2013 Kawasaki Ninja® 300 ABS for Sale

Digital Fuel Injection (DFI®)

• Dual 32 mm Keihin throttle bodies and a digital ECU offer easy starting, superior throttle response, and help provide low fuel consumption
• DFI® makes the Ninja 300 cleaner and more fuel efficient than last year’s 250, even though it now makes significantly more power

Ergonomics

• Slightly forward-slanting seat and wide, slightly raised handlebars give the Ninja 300 a naturally comfortable riding position
• New rider’s seat design is narrower near its front section, making it easier for riders to reach the ground
• New passenger seat features a flatter design which makes it easier to secure cargo or soft luggage

Liquid Cooling with KAMS

• Kawasaki Air Management System (KAMS) uses a special deflector to redirect hot air from the radiator fan, so it exits the bottom of the motorcycle instead of being blown onto the rider
• Fan design uses a quiet-running motor that also saves space
• Fins on the lower side of the crankcase provide additional engine cooling
• Lightweight Denso radiator offers effective engine cooling with minimal space and weight

New 296 cc Engine

• New sleeveless “open-deck” die-cast aluminum cylinders are 800 grams lighter and feature a friction-reducing “T-treatment” plating
• New shorter connecting rods offset new longer crank throws
• New lighter piston pins reduce reciprocating weight and help preserve a high redline
• New easy-to-access cartridge type spin-on oil filter helps simplify maintenance
• New crank cases feature improved oil passages
• New intake ports taper from 1mm wider at the throttle body to 0.5 mm wider at the valve seats
• New cam chain design reduces friction for increased power and efficiency
• Tuned to deliver smooth, step-free power with excellent mid-range and high-rpm power for effective highway performance
• New crank journal bearings are made from a stronger alloy for increased durability
• New large-volume 2.4 liter oil pan features cooling fins and better ground clearance
• Revised 10.6:1 compression ratio allows the use of regular 87-octane unleaded gasoline and helps reduce operating temperatures
• Compact parallel-twin design offers good mass centralization for nimble handling
• New lighter pistons reduce reciprocating weight and feature a hard anodized coating for reduced friction and increased performance at every rpm
• New thicker crankshaft balancer webs help offset the new longer crank throws
• New 23.6 mm intake valves are 1 mm larger than last year
• Revised piston bottoms efficiently route cooling oil across underside of piston

New ABS Disc Brakes with Petal-type Rotors

• Two-piston caliper grips the rear 220 mm petal disc
• New ABS brakes feature the world’s smallest production motorcycle ABS unit. Made by Nissin, the entire antilock system adds less than 4.5 lbs.
• Large-diameter, 290 mm front petal disc and a balanced action two-piston caliper offer excellent braking performance and a natural, direct feeling at the lever

New Aerodynamic Bodywork

• New two-stage under-seat storage compartment can hold a U-lock or similar device and is hinged for easy access to the tool kit located beneath the storage tray
• All-new bodywork features styling inspired by the Ninja ZX-10R superbike
• Two helmet holders conveniently located under the rear seat
• Aggressive dual-lamp headlight design, minimalist tail section and separate seats further enhance this sportbike’s aggressive appearance
• New floating windscreen design helps reduce turbulence and rider fatigue
• Two hooks under the tail, plus two behind the rear passenger pegs provide anchor points for securing items to the rear of the bike

New Chassis

• Beefy swingarm bracket contributes to the frame’s rigidity and helps achieve an optimal balance of chassis stiffness
• New frame uses main pipes made from high-tensile steel tubing that is 150% more rigid than the tubes in the previous Ninja 250R’s frame. The added rigidity provides much better chassis response and improved steering precision and feel.
• Frame design and chassis tuning offer confidence-inspiring stability at both high and low speeds
• Square-beam swingarm compliments the new frame’s rigidity

New Exhaust System

• New curved 2-into-1 header design contributes to the Ninja 300’s low and mid-range torque and smooth, step-free power curve
• New large brushed-finish metal silencer guard boosts noise reduction and helps protect passenger from exhaust heat
• Meets strict Euro 3 emission standards with a single catalyzer in the collector section
• New complex geometry silencer design offers modern styling and meets all regulations without compromising engine performance

New Genuine Kawasaki Accessories

• New engine guards factory designed for easy installation helps reduce the possibility of bodywork damage in case of tip over
• New tank bag and soft top case custom designed tank bag made exclusively for the Ninja 300. Can be installed or removed quickly, multiple storage areas for your gear expandable for carrying larger items.
• New fuel tank pad features matching graphics and helps protect the paint on the fuel tank. A touch of personalization to enhance its sportbike styling.
• New color matched seat cowl is factory designed with integrated styling cues and molded pad perfectly color matched to your Ninja 300
• All accessories designed and engineered by Kawasaki
• New “Tall” windscreen factory designed for easy installation 3-inch taller bubble design adds wind protection. Features an optically correct 3-D curvature.

New High-tech Instrumentation

• Large easy-to-read analog tachometer
• Multifunction digital display features an easy-to-read speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel gauge, digital clock and warning lights
• Economical riding indicator (ECO) illuminates to let the rider know when they are operating the Ninja 300 in a manner that will maximize fuel economy

New Wheels & Tires

• New rear tire is 10 mm wider than the tire on last year’s Ninja 250R, for increased stability and improved sportbike handling
• New IRC RX-01R tires were developed in conjunction with Kawasaki and are a perfect match for the improved dynamics of the 2013 Ninja 300. They also provide better wet weather performance than the Ninja 250R’s tires.
• New 4-inch wide rear rim is 1/2-inch wider than the old Ninja 250R’s back wheel
• New 17-inch 10-spoke wheel design has a more modern appearance

Six-speed Transmission with New F.C.C. Assist Clutch

• Revised six-speed transmission features a new roller-type shift drum for smoother actuation and stronger gears for maximum durability. It also offers wide selection of ratios to match varied riding conditions and its positive neutral finder makes it much easier to find neutral when stopped.
• Involute splines reduce friction and backlash between gears and shafts for easier gear meshing and smooth shifting under power
• New F.C.C. clutch with assist and slipper functions is able to handle more power and requires significantly less lever effort to operate. Design also makes clutch easier to modulate and helps reduce the effect of back-torque to reduce wheel hop when downshifting.

Updated Suspension

• New 4-inch wide rear rim is 1/2-inch wider than the old Ninja 250R’s back wheel
• Uni-Trak® rear suspension linkage helps provide predictable sportbike handling and good ride comfort
• Rear shock features 5-way adjustable preload to help manage rear ride height whether riding solo or with a passenger new wheels and tires
• Revised tuning on the 37 mm telescopic front fork compliments the new more rigid frame and wider rear tire
• New rear tire is 10 mm wider than the tire on last year’s Ninja 250R, for increased stability and improved sportbike handling
• New 17-inch 10-spoke wheel design has a more modern appearance
• New IRC RX-01R tires were developed in conjunction with Kawasaki and are a perfect match for the improved dynamics of the 2013 Ninja 300. They also provide better wet weather performance than the Ninja 250R’s tires.

What's New

• All-new bodywork features an aggressive and edgy design with strong Ninja family DNA that sets the Ninja 300 apart from its lightweight sportbike competitors
• New ABS brakes fitted for the first time on a lightweight Ninja sportbike
• New frame uses high-tensile steel main tubes that are 150% more rigid and provide superior feel and agility compared to last year’s 250
• New 10-spoke 17-inch wheels look great and the rear rim has grown 1/2-inch wider, allowing the use of a larger 140-section rear tire for 2013
• Kawasaki Air Management System (KAMS) uses a special deflector to channel hot air from the back of the radiator, so that it exits the bottom of the motorcycle, instead of being blown onto the rider
• New F.C.C. clutch with assist and slipper functions provides more power handling capability with significantly less effort. Design also makes clutch easier to modulate and helps reduce the effect of back-torque to reduce wheel hop when downshifting.
• 296 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin design offers far superior highway passing power and clearly dominant acceleration compared to other lightweight sportbikes
• Revised six-speed transmission features a new roller-type shift drum for smoother actuation and stronger gears for maximum durability. It also offers wide selection of ratios to match varied riding conditions and its positive neutral finder makes it much easier to find neutral when stopped.
• New Digital Fuel Injection (DFI®) system uses dual 32 mm throttle bodies and provides both improved fuel economy and cleaner emissions compared to last year’s 250