Honda CBR250R ABS vs Veli VL250GS-5 (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR250R ABSstacks up against the Veli VL250GS-5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR250R ABSVeli VL250GS-5
Model year20172012
Price$4,599
Engine250 cc250 cc
Horsepower35 hp25 hp
Torque23 Nm21 Nm
Weight180 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Single disc
Tires110/70-17 / 140/70-17 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Honda CBR250R ABS vs Veli VL250GS-5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR250R ABS and the Veli VL250GS-5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR250R ABS brings 35 hp, while the Veli VL250GS-5 counters with 25 hp at 180 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: