1983 Suzuki PE250
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1983 Suzuki PE250, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Air-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder reed valve |
| Displacement | 246 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 70.0 × 64.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 |
| Maximum Power | 25 hp |
| Maximum Torque | 28 Nm |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM32SS |
| Lubrication | Suzuki CCI oil injection |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | |
| Ignition | CDI magneto |
| Spark Plug | NGK B8ES |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6 – 0.7 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 3.181 |
| Final Reduction | 3.857 |
| Overall Reduction | 12.27 |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2150 mm |
| Overall Width | 885 mm |
| Overall Height | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1430 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Steel single cradle |
| Caster Angle | 28° |
| Trail | 116 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Full floater monoshock |
| Front Suspension Travel | 230 mm |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 240 mm |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear Tire | 4.60-18 |
| Front Brake | Drum brake |
| Rear Brake | Drum brake |
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