Cruisers
2003Honda CMX 250 Rebel
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The 2003 Honda CMX 250 Rebel is a small, easy cruiser that has trained generations of new riders. Its air-cooled 234cc parallel twin makes 17.4 hp and 17.3 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. A very low 675 mm seat and 143 kg dry weight make it very approachable.
- Capacity
- 234.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 143.0 kg
- Seat height
- 675 mm
- Power
- 17.4 HP (12.8 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for easy, low-stress cruising around town rather than performance riding or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, approachable cruiser personality that prioritizes confidence-building simplicity over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- It's not suited for experienced riders seeking highway speed, aggressive cornering, or serious two-up touring 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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- Capacity
- 234.0 ccm
- Power
- 17.4 HP (12.8 kW)
- Torque
- 17.3 Nm (1.8 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1217 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 53.0 x 53.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Seat height
- 675 mm
- Dry weight
- 143.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 33mm fork
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 117 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 74 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 32.7°
- Trail
- 161 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 90/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-15
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 | 1996 | 1998 | 2001 | 2003 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 234 cc | 234 cc | 234 cc | 234 cc | 234 cc |
| Dry weight | 141 kg | 143 kg | 143 kg | 143 kg | 139 kg |
| Seat height | 675 mm | 675 mm | 675 mm | 675 mm | 676 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 9.8 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 Honda CMX 250 Rebel?
The 2003 Honda CMX 250 Rebel has a Capacity of 234.0 ccm (14.28 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CMX 250 Rebel have?
The 2003 Honda CMX 250 Rebel has a Power of 17.4 HP (12.8 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CMX 250 Rebel have?
The 2003 Honda CMX 250 Rebel has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CMX 250 Rebel?
The 2003 Honda CMX 250 Rebel has a Torque of 17.3 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 12.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the Honda CMX 250 Rebel weigh?
The 2003 Honda CMX 250 Rebel has a Dry weight of 143.0 kg (315.3 pounds).
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