Like its namesake, Mt Ozark in Arkansas, the LT-F250 is rugged yet accessible, and a completely enjoyable experience for everyone. Packaged in an aggressive and stylish manner, the Ozark is loaded for work or play and competitively priced.
The Ozark utilizes a single-cylinder OHC design with a bore and stroke of 66.0 mm x 72.0mm creating a full 246cc of power. A centrifugal automatic clutch works in conjunction with a wide-ratio five-speed transmission, a convenient reverse gear and a low maintenance shaft drive system.
Air cooling and a wet sump oiling system keep the Ozark simple and lightweight while an electronic CDI ignition and automatic cam chain tensioner continue the low-maintenance theme. Suzuki's start-in-gear system allows for easy restarts in any gear and a single 29mm carburetor, large-capacity air box and tuned
exhaust system help the little 246cc engine breathe.
Anchoring the Ozark is a steel-tube frame with a 44.9 inch (1140mm) wheelbase, and 8.3 inches (210mm) of ground clearance. It was designed for minimal weight and maximum strength. Front suspension consists of an independent double-wishbone, coil-over-dual shock arrangement that delivers a full 5.5 inches
(140mm) of wheel travel. A single-shock swingarm rear suspension also provides 5.5 inches (140mm) of wheel travel.
The Ozark has a comfortable, well-padded and contoured seat that's 30.9 inches (785mm) from the ground. Integrated bodywork with flared fenders, built in mud-guards, full floorboards and a large four-liter storage box underneath the seat come standard. Fuel capacity is a generous 10.6 liters (2.8 gallons) and includes
2.6 liters (0.7 gallons) of reserve capacity actuated via a vacuum-operated petcock.
Durable steel wheels are mounted and braking duties are handled by dual 6.3 inch (160mm) discs with single-piston calipers up front. A cable-operated drum brake stops things at the rear.
Unlike many would-be competitors, the Ozark boasts dual multi-reflector halogen headlights, a generator system producing 170mm watts of power, as well as a DC power outlet. Steel-tube racks are mounted front and rear, plus a trailer hitch is standard equipment.
The 2006 LT-F250 Ozark, ready for fun when the work is done.
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