Honda Nighthawk 250 CB250

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Honda Nighthawk 250 CB250
Manufacturer
Production 2008
Class Classic
Engine
air-cooled vertical twin-cylinder,SOHC; two valves per cylinder
Bore / Stroke 53.3mm x 53.3mm
Compression ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System Single 26mm CV carburetor
Transmission Gear box: Chain
Final Drive: O-ring chain
Suspension Front: 31mm fork; 4.8-inch travel
Rear: Dual rear shocks with five-position springability; 3.9-inch travel
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Front Tire 90/100-18
Rear Tire 120/90-16
Wheelbase 56.3 inches (1430 mm)
Seat Height 29.29 inches (744 mm)
Weight 143.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Honda GN4 10W-40
Manuals Service Manual


The Honda Nighthawk 250 CB250 was a air-cooled vertical twin-cylinder,SOHC; two valves per cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by Honda in 2008.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 53.3mm bore x 53.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 234.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a Chain transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 90/100-18 front tire and a 120/90-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 31mm fork; 4.8-inch travel while the rear was equipped with a Dual rear shocks with five-position springability; 3.9-inch travel. The wheelbase was 56.3 inches (1430 mm) long.

2008 Honda Nighthawk 250 CB250[edit | edit source]

2008 Honda Nighthawk 250 CB250

Harking back to the classic quarter-liter bikes of the 70's the Honda Nighthawk 250 offers plenty of features for a beginning rider, but it can still serve as a very efficient commuter for daily rides. The retro design cues are nicely complemented by a modern approach, but the bike remains a classic.

Lightweight and dependable, the 2007 Nighthawk 250 meets small-budget demands and is also cheap to maintain and run, being the ideal alternative to riding your big-bore cruiser or superbike to work.