2002 Honda XR 250 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Honda's cross - motocross motorcycle lineup, the 2002 Honda XR 250 R pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 73.0 x 59.5 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) with a 10.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XR 250 R measures 108.9 kg (240 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 914 mm (36 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,400 mm (55.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 10.9-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2001 to 2004, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
914 mm (36 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.2:1
Bore x Stroke73.0 x 59.5 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Travel269 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear Travel269 mm (10.6 inches)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground Clearance315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-21
Rear Tyre100/100-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight108.9 kg (240.1 pounds)
Seat Height914 mm (36.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
