| Attribute | Honda Hornet 250 2005 × | Kawasaki KL 250 1984 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2005 | 1984 |
| Make | Honda | Kawasaki |
| Model | Honda Hornet 250 | Kawasaki KL 250 |
| Category | Naked bike | Enduro / offroad |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 249 | 246 |
| Power (kw) | 29.2 | 15.3 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 24 | - |
| Bore (mm) | 48.5 | 70 |
| Stroke (mm) | 33.8 | 64 |
| Gearbox | - | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | - |
| Lubrication system | - | WET SUMP |
| Compression | 11.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | air operated |
| Rear suspension | - | adjustable twin |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | - |