Motocross Bikes
2027Suzuki RM-Z250
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The 2027 Suzuki RM-Z250 is a 249cc four-stroke motocrosser for intermediate riders stepping up to racing. Revised suspension settings, new rims, new tyres and a new silencer freshen it for 2027, around a 5-speed gearbox, a 955mm seat and a 106kg wet weight.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 92.0 kg
- Seat height
- 955 mm
- Power
- 43.0 HP (31.6 kW)
What’s new for the 2027 Suzuki RM-Z250
vs the 2026| Spec | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable damping force | KYB inverted telescopic, coil spring, adjustable damping |
| Rear suspension | Single unit, link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and damping force | KYB link type, coil spring, adjustable preload and damping |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built exclusively for closed-course motocross racing and dedicated off-road training, not for general recreation or transportation.
- Built for
- A light, high-revving 250cc four-stroke single with fully adjustable inverted forks and a race-tuned chassis that rewards aggressive, committed riding with sharp, flickable handling.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suitable for commuting, highway travel, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking comfort, storage, or long-distance touring capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →45
out of 100Average
The Suzuki RM-Z250 passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 83.6% of the time, 0.6 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 45% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
83.6%Passed first time
8.4%Failed outright
7.9%Fixed during test
0Typical miles
214Tests
Against its rivals · ranks 6 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Enfield Classic 350 | 93 Excellent | 825 |
| 2 | Honda CB500F | 88 Excellent | 4,568 |
| 3 | Royal Enfield Bullet 350 | 75 Good | 8,617 |
| 4 | KTM 390 Duke | 60 Good | 9,871 |
| 5 | Benelli Imperiale 400 | 59 Average | 243 |
| 6 | Suzuki RM-Z250 | 45 Average | 214 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 43.0 HP (31.6 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4674 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 53.6 mm
- Compression
- 13.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Semi-dry sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1485 mm
- Overall length
- 2185 mm
- Overall width
- 835 mm
- Overall height
- 1255 mm
- Seat height
- 955 mm
- Dry weight
- 92.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 106.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.30 litres
- Ground clearance
- 330 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum alloy, twin-spar
- Front suspension
- KYB inverted telescopic, coil spring, adjustable damping
- Rear suspension
- KYB link type, coil spring, adjustable preload and damping
- Front wheel travel
- 310 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 310 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Twin piston
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 100/90-19
Other
- Color options
- Champion Yellow
- Comments
- Smartphone connectivity. Traction control. Launch control.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2005 | 2011 | 2016 | 2022 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 93 kg | 92 kg | 92 kg | 92 kg | 92 kg |
| Seat height | 960 mm | 955 mm | 955 mm | 955 mm | 955 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 6.5 L | 6.5 L | 6.3 L | 6.3 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too new |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki RM-Z250?
The 2027 Suzuki RM-Z250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki RM-Z250 have?
The 2027 Suzuki RM-Z250 has a Power of 43.0 HP (31.6 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki RM-Z250 have?
The 2027 Suzuki RM-Z250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Suzuki RM-Z250 weigh?
The 2027 Suzuki RM-Z250 has a Dry weight of 92.0 kg (202.8 pounds).
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