Honda CRF230F vs Yamaha Serow 225 WE (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF230Fstacks up against the Yamaha Serow 225 WE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CRF230FYamaha Serow 225 WE
Model year20202002
Price$4,599
Engine249 cc223 cc
Horsepower20 hp
Torque19 Nm
Weight108 kg
Seat height35 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires80/100-21 / 100/100-18

Honda CRF230F vs Yamaha Serow 225 WE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CRF230F and the Yamaha Serow 225 WE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF230F brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha Serow 225 WE counters with 20 hp at 108 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: