2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R?

[Dominick P]

is the 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R, full size?

i mean, is it the same size as a normal 600cc+ bike?

i want to buy one, because my dad wont let me get anything over 300cc.. and this bike would be perfect!

also, is hyosung a good company? because they make one 2.. its the hyosung GT250R
when i talk about size.. i mean actual dimensions of the bike.. not engine size..

[Terrance F]

there is a review for both bikes together on Youtube just type in the names and im sure youll find em. im having a similar delima. i think it just comes down to production. ur paying that extra for little stuff here and there. a little more reliable. a little less rust. a little faster. a little more comfortable. its like name brand shoes.

[robkwkw]

No it's a 250 Ninja, smaller than the 600. Smaller cc's basically for entry level riders. The write-ups are favorable for the Ninja as well as the Hyosung, although I believe the Hyosung may be heavier. If you like the Ninja style go with that. Kawasaki's been making bikes for over 30 years plus when you want to upgrade you should be able to sell the Kaw for close to what you paid for it. As long as you don't trash it.

[arnold s]

yeah the kawi is a great bike for a 250 not to slow 100mph+ but as for the hyosung not so much the price is about the same i would go with the ninja

[Lady Biker]

Your dad is wise to limit you right now. He wants to see you around for awhile.  You should get the Ninja 250.  You can always upgrade when you buy your next bike on your own.

BTW...The 600 is a larger and heavier bike.  I don't know anything about Hyosung.

[Ming]

the hyosung is cheaper for a reason--cheaper quality and way slower and less power.

if you can't get anything over 300cc, then I guess you'll have to settle for the 250R. It is not full size. It is rather miniature compared to other bikes.

[DAVE7409]

don't settle for something you don't want. remember you can die on that bike too. go to your local dealer and sit on the bikes.  if the bikes are different you'll know right away.(the 250 looks smaller)

[a929pilot]

I grew out of my ninja 250 within 2 months sold it to my best friend and he died on it that same summer.Tell your dad that a 250 and a 600 both go fast and will both kill you equally ! As far as that other manufacture they are mostly throw away bikes(few or no replacement parts)Ask your dad if you take the motorcycle safety course will he let you get a 600.The 250 will top out at 90-105 MPH less if you weigh more than 150 pounds.Also it is not a full size bike it's easy to spot as a 250 and you will get no respect from other riders! Been there done that and it sucks ! It's like in school getting picked on for wearing hand me downs that dont fit from a different century Good luck