| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | 
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| Model ID | 
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Honda | 
| Model Name | XL 250 S | 
| Year | 1981 | 
| Category(class) | Enduro | 
| Engine | 
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 248 ccm (15.13 cubic inches) | 
| Engine Type | 1 cylinder | 
| Bore x Stroke | Ø74.0 mm x 57.8 mm (Ø2.91 inches x 2.28 inches) | 
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.28 | 
| Stroke | 4 | 
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 
| Timing System | OHC | 
| Cooling System | Air | 
| Powertrain | 
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| Gearbox | 5 speed | 
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | 
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| Front Brakes | Drum | 
| Rear Brakes | Drum | 
| Front Tire | 3.00-23 | 
| Rear Tire | 4.60-18 | 
| Dimensions | 
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| Curb Weight | 132 kg (291 lb) | 
| Fuel Capacity | 9.5 litres (2.51 gallons) | 
| Performance | 
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| Max Power | 17.00 HP (12.4 kW) at 7000 RPM | 
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.13 Hp/Kg | 
| Top Speed | 111 km/h (69mph) | 
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time |  | 
| 0-100 km/h | 12 seconds | 
| 0-60 mph | 11.4 seconds | 
| 1/4 mile | - | 
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |