The Honda Collection Hall is a museum for four-wheeled and two-wheeled vehicles located in Twin Ring Motegi, Haga-gun, Tochigi Prefecture. It was opened in March 1998 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Honda Motor Company and to convey the spirit of Honda's origins to many visitors. In addition, the company is conducting a riding test to see if the motorcycle is actually performing well. A video of the test ride was taken to allow you to see many of the models in action. We've compiled those videos, broken down by age and displacement, into a feature. Your first motorcycle may be here. We invite you to relive the old days of your fascination with motorcycles and enjoy the motorcycle life again.
HONDA VTR250 (1997) Introduction
Honda Collection Hall Test Ride Video of HONDA VTR250 (1997)
The VTR was exhibited as a reference model at the 32nd Tokyo Motor Show, and was well received by a wide range of people, from young people to adults.
The body is based on the design concept of the 1,000cc super sports model Firestorm, and features a truss structure swing arm and pivotless frame for a light ride.
The engine is a liquid-cooled, four-stroke DOHC V-twin that is easy to handle for a wide range of applications, from city riding to suburban touring.
The design is simple in pursuit of functional beauty, with innovative styling that accentuates the truss structure of the frame.
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin engine with persistent power at low and medium speeds and light output at high speeds
The liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, V-twin engine, which is used in the Zervis and V-twin Magna and has a reputation for high reliability and ease of use, delivers powerful output in the low- and mid-speed ranges. In addition, the wide ratio five-speed transmission provides a light and lively ride in a wide range of applications from city to highway touring.
Pivotless frame with slim and lightweight truss structure
The diamond-shaped frame with a newly designed truss structure that follows the design concept of the Firestorm features a pivotless structure with no swingarm pivot in the frame itself, giving the VTR light and supple maneuverability. The shape of the VTR is simple and unique.
Simple and unique form
The VTR's simple design, based on the pursuit of functional beauty and thorough weight reduction, gives the VTR unique and innovative styling, while realizing a lightweight body with a dry weight of 139 kg.
Other features
- Low seat height of 780 mm for excellent legroom
- Front suspension uses large-diameter φ41mm front forks.
- Disc brakes with excellent stopping power and control for both front and rear.
- Front disc brakes feature a floating disc plate with dual piston calipers. The front brakes feature a floating disc plate with a dual-piston caliper, while the rear brakes feature a solid disc plate with a single-piston caliper.
Both front and rear wheels are cast aluminum wheels with a Z-shaped cross-section, newly developed exclusively for the VTR.
Color scheme Italian Red
An intense, passionate color with an Italian flair
Force Silver Metallic
Force Silver Metallic is a color that emphasizes sharpness and unity with the frame.
Black
Emphasizes strength and fearlessness
The above three colors are designed to meet the tastes of a wide range of users.
1997 HONDA VTR250 Specifications
| Maker | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model Name | MC33 |
| Type · Grade | - |
| Engine Type | Water-Cooled 4 Stroke/DOHC 4-Valve/V-Shaped Twin Cylinder |
| Engine Starting Method | |
| Engine Operation | |
| Maximum Output (ps) | 32PS/10500rpm |
| Maximum Torque (kgf/m) | 2.4kg-m/8500rpm |
| Model | |
| Vehicle Weight (Dry Weight) | 139kg |
| Displacement | 249cc |
| Vehicle Weight (Curb Weight) | 160 kg |
| Release year | 1996 |
| Length(mm)・Height(mm)・Width(mm) | 2.040×0.720×1.050 |
| Fuel Efficiency by Catalog | - |
| Seat Height | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13 |
| Front Tire Indication | 110/70-17 |
| Fuel Supply | Carburetor |
| for Rear Tire Indication | 140/70-17 |
1997 HONDA VTR250 Service Data
| Standard Plug | - |
|---|---|
| Sprocket size | - |
| Number of Used Plugs | - |
| Chain Size | - |
| Plug Gap | - |
| Battery Code | - |
| Engine Oil Amount | - |
| Head Light | - |
| Headlamp Type | - |
| Engine Oil (Refill) | - |
| Headlamp Remarks | - |
| Engine Oil (Element Replacement) | - |
| Tail Light | - |
| Front Blinker Rating | - |
| Rear Blinker Rating | - |
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