CT250S Silk Road
| Manufacturer | Honda Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Also called | L250S |
| Engine | L250SE 248 cc OHC 4-valve single-cylinder air-cooled 4-stroke |
| Power | 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 2.0 kg-m @ 6,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Tires | 3.00-19-4PR, 3.50-18-4PR |
| Wheelbase | 1.390 m |
| Dimensions | L 2.140 m W 0.815 m H 1.125 m |
| Seat height | 0.775 m |
| Weight | 131 kg (dry) 141 kg (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 11 l |
| Fuel consumption | 50 km/l @ 50 km/h |
The 1981 CT250S Silk Road was Honda's attempt at a "trekking" motorcycle, marketed between its mechanical siblings, the CB250RS road bike and the XL250 dirt bike. It has slightly more ground clearance than the CB250RS, and an upswept and close-fitted chrome exhaust that is kept clear of both debris and luggage. The Silk Road was offered with a single saddle followed by a chrome baggage rack. A removable pillion seat can be fitted to this rack. Its 6-speed transmission is geared as a regular 5-speed plus one extra-low gear.
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