Hamachi Dake R2 vs Vento Thunderstar 250 Custom (2020)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hamachi Dake R2stacks up against the Vento Thunderstar 250 Custom. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Hamachi Dake R2 | Vento Thunderstar 250 Custom |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 | 2020 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Horsepower | 26 hp | 17 hp |
| Weight | 150 kg | — |
| Seat height | — | 29 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.6 L | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Tires | 110/70-17 / 150/70-17 | 90/90-R18 / 130/80-R17 |
Hamachi Dake R2 vs Vento Thunderstar 250 Custom — which should you buy?
Picking between the Hamachi Dake R2 and the Vento Thunderstar 250 Custom usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hamachi Dake R2 brings 26 hp in a 150 kg package, while the Vento Thunderstar 250 Custom counters with 17 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:

