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Honda CRF250R 2027

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Motocross / Racing

2027 Honda CRF250R

249cc

4-stroke

234lb

Curb weight

37.6in

Seat height

12.2in

Front travel

5spd

Gearbox

2027 Honda CRF250R at a glanceQuick facts

  • The 2027 Honda CRF250R has a 249cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and electric start.
  • The 2027 CRF250R weighs 234 lb ready to ride and has a 37.6 in seat height.
  • The 2027 CRF250R runs 80/100-21 front and 100/90-19 rear tires.
  • The 2027 CRF250R takes 1.1 US qt (1.05 L) of 10W-30 engine oil; change it every 6 races or about 15 hours.
  • The 2027 CRF250R lists at $8,599 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

About the 2027 Honda CRF250RThe machine

The 2027 Honda CRF250R is a motocross competition motorcycle with a liquid-cooled, 249 cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine, DOHC valve train, four valves and fuel injection. Its 13.9:1 compression ratio, electric start and five-speed transmission are paired with an aluminum frame and a stock handlebar map switch. Suspension is a 49 mm inverted Showa fork with 12.2 inches of travel up front and a Pro-Link Showa single shock with 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 in a titanium tank. A 21-inch front wheel and 19-inch rear wheel, 13 inches of ground clearance and stock skid plate suit closed-course motocross use. U.S. MSRP is $8,599, plus a $600 destination charge; it is not street legal in the U.S.

Who should ride it

This is for experienced riders focused on motocross and racing, including competitors riding sanctioned closed-course events. Its 37.6-inch seat height, 234-lb curb weight and race-oriented suspension fit riders who want a full-size 250-class machine for motocross tracks rather than a street-legal commuter or a general-purpose trail bike. The five-speed gearbox and stock map switch are relevant to riders setting up the bike for competition, while its closed-course purpose calls for regular pre-ride checks and race-focused maintenance.

2027 Honda CRF250R photosGarage

2027 Honda CRF250R specificationsTech specs

Engine
Displacement
249cc
Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Bore × stroke
79 × 50.89 mm
Compression
13.9:1
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
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
No warranties; sold “as is”.
Equipment
Engine mode select button
Standard
Gear-position engine mapping
Standard
HRC launch control
Standard
Titanium fuel tank
Standard
49 mm Showa spring fork
Standard
Frame & steering
Frame material
Aluminum
Rake
27.55°
Trail
4.6″
Suspension
Front
49 mm 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 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
HJ12L
Chemistry
Lithium
Voltage
12V
Capacity
2.3 Ah

2027 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)

2027 Honda CRF250R vs 2026What changed

Of the specs below, the 2027 Honda CRF250R costs $200 more, compared with the 2026.

Spec20262027
MSRP$8,399$8,599
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 2027 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 2027 Honda CRF250R make?

    A horsepower figure is not provided here. The engine is a 249 cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke single with a DOHC four-valve head.

  2. 02

    What oil does the 2027 Honda CRF250R use?

    Use SAE 10W-30 motorcycle oil meeting API service classification SJ or higher, excluding oils labeled energy conserving or resource conserving. Capacity after draining is about 1.1 US qt.

  3. 03

    How much fuel does the CRF250R hold?

    The fuel capacity is 1.66 US gal, and the fuel tank is titanium. Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher.

  4. 04

    How tall is the seat on the 2027 Honda CRF250R?

    The seat height is 37.6 inches. Ground clearance is 13 inches.

  5. 05

    How much does the 2027 Honda CRF250R weigh?

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

  6. 06

    Is the 2027 Honda CRF250R street legal?

    No. The CRF250R is not street legal in the U.S. and is intended for motocross and racing.

  7. 07

    Does the CRF250R have a hydraulic clutch?

    No. The CRF250R uses a cable-actuated clutch; the hydraulic clutch hose belongs to the separately identified HRC-WE variant.

  8. 08

    How much does the 2027 Honda CRF250R cost?

    The U.S. MSRP is $8,599, plus a $600 destination charge. It is sold as is with no warranties.

  9. 09

    What size tires does the 2027 Honda CRF250R use?

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

  10. 10

    What spark plug does the 2027 Honda CRF250R take?

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

  11. 11

    What chain and sprockets does the 2027 Honda CRF250R use?

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

  12. 12

    Is the 2027 Honda CRF250R different from the 2026?

    Of the specs we list, the 2027 Honda CRF250R costs $200 more, compared with the 2026.

Specs from Honda's owner's manual and Honda's website. Updated . Spot a mistake?

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