Sherco 250 SCF Factory vs Honda XL 250 S (2020)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSherco 250 SCF FactoryHonda XL 250 S
Model year20201982
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Seat height37 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires2/0-21 / 2/0-18 3.00-23 / 4.60-18

Sherco 250 SCF Factory vs Honda XL 250 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco 250 SCF Factory and the Honda XL 250 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 250 SCF Factory brings its published horsepower, while the Honda XL 250 S 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: