Suzuki 250SB
2002—2005

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The Suzuki 250 SB  supermoto (motard) was launched in February 2002. It was essentially the first generation Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 sold under the Suzuki brand. In terms of technical characteristics, the bikes were identical. Only the color and design of the stamp pieces were different. The 250SB was sold mainly in Japan at the domestic market. Bikes that are basicly off-road models with 17-inch street tyres are mainly called supermotos but in North America they are often called superbikes. Kawasaki called it exclusively North American style since the days of the KSR small displacement bike. The model name 250SB also seems to be influenced by Kawasaki's style (SB – super bike). In contrast , Suzuki's DR-Z400SM is placed in European style (SM - super moto). The basis of the 250SB is taken from the old version of  the Kawasaki KLX250 with a single-cylinder, 4-stroke liquid-cooled engine. The lightweight and compact LX250DE engine had 4 valves, DOHC and was equipped with two radiators. The 249 cm³ engine delivered 29 hp at 9,000 rpm and 25 Nm at 7,000 revs. The main changes compared to the KLX250 were the wheels (17-inch road spokes), the suspension settings and brakes. The Suzuki 250SB existed on the market until 2005, when it was discontinued. Meanwhile, the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 model continued to be in high demand. Its production was transferred to Thailand in 2003, and in 2008 serious revisions were carried out. D-Tracker 250 was later marketed as  Kawasaki D-Tracker X in many countries, mainly on the South-east Asian market.

2002 Suzuki 250SB, Solid Black No.2 (XA2)

2002 Suzuki year code: K2

The 250SB was released by Suzuki brand as a "badge Engineering" model of the Kawasaki KLX250-based D-Tracker. All configurations were the same, including a 249cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder engine, 17-inch front and rear wheels and road tires, an inverted fork, and front and rear disc brakes. At first, the model was only available in Black. Body colors: Solid Black No.2 (XA2) Launched in Japan: February 2002 Sales period: 2002–2003 Model code: BA-LX250L Engine numbers: 250SBK2 LX250DE000001~ Frame numbers: 250SBK2 LX250L-000001~ Recommended retail price in Japan: 480,000 yen

2002 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2003 Suzuki year code: K3

For 2003, a second color option, Suzuki's classic Champion Yellow was added. The Black version remained unchanged with same graphics as earlier. Body colors: Solid Black No.2 (XA2), Champion Yellow N.2 (YU1) Launched in Japan: May 2003 Sales period: 2003–2004 Model code: BA-LX250L 250SBK3 engine numbers: LX250DEA00508~ 250SBK3 frame numbers: LX250L-A00001~ Recommended retail price in Japan: 480,000 yen

2003 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2003 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2004 Suzuki year code: K4

Same colors, but new graphics. Technically unchanged model. Body colors: Solid Black No.2 (XA2), Champion Yellow N.2 (YU1) Launched in Japan: July 2004 Sales period: 2004–2005 Model code: BA-LX250L 250SBK4 engine numbers: LX250DEA00001~ 250SBK4 frame numbers: LX250L-A01001~ Recommended retail price in Japan: 519,750 yen

2004 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2004 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2005 Suzuki year code: K5

Again, same colors but different graphics. Final version of the Suzuki 250SB before the model was discontinued. Body colors: Solid Black No.2 (XA2), Champion Yellow N.2 (YU1) Launched in Japan: February 2005 Sales period: 2005–2006 Model code: BA-LX250L 250SBK5 engine numbers: LX250DEA00001~ 250SBK5 frame numbers: LX250L-A02001~ Recommended retail price in Japan: 519,750 yen

2005 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2005 Suzuki 250 SB Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine: Liquid-cooled 249 cc 1-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves. 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm, 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2002–2005 Suzuki 250SB specifications (Japan) Model code: LX250L Overall Length: 2 065 mm (71.3 in) Overall Width: 790 mm (30.3 in) Overall Height: 1 175 mm (41.7 in) Seat Height: 865 mm (30.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 435mm (49.0 in) Ground Clearance: 265 mm (10.4 in) Dry Weight: 119 kg (176 lbs) Engine code: LX250DE Engine type: single cylinder 4-stroke, DOHC, 4 valves Cooling metod: Liquid-cooled Cylinder displacement: 249 cc Bore x Stroke: 72 x 61.2 mm (2.835 x 2.409 in) Compression ratio: 11.0 Maximum power: 29 hp (21 kW) @ 9 000 rpm Maximum torque 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Fuel economy: 40 km/l at steady 60 km/h Carburetor: Keihin CVK34 Starter method: Electric starter Ignition method: CDI Lubrication method: Wet sump Lubricating oil amount: 1.5 liter Fuel tank capacity: 7.5 liter Clutch type: Wet multi-plate coil spring Transmission: Constant mesh 6-speed return type Final drive: Chain Primary drive: 2.800 Secondary drive: 2.785 1st gear: 3.000 2nd gear: 2.000 3rd gear: 1.500 4th gear: 1.250 5th gear: 1.050 6th gear: 0.904 Frame code: CF41A Frame type: Steel half-duplex Front suspension: Inverted fork, adjustable compression and rebound damping, 230 mm (9.05 in.) travel Rear suspension: Mono shock with Uni-Trak progression, 205 mm (8.07 in.) stroke, adjustable compression and rebound damping Front brake type: Hydraulic disc Rear brake type: Hydraulic disc Front tire size: 110/70-17 54H Rear tire size: 130/70-17 62H Caster: 25° 30' Trail: 74 mm (2.91 in) Steering angle: 45° Minimum turning radius: 2.3 m (7.55 feet) Recommended price in Japan: 480,000 — 519,750 yen

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