Scooters
2006Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S
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The 2006 Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S is a sporty Japanese-market maxi-scooter. Its liquid-cooled 249cc single drives through a belt-drive automatic. ABS, a low 710 mm seat, 214 kg dry weight and 13-litre tank make it comfortable for commuting and touring.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 214.0 kg
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Power
- 32.2 HP (23.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as a comfortable, practical maxi-scooter for urban commuting with enough highway capability for occasional longer trips.
- Built for
- A refined, practical commuter with decent brakes and a twin-disc front end, offering confidence-inspiring stability rather than outright excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp performance, off-road capability, or serious two-up long-distance touring comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 32.2 HP (23.7 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1505 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 69.0 x 66.8 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Full transistor type battery ignition
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1590 mm
- Overall length
- 2270 mm
- Overall width
- 760 mm
- Overall height
- 1225 mm
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Dry weight
- 214.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Pipe under bone
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, 41mm inner tube
- Rear suspension
- Progressive linkage, Preload 34-way adjustable
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.2°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/80-14
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-13
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 214 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg | 173 kg |
| Seat height | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 695 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 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 Skywave 250 Type S?
The 2006 Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S have?
The 2006 Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S has a Power of 32.2 HP (23.7 kW).
How much does the Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S weigh?
The 2006 Suzuki Skywave 250 Type S has a Dry weight of 214.0 kg (471.8 pounds).
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