Yamaha RD 250 (6-speed) vs Pannonia P 12 (1974)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RD 250 (6-speed)stacks up against the Pannonia P 12. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RD 250 (6-speed)Pannonia P 12
Model year19741974
Price
Engine247 cc247 cc
Horsepower30 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-18 / 3.50-18 3.00-18 / 3.25-18

Yamaha RD 250 (6-speed) vs Pannonia P 12 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RD 250 (6-speed) and the Pannonia P 12 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RD 250 (6-speed) brings 30 hp, while the Pannonia P 12 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: