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Norton Dominator vs Suzuki Gsx-250r

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Norton Dominator vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Norton Dominator: 49 hp @ 6,750 rpm (650SS variant; 500cc models approx. 30 hp @ 6,000 rpm) hp, 190 kg (wet/curb weight — approximate, varies by model year) weight, top speed 170 km/h (Model 99 650cc variant; earlier 500cc models approx. 145 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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

Norton Dominator Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
49 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
51 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
190 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
49 hp @ 6,750 rpm (650SS variant; 500cc models approx. 30 hp @ 6,000 rpm)
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
51 Nm @ 5,500 rpm (650cc variant — estimated)
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h (Model 99 650cc variant; earlier 500cc models approx. 145 km/h)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
190 kg (wet/curb weight — approximate, varies by model year)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approx. 5.5 L/100km (18 km/L) — estimated typical real-world average
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Norton Dominator
Norton Dominator
7.5/10

"Buy one sorted by a previous owner, not someone else's project."

Pros
+Spine-tingling exhaust note
+Razor-sharp handling chassis
+Head-turning genuine British provenance
Cons
Early build quality inconsistent
Electrical issues plague examples
Parts availability remains frustrating
Suzuki Gsx-250r
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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