Honda XR230 vs Honda SL 230 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR230stacks up against the Honda SL 230. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR230Honda SL 230
Model year20112002
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower20 hp
Torque18 Nm21 Nm
Weight106 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires2.75-21 / 120/80-12

Honda XR230 vs Honda SL 230 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR230 and the Honda SL 230 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR230 brings its published horsepower, while the Honda SL 230 counters with 20 hp at 106 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: