Sherco 250 SE-R Factory vs Suzuki DR-Z250 (2020)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSherco 250 SE-R FactorySuzuki DR-Z250
Model year20202019
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Weight105 kg
Seat height37 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. BremboDouble disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. BremboSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Tires1.60-21 / 2.15-18

Sherco 250 SE-R Factory vs Suzuki DR-Z250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco 250 SE-R Factory and the Suzuki DR-Z250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 250 SE-R Factory brings its published horsepower in a 105 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: