Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Jialing JH 250 E-3 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB250 Nighthawkstacks up against the Jialing JH 250 E-3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB250 NighthawkJialing JH 250 E-3
Model year20082008
Price$3,699
Engine234 cc234 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Weight143 kg135 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity4.3 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 120/90-16 3.25-18 / 130/80-16

Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Jialing JH 250 E-3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB250 Nighthawk and the Jialing JH 250 E-3 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 Jialing JH 250 E-3 counters with 16 hp at 135 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: