Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Honda Rebel 250 ED - Rebel 250 G (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB250 Nighthawkstacks up against the Honda Rebel 250 ED - Rebel 250 G. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB250 NighthawkHonda Rebel 250 ED - Rebel 250 G
Model year20082000
Price$3,699
Engine234 cc234 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Torque18 Nm
Weight143 kg141 kg
Seat height29 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity4.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Dual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires90/90-18 / 120/90-16

Honda CB250 Nighthawk vs Honda Rebel 250 ED - Rebel 250 G — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB250 Nighthawk and the Honda Rebel 250 ED - Rebel 250 G 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 Honda Rebel 250 ED - Rebel 250 G counters with 17 hp at 141 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: