2026 Yamaha R2 vs CF MOTO 250SR
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2026 Yamaha R2 81 cm Tallest seat here
- CF MOTO 250SR 78 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 26.5 hp (2026 Yamaha R2) up to 27.8 hp (CF MOTO 250SR).
- Torque spans 19.1 Nm (2026 Yamaha R2) up to 22 Nm (CF MOTO 250SR).
- Weight spans 149 kg (2026 Yamaha R2) to 165 kg (CF MOTO 250SR).
- Displacement spans 200 cc (2026 Yamaha R2) to 250 cc (CF MOTO 250SR).
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| Specification | Yamaha R2 | CF MOTO 250SR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | CF MOTO |
| Model | Yamaha R2 | CF MOTO 250SR |
| Engine size | 200cc | 250cc |
| Power | 26.5hp | 27.8hp |
| Torque | 19.1nm. | 22nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 149kg | 165kg |
| Front brake | Single 282 mm disc with dual-channel ABS; | 292mm disc with 4-piston caliper (CF MOTO calipers) |
| Rear brake | Single 220 mm disc with dual-channel ABS | 220mm disc with single-piston caliper ABS (CF MOTO calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 78cm |
| Front tyre | 100/80-17M/C (Tubeless) | 110/70-17 (CST) |
| Rear tyre | 140/70-17M/C (Tubeless) | 140/60-17 (CST) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 37 mm Upside-Down (USD) telescopic forks | 37mm inverted fork telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Link type Monocross | Single central shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 156km/h | 161km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 12 L – 3 L/100km | 13 L – 3.5 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | Price not listed. | $3949 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | Front Suspension: 37 mm Upside-Down (USD) telescopic forks |
-Euro5, Slipper Clutch -Ghost display, Navigation, Bluetooth Connectivity -Power modes: Sport and Economic -Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2026 Yamaha R2 vs 2023 CF MOTO 250SR: listed specifications
The 2026 Yamaha R2 and 2023 CF MOTO 250SR are closely matched in peak power, while the R2 has a lower listed weight, and the 250SR has more displacement and torque.
Engine displacement
250SR has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (250 cc vs 200 cc).
Peak power
R2 and 250SR have very similar peak power (26.5 hp vs 27.8 hp).
Torque
250SR has a clear listed torque advantage (22 Nm vs 19.1 Nm).
Listed top speed
R2 and 250SR have very similar listed top speeds (156 km/h vs 161 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R2 is notably lighter on the listed weight (149 kg vs 165 kg). 250SR has a lower listed seat height (78 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, weight and seat height, while peak power and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Yamaha R2 vs CF MOTO 250SR?
CF MOTO 250SR is listed at 161 km/h (100 mph) vs 156 km/h (97 mph) for Yamaha R2.
Which has more horsepower, Yamaha R2 or CF MOTO 250SR?
CF MOTO 250SR has 28 hp compared with 27 hp on the Yamaha R2.
Which is lighter, Yamaha R2 or CF MOTO 250SR?
Yamaha R2 is lighter at 149 kg vs 165 kg for CF MOTO 250SR.
Which is better, Yamaha R2 or CF MOTO 250SR?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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