The Suzuki RG250 was a two-cylinder, 250 cc, two-stroke sports motorcycle produced by Suzuki Motor Corporation from 1978 until 1982. First released in 1978 with the RG125 and RG250 to replace the popular GT125 and GT185. The RG250 was a completely new bike when compared to the GT series. Power was improved slightly over the GT250 X7 and weight was reduced by 20 kg leading to a standing 1/4 mile (400m) acceleration of 14.2 seconds.

Suzuki RG250
ManufacturerSuzuki
Production1978–1982
PredecessorGT250 X-7
SuccessorRG250 Gamma
ClassSport motorcycle
Engine247 cc (15.1 cu in) two-stroke, twin cylinder
Bore / stroke54 mm × 54 mm (2.1 in × 2.1 in)
Top speed160 km/h (99 mph)
Power22.4 kW (30.0 hp) @ 8,000 rpm (crank)
Torque28.4 N⋅m (20.9 lbf⋅ft) @ 7,000 rpm
Transmission6-speed constant mesh
SuspensionFront: Telescopic, coil spring oil damped
Rear: Twin shock, oil damped
BrakesFront: Single disc
Rear: Drum brake
TiresFront: 3.00-18
Rear: 3.25-18
Rake, trail62.7° / 107 mm
Wheelbase1,320 mm (52 in)
DimensionsL: 2,005 mm (78.9 in)
W: 760 mm (30 in)
H: 1,055 mm (41.5 in)
Weight126 kg (278 lb) (dry)
Fuel capacity15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal)
Fuel consumption47 mpg‑US (5.0 L/100 km; 56 mpg‑imp)[1][2]
RelatedSuzuki RG250E (cast alloy wheel version)[3][4]

The success of the RG250 was followed by the release of the RG250 Gamma in 1983.

References

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  1. ^ Haapamäki, Jarmo (April 27, 2022). "Suzuki RG250 1978". suzukicycles.org. Retrieved April 27, 2022.
  2. ^ Gauteng, Tony (April 27, 2022). "Suzuki RG250 1978". motorcyclespecs.co.za. Retrieved April 27, 2022.
  3. ^ Haapamäki, Jarmo (April 27, 2022). "Suzuki RG250E 1978". suzukicycles.org. Retrieved April 27, 2022.
  4. ^ Gauteng, Tony (April 27, 2022). "Suzuki RG250E 1978". motorcyclespecs.co.za. Retrieved April 27, 2022.