Suzuki GZ250 reviews

I just recently completed the MSF course. I decided to start off with a small bike, they say the bigger the bike the more skill it takes to safely handle it. The GZ250 is the perfect bike for me because of the weight and seat height. The bike looks quite a bit bigger than what it is. Great looks, quality, and gas mileage. My plan is to some day have a Harley. Highly recommend the GZ250. Show less

I just bought a 2003, metallic blue GZ250 on 24 May. I LOVE IT! I have had bikes since age 4 and I am 33 now and this is a great cruiser. I only take it to 60 tops now as it is not broken in yet. Who needs a crotch rocket at 120mph when you can cruise in style at 60!! GET ONE!! Show less

The bike is great! I got my GZ250 this summer after riding for 2 years, The bike was going to be my second bike for in town use but it is becoming more than that. Although the power of the bike is limited it still pack a good punch for acceleration. The light weight frame makes it handel like a older sport bike and still you have the good looks of curzer! I would recomend this bike for anyone looking to have some fun in town and on the back roads. Show less

I love this bike because it's small and light but it can go on the freeway with no problem. The only problem I've had is to get those double jointed rearview mirrors straight. Mine is red. I wish more women and men could know the joy of riding a bike. Show less

This is a nice bike for the money. I have rode for many years and this bike has enough guts to pull me on the interstate @ 70 mph without problems. I was really impressed with the handling of the small bike even with wind and traffic... you cannot go wrong with this bike! Show less

i purchashed mine with only 900 miles on it and it now has 2300 and i havent had any problems with it it is a great bike. a lot of people say it dosent have any power but if you are small and dont weigh that much there is decent power. i am also adding an exhaust, smaller rear sprocket.and dial a jet. hopefully with those mods it will be even faster Show less

I'm a novice and this is my first bike, so take what I say with a grain of salt. I looked at the Rebel, the Ninja 250, the Virago 250(used one), and in the end picked the GZ250. Why? it looks great, it's inexpensive it has excellent ergonomics (for me, anyway) good breaking and control and let's face it, a single piston "thumper" is just cool. But, above all I really like the simplicity of it. Everyone (dealer also) said this bike lacked power. Okay, so it's not a rocket. So what?? In around town cruising (25mph-50mph stop and go, back roads and in city) this bike has plenty of power with some to spare. Maybe not the bike for the interstate, because, it does lack top end (a little) and is lightweight, but average riding, it's great! If you're a novice and people tell you this bike hasn't enouhg power, ask them if they've ever really ridden one. I'm happy I choose this bike. Great so far!! Show less

On the plus side, it's small, low and light and looks good. BUT, the rear brakes squeal, the chrome is rusting, access to valve tappets requires major surgery. Oil drain plug is hard to locate. Cheap OEM battery died in one year. It runs out of revs at about 65 mph. Generally, there's a lack of good engineering design. Little things like poor design of mirror mounting bolts which are covered by a plug which falls out and you hafta replace it at the dealers, not a parts store. Ditto with tires. Can't get replacements except the OEM Dunlops. I've owned eight Hondas. I'd never buy another Suzuki Show less

Purchased a 2001 GZ250 almost a year ago. Insurance is inexpensive at $120.00 a year. At a intersection, It has enough power to pull away from cars. I can cruise around 50 to 60mph easily. I read articles where people had it above 85mph? If you are going against a head wind, it feels a bit lite at 55 - 60 mph. If it has NOT been started for weeks, It started without any problems. Because it is so inexpensive, you don't feel bad if you don't ride it for weeks either! It has larger front tire and gas tank then the Rebel making look bigger than a 250cc. Great first time bike! ryoung Show less

I had been riding a CH-80 Honda Elite Scooter for several years with dreams of someday riding a real motorcycle, My local dealer had 6 of these babys they had loaned out to the local schools to teach motorcycle safety they were returned to dealership where they were being sold them for $1000.00 off retail. Walking through the showroom picking up a part for my scooter, It was love at first sight the style was beautiful, it looks much bigger than a 250CC, The price was unbeatable. I'm built more for cruisin than for speed, If your a 1st time motorcycle rider,if you like to just cruise at 55 rather than 75, this bike is for you, thank you Suzuki, maybe I can do a commercial for you some day. As Arlo Guthrie would sing I don't WANT A PICKLE I JUST WANT TO RIDE ON MY MOTORCYLCLE Show less