Suzuki RG250E: history, specs, pictures
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| Suzuki RG 250E | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1980 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | Horizontal parallel twin, 2-stroke, piston reed valve |
| Bore / Stroke | 53.3mm x 53.3mm |
| Compression ratio | 6.7:1 |
| Horsepower | 30.04 HP (22.4 KW) @ 8000RPM |
| Torque | 20.65 ft/lbs (28.0 Nm) @ 7000RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Dual shocks, coil springs |
| Brakes | Front: Single disc Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.25-18 |
| Wheelbase | 52.01 inches (1321 mm) |
| Length | 78.9 inches (2004 mm) |
| Width | 29.88 inches (759 mm) |
| Weight | 137.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki RG 250E was a Horizontal parallel twin, 2-stroke, piston reed valve Classic motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1980. Max torque was 20.65 ft/lbs (28.0 Nm) @ 7000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 30.04 HP (22.4 KW) @ 8000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 53.3mm bore x 53.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 247.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks, coil springs. The RG 250E was fitted with a 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 52.01 inches (1321 mm) long.
1980 - 1982 Suzuki RG 250E[edit | edit source]
The Suzuki RG 250E had alloy cast wheels, the RG 250 had classic steel wire rims. There was also some differences in the colors, otherwise it was the same model.