2009 Honda CRF 250X Specifications

Name: 2009 Honda CRF 250X
Brand: Honda

Enduro / Off-Road • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2009 Honda CRF 250X Overview

For 2009, Honda offers the CRF 250X as an enduro / off-road motorcycle with 249 cc on tap. The 2009 Honda CRF 250X is built around a Single cylinder engine running SOHC valve actuation, a compression ratio of 12.9:1. Internally, bore and stroke are 78 x 52.2 mm. In everyday use, the 2009 CRF 250X tips the scales at 114.8 kg, carries a 7.19-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 958 mm and spans a 1,481 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 84 kg lighter than the average enduro / off-road motorcycle in our database. Every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes, is covered in the full 2009 Honda CRF 250X spec sheet below.

2009 CRF 250X - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Factory engineering: There's nothing exotic about the 2009 Honda CRF 250X's spec sheet - just solid, proven engineering for what it's meant to do.

Considerations

Carburetor fuelling: Carburetion is more hands-on than fuel injection - plan on periodic jetting and cleaning as part of routine ownership.
Tall seat height: A 958 mm seat puts flat-footing out of reach for a lot of riders - sit on it in person before committing.
Modest fuel capacity: A 7.19-litre tank keeps things light but means budgeting for more frequent fuel stops on any longer ride.
Chain final drive upkeep: A chain drivetrain is the most common setup in its class, but it's also the one that demands the most regular hands-on maintenance.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Carburetor maintenance

Being carbureted, the CRF 250X is more sensitive to stale fuel and altitude changes than a fuel-injected bike - a carb clean and rejet restores crisp throttle response after any extended lay-up.

Valve clearance checks

Valve clearances on SOHC-equipped engines like the CRF 250X's drift slowly with mileage rather than failing suddenly - sticking to the service interval keeps it a non-issue.

Brake disc and pad wear

Double disc up front provides the primary stopping power; inspect disc thickness and pad wear at each tyre change to catch scoring before it becomes a rotor replacement.

Suspension condition on used examples

Suspension duties are handled by 47.0mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability up front and Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring preload, 13-position [low-speed] and 3.5-turn [high-speed] compression damping and 17-position rebound damping adjustability at the rear. Weeping fork seals aren't a dealbreaker on a used bike, but they're a fair basis for negotiating price.

Final drive maintenance

Chain final drive on the CRF 250X means routine lubing and tension checks are part of ownership - skip them and sprocket wear accelerates noticeably.

Low-speed handling

The CRF 250X's 114.8 kg kerb weight makes low-speed control noticeably less effort than on a heavier machine.

CRF 250X - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

A pre-purchase check on the 2009 Honda CRF 250X should cover the same ground every time: service history, chain and sprocket condition, and any oil seepage around the casings. Start it from cold if you can - a well-kept CRF 250X settles to a smooth idle within seconds.

Oil and filter changes

Oil changes are the cheapest insurance you can buy for a CRF 250X's engine - keep to the manufacturer's interval rather than stretching it. Use the viscosity grade the manual specifies, not whatever's on sale.

Carburetor upkeep

A CRF 250X that's sat unused is almost always a carb-cleaning job before it runs right again - float bowls and pilot jets first, since they clog before anything else.

Valve clearance service

There's no reliable seat-of-the-pants way to tell if a CRF 250X's valve clearances are in spec - a light top-end tick is the only real warning sign, and by then some wear has already happened. Service records are the only proof.

2009 Honda CRF 250X - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2009 Honda CRF 250X have?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X uses a Single cylinder engine with 249 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2009 Honda CRF 250X weigh?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X weighs 114.8 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2009 Honda CRF 250X?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X has a 7.19-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 119-143 km between stops.

Is the 2009 Honda CRF 250X suitable for shorter riders?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X has a seat height of 958 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2009 Honda CRF 250X have?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X uses Double disc at the front and Single disc at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2009 Honda CRF 250X use?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X runs 80/21-21 front and 100/18-18 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

What fuel system does the 2009 Honda CRF 250X use?

The 2009 Honda CRF 250X uses Carburettor. 37mm Keihin flat-slide, providing precise fuelling across the rev range and reliable cold-start behaviour.

Honda CRF 250X Spec Evolution

The Honda CRF 250X was produced across 13 model years (2004-2019). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2004	2005	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010	2012	2014	2016	2017	2018	2019
Wet Weight	-	-	-	-	-	114.8 kg / 253.0 lbs	114.8 kg / 253.0 lbs	114.8 kg / 253.0 lbs	115 kg / 253 lbs	115 kg / 253 lbs	115.2 kg / 254.0 lbs	115.2 kg / 254.0 lbs	115.2 kg / 254.0 lbs
Dry Weight	-	103.4 kg / 228.0 lbs	102.1 kg / 225.0 lbs	102.1 kg / 225.0 lbs	114.8 kg / 253.0 lbs	-	-	88 kg / 194.0 lbs	102 kg / 224.8 lbs	102 kg / 224.8 lbs	-	-	-
Engine Detail	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Unicam&reg, four-valve; 31mm intake valve, 26mm exhaust valve	Four stroke single cylinder, 4 valves	Four stroke single cylinder, 4 valves	Gear-driven counterbalancer	31mm intake valve, 26mm exhaust valve	31mm intake valve, 26mm exhaust valve
Engine Type	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder, four-stroke	Single cylinder, four-stroke	Single cylinder, four-stroke	Single cylinder, four-stroke	Single cylinder, four-stroke	Single cylinder, four-stroke	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Seat Height	963 mm / 37.9 in.	963 mm / 37.9 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.	958 mm / 37.7 in.
Fuel Capacity	8.32 litres / 2.20 gallons	8.32 litres / 2.20 gallons	8.32 litres / 2.20 gallons	8.32 litres / 2.20 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	8.6 Litres / 2.27 gal	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons	7.19 litres / 1.90 US gallons
Ground Clearance (mm)	-	361 mm	345 mm	345 mm	340 mm	340 mm	345 mm	345 mm	345 mm	345 mm	345 mm	345 mm	345 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)	-	14.2 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches	13.4 inches	13.4 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches	13.6 inches

Key Specifications

Engine

Single cylinder

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

Not published by manufacturer

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

114.8 kg / 253.0 lbs

Fuel Capacity

7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons

Full 2009 Honda CRF 250X Specifications

Colours Red

Ground Clearance (in.) 13.4 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 340 mm

Seat Height 958 mm / 37.7 in.

Wheelbase 1,481 mm / 58.3 in.

Fuel Capacity 7.19 litres / 1.90 gallons

Wet Weight 114.8 kg / 253.0 lbs

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.1 x 2.1 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 78.0 x 52.2 mm

Displacement (cc) 249.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 15.19 cubic inches

Engine Type Single cylinder

Fuel Control SOHC

Stroke 4

Fuel System Carburettor. 37mm Keihin flat-slide

Compression Ratio 12.9:1

Ignition CD

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 5-speed

Suspension - Front 47.0mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability

Suspension - Rear Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring preload, 13-position [low-speed] and 3.5-turn [high-speed] compression damping and 17-position rebound damping adjustability

Rake 27.5°

Trail 118 mm / 4.6 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 315 mm / 12.4 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 315 mm / 12.4 in.

Brakes - Front Double disc

Brakes - Rear Single disc

Tyres - Front 80/21-21

Tyres - Rear 100/18-18

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.