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2008Jawa-CZ 250 Travel

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The 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel is a classic two-stroke twin for riders who want simple, traditional motorcycling. Its 234cc air-cooled parallel twin makes 17.4 hp, with an 820 mm seat and a 120 km/h top speed.

Capacity
233.9 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
139.0 kg
Seat height
820 mm
Power
17.4 HP (12.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM
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Other years 2008 2009

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 24Agility 54Comfort 50Off-road 30Touring 45Road manners 45
Off-road & trail30%
Cornering40%
City riding55%
Daily riding55%
Touring45%
Two-up30%
Track10%
Best for
Best suited for gentle commuting, learning, and light leisure riding rather than any form of high-performance use.
Built for
A modest, old-school air-cooled twin with unhurried performance and simple, low-stress mechanicals.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for riders wanting strong acceleration, sustained high-speed touring, or serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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
233.9 ccm
Power
17.4 HP (12.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
17.3 Nm (1.8 kgf-m)
Engine type
Parallel Twin
Power/weight ratio
0.1252 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
53.0 x 53.0 mm
Compression
9.2:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Performance
Top speed
120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1350 mm
Seat height
820 mm
Dry weight
139.0 kg
Fuel capacity
17.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic forks 150 mm
Rear suspension
Hydraulic telescopic 80 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
320 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
160 mm
Front tyre
3.25-18
Rear tyre
3.50-18

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 20082009
Capacity 234 cc 234 cc
Dry weight 139 kg 139 kg
Seat height 820 mm 820 mm
Fuel capacity 17 L 17 L

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 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel?

The 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel has a Capacity of 233.9 ccm (14.27 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Jawa-CZ 250 Travel have?

The 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel has a Power of 17.4 HP (12.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM.

How many gears does the Jawa-CZ 250 Travel have?

The 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Jawa-CZ 250 Travel?

The 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel has a Torque of 17.3 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 12.8 ft.lbs).

How much does the Jawa-CZ 250 Travel weigh?

The 2008 Jawa-CZ 250 Travel has a Dry weight of 139.0 kg (306.4 pounds).

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