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2004-2012 CRF250X Service & Repair Manual
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Thi8 WI'IIioe manual dHaibes the IJe'VICII prooedures 10< the
CRF2S0X
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ensurelt\allhe vehICle Is I" peak operatll'lg condrtk>n
Alt er '06 mod&I:
TllII emlS$lI)r1 1eY&j, .re with'" the standards set by the US
EnIIironmental ProIec;l1QIl Agency (EPA) and Ca~lomiil Air Resources
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f'ertol'/'AlnQ the firsl sdle<\U1II'd IIIIIlnlenanee is V8f)' Important. II
eompenaalEls lor the ~I~al wear that occurs during ttle break·ln
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SaetIona I and 3 apPly 10 the whole 1TIOI00qcIe ~ 2 ~'trales
procICIul9S lor ~lallOl't 01 COOTIpOn8ntS that may be
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See!ion 4 through 20 describe parts 01 the molOrqCl<e, grouped
8CCOI'dIng 10 location
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CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
ENGINE REMOVAUINSTALLATION
CYLINDER HEADNALVES
REAR WHEEUBRAKEISUSPENSION
HYDRAULIC BRAKE
BATIERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
ELECTRIC STARTER
LIGHTS/METER/SWITCHES
WIRING DIAGRAM
AI you read tms manual, you WIll find mbrmllUon!hat is preceded b)t II L __ I========================
~- .yrnboI. The purpo&e 01 Itmi rnes.saga Is 10 help prevent
darnawa 10 your veIlICIe OIlIer prope"y . or me erMrt)nm8l'1I
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX

SYMBOLS
The symbols used throughout this manual show specific service procedures. If supplementary information is required pertaining to
these symbols, It would be explained specifically In the leXl withoullhe use althe symbols.
111
Replace the pants) with new one(5) before assembly_
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Use lhe recommended engine oH, unless otherwise specified.
7!
Use molybdenum oil solution (mixlUre of the engine oil and molybdenum grease in a ratio of 1:1).
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Use mUlti-purpose grease (lithium based mUlti-purpose grease NLGI *2 or equivalent) .
Use molybdenum disulfide grease (containing more than 3% molybdenum disulfide. NlGI #2 or
equivalent).
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Example: Molykot~ BR-2 plus manufactured by Dow Corning U.S.A.
Multi-purpose M·2 manufactured by Mitsubishl Oil , Japan
Use molybdenum disulfide paste (containing more than 40% molybdenum disulfide, NLGI #2 or
equivalent).
Example: MoIykoteo1' G·n Paste manufactured by Dow Corning U.S.A.
---
Hooda Moly 60 (U.S.A. only)
Rocol ASP manufactured by Roeol Umited, U.K.
Aocol Paste manufactured by Sumico Lubricant Japan
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Use silicone grease.
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Apply a locking agent. Use a medium strength locking agent unless otherwise specified.
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Apply sealant.
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Use DOT 4 brake fluid . Use the recommended brake fluid unless otherwise specified.
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Use fork or suspension Huid .

1. GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE RULES .. .. ... .......... .......... ......... .. ... ' ·2
MODEL IDENTIFICATION ··· ·········· ······· ·· · ·· ·· '·2
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS····· ··· ·········· · ··· '·5
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
SPECiFiCATIONS ··········· ····· ····· ··· ··· ·· ······· ···· '·6
FUEL SYSTEM SPECIFICATlONS·············· '·7
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ······ '·7
CYLINDER HEADIVALVES
SPECiFiCATIONS ···· ········ ····· ·· ·· ···· ········ ······· ' ·8
CYLINDER/PISTON SPECIFICATIONS ...... '·8
CLUTCH/STARTER CLUTCH/
KICKSTARTER/GEARSHIFT LINKAGE
SPECIFICATIONS ............. .. .. ............. .. ........ '·9
CRANKCASE/CRANKSHAFT/
TRANSMISSION/BALANCER
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ '·9
FRONT WHEEL/SUSPENSION/STEERING
SPECiFiCATIONS ·· ····················· ········ ······· , · '0
REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
SPECIFICATIONS .................. .. .. ... ............ '·'0
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS··· ' ·"
BA ITERY /CHARGING SYSTEM
SPECIFICATIONS ..... .. . .. .. ..... ..... ..... .......... 1-1,
IGNITION SYSTEM SPECiFiCATIONS ···· ' ·"
ELECTRIC STARTER SPECiFiCATION····· '·'2
LIGHTS/METER/SWITCHES
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... '· '2
STANDARD TORQUE VALUES···· ··· ·· ··· ··· 1-13
ENGINE & FRAME TORQUE VALUES ···· ' · '3
LUBRICATION & SEAL POINTS ·············· ' ·20
CABLE & HARNESS ROUTING .. ............. ' ·23
OPTIONAL PARTS ···································· ' ·30
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS .... .... .. .. '· 33
1-1

GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE RULES
1. Use genuine Honda or Honda-recommended parts and lubricants or their equivalents. Parts that do not meet
Honda's design specifications may cause damage to the motorcycte.
2. Use the special tools designed for this product to avoid damage and incorrect assembly.
3. Use only metr ic tools when servicing the motorcycle. Metri c bolts, nuts and screws are nol interchangeable with
English fastener.
4. Inslall new gaskets, O-rings, cotter pins, and lock plates when reassembling.
5. When tightening bolts or nuts, begin with the larger diameter or inner bolt first. Then tighten to the specified torque
diagonally in incremental steps unless a particular sequence is specified.
6. Clean parts in cleaning solvent upon disassembly. Lubricate any sliding surfaces before reassembly.
7. After reassembly. check all parts for proper installation and operation.
8. Route all electrical wires as shown in the Cable and Harness Routing (page 1-23).
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
1-2

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of
the steering head.
The engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the l ower
crankcase.
The carburetor identification number is stamped on the left side of the
carburetor body.
GENERAL INFORMATION
1-3

GENERAL INFORMATION
The name plate (U.S.A.) or Safety Certification Label (Canada) is
attached on the left side of the down tube.
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NAME PLATE (U .S .A.)
SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL (CANADA)
The Vehicle Emission Information Label is attached on the rear fender ,----------- ----- -,
('04 - ' 06 California type, After '06 U.S.A.). '04 - '06 California type,
After '06 U.S.A. :
EMISSION INFORMATION LABEL
1-4

GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheelbase
ITEM
Seat height
Footpeg height
('04, ' 05 )
( Aher '05)
r04, ' 05)
(Aher '05)
SPE CIACATION
2,174 mm ( 85-:-6 in)
2,172 mm (85.5 in)
827 mm (32.6 in)
1,261 mm (49.6 in)
1,483 mm (58.4 in)
1,481 mm (58.3 in)
958 mm (37.7 in)
432 mm (17 .0 in)
FRAME
__ --,-_Ground clearance
Frame type
_
_ --j~ 34,,6 'i;; mm (13.6 in)
Twin tube
( ENGINE
CARBORETOR
Front suspension
Front suspension axle travel
Front suspension cushion stroke
Rear suspension
Rear wheel travel
Rear damper
Front tire size
Rear tire size
Ti re brand (Dunlop)
Front brake
Front brake swept area
Rear brake
Rear brake swept area
Caster angle
Trail length
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel tank reserve ca acity
Bore and stroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Valve train
Intake valve
Exhaust valve
lubrication system
Oil pump type
Cooling system
Air filtration
Crankshaft type
(49 State and Canada type)
opens at 1 mm (0.04 in) lift
doses at 1 mm (0.04 in) lift
(California type)
opens at 1 mm (0.04 in) lift
doses at 1 mm (0.04 in) lift
(49 State and Canada type)
opens at 1 mm (0.04 in) lift
doses at 1 mm (0.04 in) lift
(California type)
opens at 1 mm (0 .04 in ) lift
doses at 1 mm (0 .04 in ) lift
Engine dry weight ('04 - '06)
(After '06)
Telescopic fork
280 mm (11.0 in )
315 mm (12.4 in)
Pro-link
312 mm (12.3 in)
Decarbon type with nitrogen gas filled
damper
80/ 100- 21 51M , 80/100-21 M/C 51M
100/100- 18 S9M, 1001100- 18 M/C S9M
Front: D742F/Aear: 0756
Hydraulic single disc
334.5 cm
1
(51 .8 in
2
)
Hydraulic single disc
391 .1 cm
1
(60.6 in
2
)
27 °54 '
118 mm (4.6 in)
8.3 liter (2 .20 US gal, 1.83 Imp gal)
1.5 liter lOAO US gal, 0.33 Imp gal)
78 .0 x 52 .2 mm (3 .07 x 2.06 in)
249.4 cm
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(15.21 cu-in )
12.9 : 1
Chain drive and OHC with rocker arm
10° BTOC
40° ABOC
A .. BTOC
45° ABDC
40" BBOC
10° ATOC
45 ° BBOC
0° ATOC
Forced pressure and wet sump
Trochoid
liquid cooled
Oiled polyurethane foam
Assembled type
26.6 kg (58.6 Ibs)
26.9 kg (59 .3 Ibs)
Cylinder arrangement
Carburetor type
______ _ -I-i S~;~ n~g~ le ~c~ y ~ ';~ n~ d~e~ ',c=_ inciined 10" from vertical
Piston valve type
L ____ _ __ ~ V~ e~ nt ~ u ~ '~ ; d"iamel~ e~ , ___ ___ _ ___ --'---' 3 ,, ' --' m "" m, ( 1046 in ")_ _______ ~
1-5

GENERAL INFORMATION
t DRIVE TRAIN
ElECTRICAL
ITEM
Crutch system
Clutch operation system
Transmission
Primary reduction
Final reduction
Gear ratio
Gearshift paHern
Ignition system
Starting system
Charging system
Reg ur ato r/rectifie r
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3,d
4th
5th
SPECIACATlQN
Multi-plate. wei
Cable operated
Const ant mesh, 5-speed
3.61 1 (65/18)
3.786 (53114)
2.384 (31 /13)
1.750 (28116)
1.333 (28/21 )
1.041 (25124)
0.814 (22127)
Left foot operated return system,
l-N-2 -3-4-5
reM (Ignition Control Modu le)
Electric starter motor and kickstarter
Single phase output alternator
Lighting system _________ _
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SCR shorted/Single phase, half wave
rectification
Battery and alte ~, ~ ,~.~to~, ,---_______ ~
LUBRICATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
Engine oil capacity
Transmission oil capacity
Recommended engine oil
Recommended transmission oil
Oil pump rotor
1-6
raining
iJter change
Atd
At!
Atd
Atd
isassembly
raining
Atd isassembly
Tip clearance
Y clearance Bod
Side clearance
STANDARD
,
0.66 liter (0.70 US qt , 0.58 Imp qt f
0.69 liter (0.73 US qt , 0.61 Imp qt)
0.85 l iter (0.90 US qt, 0.75 Imp qt )
0.67 liter (0.71 US qt, 0.59 Imp qt)
0.75 l iter (0.79 US qt. 0.66 Ime gt)
Pro Honda GN44-stroke oil (U.S.A. and
Canada) or equivalent motor oi l
API service classification: SG or Higher
JASO T 903 standard: MA
Viscosity: SAE 10W·30
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Pro Honda HP Trans Oil, Pro Honda
GN4 4-stroke oil (U.S.A. and Canada)
or equivalent motor oil
API service classification: SG or Higher
JASO T 903 standard: MA
Viscosity: SAE 10W-30
0.15 (0.006)
0.' 5 - 0.20 (0 .006 0.008)
0.05 - 0.12 (0 .002 0.005)
Unit ' mm (in)
SERVICE LIMIT
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,
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0.20 (0.008)
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This manual is a comprehensive guide for repairing the Honda CRF250X from 2004 to 2012. It contains detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions, making it an essential resource for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. The manual is printable, allowing you to easily reference the necessary information in your garage or workshop.
Key topics covered in this manual include:
- General Information
- Lubrication
- Maintenance
- Fuel System
- Engine Removal / Installation
- Cylinder Head / Valves
- Cylinder / Piston
- Clutch / Gearshift Linkage
- Alternator / Cam
- Transmission
- Brake
- Suspension
- Ignition System
- Wiring Diagram
- Troubleshooting
- And Much More
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