The Suzuki motor has recently launched its all new motorcycle the Suzuki Gixer SF 250. The motorcycle is going to give tough competition from other motorcycle in this segment. So we bring out the comparison between Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R.
Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs honda CBR 250R Looks and design:
In terms of looks and design the Honda CBR 250R comes with its old looks where as the Suzuki Gixer SF 250 comes with all new looks. The Zixer SF 250 looks more appealing then the CBR 250R.
The Suzuki Gixer SF 250 is very good motorcycle if we compare it with others bikes in this segment. Read below to see the comparison between Suzuki Gixer SF 250 and Honda CBR 250R.
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Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R | Comparison:
| Specification | Suzuki Gixer SF 250 | Honda CBR 250R |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Type | Oil Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, SOHC | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, DOHC, SI Engine |
| Displacement | 249 cc | 249.60 cc |
| No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling System | Oil Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Max Power | 26.5 PS @ 9000 rpm | 26.5 PS @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 22.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm | 22.9 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Fuel Supply | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Gear Box | 6 Speed | 6 Speed |
The Gixer SF 250 and CBR 250R produces approximately same amount of power and torque. The Honda CBR 250R comes with liquid cooling whereas the Gixer SF 250 comes with oil cooling it means the CBR 250R will manage the heat better.
Both the motorcycles are Fuel injected and comes with 6 speed manual transmission.
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Fuel tank capacity and mileage:
| Suzuki Gixer SF 250 | Honda CBR 250R | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 12 L | 13 L |
| Mileage | 38 kmpl | 35 kmpl |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
The Honda CBR 250R comes with the bigger fuel tank of 13 Liters whereas the Suzuki Gixer SF 250 comes with 12 liters fuel tank. Fuel economy in Gixer SF 250 is much better the CBR 250R.
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Suspension and dimension:
| Suzuki Gixer SF 250 | Honda CBR 250R | |
|---|---|---|
| Chassis | NA | Twin-Spar Type |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Coil Spring, Oil Damped | Telescopic, |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm Type, Mono Suspension | Pro-Link Mono Shock |
| Length | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Width | 740 mm | 720 mm |
| Height | 1035 mm | 1127 mm |
| Saddle Height | 800 mm | 784 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 145 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1345 mm | 1369 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 161 Kg | 167 kg |
Both the bikes comes with Telescopic front suspension and mono suspension at rear. The Overall length of the CBR 250R is more then the Gixer SF 250.
The Honda CBR 250R have longer wheelbase then Gixer SF 250 but the ground clearance of the Gixer is more then the CBR 250R. Talking about the weight then Suzuki did a great job in weight management. The Suzuki Gixer SF 250 is lighter then Honda CBR 250R.
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Tyres and Brakes:
| Suzuki Gixer SF 250 | Honda CBR 250R | |
|---|---|---|
| Front tyre size | 110/70-R17 | 110/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 150/60-R17 | 140/70-17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Front brakes | Disc | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc | Disc |
front tyre in both the bikes comes in same sizes but the Gixer SF 250 comes with bigger tyre at rear as compare to CBR 250R. All the tyres are tubeless and comes with 17 inches alloy.
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Features and safety:
| Suzuki Gixer SF 250 | Honda CBR 250R | |
|---|---|---|
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| Tail Light | LED | LED |
| Turn Signal Lamp | LED | LED |
| Battery type | Maintenance Free | Maintenance Free |
| ABS | Dual channel | Dual channel |
All the lights (headlight, Tail light and turn signal lamp) are LED’s which makes the more comfortable in riding at night. Both the bikes comes with maintenance free 12V-6Ah battery. In terms of safety both the bikes have Dual channel ABS (Anti-lock braking system).
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Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R Price:
| Price | Suzuki Gixer SF 250 | Honda CBR 250R |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom | Rs. 1.70 lakh | Rs. 1.94 lakh |
The Ex-showroom price of the Suzuki Gixer SF 250 is Rs 1.70 lakh and ex-showroom price of Honda CBR 250R is Rs 1.94 lakh.
Wheelsupdates verdict:
The Honda CBR 250R is old motorcycle which is continuing the legacy of honda CBR. It still comes with same styling with updated graphic and it also runs on some of the old technology.
Whereas the Suzuki launched its Gixer SF 250 will all new design and specifications. In terns of looks Gixer SF 250 looks much appealing then the CBR 250R.
Talking about the specification then the Gixer SF 250 and CBR 250R both the bikes have similar kind of specification but some of the features of Gixer is better then the CBR 250R.
For example, Fuel efficiency of Gixer SF 250 is 38 kmpl whereas the CBR 250R can give approximately 30-33 kmpl mileage. If you are looking for value for money motorcycle then you should go for Suzuki Gixer SF 250 which is price at Rs 1.70 lakh only.