Suzuki GSR250F vs Jawa Californian 250 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSR250Fstacks up against the Jawa Californian 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSR250FJawa Californian 250
Model year20161968
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower24 hp16 hp
Torque22 Nm
Weight128 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires110/80-17 / 140/70-17 3.25-19 / 3.25-19

Suzuki GSR250F vs Jawa Californian 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSR250F and the Jawa Californian 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSR250F brings 24 hp, while the Jawa Californian 250 counters with 16 hp at 128 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: