Suzuki TV 250 Wolf - [1988] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki TV 250 Wolf - [1988]

Suzuki TV 250 Wolf - [1988]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki TV 250 Wolf
Year: 1988 | Type: Standard
Engine: 249 cc (15.1 ci) 14 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 2
Engine Stroke: Four | Valve Config: Piston Port
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Power: 45 bhp (33 kW) @ 9500 rpm
Torque: 27.5 lb-ft (37.2 Nm) @ 8000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: bhp
Torque Per Ton: lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 1.6 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 1.7 secs
Top Speed: 0 mph (0.0 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki TV 250 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki TV 250 Wolf is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1988. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1989 Suzuki GS 500 E and the 1988 Suzuki RH 250 X.This particular Suzuki TV 250 has a 249cc Liquid cooled, Four stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

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

The 1988 TV 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 TV 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 TV 250 Wolf in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

The 1988 Suzuki TV 250 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 249cc 14 valve Wankel 2 cylinder engine produces 45 bhp (33 kW) @ 9500 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 Piston Port Four stroke unit throws out torque of 27.5 lb-ft (37.2 Nm) @ 8000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

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

The has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1988 Suzuki TV 250 Wolf.

The 1988 Suzuki TV 250 Wolf has a Power to weight ratio of bhp per ton and lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1988 TV 250 competing with the No rows returned.

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 TV 250 generating around 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 No rows returned.

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 1.6 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 1.7 secs, this makes the Suzuki TV 250 Wolf similar in acceleration to the 1982 Yamaha XS 400 L Maxim (1.6 secs) and the 1994 Suzuki VS 400 Intruder (2.2 secs). This Suzuki TV 250 Wolf 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 1988 Suzuki TV 250 Wolf and the 2023 Kawasaki ZX-4 RR Ninja KRT

When talking about the performance of the 1988 Suzuki TV 250 Wolf 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 2023 Kawasaki ZX-4 RR Ninja KRT (0 secs) and the 1987 Yamaha SRX 250 F (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1988 version of the Suzuki TV 250 Wolf has a maximum speed of 0mph.

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Top Speed of the 1988 TV 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 1988 Suzuki TV 250 Wolf then how about a 2013 Honda CHF 50 Metropolitan (35 mph) and the 2002 Honda CHF 50 Metropolitan (35 mph).