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Honda CRF250R 2026

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Motocross / Racing

2026 Honda CRF250R

249cc

4-stroke

37.8hp

Measured power

234lb

Curb weight

37.6in

Seat height

12.2in

Front travel

2026 Honda CRF250R at a glanceQuick facts

  • The 2026 Honda CRF250R has a 249cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and electric start.
  • The 2026 CRF250R weighs 234 lb ready to ride and has a 37.6 in seat height.
  • The 2026 CRF250R runs 80/100-21 front and 100/90-19 rear tires.
  • The 2026 CRF250R takes 1.1 US qt (1.05 L) of 10W-30 engine oil; change it every 6 races or about 15 hours.
  • The 2026 CRF250R lists at $8,399 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

About the 2026 Honda CRF250RThe machine

The 2026 Honda CRF250R is a closed-course motocross bike powered by a 249 cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke single with DOHC and four valves. It produces 37.8 hp and pairs a five-speed transmission with selectable engine-output modes, Honda Selectable Torque Control and HRC Launch Control. Its aluminum frame, 49 mm inverted Showa fork and Pro-Link Showa rear shock provide 12 inches of front travel and 12.1 inches at the rear. The CRF250R weighs 234 lb, has a 37.6-inch seat height and carries 1.66 gallons of fuel. Stock equipment includes a skid plate and Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid Soft tires on 21-inch front and 19-inch rear wheels. It is not street legal and is intended for closed-course competition.

Who should ride it

This bike is for motocross racers and riders who practice or compete on closed-course tracks and want a full-size 250 cc four-stroke race machine. Its 37.6-inch seat, 234 lb curb weight and competition-focused setup suit riders prepared to manage a tall, responsive bike and perform frequent race-oriented inspections and maintenance. Choose it for motocross practice, race starts and competition—not commuting or recreational trail riding. It is a closed-course competition-only model, not a general-purpose off-road bike.

2026 Honda CRF250R photosGarage

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2026 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)
37.8 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
Type
Wet multiplate
Actuation
Cable
Assist
None (standard clutch)
Drivetrain
Starting
Electric
Transmission
5-speed
Chain size
520
Chain links
114
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
50T
Dimensions
Seat height
37.6″
Ground clearance
13″
Wheelbase
58.4″
Width
32.6″
Height
49.7″
Length
85.8″
Curb weight
234 lb
Fuel capacity
1.66 gal
Price & warranty
Destination charge
$600
Colors
Red
Warranty
Sold “as is” with no warranties.
Equipment
Electric start
Standard
Selectable engine modes
Standard
Honda Selectable Torque Control
Standard
HRC Launch Control System
Standard
Lithium-ion battery
Standard
Frame & steering
Frame material
Aluminum
Rake
27.55°
Trail
4.6″
Suspension
Front
49mm inverted Showa fork
Front travel
12.2″
Rear
Pro-Link Showa single shock
Rear travel
12.1″
Wheels & tires
Front wheel
21″
Rear wheel
19″
Front tire
80/100-21 M/C 51M, Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid Soft
Rear tire
100/90-19 57M NHS, Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid Soft
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
HJ12L
Chemistry
Lithium
Voltage
12V
Capacity
2.3 Ah

2026 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
78 N·m (58 ft‑lb, 8 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, 4.1 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)

2026 Honda CRF250R vs 2025What changed

Of the specs below, the 2026 Honda CRF250R costs $100 more, compared with the 2025.

Spec20252026
MSRP$8,299$8,399
Displacement249ccSame
Curb weight234 lbSame
Seat height37.6 inSame
Front travel12.2 inSame
Rear travel12.1 inSame
Fuel1.66 galSame
Gearbox5-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21Same
Rear tire100/90-19Same

Parts for the 2026 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 horsepower does the 2026 Honda CRF250R have?

    The 2026 CRF250R produces 37.8 hp from its 249 cc, liquid-cooled four-stroke engine.

  2. 02

    What is the seat height of the 2026 Honda CRF250R?

    Seat height is 37.6 inches, with 13 inches of ground clearance.

  3. 03

    How much does the 2026 Honda CRF250R weigh?

    Its curb weight is 234 lb. The bike has an aluminum frame and a 1.66-gallon fuel capacity.

  4. 04

    What oil does the 2026 Honda CRF250R use?

    It uses SAE 10W-30 engine oil. Capacity after draining is 1.1 US qt (1.05 L).

  5. 05

    How many gears does the 2026 Honda CRF250R have?

    The CRF250R has a five-speed transmission and an electric starter.

  6. 06

    Is the 2026 Honda CRF250R street legal?

    No. It is a closed-course competition-only model and is not street legal in the United States. Its intended use is competition on a closed course.

  7. 07

    What suspension does the 2026 Honda CRF250R have?

    It uses a 49 mm inverted Showa front fork with 12 inches of travel and a Pro-Link Showa single shock with 12.1 inches of rear travel.

  8. 08

    How much does the 2026 Honda CRF250R cost?

    The US MSRP is $8,399, plus a $600 destination charge.

  9. 09

    What electronic riding features come on the 2026 Honda CRF250R?

    It has selectable engine-output modes, Honda Selectable Torque Control and HRC Launch Control.

  10. 10

    What size tires does the 2026 Honda CRF250R use?

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

  11. 11

    What spark plug does the 2026 Honda CRF250R take?

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

  12. 12

    What chain and sprockets does the 2026 Honda CRF250R use?

    A 520 chain with 114 links on a 13-tooth front and 50-tooth rear sprocket.

  13. 13

    Is the 2026 Honda CRF250R different from the 2025?

    Of the specs we list, the 2026 Honda CRF250R costs $100 more, compared with the 2025.

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

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