Beta KR 250 vs Harley-Davidson SST 250 (1989)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Beta KR 250stacks up against the Harley-Davidson SST 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBeta KR 250Harley-Davidson SST 250
Model year19891983
Price
Engine239 cc243 cc
Horsepower10 hp10 hp
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 4.00-18 3.25-19 / 4.00-18

Beta KR 250 vs Harley-Davidson SST 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Beta KR 250 and the Harley-Davidson SST 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta KR 250 brings 10 hp, while the Harley-Davidson SST 250 counters with 10 hp.

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: