Honda CRF250L

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Honda CRF250L
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Manufacturer Honda
Production2012–2020
AssemblyJapan
Class Dual-sport [1]
Engine 249.6 cc (15.23 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC single
Top speed130 km/h (80 mph) [2]

The Honda CRF250L (model designations MD38 and MD44) is a dual-sport motorcycle, part of their CRF series, manufactured for a global market. It was first released in 2012 for the 2013 model year.

Contents

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]

In 2021 it was replaced by Honda CRF300L. The engine was replaced to be compliant with EURO 5 emissions standard.

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. There were two additional models the CRF250LA (ABS) and the CRF250L Rally. The ABS can be deactivated quickly via a handlebar button.

Along with the Rally, the standard model took 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 an rpm counter (tachometer), a folding gear lever, and a changed tail light, and the graphics were also changed to fall in line 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]

2021

For the 2021 model year, the CRF300L and CRF300 Rally replaced the 250 versions.

Changes included the increase in capacity, weight reduction, front-end geometry, and increased fuel capacity (Rally only).

Differences between L and Rally versions

The bikes share most of the parts, but there are some obvious differences and some incompatibilities that may be surprising. The Rally version has a completely different optic block, windshield, fairing, and a larger tank. The seat looks very similar, but due to the tank differences, it is not compatible with L version. The suspension is also different, the 250 Rally has different travel than the 250L.

While a few parts are compatible between the 250 and 300 versions, many are different. Even neutral parts like rear luggage racks are not compatible due to differences in the mount points.

Specifications

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2012–2016 [6] [7] [8] L (2017–2020) [9] [10] Rally (2017 - 2021) [10] [11] L (2021 - now) [12] [13] Rally (2021 - now) [14] [15]
Engine249.6 cc (15.23 cu in) single cylinder 4-stroke liquid-cooled 286 cc (17.5 cu in) single cylinder 4-stroke liquid-cooled
Bore x stroke76 mm × 55 mm (3.0 in × 2.2 in)76 mm × 63 mm (3.0 in × 2.5 in)
Compression ratio10.7:1
Valvetrain DOHC 4-valve
Fuel systemProgrammed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
Power22.8 hp (17.0 kW)24.4 hp (18.2 kW) @ 8,500 rpm27.0 hp (20.1 kW) @ 8,500 rpm
Torque16.2 lb⋅ft (22.0 N⋅m)16.7 lbf⋅ft (22.6 N⋅m) @ 6,750 rpm19.6 lbf⋅ft (26.6 N⋅m) @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission Wet multi-plate hydraulic, constant mesh 6-speed, chain 14T/40T Wet multi-plate hydraulic, constant mesh 6-speed, #520 chain 14T/40T
Front suspension Showa telescopic upside down 43mm Showa telescopic upside down 43mm; 260 mm (10.2 in)
Rear suspension Showa mono-shock Pro-Link with preload adjustability Showa mono-shock Pro-Link with preload adjustability; 260 mm (10.2 in)
Brakes Nissin hydraulic single wave disc,ABS for 2017 model
Front : dual piston
Rear : single piston
Nissin hydraulic single wave disc,ABS available

Front : 256 mm (10.1 in) disc; dual piston
Rear : 220 mm (8.7 in) disc; single piston

Nissin hydraulic single wave disc,ABS available

Front : 296 mm (11.7 in) disc; dual piston
Rear : 220 mm (8.7 in) disc; single piston

TiresFront : 3.00-21 51P
Rear : 120/80-18 62P
Front : 80/100-21 51P
Rear : 120/80-18 62P
FrameSteel twin tube
Wheelbase1,445 mm (56.9 in)1,455 mm (57.3 in)
Ground clearance255 mm (10.0 in)270 mm (11 in)285 mm (11.2 in)275 mm (10.8 in)
Curb weight144 kg (317 lb)146 kg (322 lb)157 kg (346 lb)142 kg (313 lb)153 kg (337 lb)
Maximum load145 kg (320 lb)145 kg (320 lb)145 kg (320 lb)160 kg (350 lb)160 kg (350 lb)
Fuel capacity7.7 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)7.8 L (1.7 imp gal; 2.1 US gal)12.8 L (2.8 imp gal; 3.4 US gal)
Fuel Consumption ?32.3 km/L (91 mpgimp; 76 mpgUS)*claimed
Oil capacity1.8 L (0.40 imp gal; 0.48 US gal)
DimensionL : 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)
L : 2,230 mm (88 in)
W : 820 mm (32 in)
H : 1,200 mm (47 in)
L : 2,230 mm (88 in)
W : 920 mm (36 in)
H : 1,415 mm (55.7 in)
Seat height875 mm (34.4 in)895 mm (35.2 in)880 mm (35 in)885 mm (34.8 in)
Rake, Trail 27.6°, 113 mm (4.4 in)28.1°, 114 mm (4.5 in)27.5°, 109 mm (4.3 in)

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