2004 Honda XR 250 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Honda's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2004 Honda XR 250 R utilizes a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. 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.
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 9.08-liter (2.4 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)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake25.3°
Trail94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front Suspension41mm leading-axle Kayaba cartridge fork with 20-position compression-damping adjustability
Front Travel269 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-Link Kayaba single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability.
Rear Travel269 mm (10.6 inches)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/90-21
Rear Tyre100/90-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height914 mm (36.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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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.
