2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Details and Images

Japanese bike-maker Kawasaki has been the global leader in the entry-level sportbike market since releasing its Kawasaki Ninja 250R back in 1983. The bike remained relatively unchanged until a major revision in 2008, Kawasaki updating the styling and adding an "R" to the 250 name across world-wide markets. Now they, are bringing something more powerful for the bike lovers, the Ninja 300.

This new Ninja comes with an advanced diamond-type frame built with the racing necessities. The 296cc parallel-twin engine delivers the maximum power output of 35bhp, which is transferred to the rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox and a chain final drive. Its 140Mm rear tire and the latest Nissin ABS brakes will make sure you get both the acceleration and the stopping power.

The bike gives you the confident on the highways and city roads. The 2013 Ninja 300 features a modern multi-function LCD screen with speedometer, clock, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, odometer and the awesome Economical Riding indicator, wile the white LED tail-light grants the best visibility at night. For beginners and even intermediate riders, the all-new Ninja 300 might be just the perfect toy.

Enter the 2013 Ninja 300, with features the entry-level specifics of the Ninja 250 R - lightweight, agility, optimal fuel mileage - but with bigger displacement (296cc vs. 249cc), digital fuel injection, a new F.C.C. clutch with assist and slipper functions, and optionally ABS. And for 2013, Kawasaki is offering the Ninja 300 in three colours - Ebony, Pearl Stardust White and Lime Green/Ebony with Special Edition Graphics. The bike is also expected to come in India with a price tag around Rs. 3 lakh. The bike will give competition to the likes of Honda CBR250R, Upcoming KTM Duke 390 and Bajaj Pulsar 375.

2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS Technical Specification:

Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin

Displacement: 296cc

Bore x stroke: 62.0 x 49.0mm

Compression ratio: 10.6:1

Cooling: Liquid

Fuel injection: DFI with dual 32mm throttle bodies

Ignition: TCBI with digital advance

Transmission: Six-speed

Final drive: Chain

Frame: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel

Wheelbase: 55.3 in.

Rake / trail: 27 degrees / 3.7 in.

Front suspension / wheel travel: 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.

Rear suspension / wheel travel: Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.2 in.

Front tire: 110/70-17

Rear tire: 140/70-17

Front brake: Single 290mm petal-type disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper and ABS

Rear brake: Single 220mm petal-type disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper and ABS

Overall length: 79.3 in.

Overall width: 28.1 in.

Overall height: 43.7 in.

Seat height: 30.9 in.

Curb weight: 174 kg.

Fuel capacity: 17 litre

Colour: Lime Green / Ebony with Special Edition Graphics