1979 Honda CR250 Specifications and Specs
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1979 Honda CR250, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
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General Specifications
Engine Type Air-cooled, 2-stroke, single-cylinder
Displacement 248 cc
Bore × Stroke 70.0 × 64.8 mm
Compression Ratio 6.8:1
Maximum Power Approx. 30 hp
Maximum Torque
Carburetor Keihin | Replacement Options
Lubrication Premix
Fuel Mix Ratio 20:1 | Premix Calculator
Ignition CDI
Spark Plug NGK B8ES
Spark Plug Gap 0.6–0.7 mm
Transmission
Transmission Type 5-speed manual
Clutch Wet multi-plate
Final Reduction Chain drive
Dimensions
Overall Length 2,150 mm
Overall Width 900 mm
Overall Height 1,200 mm
Wheelbase 1,450 mm
Ground Clearance 330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.5 L
Bearing Sizes
Bearing Finder
Chassis
Frame Type Steel single cradle
Front Suspension Telescopic forks | Fork Oil Levels
Rear Suspension Dual shock swingarm
Front Suspension Travel
Rear Suspension Travel
Brakes & Wheels
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