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1986SVM S 3 250 GS

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The 1986 SVM S 3 250 GS is an enduro bike for riders who want genuine off-road and trail performance. Its 248cc air-cooled single makes 32 hp, with a 94 kg wet weight and an 8-litre tank.

Capacity
248.0 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
94.0 kg
Seat height
Not on record
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Power
32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 11200 RPM
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Other years 1986 1987

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 44Agility 91Comfort 30Off-road 90Touring 20Road manners 35
Off-road & trail90%
Cornering55%
City riding25%
Daily riding15%
Touring15%
Two-up5%
Track20%
Best for
Built as a lightweight enduro/motocross-style off-roader, this bike excels at trail riding, jumps, and tight technical terrain rather than pavement cruising.
Built for
A raw, high-strung 250cc two-stroke single with rotary valve induction, it delivers an aggressive, revvy powerband typical of 1980s competition-bred dirt bikes.
Not ideal for
This is not the bike for riders wanting a comfortable, stable long-distance tourer or a passenger-friendly street commuter.

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

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
248.0 ccm
Power
32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 11200 RPM
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.3404 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
72.0 x 61.0 mm
Compression
10.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wet weight
94.0 kg
Fuel capacity
8.00 litres
Seat height
Not on record - add it
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
3.00-21
Rear tyre
4.25-18

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 19861987
Capacity 248 cc 248 cc
Fuel capacity 8 L 8 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 SVM S 3 250 GS?

The 1986 SVM S 3 250 GS has a Capacity of 248.0 ccm (15.13 cubic inches).

What engine power does the SVM S 3 250 GS have?

The 1986 SVM S 3 250 GS has a Power of 32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 11200 RPM.

How many gears does the SVM S 3 250 GS have?

The 1986 SVM S 3 250 GS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the SVM S 3 250 GS weigh?

The 1986 SVM S 3 250 GS has a Wet weight of 94.0 kg (207.2 pounds).

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