Suzuki Rf900r vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Rf900r vs Yamaha Fazer 250. Suzuki Rf900r: 125 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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 Rf900r
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
125 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
93 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
125 hp @ 10,000 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
93 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h
135 km/h
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Rf900r
7.5/10
"A genuinely capable all-rounder hiding in plain sight at bargain prices."
Pros
+Strong, characterful inline-four engine
+Excellent wind protection fairing
+Comfortable two-up capability
Cons
−Parts availability increasingly difficult
−Carb issues on neglected examples
−Heavy for its power class
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
Top 10 Accessories
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