Engine and Transmission
Displacement: 249cc
Type: 4-stroke, single-cylinder, Air-cooled, SOHC
Bore Stroke: 72.0mm X 61.2mm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Fuel System: Fuel injection
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Electronic ignition (fully transistorized)
Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: N/A
Chassis and Dimensions
Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear: Swing-arm type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front: Hydraulic disk
Brakes Rear: Leading-trailing
Tires Front: 90/90-18M/C 51S
Tires Rear: 110/90-18M/C 61S
Overall Length: 2070 mm
Overall Width: 750 mm
Overall Height: 1075 mm
Seat Height: 770 mm
Ground Clearance: N/A
Wheelbase: 1375 mm
Curb Weight: 149 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity: 12L
Key
Economical, user friendly standard motorcycle with high-quality features and traditional style
Engine
Fuel efficient four-stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled engine produces strong, low-rpm torque perfect for the city rider
Muffler with catalytic converter and O2 feedback system for cleaner exhaust emissions
SCEM-plated cylinder for increased cooling efficiency and reduced weight
Electric starting system
Electronic fuel injection for better fuel efficiency, strong throttle response and easy starting
Digitally controlled CDI ignition system provides optimum ignition timing at all engine speed
5-speed transmission with gear ratios suitable for a wide variety of riding conditions
Chassis
Strong diamond-shaped steel tube frame
3.17-gallon fuel tank and fuel-efficient engine provide excellent riding range
Full lighting system and easy-to-read instrumentation including trip meter
Front disc brake with dual-piston caliper and rear drum brakes
Low 30.3-inch seat height and compact chassis are perfect for the beginning rider
Chrome plated front and rear wheels, headlight case, speedometer cover, tail lamp housing, front suspension outer tube and polished crank side case produce beautiful and high quality look
Posted on
07.29.2009 @ 14:10
I just purchased a Suzuki TU250 and find it to be an enormously fun ride.
I’m a new rider and started on a Kawasaki Vulcan 500, something which many websites tout as perfect for beginners. We’ll, for me it ain’t so. The Vulcan is heavy (470 lbs. compared to 320-ish for MSF bikes and 380 or so for a Suzuki S40), ponderous, slow handling, rough, has an uneven delivery of power over the revs, and has a less than communicative clutch. A great bike, I’m sure, but not fun at all for a beginner. Rather than looking forward to riding, I’d look at it and think, "Aw, nuts..."
The Suzuki TU250 has a ’standard’ riding position which I find far more natural than the ’cruiser’ position; having the pegs directly under you gives a better, more natural balance. The clutch is sweet, the seat comfortable, the power delivery even across the revs, the shifter is crisp, the ride smooth, and the handling responsive and easy to control.
I can not recommend the Suzuki highly enough. This is one fun little bike and a joy to ride.