Motocross Bikes

2009Honda CRF250R

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The 2009 Honda CRF250R is a lightweight enduro bike designed for beginner and intermediate off-road riders seeking a nimble, manageable platform. Its 250cc single-cylinder engine delivers approachable power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the compact frame and low seat height make it ideal for trail riding and amateur racing. Known for Honda reliability and ease of maintenance, it remains a popular choice for learning proper dirt bike technique.

Capacity: 249.4 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 101.2 kg
Seat height: 965 mm
Power: 42.9 HP (31.6 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail97%

Cornering85%

City riding5%

Daily riding5%

Touring5%

Two-up0%

Track90%

Best for: Built purely for closed-course motocross racing, it excels at jumps, whoops, and hard-charging berm-to-berm riding rather than any form of road use.
Built for: It rewards an aggressive, race-focused mindset with sharp handling, high-revving punch, and razor-quick direction changes.
Not ideal for: It is not suitable for commuting, touring, carrying a passenger, or any rider seeking plush comfort or road-legal practicality.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 965mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2009 Honda CRF250R, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 249.4 ccm
Power: 42.9 HP (31.6 kW)
Torque: 29.3 Nm (3.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4239 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 78.0 x 52.2 mm
Compression: 13.1:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Kick
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital capacitor discharge with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multi plate wet clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1477 mm
Overall length: 2170 mm
Overall width: 827 mm
Overall height: 2170 mm
Seat height: 965 mm
Dry weight: 101.2 kg
Wet weight: 102.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.30 litres
Ground clearance: 362 mm
Oil capacity: 1.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium twin tube
Front suspension: HSPD steering damper, 47mm inverted Showa leading-axle twin-chamber cartridge-type telescopic fork with 16-step adjustable compression and rebound damping
Rear suspension: Pro-Link with single Showa damper, adjustable low-speed (13-step) and
Front wheel travel: 315 mm
Rear wheel travel: 89 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 80/100-21
Rear tyre: 100/90-19

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2009	2014	2018	2023	2027
Capacity	249 cc	249 cc	249 cc	249 cc	249 cc
Dry weight	101 kg	101 kg	101 kg	101 kg	101 kg
Seat height	965 mm	950 mm	960 mm	960 mm	955 mm
Fuel capacity	7.3 L	6.3 L	6.3 L	6.3 L	6.4 L