AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic vs Suzuki GN 250 E (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classicstacks up against the Suzuki GN 250 E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin ClassicSuzuki GN 250 E
Model year20081992
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower28 hp17 hp
Weight160 kg
Seat height25 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires110/90-16 / 150/80-15 3.00-18 / 120/90-16

AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic vs Suzuki GN 250 E — which should you buy?

Picking between the AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic and the Suzuki GN 250 E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic brings 28 hp in a 160 kg package, while the Suzuki GN 250 E counters with 17 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: