TU 250 XV
1997 Suzuki TU 250 XV Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Suzuki's classic motorcycle platform, the 1997 Suzuki TU 250 XV utilizes a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 8,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 68.3 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the TU 250 XV measures 125 kg (276 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.35 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 750 mm (29.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.
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