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Honda unveils CB250SS scrambler concept in China
Honda unveiled its CB250SS scrambler concept at the CIMA motorcycle trade show in Chongqing, China.
The 249cc bike has retro scrambler styling, but its 17-inch alloy wheels, road-focused tyres and short-travel suspension point to road riding rather than serious off-road use.
Honda describes the liquid-cooled engine as tuned for strong low-end torque and smooth power, but has not released power or torque figures.
The bike also has a round display with Honda RoadSync connectivity and an assist-and-slipper clutch, which can reduce the effort needed at the lever.
A production version is expected to reach China first, likely from spring 2027, though Honda has not confirmed a launch date.
The model is aimed at Generation Z riders, and Honda says “SS” stands for style and story, not Supersport.
Availability outside China remains unconfirmed, and the specific version shown is not expected to reach the UK; its prospects for India are also described as slim.
Honda unveiled the CB250SS scrambler concept at the CIMA motorcycle trade show in Chongqing, China.
The bike has a 249cc liquid-cooled engine, a round TFT display with second-generation Honda RoadSync connectivity and an assist-and-slipper clutch.
Its 17-inch alloy wheels, road-biased tyres and short-travel suspension point to road use rather than serious off-road riding.
Honda has not confirmed specifications or availability outside China, while Motorcycle News reports a Chinese production version is expected from around spring 2027.
- Who
- Honda unveiled the CB250SS concept.
- What
- It is a 249cc scrambler-styled motorcycle concept. Honda has not confirmed a non-Chinese specification.
- When
- Honda unveiled it at the CIMA motorcycle trade show; the articles were published on 12 and 13 October 2026.
- Where
- The CIMA motorcycle trade show in Chongqing, China.
- Why
- Honda says the model is aimed at Generation Z riders and describes it as easy to master and fun to ride.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Motorcycle News reported Honda had unveiled the CB250SS at the CIMA motorcycle trade show in Chongqing.
BikeWale reported that Honda had unveiled the CB250SS concept at the show.
Motorcycle News said a production version was expected to reach the Chinese market, likely from spring 2027.
- Engine
- 249cc, liquid-cooled
- Display
- Round TFT with second-generation Honda RoadSync connectivity
- Show
- CIMA motorcycle trade show
- Location
- Chongqing, China
- Expected Chinese launch
- Likely from spring 2027, according to Motorcycle News
What people are saying
easy to master, fun to ride
Sources
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