Yamaha RD 250 vs Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RD 250stacks up against the Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RD 250Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260
Model year19852020
Price$8,099
Engine250 cc259 cc
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity0.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 4-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Tires2.75-21 / 4.00-18

Yamaha RD 250 vs Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RD 250 and the Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RD 250 brings its published horsepower, while the Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 counters with its own power figure.

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: