Suzuki DR-Z250 vs Gasgas MC 250 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z250stacks up against the Gasgas MC 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z250Gasgas MC 250
Model year20192026
Price$8,949
Engine249 cc249 cc
Weight99 kg
Seat height35 mm956 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L7.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 5 speed, Chain
Front brakesDouble disc. Two-piston calipers. Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper. Hydraulic Disc
TiresMaxxis® Maxx Cross MX-ST 80/100 - 21 / Maxxis® Maxx Cross MX-ST 110/90 - 19

Suzuki DR-Z250 vs Gasgas MC 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z250 and the Gasgas MC 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z250 brings its published horsepower, while the Gasgas MC 250 counters with its own power figure at 99 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: