Honda CRF250XRL vs Suzuki DR-Z250 (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF250XRLstacks up against the Suzuki DR-Z250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CRF250XRLSuzuki DR-Z250
Model year20192019
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower29 hp
Torque24 Nm
Seat height38 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Two-piston calipers. Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
Tires90/90-21 / 120/90-18

Honda CRF250XRL vs Suzuki DR-Z250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CRF250XRL and the Suzuki DR-Z250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF250XRL brings 29 hp, while the Suzuki DR-Z250 counters with its own power figure.

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: