Suzuki Dr650se vs Honda Crf250l
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Dr650se vs Honda Crf250l. Suzuki Dr650se: 46 hp @ 6,400 rpm hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h (estimated, note: varies with rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Honda Crf250l: 24 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 157 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Dr650se
Honda Crf250l
Horsepower (hp)
46 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
59 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
166 kg
157 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
46 hp @ 6,400 rpm
24 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
59 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
23 Nm @ 6,750 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h (estimated, note: varies with rider weight and conditions)
130 km/h
Weight
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Dr650se
8.2/10
"The sensible dual-sport that quietly outlasts everything around it."
Pros
+Nearly bulletproof engine reliability
+Massive parts availability worldwide
+Excellent low-speed maneuverability
Cons
−Stock suspension disappoints experienced riders
−Tiny fuel tank range
−Highway cruising feels strained
Honda Crf250l
7.0/10
"The most sensible used bike you'll ever mildly regret."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Incredibly cheap to run
+Capable light off-road
Cons
−Struggles above 65mph
−Front brake underwhelms
−Stock power feels strangled
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