The 2025 Suzuki DR-Z4SM: Fun or Fluff?

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Introduction: A One-Trick Pony?

The 2025 Suzuki DR-Z4SM rides into the spotlight as the ‘friendly supermoto’ everyone seems to be buzzing about. With its A2 licence compliance, it’s like that friend who insists they can whip up a great dinner but only offers you macaroni and cheese. Sure, it’s fun, but let’s dig a bit deeper into what makes this bike tick—or not tick in several cases.

The 2025 Suzuki DR Z4SM Fun or Fluff

Performance: A Soft Touch with No Bite

The DR-Z4SM, powered by a 398cc single-cylinder engine, ticks many boxes for rider friendliness. Think relaxing ride position and the gentlest power delivery this side of a bedtime story. But poke it a bit harder on the A-roads, and you’ll find the engine feeling about as underpowered as a diet soda at a BBQ. With only five gears, you might find yourself revving the daylights out of it just to keep pace when it’s really cruising time.

The 2025 Suzuki DR Z4SM Fun or Fluff

Specs

Engine size 398cc
Engine type Liquid cooled, single cylinder 4 valve
Frame type Steel cradle
Fuel capacity 8.7 litres
Seat height 890mm
Bike weight 154kg
Front suspension 46mm KYB forks adjustable for preload, rebound and compression
Rear suspension KYB shock with adjustable preload, rebound and compression
Front brake Single 270mm disc with Nissin two-piston caliper and switchable ABS
Rear brake 240mm disc with Nissin with single piston caliper and switchable ABS
Front tyre size 120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size 140/60 x 17

Mpg, costs & insurance

Average fuel consumption
Annual road tax £57
Annual service cost
New price £7,999
Used price
Insurance group
Warranty term Three years

Top speed & performance

Max power 38 bhp
Max torque 27.3 ft-lb
Top speed
1/4 mile acceleration
Tank range

Comfort? More Like Discomfort!

Let’s not mince words: the seat feels like you’re sitting on a concrete block. And while the suspension is softer than a marshmallow, it also means longer rides can feel a tad torturous. Taller riders might find themselves wrestling with footpegs that sit up high, adding to that ‘where’s the comfort?’ sensation. Sure, agility and ease of use are off the charts, but once your sit bones start complaining, you might wish you had just made peace with your couch instead.

In conclusion, while the 2025 Suzuki DR-Z4SM presents a fun-filled option for new riders looking to dip their toes into the world of motorcycling, it doesn’t quite hit the sweet spot for extended road use. It’s a trusty steed for the light-hearted, but for the serious biker seeking a no-holds-barred experience, it might just feel like they’re riding in circles.

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Steven H. Cook
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