2008 Honda CRF 250 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Honda's cross - motocross motorcycle platform, the 2008 Honda CRF 250 R pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 78.0 x 52.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches) with a 12.9:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the CRF 250 R measures 103 kg (227 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 965 mm (38 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,478 mm (58.2 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7.19-liter (1.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2005 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
965 mm (38 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression12.9:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 52.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 40mm Keihin flat-slide
IgnitionCD
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake27.9°
Trail125 mm (4.9 inches)
Front Suspension47.0mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability
Front Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-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
Rear Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheelbase1478 mm (58.2 inches)
Ground Clearance361 mm (14.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/0-21
Rear Tyre100/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight103.0 kg (227.0 pounds)
Seat Height965 mm (38.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity7.19 litres (1.90 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsRed, Black (2008 Special Color, Limited Availability)
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
