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2017Honda CRF250L Rally

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The 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally is a lightweight adventure bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking accessible off-road capability. Known for its manageable 144kg weight, forgiving handling, and 269mm ground clearance, it excels on mixed terrain and serves as an ideal entry point into adventure riding with practical everyday usability.

Capacity
249.6 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
144.0 kg
Seat height
874 mm
Power
22.8 HP (16.6 kW) @ 8500 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 23Agility 66Comfort 58Off-road 82Touring 55Road manners 40
Off-road & trail82%
Cornering55%
City riding50%
Daily riding55%
Touring55%
Two-up30%
Track15%
Best for
Built for light adventure and dual-sport exploration, blending long-distance rally styling with genuine off-road capability.
Built for
A modest, dependable single-cylinder machine that favors low-speed control and endurance over outright speed.
Not ideal for
Not suited for riders wanting highway-speed overtakes or aggressive sport-touring performance.

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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At 874mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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
249.6 ccm
Power
22.8 HP (16.6 kW) @ 8500 RPM
Torque
22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1583 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression
10.7:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multiplate with coil springs
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1445 mm
Seat height
874 mm
Wet weight
144.0 kg
Fuel capacity
8.00 litres
Ground clearance
269 mm
Oil capacity
1.80 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
43mm inverted fork
Rear suspension
Pro-Link® single shock with spring; 9.4 inches travel
Front wheel travel
61 mm
Rear wheel travel
61 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
113 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter
256 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. ABS.
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
ABS
Optional
Front tyre
3.00-21
Rear tyre
120/80-18
Other
Color options
Red
Comments
Model ID: CRF250LH

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 201720182019
Capacity 250 cc 250 cc 250 cc
Seat height 874 mm 874 mm 874 mm
Fuel capacity 8 L 8 L 8 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 CRF250L Rally?

The 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally has a Capacity of 249.6 ccm (15.23 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda CRF250L Rally have?

The 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally has a Power of 22.8 HP (16.6 kW) @ 8500 RPM.

How many gears does the Honda CRF250L Rally have?

The 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda CRF250L Rally?

The 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally has a Torque of 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.

How much does the Honda CRF250L Rally weigh?

The 2017 Honda CRF250L Rally has a Wet weight of 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds).

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