CMX250 (Honda) | ||
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InformationEquivalent in many ways to an EL250. Looks a bit Harley-ish, given the constraints of size. |
Specifications250cc |
SR250 (Yamaha) | ||
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InformationMini-chopper. Easy to get parts and holds value. Getting older now, but a good one is still fine if it hasn't been neglected. |
Specifications250cc 4-stroke |
TY250 (Yamaha) | ||
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InformationA full-on trials bike. Forget it unless you're into riding over boulders and up walls. |
Specifications250cc |
V25 (Honda) | ||
InformationHarley/Cruiser style V-twin. 8 valve DOHC liquid cooled. 5 speed. Disc front, drum rear brakes. Looks meaner than the Rebel. |
Specifications250cc 4-stroke | |
XS250 (Yamaha) | ||
Informationsluggish, slow, cheap. Upright chopper-style. Parallel twin, air-cooled. They may be sluggish, but they're darn reliable. Kickstart and electric start fitted as standard. Front & rear solid disc brakes. Wide, comfy seat. |
Specifications250cc 4-stroke | |
XV250 (Yamaha) | ||
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InformationLooks like a bigger bike (eg Harley). V-twin, good torque, smooth progressive power, fun, watch the pegs on the turns. The XV250 has been around for a number of years and has proven to be a big selling 250cc road bike. The cruiser style of the bike allows for a very low height, which helps the less tall rider to keep stable when stopped. Very comfy, nice wide seat and easy reach handlebars. Pillions will find themselves a little tight, better to get a bigger bike if you're going to do a lot of t |
Specifications250cc 4-stroke |
