Honda XR230 vs Skyteam ST250 SM (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR230stacks up against the Skyteam ST250 SM. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR230Skyteam ST250 SM
Model year20112009
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower12 hp
Torque18 Nm
Weight123 kg
Seat height32 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires2.75-21 / 120/80-12 100/90-10 / 120/90-10

Honda XR230 vs Skyteam ST250 SM — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR230 and the Skyteam ST250 SM usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR230 brings its published horsepower, while the Skyteam ST250 SM counters with 12 hp at 123 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: