HONDA CB250SC Nighthawk (1997-1998) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1998, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CB250SC Nighthawk, a standard or naked machine in its eighth production year that didn't feature any changes whatsoever. The bike was created for younger and less experienced riders but was also suitable for the more seasoned ones.

The bike had its debut in 1991 and was powered by the engine used on the 1985-1987 CMX250 Rebel, upgraded with new wiring, new components, a larger carburetor, a new valve cover, and a reshaped cylinder head.

Equipped from the factory, the model came with standard features, such as a chromed dual exhaust system, a wide handlebar, a one-piece dual seat, a round headlight with a chromed ring, a black-finished steel frame, and wire-spoked wheels.

In the power department, the 1998 Honda CB250SC Nighthawk took its thrust from a 239cc four-stroke twin-cylinder air-cooled engine fed by two Keihin carburetors that helped deliver an output power of 20 hp with maximum strength at 9,000 rpm and 18 Nm (13 lb-ft) of torque available at 6,500 rpm.

On the front end, the bike featured a 31 mm telescopic fork and dual shock absorbers with five-way preload adjustability on the rear, while the wire-spoked wheels were fitted both front and rear with a couple of 152 mm drum braking units.