1980 Suzuki RM250T
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1980 Suzuki RM250T, 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.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Two-stroke, water-cooled, single-cylinder |
| Displacement | 249 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 67.0 × 70.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Maximum Power | ~38 hp |
| Maximum Torque | ~31 Nm |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM38SS |
| Lubrication | Premix |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | 20:1 |
| Ignition | Suzuki PEI (CDI) |
| Spark Plug | NGK B8EGV |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.5 - 0.8 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed constant mesh |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 2.652 |
| Final Reduction | 3.769 |
| Overall Reduction | 9.99 |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2180 mm |
| Overall Width | 815 mm |
| Overall Height | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1480 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 365 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 8.5 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Steel cradle |
| Caster Angle | 62°80' |
| Trail | 113 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic, adjustable |
| Rear Suspension | Full floater, adjustable |
| Front Suspension Travel | 320 mm |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 330 mm |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 80/100-21 |
| Rear Tire | 110/100-18 |
| Front Brake | Disc |
| Rear Brake | Disc |
250cc Other Specs
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