Honda CMX250C

Honda CMX250C

Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	Rebel 250
Model year	1985–1987, 1996–1997, 1999–
Predecessor	Honda CM250C Custom
Class	Cruiser
Engine	234 cc (14.3 cu in) air-cooled SOHC two valves per cyl. parallel twin
Bore / Stroke	53.0 × 53.0 mm (2.09 × 2.09 in)
Compression ratio	9.2:1
Top speed	70 mph (110 km/h)
Power	16.1 hp (12.0 kW)
Torque	12.4 ft·lb (16.8 N·m)
Ignition type	CDI
Transmission	5-speed, chain drive
Frame type	Tubular steel double cradle
Suspension	Front: 33 mm fork; 120 mm (4.7 in) travel Rear: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Brakes	Front: Single-disc with twin-piston caliper Rear: Drum
Tires	Front: 3.00"-18" Rear: 130/90-15
Rake, Trail	30° 40', 113 mm (4.4 in)
Wheelbase	1,450 mm (57 in)
Seat height	676 mm (26.6 in)
Weight	139 kg (310 lb) (dry) 145 kg (320 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity	9.8 L (2.2 imp gal; 2.6 US gal), incl. 2.6 L (0.57 imp gal; 0.69 US gal) reserve
Fuel consumption	52–62.6 mpg-US (4.5–3.76 L/100 km; 62–75.2 mpg-imp)
Related	Honda CM200T Twinstar Honda CMX450 Rebel Honda CB250 Nighthawk

The CMX250, also known as the Rebel 250, is a 234 cubic centimetres (14.3 cu in) cruiser-style motorcycle made by Honda on and off since 1985. It uses the same 234 cubic centimetres (14.3 cu in) straight-two engine engine as the Honda CB250 Nighthawk, which is a standard motorcycle. The Rebel is part of the CM series of cruisers. Since its wet weight is 320 pounds (150 kg), it is commonly used in the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's certified rider-training courses.^{[citation needed]}

The Rebel's fuel consumption averages 52–62.6 mpg_-US (4.5–3.76 L/100 km; 62–75.2 mpg_-imp), with refills needed at around 190 miles (310 km). The 1996 Rebel had the best fuel economy, 62.6 miles per US gallon (3.76 L/100 km; 75.2 mpg_-imp), of the 352 past and current models tested in the 2010 Motorcycle Consumer News Performance Index. Its maximum speed is 70 miles per hour (110 km/h).

It has a single disc brake in the front and a drum in the rear. The only gauge is a speedometer that includes gear recommendations based on speed; there is no tachometer. The transmission is a standard down-1st, up-2nd to 5th 5-speed.

The September 1985 issue of Motorcyclist magazine, when the Rebel was first introduced, stated "by targeting the bike to a young audience, such as those who watch MTV, Honda hopes to attract newcomers and expand the motorcycle market ... Honda is not marketing this motorcycle as a woman's bike."

References

• Motorcycle Cruiser 250 cc cruiser comparison 2003 models
• Motorcycle Online 1996 Rebel 250 review Review of the 1996 model

External links

• Rebel at Honda USA