Honda CMX 250 Rebel vs Cagiva SX 250 (2005)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CMX 250 RebelCagiva SX 250
Model year20051983
Price$2,099
Engine234 cc243 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Weight139 kg
Seat height27 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipersExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires90/90-18 / 130/90-15 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Honda CMX 250 Rebel vs Cagiva SX 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CMX 250 Rebel and the Cagiva SX 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CMX 250 Rebel brings its published horsepower in a 139 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: