Honda CB250SC Nighthawk (1982-89)

The Honda CB250SC Nighthawk was a motorcycle produced between 1982 and 1989. It boasted a four-stroke, twin-cylinder, SOHC engine with a capacity of 239cc and a compression ratio of 9.2:1. The bike had a maximum power output of 20 horsepower at 9,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 18 Nm at 6,500 rpm. It had a 5-speed transmission and a chain final drive. Suspension included 31mm telescopic forks and dual shocks with 5-way preload adjustment. The bike had a wheelbase of 1430mm and a seat height of 744mm. It weighed in at 130.2kg and had a fuel capacity of 19.5 litres. The Nighthawk was equipped with 152mm drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, with a front tire size of 90/100-18 and a rear tire size of 120/90-16.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CB 250SC Nighthawk

Year: 1982 – 89
Engine: Four stroke, twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 239 cc / 14.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 53 x 53 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Induction: 26mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 20 hp / 14.6 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 18 Nm / 12.5 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 31mm Telescopic forks
Rear Wheel Travel: 140 mm / 5.5 in
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks with 5-way preload adjustment.
Rear Wheel Travel: 99 mm / 3.9 in
Front Brakes: 152mm Drum
Rear Brakes: 152mm Drum
Front Tyre: 90/100-18
Rear Tyre: 120/90-16
Wheelbase: 1430 mm / 56.3 in
Seat Height: 744 mm / 29.3 in
Dry Weight: 130.2 kg / 287 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19.5 Litres / 5.1 US gal