Naked Motorcycles
2008Honda VTR 250
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The 2008 Honda VTR 250 is a small, friendly V-twin naked bike popular with new riders. Its liquid-cooled 249cc engine makes 32 hp and 24 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. A 780 mm seat, 140 kg dry weight and a 13-litre tank make it a light and economical commuter.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 140.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 32.0 HP (23.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's best suited for commuting, learning, and casual weekend rides rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- The V-twin engine gives it a characterful, torquey feel at low revs despite its small displacement, paired with agile, flickable handling typical of naked bikes.
- Not ideal for
- It's not a good fit for riders seeking high-speed touring capability, passenger comfort, or off-road performance.
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
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 32.0 HP (23.5 kW)
- Torque
- 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2286 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 60.0 x 44.1 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate coil spring
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Overall length
- 2040 mm
- Overall width
- 720 mm
- Overall height
- 1050 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 140.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Diamond
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17 54H
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17 66H
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 | 2002 | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2013 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 140 kg | 140 kg | 140 kg | 140 kg | 161 kg | 161 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 725 mm | 725 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 12 L | 12 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 VTR 250?
The 2008 Honda VTR 250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VTR 250 have?
The 2008 Honda VTR 250 has a Power of 32.0 HP (23.5 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VTR 250 have?
The 2008 Honda VTR 250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VTR 250?
The 2008 Honda VTR 250 has a Torque of 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Honda VTR 250 weigh?
The 2008 Honda VTR 250 has a Dry weight of 140.0 kg (308.6 pounds).
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