Suzuki GW250
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| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Also called | Inazuma 250 (EU) or GSR250 (Japan) |
| Predecessor | GW250 Thunder |
| Class | Standard |
| Engine | 248 cc (15.1 cu in), 4-stroke, inline-twin, liquid-cooled, SOHC |
| Bore / stroke | 53.5 mm × 55.2 mm (2.1 in × 2.2 in) |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Ignition type | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 speed Manual |
| Frame type | Tubular |
| Suspension | Front: 37mm Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped. Rear: Swingarm, coil spring, oil damped (Both Kayaba) |
| Brakes | Disk (Nissin) |
| Tires | Front: 110/80-17M/C 57H. Rear: 140/70-17M/C 66H (Both IRC) |
| Wheelbase | 1,430 mm (56.3 in) |
| Dimensions |
L: 2,145 mm (84.4 in) W: 760 mm (29.9 in) H: 1,075 mm (42.3 in) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 in) |
| Weight |
170 kg (374.8 lb) (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.3 L (3.5 US gal) |
| Oil capacity | 2.1 L (0.6 US gal) |
The Suzuki GW250 is a 248 cc (15.1 cu in) entry-level standard motorcycle sold in Australia, Asia and Europe.[1] It is called the Inazuma 250 in the EU and the GSR250 in Japan. There is also an F (or) S version (250F, 250S) which is the fairied version of the bike for some markets outside of the EU. It is used by various police services including China, Japan and USA.
On the instrumental panel there is an analog RPM meter in the centre, which contains a digital gear selector indicator. It also has a shift-light pre-programmed to light in three RPM ranges). The speedometer is digital, and there are two trip meters.
While it was praised in the media for having a high build quality and being easy to ride, it was criticized for having "overall sober styling".[1]
References
- 1 2 "Suzuki Inazuma first ride: ″A doddle to ride″". Motor Cycle News. 2012-07-19. Retrieved 2016-08-31.
External links
- Suzuki Inazuma 250 / Inazuma 250Z at Suzuki UK
- Suzuki GW250 / GW250F at Suzuki USA
- Suzuki Inazuma 250 (2013-on) review