Suzuki Gsx-8r vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx-8r vs Yamaha Fazer 250. 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. Yamaha Fazer 250: 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx-8r
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
83 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
78 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
203 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
83 hp @ 8,500 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~210 km/h (estimated; official figure not published)
135 km/h
Weight
203 kg (wet/curb weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, estimated real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 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
Yamaha Fazer 250
6.5/10
"Solid budget commuter, but don't expect thrills beyond city limits."
Pros
+Frugal fuel consumption
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Fairing blocks highway wind
Cons
−Narrow powerband needs revving
−Parts availability inconsistent
−Learner-damaged examples everywhere
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