Suzuki RM250: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki RM250
Manufacturer
Also called RM250
Production 1976 - 2011
Class Motocross
Engine
250cc single cylinder, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 66.4mm x 72.0mm
Compression ratio 8.6:1/10.4:1
Top Speed 85 mph
Horsepower 54.98 HP (41.0 KW) @ 8000RPM
Torque 36.88 ft/lbs (50.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM
Fuel System carburetor. keihin pwk38s, single
Ignition kick start ignition
Spark Plug NGK R6918B-8 ‘96-98[1]
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive Chain: 520x114 ‘96-98[1]
Front Sprocket 13T ‘96-98[1]
Rear Sprocket 50T ‘96-98[1]
Suspension Front: showa inverted 47mm front forks
Rear: link type
Brakes Front: single disc
Rear: single disc. 2-piston
Front Tire 3.00-21 '76-81
80/100-21 '88-08
90/100-21 '86-87
100/80-21 '82-85
Rear Tire 4.50-18 '76
110/90-19 '92-08
4.60-18 '77-79
130/80-18 '83-85
110/100-18 '86-91
6705 '80-82
Wheelbase 57.68 inches (1465 mm)
Length 85.43 inches (2170 mm)
Width 32.68 inches (830 mm)
Height 50.39 inches (1280 mm)
Seat Height 37.4 inches (950 mm)
Weight 211.64 pounds (96.0 Kg) (dry), 104.5 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 2.11 Gallon (8.00 Liters)
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Manuals File:Suzuki RM250 1995 Service Manual.pdf
File:Suzuki RM250 2003 Service Manual.pdf
Suzuki RM250 K7 2007 Owners Service Manual
More Manuals


The Suzuki RM250 was a single cylinder, two-stroke motocrossmotorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1976 and 2011. Max torque was 36.88 ft/lbs (50.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 54.98 HP (41.0 KW) @ 8000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 66.4mm bore x 72.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 249.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 80/100-m21 front tire and a 110/90-m19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc. 2-piston in the rear. The front suspension was a showa inverted 47mm front forks while the rear was equipped with a link type. The RM250 was fitted with a 2.11 Gallon (8.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 211.64 pounds (96.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.68 inches (1465 mm) long.


1976 RM250A[edit | edit source]


  • FRAME #: RM250-10001
  • ENGINE #: RM250-10001
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 411
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • White RM250 on seat
  • Green insert in front and side number plates

1977 RM250B[edit | edit source]


  • FRAME #: RM250-20995
  • ENGINE #: RM250-21013
  • ENGINE TYPE: ... 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: ... 411
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Gas reservoir shocks

1978 RM250C[edit | edit source]

1978 Suzuki RM250C


  • FRAME # RM250-26795
  • ENGINE #:.. N/A
  • ENGINE TYPE: ... 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: ... 411
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Black fork boots
  • Conical front hub


1978-1/2 RM250C2[edit | edit source]


  • FRAME #: RM250-30642
  • ENGINE #: RM250-30700
  • ENGINE TYPE: ... 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: ... 411
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Aluminum swing arm
  • Full floating rear brake

1979 RM250N[edit | edit source]


  • FRAME #: RM250-38834
  • ENGINE #: RM250-39103
  • ENGINE TYPE: ... 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: ... 403
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Three tone blue tank stripes
  • Plastic tank

1980 RM250T[edit | edit source]

1980 Suzuki RM250T


  • FRAME #: RM250-43892
  • ENGINE #: RM250-44025
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 403
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Three tone blue tank stripes under black outlined Suzuki decal


1981 RM250X[edit | edit source]

1981 Suzuki RM250X


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ11A B 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: RM250-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 142
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Full floater rear suspension

1982 RM250Z[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki RM250Z


  • V.I.N. #: JS1 RJ12A C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: RM250-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 143
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Water cooled
  • Flat slide carburetor


1983 RM250D[edit | edit source]

  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ12A D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J102-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 143
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Yellow lower forks
  • Blue seat with yellow outlined RM

1984 RM250E[edit | edit source]

1984 Suzuki RM250E


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ12A E 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J102-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 146
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Blue frame
  • Blue fork boots

1985 RM250F[edit | edit source]

1985 Suzuki RM250F


  • V.I.N. #: JS1 RJ12A F2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J102-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 146
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Front disc brake

1986 RM250G[edit | edit source]

1986 Suzuki RM250G


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ13A G2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J106-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 00B
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Blue engine with automatic exhaust control valves


1987 RM250H[edit | edit source]

1987 Suzuki RM250H


  • V.I.N. #: JS1R13A H2100001
  • ENGINE #: J106-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 00B
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Rear disc brake
  • Engine has automatic exhaust timing control

1988 RM250J[edit | edit source]

1988 Suzuki RM250J


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ13A J2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J106-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 246cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 26C
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Blue seat with yellow Suzuki

1989 RM250K[edit | edit source]

1989 Suzuki RM250K


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ15A K2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J110-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28C
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Inverted front forks
  • Aluminum left hand sub-frame


1990 RM250L[edit | edit source]

1990 Suzuki RM250L


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ15A L2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J110-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc Two-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28C
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Two piece clutch cover
  • 19 inch rear wheel

1991 RM250M[edit | edit source]

1991 Suzuki RM250M


  • V.I.N #: JS1RJ15A M2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J1 10-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28C
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Yellow frame
  • White side panels
  • White radiator shrouds
  • Yellow seat with gray patches
  • Inverted style front forks

1992 RM250N[edit | edit source]

1992 Suzuki RM250N


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ15A N2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J110-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28C
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Yellow seat with purple patches
  • White rear fender with pink gradation decal
  • Yellow front disc cover
  • Inverted style front forks


1993 RM250P[edit | edit source]

1993 Suzuki RM250P


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ15A P2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J110-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28E
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Charcoal frame
  • Redesigned body work
  • Yellow rear fender
  • White front disc cover
  • Inverted style front forks

1994 RM250R[edit | edit source]

1994 Suzuki RM250R


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ16A R2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J114-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28E
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Charcoal frame
  • Yellow front disc cover
  • Yellow rear fender
  • Red 250 with black stripes on swingarm
  • Inverted style front forks

1995 RM250S[edit | edit source]

1995 Suzuki RM250S


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ16A S2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J114-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 28E
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Charcoal frame
  • Yellow front disc cover
  • Gray RM with red/black stripes on radiator shroud
  • Gray 250 with red/black stripes on swingarm
  • Inverted style front forks

1996 RM250T[edit | edit source]

1996 Suzuki RM250T


  • V.I.N. JS1RJ17A T2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J115-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 37E
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Piston-reed engine
  • Yellow front disc cover
  • Yellow seat with black insert
  • Red/purple 250 on swingarm
  • Purple radiator shroud with red RM
  • Conventional front forks


1997 RM250V[edit | edit source]

1997 Suzuki RM250V


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ17C V2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J115-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 37E
  • COLOR: Yellow/White
  • Piston-reed engine
  • Yellow front disc cover
  • Yellow seat with black insert
  • Red/black/yellow 250 on swingarm
  • Black radiator shroud with red/black/yellow RM
  • Conventional front forks

1998 RM250W[edit | edit source]

1998 Suzuki RM250W


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ17C W2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J1 15 -
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 37E
  • COLOR: Yellow/White
  • Push Rod style clutch
  • PWK38 power jet carburetor
  • Gray front disc cover
  • Yellow seat with black insert
  • Conventional front forks
  • Purple/grey/yellow graphics on black radiator shrouds

1999 RM250X[edit | edit source]

1999 Suzuki RM250X


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ17C X2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J115-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 37E
  • COLOR: Yellow - 3AE
  • PWK38 power jet carburetor
  • Gray front disc cover
  • Yellow seat with black insert
  • Inverted style front forks
  • Red/yellow/black graphics on yellow radiator shrouds

2000 RM250Y[edit | edit source]

2000 Suzuki RM250Y


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ17C Y2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J115 -
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 37E
  • COLOR: Yellow - 3AE
  • Charcoal frame
  • Gray and black seat with white "Suzuki"
  • No graphics on swingarm
  • Yellow radiator shroud with red/black hex design decals
  • Inverted style front forks

2001 RM250K1[edit | edit source]

2001 Suzuki RM250K1


  • V.I.N. #: JS1RJ18C 12100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: J119-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 249cc, 2-Stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 37F
  • COLOR: Yellow - YR1
  • Charcoal frame
  • Black seat with white "Suzuki"
  • No graphics on swingarm
  • Radiator shrouds have white RM and red S
  • Inverted style front forks



2004 Suzuki RM250[edit | edit source]

2004 Suzuki RM250

The 2004 MY RM250 has received several revisions aimed at improving the power delivery. A lighter flat-top piston, redesigned exhaust ports, and piston rings have been used, and the carburetor was rejetted, also. At the same time the fork grew thicker, with new shocks and a new rear linkage for better progressive action.

Ergonomics have been tweaked, alongside the brakes, and the bike got a stronger frame and better clutch cable adjustment.


2006 Suzuki RM250[edit | edit source]

The 2006 MY RM250 is a two-stroke quarter-liter dirt racing machine which has been used by Ricky Carmichael and he proved that it is indeed a champ's bike. Quick throttle response, amazing power and torque for riding hard and excellent damping capabilities, even when landing really tall jumps.

The engine and the frame of the bike have both been massively updated and provide more performance and reliability. The brakes and bars have also been updated for this model year. Maybe you won't become the next Carmichael, but at least you can give life your best shot.


2007 Suzuki RM250[edit | edit source]

The 2007MY brings several updates for the Suzuki RM250. This quarter-liter dirt racer receives a redesigned seat with textured side panels for better grip, redesigned exhaust ports, revised engine placement inside the chassis, while the suspensions have also been tweaked and made lighter.

This quarter-liter 2-stroke is now more maneuverable thanks to the optimized mass distribution and you'll be able to get more from the 5-speed transmission whether you'll be riding fast and jumping mounds or drifting around corners.


2008 Suzuki RM250[edit | edit source]

2008 Suzuki RM250

The 2008 RM250 is the epitome of power and racing spirit in the world of motocross competition bikes. Suzuki delivers a mean beast which can take almost any rider by surprise, as the brute power and explosive torque this two-stroke quarter-liter liquid-cooled single are something to be reckoned with.

This bike is a tough-as-nails engineering marvel and can also take a beating. The strong chassis is complemented by racing-grade Showa suspensions with enhanced adjustability, while the pegs and bars are also complying with the rigors of hard riding. Cue powerful hydraulic brakes, precise cornering and a narrow, easy-to-flip profile for the ultimate ride.

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References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019. 
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