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2017 HONDA CRF250L

2017 HONDA CRF250L

Model updates: Wearing sharp new CRF450R-derived bodywork, the dual-purpose ready-for-anything CRF250L has more power and torque from a revised intake and exhaust system, plus ABS braking and a new digital dash with tachometer and fuel gauge.

17YM CRF250L

Contents:

1 Introduction

2 Model overview

3 Key features

4 Technical specifications

 

1. Introduction

A 250cc dual-purpose motorcycle covers many bases: it slips easily through congested city streets thanks to lightweight and slim proportions matched with superb maneuverability, while its suspension, ground reach and seat height deliver a fun and comfortable ride on rough tarmac and trails. It opens up a whole new range of two-wheeled opportunities, whatever the rider’s experience level.

The Honda CRF250L, launched worldwide in Europe in 2012, is just such a machine. It’s found popularity with older riders – who often keep it as a second bike – while also connecting a younger demographic to Honda, many of whom use it as a cool, stylish alternative to a scooter. And for every owner, it offers the chance to head off the tarmac and on to the dirt. It was joined in 2014 by the supermoto-style CRF250M. For 2017 the CRF250L has been revised, while a new model, the CRF250 RALLY, adds an adventure-sport dynamic to the range.

With styling cues taken directly from Honda’s CRF250R and CRF450R MX machines, the new CRF250L is ready for anything a rider can throw at it: it’s tough, practical and equally at home around a city block or out on the trail.

*See separate 2017 CRF250 RALLY presskit.

Mr Eiji Sugiyama, Large Project Leader (LPL) 17YM CRF250L

“We really wanted to build on the success of the CRF250L with performance upgrades that open up even more new opportunities for riders young and old, no matter what kind of journey they want to tackle. So with the new machine we have improved the power, appearance and usefulness. We’ve also made sure it remains accessible to a wide variety of riders, as we know that for many the CRF250L will be the start of their motorcycling adventure.”

Honda CRF250L – Ready for Road and Trail

 

2. Model Overview

Well proven, the CRF250L’s tough steel frame and long travel Showa suspension remain unchanged, but new bodywork draws its influence from the minimalism for the CRF450R MX for a sharper, slimmed-down look. A digital dash adds a tachometer and fuel gauge and ABS is fitted as standard, with the option of disengaging it for the rear brake.

The 249cc engine boasts more bottom-end torque and peak power from revised PGM-FI and throttle body plus a new airbox, connector tube and lightweight exhaust. It is also EURO4 compliant.

 

3. Key Features

3.1 Styling & Equipment

The CRF250L is a true small capacity all-rounder, and as such is built so form and function seamlessly intertwine. Its slim width not only helps it in traffic, but also off-road where the smooth seat/tank interface also allows the rider to transfer their weight freely.

Cohesively laid out, the new digital dash features a speedometer, tachometer plus fuel gauge and clock. Much more compact than the previous design, the rear light, indicators and number plate bracket tuck neatly out of harm’s way.

The 7.8L (including 1.8L reserve) fuel tank delivers class-leading range: with fuel consumption from the engine of 33.3km/l (WMTC mode), over 250km is possible. The flat filler cap is hinged for convenience.

The CRF250L comes finished in Honda’s Extreme Red racing colour as a base, with black and white accents drawn directly from HRC’s factory machines.

 

3.2 Chassis

The CRF250L’s frame is constructed from steel, with twin oval-section main spars and a semi-double cradle. A wheelbase of 1,445mm is matched to a 27.6°’ rake with 113mm trail and ground clearance of 255mm. Seat height is 875mm with wet weight of 146kg.

A 43mm Showa inverted fork has 250mm of stroke: light weight and rigid, one side houses the spring while the other provides damping control. A 17mm front wheel spindle (2mm larger in diameter) improves rigidity and handling feel. Pro-Link rear suspension features a 240mm axle stroke; the Showa shock absorber is a single tube design with 40mm diameter cylinder.

The tapered aluminium swingarm incorporates a monoblock casting that provides the correct rigidity balance and reduces un-sprung mass. Extruded aluminium is used for the chain adjustment collar.

Up front, a 256mm floating wave-style disc is worked by a two-piston caliper. Two channel ABS is fitted as standard and gives the rider the option to switch it off for the rear caliper. Aluminium rims (21-inch front/18 rear) wear block pattern tyres (front: 3.00-21 51P, rear: 120/80-18M/C 62P). A small detail – but a useful one off-road – is that the gear lever now features a folding tip.

 

3.3 Engine

The CRF250L’s 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder DOHC engine has more bottom-end torque and high rpm power, with a linear delivery. Peak power of 18.2kW is delivered @ 8,500rpm with peak torque of 22.6Nm arriving @ 6,750rpm.

Revised PGM-FI feeds fuel/air mixture through a 38mm throttle body (up from 36mm) and draws air from the airbox via a direct connecting tube. The exhaust muffler has a diameter of 115mm, houses the catalyser and uses two chambers: it’s 450g lighter than the previous design and a larger bore downpipe helps the engine breathe and make more power.

The engine uses a compact roller/rocker arm valve train and cylinder head, with bore and stroke of 76 x 55mm. An offset cylinder reduces frictional losses while the piston itself incorporates a special surface material, plus a molybdenum coating. The oil pump features an internal relief structure that prevents aeration of relieved oil.

The crank journal employs a half-split, press-fit metal bearing while the crank bearing uses a cast-iron bush, reducing weight, smoothing the engine and strengthening the rigidity of the case housing, minimizing the internal diameter change due to thermal expansion.

A primary balance shaft further reduces vibration and the six-speed gearbox and clutch are manufactured to cope with the extra stress of riding off-road. The 10.7 kW heat-release radiator features a thin guide-ring cooling fan to maintain even temperatures at low speeds.

The CRF250L engine is EURO4 compliant.

 

4. Technical Specifications

ENGINE

 

Type

Liquid-cooled, Single, DOHC

Engine Displacement (cm³)

250cc

No. of Valves per Cylinder

4

Bore ´ Stroke (mm)

76.0 x 55.0

Compression Ratio

10.7

Max. Power Output

18.2kW/8500rpm

Max. Torque

22.6Nm/6750rpm

Oil Capacity

1.8L

FUEL SYSTEM

 

Carburation

PGM-FI

Fuel Tank Capacity

7.8L

Fuel Consumption

33.3km/litre

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

 

Starter

Electric

Battery Capacity

12V-7AH

ACG Output

324W / 5000rpm

DRIVETRAIN

 

Clutch Type

Wet multiplate hydraulic

Transmission Type

6-speed

Final Drive

Chain

FRAME

 

Type

Steel Twin Tube

CHASSIS

 

Dimensions (LxWxH)

2195 x 815 x 1195mm

Wheelbase

1445mm

Caster Angle

27.6°

Trail

113mm

Seat Height

875mm

Ground Clearance

255mm

Kerb Weight

146kg

Turning radius

2.3m

SUSPENSION

 

Type Front

43mm Telescopic Upsidedown

Type Rear

Prolink

WHEELS

 

Rim Size Front

21 inch

Rim Size Rear

18 inch

Tyres Front

3.00-21 51P

Tyres Rear

120/80-18M/C 62P

BRAKES

 

ABS System Type

2 channel

INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS

 

Instruments

Digital

Headlight

Bulb

Taillight

Bulb

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.

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