 Suzuki GT250 Ram Air model | |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Also called | Suzuki Hustler |
| Production | 1971-1981 |
| Predecessor | Suzuki T250 |
| Class | Standard |
| Engine | 247 cc (15.1 cu in) air-cooled two-stroke parallel twin |
| Bore / stroke | 54 mm × 54 mm (2.1 in × 2.1 in) |
| Compression ratio | 7.5:1 |
| Top speed | 90 mph (140 km/h) 100 mph (160 km/h) (X7) |
| Power | 26–32 bhp (19–24 kW) |
| Transmission | Multiplate wet clutch, 6 speed |
| Frame type | Duplex cradle |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic forks Rear: swinging arm |
| Wheelbase | 1,310 mm (52 in) |
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 in) |
| Weight | 146 kg (322 lb) 128 kg (282 lb) (X7) (dry) |
| Footnotes / references [1][2][3][4][5][6][7] | |
The Suzuki GT250, also known as the Suzuki Hustler in the US is a 247 cc (15.1 cu in), two-stroke, twin-cylinder motorcycle produced by the Japanese Suzuki company between 1971 and 1981. The model was developed from the earlier T250, and was one of the best selling motorcycles in its class. For 1978 the bike was redesign and marketed as the GT250 X7. The X7 was capable of reaching 100 mph (160 km/h) in favourable conditions. The model range was discontinued in 1981 in favour of Suzuki's four stroke models, and the X7 was developed into the RG250 Gamma.
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