Yamaha SRX 250 vs Suzuki GSX 250 (1987)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha SRX 250Suzuki GSX 250
Model year19871980
Price
Engine250 cc250 cc
Horsepower17 hp27 hp
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires90/90-16 / 100/90-18 3.00-18 / 3.75-18

Yamaha SRX 250 vs Suzuki GSX 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha SRX 250 and the Suzuki GSX 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha SRX 250 brings 17 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 250 counters with 27 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: