California Scooter SG250 San Gabriel vs Honda CB223S (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the California Scooter SG250 San Gabrielstacks up against the Honda CB223S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCalifornia Scooter SG250 San GabrielHonda CB223S
Model year20202016
Price$2,295
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque18 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/70-17 / 120/70-17 110/90-18 / 130/80-18

California Scooter SG250 San Gabriel vs Honda CB223S — which should you buy?

Picking between the California Scooter SG250 San Gabriel and the Honda CB223S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the California Scooter SG250 San Gabriel brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CB223S counters with 16 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: