Honda CRF230F 2009
Trail

223cc
4-stroke
249lb
Curb weight
34.1in
Seat height
9.5in
Front travel
6spd
Gearbox
About the Honda CRF230F 2009The machine
The 2009 Honda CRF230F is an air-cooled trail bike with a 223cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder engine, SOHC two-valve head, carburetor and electric starter. Its six-speed transmission and long-travel suspension suit trail use, while the 34.1-inch seat height and 249-pound curb weight are useful fit and handling figures to consider before buying.
The CRF230F has 9.5 inches of front travel from a 37mm leading-axle Showa fork and 9 inches of rear travel from a Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring-preload adjustment. It comes with 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels, a 1.9-gallon fuel capacity, and a 240mm front brake disc. Factory color is red; the US MSRP was $3,699, with a six-month warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Who should ride it
This trail-focused bike is suited to adults and larger teens looking for a straightforward off-road motorcycle for trail rides. Its electric starter, six-speed gearbox and long-travel suspension fit recreational trail use, while the 34.1-inch seat height and 249-pound curb weight are important considerations when matching the bike to a rider. It is a fit for someone who wants a carbureted, air-cooled four-stroke rather than a model specified for motocross or street riding.
Honda CRF230F 2009 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
- Starting
- Electric
- Transmission
- 6-speed
- Chain size
- 520
- Front sprocket
- 13T
- Rear sprocket
- 50T
- Seat height
- 34.1″
- Ground clearance
- 11.7″
- Wheelbase
- 54.1″
- Curb weight
- 249 lb
- Fuel capacity
- 1.9 gal
- Colors
- Red
- Warranty
- 6 months; coverage of defects in materials and workmanship
- Electric starter
- Standard
- Six-speed transmission
- Standard
- Long-travel suspension
- Standard
- Rake
- 27.3°
- Trail
- 4.4″
- Front
- 37mm leading-axle Showa fork
- Front travel
- 9.5″
- Rear
- Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring-preload adjustability
- Rear travel
- 9″
- Front wheel
- 21″
- Rear wheel
- 18″
- Front tire
- 80/100-21
- Rear tire
- 100/100-18
- Front disc
- 240 mm
- Battery
- Yes
Parts for the Honda CRF230F 2009Parts that fit
Exact parts for this bike. Tap one to see every store we found selling it, cheapest first.
Maintenance
Oil, filters, battery, brakes and drive parts you replace as you ride.
Air filterHiflofiltro HFF1017from $20.86 · 3 stores
Front sprocketJT Sprockets JTF327.13from $14.25 · 4 stores
Rear sprocketJT Sprockets JTR210.50from $33.98 · 4 stores50 tooth, stock gearing
- MX PowerPlayCheapest$33.98 ↗Free shipping
- Lionparts Powersports$34.55 ↗Free shipping
- Walmart · Lionparts$35.00 ↗Free shipping
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Fit from: JT Sprockets fitment guide
ChainD.I.D 520VX3 X-ring chain, 110 linksfrom $125.86 · 2 stores
Tires
The stock sizes for this bike.
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
Controls
Grips and the throttle cam they need on this bike.
GripsODI Rogue MX V2 lock-on gripsfrom $25.00 · 18 stores- MX LockerCheapest$25.00 ↗Free shipping
- JT Cycle & ATV$27.95 ↗Free shipping
- motodlvrd.com$28.95 ↗Free shipping
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- Haustrom$28.95 ↗Free shipping
- Motorhelmets$28.95 ↗Free shipping
- eBay · chromeworld$34.25 ↗Free shipping
- tmbrmoto.com$34.50 ↗$28.00 + $6.50 ship
- The Lost Co.$35.40 ↗$28.80 + $6.60 ship
- eBay · americanbazzarshop$36.95 ↗$30.95 + $6.00 ship
- Rocky Mountain ATV/MC$37.86 ↗$30.86 + $7.00 ship
- Keystone Cycle Parts$38.90 ↗$30.95 + $7.95 ship
- Cycle Gear$38.94 ↗$30.95 + $7.99 ship
- Alameda Bicycle$39.99 ↗$32.00 + $7.99 ship
- eBay · chaparralmotosports$40.94 ↗$30.95 + $9.99 ship
- Berkshire Bike and Board$41.99 ↗$32.00 + $9.99 ship
- Moment Bicycles$41.99 ↗$32.00 + $9.99 ship
- Bike Link of Hoover$44.00 ↗$32.00 + $12.00 ship
- River Mill Cycles$46.99 ↗$32.00 + $14.99 ship
Fit from: ODI grip throttle guide
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 2009 Honda CRF230F have?
It has a 223cc, air-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine with a carburetor, SOHC valve train and two valves. Bore is 65.5mm, stroke is 66.2mm, and compression ratio is 9.0:1.
- 02
Does the 2009 Honda CRF230F have electric start?
Yes. The CRF230F uses an electric starter and has a stock battery.
- 03
How many gears does the 2009 Honda CRF230F have?
It has a six-speed transmission. Final drive uses a 520 chain with a 13-tooth front sprocket and a 50-tooth rear sprocket.
- 04
What is the seat height and weight of the 2009 Honda CRF230F?
Seat height is 34.1 inches, and curb weight is 249 pounds. Ground clearance is 11.7 inches.
- 05
How much suspension travel does the 2009 Honda CRF230F have?
Front travel is 9.5 inches from a 37mm leading-axle Showa fork. Rear travel is 9 inches from a Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring-preload adjustability.
- 06
What is the fuel capacity of the 2009 Honda CRF230F?
The fuel capacity is 1.9 gallons. The fuel system is carbureted.
- 07
What tires and wheels does the 2009 Honda CRF230F use?
It has a 21-inch front wheel with an 80/100-21 tire and an 18-inch rear wheel with a 100/100-18 tire.
- 08
What was the 2009 Honda CRF230F MSRP and warranty?
The US MSRP was $3,699. The manufacturer warranty was six months and covered defects in materials and workmanship.