Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder - [1982] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder - [1982]

Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder - [1982]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder
Year: 1982 | Type: Off-Road
Engine: 249 cc (15.1 ci) 2 Valve
Engine Type: V-Twin | Cylinders: 1
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: SOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 124 kgs (273 lbs)
Dry Weight: 119 kgs (262 lbs)
Power: 17 bhp (12 kW) @ 7800 rpm
Torque: 14.7 lb-ft (19.9 Nm) @ 5000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 137.0 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 118.9 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 27.0 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 27.6 secs
Top Speed: 70 mph (112.6 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki SP 250 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1982. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1982 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk and the 1982 Yamaha XS 400 L Maxim.This particular Suzuki SP 250 has a 249cc Air cooled, Two stroke, V-Twin Petrol powerplant with 1 cylinders and Carburettor.

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

The 1982 SP 250 shares its V-Twin engine and Off-Road style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 250 Camo and the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 230 Single Cylinder. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the SP 250's Off-Road style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 250 Single Cylinder | 2020cc.2020 Kawasaki KLX 250 Camo | 2020cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 124 kgs (273 lbs) this makes the Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F or the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom, give or take 50kg.

The 1982 Suzuki SP 250 shares the same bhp with the Honda MSX 125 Grom - [2025]

In terms of power the 249cc 2 valve V-Twin 1 cylinder engine produces 17 bhp (12 kW) @ 7800 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 SOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 14.7 lb-ft (19.9 Nm) @ 5000 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 SP 250 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Classic - [2014] image

The 2014 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Classic has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1982 Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder.

The 1982 Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder has a Power to weight ratio of 137.0 bhp per ton and 118.9 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1982 SP 250 competing with the 2014 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Classic [161.9 bhp\ton] and the 2005 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Classic [161.9 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 SP 250 generating around 118.9 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 1985 Yamaha FZ 400 R [143.8 lb-ft per ton] and the 1984 Yamaha FZ 400 R [143.8 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 27.0 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 27.6 secs, this makes the Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder similar in acceleration to the 2020 Yamaha XT 250 Single (27.1 secs) and the 2020 Honda NSS 300 Forza Limited Edition (27.1 secs). This Suzuki SP 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 1982 Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder and the 1972 Yamaha RD 250 Twin

When talking about the performance of the 1982 Suzuki SP 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 1972 Yamaha RD 250 Twin (0 secs) and the 2002 Kawasaki ZZR 400 DOHC (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1982 version of the Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder has a maximum speed of 70mph.

Top Speed of the 1982 SP 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 1982 Suzuki SP 250 Single Cylinder then how about a 1994 Suzuki LS 400 Savage (81 mph) and the 1992 Suzuki LS 400 Savage (81 mph).