Cruisers
1983Cagiva SX 250
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The 1983 Cagiva SX 250 is a lightweight custom cruiser built around a modest 243cc single-cylinder engine producing 17 horsepower. Ideal for novice and budget-conscious riders, it combines easy handling with practical air-cooled simplicity and a five-speed transmission. Best known for affordable entry-level cruiser styling with genuine Italian character.
- Capacity
- 243.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 141.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 17.0 HP
What’s new for the 1983 Cagiva SX 250
vs the 1982| Spec | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 243.00 ccm (14.83 cubic inches) | 243.0 ccm (14.83 cubic inches) |
| Power | 17.00 HP | 17.0 HP |
| Fuel capacity | 10.50 litres (2.77 gallons) | 10.50 litres (2.77 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's best suited as a light, simple runabout for short trips rather than any serious performance or long-distance role, despite its cruiser-style category label mismatched to its enduro-like tires and drum brakes.
- Built for
- Expect a buzzy, characterful two-stroke feel with a narrow power band and old-school drum brakes demanding an unhurried, relaxed riding style.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for riders wanting speed, highway touring comfort, or modern braking and suspension performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 243.0 ccm
- Power
- 17.0 HP
- Engine type
- Single single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1206 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 59.6 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 243.00 ccm (14.83 cubic inches) | 243.00 ccm (14.83 cubic inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.50 litres (2.77 gallons) | 10.50 litres (2.77 gallons) |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Cagiva SX 250?
The 1983 Cagiva SX 250 has a Capacity of 243.0 ccm (14.83 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Cagiva SX 250 have?
The 1983 Cagiva SX 250 has a Power of 17.0 HP.
How many gears does the Cagiva SX 250 have?
The 1983 Cagiva SX 250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Cagiva SX 250 weigh?
The 1983 Cagiva SX 250 has a Wet weight of 141.0 kg (310.9 pounds).
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