Indian FTR vs CPI XR 250 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Indian FTRstacks up against the CPI XR 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecIndian FTRCPI XR 250
Model year20162013
Price
Engine223 cc227 cc
Horsepower21 hp19 hp
Torque18 Nm17 Nm
Weight119 kg110 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires120/90-18 / 120/90-18 90/90-18 / 110/80-16

Indian FTR vs CPI XR 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Indian FTR and the CPI XR 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian FTR brings 21 hp in a 119 kg package, while the CPI XR 250 counters with 19 hp at 110 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: