Honda XL Degree 250 vs Husqvarna 250 WRK (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL Degree 250stacks up against the Husqvarna 250 WRK. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL Degree 250Husqvarna 250 WRK
Model year19981992
Price$3,100
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower28 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18

Honda XL Degree 250 vs Husqvarna 250 WRK — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL Degree 250 and the Husqvarna 250 WRK usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL Degree 250 brings 28 hp, while the Husqvarna 250 WRK 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: