Across the 1983, 1984 and 1985 model years, the Honda CB 250 RSD motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 326.3 lb (148 kg).
Honda CB 250 RSD weight overview
This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.
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How heavy is the Honda CB 250 RSD?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 250 RSD is lighter than about 94.8% of 67 Honda custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CB 250 RSD weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984, 1985 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 326.3 lb (148 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 248 cc |
| Power | 17 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.43 US gal (13 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 5.21 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 19.19 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.76 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 131.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB 250 RSD weight FAQ
How much does the Honda CB 250 RSD weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 326.3 lb (148 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda CB 250 RSD weight compare with similar Hondas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 94.8% of 67 Honda custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Honda CB 250 RSD model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1983-1985 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CB 250 RSD?
A full tank works out to about 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) from the listed 3.43 US gal (13 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda CB 250 RSD weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 506.3 lb (229.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Honda CB 250 RSD strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 5.21 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 11th percentile within the compatible Honda custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Honda CB 250 RSD engine for its weight?
The model has about 0.76 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Honda CB 250 RSD above or below the typical Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 227.1 lb (103 kg) lighter than the median Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 553.4 lb (251 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda CB 250 RSD easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.