Suzuki Across DOHC - [1990] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki Across DOHC - [1990]

Suzuki Across DOHC - [1990]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki Across DOHC
Year: 1990 | Type: Sport
Engine: 248 cc (15.1 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Unknown
Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 159 kgs (350 lbs)
Power: 45 bhp (33 kW) @ 14000 rpm
Torque: 17.7 lb-ft (23.9 Nm) @ 10500 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 251.3 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 98.8 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 14.7 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 15.0 secs
Top Speed: 112 mph (180.2 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 14.43 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki Across DOHC is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1990. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1991 Norton Commander Rotary and the 1990 Norton Commander Police.This particular Suzuki Across has a 248cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Unknown.

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 1990 Across shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the Across's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1992 Kawasaki KR 1 S | 1992cc.1991 Kawasaki KR 1 S | 1991cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki Across DOHC in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

The 1990 Suzuki Across shares the same bhp with the Yamaha WR 250 F - [2025]

In terms of power the 248cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 45 bhp (33 kW) @ 14000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm] or the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 17.7 lb-ft (23.9 Nm) @ 10500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [17.8 lb-ft (24.2 Nm) @ 8100 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki Across you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 1983 Yamaha XJ 400 Z-S has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1990 Suzuki Across DOHC.

The 1990 Suzuki Across DOHC has a Power to weight ratio of 251.3 bhp per ton and 98.8 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1990 Across competing with the 1983 Yamaha XJ 400 Z-S [276.3 bhp\ton] and the 1969 Norton Commando 750 Fastback [276.1 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki Across generating around 98.8 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1977 Yamaha GX 400 Twin Cylinder [123.1 lb-ft per ton] and the 1978 Yamaha GX 400 Twin Cylinder [123.1 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 14.7 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 15.0 secs, this makes the Suzuki Across DOHC similar in acceleration to the 1993 Suzuki Across DOHC (14.7 secs) and the 1993 Honda NT 650 V Revere (14.7 secs). This Suzuki Across DOHC also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

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Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1990 Suzuki Across DOHC and the 2007 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder C 90 SE

When talking about the performance of the 1990 Suzuki Across DOHC on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 15 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2007 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder C 90 SE (15 secs) and the 2011 Suzuki DR-Z 400 SM (15 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1990 version of the Suzuki Across DOHC has a maximum speed of 112mph.

Top Speed of the 1990 Across equals the 2009 Suzuki GSF 650 N Bandit

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1990 Suzuki Across DOHC then how about a 2009 Suzuki GSF 650 N Bandit (123 mph) and the 2007 Suzuki GSF 650 N Bandit (123 mph).