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The [[Honda]] CB250 (known as the ''[[Nighthawk (motorcycle)|Nighthawk]]'' in the [[United States]]) fits in the 250 cc class of [[motorbike]]s, and has a 234 cc air cooled parallel twin engine.
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{{Motorcycle
|name            = '''Honda Nighthawk 250'''
|photo= Honda-nighthawk-250-2001-2001-0.jpg
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = [[Honda]]
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2001 - 2007
|model_year      =
|predecessor      = [[Honda CM200T]]
|successor        =
|class            = [[Classic]]
|engine          = twin, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 53.0mm x 53.0mm
|compression      = 9.2:1
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque          =
|fuel_system      = carburetor. single 26mm cv
|ignition        = cdi
|spark_plug      ={{sparkplug|NGK CR6HSA}}
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX7L-BS}}
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual <br>
|final_drive= {{chain|520x106}}
|front_sprocket= 14T
|rear_sprocket= 33T
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 31mm fork <br>
Rear: dual rear shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
|brakes          =Front: expanding [[brake]] (drum brake) <br>Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
|front_tire      = {{tire|90/90-18}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|120/90-16}}
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|wheelbase        = 56.3 inches (1430 mm)
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|seat_height      = 29.29 inches (744 mm)
|dry_weight      = 285.94 pounds (129.7 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 130.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 4.3 Gallon (16.27 Liters)
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|recommended_oil= Honda GN4 10W-40
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The '''[[Honda]] Nighthawk 250''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] between 2001 and 2007. 
==Overview==
The [[Honda]] CB250 (known as the ''[[Nighthawk (motorcycle)|Nighthawk]]'' in the United States) fits in the 250 cc class of [[motorbike]]s, and has a 234 cc air cooled parallel twin engine.
It is considered one of the best motorcycles to learn on and is used by most [[Motorcycle Safety Foundation]] (MSF) training courses.
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] twin, four-stroke. A 53.0mm [[bore]] x 53.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 234.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc). 
The engine generates 20 hp (15 kW) and 14 lft·lbf of [[torque]], achieves a top speed of around 80 mph (130 km/h) and has a dual-[[drum brake]] setup (front [[disk brake]] in Australia). It's light (130 kg), maneuverable, inexpensive to buy, economical to run, easy to maintain and attractive.
The engine generates 20 hp (15 kW) and 14 lft·lbf of [[torque]], achieves a top speed of around 80 mph (130 km/h) and has a dual-[[drum brake]] setup (front [[disk brake]] in Australia). It's light (130 kg), maneuverable, inexpensive to buy, economical to run, easy to maintain and attractive.


It is considered one of the best motorcycles to learn on and is used by most [[Motorcycle Safety Foundation]] (MSF) training courses.
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 90/90-18 front [[tire]] and a 120/90-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a  31mm fork while the rear was equipped with a dual rear shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability. The Nighthawk 250 was fitted with a 4.3 Gallon (16.27 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 285.94 pounds (129.7 Kg). The wheelbase was 56.3 inches (1430 mm) long.
 
 
 




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==1993==
==1993==
[[Image:1993_honda_Cb250.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
[[Image:1993_honda_Cb250.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-CB250-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda CB250 Nighthawk in Black]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-CB250-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda CB250 Nighthawk in Black]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-CB250-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda CB250 Nighthawk in Black]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-CB250-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda CB250 Nighthawk in Black]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-Nighthawk-CB250-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Nighthawk 250 in Red]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-Nighthawk-CB250-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Nighthawk 250 in Red]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-Nighthawk-CB250-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Nighthawk 250 in Red]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-Nighthawk-CB250-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Nighthawk 250 in Red]]
[[Image:1993-Honda-Nighthawk-CB250-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Nighthawk 250 in Red]]
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==1995==
==1995==
[[Image:1995_honda_Cb250.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]][[Image:1995-Honda-CB250-Red.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda CB250 in Red]]
[[Image:1995_honda_Cb250.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
[[Image:1995-Honda-CB250-Red.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda CB250 in Red]]
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* Warranty: 1 year
* Warranty: 1 year


==2006==
[[Image:2006-Honda-Nighthawk-250-in-White.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda Nighthawk 250 in White]]
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==2007==
[[Image:2007-Honda-Nighthawk-250-in-Red.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Honda Nighthawk 250 in Red]]
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==2008==
[[Image:2008 Honda Nighthawk 250.jpg|200px|thumb|left|2008 Honda Nighthawk 250]]{{clear}}
==2004 Honda CB250 Nighthawk==
[[File:honda-cb250-2004-2004-0.jpg|600px|2004 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
The 2003 Honda CB250 Nighthawk spells all-rounder convenience and and a great way to get to know the two-wheeler world for beginning riders. Agile and sporting good maneuverability, this quarter-liter machine will easily streak through the slow urban traffic, while being capable of reaching highway speeds, as well. The bike feels compact and reassuring, and it can still carry a passenger, making a great commuter.
Even more, being affordable and cheap to run, the 2003 CB250 twin is a very convenient choice for budget-focused transportation and why not, two-wheeled fun around the town, as well.
==2005 Honda CB250 Nighthawk==
[[File:honda-cb250-2005-2005-0.jpg|600px|2005 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
A great first bike for beginners or as nifty, economical transportation in the urban clutter, the 2004 CB250 Nighthawk will allow riders to enjoy the two-wheeled experience and ease their daily commuting. Affordable, easy and cheap to maintain, the boasts excellent handling, with its low seat being reassuring even for riders with a shorter inseam or ladies. And with room for two on the one-piece seat, practicality is even better.
==2006 Honda CB250 Nighthawk==
[[File:honda-cb250-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
The 2005 CB250 Nighthawk is a great choice as a fist bike: it sports a timeless, classic design, packs enough power to be fun and usable while being non-intimidating, its low seat makes it easily maneuverable at low speed by shorter riders and even ladies and is affordable to buy and maintain.
With a quarter-liter parallel-twin engine packing enough punch for both two-up commuting and highway hauls, the 2005 CB250 Nighthawk can also be a smart and fun way to replace the car or big-bore cruiser in the urban clutter.
==2007 Honda CB250 Nighthawk==
[[File:honda-cb250-2007-2007-0.jpg|600px|2007 Honda CB250 Nighthawk]]
often referred to as a full-size bike for a pint-sized budget, the Honda CB250 Nighthawk is a great commuter for those who are not at all shy of riding a quarter-liter machine. Economical and with exceptional practicality, this bike is a great replacement for the car or 2-liter tourer when traveling to work or running city errands.
Light, maneuverable and slender, the 2006 CB250 Nighthawk is a nifty city slicer, while providing its rider with a rewarding and fun experience. Even more, the small Nighthawk is a very good choice for a first bike: it's easy to ride and confidence-inspiring for both shorter riders and ladies, it's affordable, cheap to maintain and comes with Honda's traditional reliability.
==2009 Honda CB 250 Nighthawk==
[[File:honda-cb250-2009-0.jpg|600px|2009 Honda CB 250 Nighthawk]]
The Honda CB250 Nighthawk features a 234cc air-cooled parallel twin engine. First manufactured in 1982, the motorcycle has changed little except for color availability. The CB250 engine generates 15 kW(20 hp) and 19.6 Nm(14.5 ft-lb) of torque, achieves a top speed of around 130 km/h (80 mph), and employs drum brakes and spoked wheels at front and rear (though front disk brakes and alloy wheels are provided in Australia, U.K. and Japan). The Nighthawk CB250 is essentially a light, maneuverable, inexpensive, economical, and easy to maintain bike. With a dry weight of 130 kg, the bike can achieve 3.4-4.0 L/100km (60 to 70 mpg). The Honda Nighthawk often is used at Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) training courses held at community colleges across the U.S.A. Its smaller size and lower seat make it popular for riders of smaller stature.
==2001 Honda Nighthawk 250==
[[File:honda-nighthawk-250-2001-2001-0.jpg|600px|2001 Honda Nighthawk 250]]
The smallest member of the Nighthawk family, the 250 version is a great first bike, as it packs enough punch to be fun and help new riders hone in their skills better. At the same time, it can also replace the big-bore machines for middle-range commuting and provides an exceptional way to navigate the stuck cross-town traffic.
Affordable and easy to maintain, the 2000 Honda Nighthawk 250 comes with a 5-speed transmission which makes both slow rides and highway hauls easy and effortless. And with room for two, it is the perfect getaway for a weekend outing, as well.
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