Honda CB250 Super Sport vs Panther 65 Springer (1968)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB250 Super Sportstacks up against the Panther 65 Springer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB250 Super SportPanther 65 Springer
Model year19681958
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower22 hp
Weight153 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 2.75-18 3.25-19 / 3.25-19

Honda CB250 Super Sport vs Panther 65 Springer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB250 Super Sport and the Panther 65 Springer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB250 Super Sport brings 22 hp in a 153 kg package, while the Panther 65 Springer counters with its own power figure.

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: