2000 Aprilia RS 250 vs 1992 Suzuki RGV 250

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2000 Aprilia RS 250

Engine

Two stroke, 90° V twin-cylinder, with laminar suction and exhaust valve. Separate lubrication with variable automatic mixer

Power

52.9 kW / 72.5 hp @ 11900 rpm

Top Speed

209.5 km/h / 130.2 mph

Weight

167 kg / 368 lbs

1992 Suzuki RGV 250

Sport

Engine

Two stroke, 90° V- twin, reed valve

Power

45.5 kW / 61 hp @ 11000 rpm

Top Speed

205.4 km/h / 127.6 mph

Weight

161 kg / 355 lbs

Full Specifications

Differs Same

General
Year	-	1992
Model	-	Suzuki RGV 250
Make Model	Aprilia RS 250	-
Dimensions
Seat Height	810 mm / 31.9 in	755 mm / 29.7 in
Wheelbase	1370 mm / 53.9 in	1375 mm / 54.1 in
Ground Clearance	135 mm / 5.3 in	120 mm / 4.7 in
Height	1080 mm / 42.5 in	1065 mm / 41.9 in
Length	1880 mm / 74.0 in	2015 mm / 79.3 in
Turning Circle	4.09 m / 13.4 ft	3.1 m / 10.2 ft
Width	690 mm / 27.2 in	695 mm / 27.4 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight	141 kg / 309 lbs	-
Fuel Capacity	16.5 Litres / 4.4 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Oil Capacity	-	1.1 Litres / 12 US qt / 1.0 Imp qt
Wet Weight	167 kg / 368 lbs	161 kg / 355 lbs
Performance
Top Speed	209.5 km/h / 130.2 mph	205.4 km/h / 127.6 mph
Braking (100 km/h - 0)	36.8 m / 120.7 ft	36.0 m / 118 ft
Braking (60 km/h - 0)	12.9 m / 42.3 ft	12.4 m / 40.7 ft
Max Power	52.9 kW / 72.5 hp @ 11900 rpm	45.5 kW / 61 hp @ 11000 rpm
Max Power - Rear Tyre	47.2 kW / 64.3 hp @ 10400 rpm	43.3 kW / 58 hp @ 11000rpm
Max Torque	40 Nm / 4.08 kgf-m / 29.5 lb/ft @ 10750 rpm	40 Nm / 4.1 kgf-m / 29.5 lb-ft @ 8000 rpm
Standing Start ¼ Mile	12.50 sec / 172.5 km/h / 107.2 mph	12.5 sec / 167.8 km/ / 104.3 mph
Engine
Displacement	249 cc / 15.2 cu in	249 cc / 15.2 cu in
Engine Detail	Two stroke, 90° V twin-cylinder, with laminar suction and exhaust valve. Separate lubrication with variable automatic mixer	Two stroke, 90° V- twin, reed valve
Air Filter	Polyurethane filter element	-
Bore x Stroke	56 x 50.6 mm	56 x 50.6 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0:1 (+/- 0.7)	7.3 :1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled	Liquid cooled
Fuel Consumption	-	8.0 L/100 km / 12.5 km/l / 29.4 US mpg / 35.3 Imp mpg
Fuel Induction	2 x Ø34 mm Mikuni 34 SS flat side carburetors	2 x Mikuni TM34SS semi-flat carburetors
Fuel Reserve	3.5 Litres / 0.9 US gal	-
Fuel Type	Lead-free petrol, R.O.N. minimum 95	-
Ignition	CDI	Pointless Electrical Ignition
Lubrication	Oil pump with separate circuit	-
Spark Plug	-	NGK BR9ES
Starter	Kick	Kick
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity	12V 4Ah	12V, 5Ah
Drivetrain
Clutch	Oil bath, multiple-disc, with lever control on handlebars	Wet, multi-plate
Final Drive	Chain, sealed, jointless, DID 520 V6	Chain, DID520V2, 114 links
Final Drive Ratio	14:42 (1:3.0)	-
Gear Ratios	1st 11:27 (1:2.454) / 2nd 16:26 (1:1.625) / 3rd 17:21 (1:1.235) / 4th 22:23 (1:1.045) / 5th 24:22 (1:0.916) / 6th 25:21 (1:0.840)	1st 2.454 (27/11) / 2nd 1.625 (26/16) / 3rd 1.235 (21/17) / 4th 1.045 (23/22) / 5th 0.916 (22/24) / 6th 0.840 (21/25)
Gear Shift Pattern	With pedal (L), 1st low, other 5 high	-
Primary Drive Ratios	23:59 (1:2.565)	2.565 (59/23)
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed, direct drive	6 Speed, constant mesh
Chassis
Frame Type	-	Twin spar, aluminium
Suspension - Front	ø40 mm Inverted fork with adjustable rebound and compression damping.	USD telescopic fork, 5-way adjustable with anti-dive, oil dampened
Suspension - Rear	Magnesium alloy swingarm. Monoshock with resevoir, adjustable extension, compression and spring preloading.	Full Floater, mono-shock, gas/oil damped, 7-way adjustable
Lean Angle	-	58°
Rake	25°	25o
Trail	-	94 mm / 3.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front	120 mm / 4.7 in	120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear	130 mm / 5.1 in	140 mm / 5.5 in
Maintenance
2-Stroke Engine Oil	IP MAX 2T COMPETITION, or any high-quality oil meeting the ISO-L-ETC++ or API TC++ specifications	-
Gearbox Oil Specification	IP FC, SAE 75W-90, or any high-quality oil meeting the API GL-4 specification	-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front	2 x Ø298 mm discs, 4 piston calipers	2 x 300 mm Discs ,4 piston calipers
Brakes - Rear	Single Ø220 mm disc, 2 piston caliper	Single 210 mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Tyres - Front	120/60-17	110/70-17
Tyres - Rear	150/60-17	140/60-18
Wheels - Front	3.50 x 17	-
Wheels - Rear	4.50 x 17	-

Verdict

Winner on specs

1992 Suzuki RGV 250

The 1992 Suzuki RGV 250 edges out the 2000 Aprilia RS 250 thanks to its lower seat height and higher rear wheel travel. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2000 Aprilia RS 250 - Advantages

More ground clearance: 135 mm vs 120 mm - better clearance over rocks and obstacles.

1992 Suzuki RGV 250 - Advantages

Lower seat height: 755 mm vs 810 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.
More rear wheel travel: 140 mm vs 130 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.

2000 Aprilia RS 250 vs 1992 Suzuki RGV 250 - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2000 Aprilia RS 250 and 1992 Suzuki RGV 250?

The 2000 Aprilia RS 250 uses Two stroke, 90° V twin-cylinder, with laminar suction and exhaust valve. Separate lubrication with variable automatic mixer, while the 1992 Suzuki RGV 250 is powered by Two stroke, 90° V- twin, reed valve.

Which is lighter, the 2000 Aprilia RS 250 or the 1992 Suzuki RGV 250?

The 1992 Suzuki RGV 250 is lighter at 161 kg compared to 167 kg for the 2000 Aprilia RS 250 - a difference of 6 kg. This is a small difference unlikely to be a deciding factor in everyday riding.

Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2000 Aprilia RS 250 or the 1992 Suzuki RGV 250?

The 1992 Suzuki RGV 250 has the lower seat at 755 mm, making it more accessible. The 2000 Aprilia RS 250 sits higher at 810 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.

Which should I buy, the 2000 Aprilia RS 250 or the 1992 Suzuki RGV 250?

Both are strong choices. The 2000 Aprilia RS 250 has the edge in greater ground clearance, while the 1992 Suzuki RGV 250 stands out for lower seat height and higher rear wheel travel. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.

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