Honda CR250R
The Honda CR250R has a top speed of 130 km/h, produces 49 hp and weighs 103 kg.
Introduced in 1973 as Honda's first mass-produced 250cc motocross machine, the CR250R evolved through air-cooled, water-cooled and finally twin-spar aluminium-framed generations before production ended in 2007. It is notable for its championship pedigree (Rick Johnson, Jeremy McGrath, Ricky Carmichael) and as one of the last great 250cc two-stroke motocrossers before four-strokes took over.
49 hp
الطاقة
42 Nm
عزم الدوران
103 kg
الوزن
130 km/h
توب سبيد
8.5 L/100km
الوقود
عاري
جسم
🔧 Service Schedule & Parts
Affiliate · we may earn| Service item | Every | Typical cost | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🛢️ Engine oil + oil filter | 300 km / 0 mi or 1 mo | $15-30 | 🛢️ Buy → ⚙️ Buy → |
| 🌬️ Air filter | 50 km / 0 mi | — | 🌬️ Buy → |
| ⚡ Spark plugs | 1,500 km / 1,000 mi | — | ⚡ Buy → |
| 🔗 Chain & sprockets | 1500-4000 km (replace) | $150-300 | 🔗 Buy → |
| 🛑 Brake pads | 1500-3000 km | $40-80 | 🛑 Buy → |
| 💧 Brake fluid | 3,000 km / 2,000 mi or 2 yr | — | |
| 🧊 Coolant | 2,000 km / 1,000 mi | — | |
| 🛞 Tires | 800-2000 km | $150-300 | 🛞 Buy → |
| 🔩 Major service | 1,500 km / 1,000 mi | $400-900 |
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Late aluminium models best
The 2002–2007 bikes with the fifth-generation aluminium frame and 47mm Showa forks are the most desirable and parts are still reasonably available. Ask for hours since the last top-end and check the cylinder plating with a torch before buying.
Power valve and jetting
The HPP power-valve mechanism gums up with carbon and can lose its seal, causing a flat midrange, and 2002+ models were often criticised for soft low-end and fussy Keihin PWK jetting. Also inspect aluminium frames and subframes for cracks around the shock mount and footpeg area on hard-raced examples.
Two-stroke race schedule
Expect a piston and ring every 20–40 hours, crank bearings/seals around 80–100 hours, and premix at roughly 32:1 with quality synthetic oil. Clean the power valve, grease the linkage and swingarm bearings, and service the air filter and fork/shock oil regularly since these bikes were built for racing, not neglect.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Honda CR250R — owned, ridden, recommended.
مشاكل شائعة
🔥 1 CRITICALKick compression, exhaust port scoring, smoke, hard starting
Side-to-side flywheel play, gear oil, coolant loss
Remove cover, check valve movement and linkage arms
Fork oil weeping, shock sag, linkage bearing play
✅قائمة مراجعة ما قبل الشراء
Strong if maintained; neglect gets expensive fast
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Honda CR250R? +
Worn top end, low compression: Kick compression, exhaust port scoring, smoke, hard starting (moderate) | Crank bearing and seal failure: Side-to-side flywheel play, gear oil, coolant loss (serious) | Power valve carbon buildup, sticking linkage: Remove cover, check valve movement and linkage arms (minor)
What is the horsepower of the Honda CR250R? +
The Honda CR250R produces 49 hp @ 8,000 rpm, with 42 Nm @ 7,000 rpm of torque. Top speed: 130 km/h.
Is the Honda CR250R good for beginners? +
Yes — the Honda CR250R is a reasonable choice for new riders (49 hp is manageable), weighing 103 kg.
Is the Honda CR250R reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Honda CR250R, notably: Crank bearing and seal failure (Side-to-side flywheel play, gear oil, coolant loss). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Honda CR250R good for daily use? +
Suited for daily supermoto use — 8.5 L/100km fuel economy.
How fast is the Honda CR250R? +
The Honda CR250R reaches a top speed of 130 km/h, producing 49 hp at 103 kg curb weight. Real-world performance depends on rider weight, gearing, and road conditions.
What gear should I buy for a Honda CR250R? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Honda CR250R, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads — see motoryk.com/bikes/honda/cr250r/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
