Honda CR85R vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda CR85R vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Honda CR85R: 23 hp @ 11,500 rpm hp, 73 kg (wet weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h. 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
Honda CR85R
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
23 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
14 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
73 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
23 hp @ 11,500 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
14 Nm @ 10,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
73 kg (wet weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
Yes
Individual Reviews
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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