HONDA CBR250R (2010-2011) Specs, Performance & Photos

The CBR250R was a lightweight single-cylinder motorcycle made by Honda from 2011 to 2013 for all Honda markets except Japan and Malaysia, where production started after 2013. The bike was originally intended for the Thailand and Indian markets, but it end up being sold worldwide, including European and American markets.

In 2014, the CBR250R was only available in Japan and Malaysia, but in 2015, Honda introduced a larger displacement version as a successor to the CBR250R for keeping pace with the competitors. The 2015 CBR300R sports bike and the CB300F standard bike were sold in all markets except for Japan, India, and Malaysia where only the CBR250R was present.

The 2011 CBR250R was similar in style to the VRF1200F machine, with its Y-shaped headlight and prominent middle cowl that created a layered look. The bike featured a full fairing cowl and a small windscreen that reduced the windblast and offered decent weather protection.

The bike packed a diamond-type twin-spar steel frame with a 37 mm telescopic fork on the front and a Pro-Link monoshock on the rear that offered optimum suspension performance and outstanding handling.

The bike was also available in a Combined Antilock Braking System (C-ABS) version that offered secure braking performance on hard braking or slippery surfaces.

In the performance department, the 2011 Honda CBR250R was powered by a 249cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 24 hp with maximum strength at 9,900 rpm and 20 Nm (15 lb-ft) of torque available at 6,750 rpm.