Suzuki Gixxer Sf 250 vs Suzuki Gsx250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gixxer Sf 250
Suzuki Gsx250r
Horsepower (hp)
26 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
22.6 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
161 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
26 hp @ 9,000 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
22.6 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
145 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish this figure)
Weight
161 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28-30 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gixxer Sf 250
7.5/10
"A genuinely competent entry-level sport bike that rewards careful buyers."
Pros
+Smooth, tractable fuel injection
+Confident, well-balanced chassis
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Highway performance hits ceiling fast
−Fairing parts hard to source
−Maintenance often neglected by owners
Suzuki Gsx250r
6.5/10
"Solid, honest starter bike that does exactly what it promises."
Pros
+Bulletproof parallel-twin reliability
+Comfortable neutral riding position
+Looks like a real motorcycle
Cons
−No ABS on pre-2019 models
−Highway speeds feel breathless
−Fragile bodywork scratches easily