Yamaha Fazer 150 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Fazer 150 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Yamaha Fazer 150: ~14.7 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated) hp, ~138 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.2/10. 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
Yamaha Fazer 150
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
14.7 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
13.1 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
~14.7 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated)
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
~13.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~130 km/h (estimated)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
~138 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fazer 150
7.2/10
"A dependable urban workhorse that rewards careful used buyers."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Excellent fuel consumption figures
+Parts widely available everywhere
Cons
−Fork seals fail prematurely
−Lacks highway confidence above 110km/h
−Plastic trim cracks easily
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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