2014Honda CBR250R

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The 2014 Honda CBR250R is an entry-level sport bike perfectly suited for new riders seeking an affordable, manageable machine. Its lightweight single-cylinder engine delivers accessible performance while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency and reliability. The CBR250R is best known for combining genuine sportbike styling with forgiving handling characteristics and low operating costs.

Capacity: 249.6 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 165.0 kg
Seat height: 775 mm
Power: 34.9 HP (25.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2014 Honda CBR250R

vs the 2013

Spec	2013	2014
Power	32.4 HP (23.8 kW) @ 10500 RPM	34.9 HP (25.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM
Torque	—	22.9 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.9 ft.lbs)
Wet weight	161.9 kg (356.9 pounds)	165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Front brakes	Single disc	Single disc. ABS.
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. ABS.

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering65%

City riding80%

Daily riding78%

Touring35%

Two-up35%

Track40%

Best for: It's designed primarily as an entry-level sportbike for commuting, learning, and light weekend fun rather than outright performance.
Built for: The CBR250R has a friendly, approachable personality, offering sporty styling with gentle, predictable single-cylinder power delivery.
Not ideal for: It's not for experienced riders seeking strong highway performance, high-speed touring comfort, or serious track-day thrills.

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Units

At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Honda CBR250R, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 249.6 ccm
Power: 34.9 HP (25.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 71 CO2 g/km
Torque: 22.9 Nm (2.3 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.10 litres/100 km (32.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2115 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression: 10.7:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced pressure and wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiplate with coil springs

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1369 mm
Overall length: 2035 mm
Overall width: 720 mm
Seat height: 775 mm
Wet weight: 165.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel
Front suspension: 37mm fork
Rear suspension: Pro-Link single shock with five positions of spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel: 118 mm
Rear wheel travel: 103 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 99 mm