| Attribute | Kawasaki Ninja 250 R 1997 × | Triumph Speed Twin 1965 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1997 | 1965 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Triumph |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 250 R | Triumph Speed Twin |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin CVK30 x 2 | Carburettor. Amal |
| Displacement (cm³) | 498 | 498 |
| Power (kw) | - | 19.7 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | - | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 62 | - |
| Stroke (mm) | 41 | - |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | - |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Hydraulic fork | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK | Rigid-optional sprung hub |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | Diamond high-tensile steel | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | - |
| Color options |
| - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,400 | 1,400 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 138 | 158 |
| Power/weight ratio | - | 0.1241 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 18.16 | - |