Suzuki RM-Z250 Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The Suzuki RM-Z250 motorcycle specifications include a 249 cc (15.19 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 92 kg (202.8 lb).

Key specifications

2008-2023Model years
249 ccDisplacement
92 kgDry weight
955 mmSeat height
7.5 LFuel tank
1,465 mmWheelbase
350 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
2008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Year-specific specification changes

The 2008 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Compression ratio
2013201813.5:1
2019202313.8:1
Front brakes
20212023Single disc. Twin piston
Front suspension
2009Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
2010SHOWA 47mm Telescopic forks, pneumatic/coil spring, oil damped
20112012Telescopic inverted, coil spring, oil damped
2013Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
20142015Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, Showa
2016KYB PSF2 Pneumatic Spring fork
2017Inverted telescopic, air spring, oil damped
20182019Inverted telescopic, pneumatic spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force
2020KYB inverted telescopic, pneumatic spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force
20212023Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force
Front tire
200980/90-M,21
201080/0-21
2011201280/100-M,21
2013201480/100-M,
2015202380/100-21
Rear brakes
20112012Single disc. 2-piston
Rear suspension
2009Swingarm type
2010Swingarm, link type, SHOWA piggyback-reservoir shock
20112012Swingarm, link type, coil spring, oil damped
20132015Link type, coil spring, oil damped
2016KYB rear shock absorber
2017Link type, coil spring, oil damped
20182019Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and damping force
2020KYB link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and damping force
20212023Single unit, link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and damping force
Rear tire
2009100/90-M,19
20112014100/90-M,19
Wheelbase
201020201,475 mm (58.1 inches)
202120231,485 mm (58.5 inches)
Fuel capacity
20097.00 L (1.85 US gal)
201020186.50 L (1.72 US gal)
201920236.30 L (1.66 US gal)
Ground clearance
20102020345 mm (13.6 inches)
20212023330 mm (13.0 inches)
Ignition
20092016Electronic ignition
20172020Electronic
20212023CDI
Lubrication
2010Suzuki Advanced Sump System
2011Semi-dry-sump
2012Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS)
Overall height
201320201,270 mm (50.0 inches)
202120231,255 mm (49.4 inches)
Overall length
201020202,170 mm (85.4 inches)
202120232,185 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall width
20212023835 mm (32.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder
201120122

Model information

Category Cross / motocross

Engine specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement 249 cc (15.19 cu in)
Bore × stroke 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Compression ratio 13.4:1
Valves per cylinder 4
Cooling system Liquid
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Digital AC-CDI
Lubrication Semi-dry sump

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 5-speed
Final drive Chain (final drive)

Chassis and suspension

Front suspension Telescopic, cartridge-type, 16 compression and rebound settings, 11.8 inches, 300mm of wheel travel
Rear suspension Link-type, spring preload fully-adjustable, 16 compression and rebound settings, 310 of wheel travel

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire 90/90-21
Rear tire 100/90-19

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight 92 kg (202.8 lb)
Seat height 955 mm (37.6 inches)
Overall length 2,165 mm (85.2 inches)
Overall width 830 mm (32.7 inches)
Overall height 1,260 mm (49.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1,465 mm (57.7 inches)
Ground clearance 350 mm (13.8 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 7.50 L (1.98 US gal)

Other specifications

Color options Yellow
Price as new US$ 6099. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.