CB 250 RS

1983 Honda CB 250 RS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1983 Honda CB 250 RS naked motorcycle, Honda features a 248 cc (15.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 26 HP (19 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 104.8 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the CB 250 RS measures 148 kg (326 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.69 kg per horsepower). The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 146 km/h (91 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1981 to 1985, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.