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2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS

Youth movement. ABS standard.

Our newest Ninja offers the style, performance and technology to overshadow all bikes in its class. Race inspired clutch technology plus genuine big bike looks and handling are underpinned by a powerful and hard pulling 296cc fuel-injected engine. Make your move and make it on a Ninja 300 ABS. Designed to overshadow all other bikes in its class, the new Ninja 300 ABS offers increased performance and riding excitement, stunning new styling, and ride quality and comfort that eclipse the 250-class.

The all-new, most-powerul-in-class, Ninja 300 ABS packs the style and personality of a litre-class superbike into a learner-legal package that is amazingly easy to ride. It is THE perfect entry level bike, delivering incredible fuel economy, Class-leading safety features and a low seat height for added confidence. Buy it because it’s practical. Own it because it’s awesome.

Stunning new Ninja 300 eclipses the competition

Whether referring to engine or chassis performance, or the latest available technology, the name “Ninja” implies the very best sporting performance that Kawasaki has to offer.
In the case of the all-new Ninja 300, it means a larger-displacement 296 cm3 engine with the power and torque to eclipse everything in its class, racetrack-level chassis stability, and race-derived clutch technology offering a supersport-style back-torque limiter and increased ride feel.

Reduced vibration and new heat management technology result in the high-quality ride feel and comfort level one would expect from a much larger machine.

With its large-volume bodywork, the Ninja 300 can easily be mistaken for a larger machine – an image reinforced by numerous styling cues from our flagship Ninja models. From its aggressive new dual headlights to its sharp, minimalist tail cowl, every surface of new Ninja was painstakingly sculpted to ensure a high level of fit and finish, impressive silhouette and undeniable Ninja presence.

Designed to outshine all other bikes in its class, the new Ninja 300 delivers increased performance and riding excitement, stunning new styling, and ride quality and comfort that exceed that of the 250-class.


Confidence-Inspiring Features
• ABS braking utilises the very latest anti-lock technology
• Powerful, large-diameter, 290mm front petal disc brakes
• 37mm forks provide a controlled ride on a range of surfaces
• Uni-Trak rear suspension keeps the rear tyre planted

Class Leading Engine
• Large 296cm3 engine provides noticeably more power & torque
• Smooth parallel twin ensures low vibration and amazing reliability
• Dual throttle valve fuel-injection delivers sharp throttle response
• Quiet & efficient 2-into-1 stainless steel exhaust system

Sports Riding Performance
• Circuit-bred chassis design affords incredible cornering and stability
• Strong steel-tube diamond frame delivers precision handling Optional rear seat cowel
• Light action slipper clutch with back–torque limiting function
• Large 140mm tyre helps to increase straight-line stability

The Perfect Entry Level
• Torquey parallel twin-cylinder engine delivers smooth, usable power
• Lightweight, sharp-handling chassis provides excellent stability and control
• Efficient dual throttle valve fuel-injection affords incredible fuel economy
• Confidence-inspiring low seat height fits riders of almost any size or build

Ninja Style Attitude
• Sharp, sculpted bodywork has the looks and attitude of a purebred Ninja
• Painstaking attention to detail means a superb level of fit and finish quality
• Aggressive multi-reflector, dual headlights deliver excellent illumination
• High levels of rider feedback & comfort usually only found on larger motorcycles



2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS - Specifications/Technical Details
MSRP Price: $TBA CDN

ENGINE
Type 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Displacement 296cc
Bore and Stroke 62.0 x 49.0 mm
Cooling Liquid-cooled
Compression Ratio 10.6:1
Valve System DOHC, 8 valves
Fuel System Fuel Injection: 32mm x 2 (Keihin)
Ignition Digital
Lubrication Forced Lubrication, wet sump

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed, return
Final Drive Seeled chain
Primary Reduction Ratio 3.087 (71/23)
Gear Ratio: 1st 2.714 (38/14)
Gear Ratio: 2nd 1.789 (34/19)
Gear Ratio: 3rd 1.409 (31/22)
Gear Ratio: 4th 1.160 (29/25)
Gear Ratio: 5th 1.000 (27/27)
Gear Ratio: 6th .857 (24/28)
Final Reduction Ratio 3.000 (42/14)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual

FRAME
Type Tube diamond,steel
Wheel Travel: Front 120mm
Tire: Front 110/70-17 M/C 54S
Wheel Travel: Rear 132mm
Tire: Rear 140/70-17 M/C 66S
Caster (Rake) 27°
Trail 93mm
Steering Angle (Left/Right) 35° / 35°

SUSPENSION
Suspension, Front 37mm telescopic fork
Suspension, Rear Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas charged shock and 5-way adjustable preload

BRAKES
Front: Type Single 290 mm petal disc
Front: Calipers Single balanced actuation dual-piston
Rear: Type Single 220mm petal disc
Rear: Calipers Dual-piston

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2,015mm
Overall Width 715mm
Overall Height 1,110mm
Wheelbase 1,405mm
Ground Clearance 140mm
Seat Height 785mm
Curb Mass** 172kg
Fuel Capacity 17 litres
** Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)

PERFORMANCE
Maximum Power‡ 29.0 kW {39PS} / 11,000
Maximum Torque‡ 27.0 N·m {2.8 kgf·m} / 10,000 rpm
‡ Power / Torque figures measured at the crankshaft.

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A 300cc sporty should do well.

blues2cruise wrote:A 300cc sporty should do well.

We want more! We want more!

Mike

Is this bike a replacement for the venerable Ninja 250, or the next step up the Ninja class Didn't they also have a Ninja 400 or 500 recently? Still, a cool bike, unlike that two-bit tart we had last week.

I voted: AWESOME...

I think this bike will replace both the 250 & the 400 in the Ninja line...172kg(378lbs) is nice & light, it has a nice sized fuel tank (17L), fuel injection and similare Hp to the 400...this is the new standard!!

My opinion of course...

Later.

Honda got a little too close last year with the CB250R. Kawi had to to turn up the CCs and unleash the FI. I wonder if they have been sitting on that for awhile, waiting for some competition.

I went with: COOL.

Yes, I know, I really should have given the new 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS an Awesome vote and I really want to. But I just don't see the point of bumping it up 50cc AND adding fuel injection when the 250cc they had was a perfect bike for new riders and had lots of power as well... More power + New rider? Not a good combination IMO. ABS + Fuel Injection + Traction Control and keep the 250cc engine = A great combination.

Yes, more advanced riders will enjoy the extra power the 50cc FI brings, but what about all the new riders who want a more learnable, less powerful bike? Don't forget the MSRP will be higher as well and higher insurance costs too...

Ah well, at least it's fuel injected and STILL a much better way to start riding than anything over 300cc.

Mike

BTW - More information about the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS is now up thanks to the Kawasaki embargo being lifted. More photos too!

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/motorcyc ... 300ABS.htm

Enjoy,

Mike

I like the idea of a 300cc sportbike (regardless of whether it supplements or replaces the previous 250cc model). I voted Cool.

In the US it's replacing the 250. But I vote cool. I wish they would have gone without the slipper clutch and dropped the price a bit, but otherwise I like it!