Kawasaki Gpz900r vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Gpz900r vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Kawasaki Gpz900r: 115 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 241 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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
Kawasaki Gpz900r
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
115 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
87 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
241 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
115 hp @ 9,500 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
87 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
241 km/h
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 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
Kawasaki Gpz900r
8.0/10
"An iconic machine worth buying right, not buying cheap."
Pros
+Charismatic engine, genuinely rewarding
+Bulletproof basic mechanicals
+Strong parts community support
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner issues
−Parts increasingly expensive
−Prices inflated by nostalgia
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
Top 10 Accessories
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