| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
|---|---|
| Also called | EX300 |
| Parent company | Kawasaki Heavy Industries |
| Production | 2012–Present |
| Assembly | Rayong, Thailand (2012-2017) Pune, India (2018-present) |
| Predecessor | Kawasaki Ninja 250R |
| Successor | Kawasaki Ninja 400 |
| Class | Sport bike |
| Engine | 296cc (18.1cuin) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC parallel-twin |
| Bore / stroke | 62.0mm ×49mm (2.44in ×1.93in) |
| Compression ratio | 10.6:1 |
| Top speed | 171–192km/h (106–119mph)[1][2] |
| Power | 29kW (39hp) @ 11,000rpm (claimed)[3][4] |
| Torque | 23.66N⋅m (17.45lb⋅ft) @ 9750rpm[1] 27N⋅m (20lbf⋅ft) @ 10000rpm (claimed)[3] |
| Ignition type | CDI |
| Transmission | Slipper clutch, 6-speed, chain |
| Frame type | Steel tubular semi-double cradle |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic fork; 120mm (4.7in) travel Rear: preload adjustable 130mm (5.2in) travel |
| Brakes | Front: 290 mm disc & rear: 220 mm disc. ABS option |
| Tires | Front: 110/70-17 Rear:140/70-17 |
| Rake, trail | 27°, 93mm (3.7in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,405mm (55.3in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,015mm (79.3in) W: 715mm (28.1in) H: 1,110mm (44in) |
| Seat height | 785mm (30.9in) |
| Weight | 164kg (362lb)[2](dry) 174.6kg (385.0lb)[1](wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.0l (3.7impgal; 4.5USgal) |
| Fuel consumption | 70mpg‑US (3.4L/100km; 84mpg‑imp)[2] 54.1mpg‑US (4.35L/100km; 65.0mpg‑imp)[1] |
| Related | Kawasaki Ninja 250R Kawasaki Z300 |
The Kawasaki Ninja 300, or EX300, is a 296cc (18.1cuin) Ninja series sport bike introduced by Kawasaki in 2012 for the 2013 model year. It is sold in Asia, Australia, Europe, and North America.[5][6][7] When introduced, the Ninja 300R replaced the Ninja 250R in some markets, and in others they were sold alongside each other.[8][9] When the 2018 model year Ninja 400 was introduced, it replaced the 300 in some markets.[10]
Contents
- 1 Design
- 2 Performance
- 3 Rivals
- 4 Replacement
- 5 2022 Update
- 6 References
- 7 External links
Design
The Ninja 300 is based on the Ninja 250R, a lightweight and inexpensive sport bike in production for over three decades.[11] Like the Ninja 250R, it has a full fairing, but a wider rear tire, 140/70, instead of the 130/70 on the 250R.[12] The Ninja 300 also has 5 spoke wheels, neutral finder, and optional antilock braking system (ABS).[13][14] By comparison with the 250R, the Ninja 300 also has a slightly smaller fuel tank, taller gearing,[15] and a back-torque-limiting slipper clutch with an assist mechanism that decreases clutch lever effort.[4] Despite being a sport bike, it has comfortable ergonomics (such as windscreen effectively protecting from wind blast) which promotes commuting.[14]
Performance
The Ninja 300 has a 296cc (18.1cuin) straight-twin engine.[16] Dynamometer tests showed that the Ninja 300 produces more power with 39.95hp (29.79kW) compared with the 250's 25.48hp (19.00kW), and higher torque across the rev range at 18 to 13.57lb⋅ft (24.40 to 18.40N⋅m).[1][15]
Its top speed has been recorded at 180km/h (112mph) and acceleration at 5.6 seconds from 0 to 97km/h (0 to 60mph), and around 14.5 seconds at 141.14 to 145.77km/h (87.7 to 90.58mph) in the quarter mile.[1][2] The stopping distance from 97 to 0km/h (60 to 0mph) of the ABS model was 38.0 to 41.1m (124.6 to 135ft).[1][2]
The Ninja 300's fuel economy was measured at around 70mpg‑US (3.4L/100km; 84mpg‑imp), while other sources reported it at 54.1mpg‑US (4.35L/100km; 65.0mpg‑imp), though regardless of the methodology, the 300 showed improved gas mileage over the Ninja 250R.[1][2]
Rivals
The Ninja 300 competes with (and is commonly compared with) other entry-level (300/250 cc) bikes such as Yamaha R3, KTM RC390, Suzuki GSX250R and Honda CBR300R.[17]
Replacement
In an effort to increase its compliance with Euro IV, Kawasaki released the Ninja 400 which replaced the Ninja 300 in most markets.[18][19][20]
2013 Ninja 300
2022 Update
In 2022, the bike was released with new decals.[21] In August 2022, it is offered at an ex-showroom price of ₹3.4 lakh (US$4,800) in India.[22]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Rousseau, Scott (December 2012), "2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS; More displacement, more torque, better fuel economy and ABS—the baby Ninja rocks!", Motorcycle Consumer News (Irvine, California: Aviation News Corp) 43 (12): 16–19, ISSN1073-9408
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Canet, Don (December 2012), "2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS; More performance headroom with Team Green's entry-level sportbike", Cycle World 51 (12): 42–44
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Kawasaki Motors Australia Pty Ltd, Kawasaki Motors Australia Pty Ltd. "2015 Ninja 300". http://www.kawasaki.com.au/motorcycles/sport/2015-ninja-300.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Ash, Kevin (1 November 2012). "Kawasaki Ninja 300 review". https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motorcycle_manufacturers/kawasaki/9643402/Kawasaki-Ninja-300-review.html.
- ↑ Chung, Dennis (2012-08-27), "2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Announced – for Europe – Motorcycle.com News | Motorcycle.com News", Motorcycle.com, http://blog.motorcycle.com/2012/09/04/manufacturers/kawasaki/2013-kawasaki-ninja-300-announced/, retrieved 2012-09-24
- ↑ "Kawasaki Ninja 300". http://ninja300.kawasaki.com/Specs.
- ↑ "Kawasaki Motors Australia – Kawasaki Reveals New Ninja 300". 2012-09-05. http://www.kawasaki.com.au/news/general-kawasaki-news/item/578-kawasaki-reveals-new-ninja-300.
- ↑ Chung, Dennis (September 5, 2012). "2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Confirmed for Canada – US Availability Likely to Follow". http://blog.motorcycle.com/2012/09/05/manufacturers/kawasaki/2013-kawasaki-ninja-300-confirmed-for-canada-us-availability-likely-to-follow///.
- ↑ Kawasaki Streetbikes, Kawasaki New Zealand, 2012, http://www.kawasaki.co.nz/catalog/streetbikes/all
- ↑ MacDonald, Sean (October 27, 2017). "The New 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 Has Its Sights Set On The (Mini) Crown". https://www.cycleworld.com/new-2018-kawasaki-ninja-400-has-its-sights-set-on-mini-crown//.
- ↑ Canet, Don (June 2015). "Sweet Spot; The Affordable Sport Bike Gets Just Big Enough". Cycle World: 60–68.
- ↑ "Kawasaki Ninja 300 Price (GST Rates), Kawasaki Ninja 300 Mileage, Review – Kawasaki Bikes" (in en). https://www.carandbike.com/kawasaki-bikes/ninja-300.
- ↑ "Kawasaki Ninja 300 Specifications and Feature Details @ Zigwheels". https://www.zigwheels.com/newbikes/Kawasaki/ninja-300/specifications.
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 "Four Sub-400cc Entry-Level Sportbikes – COMPARISON TEST" (in en). Cycle World. http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/05/18/four-affordable-sub-400cc-entry-level-sportbike-motorcycle-review-comparison-test-photos-specifications#page-3.
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 Canet, Don (2012-10-05). "2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Dyno Test". http://www.cycleworld.com/2012/10/05/2013-kawasaki-ninja-300-dyno-test/.
- ↑ "Kawasaki Ninja 300". http://www.kawasaki.com.au/ninja300/#panel-8.
- ↑ "Four Sub-400cc Entry-Level Sportbikes – COMPARISON TEST" (in en). Cycle World. http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/05/18/four-affordable-sub-400cc-entry-level-sportbike-motorcycle-review-comparison-test-photos-specifications.
- ↑ "Tokyo Motor Show 2017: Kawasaki Ninja 400 Unveiled – NDTV CarAndBike" (in en). https://www.carandbike.com/news/tokyo-motor-show-2017-kawasaki-ninja-400-unveiled-1766846//.
- ↑ "Kawasaki unveil new-for-2018 Ninja 400" (in en). Motor Cycle News. http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/october/2018-kawasaki-ninja-400-revealed/.
- ↑ "The New 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 Has Its Sights Set On The (Mini) Crown" (in en). Cycle World. https://www.cycleworld.com/new-2018-kawasaki-ninja-400-has-its-sights-set-on-mini-crown//.
- ↑ "2022 Kawasaki Ninja 300 launched in India at Rs 3.37 lakh: What's new? - Times of India". https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/auto/bikes/kawasaki-ninja-300-india-launch-whats-new-price-features-engine-colours/articleshow/91141165.cms.
- ↑ "Kawasaki's most affordable bike now costs more! - BikeWale". https://www.bikewale.com/news/kawasakis-most-affordable-bike-now-costs-more/.
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