Honda launched the CRF line in 2000 as the successor platform to the CR line which began in 1973. Various displacements were released in subsequent years, ranging from 49cc to 449cc. In typical Honda fashion, the products were well received, considered top quality, and became leading sellers – the last letter of the model gives you an idea of its intended purpose: F series are trial and family-friendly rides, X is for off-road, L for dual sport, M for supermoto, and the R series is designed for proper motocross work.
The CRF250R got a big redesign in 2014 so for the next year Honda made some incremental changes: larger front rotor, redesigned exhaust, revised fuel mapping (and the addition of selectable preset maps), and Dunlop’s new-for-the-time MX52 tires. But the big news for 2015 was the new Showa Separate Function Air TAC fork. Ultimate Motorcycling said “the CRF250R’s handling and engine make it the easiest bike in its class to ride.”
For 2016, Honda focused on adding more power with a redesigned intake and exhaust, plus a new piston and connecting rod, higher compression, titanium valves with new valve springs, improved porting, and a more aggressive camshaft. As Motorcycle.com put it in their review of the 2016 model, “the payoff of these changes is a Honda engine that retains its general smoothness and crisp response while packing a lot more punch throughout the rev range. Last year, we complained about the CRF’s relative lack of brawn, but we have no such issues with it this year.”
This example is VIN: JH2ME103XGK801416A, Engine #: 5202762.
There is no odometer, true mileage is unknown.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok, 3% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL, >3% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: N/A
Headlight Low Beam: N/A
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: N/A
Brake Light (Front Switch): N/A
Brake Light (Rear Switch): N/A
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: N/A
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 42/22
Tire Date Code Rear: 23/23
Tire % Remaining Front: 100%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 100%
Tire Press. Front: 16 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 16 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: N/A
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: N/A
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
RECOMMENDED REPAIRS:
-Hydro 2
Modifications:
Neken handlebar, ODI Ruffian grips.
Acerbis brake disc cover.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Scorpion MX MX Extra X tires with date codes of 4222 and 2323.
The sale includes a stand.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Honda is offered on a Bill of Sale only.
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