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
| Spec | Honda CB250F | Honda CBR250R ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 | 2017 |
| Price | — | $4,599 |
| Engine | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 35 hp |
| Torque | — | 23 Nm |
| Weight | 135 kg | — |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.4 L | 3.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. ABS. |
| Tires | 110/70-17 / 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:

