AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic vs Tank Sports 250E (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classicstacks up against the Tank Sports 250E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin ClassicTank Sports 250E
Model year20082008
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower28 hp17 hp
Weight160 kg170 kg
Seat height25 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/90-16 / 150/80-15 90/90-18 / 130/90-15

AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic vs Tank Sports 250E — which should you buy?

Picking between the AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic and the Tank Sports 250E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AlphaSports Alpha 250 V-Twin Classic brings 28 hp in a 160 kg package, while the Tank Sports 250E counters with 17 hp at 170 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: