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After winning numerous comparison tests and awards in 2010, the CRF250R enters the new season sporting a number of improvements that will help it continue its winning ways. A new Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) with a larger, 24mm damper piston aids tracking precision, and new suspension settings front and rear help give this stellar-handling machine even better chassis balance for 2011. Changes to engine tuning now give the CRF250R a stronger bottom-end and midrange hit, and this model also features a new muffler that meets the 94-decibel sound level required by some racing organisations in 2011.

ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN

• All-new cylinder head with revised port shapes, new camshaft and new exhaust valves shape for enhanced drivability at low and medium rpm
• All-new cylinder head with revised port shapes, new camshaft and new exhaust valves shape for enhanced drivability at low and medium rpm
• New induction-hardened crankshaft for increased engine life and greater reliability
• Third generation Unicam engine with lightweight battery-less fuel injection for reliable, controllable power
• Liquid-cooled four-valve Unicam® 249cc engine
• PGM-FI system monitors throttle position, intake air and coolant temperatures and manifold pressure to accurately map fuel charge and ignition spark, significantly improving partial-throttle response and helping to ensure excellent rideability

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

• New Pro-Link rear suspension linkage for enhanced traction and improved chassis control
• New suspension settings front and rear ensure stable running on rough terrain, boosting rider confidence
• Mass-centralised chassis gives fine control at any speed, particularly during mid-air manoeuvres
• New front axle collars add rigidity to the front end, increasing steering precision
• Tough and lightweight Honda Progressive Steering Damper for improved steering precision and enhanced stability on the toughest terrain

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• New longer and wider footpegs for enhanced control, with new bolt for lighter weight. Revised kickstart arm ensures easy starting
• New high-capacity muffler ensures compliance with global noise and emissions regulations without compromising performance.
• Striking Honda Racing-inspired graphics
• Rider ergonomics are optimized by adapting the handlebar, seat and footpeg height to place the rider’s legs at the narrowest part of the frame for improved comfort and handling feel

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ENGINE

DISPLACEMENT	249cc
TYPE	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 4-valve SOHC
BORE & STROKE	76.8 x 53.8mm
VALVE TRAIN	Unicam; 4-valve
COMPRESSION RATIO	13.2:1
STARTER	Kick
CARBURETION	PGM - FI electronic fuel injection
IGNITION	Full transistor
TRANSMISSION	5-speed constant mesh
DRIVE	#520 roller chain

FRAME

DIMENSIONS (LxWxH)	2,183 x 823 x 1,273mm
WHEELBASE	1,488.3mm
TRAIL	116.7mm
SEAT HEIGHT	955mm
GROUND CLEARANCE	325mm
FUEL CAPACITY	5.7 litres
KERB WEIGHT	103.9kg
RAKE (CASTER ANGLE)	27°12'

TYRES

FRONT	80/100 21-inch
REAR	110/90 19-inch

SUSPENSION

FRONT	48mm inverted KYB leading-axle twin-chamber cartridge-type telescopic fork with 16-step adjustable compression and rebound damping; 310mm axle travel
REAR	Pro-Link with KYB damper, adjustable low-speed (13-step) and high-speed (3.5-turn) compression and 17-step rebound damping; 313mm axle travel

BRAKES

FRONT	240mm x 3mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
REAR	240mm x 4mm hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads

WARRANTY

WARRANTY PERIOD	No Warranty

NOTE

NOTE	All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice

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