Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx: 200 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 260 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 290 km/h (estimated, electronically limited), Motoryk rating 9.0/10. 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 Ninja H2 Sx
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
200 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
137 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
290 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
260 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
200 hp @ 11,000 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
137 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
290 km/h (estimated, electronically limited)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
260 kg (curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx
9.0/10
"The most thrilling all-rounder money can currently buy used."
Pros
+Supercharged engine is phenomenal
+Surprisingly capable long-distance tourer
+SE suspension transforms ride quality
Cons
−Supercharger belt service costly
−Tyre consumption alarmingly high
−Heavy at 260kg wet
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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