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Honda Rebel CMX250C, CMX250CD Motorcycles

1984 Honda Rebel 250 CM250C’84

Engine

Engine Type 234cc OHC, Parallel Twin
Bore And Stroke 53 x 53 mm
Compression Ratio 9.4:1
Carburetor 26 mm with accelerator pump
Valve Train
Ignition CDI with electronic advance
Starter electric
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission Five-speed, constant mesh
Drive line Polyurethane/Aramid fibre belt
The belt is quiet, smooth and low on maintenance
Easy-to-use belt tension measurement tool in tool kit
Clutch Wet, Multi-plate

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Twin VHD Shocks with two stage rebound damping and five way spring preload adjustment
Front Brakes Drum
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.25-18
Rear Tire 110/90-16

DIMENSION

Overall length 2030 mm (79.9 in.)
Overall width 810 mm (31.9 in.)
Wheelbase 1345 mm (52.9 in.)
Seat Height 730 mm (28.7 in.)
Dry Weight 129 kg (284.3 lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity 12.5 litres (3.3 GalUS) (2.8 Gal-Imp)

OTHER

Handlebars Pull-back style
Color Black with red color on tank and side cover
Warranty

1985 Rebel 250 CMX250C’85 (CMX250CL’85 in California)

Engine

Engine Type 234cc 4-stroke OHC parallel twin
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color
  • Candy Supreme Red
  • Pearl Stellar Black
  • The fuel tank wing decal is brown, orange, and yellow
  • The side covers were chrome plated
  • The frame and control levers were black
  • The California serial number began JH2MC1311FK000001 while the rest of the United States models began JH2MC1302FK000001.

1986 CMX250C’86 Rebel

Engine

Engine Type 234cc 4-stroke OHC parallel twin
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color either Pearl Stellar Black or Candy Eiger Blue
  • The black bike was the same as the 1985 model
  • The blue bike’s tank decal was black, gray, and silver
  • Also the “REBEL” decal was silver and black; and the frame was black
  • The frame and control levers were black
  • The side covers were chrome plated
  • The serial number began JH2MC130*GK000001.

1986 CMX250CD’86 Rebel 250 Limited

Engine

Engine Type 234cc 4-stroke OHC parallel twin
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color Pearl Stellar Black
  • The gas tank and rear fender striping was gold
  • the cylinder head cover, headlight, and speedometer rims were gold
  • The gas tank cap and carburetor cover were gold
  • The engine cases, fork legs, and handlebar levers were chrome plated
  • The side covers were chrome plated
  • The serial number began JH2MC132*GK000001.

1987 CMX250C’87 Rebel

Engine

Engine Type
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color Black or Candy Wineberry Red
  • The black bike’s tank decal was dark, medium, and light brown
  • The red bike’s tank decal was gray, silver, and white
  • The red bike’s frame was also red
  • The side covers were chrome plated
  • The serial number began JH2MC130*HK200001.

1994 CMX250C’94 Rebel

Engine

Engine Type
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color
  • The serial number began JH2MC130*R____.

1996 CMX250C’96 Rebel

Engine

Engine Type
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color
  • The top picture shows the model sold in 1996 in the USA in just one color: Magna Red
  • This bike had been absent from the Honda lineup for nine years
  • In Canada the color scheme was black and silver and the tank was different (bottom picture)
  • The seat height was extremely low
  • The serial number began JH2MC130*TK300001.

1997 CMX250C’97 Rebel

Engine

Engine Type
Bore And Stroke
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission
Drive line
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes
Rear Brake
Front Tire
Rear Tire

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Dry Weight
Fuel Tank Capacity

OTHER

Handlebars
Color Black with Enamel Cream
  • Pearl Shining Yellow with White
  • The serial number began JH2MC130*VK400001.

1999 CMX250C Rebel

Engine

Engine Type 234 cc, 4 Stroke – Air Cooled – Parallel Twin
Bore And Stroke 53 mm x 53 mm
Compression Ratio
Carburetor
Valve Train 2 valves/cylinder
Horsepower 18.5 hp (138 kW) @ 8250 rpm
Maximum Torque 118.6 Nm (87.7 ft. lbs) @ 5500 rpm
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5 speed
Final Drive Chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes single 240 mm disc with 2-piston calipers
Rear Brake
Front Tire 3.00-17
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Seat Height 675 mm (26.6 inches)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 141 kg (310.9 pounds)
Fuel Tank Capacity 10 litres (2.6 Gal)

OTHER

2000 CMX250C REBEL

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive “O” ring chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork, 115mm travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment, 74mm travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Mechanical drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1″)
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 liters

OTHER

Handlebars
Color Black

2001 CMX250C REBEL

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive “O” ring chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork, 115mm travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment, 74mm travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Mechanical drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1″)
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 liters

OTHER

Handlebars
Color Black

2002 CMX250C REBEL

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive “O” ring chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork, 115mm travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment, 74mm travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Mechanical drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1″)
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 liters

OTHER

Handlebars
Color Black

2003 CMX250C REBEL

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive “O” ring chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork, 115mm travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment, 74mm travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Mechanical drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1″)
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 liters

OTHER

Handlebars
Color
  • Pearl Blue
  • Black

2004 CMX250C REBEL

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition CDI
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1″)
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Color
  • Black
  • Red
Warranty 1 year

2005 CMX250C REBEL

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition CDI
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch (117mm) travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; (74mm) 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Overall length
Overall width
Wheelbase 1450mm (57.1″)
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 10 litres (2.6 gallons), including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Color
  • Black
  • Candy Orange
Warranty 1 year

2006 CMX250C Rebel

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition CD
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch (117mm) travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; (74mm) 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Rake 30-degree 40′
Trail 113mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Color
  •  Black
  • Pearl White
  • Blue
Model ID  CMX250C

2007 CMX250C Rebel

OVERVIEW

  • Overview: There are heaps of style and loads of user-friendly performance wrapped in this timeless 250-class package. Classic styling, reliable four-stroke power from its 234cc air-cooled twin, effortless, confidence-inspiring handling — that’s the Rebel, hands-down the best entry-level bike on the road, in a nutshell.

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV
Valve Train SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Ignition CD
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Rake 30-degree 40′
Trail 113mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight 139 kg (306.4 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions Meets Current EPA standards
California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Color
  • Candy Dark Red
  • Black
Model ID CMX250C

2008 CMX250C Rebel

OVERVIEW

  • Overview: There are entry-level cruisers, and then there’s the Rebel-sporting more style and user-friendly performance than any other 250-class machine out there. Dependable Honda four-stroke power, exceptional handling, styling as classic as it is attractive, an all-new Silver paint scheme … what’s not to like about this great entry-level cruiser on the road? Correct. Absolutely nothing.

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm, diaphragm-type CV carburetor
Valve Train SOHC; two valves per cylinder
Ignition CD
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission Five-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Rake 30-degree 40′
Trail 113mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Dry Weight TBD
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions Meets Current EPA standards. California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Color
  • Black
  • Silver Metallic
Model ID CMX250C
Warranty 1 yearCoverage of defects in materials and workmanship

2009 CMX250C Rebel

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm diaphragm-type constant-velocity (CV) carburetor
Valve Train SOHC; two valves per cylinder
Ignition CD
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission Five-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Rake 30-degree 40′
Trail 113mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Curb Weight 331 lbs (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel ready to ride)
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions
Color
  • Black,
  • Ultra Blue Metallic
Model ID CMX250C
Warranty One Year: Transferable one-year unlimited-mileage warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan

2012 CMX250C Rebel

Engine

Engine Type 234cc Air-COOLED parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53mm x 53mm
Compression Ratio 9.2: 1
Fuel Delivery Single 26mm diaphragm-type constant-velocity (CV) carburetor
Valve Train SOHC; two valves per cylinder
Ignition CD
Starter
Max Power
Max Torque

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission Five-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Front Brakes Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15

DIMENSION

Rake 30-degree 40′
Trail 113mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Seat Height 675mm (26.6″)
Curb Weight 331 lbs (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel ready to ride)
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve

OTHER

Emissions Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Miles Per Gallon 2.8 L/100km (84 mpgUS)
Color
  • Matte Silver
  • Candy Red
Model ID CMX250C
Warranty One Year: Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

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