Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
249cc Oil-Cooled (SOCS) Single SOHC 4-Valve (Faired Oil-Cooled Sport) · Source: Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 (2019–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 (2019–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2019–Present Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 (chassis 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: ~414 km (257 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) · 161 kg (355 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 12 L (3.2 US gal) · ~34.5 km/L → ~414 km (257 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
Debuted Suzuki’s modern SOCS oil-jacket cooling system in a 161 kg clip-on sport chassis with radial 17-inch tires.
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.