At the heart of the 2023 California Scooter SG250 Cafe Racer allround motorcycle, California pairs a 229.5 cc (14 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 18.3 Nm (13.5 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 67.0 x 65.0 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches) with a 8.7:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Scooter SG250 Cafe Racer measures 123.8 kg (273 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 660 mm (26 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,290 mm (50.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15.14-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 109 km/h (68 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's California archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2022 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
660 mm (26 in)
Engine
Displacement229.5 ccm (14.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Torque18.3 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 13.5 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression8.7:1
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 65.0 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keima slide carburetor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed109.4 km/h (68.0 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionInverted forks
Rear SuspensionAdjustable dual rear shock absorbers with reservoirs
Wheelbase1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground Clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/70-17
Rear Tyre120/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight123.8 kg (273.0 pounds)
Seat Height660 mm (26.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsGray, Matte Black, Brick red, White, Green
Notes
Brand often abbreviated CSC motorcycles. Bike made in China by Zongshen.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
