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Honda CRF250R 2018 User Manual

Honda CRF250R 2018
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Contents
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY............................. 1
Important Safety Information ........................... 2
Important Safety Precautions ........................ 2
Accessories & Modifications ........................... 3
Safety Labels .................................................... 4
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS.................. 5
Operation Component Locations ...................... 6
MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) ................. 7
MIL Blink Pattern ......................................... 7
Current DTC/Freeze DTC............................. 7
Circuit Inspection.......................................... 8
DTC Index..................................................... 9
Mode Indicator ............................................... 10
BEFORE RIDING......................................... 11
Are You Ready to Ride? ................................ 12
Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride? ............... 13
Pre-ride Inspection ...................................... 13
BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.... 15
Safe Riding Precautions .............................. 16
Starting & Stopping the Engine ...................... 17
Fast Idle Knob............................................. 17
Preparation .................................................. 17
Starting Procedure....................................... 17
How to Stop the Engine .............................. 18
Break-in Guidelines ........................................ 19
SERVICING YOUR HONDA ......................21
Before You Service Your Honda
The Importance of Maintenance .....................22
Maintenance Safety .........................................23
Important Safety Precautions.......................23
Maintenance Schedule ....................................24
General Competition Maintenance .................26
Before & After Competition Maintenance .....30
Between Motos & Practice Maintenance.....30
After Competition Maintenance ..................31
Service Preparations
Maintenance Component Locations ...............32
Seat ..................................................................33
Fuel Tank ........................................................34
Subframe .........................................................37
Service Procedures
Fluids & Filters
Fuel System .....................................................41
Engine Oil .......................................................51
Coolant ............................................................54
Air Cleaner ......................................................56
Crankcase Breather .........................................58
Engine
Throttle ............................................................59
Engine Idle Speed ...........................................61
Clutch System .................................................62
Spark Plug .......................................................67
Valve Clearance ..............................................68
Piston/Piston Rings/Piston Pin ........................79
Chassis
Suspension ...................................................... 88
Brakes ........................................................... 105
Wheels .......................................................... 109
Tires & Tubes ............................................... 110
Drive Chain .................................................. 112
Exhaust Pipe/Muffler .................................... 115
Additional Maintenance Procedures ............. 119
Electrical
Battery .......................................................... 121
Appearance Care .......................................... 123
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Honda CRF250R 2018 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Bore x Stroke79.0mm x 50.9mm
Compression Ratio13.9:1
Rear SuspensionPro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 12.4 inches travel
Front BrakeSingle 260mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear BrakeSingle 240mm disc
Wheelbase58.3 inches
Seat Height37.8 inches
InductionProgrammed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Transmission5-speed
Final DriveChain
Front Tire80/100-21
Rear Tire100/90-19
Trail4.6 inches

Summary

A Few Words About Safety

Safety Messages

Explains safety alert symbols and signal words used in the manual.

Motorcycle Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Key precautions for riding and maintaining the motorcycle safely.

Important Safety Information

Wear Protective Gear

Recommendation to wear approved helmet and protective gear.

Don’t Drink and Ride

Emphasizes the dangers of alcohol consumption while riding.

Keep your Honda in Safe Condition

Highlights the importance of proper maintenance for safety.

Instruments & Controls

Before Riding

Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride?

Lists critical pre-ride inspection items for the motorcycle.

Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride?

Pre-ride Inspection

Detailed list of checks to perform before each ride.

Basic Operating Instructions

Safe Riding Precautions

Safety advice for operating the motorcycle, including ventilation.

Starting & Stopping the Engine

Procedures for starting and stopping the engine.

Safe Riding Precautions

Servicing Your Honda

Maintenance Safety

Essential safety precautions to follow during maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

Overview of recommended service intervals and procedures.

Service Procedures

Detailed instructions for various maintenance tasks on the motorcycle.

The Importance of Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Outlines specific safety measures to take during maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Fuel Tank

Fuel System

Refueling Procedure

Instructions for adding fuel to the tank safely and correctly.

Fuel Pump Filter Replacement

Steps for removing and replacing the fuel pump filter.

Fuel System

Engine Oil

Engine Oil

Checking & Adding Oil

Steps to check and add engine oil to the correct level.

Changing Engine Oil & Filter

Procedure for draining oil, replacing the filter, and refilling.

Engine Oil

Coolant

Checking & Adding Coolant

Procedure for checking and adding coolant to the system.

Air Cleaner

Cleaning

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning the air cleaner element and housing.

Throttle

Throttle Freeplay

Instructions for inspecting and adjusting throttle freeplay.

Throttle

Engine Idle Speed

Idle Speed Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the engine idle speed to the specified RPM.

Clutch System

Clutch Lever Freeplay

Inspection and adjustment of clutch lever freeplay.

Clutch Disc/Plate Removal

Steps for removing clutch cover, springs, plates, and discs.

Clutch Disc/Plate Installation

Steps for installing clutch discs, plates, and springs.

Clutch System

Spark Plug

Spark Plug Inspection & Replacement

Procedure for inspecting and replacing the spark plug.

Valve Clearance

Valve Clearance

Valve Clearance Inspection

Method for measuring intake valve clearances.

Shim Selection

Process for calculating and selecting the correct shim thickness for valve adjustment.

Piston/Piston Rings/Piston Pin

Piston/Piston Rings/Piston Pin

Piston Removal

Procedure for removing the piston from the cylinder.

Piston Ring Installation

Steps for installing piston rings onto the piston.

Cylinder Installation

Steps for installing the cylinder onto the crankcase.

Cylinder Head Installation

Steps for installing the cylinder head assembly.

Piston Ring Removal

Method for removing piston rings.

Piston Installation

Procedure for installing the piston into the cylinder.

Suspension

Suspension

Suspension

Fork Oil Refilling

Instructions for draining and refilling fork oil.

Damper Oil Change

Procedure for changing the fork damper oil.

Brakes

Front Brake Lever Adjustment

How to adjust the front brake lever position.

Front Brake Fluid Level Check

Procedure for checking the front brake fluid level.

Adding Front Brake Fluid

Steps for adding front brake fluid to the reservoir.

Rear Brake Pedal Height

How to adjust the rear brake pedal height.

Rear Brake Fluid Level Check

Procedure for checking the rear brake fluid level.

Adding Rear Brake Fluid

Steps for adding rear brake fluid to the reservoir.

Brakes

Brake Pad Wear

How to inspect front and rear brake pads for wear.

Wheels

Tires & Tubes

Air Pressure

Recommended cold tire pressures and adjustment advice.

Drive Chain

Inspection

How to check drive chain slack, rollers, and sliders for wear.

Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting drive chain slack and alignment.

Additional Maintenance Procedures

Additional Maintenance Procedures

Battery

Battery

Engine Mode Select Button

Front Suspension Adjustments

Front Suspension Adjustments

Rear Suspension Adjustments

Suspension Adjustments for Track Conditions

Suspension Adjustment Guidelines

Chassis Adjustments

Gearing

Tire Selection for Track Conditions

Troubleshooting

Taking Care of the Unexpected

If a Fuse Blows

If Your Battery Is Low (or Dead)

Technical Information

Torque Specifications

Torque values for various engine and frame fasteners.

Vehicle Identification

Specifications

Torque Specifications

Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners

Torque values for engine nuts, bolts, and fasteners.

Wiring Diagram

Quick Reference

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING

Warning about potential exposure to chemicals from vehicle operation and maintenance.

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