The Honda VTR 250 Interceptor motorcycle specifications include a 249 cc (15.19 cu in) engine, power of 45 hp (32.8 kW) @ 13,500 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 165 kg (363.8 lb).
Key specifications
How the Honda VTR 250 Interceptor compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Honda models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Honda database average.
About 17% lower than the Honda database average. Around the 49th percentile across Honda models.
About 56% lower than the Honda database average. Around the 35th percentile across Honda models.
About 16% lighter than the Honda database average. Around the 37th percentile across Honda models.
Very close to the Honda database average. Around the 37th percentile across Honda models.
Very close to the Honda database average. Around the 49th percentile across Honda models.
Honda database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Honda specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
45 hp — more powerful than about 49% of Honda models with power data.
249 cc — larger displacement than about 35% of Honda models.
165 kg — heavier than about 37% of Honda models, or lighter than about 63%.
759 mm — taller than about 37% of Honda models.
13 L — larger than about 49% of Honda fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Honda average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Honda models where that dimension is available.
2,040
2,078
Close to average.
715
827
14% below average.
1,140
1,161
Close to average.
1,140
1,431
20% below average.
759
780
Close to average.
140
184
24% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Engine oil capacity | 2.50 L (2.64 US qt) |
|---|---|
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 325 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.273 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 272.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 180.7 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.36:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport touring |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 249 cc (15.19 cu in) |
| Power | 45 hp (32.8 kW) @ 13,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 60.0 x 44.2 mm (2.4 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 2x Keihin 32mm Constant velocity downdraft |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Full Transistor Iginition |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Oil capacity | 2.50 L (2.64 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet Plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Diamond (steel) |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | 35mm Showa, 5.1 inch Travel, adjustment for air pressure |
| Rear suspension | Honda-Prolink, Single show demper |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake | 26.1° |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Single leading shoe drum (inboard) |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 165 kg (363.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 150 kg (330.7 lb) |
| Seat height | 759 mm (29.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,040 mm (80.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 715 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,140 mm (44.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,140 mm (44.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 13.00 L (3.43 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 4.00 L/100 km (25.0 km/l or 58.81 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 92.8 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph) |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 10.40 seconds |
| 1/4 mile | 14.92 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3000 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Color options | Black/pink/blue or white/blue |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Standard |
| Price as new | US$ 2998. Euro 4680. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Honda models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Honda information before relying on them. Visit the official Honda website.