Electronic Throttle Valves (ETV) not only provide smooth, natural engine response, they also facilitate the use of Kawasaki electronic rider support systems like traction control, selectable power modes and dual-direction quick-shifter that allow riders to feel more at one with their machine.

A trademark feature of Kawasaki’s Ninja ZX models, the centrally positioned Ram Air duct system, designed with feedback from the Ninja H2, improves filling efficiency, contributing to increased engine performance.

Race-inspired clutch technology offers both a back-torque limiting function as well as a light feel at the lever.

The Ninja ZX-25R’s intake and exhaust notes were carefully crafted to add to the exhilarating experience of piloting a high-performance Kawasaki In-Line Four.

Designed using Kawasaki’s advanced dynamic rigidity analysis, the lightweight trellis frame delivers the required balance of strength and chassis flex to achieve the Ninja ZX-25R’s nimble supersport-style handling. The long-style arched-design swingarm delivers the required balance of rigidity and flex, while enabling the short silencer to be positioned more centrally (benefitting mass centralisation) and contributing to stylish, sporty looks.

The Ninja ZX-25R’s ø37 mm inverted fork uses SFF-BP (Separate Function Fork – Big Piston) internals.  Combining the concepts of Showa SFF and BPF, this advanced fork offers both racetrack performance and everyday usability. At the rear, Horizontal Back-link rear suspension offers a progressive character that contributes to the bike’s supersport-style handling. Both make their debut in the 250cc class.

Large-diameter front disc gripped by a radial-mount monobloc caliper and complemented by a large-diameter rear disc offer strong stopping power and deliver superb brake touch, helping riders set precise corner speeds on the track and facilitating control when navigating city traffic.

Dunlop GPR300 radial tyres offer light weight, excellent grip in a variety of conditions, and contribute to both agile handling and riding comfort.

Naturally aggressive riding position puts the rider in a position to take full advantage of the Ninja ZX-25R’s nimble supersport-style handling. The fuel tank feels slim between the rider’s legs, promoting good contact with the bike. The shape of the firm seat cushion facilitates rider weight shift during sport or track riding, and allows riders to spend long hours in the saddle.

Allowing riders to take even greater advantage of the Ninja ZX-25R’s exhilarating engine character, the quick shifter – a first for the 250cc class – enables clutchless upshifts and downshifts for seamless acceleration and quick and easy deceleration. Further, when riding in the city, not having to use the clutch repeatedly greatly contributes to rider comfort.

Sophisticated instrument design features a large analogue tachometer flanked by warning lamps on one side, and a gear position indicator and multi-function LCD screen on the other.

In addition to original colour and graphics (and in some cases a coloured frame), Special Edition ABS models are equipped with a number of accessories fit standard: Dual-direction KQS, pillion seat cover, smoked windshield, frame sliders, and wheel rim tape.