The Honda Brand always wanted to be a step ahead to others and will deliver the best motorcycles of all times. The year it has launched new Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike featuring the best and powerful engine. The graphics are like the 2017 CRF250X, but it has a better look and excellent quality components. The chassis is compact and has perfect design that supports the rider during riding on rough surfaces. This new dirt bike features a compact Unicam engine having a high-lift cam and titanium intake and exhaust valves. The new twin-muffler exhaust keeps the weight of the motorcycle and centre of mass symmetrical. This dirt bike has new Showa air fork that makes a smooth and fine tuning at the track with the fully adjustable Showa rear suspension. The review of newly launched Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike with price and specification are written below.
Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike – Specification and Price
Engine Features
The newly launched Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike features a compact Unicam design offering the best SOHC and DOHC engineering. It delivers the predictable power in the best way. There is a simple handlebar mounted mode-select-button that lets the rider to dial in the engine power delivery character with the push of a button. The rider can choose between the Standard, Smooth and Aggressive damping on track conditions. If the rider wants to change the settings the rider can also reprogram the Smooth and Aggressive modes with an optional HRC Turning Tool for custom-tailored power delivery. There is new Fuel Injection system in it that helps in smooth delivering of power and predictable engine performance. Moreover, this system is easily adjustable to the specific track conditions plus rider can also refine setting according to his preference. This new Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike uses an exclusive twin-muffler setup. This muffler is shorter and lower to achieve the closer centre of mass. It helps to make a fantastic handling experience. There are new blackened radiator fin guards in this dirt bike. It features the rear disc guard, and brake line guides offer the sharp look.
Chassis
The newly launched Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike features twin-spar aluminium chassis featuring a lower frame spars to help the bottom centre of gravity, and it also improves the centre of mass. It gives incredible handling experience with better manoeuvring. The lightweight twin-muffler setup lets the engineers move the mufflers towards the core of the mass. It helps the engineers to makes the subframe lighter, which is best for handling. This dirt bike features 49 mm of inverted Showa SFF-TAC (Separate Functioning Fork) air fork weighs less than the conventional spring design. It is very to adjust than the 2017 CRF150R, and it helps the front end planted and enhances the stability of the bike. The new Honda Progressive Steering Damper is designed to work in conjunction with the front and rear suspension to offers the best steering precision under the braking and acceleration.
Brakes and Tires
The newly launched Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike features a full 260 mm diameter of the front brake rotor with excellent stopping power and good lever feel. The rear wave disc is completely redesigned with the sharp look and shaves weight and collects less debris. The tires of the dirt bike are developed with Dunlop’s technology with the unidirectional MX52FA front tire and MX52 rear tire that gives an excellent feedback and has perfect complement for the new suspension system.
Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike – Price
The newly launched Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike comes with the price of $7,599 only.
Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike – Specs with Pics
ENGINE
Engine Type | 249 cc liquid-cooled single cylinder four-stroke |
Bore And Stroke | 76.8 mm x 53.8 mm |
Induction | Dual-Timing Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 46 mm of throttle body |
Ignition | Full transistor with an electronic advance |
Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 |
Valve Train | Unicam®, four-valve, titanium, 30.5 mm intake, 25 mm exhaust, titanium |
DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission | Close-ratio five-speed |
Final Drive | #520 Chain; 13T/49T |
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension | 49 mm of inverted Showa® SFF-Air TAC fork with a 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability, 12.2 inches travel |
Rear Suspension | Pro-Link® Showa single shock with an adjustable spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and a high-speed (3.5 turns), 12.3 inches travel |
Front Brake | Single 260 mm disc with twin-piston calliper |
Rear Brake | Single 240 mm disc |
Front Tire | Dunlop MX52F 80/100-21 |
Rear Tire | Dunlop MX52 100/90-19 |
DIMENSIONS
Rake | 27° 23′ (Caster Angle) |
Trail | 118 mm (4.6 inches) |
Wheelbase | 58.6 inches |
Seat Height | 37.4 inches |
Curb Weight | 231 pounds |
Fuel Capacity | 1.7 gallons |
Ground Clearance | 12.7 inches |
OTHER
Available Colors | Red |
Model ID | CRF250R |
Conclusion
The newly launched Honda 2017 CRF250R Dirt Bike features a quality component that makes it one of the best dirt bike. The engine offers an incredible power with superb acceleration and torque. The tires provide an exceptional grip while the suspension provides outstanding performance.