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Honda CBF 500 vs Yamaha YZ250

Complete specifications comparison to help you choose

Motorcycle Comparison
Honda CBF 500

Honda CBF 500

৳835,000
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Yamaha YZ250

Yamaha YZ250

৳700,000
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Honda CBF 500 vs Yamaha YZ250 - Detailed Analysis

🏍️ Honda CBF 500 vs Yamaha YZ250 - Complete Comparison Guide 2025

Deciding between the Honda CBF 500 and Yamaha YZ250? This comprehensive comparison covers everything you need to know to make the right choice for your motorcycle needs in Bangladesh.

💰 Price Comparison Bangladesh 2025

The Honda CBF 500 is priced at 450,000,550,000 BDT while the Yamaha YZ250 costs 700,000 BDT. The Honda CBF 500 is 449,999,850,000 BDT more expensive. Both bikes offer excellent value in their respective segments.

🔧 Technical Specifications

The Honda CBF 500 features a N/Acc engine from Honda, making it a strong contender in the Street Bike category. The Yamaha YZ250 comes with a N/Acc engine from Yamaha, positioning it well in the Off-Road segment.

⚡ Key Comparison Points

  • Brand Reputation: Honda vs Yamaha - Both established names in Bangladesh
  • Engine Capacity: N/Acc vs N/Acc
  • Price Point: 450,000,550,000 BDT vs 700,000 BDT
  • Bike Category: Street Bike vs Off-Road
  • Target Market: Different riding preferences and budgets

🎯 Which Motorcycle to Choose?

Choose Honda CBF 500 if you prefer Honda's engineering, Street Bike characteristics, and the 450,000,550,000 BDT price point suits your budget.

Choose Yamaha YZ250 if Yamaha's reputation, Off-Road features, and 700,000 BDT pricing align better with your requirements.

🏆 Final Recommendation

Both motorcycles have strong dealer networks in Bangladesh. Consider test riding both bikes before making your final decision. Factor in after-sales service, spare parts availability, and fuel efficiency based on your specific usage pattern.

💡 Expert Tip: Visit authorized dealers in Dhaka, Chittagong, or your local area to experience both bikes firsthand and negotiate the best price including insurance and registration.

Complete Specifications Comparison

Basic Information

Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8-valve, parallel twin
2-stroke, Liquid-cooled
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8-valve, parallel twin
2-stroke, Liquid-cooled
Controller Type
N/A
N/A
Controller Type
N/A
N/A
Transmission Type
6-speed manual
Manual
Transmission Type
6-speed manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Wet, multi-plate
Wet, Multiplate
Clutch Type
Wet, multi-plate
Wet, Multiplate
Drive Type
Chain
Chain
Drive Type
Chain
Chain
Brand
Honda
Yamaha
Brand
Honda
Yamaha
Model
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZ250
Model
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZ250
Bike Name
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZ250
Bike Name
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZ250
Model Year
2007
2025
Model Year
2007
2025
Category/Type
Street Bike
Off-Road
Category/Type
Street Bike
Off-Road
Country of Origin
Japan
Japan
Country of Origin
Japan
Japan
Assembly Location
Japan
Japan
Assembly Location
Japan
Japan
Status
Discontinued (used only)
Not Available
Status
Discontinued (used only)
Not Available
Colors Available
Black, Silver, Blue
Yamaha Blue
Colors Available
Black, Silver, Blue
Yamaha Blue
Battery Type
Lead-acid
N/A
Battery Type
Lead-acid
N/A
Charger Type
N/A
N/A
Charger Type
N/A
N/A
Seat Type
Split
Single Motocross
Seat Type
Split
Single Motocross
Handle Type
Standard
Motocross Bar
Handle Type
Standard
Motocross Bar
Frame Type
Steel diamond
Aluminum
Frame Type
Steel diamond
Aluminum
Swingarm Type
Dual-sided
Aluminum
Swingarm Type
Dual-sided
Aluminum

Engine & Performance

Displacement (cc)
499.0
249.0
Displacement (cc)
499.0
249.0
Maximum Power
57.00
49.00
Maximum Power
57.00
49.00
Maximum Torque
45.00
47.00
Maximum Torque
45.00
47.00
Peak Power
57 hp @ 9,500 rpm
49
Peak Power
57 hp @ 9,500 rpm
49
Number of Cylinders
2
1
Number of Cylinders
2
1
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Reed Valve
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Reed Valve
Valves Per Cylinder
4
N/A
Valves Per Cylinder
4
N/A
Bore
73.0
66.4
Bore
73.0
66.4
Stroke
59.6
72.0
Stroke
59.6
72.0
Bore x Stroke
73 x 59.6 mm
66.4 x 72.0 mm
Bore x Stroke
73 x 59.6 mm
66.4 x 72.0 mm
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
8.9~10.6:1
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
8.9~10.6:1
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Liquid Cooled
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuel Supply System
Carburetor
Carburetor
Fuel Supply System
Carburetor
Carburetor
Ignition System
Digital CDI
CDI
Ignition System
Digital CDI
CDI
Engine Layout
Parallel Twin
Single Cylinder
Engine Layout
Parallel Twin
Single Cylinder
Engine Oil Grade
10W-40
2T Oil (Premix)
Engine Oil Grade
10W-40
2T Oil (Premix)
Valve Adjustment Interval
24000
N/A
Valve Adjustment Interval
24000
N/A
Starting System
Electric
Kick Start
Starting System
Electric
Kick Start
Engine Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Engine Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Power-to-Weight Ratio
0.31 hp/kg
0.47
Power-to-Weight Ratio
0.31 hp/kg
0.47
Power Consumption
N/A
N/A
Power Consumption
N/A
N/A
Motor Power
N/A
N/A
Motor Power
N/A
N/A
Emission Standard
Euro 2
N/A (off-road use)
Emission Standard
Euro 2
N/A (off-road use)
Battery Power
12V
N/A
Battery Power
12V
N/A
Power Mode Indicator
N/A
No
Power Mode Indicator
N/A
No

Fuel & Mileage

Engine Oil Capacity
2.7
0.8
Engine Oil Capacity
2.7
0.8
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.0
7.0
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.0
7.0
Fuel Economy
N/A
N/A
Fuel Economy
N/A
N/A
Average Mileage
20.0
25.0
Average Mileage
20.0
25.0
Mileage City
N/A
N/A
Mileage City
N/A
N/A
Mileage Highway
N/A
N/A
Mileage Highway
N/A
N/A
Load Capacity
170
90
Load Capacity
170
90
Battery Capacity
12.0
N/A
Battery Capacity
12.0
N/A
Range
340–400 km
175 km (est.)
Range
340–400 km
175 km (est.)
Range Indicator
No
No
Range Indicator
No
No
Range Per Charge (Eco)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Eco)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Normal)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Normal)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Sport)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Sport)
N/A
N/A
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
No
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
No

Performance & Speed

Top Speed
185
130
Top Speed
185
130
Acceleration (0-60)
~3.0 sec
~2.5 seconds (est.)
Acceleration (0-60)
~3.0 sec
~2.5 seconds (est.)
Acceleration (0-100)
~5.5 sec
~5.0 seconds (est.)
Acceleration (0-100)
~5.5 sec
~5.0 seconds (est.)
Quick Shifter
N/A
No
Quick Shifter
N/A
No
Launch Control
N/A
No
Launch Control
N/A
No
Traction Control
No
No
Traction Control
No
No

Transmission & Drive

Number of Gears
6
5
Number of Gears
6
5
Gear Pattern
1-N-2-3-4-5-6
1-N-2-3-4-5
Gear Pattern
1-N-2-3-4-5-6
1-N-2-3-4-5
Gear Ratios
Standard 6-speed
5-speed
Gear Ratios
Standard 6-speed
5-speed
Primary Drive
Chain
Gear
Primary Drive
Chain
Gear
Final Drive
O-ring sealed chain
Chain
Final Drive
O-ring sealed chain
Chain
Drive Chain/Belt Type
Chain
Chain
Drive Chain/Belt Type
Chain
Chain
Chain/Belt Life
1800020000
10000
Chain/Belt Life
1800020000
10000

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length
2170
2170
Overall Length
2170
2170
Overall Width
762
825
Overall Width
762
825
Overall Height
1110
1315
Overall Height
1110
1315
Wheelbase
1480
1485
Wheelbase
1480
1485
Ground Clearance
140
360
Ground Clearance
140
360
Seat Height
770
975
Seat Height
770
975
Step-up Seat Height
770 mm
975 mm
Step-up Seat Height
770 mm
975 mm
Kerb Weight
186.0
104.0
Kerb Weight
186.0
104.0
Gross Weight
183
104
Gross Weight
183
104
Battery Weight
~3 kg
N/A
Battery Weight
~3 kg
N/A

Brakes & Safety

Front Brake Type
Disc (dual-piston/ABS triple-piston)
Disc
Front Brake Type
Disc (dual-piston/ABS triple-piston)
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Brake Size
296.0
270.0
Front Brake Size
296.0
270.0
Rear Brake Size
240.0
240.0
Rear Brake Size
240.0
240.0
ABS Type
Optional (ABS/Non-ABS variants)
No
ABS Type
Optional (ABS/Non-ABS variants)
No
Brake Pad Life
1200015000
5000
Brake Pad Life
1200015000
5000
Braking Distance
42 m (100-0 km/h)
45 m (100-0 km/h, est.)
Braking Distance
42 m (100-0 km/h)
45 m (100-0 km/h, est.)
Regenerative Braking
N/A
N/A
Regenerative Braking
N/A
N/A
Anti-Theft System
N/A
No
Anti-Theft System
N/A
No
Central Lock
N/A
No
Central Lock
N/A
No
Remote Lock
N/A
No
Remote Lock
N/A
No
Handle Lock
Yes
No
Handle Lock
Yes
No
Steering Lock
Yes
No
Steering Lock
Yes
No

Suspension & Handling

Front Suspension Type
41mm telescopic fork
KYB Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Type
41mm telescopic fork
KYB Inverted Fork
Rear Suspension Type
Monoshock, 7-step adjustable
KYB Monoshock
Rear Suspension Type
Monoshock, 7-step adjustable
KYB Monoshock
Front Suspension Travel
120.0
300.0
Front Suspension Travel
120.0
300.0
Rear Suspension Travel
125.0
315.0
Rear Suspension Travel
125.0
315.0
Adjustable Controls
Yes (levers, preload)
Yes
Adjustable Controls
Yes (levers, preload)
Yes
Climbing Ability
N/A
High
Climbing Ability
N/A
High

Wheels & Tires

Front Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17
80/100-21
Front Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17
80/100-21
Rear Tyre Size
160/60 ZR17
110/90-19
Rear Tyre Size
160/60 ZR17
110/90-19
Front Wheel Size
17
21
Front Wheel Size
17
21
Rear Wheel Size
17
19
Rear Wheel Size
17
19
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Tyre Brand
Varies (OEM: Bridgestone/Michelin)
Dunlop
Tyre Brand
Varies (OEM: Bridgestone/Michelin)
Dunlop
Tyre Life
1200015000
5000
Tyre Life
1200015000
5000
Wheel Type
Cast
Spoke
Wheel Type
Cast
Spoke
Wheel Material
Alloy
Aluminum
Wheel Material
Alloy
Aluminum

Electrical & Battery

Motor Efficiency
N/A
N/A
Motor Efficiency
N/A
N/A
Motor Life
N/A
N/A
Motor Life
N/A
N/A
Motor Placement
N/A
N/A
Motor Placement
N/A
N/A
Motor Controller
N/A
N/A
Motor Controller
N/A
N/A
Controller Voltage
N/A
N/A
Controller Voltage
N/A
N/A
Controller Life
N/A
N/A
Controller Life
N/A
N/A
Battery Voltage
12.0
N/A
Battery Voltage
12.0
N/A
Battery Rating
12V
N/A
Battery Rating
12V
N/A
Battery Life
24
N/A
Battery Life
24
N/A
Battery Warranty
1 year
N/A
Battery Warranty
1 year
N/A
Battery Removable
Yes
N/A
Battery Removable
Yes
N/A
Battery Replacement Cost
40006000
N/A
Battery Replacement Cost
40006000
N/A
Battery Health Check
Manual
N/A
Battery Health Check
Manual
N/A
Battery Life Indicator
N/A
N/A
Battery Life Indicator
N/A
N/A
Battery Management System
N/A
N/A
Battery Management System
N/A
N/A
Charging Time
N/A
N/A
Charging Time
N/A
N/A
Charging Port
N/A
N/A
Charging Port
N/A
N/A
Charging Input
N/A
N/A
Charging Input
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
N/A
N/A
USB Charging
No
No
USB Charging
No
No

Lighting & Display

Error Code Display
No
N/A
Error Code Display
No
N/A
Headlight Type
Halogen
N/A
Headlight Type
Halogen
N/A
Tail Light Type
Bulb
N/A
Tail Light Type
Bulb
N/A
Turn Signal Type
Bulb
N/A
Turn Signal Type
Bulb
N/A
DRL
No
No
DRL
No
No
Hazard Light
No
No
Hazard Light
No
No
Display Type
Analog
N/A
Display Type
Analog
N/A
Speedometer Type
Analog
N/A
Speedometer Type
Analog
N/A
Odometer Type
Analog
N/A
Odometer Type
Analog
N/A
Tachometer Type
Analog
N/A
Tachometer Type
Analog
N/A
Fuel Gauge Type
Analog
N/A
Fuel Gauge Type
Analog
N/A
Clock
Yes
No
Clock
Yes
No
Pass Light Switch
Yes
No
Pass Light Switch
Yes
No
Side Stand Indicator
No
No
Side Stand Indicator
No
No

Technology & Features

Trip Meter
Yes
N/A
Trip Meter
Yes
N/A
Mobile Connectivity
N/A
No
Mobile Connectivity
N/A
No
Bluetooth Features
N/A
No
Bluetooth Features
N/A
No
Navigation
N/A
No
Navigation
N/A
No
Riding Modes
N/A
No
Riding Modes
N/A
No
Parking Mode
N/A
No
Parking Mode
N/A
No
Reverse Mode
N/A
N/A
Reverse Mode
N/A
N/A

Comfort & Ergonomics

Wind Protection
Minimal (small screen)
No
Wind Protection
Minimal (small screen)
No
Pillion Seat
Yes
No
Pillion Seat
Yes
No
Pillion Footrest
Yes
No
Pillion Footrest
Yes
No
Pillion Grab Rails
Yes
No
Pillion Grab Rails
Yes
No
Footpeg Position
Standard
Standard
Footpeg Position
Standard
Standard
Storage Compartments
No
No
Storage Compartments
No
No
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Under Seat Storage
No
No

Pricing & Availability

Ex-showroom Price
450000550000.00 BDT
700000.00 BDT
Ex-showroom Price
450000550000.00 BDT
700000.00 BDT
On-Road Price
N/A
N/A
On-Road Price
N/A
N/A
Regular Price
450000550000.00 BDT
700000.00 BDT
Regular Price
450000550000.00 BDT
700000.00 BDT
Special Price
N/A
N/A
Special Price
N/A
N/A
Registration Cost
2500035000
6000080000
Registration Cost
2500035000
6000080000
Insurance Cost
1500025000
6000080000
Insurance Cost
1500025000
6000080000
EMI Options
Rare/Not common
Rare/Not available
EMI Options
Rare/Not common
Rare/Not available
Distributor/Seller
Importers/Used Bike Dealers
Importer/Dealer
Distributor/Seller
Importers/Used Bike Dealers
Importer/Dealer
Service Cost
25004000
N/A
Service Cost
25004000
N/A
Running Cost
Low to moderate
Medium
Running Cost
Low to moderate
Medium

Service & Maintenance

Air Filter Service Interval
10,000 km
2,000 km (off-road use)
Air Filter Service Interval
10,000 km
2,000 km (off-road use)
Service Reminder
No
No
Service Reminder
No
No
Spare Parts Availability
Moderate (imported)
Limited
Spare Parts Availability
Moderate (imported)
Limited
Service Intervals
5000
2000
Service Intervals
5000
2000
Warranty Terms
N/A (imported/used)
N/A (imported)
Warranty Terms
N/A (imported/used)
N/A (imported)
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