Bmw R 1100 S vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw R 1100 S vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Bmw R 1100 S: 98 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Gsx-250r: 24 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw R 1100 S
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
98 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
98 hp @ 7,500 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Bmw R 1100 S
7.5/10
"A rewarding, characterful sportbike that rewards patient, mechanical owners."
Pros
+Distinctive torquey boxer character
+Excellent high-speed stability
+Strong parts availability still
Cons
−Throttle bodies need frequent sync
−Spline shaft wear costly
−Muted front-end feedback
Suzuki Gsx-250r
6.5/10
"A solid starter bike you'll definitely outgrow, but not regret."
Pros
+Smooth, confidence-inspiring motor
+Excellent fuel economy
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Runs out of power quickly
−Patchy Suzuki parts availability
−Weak fork seals over mileage
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