The DR-Z really shone in the tight stuff, the low centre of gravity, good brakes and easy to use power making it quite nifty through the trees, enough to keep more narrow-focused bikes honest. Once things opened out a little, the Suzuki's restricted power output capped its abilities substantially - de-restricting the engine would certainly mean ...

Apr 1, 2012 · With identical $4,699 suggested retail prices, we'd recommend the DR-Z over the venerable XR-250, though at the same price point is also Yamaha's TT-R250 which we have yet to sample. Still, after spending some time with Suzuki's …

Mar 16, 2024 · The DRZ, like its trail bike competition, is not super light. It's an affordable dirt bike, which is why lightweight materials and extra R&D is not included. With the lower center of gravity, it handles well, making it feel like it weighs less.

2001 Suzuki DR-Z 250 E Overall Length: 2 150 mm (84.6 in) Overall Width: 880 mm (34.6 in) Overall Height: 1 205 mm (47.4 in) Seat Height: 900 mm (35.4 in) Ground Clearance: 300 mm (11.8 in) Wheelbase: 1 455 mm (57.3 in) Dry Weight: 115 kg (253 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc DOHC 1-cylinder, 4 valves. Click on the image for larger format.

Suzuki DR-Z 250 is produced in 2001-04. Engine is Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, TSCC, displacement 249 cc / 15.2 cu in Suzuki DR-Z 250 weighs 115 kg / 254 lbs. Suzuki DR-Z 250 has 2 photos.

Suspension is on par with the Yamaha, maybe even better. The 43mm DRZ fork has 11 inches of travel and a fully-adjustable cartridge. Damping is lighter than the two-stroke motocrosser, naturally, and the DRZ is set up to gobble trail junk like Peggy Bundy does Bon-Bons.

Feb 11, 2025 · As for the braking system, the motorcycle's wheels were fitted with 250 mm brake discs, one front and one rear clamped by hydraulic calipers. It offered enough stopping power …

Mar 6, 2008 · I recently picked up a 2001 DR Z-250 and am ready to rebuild the top end (first time for me, wish me luck). I'm having a bit of trouble locating aftermarket (I know the aftermarket performance parts market for this bike is slim) rebuild parts such as the piston and rings.

Make Model: Suzuki DR-Z250: Year: 2001: Full Model Name: 2001 Suzuki DR-Z 250: Engine: Air cooled, 4-stroke, 1 cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves: Displacement: 249cc: Bore x ...

Jun 15, 2007 · The 350 makes more low-mid power, the 250 revs out better from mid-top and is smoother all over. Peak power is about the same between the two bikes. I have one of each and like the 350 better in the woods (due to its extra grunt down low) and the 250 better on the street (due to the smoother nature of the motor and willingness to rev out).