Honda Vfr750 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Vfr750 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Honda Vfr750: 100 hp @ 10,500 rpm (RC36, 1990–1997 model; earlier RC24 produced ~105 hp) hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight, RC36 generation) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimate; varies slightly by year and market), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Honda Vfr750
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
74 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
100 hp @ 10,500 rpm (RC36, 1990–1997 model; earlier RC24 produced ~105 hp)
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
74 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimate; varies slightly by year and market)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight, RC36 generation)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Vfr750
8.5/10
"Buy the best example you can afford — compromises cost more later."
Pros
+Glorious gear-driven cam note
+Exceptionally balanced chassis
+Bulletproof V4 engine internals
Cons
−Cam service is expensive
−Regulator-rectifier failures common
−Fairing panels unobtainium now
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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