Engineered by Honda for the naked motorcycle segment, the 1989 Honda VT 250 Spada OBI relies on a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 40 HP (29.2 kW) at 12,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 160.6 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the VT 250 Spada OBI measures 140 kg (309 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.5 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,380 mm (54.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph).
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