Sherco 2.9 vs Xispa R280 (2010)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sherco 2.9stacks up against the Xispa R280. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Sherco 2.9 | Xispa R280 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 272 cc | 273 cc |
| Weight | 70 kg | 69 kg |
| Seat height | 25 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 0.8 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. AJP | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. AJP | Single disc |
Sherco 2.9 vs Xispa R280 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Sherco 2.9 and the Xispa R280 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 2.9 brings its published horsepower in a 70 kg package, while the Xispa R280 counters with its own power figure at 69 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:

