Honda CB223S vs Honda FTR 230 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB223Sstacks up against the Honda FTR 230. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB223SHonda FTR 230
Model year20162011
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque18 Nm18 Nm
Weight119 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/90-18 / 130/80-18 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Honda CB223S vs Honda FTR 230 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB223S and the Honda FTR 230 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB223S brings 16 hp, while the Honda FTR 230 counters with its own power figure at 119 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: