Honda CBR250R vs Veli VL250GS-5 (2017)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR250Rstacks up against the Veli VL250GS-5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CBR250R | Veli VL250GS-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Price | $4,199 | — |
| Engine | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Horsepower | 35 hp | 25 hp |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 21 Nm |
| Weight | — | 180 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 3.4 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 110/70-17 / 140/70-17 | 110/70-17 / 130/70-17 |
Honda CBR250R vs Veli VL250GS-5 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CBR250R and the Veli VL250GS-5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR250R brings 35 hp, while the Veli VL250GS-5 counters with 25 hp at 180 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: