Suzuki GS 250 FW - [1983] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GS 250 FW - [1983]

Suzuki GS 250 FW - [1983]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GS 250 FW
Year: 1983 | Type: Standard
Engine: 249 cc (15.1 ci) 4 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 2
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: SOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed / Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 158 kgs (348 lbs)
Power: 36 bhp (26 kW) @ 14000 rpm
Torque: 14.8 lb-ft (20.0 Nm) @ 13000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 202.2 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 83.1 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 18.3 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 18.7 secs
Top Speed: 85 mph (136.7 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GS 250 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GS 250 FW is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 1983. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1984 Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura and the 1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S.This particular Suzuki GS 250 has a 249cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 1983 GS 250 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GS 250's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1989 Yamaha WR 250 Z | 1989cc.1992 Yamaha R1-Z 250 | 1992cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GS 250 FW in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

The 1983 Suzuki GS 250 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 249cc 4 valve Wankel 2 cylinder engine produces 36 bhp (26 kW) @ 14000 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 SOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 14.8 lb-ft (20.0 Nm) @ 13000 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 GS 250 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 1995 Honda XR 250 L has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1983 Suzuki GS 250 FW.

The 1983 Suzuki GS 250 FW has a Power to weight ratio of 202.2 bhp per ton and 83.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1983 GS 250 competing with the 1995 Honda XR 250 L [227.2 bhp\ton] and the 1991 Honda XR 250 L [227.2 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 GS 250 generating around 83.1 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 1983 Suzuki PE 175 Single Cylinder [108.1 lb-ft per ton] and the 1980 Yamaha IT 125 Single Cylinder [108.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 18.3 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 18.7 secs, this makes the Suzuki GS 250 FW similar in acceleration to the 2016 Yamaha XVS 950 V-Star Bolt R Spec (18.3 secs) and the 2014 Yamaha XVS 950 V-Star Bolt R Cafe (18.3 secs). This Suzuki GS 250 FW 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 1983 Suzuki GS 250 FW and the 2011 Yamaha YZF-R125 SOHC

When talking about the performance of the 1983 Suzuki GS 250 FW 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 2011 Yamaha YZF-R125 SOHC (0 secs) and the 2007 Kawasaki BJ 250 Estrella (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1983 version of the Suzuki GS 250 FW has a maximum speed of 85mph.

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Top Speed of the 1983 GS 250 equals the 2018 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1983 Suzuki GS 250 FW then how about a 2018 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom (96 mph) and the 2016 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom (96 mph).