| Attribute | Honda XL 250 R 1985 × | Ducati 250 Mark 3 1973 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1985 | 1973 |
| Make | Honda | Ducati |
| Model | Honda XL 250 R | Ducati 250 Mark 3 |
| Category | Enduro / offroad | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 249 | 248 |
| Power (kw) | 17.5 | 13.1 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 75 | 74 |
| Stroke (mm) | 56.5 | 57.8 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Compression | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake |
| Front tyre | 3.00-21 | 2.75-18 |
| Rear tyre | 4.60-17 | 3.00-18 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Kerb weight (kg) | 131 | 136 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 128 | 130 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 9 | 13 |