Jinlun JL 250-5 vs Harley-Davidson SX 250 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Jinlun JL 250-5stacks up against the Harley-Davidson SX 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecJinlun JL 250-5Harley-Davidson SX 250
Model year20071983
Price
Engine234 cc243 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Torque15 Nm
Weight152 kg
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires110/90-16 / 130/90-15 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Jinlun JL 250-5 vs Harley-Davidson SX 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jinlun JL 250-5 and the Harley-Davidson SX 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jinlun JL 250-5 brings its published horsepower in a 152 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson SX 250 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: