Suzuki RM-Z250 specifications
Suzuki · Motocross
The RM-Z250 weighs 233 lb at the curb with a 37.5 in seat and a 58.46 in wheelbase, 13.0 in of ground clearance and a single front disc rotor. The shock has adjustable spring preload.
Suzuki RM-Z250
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2027 |
| Engine | 249cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder, DOHC |
| Displacement | 249cc |
| Bore x stroke | 77.0x53.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 13.75:1 |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection, dual-injector type |
| Final drive | Chain, RK® 520MXZ5, 114 L |
| Rear suspension | Single unit, link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and damping force |
| Seat height | 37.5 in |
| Wet weight (curb) | 233 lb |
| Wheelbase | 58.46 in |
| Fuel capacity | 1.66 gal |
| Length x width | 86.02x32.9 in |
| Starting MSRP | $8,499 |
| Class | Motocross |
| Transmission | 5-speed constant mesh |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force |
| Front brake | Disc brake, single rotor |
| Ground clearance | 13.0 in |
| Starter | Primary kickstarter with automatic decompressor |
| Lubrication | Semi-dry sump |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition (CDI) |
| Warranty | Not applicable |
Total Motorcycle says the intake camshaft profile has more valve lift than the prior generation, increasing power at all engine speeds, and that two fuel injectors deliver a fuel-air charge for good combustion efficiency at all engine speeds. It says real-time engine data and run-time information are accessible to help riders stay on top of bike maintenance, and that the slim seat has a specialized foam density for comfort.
The seat is 0.9 in lower than the Yamaha YZ250's 38.4 in. The bike weighs 6 lb more than the YZ250's 227 lb wet.
RM-Z250 against the 250s
At $8,499 it costs $100 less than the Honda CRF250R and Kawasaki KX250F at $8,599, $400 more than the Yamaha YZ250 at $8,099 and $1,150 less than the KTM 250 SX at $9,649. The Suzuki weighs 233 lb against 234 lb for the Honda and 230.9 lb for the Kawasaki. The Suzuki sits in the middle of the class on price.
What Motocross Action says
Motocross Action's race tests call the 250's friendly engine perfect for riders who are not ready for the 14,000 rpm powerbands of the KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas or Kawasaki, and say its power is well placed for novice and entry-level riders.
They warn that Suzuki's handling has a price, oversteer on corner entry and understeer on corner exit, and that the forks are so stiff you will have to spend some of the money saved to fix them, though the bike has the lowest price of the new 250 four-strokes.
The last big remodel came in 2019 with a new frame, Kayaba spring forks, a bigger front rotor, dual injectors, a new shock and a revised cylinder head.
The RM-Z250 suits a novice or an intermediate rider who wants a forgiving motor and a low price, and it suits a racer who is willing to spend on suspension. At $8,499 the price is $100 under Honda's CRF250R and $1,150 under KTM's 250 SX, and Motocross Action would like Suzuki to lower it further for entry-level riders. The seat is 37.5 in, and the dual-injector engine with 13.75:1 compression is tuned for usable power.
RM-Z250 against the CRF250R and KX250F
Honda's CRF250R and Kawasaki's KX250F are the closest 250cc four-stroke rivals.
Suzuki RM-Z250 — specification reference- Model-year range
- 2024–2027
- Compared editions
- 4
- Specification entries
- 24
- Entries that differ
- 1
- Final Drive
- Chain, DID 520DMA4K, 114 links; Chain, DID® 520DMA4K, 114 links; Chain, RK® 520MXZ5, 114 L.
2027 Suzuki RM-Z250 questions
How much does the Suzuki RM-Z250 cost?
Suzuki lists $8,499 for the 2027 RM-Z250, with a 233 lb curb weight, a 37.5 in seat and a 1.66 gal tank.
What is special about the RM-Z250 fuel injection?
Total Motorcycle says it uses two fuel injectors to deliver an ample fuel-air charge for good combustion efficiency at all engine speeds.
The Suzuki RM-Z250 is Suzuki's 249cc liquid-cooled DOHC four-stroke motocross bike, with a 13.75:1 compression ratio, dual-injector fuel injection and a five-speed gearbox. Suzuki prices it at $8,499, and it has a 1.66 gal tank.
The RM-Z250 weighs 233 lb at the curb with a 37.5 in seat and a 58.46 in wheelbase, 13.0 in of ground clearance and a single front disc rotor. Its inverted fork and rear link shock have adjustable damping force. The shock has adjustable spring preload. The seat is 0.9 in lower than the Yamaha YZ250's 38.4 in. The bike weighs 6 lb more than the YZ250's 227 lb wet.
Other models in this reference: Suzuki RM-Z450, Suzuki Hayabusa, Suzuki SV-7GX.