What do you think of the ZX-25R | Owner’s Review

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From the Webike Community's My Bike, the "Owner Review Summary" introduces various motorcycles based on the voices of owners who actually ride or have ridden them.
In this issue, I bring you the real owner's voice about Kawasaki ZX-25R!

To be honest, the ZX-25R is this kind of bike!

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It is still fresh in our minds that when a magazine wrote that Kawasaki's 250cc four-cylinder would make a comeback, the motorcycle industry was instantly in a frenzy of excitement. But it would never happen. and half in doubt, Kawasaki really did release the ZX-25R in September 2020.

Kawasaki's 250 lineup includes both single-cylinder and two-cylinder models, both of which are wonderfully complete.
However, some fans lamented the lack of a 250㏄ four-cylinder model. Normally, this would be dismissed as a change of the times, but Kawasaki took it in stride and responded to the fans' voices. Every manufacturer claims to care about its fans, but Kawasaki has demonstrated this through its actions.

The revived ZX-25R is more than just a four-cylinder engine. The ZX-25R is not only equipped with a four-cylinder engine, but also features a power mode function with electronic throttle control, traction control, the assist and slipper clutch that is becoming increasingly popular, and even a quick-shifter. The ZX-25R is a motorcycle that not only meets expectations but goes above and beyond.

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The ZX-25R won the Best Gold Award in the Light Motorcycle category at the Japan Motorcycle Culture Association's Japan Motorcycle of the Year 2021 held on December 15, 2021. It also won a double award by being selected as the winner of the Motorcycle of the Year 2021 Grand Prize, which determines the No.1 motorcycle among the award-winning motorcycles in all categories.

How Webike users feel about the ZX-25R

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ZX-25R
Average price of new model: (approx.) 6590 USD
Average used model price: (approx.) 6570 USD
Number of reviews as of May 18, 2022: 28 recviews

Average owner satisfaction 3.67 out of 5 (Number of persons evaluated = 419 persons)

It should be noted that the looks and driving performance are of a high standard with a score of 4.5 or higher.
It looks cool at first sight and the 250㏄ size with a 4-cylinder engine seems to be an attractive driving experience.

Let's take a look at the reviews of the Webike users who were interested in this product.

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What is still well received is the engine.
Because the absolute speed is kept low at 250cc, the four-cylinder engine has many opportunities to be revved to the top, and they seem to enjoy the power and sound of the 45-horsepower engine. Incidentally, they do not feel the noise in town. Some say that the frequency of riding has increased because it is easy to drive. Some say that people who are into the engine are into it, while others say that they do not recommend it to those who want to drive the motorcycle at low rpm and torque, which is not to their liking.

And the package and reasonable price also sound like good points.

On the other hand, some say that the low step position makes it easy to scrape. For those who are serious about attacking, a back step may be necessary.

In looking at the reviews, I was interested in the reasons for purchasing the ZX-25R, such as switching from a liter motorcycle or buying it as a second motorcycle. While some dislike the 250㏄ models, which are considered to be for beginners, the ZX-25R offers a high level of hobbyism and has the nostalgia to satisfy even veteran riders.

The ZX-25R has met the expectations of its fans, and as expected, the level of excitement among owners is quite feverish. Many Kawasaki motorcycles have a wide range of aftermarket parts, and the ZX-25R is no exception. Many custom parts are released by many popular manufacturers. With the ZX-25R, you can be assured of a fulfilling motorcycle life even after the purchase!

A quick summary of the ZX-25R

Advantage

- More voluminous body design than other 250s
- 4-cylinder engine sound, good blow-off performance
- An engine that can be turned for better or worse
- Lots of features like the quick shifter, assist and slipper clutch, traction control, etc.
- The perfect size!
- Lots of aftermarket parts

Disadvantage

- Body price that is not so much as 250 class
- Single front brake
- 4-cylinder, so fuel economy is not expected and must be discounted
- No low speed after all

ZX-25R Owner's Voice

Onakin

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Motive for purchase, intended use, and comparative models I bought it because I wanted to try riding a 4-stroke 250cc 4-cylinder machine. It is currently my main commuter machine, but I plan to enter it in one-make races on a spot basis. If a custom class is newly established in the Team Green Cup, I may become a full-fledged racer.
Advantage/Satisfactory points Before purchasing the motorcycle, I was concerned about its low-speed torque, but it was more than sufficient compared to the 2-stroke KR-1R, which is also a 250cc motorcycle. It seems that there is no particular problem in daily use.

The slightly heavier chassis is stability-oriented, but it bends sharply in corners.

The iron frames are helpful because they tell us that it is time for us to be careful before we reach our limits.
KR-1R with aluminum frame is wary! I can't take it anymore. Whoooaaa! That's what it looks like! It's fun when you get to the top!
Disadvantages/dissatisfaction points: The scope of modification for the Team Green Cup is very limited in the name of lowering the entry threshold, but I would like to add at least a back step.

I cornered with the brake and shift pedals facing up like an off-road vehicle and the steps folded under my feet, but I scraped each pedal in the second corner and the spoon at the Suzuka Circuit. I guess it means I should drive with my body more in, I'll do my best.

The Dunlop GPR300 tires designated for the race are not that slippery as long as the traction is not cut. I am a little worried about heat sagging in the latter half of the race, depending on the number of laps in the race.
Advice to prospective buyers: If emission regulations are further tightened in the future, it is feared that production will become more difficult. If you are interested in driving one, it might be a good idea to buy one while you still can.

Ten'i mafuyu

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Motive for purchase, intended use, and comparative models I had a CB400SB and an H2SX at the time, both of which were tourer motorcycles, so I sold my CB of 5 years and reserved one. I was attracted by the fact that it was my first 250CC and the four-engine engine.
Advantage/Satisfactory points The foot grounding is not as good as the SSs of the 90s, but it is about the standard of a modern 250SS.
The weight is in the 180kg range, not light by any means, but the size and engine sound convince me of that.
It also has a stock quick shifter, which was another key point.
Disadvantages/dissatisfaction points The step area is not in the same position as an ss as I had expected, and I have the impression that it is no different from a naked motorcycle.
I guess it can't be helped, since many 250 users are new to motorcycles.
Advice for prospective buyers As mentioned, it is a bit heavy for its class, and the price is not cheap.

However, considering the recent price hike of 250 four-cylinder engines, I think it is a good idea to have an FI engine with a quick shifter, power mode, etc., and lots of the latest equipment, including abs.

As for driving, I will not touch it because it is still breaking in.

21/07 Postscript.
The luxurious equipment and 4-cylinder engine is a car that brings safety and fun to my mind.
It has inspired me to go to the circuit, which I had not planned to do, and recently I have been going there once or twice a month and enjoying it.

Nigōki

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Motive for purchase, intended use, and comparative models - ZX-10R UKChanged to ZX-10R UK because it has less chance to show its full power (200hp).
- I do a lot of city riding and a liter motorcycle would be too much for me. However, KLX125 is too slow and cumbersome, so I decided to switch back to 250cc.
Advantage/Satisfactory points - I had a 2-cylinder Ninja, but the volume of the exterior was totally different.
- I couldn't stand the tractor sound of the 2-cylinder, so I bought it new and installed a bitch tube, but the sound was even more unbearable and I sold it after a month.
- Enhanced electronic control (same equipment as the 6R)
- Super high-revving 4-cylinder engine
- Two headlights at all times. The headlights are bright and impressive!
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- I am 170cm tall and have sticky feet. I am 170cm tall, but I have solid legs.
- I don't feel like I'm going to lose my footing.
- The quick shifter was equipped on my previous Agusta, so I thought it would be easy, especially if it was attached.
- I had not found a single defect or problem during the one-month inspection at Kawasaki Plaza.
- Was this the vehicle price of 910,000? I thought it was really cheap. I guess they were able to do it because it was manufactured in Thailand.
- The trade-in value of a 2-cylinder is super low, but a 4-cylinder won't drop in value for decades. No need to worry about resale. The result is a bargain.
Disadvantages/dissatisfaction points - I think we have found the cause of the cam chain tensioner problem. I can't write about it here, but now that we know the cause, we can improve it, and it is now certain that Kawasaki will issue a recall another way or another way to say it.
- It is hard to get into N from 2nd gear. It always fails. It is very Kawasaki-like.
- When I mentioned this problem on Twitter, some idiot proudly tweeted that Kawasaki motorcycles cannot be put into N from 2nd gear. Try telling the same thing to Kawasaki Motors Japan and Plaza. They will laugh at you and say there is no such function.
- Now that I know the cause of this problem of not being able to go from 2nd gear to N, I will replace two parts and test my vehicle to see if that is the cause of the problem.
- I see you have a single front brake. Please release a double kit from somewhere soon!
- The ZX-25R was preceded by a ZX-10R and the F3-800 Fulpa before that, but it's slower than expected.
- I've never had the difficulty restarting that I see on SNS.
- I see stories on social networking sites about screws flying out, screws being loose, or being tampered with, etc. I think half the time it's just a story.
Advice for prospective buyers - The sound has attracted a lot of attention, but of course, it's great!
- The design is cool and I'm looking forward to customizing it!
- I personally haven't had such a fun motorcycle to ride in a long time!
- It's so light! It's light! People often write on SNS that it's heavy, but I wonder if it's okay. I think it's okay.
- If you think you can keep up with touring on a liter motorcycle, you are mistaken.
- However, I think ZX-25R is faster on winding roads where full power is not enough.
- The third gear fits very well in the corners of Doshi.
- Don't believe everything you read on Twitter about glitches! Don't believe everything you read on Twitter!

Check out ZX-25R's competitors

Now that you have gotten a sense of the features and appeal of the ZX-25R, you may be wondering about its rivals.
The competition is fierce, as the four Japanese manufacturers have put their prestige on the line to develop supersports machines. However, unlike the liter-class models that pursue high specifications, the 250-liter models are targeted at entry-level users, and they are also reasonably priced and practical. For this reason, each manufacturer has developed a distinct concept for each model. The fact that the characteristics of each model differ greatly from one manufacturer to another should be an important point in selecting a motorcycle.

Therefore, we have categorized the characters of Japanese 250cc Supersports motorcycled into "for sports riding" and "for touring. The YZF-R25 may appear to be somewhere in the middle, but it bears the "YZF" in its name and is therefore categorized as a "sports-riding" model.

ZX-25R 4-cylinder, for sport riding
CBR250RR 2-cylinder, for sport riding
YZF-R25 2-cylinder, for sport riding
Ninja250 2-cylinder, for touring riding
GSX250R 2-cylinder, for touring riding

Now, if you're curious about the reviews of our competitors, check here!

Average owner satisfaction and the number of reviews are as of May 18, 2022.

Honda CBR250RR

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Average price of the new model: (approx.) 5905 USD
Average used model price: (approx.) 5195 USD
Average satisfaction of owners: 3.86 (Number of persons evaluated = 713 persons)
59 reviews

Yamaha YZF-R25

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Average price of the new model: (approx.) 4380 USD
Average used model price: (approx.) 3715 USD
Average satisfaction of owners: 3.89 (Number of persons evaluated = 1,061 persons)
Number of reviews: 106

Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS

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Average price of the new model: (approx.) 4920 USD
Average used model price: (approx.) 3825 USD
Average owner satisfaction: 3.93 (Number of persons evaluated = 188 persons)
Number of reviews: 20

Suzuki GSX250R

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Average price of the new model: (approx.) 3885 USD
Average used model price: (approx.) 3340 USD
Average owner satisfaction: 3.84 (Number of persons evaluated = 268 persons)
Number of reviews: 32

 

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