Motocross Bikes
1996Honda CR 250 R
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The 1996 Honda CR 250 R is a two-stroke motocross bike from the mid-1990s. Its liquid-cooled 250cc single drives through a five-speed gearbox and chain. A 952 mm seat, 96.4 kg dry weight and 10-litre tank make it a competitive track machine for experienced riders.
- Capacity
- 250.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 96.4 kg
- Seat height
- 952 mm
- Power
- 59.0 HP (43.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for motocross racing on prepared tracks, not for street use or general recreation.
- Built for
- A raw, lightweight two-stroke racer that rewards aggressive throttle control with explosive acceleration and razor-sharp handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for commuting, touring, passengers, or riders seeking comfort and low-maintenance simplicity.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 250.0 ccm
- Power
- 59.0 HP (43.4 kW)
- Torque
- 51.0 Nm (5.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6120 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 66.4 x 72.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet Multiple Plate
Performance
- Top speed
- 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1482 mm
- Overall length
- 2173 mm
- Overall width
- 823 mm
- Overall height
- 1263 mm
- Seat height
- 952 mm
- Dry weight
- 96.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 345 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Crome MOlly
- Front suspension
- Kayaba inverted forks
- Rear suspension
- Pro LInk showa single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 320 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.5°
- Trail
- 107 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. 2 piston calliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. single piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-12
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-19
Other
- Color options
- Red/White/Purple, Black/Red/White
- Modifications compared to previous model
- Lighter, Faster Engine
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 1995 | 1996 | 1998 | 2001 | 2004 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 250 cc | 250 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 96 kg | 96 kg | 96 kg | 96 kg | 97 kg | 97 kg |
| Seat height | 952 mm | 952 mm | 952 mm | 952 mm | 950 mm | 942 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 7.7 L | 7.6 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CR 250 R?
The 1996 Honda CR 250 R has a Capacity of 250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CR 250 R have?
The 1996 Honda CR 250 R has a Power of 59.0 HP (43.4 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CR 250 R have?
The 1996 Honda CR 250 R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CR 250 R?
The 1996 Honda CR 250 R has a Torque of 51.0 Nm (5.2 kgf-m or 37.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Honda CR 250 R weigh?
The 1996 Honda CR 250 R has a Dry weight of 96.4 kg (212.5 pounds).
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