1997 Honda CR250
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1997 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.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Liquid-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder case reed valve |
| Displacement | 249 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 66.4 mm × 72.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 |
| Maximum Power | Approx. 48 hp |
| Maximum Torque | |
| Carburetor | Keihin PWK38 |
| Lubrication | Pre-mix |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | 32:1 |
| Ignition | CDI digital ignition |
| Spark Plug | NGK BR8EG |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.7 - 0.8 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed close-ratio |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 3.136 |
| Final Reduction | Chain drive |
| Overall Reduction | |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 87.6 in |
| Overall Width | 36.4 in |
| Overall Height | 50.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 58.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 14.3 in |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 2.1 gal |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Aluminum twin-spar |
| Caster Angle | 27.3° |
| Trail | 4.5 in |
| Front Suspension | 47 mm Showa inverted cartridge forks |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link Showa monoshock |
| Front Suspension Travel | 12.2 in |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 12.1 in |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 80/100-21 |
| Rear Tire | 100/90-19 |
| Front Brake | Hydraulic single disc |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulic single disc |
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