Suzuki TC250 ”Scrambler”
1967—1968

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Suzuki offered a scrambler version of its popular T20 (also called Super-Six or X-6 Hustler) in the late sixties. The picture above sows the rare American version with different fuel tank and seat.

In 1967, Suzuki launched its first scrambler models, the TC200 and TC250. Both were street scramblers based on road sports models. They were equipped with an up-muffler, an up-handle with a bridge, block-patterned tires, and foldable steps, which could be said to be the basics of a scrambler. On its official website Suzuki tells that the Scrambler TC250 is a derived model of the 250TB. It pairs the 2-stroke 2-cylinder aluminum engine from the T250, which generates maximum horsepower of 30.5 PS, with a lightweight and robust double cradle pipe frame. It was engineered for off-road riding with features such as a large sprocket to enhance performance at low rpms and a large 3.5-inch-wide block rear tire. It is well-equipped as a scrambler style model and includes features such as a muffler positioned high up on the side of the body, handlebars with a bridge, and a foldable main foot step. A top speed of 150 km/h also provides ample performance for touring. The Japanese version, for the domestic customers, had painted fuel tank, while the US export model had chrome plated tank, similar to the T20. Suzuki TC250 was manufacyured only in 1967 and 1968. It was still available in some countries in 1969. There were no changes made for the model during its lifespan.

1967 Suzuki TC250. Blue/Silver (Japan)

1967 Suzuki TC250 Scrambler (Japan) Overall Length: 1 970 mm (77.6 in) Overall Height: 1 040 mm (41.0 in) Overall Width: 765 mm (30.1 in) Wheelbase: 1 285 mm (50.6 in) Ground Clearance: 160 mm (6.3 in) Dry Weight: 151 kg (333 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 247 cc aluminum parallel twin 2-stroke. 30.5 hp (22.4 kW) • 7 500 rpm, 27,6 Nm (2.82 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm. Top Speed: 145 kph (90 mph) Click on the image for larger format.

1967 Suzuki TC 250/ X-6 Scrambler Overall Length: 1 950 mm (76.8 in) Overall Height: 1030 mm (40.6 in) Overall Width: 782 mm (30.8 in) Wheelbase: 1 280 mm (50.4 in) Ground Clearance: 175 mm (6.9 in) Dry Weight: 131 kg (289 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 247 cc aluminum parallel twin 2-stroke. 29 hp (21.3 kW) • 7 500 rpm, 27,5 Nm (2.8 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm. Top Speed: 145 kph (90 mph) Click on the image for larger format.

1967 Suzuki TC 250/ X-6 Scrambler Overall Length: 1 950 mm (76.8 in) Overall Height: 1030 mm (40.6 in) Overall Width: 782 mm (30.8 in) Wheelbase: 1 280 mm (50.4 in) Ground Clearance: 175 mm (6.9 in) Dry Weight: 131 kg (289 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 247 cc aluminum parallel twin 2-stroke. 29 hp (21.3 kW) • 7 500 rpm, 27,5 Nm (2.8 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm. Top Speed: 145 kph (90 mph) Click on the image for larger format.

1968 Suzuki TC250 Scrambler Overall Length: 1 982 mm (78.0 in) Overall Height: 1 040 mm (41.0 in) Overall Width: 782 mm (30.8 in) Wheelbase: 1 280 mm (50.4 in) Ground Clearance: 175 mm (6.9 in) Dry Weight: 140 kg (314 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 247 cc aluminum parallel twin 2-stroke. 30.5 hp (22.4 kW) • 7 500 rpm, 27,5 Nm (2.8 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm. Top Speed: 145 kph (90 mph) Click on the image for larger format.

1968 Suzuki TC 250/ X-6 Scrambler Overall Length: 1 950 mm (76.8 in) Overall Height: 1030 mm (40.6 in) Overall Width: 782 mm (30.8 in) Wheelbase: 1 280 mm (50.4 in) Ground Clearance: 175 mm (6.9 in) Dry Weight: 131 kg (289 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 247 cc aluminum parallel twin 2-stroke. 29 hp (21.3 kW) • 7 500 rpm, 27,5 Nm (2.8 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm. Top Speed: 145 kph (90 mph) Click on the image for larger format.

1967–1968 Suzuki TC250 Scrambler specifications (Japan) Overall Length: 1 970 mm (77.6 in) Overall Height: 1 040 mm (41.0 in) Overall Width: 765 mm (30.1 in) Wheelbase: 1 285 mm (50.6 in) Ground Clearance: 160 mm (6.3 in) Dry Weight: 151 kg (333 lbs) Engine model: T20 Engine type : Air-cooled 2-cylinder 2-stroke, rotary disc valve Cylinder volume: 247 cc (15.07 cu in.) Bore x stroke: 54.0 x 54.0 mm (2.126 x 2.126 in) Compression ratio: 7.8 Starting system: Kick Ignition system: Magneto ignition Carburetor: VM24SC x 2 Clutch: Wet multi-plate Maximum power output: 30.5 hp (22.4 kW) @ 7 500 rpm Maximum torque: 27.6 Nm (2.82 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Claimed top speed: 150 km/h (93.2 mph) Lubrication system: CCI (separate lubrication) Lubrication oil capacity: 2.3 liter Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.0 liter Fuel economy: 40 km/l (40 km/h) Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh, return type 1st gear ratio: 2.570 2nd gear ratio: 1.740 3rd gear ratio: 1.270 4th gear ratio: 1.040 5th gear ratio: 0.890 6th gear ratio: 0.790 Primary reduction ratio: 2.680 Secondary reduction ratio: 3.140 Frame type: Double cradle, steel pipe Front suspension: Oil-damped telescopic fork Rear suspesion: Oil-damped dual-shock Caster: 27°00′ Trail: 73.8 mm (2.91 in) Steering angle (left to right): 45° Mimimum turning radius: 2.0 m (6.56 feet) Front brake: drum Rear brake: drum Front Tyre: 3.00-18 4PR Rear Tyre: 3.50-18 4PR Retail price in Japan: 189,000 Yen

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