Honda TRX250X vs Yamaha Bruin 250 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda TRX250Xstacks up against the Yamaha Bruin 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda TRX250XYamaha Bruin 250
Model year20232011
Price$5,299$3,499
Engine229 cc230 cc
Weight207 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Double disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Sealed mechanical drumExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires22/7-10 / 22/10-9 22/7-10 / 22/10-10

Honda TRX250X vs Yamaha Bruin 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda TRX250X and the Yamaha Bruin 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda TRX250X brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha Bruin 250 counters with its own power figure at 207 kg. On price, the Yamaha Bruin 250 has the lower MSRP.

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: