Suzuki GSR250S / GSR250F — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
248cc Liquid-Cooled 180° Parallel-Twin SOHC 4-Valve (Faired Commuter Tourer) · Source: Suzuki GSR250S / GSR250F (2014–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Suzuki GSR250S / GSR250F (2014–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2014–2017 Suzuki GSR250S / GSR250F (chassis GJ55D) requires 2.1 L (2.22 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SJ/SL/SM) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) with filter service (16510-07J00 / HF138). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI front (110/80-17 M/C 57H) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (140/70-17 M/C 66H), paired with 2× NGK CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 2.1 L (2.22 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~377 km (234 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: 2.1 L (2.22 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 2.6 L (2.75 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16510-07J00 / HF138 |
| 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 | 23 N·m (17.0 lb-ft / 2.35 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 110/80-17 M/C 57H · Rear: 140/70-17 M/C 66H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR8E × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX9-BS (12V 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 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 248 cc · 24 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 22 N·m (16.2 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 780 mm (30.7 in) · 189 kg (417 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13 L (3.4 US gal) · ~29 km/L → ~377 km (234 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
Half-faired (GSR250S) and full-faired (GSR250F / GW250F) highway-touring variants of the smooth 248cc twin using M20×1.0 filter HF138.
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.