Honda CRF250M

gore-tx · 01-16-2013, 03:20 PM

Honda has unveiled a supermotard version of its popular CRF250L:

http://hellforleathermagazine.com/20...ble-supermoto/

Will we see it here in the US? I'd may be trade my CBR250R for one of those...

Grainbelt · 01-16-2013, 03:23 PM

Kawasaki's older design, carbureted, less powerful version of the 250 is ever less attractive by comparison.

strongbad · 01-16-2013, 03:47 PM

I never wanted the CBR250R, but I loved the engine. I liked the CRF250L, but not as a dual-sport. I've been pondering whether or not to get the CRF and 'tard it, but the high local prices and unavailability made up my mind for me. Now this...

. I'm hoping Honda won't find some way to fuck it up--like not bringing it to the States...

Mk5mike · 01-16-2013, 04:22 PM

No has attractive but I like where this going

Navin · 01-16-2013, 04:33 PM

I could live with this far easier than the enduro, just because the suspension off road on that one would drive me nuts.

Thing is, they miss the point, again.

Sell this style bike as a 350/450/500 and they would be on a few minutes of many enduros and fill the needs of far more riders.

JerryH · 01-16-2013, 10:19 PM

I prefer the Kawasaki model BECAUSE of it's carb. I can actually work on it. But if you want FI and a larger engine, Suzuki brought back their DRZ400SM for 2013, if you don't mind paying $7000. I wouldn't buy one, because it is a niche bike. Not good for long distance riding. Very uncomfortable seat and no place to carry anything. I might be interested at half that price. There are quite a few CRF230Ms and Kawasaki KLX250SMs for sale at pretty reasonable prices, but it seems they have all been ridden off road. I would not buy a SM for off road use. I have a 250 dual sport, and I can ride it off road any way I want and not have to worry about the cops. Riding like that on the street would cost me my drivers license.

lstehbens · 01-16-2013, 11:39 PM

Nice looking bike. Can't see anything on the interwebs to say if anything else is different apart from colours and wheels? Anybody with good eyes notice anything? Like the all black one.

mtntrails · 01-17-2013, 02:10 AM

Very cool.

These small bore SMs are so capable and an absolute blast to ride.

Bring it on, Honda!

strongbad · 01-17-2013, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lstehbens

Nice looking bike. Can't see anything on the interwebs to say if anything else is different apart from colours and wheels? Anybody with good eyes notice anything? Like the all black one.

Obviously, the front brake disk is much bigger in diameter being a floating disc on an aluminum carrier. Also, the sprockets will be different for the smaller wheels.

NONo443 · 01-17-2013, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryH

I prefer the Kawasaki model BECAUSE of it's carb. I can actually work on it. But if you want FI and a larger engine, Suzuki brought back their DRZ400SM for 2013, if you don't mind paying $7000. I wouldn't buy one, because it is a niche bike. Not good for long distance riding. Very uncomfortable seat and no place to carry anything. I might be interested at half that price. There are quite a few CRF230Ms and Kawasaki KLX250SMs for sale at pretty reasonable prices, but it seems they have all been ridden off road. I would not buy a SM for off road use. I have a 250 dual sport, and I can ride it off road any way I want and not have to worry about the cops. Riding like that on the street would cost me my drivers license.

Plus, it doesn't have the centerstand that you want.

Just giving you crap.

Navin · 01-17-2013, 10:38 AM

DRZ isn't F.I. last I checked? Not that I prefer that either, my Husaberg has been a nightmare.

Gryphon12 · 01-17-2013, 03:04 PM

No, the DR-Z400's are all carb's and 5-speeds.

Try chatting with Cyborg regarding your 'Berg. My buddy has an FE-390 and Cyborg has been a great resource.

Navin · 01-17-2013, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gryphon12

No, the DR-Z400's are all carb's and 5-speeds.

Try chatting with Cyborg regarding your 'Berg. My buddy has an FE-390 and Cyborg has been a great resource.

Thanks!

mtntrails · 04-01-2013, 02:37 AM

Any more news on this bike?

I'd like to see this one make it to the US.

PyroMedic · 04-01-2013, 08:38 AM

chances of us seeing it are about the same as every other awesome motard that doesnt come to the us sadly.

01-16-2013, 03:20 PM	#1
gore-tx ^OP Beastly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2004 Location: San Antonio, TX Oddometer: 1,064	Honda CRF250M Honda has unveiled a supermotard version of its popular CRF250L: http://hellforleathermagazine.com/20...ble-supermoto/ Will we see it here in the US? I'd may be trade my CBR250R for one of those... __________________ ???

01-16-2013, 03:47 PM	#3
strongbad Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Arroyo Grande, CA Oddometer: 430	I never wanted the CBR250R, but I loved the engine. I liked the CRF250L, but not as a dual-sport. I've been pondering whether or not to get the CRF and 'tard it, but the high local prices and unavailability made up my mind for me. Now this.... I'm hoping Honda won't find some way to fuck it up--like not bringing it to the States...

01-16-2013, 10:19 PM	#6
JerryH Vintage Rider Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Chandler, AZ Oddometer: 1,681	I prefer the Kawasaki model BECAUSE of it's carb. I can actually work on it. But if you want FI and a larger engine, Suzuki brought back their DRZ400SM for 2013, if you don't mind paying $7000. I wouldn't buy one, because it is a niche bike. Not good for long distance riding. Very uncomfortable seat and no place to carry anything. I might be interested at half that price. There are quite a few CRF230Ms and Kawasaki KLX250SMs for sale at pretty reasonable prices, but it seems they have all been ridden off road. I would not buy a SM for off road use. I have a 250 dual sport, and I can ride it off road any way I want and not have to worry about the cops. Riding like that on the street would cost me my drivers license. __________________ "I refuse to give up the thrill of living for the relative safety of existing" Nick Ienatsch "Life is not a race. Don't treat it as such. If you don't believe me, just have a look at the finish line"

01-17-2013, 03:04 PM	#12
Gryphon12 Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Carnation, WA USA Oddometer: 697	No, the DR-Z400's are all carb's and 5-speeds. Try chatting with Cyborg regarding your 'Berg. My buddy has an FE-390 and Cyborg has been a great resource. __________________ 1990 Honda NT-650 Hawk-GT Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead

04-01-2013, 08:38 AM	#15
PyroMedic Fire+Needles=Happy Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Rochester NY Oddometer: 45	chances of us seeing it are about the same as every other awesome motard that doesnt come to the us sadly. __________________ Bráithreachas Thar Gach Ni Firefighter Paramedic

01-16-2013, 03:23 PM	#2
Grainbelt marginal adventurer Joined: Feb 2006 Location: Minnyhappiness Oddometer: 25,025	Kawasaki's older design, carbureted, less powerful version of the 250 is ever less attractive by comparison.

01-16-2013, 04:22 PM	#4
Mk5mike Adventurer Joined: Aug 2012 Location: Lemoore, CA Oddometer: 81	No has attractive but I like where this going

01-16-2013, 04:33 PM	#5
Navin Unwounding Joined: Sep 2009 Location: Mudville Oddometer: 4,318	I could live with this far easier than the enduro, just because the suspension off road on that one would drive me nuts. Thing is, they miss the point, again. Sell this style bike as a 350/450/500 and they would be on a few minutes of many enduros and fill the needs of far more riders.

01-16-2013, 11:39 PM	#7
lstehbens Adventurer Joined: May 2011 Location: North Queensland, Australia Oddometer: 60	Nice looking bike. Can't see anything on the interwebs to say if anything else is different apart from colours and wheels? Anybody with good eyes notice anything? Like the all black one.

01-17-2013, 02:10 AM	#8
mtntrails Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Mount Airy, MD Oddometer: 317	Very cool. These small bore SMs are so capable and an absolute blast to ride. Bring it on, Honda!

01-17-2013, 10:38 AM	#11
Navin Unwounding Joined: Sep 2009 Location: Mudville Oddometer: 4,318	DRZ isn't F.I. last I checked? Not that I prefer that either, my Husaberg has been a nightmare.

04-01-2013, 02:37 AM	#14
mtntrails Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Mount Airy, MD Oddometer: 317	Any more news on this bike? I'd like to see this one make it to the US.

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