Suzuki Tl1000s vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Tl1000s vs Yamaha Fazer 250. Suzuki Tl1000s: 125 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 198 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 241 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. 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 Tl1000s
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
125 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
103 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
241 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
103 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
241 km/h
135 km/h
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Tl1000s
7.0/10
"A flawed, thrilling classic that rewards diligent pre-purchase inspection."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin character
+Strong mid-range torque
+Aggressive, timeless styling
Cons
−Rotary damper nightmare
−Intense heat in traffic
−Deferred maintenance everywhere
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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