Honda CRF250RX - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

The 2025 Honda CRF250RX is a versatile dual-sport motorcycle designed for riders seeking adventure on both road and trail. Known for its lightweight handling, reliable air-cooled engine, and wire-spoked wheels shod with Dunlop Geomax AT81 all-terrain tires, it excels at casual off-road exploration and commuting. Its manageable 958mm seat height and 109.8kg weight make it accessible to newer riders while offering genuine off-road capability.

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General information

Color OptionsRed
PriceUS$ 8699. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
CategoryEnduro / offroad
ModelHonda CRF250RX
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
ClutchMulti plate wet
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling SystemLiquid
IgnitionFull transistorized
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
InductionInjection. Rogrammed Fuel-Injection system (PGM-FI); 44mm throttle bore
Valves Per Cylinder4
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 50.9 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches)
Compression Ratio13.9:1
Engine Details33mm intake valve, titanium; 26mm exhaust, titanium
Capacity:249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity8.00 litres (2.11 US gallons)
Wheelbase1478 mm (58.2 inches)
Ground Clearance330 mm (13.0 inches)
Overall Width839 mm (33.0 inches)
Overall Length2170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall Height1281 mm (50.4 inches)
Seat Height958 mm (37.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wet Weight109.8 kg (242.0 pounds)

Honda CRF250RX dimensions and frame

WheelsWire spoked. Dunlop Geomax AT81 tires.
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Brake Disc Diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear Tyre110/100-18
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Wheel Travel312 mm (12.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionShowa single shock with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability
Front Wheel Travel310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front Suspension49mm leading-axle inverted Showa® fork
Trail114 mm (4.5 inches)
FrameAluminium twin tube

Other specs

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Fork tube size49 mm (1.9 inches)
Sprockets13/50 (front/rear)
Chain links114
Chain size520
Spark plugsNGK R0451B-8
Coolant1.00 litres (0.26 US gallons)
Brake fluidDOT 4
Engine oilSAE 10W-30
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CommentsModel ID: CRF250RX.
Oil capacity1.40 litres (1.48 US quarts)
Rake (fork angle)27.5°
Driveline#520 Chain; 13T/50T
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Model year2025

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track70%
City10%
Cornering80%
Daily Riding15%
Touring20%
Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a competition-focused cross-country machine best suited to intermediate and experienced off-road riders who already understand aggressive suspension and a tall, firm chassis.
PurposeBuilt for closed-course cross-country racing (like GNCC-style events) with electric start and a wide-ratio 5-speed gearbox for extended off-road stints rather than street use.
Rider FitThe 37.7-inch seat height, 13 inches of ground clearance, and 242-lb wet weight demand good rider fitness, leg length, and off-road strength for standing, pivoting, and manhandling the bike over rough terrain.
CharacterSharp, light, and eager, with a high-revving single-cylinder engine, premium fully adjustable Showa suspension, and race-bred geometry that rewards an active, aggressive riding style.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the right bike for commuting, passenger riding, paved highway touring, or riders seeking a low, easy-to-manage, comfort-oriented motorcycle.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2025 Honda CRF250RX Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 958mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2025 Honda CRF250RX, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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