2010 Suzuki GZ250 Marauder

Suzuki Bikes — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:39:26 +0000

Get ready to tap into all the thrills that motorcycling has to offer — with the versatile Suzuki GZ250 Marauder. It’s designed to offer exactly the kind of performance beginning riders are looking for. With a seat height of less than 28 inches and a curb weight of just 331 pounds, the GZ250 is a joy to maneuver around town, even in tight traffic. And that lightweight responsiveness is complemented by brisk engine performance and a wide powerband.

The Marauder is also styled so you’ll fit right in with your riding buddies. It has classic Suzuki styling — long, low and lean — and includes a variety of features from a buttoned-down seat to flashy spoked wheels.

That’s not all — the GZ250’s superb combination of performance, styling and price is the perfect definition of value!

Features and Benefits

Key Features

An entry-level cruiser that’s affordable and easy to operate, but with many classic styling features of larger cruisers

Engine Features

• 5-speed transmission, with gear ratios ideally selected for strong engine performance under a variety of riding conditions

• Electric starter and digital transistorized ignition system powered by a maintenance-free battery

• Fuel efficient four-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2-valve engine with Twin Dome Combustion Chamber (TDCC). Provides a wide power band, good acceleration and with the simplicity of a single cylinder engine

• Single Mikuni 32mm carburetor provides excellent throttle response

Chassis Features

• Bright chrome finish on cylinder head covers, horn housing, tank emblems, and rear fender suspension struts

• Large 13.0 L (2.9 Imp gal) fuel tank combined with fuel-efficient engine provides ample range for commuting or pleasure riding

• Large cruiser-style fuel tank, rear fender and comfortable 2-piece seat with low 27.8 inch seat height

• Long 57-inch wheelbase supported by oil-damped front forks and preload-adjustable twin-shock rear suspension for a comfortable ride

• Wide 110/90-16 front tire and 130/ 90-15 rear tire mounted on custom-style spoke wheels

2010 Suzuki GZ250 Marauder – USA Specifications
MSRP: $3,799 USD

Engine
Bore Stroke: 72.0 mm (2.835 in) x 61.2 mm (2.409 in)

Compression Ratio: 9.0 : 1

Engine: 249 cc (15.2 cu. in), 4-stroke, air-cooled, OHC

Fuel System: MIKUNI BSR32

Ignition: Electronic ignition (Transistorized)

Lubrication: Wet sump

Starter: Electric

Chassis
Brakes Front: Disc brake

Brakes Rear: Drum brake

Color: Black

Curb Weight: 150 kg (331 lbs)

Final Drive: DID 520V, 110 links

Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.0 L (3.4/2.9 US/Imp gal)

Ground Clearance: 125 mm ( 4.9 in)

Overall Length: 2160 mm (85.0 in)

Overall Width: 815 mm (32.1 in)

Seat Height: 680 mm (27.8 in)

Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped

Suspension Rear: Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped

Tires Front: 110/90-16M/C 59P, tube type or 110/90-16M/C 59S, tube type

Tires Rear: 130/90-15M/C 66P, tube type or 130/90-15M/C 66S, tube type

Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh

Wheelbase: 1450 mm (57.1 in)

2010 Suzuki GZ250 Marauder – Canada Specifications
MSRP: $4,999 CDN

Engine

Bore Stroke: 72.0 mm (2.835 in) x 61.2 mm (2.409 in)

Compression Ratio: 9.0 : 1

Engine: 249 cc (15.2 cu. in), 4-stroke, air-cooled, OHC

Fuel System: MIKUNI BSR32

Ignition Electronic ignition: (Transistorized)

Lubrication: Wet sump

Starter: Electric

Chassis

Brakes Front: Disc brake