Suzuki TU250X User Manual

CHASSIS 8-59
TIRE AND WHEEL
TIRE REMOVAL
Tube tires are used for this motorcycle. When removing or
installing the tire, be careful not to damage the tube.
For operating procedures, refer to the instructions supplied by
the tire changer manufacturer.
NOTE:
When removing the tire in the case of repair or inspection, mark
the tire with a chalk to indicate the tire position relative to the
valve position.
Even though the tire is refitted to the original position after
repairing puncture, the tire may have to be balanced again since
such a repair can cause imbalance.
INSPECTION
WHEEL
Wipe the wheel clean and check for the following:
• Distortion and crack
• Any flaws and scratches at the bead seating area
• Wheel rim runout (2-19)
TIRE
Tire must be checked for the following points:
• Nick and rupture on side wall
• Tire tread depth (2-19)
• Tread separation
• Abnormal, uneven wear on tread
• Surface damage on bead
• Localized tread wear due to skidding (Flat spot)
• Abnormal condition of inner liner
TUBE
• Inspect the tube after the tire is removed from the rim.
• If the tube has abnormality, replace the tube with a new one.

Suzuki TU250X Specifications

General

Displacement	249 cc
Bore x Stroke	72.0 mm x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Starter	Electric
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Brakes	Drum brake
Front Tire	90/90-18 M/C 51S, tube type
Rear Tire	110/90-18 M/C 61S, tube type
Overall Length	2070 mm (81.5 in.)
Overall Width	750 mm (29.5 in.)
Overall Height	1075 mm (42.3 in.)
Seat Height	770 mm (30.3 in.)
Ground Clearance	165 mm (6.5 in.)
Wheelbase	1375 mm (54.1 in.)
Curb Weight	148 kg (326 lbs.)
Engine Type	4-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC
Front Brakes	Single disc
Fuel Capacity	12 L (3.2 US gal.)