Herald Phantom 250 vs Veli VL250 KN (2018)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Herald Phantom 250stacks up against the Veli VL250 KN. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Herald Phantom 250 | Veli VL250 KN |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Horsepower | 21 hp | 18 hp |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 18 Nm |
| Weight | 120 kg | 152 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 L | 4.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | — | 110/90-16 / 130/90-15 |
Herald Phantom 250 vs Veli VL250 KN — which should you buy?
Picking between the Herald Phantom 250 and the Veli VL250 KN usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Herald Phantom 250 brings 21 hp in a 120 kg package, while the Veli VL250 KN counters with 18 hp at 152 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: