Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Excelsior Motor Bicycle (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB250 Nighthawkstacks up against the Excelsior Motor Bicycle. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB250 NighthawkExcelsior Motor Bicycle
Model year20081896
Price$3,699
Engine234 cc234 cc
Horsepower1 hp
Weight143 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity4.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 120/90-16

Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Excelsior Motor Bicycle — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB250 Nighthawk and the Excelsior Motor Bicycle usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB250 Nighthawk brings its published horsepower in a 143 kg package, while the Excelsior Motor Bicycle counters with 1 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: