2005 Suzuki GZ250 review from United States of America

I had to replace the battery.

I have had owned this bike since early April, and have put around 4K miles on her. I put on a new rear tire when I got it and had to replace the battery, but other than that, it's ready to go every day.

I do ride every day to work (32 mile round trip) rain, shine, cold or warm. I also ride every day off, so she gets no time to set around and get gummed up.

The road to my job is part 2 lane and part 4 lane, but all 55 mph speed limit. I never feel under gunned on this scooter. I'll even get it out on the interstate for short trips if the wind's not bad.

A head wind will make the bike's little engine fall short. Still, if I know the wind's going to be bad, I'll take the windshield off and just tuck low and I can do OK. In all honesty, she'll do 70, but it's a strain. Going along 55 - 60ish though is just what the bike likes.

I have added the little tassel lever covers, a nice big windshield, sissy bar and saddle bags. The bike looks great and I get compliments on it from riders and non riders alike. Heck, I even got the nod from a Hells Angel (at Starbucks, no less) so that's good enough for me! It looks good and is a hoot to ride.

The bad.. the seat can get a little uncomfortable rather quickly especially in hot weather, and it's a little cold natured. It likes a lot of choke and won't really idle dependably until it's really good and warmed up.

Sum total: I love it. Since April, I've only taken my car to work 2 days. Riding this 250 is a highlight of most of my work days.