Honda CRF250L
The Honda CRF250L (model designation MD38) is a dual-sport motorcycle, part of the Honda CRF series, manufactured by Honda for their global market. It was first released in 2012 for the 2013 model year.
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| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Production | 2012–present |
| Assembly | Japan |
| Class | Dual-sport[1] |
| Engine | 249.6 cc (15.23 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC single-cylinder |
| Top speed | 130 km/h (80 mph)[2] |
It combines a high-efficiency, fuel-injected DOHC single-cylinder counterbalanced engine, and electric starter with a comfortable, neutral seating position, headlight, taillight, turn signals, mirrors, EPA and California Air Resources Board compliant exhaust system.[3]
Revision history
2012-2016
The original CRF250L was an evolution of the CRF230L incorporating a de-tuned version of the proven engine from the CBR250R (2011) road motorcycle, a redesigned frame and suspension implementation.
2017
For the 2017 model year, the CRF250L continued to compete with the other 250cc dual sport motorcycles. The addition of two additional models the CRF250LA (ABS) and the CRF250L Rally.
Along with the Rally, the standard model takes on the following changes; the engine gained a larger throttle body, new muffler design, revised PGM-FI and airbox, and a larger diameter exhaust header, which increased the engine output by 2HP over the earlier design. Styling changes include a revised speedometer with a rpm counter (tachometer), a folding gear lever, a changed tail light, and the graphics have also been changed to fall inline with the new CRF450R MX bike.[4]
Inspired by the factory CRF450 Rally machine raced in the Dakar by Team HRC, the CRF250L Rally gets the same updated engine as the standard 250L, but it also gets a larger fuel tank, totally new Dakar-style bodywork, handguards, a floating windscreen, skid plate and even more suspension travel. [5]
Specifications
| 2012 - 2016 [6][7][8] | L (2017 - now) [9][10] | Rally (2017 - now)[10][11] | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 249.6 cc (15.23 cu in) single cylinder 4-stroke liquid-cooled | ||
| Bore x stroke | 76 mm × 55 mm (3.0 in × 2.2 in) | ||
| Compression ratio | 10.7:1 | ||
| Valvetrain | DOHC 4-valve | ||
| Fuel system | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) | ||
| Ignition | Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance | ||
| Power | 22.8 hp (17.0 kW) | 24.4 hp (18.2 kW) @ 8,500 rpm | |
| Torque | 16.2 lb⋅ft (22.0 N⋅m) | 16.7 lbf⋅ft (22.6 N⋅m) @ 6,750 rpm | |
| Transmission | Wet multiplate hydraulic, constant mesh 6-speed, chain 14T/40T | ||
| Front suspension | Showa telescopic upside down 43mm | ||
| Rear suspension | Showa mono-shock Pro-Link with preload adjustability | ||
| Brakes | Nissin hydraulic single wave disc,ABS for 2017 model Front : dual piston Rear : single piston | ||
| Tires | Front : 3.00-21 51P Rear : 120/80-18 62P | ||
| Frame | Steel twin tube | ||
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm (56.9 in) | 1,455 mm (57.3 in) | |
| Ground clearance | 255 mm (10.0 in) | 270 mm (11 in) | |
| Curb weight | 144 kg (317 lb) | 146 kg (322 lb) | 157 kg (346 lb) |
| Maximum load | 145 kg (320 lb) | 145 kg (320 lb) | 145 kg (320 lb) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.7 l (1.7 imp gal; 2.0 US gal) | 7.8 l (1.7 imp gal; 2.1 US gal) | 10.1 l (2.2 imp gal; 2.7 US gal) |
| Oil capacity | 1.8 l (0.40 imp gal; 0.48 US gal) | ||
| Dimension | L : 2,195 mm (86.4 in) W : 815 mm (32.1 in) H : 1,195 mm (47.0 in) |
L : 2,210 mm (87 in) W : 900 mm (35 in) H : 1,425 mm (56.1 in) | |
| Seat height | 875 mm (34.4 in) | 895 mm (35.2 in) | |
| Rake, Trail | 27.6°, 113 mm (4.4 in) | 28.1°, 114 mm (4.5 in) | |
See also
References
- Callan, Kelly (August 26, 2016). "2016 Honda CRF250L Review". Ultimate Motorcycling. Retrieved May 28, 2018.
- https://www.cycleworld.com/2013/02/27/dual-sport-motorcycle-comparison-test#page-4
- "2017 Honda CRF250L Specifications". 7 November 2016. Retrieved 3 May 2018.
- "2017 CRF250L Motorcycle Buyer's Guide".
- "Honda Introduces CRF250L Rally". 7 November 2016. Retrieved 3 May 2018.
- "CRF250L Technical Spesifications". Retrieved 2 May 2018.
- "2013 Honda CRF250L - Specifications". 30 April 2012. Retrieved 2 May 2018.
- "2016 Honda CRF250L Review of Specs / Development – Dual Sport Motorcycle". 9 December 2015. Retrieved 2 May 2018.
- Honda UK Motorcycles - CRF250L - 2017, retrieved 2 May 2018
- Honda US Motorcycles - CRF250L - 2017, retrieved 2 May 2018
- Honda UK Motorcycles - CRF250 Rally - 2017, retrieved 2 May 2018
