Honda CN 250 vs Piaggio MP3 250 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CN 250stacks up against the Piaggio MP3 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CN 250Piaggio MP3 250
Model year20002013
Price$7,199
Engine234 cc244 cc
Horsepower17 hp23 hp
Torque21 Nm21 Nm
Weight156 kg236 kg
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Two front wheels. One disc brake per wheel.
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires120/70-12 / 140/70-14

Honda CN 250 vs Piaggio MP3 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CN 250 and the Piaggio MP3 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CN 250 brings 17 hp in a 156 kg package, while the Piaggio MP3 250 counters with 23 hp at 236 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: