Kawasaki Z1000sx vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z1000sx vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Kawasaki Z1000sx: 140 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 235 kg (wet/curb weight, with panniers) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated, electronically limited), 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 Z1000sx
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
140 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
111 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
235 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
140 hp @ 10,000 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated, electronically limited)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
235 kg (wet/curb weight, with panniers)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 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 Z1000sx
8.0/10
"A genuinely versatile sport-tourer that rewards experienced riders handsomely."
Pros
+Stonking inline-four engine
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Genuinely practical with panniers
Cons
−Stock seat needs replacing
−Pre-2017 lacks cornering ABS
−Fairing panels expensive to replace
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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