Suzuki Gsx-8r vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx-8r vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Suzuki Gsx-8r: 83 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 203 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~210 km/h (estimated; official figure not published), 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
Suzuki Gsx-8r
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
83 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
78 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
203 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
83 hp @ 8,500 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~210 km/h (estimated; official figure not published)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
203 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, estimated real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsx-8r
8.0/10
"The smartest middleweight sport buy under ten grand right now."
Pros
+Strong usable midrange torque
+Reliable, trouble-free ownership
+Sharp, modern styling
Cons
−Suspension soft for heavier riders
−Cramped for tall riders
−Uninspiring top-end rush
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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