CZ 180 Roland vs Honda XL 185 S (reduced effect) (1997)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the CZ 180 Rolandstacks up against the Honda XL 185 S (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCZ 180 RolandHonda XL 185 S (reduced effect)
Model year19971983
Price
Engine176 cc180 cc
Horsepower13 hp10 hp
Weight130 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake
Tires2.75-21 / 4.10-18

CZ 180 Roland vs Honda XL 185 S (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the CZ 180 Roland and the Honda XL 185 S (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the CZ 180 Roland brings 13 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Honda XL 185 S (reduced effect) counters with 10 hp.

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: