Harley-Davidson SST 250 vs Cagiva SST 250 Chopper (1983)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson SST 250Cagiva SST 250 Chopper
Model year19831982
Price
Engine243 cc243 cc
Horsepower10 hp10 hp
Fuel capacity2.8 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.25-19 / 4.00-18 3.25-19 / 4.00-18

Harley-Davidson SST 250 vs Cagiva SST 250 Chopper — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson SST 250 and the Cagiva SST 250 Chopper usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson SST 250 brings 10 hp, while the Cagiva SST 250 Chopper 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: