2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C vs KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C 69 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL 79.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 10.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 25 hp (2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C) up to 28 hp (KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL).
- Torque spans 20.5 Nm (2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C) up to 22.6 Nm (KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL).
- Weight spans 163 kg (KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL) to 165 kg (2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | CF MOTO 250CL-C | KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CF MOTO | KAWASAKI |
| Model | CF MOTO 250CL-C | KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL |
| Engine size | 250cc | 250cc |
| Power | 25hp | 28hp |
| Torque | 20.5nm. | 22.6nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 165kg | 163kg |
| Front brake | Φ300mm Sngle Discs, 4 Piston Caliper J.JUAN | Single-sided, dual-piston, single semi-floating ø310 mm petal disc |
| Rear brake | Φ220mm Single Discs, Single Piston Caliper | ø220 mm petal disc, Dual-piston |
| Seat height (cm) | 69cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 130/90 R16 | 110/70-17M/C 54H |
| Rear tyre | 150/80 R16 | 140/70-17M/C 66H |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Φ37mm Telescopic Fork | ø41 mm telescopic fork, 120 mm |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm / Twin Shocks | Bottom-link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable spring preload, 130 mm |
| Motorcycle type | Chopper – Cruiser | Supersport |
| Top speed | 150km/h | 172km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13.5 L – 3.4 L/100km | 14 L – 4 L/100km |
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| Parts availability | ||
| Price | Price not listed. | $4000 |
| Brand price lists | View CF MOTO price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
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2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C vs 2023 KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL: listed specifications
The 2024 CF MOTO 250CL-C and 2023 KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
250CL-C and KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL have very similar engine displacement (250 cc vs 250 cc).
Peak power
KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL has a modest listed power advantage (28 hp vs 25 hp).
Torque
KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL has a modest listed torque advantage (22.6 Nm vs 20.5 Nm).
Listed top speed
KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL has a clear listed top-speed advantage (172 km/h vs 150 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
250CL-C and KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL have very similar listed weights (165 kg vs 163 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL is listed higher (79.5 cm) than 250CL-C (69 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of CF MOTO 250CL-C vs KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL?
KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL is listed at 172 km/h (107 mph) vs 150 km/h (93 mph) for CF MOTO 250CL-C.
Which has more horsepower, CF MOTO 250CL-C or KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL?
KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL has 28 hp compared with 25 hp on the CF MOTO 250CL-C.
Which is lighter, CF MOTO 250CL-C or KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL?
KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL is lighter at 163 kg vs 165 kg for CF MOTO 250CL-C.
Which is better, CF MOTO 250CL-C or KAWASAKİ Ninja 250 SL?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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