Kawasaki ZZR250 (EX250H) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
248cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8-Valve (Aluminum Perimeter Frame Tourer) · Source: Kawasaki ZZR250 (EX250H) (1990–2007) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Kawasaki ZZR250 (EX250H) (1990–2007) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 1990–2007 Kawasaki ZZR250 (EX250H) (chassis EX250H) requires 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG/SJ/SL) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.9 L (2.01 US qt) with filter service (16099-003 / HF401). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (100/80-17 52S) and 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI rear (140/70-17 66S), paired with 2× NGK LMAR8G / CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt)
R 225 kPa (2.25 bar)
Est. Range: ~441 km (274 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: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.9 L (2.01 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 2.2 L (2.32 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16099-003 / HF401 |
| 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: 100/80-17 52S · Rear: 140/70-17 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 | 248 cc · 35 hp @ 12,000 rpm · 22 N·m (16.2 lb-ft) @ 9,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 760 mm (29.9 in) · 168 kg (370 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18 L (4.8 US gal) · ~24.5 km/L → ~441 km (274 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
Long-running 1990–2007 quarter-liter sport-tourer boasting an aluminum twin-spar frame, twin exhausts, and cartridge filter HF401.
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.