Positioned in Honda's allround motorcycle lineup, the 1983 Honda VT 250F pairs a 248 cc (15.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 35 HP (25.5 kW) at 11,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 21.5 Nm (15.9 lb-ft) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 141.1 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (10,000 rpm) and peak power (11,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the VT 250F measures 152 kg (335 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.34 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,385 mm (54.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
141.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.23 HP/kg (4.34 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,000–11,000 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement248.0 ccm (15.13 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Power35.0 HP (25.5 kW)) @ 11000 RPM
Torque21.5 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke60.0 x 44.0 mm (2.4 x 1.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Max RPM14000
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium Frame
Wheelbase1385 mm (54.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-16
Rear Tyre110/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight152.0 kg (335.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2303 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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