Kawasaki Ninja 250 vs Hyosung Gt250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja 250
Hyosung Gt250r
Horsepower (hp)
33 hp
28 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
172 kg
167 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
33 hp @ 11,000 rpm
28 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
172 kg (wet/curb weight)
167 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja 250
8.0/10
"The smartest first bike money can realistically buy used."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine reliability
+Dirt-cheap running costs
+Surprisingly engaging at redline
Cons
−Struggles above 75mph sustained
−Learner neglect very common
−Wind protection nearly nonexistent
Hyosung Gt250r
5.5/10
"Decent learner if priced right and bought carefully."
Pros
+Comfortable upright-ish riding position
+Twin-cylinder feels sophisticated
+Decent looks for the money
Cons
−Electrical reliability genuinely concerning
−Parts sourcing still frustrating
−Below-par build quality throughout