Honda VTR 250

Production years: 2002–2016
Brand: Honda

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Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 249 cm³
Power: 29 hp (22 kW) at 10,500 rpm
Dry weight: 161 kg
Seat height: 725 mm

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Overview

The Honda VTR 250 is a naked motorcycle from the VTR family, produced from 2002 through 2016. The 2016 model has a 249.0 cm³, liquid-cooled V-twin four-stroke engine making 29 hp (22 kW), with 22.0 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm, and a dry weight of 161.0 kg.

The 725 mm seat height gives the bike a low seat position, while its 161.0 kg dry weight is relevant when maneuvering at low speeds. Fuel consumption is 2.50 liters/100 km, and the 12.00-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 480 km. Torque peaks at 8,500 rpm, so the engine’s strongest pull comes higher in the rev range; the chain final drive requires periodic cleaning and adjustment.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 60.0 x 44.1 mm
Engine capacity: 249 cm³
Compression ratio: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Performance and transmission

Co2 emissions: 58 g/km CO₂
Fuel consumption: 2.5 L/100 km
Power: 29 hp (22 kW) at 10,500 rpm
Power weight ratio: 0.1832 HP/kg (dry)
Torque: 22 Nm at 8,500 rpm
Clutch: Wet multi-plate coil spring
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 161 kg
Fuel capacity: 12 L
Ground clearance: 155 mm
Overall height: 1,055 mm
Overall length: 2,080 mm
Overall width: 720 mm
Seat height: 725 mm
Wheelbase: 1,405 mm

Chassis and suspension

Frame: Diamond
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rake: 25.5°
Rear suspension: Swing arm
Trail: 90 mm

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic
Front tyre: 110/70-17
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic
Rear tyre: 140/70-17

Colours and equipment

Colours: Red, black, silver

Model years

2011

Power: 32 hp (24 kW) → 29 hp (22 kW); Torque: 24 Nm → 22 Nm; Seat height: 780 mm → 725 mm; Fuel capacity: 13 L → 12 L

Specification
Engine capacity	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³
Power	29 hp (22 kW)	29 hp (22 kW)	29 hp (22 kW)	29 hp (22 kW)	29 hp (22 kW)	29 hp (22 kW)
Torque	22 Nm	22 Nm	22 Nm	22 Nm	22 Nm	22 Nm
Dry weight	161 kg	161 kg	161 kg	161 kg	161 kg	161 kg
Seat height	725 mm	725 mm	725 mm	725 mm	725 mm	725 mm
Fuel capacity	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Low seat
At 725 mm, the seat height makes it easier to get a foot down at a stop.
Low fuel use
Consumption of 2.50 liters/100 km and a calculated range of about 480 km mean fewer fuel stops over a given distance.

Things to consider

Chain maintenance
The chain final drive needs regular cleaning and adjustment.
Torque higher in the rev range
Peak torque arrives at 8,500 rpm, so the strongest pull is not available at low engine speeds.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 725 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 725 mm

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How to measure

Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.

Estimated ground reach

Both feet likely flat

You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.

Seat height

725 mm

Approx. loaded height

695 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.