Kawasaki Ninja 250 vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Ninja 250 vs Yamaha Fazer 250. Kawasaki Ninja 250: 33 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 172 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha Fazer 250: 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja 250
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
33 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
172 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
33 hp @ 11,000 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
135 km/h
Weight
172 kg (wet/curb weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
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
Yamaha Fazer 250
6.5/10
"Solid budget commuter, but don't expect thrills beyond city limits."
Pros
+Frugal fuel consumption
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Fairing blocks highway wind
Cons
−Narrow powerband needs revving
−Parts availability inconsistent
−Learner-damaged examples everywhere
Top 10 Accessories
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