Honda CB223S vs CPI XR 250 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB223Sstacks up against the CPI XR 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB223SCPI XR 250
Model year20162013
Price
Engine223 cc227 cc
Horsepower16 hp19 hp
Torque18 Nm17 Nm
Weight110 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires110/90-18 / 130/80-18 90/90-18 / 110/80-16

Honda CB223S vs CPI XR 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB223S and the CPI XR 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB223S brings 16 hp, while the CPI XR 250 counters with 19 hp at 110 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: