Suzuki Gixxer 250 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
249cc Oil-Cooled (SOCS) Single SOHC 4-Valve (156 kg Street Roadster) · Source: Suzuki Gixxer 250 (2020–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Suzuki Gixxer 250 (2020–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–Present Suzuki Gixxer 250 (chassis ED22N/ED22B) requires 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SJ/SL/SM) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.3 L (1.37 US qt) with filter service (16510-33G10 / HF131). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/70 R17 M/C 54H) and 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI rear (150/60 R17 M/C 66H), paired with 1× NGK MR8E-9 / CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt)
R 225 kPa (2.25 bar)
Est. Range: ~420 km (261 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 · JASO MA2 · API SJ/SL/SM |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.3 L (1.37 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.6 L (1.69 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16510-33G10 / HF131 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 21 N·m (15.5 lb-ft / 2.14 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 110/70 R17 M/C 54H · Rear: 150/60 R17 M/C 66H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK MR8E-9 / CR8E × 1 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS (12V 6.0–8.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed O/X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lube every 800–1,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Suzuki Oil Cooling System SOCS (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 249 cc · 26.5 hp @ 9,300 rpm · 22.2 N·m (16.4 lb-ft) @ 7,300 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 800 mm (31.5 in) · 156 kg (344 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 12 L (3.2 US gal) · ~35 km/L → ~420 km (261 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 5,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 12,000 km / 10,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 12,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Unfaired 156 kg naked counterpart to the Gixxer SF 250 where simple 1.3 L oil changes refresh both engine lubrication and SOCS cooling.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Suzuki 125–250cc lightweight manual-clutch platform (GSX-R/S125, V-Strom 250SX, TU250X) running SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 oil.