Suzuki GSX250F Across
Suzuki GSX250F Across | |
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Also called | GSX 250 F Across |
Production | 1990 - 91 |
Class | Sportbike |
Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
Ignition | Digital |
Transmission | 6 Speed, constant mesh |
Frame | Tubular steel, box section swingarm |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Swingarm, monoshock |
Brakes | Front: Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper Rear: Single 240 mm disc |
Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
Rear Tire | 140/70-17 |
Wheelbase | 1380 mm / 54.3 in |
Seat Height | 770 mm / 30.3 in |
Weight | 159 kg / 350 lbs (dry), |
Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
Fuel Capacity | 12 L / 3.2 US gal / 2.6 Imp gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. The engine featured a 12.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet, multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 110/70-17 front tire and a 140/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper in the front and a Single 240 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm, monoshock. The GSX250F Across was fitted with a 12 L / 3.2 US gal / 2.6 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 159 kg / 350 lbs. The wheelbase was 1380 mm / 54.3 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Suzuki GSX 250F Across
What makes this particular bike special is it integrated storage area which is
located where the fuel tank is normally located on a bike. The tank has the
capacity to carry a XL full-faced helmet with space to spare and a max load of
10kgs. The tank lid is electro-magnetically opened via the ignition switch,
turned fully to the right. In essence it's a lockable boot. The tank is fully
lined and rubber sealed to prevent water from getting in. Believe it or not
there's also a compartment light ! which comes on when you open it !
There are other features on this bike that are not even found on other more
expensive bikes. For starters there's full instrumentation, excluding a fuel
gauge, but there is a 2 stage fuel light. Although only one bulb ? it lights up
when its nearing empty and even brighter when you really should be seeking out a
fuel station (orange and then red). My particular version also had a parking
light which is activated or turned off again only with the key. The
instrumentation also includes a neutral light. There's also a 4 way span
adjusting brake lever.
The bike has a manual fuel tap with a reserve setting. Believe it or not I've
actually run out of petrol a couple times ! When you do fill up the Across, it
also has a electronic fuel lid opener. It's a big red button on the right of the
fairing. The fuel lid is on the tail of the bike above the rear brake light and
because its very well integrated you'd never know it was there unless you were
familiar with the bike. The fuel tank is under the set. The seat is locked down
and is unlocked with the usual key.
Quality The Across is one of the more expensive 250s (when available new) in Australia. Justified by the level of equipment. My bike was second hand and despite that it still looked 'new'. Looking at new ones the quality is reasonable. It certainly needs an update in certain areas soon, as the instruments for example are dating pretty badly, apart from that it still looks up to date. The full fairing is thick and hard wearing. The frame is tabular steel. The headlights are still made of glass. The bike weighs in at 163 kgs. Thus it would take much to make it lighter that's for sure.
Comfort The Across is a big comfortable 250. Upright riding position, however the seat is a tad hard. It's a large 250 and many who don't know what it is will ask what capacity it is. First time riders will think is feels big. It's a reasonable low bike and shorter people will have no problems sitting on it. It's even got room for a pillion, however I would hesitate to guess the drop in performance. I never had a pillion on the Across.
Performance Mechanically, the Across is robust. It even has a electronic controlled (CDI) carburetors. Very unusual for its time. Performance is leisurely especially under 7500rpm. Yes 7500rpm. The bike revs out to 16,500 rpm.
Handling Soft but grippy. The Across is easy to ride ! It handles corners very fast but a bit wollawy. I never once thought I'd loose it around a corner. Brakes as I can recall worked well. Very flickable after riding bigger bikes.
Problems Any problems with the Across? The good thing about the bike is it's parts compatibility with other Suzuki models. Like the switch gear and the levers which are interchangeable with the 2-stroke RGV ! Rear mirrors can even be sourced from any GSX-R ! So parts can be very cheap. Eg. New clutch lever for under $10. There are no known consistent mechanical problems with the bike. Note that the speedo cable can come off quite easily even whilst riding. The headlights including high beam are feeble. Essentially it's very reliable if you look after it.
Make Model | Suzuki GSX 250F Across |
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Year | 1990 - 91 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
Displacement | 249 cc / 15.2 cu in |
Bore X Stroke | 49 x 33 mm |
Compression | 12.5:1 |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Lubrication System | Wet sump |
Induction | 2 x Mikuni BSW27 carburetors |
Ignition | Digital |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 34 kW / 45 hp @ 14500 rpm |
Max Torque | 26.4 Nm / 2.7 kgf-m / 19.5 ft-lb @ 10500 |
Frame | Tubular steel, box section swingarm |
Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
Transmission | 6 Speed, constant mesh |
Final Drive | Chain |
Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
Rear Suspension | Swingarm, monoshock |
Front Brakes | Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | Single 240 mm disc |
Front Wheel | 2.50-17 |
Rear Wheel | 3.50-17 |
Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
Rear Tire | 140/70-17 |
Dimensions | Length: 2020 mm / 79.5 in Width: 695 mm / 27.4 in Height: 1120 mm / 44.1 in |
Wheelbase | 1380 mm / 54.3 in |
Seat Height | 770 mm / 30.3 in |
Dry Weight | 159 kg / 350 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 12 L / 3.2 US gal / 2.6 Imp gal |
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