Suzuki Gsx250r vs Kawasaki Gpx250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx250r vs Kawasaki Gpx250r. Suzuki Gsx250r: 24 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish this figure), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Kawasaki Gpx250r: 40 hp @ 12,500 rpm hp, 159 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx250r
Kawasaki Gpx250r
Horsepower (hp)
24 hp
40 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
24 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
159 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
40 hp @ 12,500 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
24 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish this figure)
175 km/h
Weight
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
159 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
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
Kawasaki Gpx250r
7.5/10
"The definitive used learner that won't punish your wallet or ego."
Pros
+Indestructible parallel-twin engine
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Carbs notorious for gumming up
−Fairing parts increasingly scarce
−Tiny fuel tank range
Top 10 Accessories
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