Suzuki GS 250 FWS vs Ducati 250 Mark 3 D (1984)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GS 250 FWSstacks up against the Ducati 250 Mark 3 D. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GS 250 FWSDucati 250 Mark 3 D
Model year19841974
Price——
Engine249 cc248 cc
Horsepower—20 hp
Weight157 kg—
Fuel capacity—3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakes—Single disc
Rear brakes—Expanding brake
Tires—3.25-18 / 3.50-18

Suzuki GS 250 FWS vs Ducati 250 Mark 3 D — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GS 250 FWS and the Ducati 250 Mark 3 D usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GS 250 FWS brings its published horsepower in a 157 kg package, while the Ducati 250 Mark 3 D counters with 20 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: