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36/100Commuter
Power
15 HP
Top Speed
90 km/h
Torque
18 Nm
Engine
229 ccm
Technical Overview
2016 DF Motor DF250RTA Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by DF Motor for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2016 DF Motor DF250RTA utilizes a 229.2 cc (14 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 15.4 HP (11.3 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 17.5 Nm (12.9 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 67.2 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (6,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the DF250RTA measures 162 kg (357 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.52 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,560 mm (61.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability.
Specific Output
67.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10.52 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–6,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement229.2 ccm (13.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power15.4 HP (11.3 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque17.5 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 12.9 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Fuel SystemCarburettor
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed90.0 km/h (55.9 mph)
Fuel Consumption4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l or 56.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases97.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Wheelbase1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground Clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre140/70-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.162.0 kg (357.1 pounds)
Overall Height1140 mm (44.9 inches)
Overall Length2220 mm (87.4 inches)
Overall Width800 mm (31.5 inches)
Other
Color OptionsBlack
Notes
Brand also called Dong Fang, Dongfang Motor and DF Power. From China.
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