Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder - [2009] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder - [2009]

Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder - [2009]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder
Year: 2009 | Type: Off-Road
Engine: 249 cc (15.1 ci) 4 Valve
Engine Type: V-Twin | Cylinders: 1
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air - Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 131 kgs (288 lbs)
Dry Weight: 115 kgs (253 lbs)
Power: 30 bhp (22 kW) @ 8500 rpm
Torque: 17.7 lb-ft (24.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 229.0 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 135.1 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 16.1 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 16.5 secs
Top Speed: 70 mph (112.6 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki DR-Z 250 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2009. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2010 Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja Performance Edition and the 2010 Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja.This particular Suzuki DR-Z 250 has a 249cc Air - Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V-Twin Petrol powerplant with 1 cylinders and Carburettor.

Kawasaki KLX 250 Single Cylinder - [2020] image

An alternative V-Twin engine, Off-Road style motorbike includes the Kawasaki KLX 250 Single Cylinder - [2020]

The 2009 DR-Z 250 shares its V-Twin engine and Off-Road style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 250 Single Cylinder and the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 250 Camo. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the DR-Z 250's Off-Road style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 230 Single Cylinder | 2020cc.2020 Kawasaki KLX 250 Single Cylinder | 2020cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 131 kgs (288 lbs) this makes the Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder in the same weight category as the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F, give or take 50kg.

The 2009 Suzuki DR-Z 250 shares the same bhp with the Honda MSX 125 Grom - [2025]

In terms of power the 249cc 4 valve V-Twin 1 cylinder engine produces 30 bhp (22 kW) @ 8500 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [9.6 bhp (7 kW) @ 7250 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 17.7 lb-ft (24.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [17.8 lb-ft (24.2 Nm) @ 8100 rpm] and the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki DR-Z 250 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2002 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2009 Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder.

The 2009 Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder has a Power to weight ratio of 229.0 bhp per ton and 135.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2009 DR-Z 250 competing with the 2002 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC [253.9 bhp\ton] and the 2006 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC [253.9 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 DR-Z 250 generating around 135.1 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 2024 Honda NX 500 EFI [160.1 lb-ft per ton] and the 1961 Norton Dominator 88 SS [159.4 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 16.1 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 16.5 secs, this makes the Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder similar in acceleration to the 2015 Honda VT 1300 CT Interstate (16.1 secs) and the 2013 Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder (16.1 secs). This Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder 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).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2009 Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder and the 1979 Kawasaki Z 250 FS

When talking about the performance of the 2009 Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 0 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1979 Kawasaki Z 250 FS (0 secs) and the 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6 R (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2009 version of the Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder has a maximum speed of 70mph.

Top Speed of the 2009 DR-Z 250 equals the 1994 Suzuki LS 400 Savage

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2009 Suzuki DR-Z 250 Single Cylinder then how about a 1994 Suzuki LS 400 Savage (81 mph) and the 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage (81 mph).