Suzuki GSX-R 250 vs Enfield 250GT Continental (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 250stacks up against the Enfield 250GT Continental. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 250Enfield 250GT Continental
Model year19881969
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower45 hp21 hp
Torque24 Nm
Weight138 kg138 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 2-piston calipersExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. 1-piston caliperExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17 3-18 / 3-18

Suzuki GSX-R 250 vs Enfield 250GT Continental — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 250 and the Enfield 250GT Continental usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 250 brings 45 hp in a 138 kg package, while the Enfield 250GT Continental counters with 21 hp at 138 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: