Honda CR 250 R vs Suzuki DR-Z250 (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CR 250 Rstacks up against the Suzuki DR-Z250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CR 250 RSuzuki DR-Z250
Model year20072019
Price$6,449
Engine249 cc249 cc
Weight97 kg
Seat height37 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Tires80/0-21 / 110/90-19

Honda CR 250 R vs Suzuki DR-Z250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CR 250 R and the Suzuki DR-Z250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CR 250 R brings its published horsepower in a 97 kg package, while the Suzuki DR-Z250 counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: