Honda CRF230F 2006
Trail
223cc
4-stroke
238lb
Dry weight
34.1in
Seat height
8.5in
Front travel
6spd
Gearbox
2006 Honda CRF230F at a glanceQuick facts
- The 2006 Honda CRF230F has a 223cc carbureted 4-stroke engine, a 6-speed gearbox and electric start.
- The 2006 CRF230F weighs 238 lb dry and has a 34.1 in seat height.
- The 2006 CRF230F runs an 80/100-21 front and 100/100-18 rear tire.
- The 2006 CRF230F takes 1.1 US qt (1 L) of 10W-40 engine oil; change it every 600 mi or 6 months.
- The 2006 CRF230F lists at $3,599 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.
About the 2006 Honda CRF230FThe machine
The 2006 Honda CRF230F is an off-road trail bike powered by a 223cc, air-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine with a carburetor, SOHC two-valve head, electric start, and six-speed transmission. Its 37mm leading-axle Showa fork provides 8.5 inches of travel, while the Pro-Link Showa rear shock offers 9.1 inches and adjustable spring preload. The bike has a 34.1-inch seat height, 11.7 inches of ground clearance, and a 2.17-gallon fuel tank. It weighs 238 lb dry and is intended for off-road use, not public-road riding.
Who should ride it
This CRF230F is for riders looking for a dedicated trail bike for off-road routes and recreational trail riding. Its six-speed transmission, electric start, and trail-oriented suspension suit riders who want a straightforward dirtbike setup rather than public-road equipment. The 34.1-inch seat height and 238 lb dry weight are useful fit and handling figures to consider before buying. It is built for one rider, with no passenger capacity, and is not street legal in the United States.
2006 Honda CRF230F specificationsTech specs
- 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
- Actuation
- Cable
- Assist
- None (standard clutch)
- Starting
- Electric
- Transmission
- 6-speed
- Chain size
- 520
- Front sprocket
- 13T
- Rear sprocket
- 50T
- Dry weight
- 238 lb
- Seat height
- 34.1″
- Ground clearance
- 11.7″
- Wheelbase
- 54″
- Width
- 32″
- Height
- 45.6″
- Length
- 81.1″
- Fuel capacity
- 2.17 gal
- Colors
- Red
- Electric starter
- Standard
- Six-speed transmission
- Standard
- USDA-qualified spark arrester
- Standard
- Lights
- Not fitted
- Turn signals
- Not fitted
- Rake
- 26.75°
- Trail
- 4.4″
- Front
- 37mm leading-axle Showa fork
- Front travel
- 8.5″
- Rear
- Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload adjustability
- Rear travel
- 9.1″
- Front wheel
- 21″
- Rear wheel
- 18″
- Front tire
- 80/100-21 NHS
- Rear tire
- 100/100-18 NHS
- Front disc
- 240 mm
- Street legal (US)
- No
- Road legal in
- None
- Battery
- Yes
- Chemistry
- Lead acid
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 4 Ah
2006 Honda CRF230F maintenanceWrench time
From the maker's manuals. Tap a row to see the manual page it comes from.
- 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
- NGK DPR8EA-9
- Plug gap
- 0.031–0.035 in (0.80–0.90 mm)
- Spark plug (or)
- DENSO X24EPR-U9
- Spark plug (cold climate)
- NGK DPR7EA-9
- Spark plug (cold climate)
- DENSO X22EPR-U9
- Oil drain bolt
- 15 N·m (11 ft‑lb, 1.5 kgf·m)
- Front axle
- 73.5 N·m (54 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)
2006 Honda CRF230F vs 2005What changed
Compared with the 2005, the 2006 Honda CRF230F costs $100 more and is 1 lb heavier.
| Spec | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3,499 | $3,599 |
| Displacement | 223cc | Same |
| Weight | 237 lb | 238 lb |
| Seat height | 34.1 in | Same |
| Front travel | 8.5 in | Same |
| Rear travel | 9.1 in | Same |
| Fuel | 2.17 gal | Same |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | Same |
| Front tire | 80/100-21 | Same |
| Rear tire | 100/100-18 | Same |
Parts for the 2006 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.
Engine oilMotul 7100 4T 10W-40from $27.05 · 3 storesTakes 1 L: buy one 1 L bottle
- Pirate MXCheapest$27.05 ↗Free shipping
- eBay · powersportsuperstore$33.83 ↗Free shipping
- Summit Racing$40.98 ↗$26.99 + $13.99 ship
Fit from: Our specs, from the owner's manual
Air filterHiflofiltro HFF1017from $20.86 · 6 stores- MX PowerPlayCheapest$20.86 ↗Free shipping
- Walmart · OEMcycles$21.21 ↗Free shipping
- PartsGiant$23.07 ↗Free shipping
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Part number HFF1017: any parts counter can look it up.
Fit from: Hiflofiltro's fitment list for this bike
Spark plugNGK DPR8EA-9from $13.77 · 1 storeThe standard plug from the owner's manual
Fit from: Our specs, from the owner's manual
Front brake padsEBC FA185from $32.00 · 14 stores- eBay · rockcottonCheapest$32.00 ↗Free shipping
- eBay · powersportusa$35.90 ↗Free shipping
- Walmart · OEMcycles$39.00 ↗Free shipping
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- Envision Tuning$39.97 ↗Free shipping
- Walmart · 4WheelOnline$40.63 ↗Free shipping
- ProCycle$43.95 ↗$39.95 + $4.00 ship
- Red Plate Powersports$48.97 ↗$39.97 + $9.00 ship
- Summit Racing$48.98 ↗$34.99 + $13.99 ship
- SistersMoto$49.97 ↗$39.97 + $10.00 ship
- MX Locker$55.95 ↗Free shipping
- Armageddon Turbo & Performance$56.98 ↗$42.99 + $13.99 ship
- Misguided Co.$56.99 ↗$47.99 + $9.00 ship
- Randakk's Cycle Shakk$57.53 ↗$42.07 + $15.46 ship
- 4into1$82.57 ↗$73.95 + $8.62 ship
Part number FA185: any parts counter can look it up.
Fit from: EBC brake pad buyer's guide
Front sprocketJT Sprockets 13-tooth steel sprocketfrom $14.25 · 4 stores13 teeth, the same as the bike came with from the factory. Some stores sell JT's self-cleaning version (part number ending SC): it fits the same.
- ProCycleCheapest$14.25 ↗$12.95 + $1.30 ship
- RevZilla.com$14.95 ↗+ shipping, if any
- MX PowerPlay$16.34 ↗Free shipping
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Part number JTF327.13: any parts counter can look it up.
Fit from: JT Sprockets' fitment list for this bike
Rear sprocketJT Sprockets 50-tooth steel sprocketfrom $33.98 · 4 stores50 teeth, the same as the bike came with from the factory. Some stores sell JT's self-cleaning version (part number ending SC): it fits the same.
- MX PowerPlayCheapest$33.98 ↗Free shipping
- Lionparts Powersports$34.55 ↗Free shipping
- Walmart · Lionparts$35.00 ↗Free shipping
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Part number JTR210.50: any parts counter can look it up.
Fit from: JT Sprockets' fitment list for this bike
ChainD.I.D 520 sealed chain, 110 linksfrom $125.86 · 2 storesJT lists 110 links for this bike: count the links on your chain to be sure, and pick that length at the store.
- Walmart · Advance Cycle PartsCheapest$125.86 ↗Free shipping
- Walmart · MX PowerPlay$148.15 ↗$139.16 + $8.99 ship
Fit from: JT Sprockets' fitment list for this bike
Tires
Stock sizes, from the owner's manual.
Front tireDunlop Geomax MX34 80/100-21from $133.00 · 3 storesStock size for this bike
- Rippin MotoCheapest$133.00 ↗Free shipping
- LaBaron's Power Sports$133.90 ↗$123.95 + $9.95 ship
- GritShift$156.99 ↗$144.99 + $12.00 ship
Fit from: Size from the owner's manual; tire model is our pick
Rear tireDunlop Geomax MX34 100/100-18from $142.95 · 3 storesStock size for this bike
- Dtek MotoCheapest$142.95 ↗$124.00 + $18.95 ship
- MX Locker$144.95 ↗Free shipping
- Rippin Moto$145.00 ↗Free shipping
Fit from: Size from the owner's manual; tire model is our pick
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
- 01
What engine does the 2006 Honda CRF230F have?
It has a 223cc, air-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine with a carburetor, SOHC valve train, and two valves.
- 02
How much oil does a 2006 Honda CRF230F take?
Engine oil capacity after draining is 1.1 US qt (1.0 L). The specified oil grade is SAE 10W-40.
- 03
How much does the 2006 Honda CRF230F weigh?
Its dry weight is 238 lb. The maximum weight capacity is 220 lb, with the operator only and no passenger.
- 04
What is the seat height of the 2006 Honda CRF230F?
The seat height is 34.1 in. Ground clearance is 11.7 in.
- 05
What suspension travel does the 2006 Honda CRF230F have?
The 37mm leading-axle Showa front fork has 8.5 in of travel. The Pro-Link Showa rear shock has 9.1 in of travel and adjustable spring preload.
- 06
How much fuel does a 2006 Honda CRF230F hold?
The fuel tank holds 2.17 US gal, including reserve.
- 07
Is the 2006 Honda CRF230F street legal?
No. It is for off-road use only and lacks lights, turn signals, and other public-road equipment.
- 08
What size tires are on the 2006 Honda CRF230F?
It uses an 80/100-21 NHS front tire and a 100/100-18 NHS rear tire.
- 09
What was the MSRP of the 2006 Honda CRF230F?
The US MSRP was $3,599. The factory color option was red.
- 10
What spark plug does the 2006 Honda CRF230F take?
NGK DPR8EA-9, gapped 0.031–0.035 in (0.80–0.90 mm).
- 11
What chain and sprockets does the 2006 Honda CRF230F use?
A 520 chain on a 13-tooth front and 50-tooth rear sprocket.
- 12
Is the 2006 Honda CRF230F different from the 2005?
Compared with the 2005, the 2006 Honda CRF230F costs $100 more and is 1 lb heavier.
Specs from Honda's owner's manual, Honda's website and published spec sheets. Updated . Spot a mistake?