Honda CBF250 vs Jawa 250 Californian (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF250stacks up against the Jawa 250 Californian. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF250Jawa 250 Californian
Model year20071973
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower20 hp17 hp
Torque22 Nm
Weight139 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3.00-19 / 3.25-19

Honda CBF250 vs Jawa 250 Californian — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF250 and the Jawa 250 Californian 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 Jawa 250 Californian counters with 17 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: