DKW E 250 vs Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana (1992)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the DKW E 250stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | DKW E 250 | Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1928 | 1992 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 247 cc | 248 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 39 hp |
| Torque | — | 26 Nm |
| Weight | 90 kg | 160 kg |
| Seat height | — | 29 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Floating Disc, 4 Pot Caliper |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Fixed Disc, 2 Pot Caliper |
| Tires | 2.85-26 / 2.85-26 | 110/70-17 / 140/70-17 |
DKW E 250 vs Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana — which should you buy?
Picking between the DKW E 250 and the Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the DKW E 250 brings its published horsepower in a 90 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana counters with 39 hp at 160 kg.
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: