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Honda CRF250L - Fun & Functional

Honda CRF250L - Fun & Functional

Date: 2015-03-06

The essence of what makes a true dual-purpose motorcycle has long been in Honda's DNA. In the late 1970s the XL250S was launched, a bike providing genuine on-road usability with excellent off-road performance. The entire XL range that followed became legendary, and proved that bolting an economical and easy-to-use single-cylinder four-stroke engine into a competent chassis created a bike that was useful, versatile and, as riders the world over found, fun.

The CRF250L is a full dual-purpose motorcycle. Its dimensions, ergonomics, low weight, long-travel 43mm Showa USD forks and Pro-link rear suspension make it equally at home on city streets or country trails. The single-cylinder engine provides useful power and torque across a wide rev range, with excellent fuel economy. The crisp styling takes cues from the legendary CRF competition range, and, as expected from Honda, both build quality and potential pride of ownership are high.

The CRF250L's lightweight and compact liquid-cooled single-cylinder 249cm DOHC power plant produces smooth and consistent torque at low rpm, aiding rear wheel traction and rider feel. Equally, the short stroke (76x55mm) engine's high rpm performance is excellent; throughout its rev range it provides a well-balanced and very usable power delivery.

For more on this fun and functional model from Honda, come and visit us at our showroom in Umhlanga, 15 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga Ridge or call us at Honda Wing Umhlanga on 031 580 7900