For the 2008 model year, the Honda CB250 Nighthawk motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 315 lb (142.9 kg).
Honda CB250 Nighthawk weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda CB250 Nighthawk is lighter than about 63% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CB250 Nighthawk weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 315 lb (142.9 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 234 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.3 US gal (16.27 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.7 lb (12.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.74 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 134.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 8.5% |
| Weight with full tank | 341.8 lb (155 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB250 Nighthawk weight FAQ
How heavy is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk?
Listed dry weight is 315 lb (142.9 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk heavy compared with other Honda motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative dry weight is around the 37th percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
How much does the Honda CB250 Nighthawk fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 4.3 US gal (16.27 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 26.7 lb (12.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Honda curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 495 lb (224.5 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Honda CB250 Nighthawk dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 341.8 lb (155 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk with a full tank?
The page calculates about 341.8 lb (155 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Honda curb-weight number.
How large is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.74 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Honda CB250 Nighthawk above or below the typical Honda motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 78.5 lb (35.6 kg) lighter than the compatible median Honda motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Honda CB250 Nighthawk feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.