Naked Motorcycles
1983Honda CL 250 S
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The 1983 Honda CL 250 S is a naked bike for riders who want straightforward, upright everyday riding. Its 248cc air-cooled single makes 17 hp, with a 145 kg wet weight, an 11.5-litre tank and a 109 km/h top speed.
- Capacity
- 248.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 145.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 6500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's best suited to light commuting, casual cruising, and gentle mixed-surface exploring rather than serious speed or distance work.
- Built for
- It has the charming, simple character of an early-80s air-cooled single: modest power, drum brakes, and a classic scrambler stance that rewards relaxed, unhurried riding.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders wanting strong highway performance, extended two-up touring, or modern braking and comfort standards.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 248.0 ccm
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1172 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 57.8 mm
- Compression
- 9.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 109.0 km/h (67.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wet weight
- 145.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.50 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.00-19
- 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 | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 248 cc | 248 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 11.5 L | 11.5 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 CL 250 S?
The 1983 Honda CL 250 S has a Capacity of 248.0 ccm (15.13 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CL 250 S have?
The 1983 Honda CL 250 S has a Power of 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CL 250 S have?
The 1983 Honda CL 250 S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda CL 250 S weigh?
The 1983 Honda CL 250 S has a Wet weight of 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds).
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