What causes Carb/throttle body clogging from ethanol fuel on the Suzuki Gw250 / Inazuma 250?

Rough idle, hesitation, stalling at low RPM Estimated fix cost: $50-$150

What causes Rectifier/regulator failure, kills battery on the Suzuki Gw250 / Inazuma 250?

Battery draining fast, check charging voltage at 13.5-14.5V Estimated fix cost: $80-$200

Ticking noise first 30 seconds after cold start Estimated fix cost: $40-$120

Check coolant level, weep hole under water pump Estimated fix cost: $60-$180

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Suzuki Gw250 / Inazuma 250. What to check and how much repairs cost.

MODERATE

Rough idle, hesitation, stalling at low RPM

Fix cost: $50-$150

SERIOUS

Battery draining fast, check charging voltage at 13.5-14.5V

Fix cost: $80-$200

MODERATE

Ticking noise first 30 seconds after cold start

Fix cost: $40-$120

MODERATE

Check coolant level, weep hole under water pump

Fix cost: $60-$180

☐Check for coolant leaks under engine

☐Test battery charge and rectifier output voltage

☐Listen for cam chain rattle cold start

☐Inspect for crash damage on fairings and forks

Solid budget bike, reliable if maintained properly