Yamaha RD 200 DX vs Hartford Classic S 250i (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RD 200 DXstacks up against the Hartford Classic S 250i. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RD 200 DXHartford Classic S 250i
Model year19772020
Price$3,590
Engine195 cc223 cc
Horsepower17 hp19 hp
Torque17 Nm
Weight132 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. ABS
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18 3.50-18 / 4.00-18

Yamaha RD 200 DX vs Hartford Classic S 250i — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RD 200 DX and the Hartford Classic S 250i usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RD 200 DX brings 17 hp, while the Hartford Classic S 250i counters with 19 hp at 132 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: