Suzuki GSR250S vs Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSR250Sstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Suzuki GSR250S | Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 1992 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 248 cc | 248 cc |
| Horsepower | 24 hp | 39 hp |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 26 Nm |
| Weight | 188 kg | 160 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 29 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.4 L | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Single disc. Floating Disc, 4 Pot Caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Single disc. Fixed Disc, 2 Pot Caliper |
| Tires | 110/80-ZR17 / 140/70-ZR17 | 110/70-17 / 140/70-17 |
Suzuki GSR250S vs Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana — which should you buy?
Picking between the Suzuki GSR250S and the Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSR250S brings 24 hp in a 188 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana counters with 39 hp at 160 kg.
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:

