Yamaha SRX 250 vs Honda CB 250 N (reduced effect) (1987)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha SRX 250stacks up against the Honda CB 250 N (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha SRX 250Honda CB 250 N (reduced effect)
Model year19871981
Price
Engine250 cc250 cc
Horsepower17 hp17 hp
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires90/90-16 / 100/90-18 3.60-19 / 4.10-18

Yamaha SRX 250 vs Honda CB 250 N (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha SRX 250 and the Honda CB 250 N (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha SRX 250 brings 17 hp, while the Honda CB 250 N (reduced effect) 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: