Honda CBF250 vs Yamaha MT-25 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF250stacks up against the Yamaha MT-25. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF250Yamaha MT-25
Model year20072023
Price
Engine249 cc250 cc
Horsepower20 hp36 hp
Torque22 Nm24 Nm
Weight139 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ABS
Tires110/70-17 / 140/70-17

Honda CBF250 vs Yamaha MT-25 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF250 and the Yamaha MT-25 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF250 brings 20 hp in a 139 kg package, while the Yamaha MT-25 counters with 36 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: