Honda Dream CB250

Honda Dream CB250
ManufacturerHonda
PredecessorHonda CB72 Hawk
ClassSport bike or standard
Engine249 cc (15.2 cu in), SOHC, 4 stroke, air-cooled, upright twin
Bore / stroke56 mm × 50.6 mm (2.20 in × 1.99 in)[1]
Top speed160 km/h (99 mph) (claimed)[2]
Transmission5-speed manual transmission, chain final drive
Frame typeSemi-double cradle
SuspensionFront: telescopic fork
Rear: swingarm
BrakesFront and rear drum
DimensionsL: 82.3 in (2,090 mm)
W: 30.5 in (770 mm)
Seat height31.3 in (800 mm)
Weight160 kg (350 lb) (claimed)[2] (dry)
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The Honda Dream CB250 was a standard motorcycle made by Honda in 1968 and 1969 and sold only in Japan. It had a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) air-cooled, parallel twin, SOHC, four-stroke with a claimed 30 horsepower (22 kW) at 10,500 rpm.[2] It was Honda's first 250 cc capacity motorcycle with vertical cylinders, and a 5-speed transmission.[3]

  1. ^ The Hamlyn Guide to Japanese Motor Cycles, by C.J. Ayton
  2. ^ a b c Honda CB250/350 Owner's Manual
  3. ^ Honda.com