Description
Update 6/6: The seller has noted the wheels have been powder coated.
Please note: This is part of the Greg Zydyk collection.
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1989 Kawasaki ZXR250R.
In late 80s Japan, the big 4 were creating 250cc sportbikes that made their corresponding offerings in the US seem tame. While Americans got the 33 hp parallel-twin Ninja 250, Japanese riders got to enjoy the ZXR250, an inline 4 with 45 horsepower and a redline of 19,000 rpm!
Kawasaki even offered an up-spec ZXR250R model – internally the 250 was known as the A and the 250R was known as the B. Team Green recently emphasized the difference between the A and the B models themselves with a (now deleted) 2020 Facebook post calling it one of their “Legendary Machines”:
“Its all-encompassing high-level finish made it an instant hit. In contrast with the ZXR750 and ZXR400 of the time, whose engines were refined evolutions of previous models, the ZXR250R’s small In-Line Four engine was specially designed and self-limited to 45PS.”
“In addition to being the first Kawasaki 250cc production model fitted with an upside-down fork, another big talking point was the application of a Ram Air system, “K-RAS” (Kawasaki Ram Air System) – incidentally, coming a year before the 1990 ZZ-R1100 would be sold on the market. The Ram Air intake was located at the left-side fairing, and air was sent to the air-cleaner box via a duct. It also featured “K-CAS” (Kawasaki Cool Air System), a system of aluminium pipes that routed cool air from the upper cowling to effectively cool the engine, which was surrounded by a thick aluminium frame.”
“The R model shown here is a specification designed for race competition. It featured a close-ratio transmission, 32mm carburettors, radial tyres, and a rear shock with damping adjustability.”
“It can be distinguished from the standard version by the “SPORTS PRODUCTION” logo sticker on the tail cowl.”
This example is VIN: ZX250A300715. The seller imported the bike 12 years ago but has decided to sell as he is downsizing his collection.
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 300 kilometers (186 miles). The odometer shows 8,706 kilometers (5,409 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: GOOD
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 0719
Tire Date Code Rear: 0819
Tire % Remaining Front: 90
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90
Tire Press. Front: 26
Tire Press. Rear: 29
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.7V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.5V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: NA
Notes:
TIRES AGED
Recommend repairs:
Replace tires
Modifications:
Update 6/6: The seller has noted the wheels have been powder coated.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Alpha-14 tires with dates codes of 0719 and 0819.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Ohio title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any ZXR250R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
