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Jazz 250

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36 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.12 hp/kg
Torque
21 Nm
Engine
249 ccm

2001 Honda Jazz 250 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Honda's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2001 Honda Jazz 250 pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 19 HP (13.9 kW) at 7,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 20.6 Nm (15.2 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm. With a specific output of 76.3 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,000 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 Jazz 250 measures 159 kg (351 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.12 HP/kg (8.37 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 720 mm (28.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2001 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
76.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.12 HP/kg (8.37 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,000 rpm
Standover Height
720 mm (28.3 in)
Engine
Displacement 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 19.0 HP (13.9 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque 20.6 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.2 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Cooling Liquid
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 159.0 kg (350.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.1195 HP/kg
Seat Height 720 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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City & Commuting
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Seat Height
72 cm / 28.3 in
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Handling
Manageable weight for most riders
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