Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Cagiva SX 250 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB250 Nighthawkstacks up against the Cagiva SX 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB250 NighthawkCagiva SX 250
Model year20081983
Price$3,699
Engine234 cc243 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Weight143 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity4.3 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires90/90-18 / 120/90-16 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Cagiva SX 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB250 Nighthawk and the Cagiva SX 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB250 Nighthawk brings its published horsepower in a 143 kg package, while the Cagiva SX 250 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: