2001 Honda XR250 Specifications and Specs

Specifications and workshop reference information for the 2001 Honda XR250, 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.

2001 Honda XR250

General Specifications

Engine TypeAir-cooled 4-stroke SOHC RFVC 4-valve single cylinder
Displacement249 cc
Bore × Stroke73.0 × 59.5 mm
Compression Ratio10.6:1
Maximum PowerApprox. 24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Maximum TorqueApprox. 21 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
CarburetorKeihin 30 mm | Replacement Options
LubricationDry sump
Fuel Mix RatioPetrol only
IgnitionCDI
Spark PlugNGK DPR8Z
Spark Plug Gap0.7 mm
Valve ClearanceIntake: 0.10 mm / Exhaust: 0.12 mm cold
Starting SystemKickstart

Transmission

Transmission Type6-speed constant mesh
ClutchWet multi-plate
Primary ReductionN/A
Final ReductionChain drive
Overall ReductionN/A

Dimensions

Overall LengthApprox. 2,175 mm
Overall WidthApprox. 825 mm
Overall HeightApprox. 1,165 mm
WheelbaseApprox. 1,420 mm
Ground ClearanceApprox. 305 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity9.5 litres
Bearing Sizes Bearing Finder

Chassis

Frame TypeSteel semi-double cradle
Caster AngleN/A
TrailN/A
Front SuspensionCartridge telescopic forks | Fork Oil Levels
Rear SuspensionPro-Link mono-shock swingarm
Front Suspension TravelApprox. 300 mm
Rear Suspension TravelApprox. 280 mm

Brakes & Wheels

Front Tire3.00-21 | Tyre Size Guide
Rear Tire4.60-18 | Tyre Size Guide
Front BrakeSingle disc
Rear BrakeDisc

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