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2023Janus Gryffin 250

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The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 is a hand-built Indiana scrambler, not a Jawa 350. An air-cooled 229 cc OHV single (67 × 65 mm, 9.2:1) with a 30 mm slide carb makes 14 hp at 7,000 rpm and 16 Nm at 5,500 rpm, through a 5-speed and chain. DOM steel cradle, leading-link forks with dual progressive shocks, twin rear shocks, 18-inch spoked wheels and dual-sport tyres. Dry weight 121 kg, seat 838 mm, tank 7.6 litres, about 70 mph and 70 mpg on paper.

Capacity
229.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
121.0 kg
Seat height
838 mm
Power
14.0 HP @ 7000 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 19Agility 59Comfort 55Off-road 15Touring 30Road manners 50
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering45%
City riding65%
Daily riding60%
Touring30%
Two-up25%
Track10%
Best for
Built for everyday road riding - commuting, errands and weekend rides - with an upright, unfaired riding position.
Built for
A naked bike from Janus with a 229cc engine; its character is easy-going and economical, with 14 hp on tap.
Not ideal for
Not ideal for long motorway journeys at speed or for off-road riding.

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 838mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2023 Janus Gryffin 250, with a relaxed knee angle of around 130 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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Range and running costs

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Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
229.0 ccm
Power
14.0 HP @ 7000 RPM
Torque
16.0 Nm (1.6 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption
3.40 litres/100 km (29.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio
0.1157 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
67.0 x 65.0 mm
Compression
9.2:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
112.7 km/h (70.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
838 mm
Dry weight
121.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.60 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
DOM steel cradle
Front suspension
Leading-link fork, dual progressive shocks
Rear suspension
Twin shocks
Brakes & wheels
Front Wheel
18.0 in
Rear Wheel
18.0 in
Other
Comments
Hand-built in Goshen, Indiana.
Comments
Produced in India.

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 20232024
Capacity 229 cc 229 cc
Dry weight 121 kg 121 kg
Seat height 838 mm 838 mm
Fuel capacity 7.6 L 7.6 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 Janus Gryffin 250?

The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Capacity of 229.0 ccm (13.97 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Janus Gryffin 250 have?

The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Power of 14.0 HP @ 7000 RPM.

How many gears does the Janus Gryffin 250 have?

The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Janus Gryffin 250?

The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Torque of 16.0 Nm (1.6 kgf-m or 11.8 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.

How much does the Janus Gryffin 250 weigh?

The 2023 Janus Gryffin 250 has a Dry weight of 121.0 kg (266.8 pounds).

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