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1980Suzuki TS 250 ER

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The 1980 Suzuki TS 250 ER is a lightweight trial bike designed for amateur and intermediate riders tackling technical off-road terrain. Powered by a simple air-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 16.5 horsepower, it excels in navigating rocky, steep sections with minimal weight and agile handling. This model is best known for its reliability and accessibility in entry-level trial competition.

Capacity
246.0 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
133.0 kg
Seat height
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Power
16.5 HP (12.1 kW) @ 6000 RPM
Other years 1980 1981

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 29Agility 77Comfort 40Off-road 82Touring 30Road manners 35
Off-road & trail82%
Cornering55%
City riding40%
Daily riding35%
Touring25%
Two-up20%
Track15%
Best for
A lightweight vintage enduro built for trail riding, green-laning, and casual off-road exploration rather than outright speed.
Built for
A simple, buzzy two-stroke single with old-school charm, rewarding an involved, hands-on riding style over comfort or refinement.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained highway touring, passenger comfort, or modern levels of braking and top-end performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
246.0 ccm
Power
16.5 HP (12.1 kW) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.1241 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
70.0 x 64.0 mm
Compression
7.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
107.0 km/h (66.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wet weight
133.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.50 litres
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake
Rear brakes
Expanding brake
Front tyre
3.00-21
Rear tyre
4.60-18

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 19801981
Capacity 246 cc 246 cc
Fuel capacity 7.5 L 7.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Suzuki TS 250 ER?

The 1980 Suzuki TS 250 ER has a Capacity of 246.0 ccm (15.01 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Suzuki TS 250 ER have?

The 1980 Suzuki TS 250 ER has a Power of 16.5 HP (12.1 kW) @ 6000 RPM.

How many gears does the Suzuki TS 250 ER have?

The 1980 Suzuki TS 250 ER has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Suzuki TS 250 ER weigh?

The 1980 Suzuki TS 250 ER has a Wet weight of 133.0 kg (293.2 pounds).

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