Honda NX 250 Weight (293lb)

Quick answer

Across 4 covered model years from 1989 to 1992, the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 293.2 lb (133 kg).

Wet / running weight293.2 lb (133 kg)
Fuel capacity2.38 US gal (9 L)
Full tank fuel weight14.8 lb (6.7 kg)
Power / 100 lb5.8 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
1989199019911992

Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect)?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) is heavier than about 50.7% of 67 Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
293.2 lb (133 kg)
67 Honda enduro/off-road motorcyclesMedian: 293.2 lb (133 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight293.2 lb (133 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider443.2 lb (201 kg)bike + rider • bike is 66.2% of total mass
180 lb rider473.2 lb (214.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 62% of total mass
210 lb rider503.2 lb (228.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 58.3% of total mass

Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) weight & related specs

Model years covered 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992
Wet / running weight 293.2 lb (133 kg)
Engine displacement 249 cc
Power 17 hp
Fuel capacity 2.38 US gal (9 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 14.8 lb (6.7 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 5.8 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 17.25 lb / hp
Displacement per pound 0.85 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 117.8 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) is heavier than about 50.7% of 67 Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 2.38 US gal (9 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Honda curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 5.8 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) weight FAQ

How much does the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 293.2 lb (133 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) weight compare with similar Hondas?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 51st percentile for weight among 67 compatible Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles.

Are all Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1989-1992 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect)?

A full tank works out to about 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) from the listed 2.38 US gal (9 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 473.2 lb (214.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 5.8 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 23rd percentile within the compatible Honda enduro / offroad power-to-weight comparison.

How much of the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) total weight comes from fuel?

Fuel accounts for roughly 5% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.

What is the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) engine-size-to-weight ratio?

The model has about 0.85 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 NX 250 (reduced effect) 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.

Official information note

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.