Model updates: The new CRF250RX arrives in cross-country specification to further strengthen Honda’s off-road line-up. Sharing the frame and engine hardware of the CRF250R moto-crosser, it is fully adapted to its role, with 8.5L fuel tank, forged aluminium sidestand and 18-inch rear wheel, plus revisions to power delivery and suspension settings. It also features 3-level HRC Launch Control as standard.
- Model Overview In common with the CRF450RX, the CRF250RX uses the rock-solid base of its moto-cross sibling and adds the essential ingredients for closed-course cross-country riding. Thus, it features a 8.5L fuel tank (like the CRF450RX), and also uses an 18-inch rear wheel plus revised suspension settings front and rear. Fuelling and ignition mapping have also been adjusted to deliver a softer power delivery compared to the moto-crosser, and a forged aluminium sidestand is fitted as standard.
- Key Features
- Strong bottom-end torque, same top-end power as CRF250R
- Benefits from 19YM CRF250R upgrades: revised throttle body, cylinder head, intake and exhaust for improved low-down performance
- 3 level HRC Launch Control optimises start performance
- Renthal Fatbar has 4-way adjustable positioning
- DID rims finished in black, 18-inch rear wheel
- Shares CRF250R upgrades for 19YM: new front brake caliper and hose for improved stopping performance; redesigned sump guard and fork protectors
- Technical Specifications
The CRF250RX also benefits from the upgrades made to the CRF250R for 19YM: engine changes which boost low-rpm torque to gain time out of slower corners.
(thanks to revisions from the throttle body all the way to the exhaust), a new front brake caliper, Renthal Fatbars and 3-mode HRC Launch Control to help any rider gain a good start, every time.
New for YM19 (and as with the CRF250R) HRC’s Launch Control system gives any rider the best option for a strong start and has 3 modes to choose from:
Level 3 – 8,250rpm, muddy conditions/beginner
Level 2 – 8,500rpm, dry conditions/basic
Level 1 – 9,500rpm, dry conditions/expert
Activating HRC Launch Control is easy – to turn on, pull in the clutch and push the Start button (on the right). The LED will blink once for Level 1 selection. Push the Start button again, for 0.5s or longer, and the LED will blink twice for Level 2. Repeat the process and the LED will blink 3 times, indication Level 3 has been chosen.
The Engine Mode Select Button (EMSB) alters the engine’s characteristics and three maps are available to suit riding conditions or rider preference: Mode 1 (Standard), Mode 2 (Smooth) and Mode 3 (Aggressive). The LED also displays Mode selected.
2.2 Chassis
The CRF250RX uses the same tapered-spar aluminium frame as the CRF250R, which returns excellent feedback and rear wheel grip due to its low centre of gravity.
Unchanged in its transition to RX-spec. it does use anew twin-piston front brake caliper – common with the YM19 CRF450R – which has 30 and 27mm diameter pistons. This allows for a lighter body and, along with low expansion rate brake hose, improved brake feel and staying power. It works on a 260mm wave-pattern disc, matched by a rear 240mm wave-pattern disc and single-piston caliper.
| ENGINE | |
| Type | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke single DOHC |
| Displacement | 249.4cc |
| Bore ´ Stroke | 79mm x 50.9mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 : 1 |
| Oil Capacity | 1.3 litres |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Carburation | Fuel injection |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 8.5 litres |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |
| Ignition | Full transistor |
| Starter | Electric |
| DRIVETRAIN | |
| Clutch Type | Wet multiplate |
| Transmission Type | Constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| FRAME | |
| Type | Aluminium twin tube |
| CHASSIS | |
| Dimensions (L´W´H) | 2185mm x 827mm x 1262mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,486mm |
| Caster Angle | 27.3 degrees |
| Trail | 115mm |
| Seat Height | 961mm |
| Ground Clearance | 329mm |
| Kerb Weight | 111kg |
| SUSPENSION | |
| Type Front | 49mm Showa coil-sprung fork |
| Type Rear | Showa monoshock using Honda Pro-Link system |
| WHEELS | |
| Type Front | Aluminium spoke |
| Type Rear | Aluminium spoke |
| Tyres Front | 90/90-21 Dunlop AT81 |
| Tyres Rear | 110/100-18 Dunlop AT81 |
| BRAKES | |
| Front | 260mm hydraulic wave disc |
| Rear | 240mm hydraulic wave disc |
Recommended Retail price: R105 999 Including VAT
