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Honda CRF230F 2004

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Trail

2004 Honda CRF230F

223cc

4-stroke

237lb

Dry weight

34.1in

Seat height

8.5in

Front travel

6spd

Gearbox

2004 Honda CRF230F at a glanceQuick facts

  • The 2004 Honda CRF230F has a 223cc carbureted 4-stroke engine, a 6-speed gearbox and electric start.
  • The 2004 CRF230F weighs 237 lb dry and has a 34.1 in seat height.
  • The 2004 CRF230F runs an 80/100-21 front and 100/100-18 rear tire.
  • The 2004 CRF230F takes 1.1 US qt (1 L) of 10W-40 engine oil; change it every 600 mi or 6 months.
  • The 2004 CRF230F lists at $3,399 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

About the 2004 Honda CRF230FThe machine

The 2004 Honda CRF230F is an off-road trail motorcycle with a 223 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder four-stroke engine, carburetor, SOHC valve train and six-speed transmission.Its suspension pairs a 37 mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa fork with 8.5 inches of travel and a Pro-Link Showa rear shock with 9.1 inches of travel.

The CRF230F has a 34.1-inch seat height, 11.7 inches of ground clearance and a dry weight of 237.2 lb. It rolls on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels, with a 240 mm front brake disc. This red, one-rider motorcycle is off-road-only, is not street legal in the US and has no lights for night riding. Its US MSRP was $3,399.

Who should ride it

This bike is for a recreational trail rider who wants an off-road-only motorcycle with electric starting, a six-speed gearbox and suspension suited to trail use. The 34.1-inch seat height and 11.7 inches of ground clearance are useful details to consider when matching the bike to your fit and the terrain you ride. It carries one rider and no passenger, and its lack of lights makes it unsuitable for night riding.

2004 Honda CRF230F specificationsTech specs

Engine
Displacement
223cc
Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel system
Carburetor
Bore × stroke
65.5 × 66.2 mm
Compression
9.0:1
Cooling
Air
Configuration
Single-cylinder
Valve train
SOHC
Valves
2
Engine oil
1.1 US qt (1 L)
Oil type
10W-40
Clutch
Actuation
Cable
Assist
None (standard clutch)
Drivetrain
Starting
Electric
Transmission
6-speed
Chain size
520
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
50T
Dimensions
Dry weight
237.2 lb
Seat height
34.1″
Ground clearance
11.7″
Wheelbase
54″
Width
32″
Height
45.6″
Length
81.1″
Fuel capacity
2.17 gal
Price & warranty
Colors
Red
Equipment
Electric starter
Standard
Six-speed transmission
Standard
Hydraulic front disc brake
Standard
Maintenance-free battery
Standard
Spark arrester
Standard
Frame & steering
Rake
26.75°
Trail
4.4″
Suspension
Front
37mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa fork
Front travel
8.5″
Rear
Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload adjustability
Rear travel
9.1″
Wheels & tires
Front wheel
21″
Rear wheel
18″
Front tire
80/100-21 M/C
Rear tire
100/100-18 M/C
Brakes
Front disc
240 mm
Stock features
Street legal (US)
No
Road legal in
None
Battery / electrical
Battery
Yes
Chemistry
Lead acid

2004 Honda CRF230F maintenanceWrench time

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

Service intervals
Change engine oil (first time)
After 100 mi or 1 month
Change engine oil
Every 600 mi or 6 months
Clean air filter
Every 600 mi or 6 months
Inspect spark plug
Every 600 mi or 6 months
Spark plug
Spark plug
DPR8EA-9 (NGK)
Plug gap
0.031–0.035 in (0.80–0.90 mm)
Spark plug (or)
X24EPR-U9 (DENSO)
Spark plug (cold climate)
DPR7EA-9 (NGK)
Spark plug (cold climate)
X22EPR-U9 (DENSO)
Torque specs
Oil drain bolt
15 N·m (11 ft‑lb, 1.5 kgf·m)
Front axle
74 N·m (55 ft‑lb, 7.5 kgf·m)
Front axle pinch bolts
12 N·m (9 ft‑lb, 1.2 kgf·m)
Rear axle nut
108 N·m (80 ft‑lb, 11 kgf·m)

2004 Honda CRF230F vs 2003What changed

Compared with the 2003, the 2004 Honda CRF230F costs $100 more, is 1 lb lighter, has 1 in less front travel, has 0.1 in more rear travel and holds 0.03 gal less fuel.

Spec20032004
MSRP$3,299$3,399
Displacement223ccSame
Weight238 lb237 lb
Seat height34.1 inSame
Front travel9.5 in8.5 in
Rear travel9 in9.1 in
Fuel2.2 gal2.17 gal
Gearbox6-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21Same
Rear tire100/100-18Same

Parts for the 2004 Honda CRF230FParts that fit

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

Maintenance

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

Tires

Stock sizes, from the owner's manual.

Prices include shipping where the store lists it and were checked Oct 30, 2026. Prices change, so confirm at the store before you buy.

Honda CRF230F FAQPit-lane questions

  1. 01

    What engine does the 2004 Honda CRF230F have?

    It has a 223 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder four-stroke engine with a carburetor, SOHC valve train and two valves. Bore and stroke are 65.5 mm and 66.2 mm, and compression is 9.0:1.

  2. 02

    How tall is the seat on the 2004 Honda CRF230F?

    Seat height is 34.1 inches. Ground clearance is 11.7 inches.

  3. 03

    How much does a 2004 Honda CRF230F weigh?

    Its dry weight is 237.2 lb. This is the dry figure, not a ready-to-ride weight.

  4. 04

    How much fuel does the 2004 Honda CRF230F hold?

    Fuel capacity is 2.17 gallons, including a 0.40-gallon reserve.

  5. 05

    What oil does the 2004 Honda CRF230F use?

    It uses SAE 10W-40 four-stroke motorcycle oil. Engine oil capacity after draining is 1.1 US qt (1.0 L).

  6. 06

    Does the 2004 Honda CRF230F have electric start?

    Yes. The CRF230F has electric starting and a manual, cable-operated clutch.

  7. 07

    Is the 2004 Honda CRF230F street legal?

    No. It is an off-road-only motorcycle and is not street legal in the US; it also has no lights for night riding.

  8. 08

    What suspension travel does the 2004 Honda CRF230F have?

    The 37 mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa front fork has 8.5 inches of travel. The Pro-Link Showa rear shock has 9.1 inches of travel and adjustable spring preload.

  9. 09

    What size tires does the 2004 Honda CRF230F use?

    80/100-21 front and 100/100-18 rear.

  10. 10

    What spark plug does the 2004 Honda CRF230F take?

    DPR8EA-9 (NGK), gapped 0.031–0.035 in (0.80–0.90 mm).

  11. 11

    What chain and sprockets does the 2004 Honda CRF230F use?

    A 520 chain on a 13-tooth front and 50-tooth rear sprocket.

  12. 12

    Is the 2004 Honda CRF230F different from the 2003?

    Compared with the 2003, the 2004 Honda CRF230F costs $100 more, is 1 lb lighter, has 1 in less front travel, has 0.1 in more rear travel and holds 0.03 gal less fuel.

Specs from Honda's owner's manual, Honda's website and published spec sheets. Updated . Spot a mistake?

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