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Honda CRF250R 2023

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Motocross / Racing

2023 Honda CRF250R

249cc

4-stroke

41.7hp

Measured power

229lb

Curb weight

37.8in

Seat height

12.2in

Front travel

2023 Honda CRF250R at a glanceQuick facts

  • The 2023 Honda CRF250R has a 249cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and electric start.
  • The 2023 CRF250R weighs 229 lb ready to ride and has a 37.8 in seat height.
  • The 2023 CRF250R runs 80/100-21 front and 100/90-19 rear tires.
  • The 2023 CRF250R takes 1.1 US qt (1.05 L) of 10W-30 engine oil; change it every 6 races or about 15 hours.
  • The 2023 CRF250R lists at $8,199 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

About the 2023 Honda CRF250RThe machine

The 2023 Honda CRF250R is a motocross competition motorcycle with a 249 cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke single-cylinder engine, DOHC valve train and five-speed transmission. Its 13.9:1 compression ratio and 520 chain drive are paired with a 13-tooth front and 50-tooth rear sprocket. A magazine dyno test measured output at 41.7 hp; the bike also has an electric starter and stock handlebar map switch.

The aluminum-frame CRF250R has a 37.8-inch seat height, 13.1 inches of ground clearance and a 1.66-gallon fuel tank. Its adjustable 49 mm Showa fork offers 12.2 inches of travel, while the Pro-Link Showa rear shock provides 12.3 inches. Curb weight is 229 lb. It is intended for experienced riders on sanctioned closed courses and is not street legal in the US.

Who should ride it

This bike is for experienced motocross riders and racers who ride closed-course tracks and want a high-performance 250 cc four-stroke with adjustable suspension and a five-speed gearbox. It suits riders practicing or competing in motocross rather than beginners looking for a low seat height, casual trail riders, or anyone who needs a street-legal motorcycle. Its 37.8-inch seat and competition-focused setup fit riders prepared for a tall, race-oriented bike.

2023 Honda CRF250R photosGarage

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2023 Honda CRF250R specificationsTech specs

Engine
Displacement
249cc
Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Bore × stroke
79 × 50.89 mm
Compression
13.9:1
Power (measured)
41.7 hp at the rear wheel
Cooling
Liquid
Configuration
Single-cylinder
Valve train
DOHC
Valves
4
Engine oil
1.1 US qt (1.05 L)
Oil type
10W-30
Coolant
1.1 US qt (1.04 L)
Clutch
Actuation
Cable
Assist
None (standard clutch)
Spring
Coil
Drivetrain
Starting
Electric
Transmission
5-speed
Chain size
520
Chain links
114
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
50T
Dimensions
Seat height
37.8″
Ground clearance
13.1″
Wheelbase
58.1″
Width
32.6″
Height
49.8″
Length
85.7″
Curb weight
229 lb
Fuel capacity
1.66 gal
Price & warranty
Destination charge
$400
Colors
Red
Warranty
Sold “as is” with no warranties
Equipment
Engine-mode select button / PGM-FI modes
Standard
HRC-Launch Control System
Standard
Start button
Standard
Lithium-ion battery
Standard
Frame & steering
Frame material
Aluminum
Rake
27.32°
Trail
4.5″
Suspension
Front
49mm leading-axle inverted Showa® SPG coil-spring fork with rebound- and compression-damping adjustability
Front travel
12.2″
Rear
Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability
Rear travel
12.3″
Wheels & tires
Front wheel
21″
Rear wheel
19″
Front tire
80/100-21 M/C 51M MST
Rear tire
100/90-19 57M NHS
Brakes
Front disc
260 mm
Rear disc
240 mm
Stock features
Map switch
Yes
Skid plate
Yes
Street legal (US)
No
Battery / electrical
Battery
Yes
OEM battery
HY85S
Chemistry
Lithium
Voltage
12V
Capacity
2 Ah

2023 Honda CRF250R maintenanceWrench time

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

Service intervals
Change engine oil
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Replace oil filter
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Clean air filter
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Inspect spark plug
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Change engine oil (first time)
After the first break-in ride
Replace oil filter (first time)
After the first break-in ride
Spark plug
Spark plug
NGK SILMAR9A9S
Plug gap
0.03 – 0.04 in (0.8 – 0.9 mm)
Torque specs
Oil drain bolt
23 N·m (17 ft‑lb, 2.3 kgf·m)
Spark plug
22 N·m (16 ft‑lb, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front axle
88 N·m (65 ft‑lb, 9 kgf·m)
Front axle pinch bolts
20 N·m (15 ft‑lb, 2 kgf·m)
Rear axle nut
128 N·m (94 ft‑lb, 13.1 kgf·m)
Upper triple clamp bolts
22 N·m (16 ft‑lb, 2.2 kgf·m)
Lower triple clamp bolts
20 N·m (15 ft‑lb, 2 kgf·m)
Handlebar clamp bolts
22 N·m (16 ft‑lb, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front brake caliper mounting bolts
30 N·m (22 ft‑lb, 3.1 kgf·m)
Rear sprocket nuts
40 N·m (30 ft‑lb, 4 kgf·m)
Front sprocket bolt
31 N·m (23 ft‑lb, 3.2 kgf·m)
Chain adjuster locknut
27 N·m (20 ft‑lb, 2.8 kgf·m)
Shock absorber mounting bolts
44 N·m (32 ft‑lb, 4.5 kgf·m)

2023 Honda CRF250R vs 2022What changed

Of the specs below, the 2023 Honda CRF250R costs $100 more, compared with the 2022.

Spec20222023
MSRP$8,099$8,199
Displacement249ccSame
Curb weight229 lbSame
Seat height37.8 inSame
Front travel12.2 inSame
Rear travel12.3 inSame
Fuel1.66 galSame
Gearbox5-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21Same
Rear tire100/90-19Same

Parts for the 2023 Honda CRF250RParts 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.

Controls

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

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 CRF250R FAQPit-lane questions

  1. 01

    How much power does the 2023 Honda CRF250R make?

    A magazine dyno test measured the CRF250R at 41.7 hp. It has a 249 cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke single-cylinder engine.

  2. 02

    What oil does the 2023 Honda CRF250R use, and how much does it hold?

    It uses SAE 10W-30 engine oil. Capacity after draining is about 1.1 US qt; changing the oil filter increases the fill amount to about 1.14 US qt.

  3. 03

    How tall is the seat on the 2023 Honda CRF250R?

    Seat height is 37.8 inches, with 13.1 inches of ground clearance.

  4. 04

    How much does the 2023 Honda CRF250R weigh, and how big is its tank?

    Curb weight is 229 lb, and fuel capacity is 1.66 gal.

  5. 05

    How much suspension travel does the 2023 Honda CRF250R have?

    The adjustable 49 mm Showa front fork has 12.2 inches of travel. The Pro-Link Showa rear suspension has 12.3 inches of travel.

  6. 06

    Is the 2023 Honda CRF250R street legal?

    No. It is intended for sanctioned closed-course competition and is not street legal in the US.

  7. 07

    What is the 2023 Honda CRF250R's MSRP?

    US MSRP is $8,199, plus a $400 destination charge.

  8. 08

    What chain and sprocket setup does the 2023 Honda CRF250R use?

    It uses a 520 chain with 114 links, a 13-tooth front sprocket and a 50-tooth rear sprocket.

  9. 09

    What size tires does the 2023 Honda CRF250R use?

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

  10. 10

    What spark plug does the 2023 Honda CRF250R take?

    NGK SILMAR9A9S, gapped 0.03 – 0.04 in (0.8 – 0.9 mm).

  11. 11

    Is the 2023 Honda CRF250R different from the 2022?

    Of the specs we list, the 2023 Honda CRF250R costs $100 more, compared with the 2022.

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

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