Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Kawasaki Ninja 650: 67 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.2/10. 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 Ninja 650
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
67 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
65.7 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
195 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
67 hp @ 8,000 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
65.7 Nm @ 6,700 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
195 km/h
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja 650
8.2/10
"The smartest used middleweight money can buy, full stop."
Pros
+Bulletproof parallel twin engine
+Cheap parts and servicing
+Forgiving ergonomics suit most
Cons
−Soft suspension ages poorly
−Neglected chains are common
−Fairing damage from droppers
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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