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New Delhi: Kawasaki have refreshed their entry-level Ninja 125 and Z125 motorcycles for the international market of 2025. They have brought new liveries while still keeping the proven and favoured mechanical packages. Designed to attract crowds who have an A1 licence, the two bikes are an entry into the world of Kawasaki and superbikes.
Kawasaki’s Z brand can be traced back in history as far as 1972, while the Ninja is from 1984. The new Ninja 125 and Z125 come with design clues and the engineering structure from their bigger cousins, which is ideal for beginners to come into Kawasaki’s racing lineup.
The updates for 2025 are mostly cosmetic, focusing on new colours. The Ninja 125 is now available in Lime Green and Metallic Graphite Grey, with Metallic Spark Black, both priced around Rs 4.93 lakh. The Z125 is coming with Pearl Storm Grey with Ebony, which should be priced around Rs 4.62 lakh, and Candy Lime Green with Metallic Spark Black, which is priced around Rs 4.51 lakh.
The two bikes come with a 125 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that makes around 15 bhp and 11.7 Nm of torque. The engine is mated with a lightweight, trellis like frame, that works well for agile handling.
The Ninja comes with a lot sporty feel with the completely faired bodywork, supersport ergonomics and an Ergo-Fit accessory option that makes for a higher seating position. The Z125, on the other hand, brings the Kawasaki Sugomi design elements, giving an aggressive and sharp stance while also giving it a lower-seating option through the Ergo-Fit system. The two bikes get all-digital instrumentation, ABS braking, Uni-Track rear suspension, 37 mm telescopic front forks and 17-inch alloy wheels. It blends modernity with age-old durability.
They are under 150 kg and have a height of 785mm, which means both Ninja 125 and Z125 are made for beginners with predictable, smooth power delivery.