1983 Suzuki DR250 Specifications and Specs

Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1983 Suzuki DR250, 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.

1983 Suzuki DR250

General Specifications

Model Suzuki DR250D
Model Year 1983
Model Code 382
Engine Prefix J402
Engine Type Single-cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled, OHC
Displacement 249 cc
Bore × Stroke 72.0 × 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Carburetor Mikuni VM28SS | Replacement Options
Spark Plug NGK D8EA
Fuel Tank Capacity 9.5 L

Transmission

Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Clutch Wet multi-plate
Final Drive Chain
Drive Chain D.I.D. 520DS, 104 links

Ignition & Service Data

Ignition Timing 10° BTDC below 1,700 rpm; 35° BTDC above 3,000 rpm

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic fork | Fork Oil Levels
Rear Suspension Suzuki Full Floater monoshock system | Rear Suspension Setup

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake Drum
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tyre 3.00-21 | Tyre Size Guide
Rear Tyre 5.10-17 | Tyre Size Guide

250cc Other Specs

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