Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Yamaha's answer to Suzuki's GT250 X7 was the liquid cooled version of the RD250. But how do the two strokers stack up in the latest of our 3Phils motorcycle shootouts?
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Credits and links:
Yamaha RD250. First run of the Spring. Pioneer run P2 - dave xs
youtube.com/watch?v=FZxrUppmiFw
Kawasaki kh250 higgspeeds - Mike Woodward
youtube.com/watch?v=G5QjHzwHD0w
SUZUKI GT250 FOR SALE: Walkaround - Vintage-Motorcycles
youtube.com/watch?v=ZCebvZE1NN4
Suzuki GT250 X7 ( 1979 ) - David Brown
youtube.com/watch?v=JUfvP3S54-c
Suzuki GT250 X7 - Vintage-Motorcycles
youtube.com/watch?v=vtbCvlf9o9U
Yamaha rd250lc - John Hay
youtube.com/watch?v=trWWj7p-YdE
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: The 250cc Rivalry
00:45 - History: Suzuki GT250X7 vs Yamaha RD250LC
01:33 - The Methodology: How We Compare
02:33 - Stat 1: Number of Years Produced
02:59 - Stat 2: Top Speed Comparison
03:18 - Stat 3: Horsepower (BHP)
03:42 - Stat 4: Dry Weight
04:02 - Stat 5: Original Price (1980)
04:27 - Stat 6: The Wobbly Factor (Wow Factor)
05:16 - Rarity: How Many are Left on UK Roads?
06:25 - Value: Current Auction Prices
07:14 - Final Results: Which One Wins? 07:56 - What Do You Think?
#RD250LC #GT250X7 #YamahaRD250LC #SuzukiGT250X7 #2Stroke #ClassicMotorcycles #VintageBikes #MotorcycleComparison #80sBikes #StinkWheels #3Phils #MotorbikeRestoration #UKMotorcycles#motorcycling #oldmotorcycle
Yamaha's answer to Suzuki's GT250 X7 was the liquid cooled version of the RD250. But how do the two strokers stack up in the latest of our 3Phils motorcycle shootouts?
Support 3Phils:
Subscribe for more classic bike history: youtube.com/@3Phils
Join our Channel Membership: youtube.com/channel/UCZwqIv_kZu7FoKb_wqePPdw/join
Super Thanks: If you enjoyed the video, look for the 'Thanks' button under the player!
Send me a tip via Buy Me A Coffee:
buymeacoffee.com/3Phils
3Phils Beard Balm: Grab a pocket-sized tin here: etsy.com/uk/listing/1856690170/sandalwood-scented-beard-balm-handmade?sr_prefetch=1&pf_from=shop_home&ref=shop_home_active_3&logging_key=08357274ecafbf6dba49d988f524754db4162d39%3A1856690170
Let's Connect:
What was in your school bike shed back in the day? Let us know in the comments!
Credits and links:
Yamaha RD250. First run of the Spring. Pioneer run P2 - dave xs
youtube.com/watch?v=FZxrUppmiFw
Kawasaki kh250 higgspeeds - Mike Woodward
youtube.com/watch?v=G5QjHzwHD0w
SUZUKI GT250 FOR SALE: Walkaround - Vintage-Motorcycles
youtube.com/watch?v=ZCebvZE1NN4
Suzuki GT250 X7 ( 1979 ) - David Brown
youtube.com/watch?v=JUfvP3S54-c
Suzuki GT250 X7 - Vintage-Motorcycles
youtube.com/watch?v=vtbCvlf9o9U
Yamaha rd250lc - John Hay
youtube.com/watch?v=trWWj7p-YdE
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: The 250cc Rivalry
00:45 - History: Suzuki GT250X7 vs Yamaha RD250LC
01:33 - The Methodology: How We Compare
02:33 - Stat 1: Number of Years Produced
02:59 - Stat 2: Top Speed Comparison
03:18 - Stat 3: Horsepower (BHP)
03:42 - Stat 4: Dry Weight
04:02 - Stat 5: Original Price (1980)
04:27 - Stat 6: The Wobbly Factor (Wow Factor)
05:16 - Rarity: How Many are Left on UK Roads?
06:25 - Value: Current Auction Prices
07:14 - Final Results: Which One Wins? 07:56 - What Do You Think?
#RD250LC #GT250X7 #YamahaRD250LC #SuzukiGT250X7 #2Stroke #ClassicMotorcycles #VintageBikes #MotorcycleComparison #80sBikes #StinkWheels #3Phils #MotorbikeRestoration #UKMotorcycles#motorcycling #oldmotorcycle
