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More than a great starter bike, the Nighthawk is the perfect mix of performance, value and legendary Honda reliability. Lightweight, user-friendly and confidence-inspiring, this 234cc parallel twin delivers everything you could ever ask for in an entry-level machine. And that makes it simply a great motorcycle, period. |

| MSRP* | $3,599 |
| Engine type | 234cc air-cooled vertical twin-cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 53.0mm x 53.0mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Valve Train | SOHC; two valves per cylinder |
| Carburetion | Single 26.0mm CV |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Transmission | Five-speed |
| Final Drive | O-ring-sealed chain |
| Front suspension | 31.0mm fork; 4.8-inch travel |
| Rear suspension | Dual rear shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 3.9-inch travel |
| Front brakes | Drum |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Front tire | 90/100-18 |
| Rear tire | 120/90-16 |
| Wheelbase | 56.3 inches |
| Seat height | 29.3 inches |
| Dry weight | 286 pounds |
| Fuel capacity | 4.3 gallons, including 0.8-gallon reserve |
| Emissions | Meets current CARB and EPA standards. California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment |
| Color | Metallic Silver |
| Model ID | CB250 |