Honda CB250F vs Honda CBR250R ABS (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB250Fstacks up against the Honda CBR250R ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB250FHonda CBR250R ABS
Model year20202017
Price$4,599
Engine250 cc250 cc
Horsepower35 hp
Torque23 Nm
Weight135 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS.
Tires110/70-17 / 140/70-17 110/70-17 / 140/70-17

Honda CB250F vs Honda CBR250R ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB250F and the Honda CBR250R ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB250F brings its published horsepower in a 135 kg package, while the Honda CBR250R ABS counters with 35 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: