Suzuki Djebel 250 vs Suzuki Dr650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Djebel 250 vs Suzuki Dr650. Suzuki Djebel 250: 24 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 157 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Dr650: 46 hp @ 6,400 rpm hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Djebel 250
Suzuki Dr650
Horsepower (hp)
24 hp
46 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
54 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
157 kg
166 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
24 hp @ 8,500 rpm
46 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
54 Nm @ 5,200 rpm
Top Speed
130 km/h (estimated)
155 km/h
Weight
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5–4.5 L/100km (approximately 22–28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Djebel 250
7.5/10
"Rewarding, capable machine if you accept the parts headache."
Pros
+Incredibly reliable single-cylinder engine
+Genuine off-road capability
+Excellent fuel economy
Cons
−Parts sourcing is nightmare
−Lean factory carb jetting
−Seat foam deteriorates quickly
Suzuki Dr650
8.0/10
"The most reliable used adventure bike under four grand, full stop."
Pros
+Bulletproof simple engine
+Dirt cheap parts availability
+Massive aftermarket support
Cons
−Stock suspension genuinely disappointing
−Carburetor needs attention
−Vibration above 70mph
Top 10 Accessories
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