AJS Regal-Raptor DD250E vs Honda CB250 Nighthawk (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Regal-Raptor DD250Estacks up against the Honda CB250 Nighthawk. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Regal-Raptor DD250EHonda CB250 Nighthawk
Model year20082008
Price$3,699
Engine234 cc234 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Weight150 kg143 kg
Seat height28 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 130/90-15 90/90-18 / 120/90-16

AJS Regal-Raptor DD250E vs Honda CB250 Nighthawk — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Regal-Raptor DD250E and the Honda CB250 Nighthawk usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AJS Regal-Raptor DD250E brings 17 hp in a 150 kg package, while the Honda CB250 Nighthawk counters with its own power figure at 143 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: