Suzuki GNX 250 E Weight (309lb)

Quick answer

Across 6 covered model years from 1982 to 1987, the Suzuki GNX 250 E motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 308.6 lb (140 kg).

Wet / running weight308.6 lb (140 kg)
Fuel capacity2.64 US gal (10 L)
Full tank fuel weight16.4 lb (7.5 kg)
Power / 100 lb5.51 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
198219831984198519861987

Suzuki GNX 250 E weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki GNX 250 E?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GNX 250 E is lighter than about 70.8% of 36 Suzuki allround models with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
308.6 lb (140 kg)
36 Suzuki allround modelsMedian: 403.3 lb (182.9 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight308.6 lb (140 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider458.6 lb (208 kg)bike + rider • bike is 67.3% of total mass
180 lb rider488.6 lb (221.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 63.2% of total mass
210 lb rider518.6 lb (235.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 59.5% of total mass

Suzuki GNX 250 E weight & related specs

Model years covered 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
Wet / running weight 308.6 lb (140 kg)
Engine displacement 249 cc
Power 17 hp
Fuel capacity 2.64 US gal (10 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 16.4 lb (7.5 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 5.51 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 18.16 lb / hp
Displacement per pound 0.81 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 124 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.3%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GNX 250 E is lighter than about 70.8% of 36 Suzuki allround models with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 2.64 US gal (10 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 5.51 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Suzuki GNX 250 E weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki GNX 250 E weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 308.6 lb (140 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki GNX 250 E weight compare with similar Suzukis?

Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 70.8% of 36 Suzuki allround models with the same weight basis.

Are all Suzuki GNX 250 E model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1982-1987 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GNX 250 E?

A full tank works out to about 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) from the listed 2.64 US gal (10 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki GNX 250 E weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 488.6 lb (221.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Suzuki GNX 250 E strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 5.51 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 8th percentile within the compatible Suzuki allround power-to-weight comparison.

How large is the Suzuki GNX 250 E engine for its weight?

The model has about 0.81 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

Is the Suzuki GNX 250 E above or below the typical Suzuki allround weight?

The representative wet weight is about 94.7 lb (42.9 kg) lighter than the median Suzuki allround weight of 403.3 lb (182.9 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki GNX 250 E easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

Official information note

Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Suzuki Cycles website.