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)
What’s new for the 2009 Honda CRF250R
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 38.0 HP (28.3 kW) | 42.9 HP (31.6 kW) |
| Torque | — | 29.3 Nm (3.0 kgf-m or 21.6 ft.lbs) |
| Dry weight | — | 101.2 kg (223.1 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.20 litres (1.90 US gallons) | 7.30 litres (1.93 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 47.0mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability | 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 Showa single-shock with spring preload, 13-position [low-speed] and 3.5-turn [high-speed] compression damping and 17-position rebound damping adjustability | Pro-Link with single Showa damper, adjustable low-speed (13-step) and |
| Compression | 12.9:1 | 13.1:1 |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Will it fit you?
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- 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 (dry)
- 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
- 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
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
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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 | 2005 | 2009 | 2011 | 2016 | 2022 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 93 kg | 101 kg | 101 kg | 101 kg | 101 kg | 101 kg |
| Seat height | 965 mm | 965 mm | 955 mm | 950 mm | 955 mm | 955 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.6 L | 7.3 L | 5.7 L | 6.3 L | 6.3 L | 6.4 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 CRF250R?
The 2009 Honda CRF250R has a Capacity of 249.4 ccm (15.22 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CRF250R have?
The 2009 Honda CRF250R has a Power of 42.9 HP (31.6 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CRF250R have?
The 2009 Honda CRF250R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CRF250R?
The 2009 Honda CRF250R has a Torque of 29.3 Nm (3.0 kgf-m or 21.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Honda CRF250R weigh?
The 2009 Honda CRF250R has a Dry weight of 101.2 kg (223.1 pounds).
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