Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R Comparison and Review
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Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R | Comparison and Review

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:

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Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R

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:

SpecificationSuzuki Gixer SF 250Honda CBR 250R
Engine TypeOil Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, SOHCSingle Cylinder, 4-Valve, DOHC, SI Engine
Displacement249 cc249.60 cc
No. of Cylinders11
Cooling SystemOil CooledLiquid Cooled
Max Power26.5 PS @ 9000 rpm26.5 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque22.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm22.9 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Fuel SupplyFuel InjectionFuel Injection
TransmissionManualManual
Gear Box6 Speed6 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.

Gixer SF 250 vs CBR 250R Comparison and Review
Suzuki Gixer SF 250

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Fuel tank capacity and mileage:

Suzuki Gixer SF 250Honda CBR 250R
Fuel Capacity12 L13 L
Mileage38 kmpl35 kmpl
Fuel typePetrolPetrol


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.

CBR 250R
Honda CBR 250R

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Suspension and dimension:

Suzuki Gixer SF 250Honda CBR 250R
ChassisNATwin-Spar Type
Front SuspensionTelescopic Coil Spring, Oil DampedTelescopic,
Rear SuspensionSwingarm Type, Mono SuspensionPro-Link Mono Shock
Length2010 mm2030 mm
Width740 mm720 mm
Height1035 mm1127 mm
Saddle Height800 mm784 mm
Ground Clearance165 mm145 mm
Wheelbase1345 mm1369 mm
Kerb Weight161 Kg167 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 250Honda CBR 250R
Front tyre size110/70-R17110/70-17
Rear tyre size150/60-R17140/70-17
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless
Front brakesDiscDisc
Rear brakesDiscDisc
Gixer SF 250 vs CBR 250R Brakes
Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R | brakes

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 250Honda CBR 250R
HeadlightLEDLED
Tail LightLEDLED
Turn Signal LampLEDLED
Battery typeMaintenance FreeMaintenance Free
ABSDual channelDual 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).

Suzuki Gixer SF 250 looks
Suzuki Gixer SF 250 Looks

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Suzuki Gixer SF 250 vs Honda CBR 250R Price:

PriceSuzuki Gixer SF 250Honda CBR 250R
Ex-showroomRs. 1.70 lakhRs. 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.

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