Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250L) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
249cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8-Valve (Dual Throttle Valves · Spin-On Filter) · Source: Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250L) (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250L) (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2013–2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250L) (chassis EX250L/EX250M) requires 2 L (2.11 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG/SJ/SL) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.2 L (2.32 US qt) with filter service (16097-0008 / HF303). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/70-17 M/C 54S) and 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI rear (140/70-17 M/C 66S), paired with 2× NGK LMAR8G / CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 2 L (2.11 US qt)
R 225 kPa (2.25 bar)
Est. Range: ~451 km (280 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG/SJ/SL |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2 L (2.11 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.2 L (2.32 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16097-0008 / HF303 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 110/70-17 M/C 54S · Rear: 140/70-17 M/C 66S (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR8G / CR8E × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX9-BS (12V 8.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed O/X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lube every 800–1,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 249 cc · 32 hp @ 11,000 rpm · 21 N·m (15.5 lb-ft) @ 10,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 785 mm (30.9 in) · 172 kg (379 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17 L (4.5 US gal) · ~26.5 km/L → ~451 km (280 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Built on the 2013–2017 Ninja 300 chassis for 250cc license markets, upgrading to an external front spin-on filter HF303 (2.2 L).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Kawasaki lightweight parallel-twin family (Ninja/Z 250–500, Versys-X 300, Eliminator) using spin-on filter 16097-0008 (HF303) and SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2.