2008 Suzuki GZ250

– 2008 Suzuki GZ250

2008 Suzuki GZ250

Get ready to tap into all the thrills that motorcycling has to offer — with the versatile Suzuki GZ250. It’s designed to offer exactly the kind of performance beginning riders are looking for. With a seat height of less than 28 inches and a dry weight of just 302 pounds, the GZ250 is a joy to maneuver around town, even in tight traffic. And that lightweight responsiveness is complemented by brisk engine performance and a wide powerband.

The GZ250 is also styled so you’ll fit right in with your riding buddies. It has classic Suzuki styling — long, low and lean — and includes a variety of features from a buttoned-down seat to flashy spoked wheels.

That’s not all — the GZ250’s superb combination of performance, styling and price is the perfect definition of value!

FEATURES:

Key Features
– An entry-level cruiser that’s affordable and easy to operate, but with many classic styling features of larger cruisers

Engine Features

– Fuel efficient four-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2-valve engine with Twin Dome Combustion Chamber (TDCC). Provides a wide power band, good acceleration and with the simplicity of a single cylinder engine

– Single Mikuni™ 32mm carburetor provides excellent throttle response

– Electric starter and digital transistorized ignition system powered by a maintenance-free battery

– 5-speed transmission, with gear ratios ideally selected for strong engine performance under a variety of riding conditions

Chassis Features

– Bright chrome finish on cylinder head covers, horn housing, tank emblems, and rear fender suspension struts

– Large cruiser-style fuel tank, rear fender and comfortable 2-piece seat with low 27.8 inch seat height

– Lightweight (302lbs.) – easier for the beginner or smaller rider to handle

– Large 3.7 gallon fuel tank combined with fuel-efficient engine provides ample range for commuting or pleasure riding

– Long 57 inch wheelbase supported by oil-damped front forks and preload-adjustable twin-shock rear suspension for a comfortable ride

– Wide 110/90-16 front tire and 130/ 90-15 rear tire mounted on custom-style spoke wheels

US SPECIFICATIONS:
MSRP: $3,249

Model Number GZ250K8
Type Standard
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.
Suggested Retail $3249
SEP $396
Engine 249cc, four-stroke, SOHC, single cylinder, Twin Dome Combustion Chamber (TDCC)
Bore & Stroke 72.0 x 61.2mm
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Fuel System Mikuni™ BSR32SS
Lubrication Wet Sump
Ignition Digital/Transistorized
Starter Electric
Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive #520 chain
Overall Length 2160mm (85.0 in.)
Overall Width 815mm (32.1 in.)
Overall Height N/A
Seat Height 680mm (27.8 in.)
Ground Clearance 125mm (4.9 in.)
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1 in.)
Dry Weight 137kg (302 lbs.)
Suspension Front Telescopic, oil damped
Suspension Rear Twin shock, 5-way adjustable preload
Brakes Front Single hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear Mechanical drum
Tires Front 110/90-16 59P
Tires Rear N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.0 liter (3.7 gal.) 13.0 liter (3.4 gal.) CA. Model
Color Black, Gray

Canadian SPECIFICATIONS:
MSRP: $4,699

Engine Type 4 stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, Twin Dome Combustion Chamber
Displacement 249 cc
Bore/Stroke 72.0 mm x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Fuel System Mikuni™ BSR32SS
Lubrication Wet sump
Ignition Digital/Transistorized
Starter Electric
Transmission 5 speed
Final Drive #520 Chain
Overall LxWxH (mm) 2.160 x 815 x 1.090
LxWxH (in) 85.0 x 32.1 x 42.9
Seat Height 680 mm (27.8 in)
Wheelbase 1.450 mm (57.1 in)
Ground Clearance 125 mm (4.9 in)
Dry Weight 137 kg (302 lbs)
Front Suspension Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension Twin shock, 5-way adjustable preload
Front Brakes Single hydraulic disc
Rear Brake Mechanical drum
Front Tire 110/90-16 59P
Rear Tire 130/90-15 66P
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.0 L (3.1 imp gal)
Colour Black, Gray