Sportbikes
1994Honda NSR 250 R
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The 1994 Honda NSR250R is a two-stroke V-twin sports bike with a 249cc engine and a 770 mm seat.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 157.0 kg
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Power
- Not on record
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What’s new for the 1994 Honda NSR 250 R
vs the 1993| Spec | 1993 | 1994 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 45.0 HP (32.8 kW) @ 9500 RPM | not listed |
| Torque | 35.0 Nm (3.6 kgf-m or 25.8 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM | not listed |
| Dry weight | 132.0 kg (291.0 pounds) | not listed |
| Wet weight | 151.0 kg (332.9 pounds) | 157.0 kg (346.1 pounds) |
| Compression | 7.3:1 | 7.4:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a pure sport and track-focused replica, it rewards aggressive riding on twisty roads or circuits far more than commuting or touring.
- Built for
- A screaming, lightweight two-stroke V2 with razor-sharp aluminum-framed handling, it has the raw, visceral character of a road-going grand prix bike.
- Not ideal for
- It is a poor choice for new riders, long-distance touring, passenger comfort, or anyone wanting low-maintenance, easygoing daily transport.
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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Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →53
out of 100Average
The Honda NSR 250 R passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 84.8% of the time, 1.3 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 53% of models.
Bikes first registered in 1994 have 34 tests, too few for their own score, so this covers every year.
84.8%Passed first time
5.9%Failed outright
9.3%Fixed during test
17,000Typical miles
762Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
31
47
46
198719881989
Against its rivals · ranks 2 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gilera Saturno 500 | 64 Good | 208 |
| 2 | Honda NSR 250 R | 53 Average | 762 |
| 3 | Suzuki RGV 250 Gamma | 39 Below average | 2,632 |
| 4 | Kawasaki ZXR 400 | 24 Below average | 14,183 |
| 5 | Honda VFR 400 R | 24 Below average | 15,169 |
| 6 | Kawasaki Ninja 250 | 22 Below average | 365 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine type
- V-Twin, two-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 54.0 x 54.5 mm
- Compression
- 7.4:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- PGM-CDI
- Lubrication system
- Seperate Pump (engine) splash type (transmission)
- Power
- Not on record - add it
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multi-plate, coil spring
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1340 mm
- Overall length
- 1970 mm
- Overall width
- 650 mm
- Overall height
- 1045 mm
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Wet weight
- 157.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum tube type frame
- Front suspension
- 41mm Telescopic air valve semi- adjustable
- Rear suspension
- Rear: Pro- Link Single shock swingarm non- adjustable
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 85 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- 2x disc s 2 piston calipers
- Rear brakes
- Single disc 1 piston caliper
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 | 1988 | 1990 | 1991 | 1993 | 1994 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 127 kg | 132 kg | 132 kg | 132 kg | — |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 47 Average | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests |
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 NSR 250 R?
The 1994 Honda NSR 250 R has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
How many gears does the Honda NSR 250 R have?
The 1994 Honda NSR 250 R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda NSR 250 R weigh?
The 1994 Honda NSR 250 R has a Wet weight of 157.0 kg (346.1 pounds).
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