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1989Honda VT250 Spada

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Capacity
249.0 ccm
Engine
Not on record
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Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
153.0 kg
Seat height
740 mm
Power
39.0 HP (28.7 kW)
Other years 1988 1989 1990 1991

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 34Agility 65Comfort 45Off-road 10Touring 30Road manners 39
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering65%
City riding55%
Daily riding55%
Touring30%
Two-up35%
Track45%
Best for
Naked bike built for its class - everyday, practical use.
Built for
A naked bike from Honda, built around a 249cc engine - a real production model, but this profile is formula-generated from its class and spec sheet rather than individually reviewed.
Not ideal for
Not for serious performance or off-road use.

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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At 740mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1989 Honda VT250 Spada, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a forward-leaning 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
249.0 ccm
Power
39.0 HP (28.7 kW)
Torque
26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m)
Power/weight ratio
0.2549 HP/kg (wet)
Cooling system
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Overall length
2010 mm
Overall width
715 mm
Overall height
1020 mm
Seat height
740 mm
Wet weight
153.0 kg
Fuel capacity
11.00 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
37 mm telescopic fork, 120 mm travel
Rear suspension
mono-shock, adjustable preload
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
310 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakes
220 mm disc, 1-piston caliper
Front tyre
100/80-17
Rear tyre
140/70-17

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 1988198919901991
Capacity 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc
Seat height 740 mm 740 mm 740 mm 740 mm
Fuel capacity 11 L 11 L 11 L 11 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 VT250 Spada?

The 1989 Honda VT250 Spada has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda VT250 Spada have?

The 1989 Honda VT250 Spada has a Power of 39.0 HP (28.7 kW).

How many gears does the Honda VT250 Spada have?

The 1989 Honda VT250 Spada has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda VT250 Spada?

The 1989 Honda VT250 Spada has a Torque of 26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs).

How much does the Honda VT250 Spada weigh?

The 1989 Honda VT250 Spada has a Wet weight of 153.0 kg (337.3 pounds).

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