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2014Honda CRF250L

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The 2014 Honda CRF250L is a lightweight adventure bike designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking an affordable, versatile platform for both on-road and light off-road exploration. Known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and low seat height, this single-cylinder enduro excels at building rider confidence while offering genuine dual-sport capability in an accessible package.

Capacity: 249.6 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 145.2 kg
Seat height: 881 mm
Power: 22.8 HP (16.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2014 Honda CRF250L

vs the 2013

Spec	2013	2014
Fuel capacity	7.70 litres (2.03 US gallons)	7.60 litres (2.01 US gallons)
Front suspension	Telescopic (Inverted) 43mm diameter slide pipe	43mm inverted fork
Rear suspension	Swing arm (Pro-link suspension system) 40mm diameter cylinder	Pro-Link® single shock with spring; 9.4 inches travel
Front brakes	Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.	Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper.	Single disc

Other years 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail88%

Cornering50%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring30%

Two-up20%

Track15%

Best for: Built primarily for green-lane and light trail riding with enough refinement for occasional commuting duties.
Built for: A lightweight, nimble single that rewards playful, momentum-based riding rather than outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not suited to riders wanting highway comfort, sustained high speeds, or carrying a passenger long distances.

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 881mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2014 Honda CRF250L, 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 249.6 ccm
Power: 22.8 HP (16.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 72 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: EHNXC0.25CUA-002
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 3.07 L/100km (76.6 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 1.1 CO g/km
Torque: 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.20 litres/100 km (31.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1570 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
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
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
Overall length: 2195 mm
Overall width: 815 mm
Overall height: 1195 mm
Seat height: 881 mm
Wet weight: 145.2 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.60 litres
Ground clearance: 254 mm
Oil capacity: 1.80 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Semi-double cradle. Swing arm: Rear wheel travel.
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. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 256 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 3.00-21
Rear tyre: 120/80-18

Other

Color options: Red
Comments: Model ID: CRF250L
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

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	2013	2014	2015	2017	2018	2020
Capacity	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc
Seat height	875 mm	881 mm	881 mm	881 mm	881 mm	874 mm
Fuel capacity	7.7 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	8 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAYJul 2015 · 15V439000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the starter relay switch, and as a result, the electrical system may have a loss of power.

Risk: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 and JT0.

These recalls cover some 2014 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Honda recalls →