Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE

The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE has a seat height of 785 mm that lends a sporty stance but still remains accessible for riders of average height. The seat’s padding is firm. The shape and contour help keep the rider’s weight distributed and prevent excessive sliding during cornering. But on longer rides, fatigue may set in because of the sporty, forward-leaning ergonomics. It’s not exactly a cruiser bike. The pillion rider’s seat is smaller and more sharply angled than the rider’s. Legroom for the pillion rider is limited. The seat’s padding is thinner. 

The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE gets 37 mm inverted Showa SFF-BP fork in the front. The setup offers good front-end feel, particularly during aggressive cornering. The rear-end gets horizontal back-link gas-charged shock with spring preload adjustability. The rear suspension system is firmer. Riders may feel a bit jarring over sharp bumps or broken pavement. The bike handles well. It promptly responds to inputs, flicks into turns with agility, and feels planted when changing directions. 

The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE is hauled by a liquid-cooled, four-cylinder, 250cc engine that produces 44 PS/22 Nm. The motor is mated to a six-speed transmission. On city roads, the two-wheeler feels lively but demanding. The torque sets in late. It’s only between 6,000-8,000 rpm that the bike gathers punch. Low speed manoeuvrability is decent but not the best in class. Frequent changing of gears and managing revs are part of the ride. The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE shows its colours on the highway. It holds steady and overtakes confidently. While wind buffeting becomes noticeable, the engine isn’t stressed if kept in the upper power band. The bike returns a mileage of around 20-25 kmpl under mixed conditions. On highways, at a steady speed, mileage is toward the upper end of the range.

The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R is equipped with dual-channel antilock braking system. There’s a 310 mm front disc with a radial-mount monobloc calliper. The rear wheel gets a 220 mm disc brake that ensures powerful and consistent braking. Rider aids include slipper clutch and traction control. The ride modes offer improved stability and cornering safety. Combined with responsive handling and lightweight construction, the 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R gives exceptional braking precision. 

The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE offers sharp handling, thrilling performance, and premium features. The powerful inline-four engine and sporty ergonomics make the two-wheeler appealing to sports bike enthusiasts. The Ninja ZX-25R SE delivers great value for its class.