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2005 Honda Nighthawk 250

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2005 Honda Nighthawk 250

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2005 Honda Nighthawk 250 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type  Standard
BASE MSRP(US)  $3,599.00 Find Your Local Honda Dealer
Dealers Honda Dealers
Warranty  12
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Engine:  
Engine Type  Parallel Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Air
Valves  4
Valves Per Cylinder  2
Valve Configuration  SOHC
Bore (mm/in)  53 / 2.09
Stroke (mm/in)  53 / 2.09
Displacement (cc/ci)  234 / 14.3
Compression Ratio  9.2:1
Starter  Electric
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Fuel Type  Gas
Fuel Injector  No
Carburetor  Yes
Number Of Carburetors  1
Carburetor Size (mm)  26
Carburetion Type  Carburetor
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Chain
Reverse  No
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Steel
Tube / Tubeless  Tubed
Chromed  Yes
Front Tire Width  90
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  100
Front Wheel Diameter  18
Rear Tire Width  120
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  90
Rear Wheel Diameter  16
Front Tire (Full Spec)  90/100 R18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  120/90 R16
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Drum
Rear Brake Type  Drum
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)  1.2 / 31
Front Travel (in/mm)  5.5 / 139.7
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  3.9 / 99.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  2
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Wheelbase (in/mm)  56.3 / 1430
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  287 / 130.2
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  4.3 / 16.3
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)  0.8 / 3
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)  0.82
Seats:  
Seat Type  One-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Material  Vinyl
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  29.3 / 744.2
Number Of Seats  2
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Steel
Body Material  Plastic
Hand Grips  Standard
Foot Peg Location  Driver and Passenger
Adjustable  No
Drive Shaft Guard  No
Fork Guards  No
Belt Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Light Guard  No
Side Cover  Yes
Front Fender  Standard
Rear Fender  Standard
Top Crown  Standard
Stand Type  Kick
Handlebars  Standard
License Plate  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Trip Odometer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Pricing:  
Warranty (Months/Condition)  12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)  0
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Standard
Manufacturer Country  Japan
Parent Company  Honda
Display Name  Nighthawk 250
Paint & Finish:  
Paint  Standard
Convenience:  
Handlebar Lock  Standard
Glass:  
Folding  Yes
Storage:  
Underseat Storage  Standard
Lights:  
Headlight Mounts  Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard
Headlight (s)  Standard
Type  Halogen

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Gets the Job Done
Dec. 14, 2019
I've had this bike for about 3k miles. I changed out the front sprocket for a 15 tooth. Cruises comfortably at 65, can do 80+ if you push it. I've consistently gotten 75-80 mpg and have been able to travel 250+ miles in a day w/o noticeable discomfort. I did add a gel seat cushion for comfort and m... Read Full Review

 

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By Daniel Muha(Owner), Oct. 11, 2008
nice looking bike for 1 up riding.
though slightly under powered,it will give the gas saver a good ride around town. Read Full Review

 

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