1973 Honda CR250 Specifications and Specs

Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1973 Honda CR250, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.

Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.

1973 Honda CR250

General Specifications

Engine TypeAir-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder, piston-port
Displacement248 cc
Bore × Stroke70.0 mm × 64.4 mm
Compression Ratio8.5:1.
Maximum PowerApprox. 29 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque8.5:1.
Carburetor34 mm Keihin | Replacement Options
LubricationPre-mix
Fuel Mix Ratio20:1 to 25:1 | Premix Calculator
IgnitionFlywheel magneto
Spark PlugNGK B9ES / B9EV type
Spark Plug Gap0.7 mm

Transmission

Transmission Type5-speed close-ratio
ClutchWet multi-plate
Final ReductionChain drive

Dimensions

Overall Length84.3 in
Overall Width35.0 in
Overall Height44.9 in
Wheelbase57.1 in
Ground Clearance178 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity1.8 gal
Bearing Sizes Bearing Finder

Chassis

Frame TypeSemi-double cradle
Front SuspensionLong-travel telescopic forks | Fork Oil Levels
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with refillable shock absorbers
Front Suspension Travel180 mm
Rear Suspension Travel101.6 mm

Brakes & Wheels

Front Tire3.00 × 21 | Tyre Size Guide
Rear Tire4.00 × 18 | Tyre Size Guide
Front BrakeInternal expanding shoe drum
Rear BrakeInternal expanding shoe drum

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