Sherco 250 SEF-R vs Honda XL 250 S (2020)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSherco 250 SEF-RHonda XL 250 S
Model year20201982
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Weight102 kg
Seat height37 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. BremboExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle disc. BremboExpanding brake
Tires1.60-21 / 2.15-18 3.00-23 / 4.60-18

Sherco 250 SEF-R vs Honda XL 250 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco 250 SEF-R and the Honda XL 250 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 250 SEF-R brings its published horsepower in a 102 kg package, 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: