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

SpecSuzuki GSR250SSuzuki GSX 250 SSN Katana
Model year20161992
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower24 hp39 hp
Torque22 Nm26 Nm
Weight188 kg160 kg
Seat height31 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc. Floating Disc, 4 Pot Caliper
Rear brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc. Fixed Disc, 2 Pot Caliper
Tires110/80-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: