How many gears does the 2026 Honda CRF250RX have?

Name: 2026 Honda CRF250RX
Brand: Honda

The 2026 Honda CRF250RX has a Gearbox of Constant-mesh 5-speed return; manual.

Honda CRF250RX - 2026 Specifications and Reviews

The 2026 Honda CRF250RX is a lightweight dual-sport motorcycle engineered for adventure-focused riders seeking off-road capability with street versatility. Its 249cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine delivers responsive power suited to technical terrain, while its fully adjustable Showa suspension and aggressive tread Dunlop tires excel in challenging conditions. Best known for reliability and nimble handling, it bridges the gap between pure dirt bikes and road-going adventure machines.

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General information
Color Options	Red

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Final Drive	#520 chain; 13T/50T
Clutch	Multiplate wet; 9 plates, 5 springs
Gearbox	Constant-mesh 5-speed return; manual
Starting	Push-button electric starter
Ignition	DC-CDI
Induction	Programmed fuel-injection system (PGM-FI); 44mm throttle body
Compression Ratio	13.9:1
Bore x Stroke	79.0 mm x 50.9 mm
Valves Per Cylinder	DOHC four-valve; 33mm intake, titanium; 26mm exhaust, titanium
Engine Type	249.4cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke; 9º inclined from vertical
Physical measures and capacities
Wet Weight	242 lbs.
Fuel Capacity	2.1 gal.
Wheelbase	58.2 in.
Seat Height	37.7 in.
Ground Clearance	13.0 in.
Overall Height	50.3 in.
Overall Width	33.0 in.
Overall Length	85.7 in.

Honda CRF250RX dimensions and frame
Trail	4.6 in. (116mm)
Rake	27.4º
Rear Tyre	Dunlop Geomax AT81 110/100-18 w/ tube
Front Tyre	Dunlop Geomax AT81 90/90-21 w/ tube
Rear Brakes	Single 1-piston hydraulic caliper w/ 240mm petal-style disc
Front Brakes	Single 2-piston hydraulic caliper (30mm, 27mm) w/ 260mm petal-style disc
Rear Suspension	Pro-Link system; fully adjustable Showa single shock; 12.1 in. travel
Front Suspension	49mm fully adjustable leading-axle inverted telescopic Showa coil-spring fork; 12.2 in. travel
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track70%

City10%

Cornering80%

Daily Riding15%

Touring20%

Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best For	This 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.
Purpose	Built 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 Fit	The 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.
Character	Sharp, 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 For	This 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.