Naked Motorcycles
2023Janus Gryffin 250
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The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 is a hand-built Indiana scrambler, not a Jawa 350. An air-cooled 229 cc OHV single (67 × 65 mm, 9.2:1) with a 30 mm slide carb makes 14 hp at 7,000 rpm and 16 Nm at 5,500 rpm, through a 5-speed and chain. DOM steel cradle, leading-link forks with dual progressive shocks, twin rear shocks, 18-inch spoked wheels and dual-sport tyres. Dry weight 121 kg, seat 838 mm, tank 7.6 litres, about 70 mph and 70 mpg on paper.
- Capacity
- 229.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 121.0 kg
- Seat height
- 838 mm
- Power
- 14.0 HP @ 7000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for everyday road riding - commuting, errands and weekend rides - with an upright, unfaired riding position.
- Built for
- A naked bike from Janus with a 229cc engine; its character is easy-going and economical, with 14 hp on tap.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for long motorway journeys at speed or for off-road riding.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 229.0 ccm
- Power
- 14.0 HP @ 7000 RPM
- Torque
- 16.0 Nm (1.6 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.40 litres/100 km (29.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1157 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 65.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 112.7 km/h (70.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 838 mm
- Dry weight
- 121.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.60 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- DOM steel cradle
- Front suspension
- Leading-link fork, dual progressive shocks
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks
Brakes & wheels
- Front Wheel
- 18.0 in
- Rear Wheel
- 18.0 in
Other
- Comments
- Hand-built in Goshen, Indiana.
- Comments
- Produced in India.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 229 cc | 229 cc |
| Dry weight | 121 kg | 121 kg |
| Seat height | 838 mm | 838 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.6 L | 7.6 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 Janus Gryffin 250?
The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Capacity of 229.0 ccm (13.97 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Janus Gryffin 250 have?
The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Power of 14.0 HP @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the Janus Gryffin 250 have?
The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Janus Gryffin 250?
The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Torque of 16.0 Nm (1.6 kgf-m or 11.8 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the Janus Gryffin 250 weigh?
The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Dry weight of 121.0 kg (266.8 pounds).
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