Honda CB 250 K vs Suzuki GSX 250 Traditional (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 250 Kstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 250 Traditional. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 250 KSuzuki GSX 250 Traditional
Model year19681986
Price
Engine249 cc250 cc
Horsepower30 hp36 hp
Torque21 Nm
Weight175 kg
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires300/0-18 / 325/0-18

Honda CB 250 K vs Suzuki GSX 250 Traditional — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 250 K and the Suzuki GSX 250 Traditional usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 250 K brings 30 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 250 Traditional counters with 36 hp at 175 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: