2007 Suzuki DR-Z250 Review

Grab a handful of throttle and you’ll be rewarded with hard-charging performance across the powerband. And when the trail gets nasty, you can count on the DR-Z250’s long-travel suspension for a plush ride.

The DR-Z250 for 2007 - where four-stroke power meets lightweight handling.

Features

Key Features

Versatile 250cc 4-stroke off-road model with performance and features suitable for a wide range of riders

Engine Features

Compact 249cc 4-stroke, DOHC, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with 4-valve TSCC cylinder head for low-rpm torque and tractable power
SACS air/oil cooling system with high-capacity oil cooler for efficient engine cooling
Lightweight magnesium cylinder head cover
Electric start with back-up kickstart system and automatic decompression system
Mikuni BSR32 carburetor for smooth throttle response
Large-capacity 4-liter airbox, plus frame cover with quick-release fasteners for easy air filter maintenance
Durable SCEM-plated cylinder is lightweight with excellent heat transfer characteristics
Six-speed transmission with cable-operated clutch

Chassis Features

Durable steel frame with aluminum swingarm and skid-plate
Long-travel conventional-style fork with 12-way compression and 17-way rebound damping adjustments
Remote-reservoir-type shock absorber with fully adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Large hydraulic front disc brake with twin-piston caliper and single rear disc brake with caliper and disc guard
Lightweight off-road lighting system
Mechanical trip meter
Hand guards as standard equipment

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SPECS

Engine: 249cc, 4-stroke, air/oil-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC 4-valve
Bore Stroke: 73.0 x 59.6mm
Compression Ratio: 10.4:1
Fuel System: MikuniTBSR32
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: CDI
Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Chain
Overall Length: 2150mm (84.6 in.)
Overall Width: 880mm (34.6 in.)
Overall Height: 1205mm (47.4 in.)
Seat Height: 890mm (35.0 in.)
Ground Clearance: 300mm (11.8 in.)
Wheelbase: 1455mm (57.3 in.)
Dry Weight: 115kg (253 lbs.)
Suspension Front: Telescopic, oil-damped, 12-way adjustable compression and 17-way rebound damping
Suspension Rear: Link-type, gas/oil-damped, fully-adjustable compression/rebound damping and preload
Brakes Front: Single hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Tires Rear: 100/100-18
Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.5 liter (2.8 gal.)
Color: Yellow