Suzuki GF 250 S - [1986] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GF 250 S - [1986]

Suzuki GF 250 S - [1986]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GF 250 S
Year: 1986 | Type: Sport
Engine: 249 cc (15.1 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed / Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 139 kgs (306 lbs)
Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Power: 45 bhp (33 kW) @ 13000 rpm
Torque: 17.2 lb-ft (23.4 Nm) @ 10500 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 323.7 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 124.4 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 11.4 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 11.7 secs
Top Speed: 0 mph (0.0 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GF 250 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GF 250 S is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 1986. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1987 Suzuki RH 250 X and the 1986 Suzuki RH 250 X.This particular Suzuki GF 250 has a 249cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

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

The 1986 GF 250 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 GF 250'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 139 kgs (306 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GF 250 S in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F or the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom, give or take 50kg.

The 1986 Suzuki GF 250 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 249cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 45 bhp (33 kW) @ 13000 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 17.2 lb-ft (23.4 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 GF 250 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 DOHC has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1986 Suzuki GF 250 S.

The 1986 Suzuki GF 250 S has a Power to weight ratio of 323.7 bhp per ton and 124.4 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1986 GF 250 competing with the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 DOHC [348.7 bhp\ton] and the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja 650 ABS [348.7 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 GF 250 generating around 124.4 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 1981 Yamaha XT 400 Single [149.4 lb-ft per ton] and the 1978 Yamaha IT 250 Single Cylinder [149.1 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 11.4 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 11.7 secs, this makes the Suzuki GF 250 S similar in acceleration to the 2024 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour (11.4 secs) and the 2022 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour (11.4 secs). This Suzuki GF 250 S 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 1986 Suzuki GF 250 S and the 2006 Yamaha XTZ 250 Lander

When talking about the performance of the 1986 Suzuki GF 250 S 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 2006 Yamaha XTZ 250 Lander (0 secs) and the 2008 Honda GLX 1800 Gold Wing (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1986 version of the Suzuki GF 250 S has a maximum speed of 0mph.

Honda CHF 50 Metropolitan - [2013] image

Top Speed of the 1986 GF 250 equals the 2013 Honda CHF 50 Metropolitan

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1986 Suzuki GF 250 S then how about a 2013 Honda CHF 50 Metropolitan (35 mph) and the 2002 Honda CHF 50 Metropolitan (35 mph).