CB 250 N

1980 Honda CB 250 N Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the classic motorcycle segment, the 1980 Honda CB 250 N features a 250 cc (15.3 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 68 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the CB 250 N measures 186 kg (410 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (10.94 kg per horsepower). The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 125 km/h (78 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1978 to 1986, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.