Please note: This is part of the Greg Zydyk collection.
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1989 Suzuki GSX-R250 SP.
The GSX-R line from Suzuki is no doubt one of the greatest (if not the greatest) sport bike dynasties ever produced. One of the less known Gixxers was the 250, produced for the Japanese domestic market only and launched in 1987.
Available in both fully-faired and half-faired versions (1987 only), the little 304lb (dry) four-stroke produced 45 horsepower at 14,500 rpm. The two barrel carb was changed to a four barrel downdraft carb in 1989 and it also got a new welded aluminium twin tube frame, strengthened forks, and stronger swingarm. This new model got a slight redesign and a “R” designation was added to its name, separating itself from the previous version which was still available.
Also released in ’89 was the Sports Production model. Sporting a single seat and a fully adjustable suspension, the blue and white SP also came outfitted with a slingshot carb and SCAI (Suzuki Condensed Air Intake). Production ended the following year in 1990 and Suzuki replaced the model with the similarly named GSX250F Across.
This example is VIN: GJ73A101360. The seller acquired it from Japan 12 years ago and states, “I wanted to complete the 250cc four cylinder by manufacturer collection so this was the last one.”
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 250 kilometers (155 miles). The odometer shows 6,523 kilometers (4,053 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us clean and sync the carbs, repair the horn, clean, lube, and adjust the drive chain, and flush the hydraulic system.
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD, LESS THAN 1.25% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NEW, LESS THAN 1.25% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: GOOD
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 46/19
Tire Date Code Rear: 01/20
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90%
Tire Press. Front: 27 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 30 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.8V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.8V
Running Condition: Ok
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 3.10 Miles, unit operates as designed
Notes:
Cosmetic Imperfections:
-Cracks at upper fairing, at mirror mounts
-Crack at LH tail section
-Broken tabs at LH tail section
Modifications:
Aftermarket mirrors.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Shinko 006RR tires with date codes of 4619 and 0120.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Suzuki is offered on a clean Ohio title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any GSX-R250 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
