Ducati St2 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati St2 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Ducati St2: 83 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 215 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 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
Ducati St2
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
83 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
78 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
215 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
83 hp @ 8,500 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
78 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
215 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ducati St2
7.5/10
"An honest, rewarding Ducati — but only buy one with receipts."
Pros
+Torquey, characterful V-twin engine
+Genuinely usable touring capability
+Strong used value retention
Cons
−Expensive desmo service intervals
−Electrical gremlins on tired examples
−Dealer parts costs hurt
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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