Puch GS 250 F 5 vs Honda XL 250 S (1985)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Puch GS 250 F 5stacks up against the Honda XL 250 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPuch GS 250 F 5Honda XL 250 S
Model year19851982
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower17 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 4.50-18 3.00-23 / 4.60-18

Puch GS 250 F 5 vs Honda XL 250 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Puch GS 250 F 5 and the Honda XL 250 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Puch GS 250 F 5 brings 17 hp, while the Honda XL 250 S 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: