Side-by-Side Comparison

Honda CB1 vs Honda NSR 250

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Bahamas.

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Key Specifications

Honda CB1SpecHonda NSR 250

$6,800Price$12,000

399Engine (cc)249

67Power (hp)60

37Torque (Nm)30

999.9Mileage (km/l)20.0

183Weight (kg)151

11Fuel Tank (L)12

8.5Rating9.5

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Honda NSR 250

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Basic Information

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, Transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderEngine TypeLiquid-cooled, 2-stroke, 90-degree V-twin, Crankcase Reed Valve

6-speed, manualTransmission Type6-speed return

Wet multi-plateClutch TypeWet multi-plate (Dry multi-plate on SE/SP models)

ChainDrive Type—

HondaBrandHonda

CB-1ModelNSR 250R

Honda CB-1 (CB400F)Bike NameHonda NSR 250R (MC21)

1989Model Year1990

Naked sportsCategory/TypeSport

JapanCountry of OriginJapan

JapanAssembly LocationImported (Not assembled locally)

DiscontinuedStatusDiscontinued

Red, Black, Blue (varies)Colors AvailableVarious (depending on model year)

Steel perimeterFrame TypeAluminum Twin-Tube Diamond

—Battery TypeFT4L-BS

Engine & Performance

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

399Displacement (cc)249

55 hp @ 10,000 rpmMaximum Power45 PS @ 9500 rpm

39 Nm @ 9,500 rpmMaximum Torque3.7 kg-m @ 8500 rpm

4Number of Cylinders2

DOHCValve Configuration—

4Valves Per Cylinder—

55.0 mmBore54.0 mm

42.0 mmStroke54.5 mm

55.0 mm x 42.0 mmBore x Stroke54.0 x 54.5 mm

11.3:1Compression Ratio7.4:1

Liquid cooledCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

2x 30mm Keihin CV carburetorsFuel Supply SystemCarburetor (Keihin TA21)

CDIIgnition SystemPGM-III (CDI)

Transverse inline-fourEngine Layout—

ElectricStarting SystemKick Starter

—Emission StandardN/A (pre-Euro standards)

Fuel & Mileage

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

3.1 LEngine Oil Capacity—

12 LFuel Tank Capacity16 Liters

2025Mileage City20

—Average Mileage20.0

—Load Capacity150

Performance & Speed

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

190 km/hTop Speed—

5.4 secondsAcceleration (0-100)—

Transmission & Drive

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

6Number of Gears6

ChainFinal Drive2.800

—Gear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

—Primary Drive2.360

Dimensions & Weight

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

2035 mmOverall Length1975 mm

705 mmOverall Width655 mm

1025 mmOverall Height1060 mm

1370 mmWheelbase1340 mm

775 mmSeat Height770 mm

183 kgKerb Weight151 kg

—Ground Clearance135 mm

Brakes & Safety

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

Single discFront Brake TypeHydraulic double disc

Single discRear Brake TypeHydraulic single disc

310 mmFront Brake Size296.0

240 mmRear Brake Size220.0

NoneABS Type—

Suspension & Handling

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

41mm Telescopic forksFront Suspension TypeTelescopic fork

Pro-link monoshockRear Suspension TypeSwingarm (Pro-Link)

—Climbing AbilityHigh

Wheels & Tires

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

110/70-17Front Tyre Size110/70R17 54H

140/70-17Rear Tyre Size150/60R17 66H

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

3-spoke castWheel Type—

Aluminum alloyWheel Material—

Lighting & Display

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

H4 12V 60/55WHeadlight Type12V 60W/35W

ConventionalTurn Signal Type—

AnalogDisplay Type—

AnalogSpeedometer TypeAnalog

AnalogTachometer TypeAnalog

—Fuel Gauge TypeAnalog

Comfort & Ergonomics

Honda CB1AttributeHonda NSR 250

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

Honda CB1 vs Honda NSR 250: Which one should you buy in Bahamas?

The Honda CB1 and Honda NSR 250 are two popular motorcycles in Bahamas. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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