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2003 Honda CR250R

249cc

2-stroke

213lb

Dry weight

37.4in

Seat height

12.4in

Front travel

5spd

Gearbox

2003 Honda CR250R overview

The 2003 Honda CR250R is a motocross racing bike with a 249 cc liquid-cooled, carbureted single-cylinder two-stroke engine, kickstart and five-speed transmission. Its aluminum perimeter frame is paired with a 47 mm inverted Showa cartridge fork and an adjustable Pro-Link Showa rear shock, with 12.4 in of front travel and 12.6 in at the rear.

Updates for 2003 include a reshaped RC valve and exhaust port, an eight-petal reed valve replacing the four-petal design, revised frame gussets and cylinder-head hanger, a stiffer rear-shock bracket, a 34 mm fork compression valve and revised rear damping. The bike has a 37.4 in seat height, 13.6 in of ground clearance and a 2 gal fuel capacity.

Who it's for

This CR250R is aimed at motocross racers and riders who spend their time practicing or competing on closed-course tracks. Its two-stroke engine, five-speed gearbox and adjustable suspension suit riders looking for a dedicated racing machine rather than a street motorcycle. The 37.4 in seat height and kickstart are practical considerations when assessing fit and setup for your track riding.

Quick facts

  • The 2003 Honda CR250R has a 249cc carbureted 2-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and kick start.
  • The 2003 CR250R weighs 213 lb dry and has a 37.4 in seat height.
  • The 2003 CR250R runs 80/100-21 front and 110/90-19 rear tires.
  • The 2003 CR250R runs premix at 32:1.
  • The 2003 CR250R lists at $5,899 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

2003 Honda CR250R specifications

Engine

Displacement
249cc
Stroke
2-stroke
Fuel system
Carburetor
Bore × stroke
66.4 × 72 mm
Compression
8.5:1
Cooling
Liquid
Configuration
Single-cylinder
Oil chamber
Dual
Engine lubrication
Premix (oil in the fuel)
Premix ratio
32:1 (fuel to oil)
2-stroke oil
Pro Honda HP2 2-stroke oil or equivalent
Gearbox oil
0.7 US qt (0.65 L)
Gearbox oil type
10W-40
Coolant
1.1 US qt (1.08 L)

Clutch

Type
Wet multiplate
Actuation
Cable
Assist
None (standard clutch)

Drivetrain

Starting
Kick
Transmission
5-speed
Chain size
520
Chain links
114
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
48T

Dimensions

Dry weight
213 lb
Seat height
37.4″
Ground clearance
13.6″
Wheelbase
58.7″
Width
32.4″
Height
50″
Length
86.2″
Fuel capacity
2 gal

Price & warranty

Colors
Red

Frame & steering

Frame material
Aluminum
Architecture
Perimeter
Rake
26.7°
Trail
4.2″

Suspension

Front
47 mm inverted Showa cartridge fork; adjustable rebound and compression damping
Front travel
12.4″
Rear
Pro-Link system; fully adjustable Showa single shock
Rear travel
12.6″

Wheels & tires

Front wheel
21″
Rear wheel
19″
Front tire
80/100-21 51M Dunlop K490G
Rear tire
110/90-19 62M Dunlop K695

Brakes

Front disc
240 mm
Rear disc
240 mm

Stock features

Street legal (US)
No

Battery / electrical

Battery
No

2003 Honda CR250R maintenance

From the maker's manuals. Tap a row to see the manual page.

Service intervals

Clean air filter
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Inspect spark plug
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Replace spark plug
Every 3 races or about 7.5 hours
Change gearbox oil
Every 3 races or about 7.5 hours
Replace piston and rings
Every 3 races or about 7.5 hours

Spark plug

Spark plug
NGK BR8EG
Plug gap
0.020 – 0.024 in (0.5 – 0.6 mm)
Spark plug (alternative)
DENSO W24ESR-V
Spark plug (optional)
NGK BR8EV
Spark plug (optional)
DENSO W24ESR-G

Torque specs

Gearbox oil drain plug
21 ft‑lb (29 N·m, 3.0 kgf·m)
Front axle nut
65 ft‑lb (88 N·m, 9.0 kgf·m)
Front axle pinch bolts
15 ft‑lb (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m)
Rear axle nut
94 ft‑lb (127 N·m, 13.0 kgf·m)
Upper triple clamp bolts
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Lower triple clamp bolts
15 ft‑lb (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m)
Steering stem nut
80 ft‑lb (108 N·m, 11.0 kgf·m)
Handlebar clamp bolts
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front brake caliper mounting bolts
22 ft‑lb (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m)
Front brake disc nuts
12 ft‑lb (16 N·m, 1.6 kgf·m)
Rear brake disc nuts
12 ft‑lb (16 N·m, 1.6 kgf·m)
Rear sprocket nuts
24 ft‑lb (32 N·m, 3.3 kgf·m)
Chain adjuster locknut
20 ft‑lb (27 N·m, 2.8 kgf·m)
Shock absorber top mount
32 ft‑lb (44 N·m, 4.5 kgf·m)

Parts that fit the 2003 Honda CR250R

Exact parts for this bike. Tap one to see every store selling it, cheapest first.

Maintenance

Oil, filters, spark plug, battery, brakes and drive parts you replace as you ride.

Tires

Stock sizes, from the maker's manual.

Controls

Grips, and the throttle part each bike needs to fit them.

Prices include shipping where the store lists it and were checked Oct 31, 2026. A store that doesn't list its shipping is placed as if it charged what the other stores do. Prices change, so confirm at the store before you buy.

2003 Honda CR250R vs 2002

None of the specs below changed from the 2002 model.

Spec20022003Changed
MSRP$5,899Same
Displacement249ccSame
Dry weight213 lbSame
Seat height37.4 inSame
Front travel12.4 inSame
Rear travel12.6 inSame
Fuel2 galSame
Gearbox5-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21 51M Dunlop K490GSame
Rear tire110/90-19 62M Dunlop K695Same

2003 Honda CR250R photos

Honda CR250R FAQ

  1. What engine does the 2003 Honda CR250R have?

    It has a liquid-cooled, carbureted, single-cylinder two-stroke engine with a manual wet multiplate clutch.

  2. How tall is the seat on the 2003 Honda CR250R?

    The seat height is 37.4 in.

  3. How much does the 2003 Honda CR250R weigh?

    Its dry weight is 213 lb.

  4. How much suspension travel does the 2003 Honda CR250R have?

    Front travel is 12.4 in, and rear-wheel travel is 12.6 in.

  5. How much fuel does the 2003 Honda CR250R hold?

    Fuel capacity is 2 gal.

  6. What oil and premix ratio does the 2003 Honda CR250R use?

    Use Pro Honda HP2 two-stroke oil or an equivalent mixed at a 32:1 fuel-to-oil ratio.

  7. What transmission oil does the 2003 Honda CR250R use?

    Use SAE 10W-40 oil meeting JASO MA, such as Pro Honda HP Trans Oil, Pro Honda GN4 or HP4 without molybdenum additives.

  8. Is the 2003 Honda CR250R street legal in the US?

    No. The 2003 Honda CR250R is not street legal in the US.

  9. What was the MSRP of the 2003 Honda CR250R?

    The US MSRP was $5,899.

  10. What size tires does the 2003 Honda CR250R use?

    80/100-21 front and 110/90-19 rear.

  11. What spark plug does the 2003 Honda CR250R take?

    NGK BR8EG, gapped 0.020 – 0.024 in (0.5 – 0.6 mm).

  12. What chain and sprockets does the 2003 Honda CR250R use?

    A 520 chain with 114 links on a 13-tooth front and 48-tooth rear sprocket.

  13. Is the 2003 Honda CR250R different from the 2002 model?

    Yes. New for 2003: a reshaped RC valve and exhaust port, an eight-petal reed valve in place of the four-petal one, revised frame gussets and cylinder-head hanger, a stiffer rear-shock bracket, a 34 mm fork compression valve and revised rear damping. None of the main specs changed from the 2002 model.

Other Honda CR250R model years

Specs from Honda's service manual and Honda's website. Updated .