Honda XL 250 R (reduced effect) vs ATK NX 250 (1987)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL 250 R (reduced effect)stacks up against the ATK NX 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL 250 R (reduced effect)ATK NX 250
Model year19871987
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Weight128 kg
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-21 / 4.60-17 80/100-21 / 100/100-18

Honda XL 250 R (reduced effect) vs ATK NX 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL 250 R (reduced effect) and the ATK NX 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL 250 R (reduced effect) brings 17 hp, while the ATK NX 250 counters with its own power figure at 128 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: