Cruisers

1998Honda CMX 250 Rebel

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The 1998 Honda CMX 250 Rebel is an approachable cruiser designed for new and smaller riders seeking a manageable custom motorcycle. Its lightweight 143 kg frame, low 675 mm seat height, and modest 234cc air-cooled twin engine deliver easy handling and confidence-building performance. Best known for accessibility and authentic cruiser styling, it remains popular with beginners and riders preferring relaxed, upright riding positions.

Capacity: 234.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 143.0 kg
Seat height: 675 mm
Power: 17.4 HP (12.8 kW)

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What’s new for the 1998 Honda CMX 250 Rebel

vs the 1997

Spec	1997	1998
Power	18.5 HP (13.6 kW) @ 8250 RPM	17.4 HP (12.8 kW)
Torque	19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 14.0 ft.lbs)	17.3 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 12.8 ft.lbs)
Dry weight	141.0 kg (310.9 pounds)	143.0 kg (315.3 pounds)

Other years 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering40%

City riding70%

Daily riding55%

Touring20%

Two-up25%

Track10%

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 675mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1998 Honda CMX 250 Rebel, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright 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: 234.0 ccm
Power: 17.4 HP (12.8 kW)
Torque: 17.3 Nm (1.8 kgf-m)
Engine type: Parallel Twin
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

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