Suzuki TS 250 ER - 1980 Specifications and Reviews
The 1980 Suzuki TS 250 ER is a lightweight trial bike designed for amateur and intermediate riders tackling technical off-road terrain. Powered by a simple air-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 16.5 horsepower, it excels in navigating rocky, steep sections with minimal weight and agile handling. This model is best known for its reliability and accessibility in entry-level trial competition.
1980
General information | |
| Category | Trial |
| Year | 1980 |
| Model | Suzuki TS 250 ER |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | Membrane |
| Bore x stroke | 70.0 x 64.0 mm (2.8 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 7.0:1 |
| Power | 16.50 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 246.00 ccm (15.01 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 133.0 kg (293.2 pounds) |
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Suzuki TS 250 ER dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 4.60-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.00-21 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 107.0 km/h (66.5 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 7.50 litres (1.98 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
16.5 hp
Peak Power
66.5 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track15%
City40%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding35%
Touring25%
Passenger20%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders with at least some basic experience, since drum brakes and a peaky two-stroke powerband demand a bit of mechanical sympathy. |
| Purpose | A lightweight vintage enduro built for trail riding, green-laning, and casual off-road exploration rather than outright speed. |
| Rider Fit | Its low 133 kg weight and slim dimensions make it easy to manage for riders of average or smaller stature, including standing on the pegs off-road. |
| Character | A simple, buzzy two-stroke single with old-school charm, rewarding an involved, hands-on riding style over comfort or refinement. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained highway touring, passenger comfort, or modern levels of braking and top-end performance. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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