Honda CRF250L Review

Having had the little Honda dirt bike for just over 2 months and 800 miles I thought it was high time I did a full review of the little machine. This is my Honda CRF250L Review.
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[@DeiotarusBlogspotEs]

After more than four years of following the evolution of this bike, I finally bought it. It is the new version 2017 Euro 4, with detachable ABS. Right now, once the KLX 250 and WR250R are discontinued, it has no competition. It's what I expected and wanted, a bike light enough, and versatile, with better performance than the basic 125, and very little more weight. For me, the ideal motorbike for excursions and departures on tertiary roads and natural and rural environments. Anyway, regarding its reliability or if it is worth or not for other tours, ask Steph Jeavons or PeterLeonie, who have been around the world with this bike. Of series, I see two shortcomings little autonomy and little load capacity, but almost everything is correctable because the amount of auxiliary industry accessories for this bike is overwhelming. In short, very happy with her. I hope to have a lot of time, many routes and many experiences ...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF

[@markbright7845]

Woo hoo! Just ordered myself a CRF250L, and looking forward to some green laning. Was going for the Rally, but decided that was likely to get broken panels, so will put the savings into some Barkbusters, a nice bash plate and maybe a bigger tank. Thanks for the inspiration TMF.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You'll love it Mark - been out on mine today, best smiles/£ of any of my bikes...

[@CraigusUK]

Hi TMF I only found your channel recently and I enjoyed your videos so much I decided to watch them all from the beginning in chronological order, and WOW what a transformation from the early days. Your content is varied and presentation is second to none and you are now firmly established in my top group of must not miss channels, I'm really looking forward to your future uploads. Take Care Ride Safe...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Tiger8 - Wow what dedication!! Thanks very much for your kind words, I'm really glad you appreciate my efforts and hope I can live up to your expectations!! Stay tuned, some exciting stuff planned in the next few weeks :0)

[@elmerbback3854]

Thanks for this, I am downsizing from three bikes in a garage to one bike on a trailer. Ce La Vie Was looking at the CRF 450 L, 30 LB lighter than the 250 L, but @ £9K.! and insurance not good.? I looked at a CRF 250 L, in FOWLERS of BRISTOL yesterday, and liked the feel of it. So this video has been very helpful, thank you

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to be o service! - It's a great bike....excellent value and £:fun ratio.....

[@BikingWithCraig]

Loving going back through your catalogue of videos TMF. I recently bought a 2004 BMW R1200GS based on your tour videos and absolutely love it! Ive always loved your videos, but as time goes on, the more I realise that I value your opinion above any other "Moto vlogger". Thank you again for all of the entertaining and insightful content you put out.

[@tomevans5696]

If your gonna buy this bike don’t expect it to be fast and fun on the road, but when you take it off-road it’s like a whole new bike...

[@Hitngan]

Just bought one in Thailand. Can't get over the price difference between here and the uk. I paid £2360 in Pattaya but it costs £4200 in the UK.

[@Hitngan]

Yeah mostly scooters, but you can get any bike you want. Best off with bikes manufactured in Thailand though for price.

[@ishantgurung7257]

Robert Kitchen it costs $9800 in Nepal

[@daveharrison1028]

Agreed, but when the good trails are a 80+ miles round- trip just to get there, a little bit of extra power helps reduce monotony.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair point!

[@adambrom5673]

A really good review. I'm just going to buy one of these so this has been of great help thanks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Adam Brom You'll love it Adam, just make sure and do the mods! Thanks for the kind words - all the best - TMF

[@streettriplesstoney5534]

Great video, I got a 2016 CRF250L a couple months ago, I love the bike. I have done some mods, first thing was the tire's and back sprocket. I put a 46 tooth on the back and Pirelli MT16 tire's front and back, FMF Q4 exhaust system. I live in the foot hills of North Carolina we have a lot of hills and mountains to ride, I love my CRF250L there just great bike, riding red and happy. All the best to you And Merry Christmas,

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Freddy Stone Thank you Freddy, I'm very envious of your mountain rides, I wish we had a few of those around here! Have fun on the bike, they are a hoot aren't they....enjoy - TMF

[@chrismarshall4742]

Cracking review well done! Just got myself the same bike with all the mods can’t wait to try it thanks again and keep them coming

[@TheCrumble]

Great review buddy! I have been thinking about one of these. Seems ideal for winter commute and some gentle off roading.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hey Crumble - great to have you along! You'd love this little bike, great fun when you fancy a change from the norm - I've surprised myself how much I've ridden this rather than my other bikes.....go on, you know it makes sense!! (+ it won't take up much space in your garage)....All the best - TMF

[@TheCrumble]

Just took the plunge and ordered one - let the mods begin!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The Crumble Good man!! I look forward to seeing some videos of your ride soon (PS don't be tempted to ride it before you've modded it if you don't want to be bitterly disappointed in its performance - out the box the little CRF is quite dullsville)....

[@TheCrumble]

Thanks! Just bought some Rox bar risers to help with height issue and standing on pegs. Just looking into handguards now. Going to be using it with stock can for a while. Did the can make the most difference to the bike? Did you go for 8" or 10" bar pad? Sorry for all the questions but there's a myriad of options out there for every part!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The Crumble Yes, the can makes the biggest difference of all the mods - I did the FMF Q4 + Megabomb header at the same time and it transformed the bike, the air box, front 13T sprocket and EJK made marginal gains but the can is defo the one to do first in my opinion....just measured the bar pad, I squeezed on a 10".....enjoy!

[@joedavies6571]

Thanks for the great video review, You prompted me to have a test ride and I'm hooked, just placed an order for my own. You mentioned the front tyre being a bit slippery, some other reviews I've read suggest swapping out the stock tyres for Michelin AC 10's. You can buy a pair on ebay for just £75 delivered.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah I've swapped mine out mow for a pair of Michelin T63'w - see >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXLbiZWrbrJ7mrc - Don't forget to do the mods, it transforms the bike! Enjoy - TMF

[@motonoob5485]

let's see some off-road videos with the CRF250! +TheMissendenFlyer

[@SounderAU]

Good review. I put an FMF Q4 on my KTM 640 Adventure. I was pretty bloody loud. Had a good braaapp to it though.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers sounder, who doesn't like a good braaapp.... ;0)

[@DirtyWeekendsAway]

Im looking at getting one of these for myself as a second bike and something to get back into offroading again (last dirt bike was when i was 15). I also own a Street Triple R :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Twitchel AU Go for it - completely different animal to the Street Triple R but just as much fun (if not more)!

[@NotAnotherWriter]

+Twitchel AU - Yes! Give it a go!

[@welshgreezmunky]

Great Review. Like the Blitzerman I'm looking for a commuter but wondering if I will soon lose interest in a tame 250. Yours is the first review I have watched that reassures me that the bike can grow with my needs.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Philip Price Thanks Philip - there sure is a lot you can do with these to make them go a bit better (check out my other CRF mods vids in this play list >> kzbin.info/aero/PL_719tkJvufZW59HANCu2VtrACsEeQmK4 - you can certainly have some fun with these....don't expect too much though, they are only a 250 after all (but would make a perfect commuter I would think)....thanks for watching - all the best - TMF

[@thepunisher2953]

sprocket change will give most bang for your buck if cash is low, i threw a 49 tooth rear sprocket on my wr250r made a big difference

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+The Punisher Certainly a relatively cheap upgrade - I put a 13 tooth on the front of mine, and didn't notice any difference :0( ....maybe it's just me!! Cheers for stopping by, all the best - TMF

[@honda116969]

🆒 ass🏍️💨!! I just got the rally 2018 model year. I like the mods u did! Good choice & safe 4 the motor! 👌💯%

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cool - enjoy the bike! I'm riding the 300L at the moment - great machine too....videos coming soon!

[@MatthewCrawford0]

I was watching the bar mounted GoPro in the final clip, and as it was slowly slipping down, I was getting more and more worried for it! I hope it didn't fall!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Don't worry Matt, I was watching it too!! ;0) (Well spotted)

[@NotAnotherWriter]

Yeah the mods are really needed with this bike to be the best it can be!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+BRRAP Agreed, it's pretty lifeless without 'em....

[@NotAnotherWriter]

- yes indeed, still a good clean bike if kept stock tho :)

[@n2o4me]

You did a really good job making it look the part , awesome dual sport .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

n2o4me Cheers and agreed! :0)

[@davidarchibald5578]

I like this bike riding the rally tomorrow but the truth is I've already filled the purchase forms out. There is a extra petrol tank 6 lts you can fit to the rear of the bike although the rally does have a lager tank good for 200 miles .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They are both great bikes - I rode the Rally on Monday and have to say, other than looks, it is the better bike in every way.....

[@dustinrazey9303]

Great review! I just bought a 2018 about a month ago and absolutely love it! Only mod I've made is a set of Pirelli XC Mid Hard tires. Its runs great on the street and does really well off road. I followed my buddy around while he was on his KTM 350exc and was able to keep up just fine on the gravel, in the mud, and everywhere in between. These are great bikes!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, love mine still - a keeper!

[@johntheaccountant5594]

I am looking foward to you teasting the CRF450L that is coming out in 2019 as you have the CRF250L and see if you believe you can justify in double the price for it.

[@biggee9266]

Great review, I think I'm going to buy this over a wr250r. Seems like better value and essentially the same bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Big Gee Good choice BG! Thanks for watching and for stopping by - TMF

[@hunterm8297]

Hi Flyer, Good review. I bought one when they first came out in the UK and did all the mods you have done but ended up putting it back to standard, to be honest although i liked it at first the loud exhaust started to grate a little. I have started to like it even more since i got a ktm690 smc as now i seem appreciate it for what it is, i can have my mad half hour on the ktm then enjoy a steady ride on my CRF. For the cash they are hard to fault the only thing i can think of is the spokes corrode quite quick if you use as a all year commuter.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Hunterm8 - Thanks for making contact, interesting to hear of your experience and a good heads up on the spokes! These little bikes are a hoot, just been out for a blast on mine, great fun now the weather is improving....wish I'd bought one years ago (am riding it more often than my BMW GS and Street Triple put together!!). Cheers - ride safe, TMF

[@allans7281]

I think 2017 and newer is much improved bike. New exhaust engine refinements

[@RTD553]

Why make it sound great? Is it a hi-fi, or a mbike?

[@FloridaOutdoorAdv]

Great review! Glad your enjoying it for what its made for.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Florida Outdoor Adventures for your kind words - these bikes are a hoot and I look forward to getting some film on some local off-road trails later in the Summer - stay tuned!

[@NRAAF]

Cool I went over a jump on it and I landed and nearly went over the handle bars so I was looking for one because it hurt a fare bit.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good plan then I reckon! Be careful out there!

[@blairejercito7550]

proper tire pressure makes a big difference in off road traction, try it before you change the tires.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Blair Ejercito ...what reduce them from "the book" figures you mean? ...and I won't be swapping them until they're either worn or time expired, so plenty of time to experiment! Cheers - TMF

[@blairejercito7550]

+TheMissendenFlyer yes! experimenting is the key and experience is the best teacher.. great videos and love what you did with the bike , neat.. im a fan.. ride safe.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Blair Ejercito Cheers Blair, thanks for stopping by and for the kind words...all the best - TMF

[@carlbill9491]

the first mod is change the tank.. great review pal..

[@jigrodrigues]

Loved the vid, great review. Your channel, sir, has been subscribed.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+jigrodrigues Thank you very much and welcome along!

[@josephbrzozowski4605]

Good review but i would like to say most motocrossers have dual overhead cams such as my yz250f. Honda is one of the few that doesnt in their motocrosser

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Joseph Brzozowski Thanks Joseph - I stand corrected! ...as you've gathered I'm new to this off-road game :0) All the best and thanks for watching - TMF

[@Mrfish2015]

I was looking into getting something like this as a bit of fun ....great review

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The chronicles of mr fish Thanks Mr F - they are great fun, and great value too....recommended!

[@Mrfish2015]

Saw your exhaust vid on it as well ...one for serious consideration

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The chronicles of mr fish Oh yes, the exhaust makes ALL the difference......

[@SCCFORUM]

Great channel you have. All the best from the Chalfonts.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks SCCForum - look out for me on the road, I'm often zipping around your neck of the woods.....all the best and thanks for the kind words - TMF

[@paultalbot3236]

Another good Vid. I have no intention of getting an off roader, but it's still interesting to see how you are getting on with it and the reviews you do are well presented. Great info for anyone thinking about getting one. Did you fit the heated grips yourself? Would have been good to watch you fit them! Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Paul - Caught me out there, I got the heated grips fitted by the professionals (along with a 13T front sprocket and the hand guards - all too fiddly for my liking).... ;0) Thanks for your kind words, glad you enjoy the vids - all the best, TMF.

[@kyojitsu1]

Hi - great review. I had the supermoto version of this bike (CRF250M) and loved it. Agree about the exhaust completely. I wondered if you'd considered crash protection? I had a low speed off on a roundabout and the bike was written-off. Point being - they don't crash too well and parts are more pricey than you'd expect. Subframe bends very easily.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Interesting.....I hadn't thought about crash protection but maybe I should! Thanks for watching and commenting, all the best - TMF

[@hondacrf250ladventures3]

Nice bike and great vlog/review. Cheers. Liked and subbed.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Honda CRF250L Adventures Thanks for your kind words and welcome along! - TMF

[@Mikelikesbikes01]

Great review mate - simple, thorough and clear. I rode one of these greenlaning in the UK a while back and it seems tailor made for the sort of small country roads you find here. I'd be interested to see what you think of it after a year of use. Some SM tires might also spice things up if you ever get bored ;)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers nuclearhand - I shall definitely be keeping her for the foreseeable future so you probably will get to see how I'm fairing in another 10 months! Interested in the tyres you've mentioned...SM??? Tell me more???

[@Mikelikesbikes01]

TheMissendenFlyer Good news mate :) As for the tires, I just meant Super Moto (SM) road tires, would make that little 250 into a hooligan machine. I think there are some SM tires that are ideal for dual sport, especially if you find yourself 80% on smaller roads and 20% totally off-road. www.advrider.com has some good threads if you are stuck for ideas. Cheers

[@NC_RC]

I'm running Bridgestone BT45 Battlaxe tyres on standard DRZ400S rims. They work a treat. Bloody useless for traction on the mud/grass though, which makes it all the more interesting. :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

***** Cheers Neil - it's traction that's the issue! ;0) I guess as you say, it's all "part of the fun".

[@NC_RC]

TheMissendenFlyer I honestly think I've had more fun on the greenlanes due to the fact that I'm on road tyres. I've not yet found anywhere that I couldn't get to with a bit of effort. Getting the bike stuck up to it's footpegs in a big boggy clay puddle just added to the sense of adventure!

[@thealvaco]

Most reviews about this bike that I've seen, say the opposite of wat you say. Like the bike being light and the seat being comfortable. It all depends on how you look at it. Heavy? for a motorcross bike=yes. For a street bike?No, f*cking light! I own the supermotard version and I'm very happy, the bike is really good, it's a keeper.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

thealvaco Not sure I get your point thealvaco - I love the bike, to me it's light and I find the seat fine....haven't watched this video in a while but did I say the opposite of that??? Whoops!!! All the best and thanks for watching....TMF

[@thealvaco]

What I ment to say was that alot of people find the seat hard and the bike heavy, most likely because they compare it with a motorcrossbike. But you don't find it heavy and you like the seat. As do I. Sorry if I was not clear, English is not my native language. Have fun!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No problem my friend - I'm glad we're in agreement! Ride safe....

[@greygoose4x46]

Thanks again for sharing ! this was really helpful

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you found it of use - thanks for stopping by - TMF

[@skurt21]

You mention that it has dual overhead cam, hence there is less friction and longer service intervals. I own 2015 CRF250M...which is the same thing and I agree with the service intervals. What I don't understand is the relation of dual overhead cam to friction. Would you please be so kind and explain that thought...? Anyways...cool rewiev!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Because there's two doing the work there's (approximately) half the friction of one....hence take longer to wear....make sense?

[@skurt21]

All right, thank you :)

[@skurt21]

All right, thank you!

[@lavvuwildcamper]

Really like this bike 👍

[@jestermoon]

great review mate! love those lanes... wiltshire may be?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+jestermoon Thanks jestermoon...close, Buckinghamshire :0)

[@nevillehenderson712]

Firstly just want to say thanks for your channel, great videos. Love the authenticity. Re the polisport hand guards, did you have any difficulty in fitting them? I'm about to fit Oxford heated grips and looking to fit hand guards at the same time. Any tips much appreciated.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Neville - thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoy the videos. I had no difficulty at all fitting the hand guards, I opened the pack and saw it looked like a Chinese puzzle and then took them and the bike to my local bike mechanic who fitted them for me! Good luck if you're doing them yourself!!! (sorry!)

[@tastyappreciation6751]

I want one but can't afford it. excellent video though!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Muhmar!

[@artmagpieart]

Thank you for a great review, I definitely fancy one of these now! Would it sit at motorway speeds if necessary for longer journeys?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It would struggle to maintain 70mph.....and wouldn't feel nice!

[@beans4491]

Hi mate, love this little bike....I've been doing some serious research on it, I wonder what's next ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wooo, where did you crawl out from under??? You'd love the CRF, completely the opposite to the big Beemer....great to hear from you!

[@beans4491]

Hi mate been doing a home extension, got a good price on one so will have it soon.

[@diegokane9480]

Would you suggest it for someone who’s only 5’2

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No...

[@c-squared5399]

Great Review!! Great Bike!! Great Video!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+C-Squared Thank you very much - glad you liked it :0)

[@MDC2020]

haha quite enjoy this video sir...especially the part where the lady was driving to fast..so polite you are..lol I was cussing that lady up a storm haha " SLOW DOWN BITCH!!" lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My Damn Channel Glad you enjoyed it MDC - thanks for watching and commenting, ride safe and less cussing eh? :0) All the best - TMF

[@PlattLaneEnd]

Great review, cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you found it of interest PlattLaneEnd - thanks for watching and for stopping by, all the best - TMF

[@07canuck]

Got a couple of hundred KM on my 2016 250L and it does everything well for a small dual purpose machine, and it was priced right! How can you go wrong?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You can't! There's a lot to be said for small, light and cheap - glad you're enjoying yours. All the best - TMF

[@BUSTER.BRATAMUS]

will it fit a 6-4" guy?

[@Montrosion]

great review thanks. how would you think it would do as a fully off-road bike in motocross and forest trail environments? thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks - Forest trails no problem, as a competition motocrosser though it would be rubbish, the bike is not a hairy lairy off-roader, it is very low powered. Great for fun off-roading but not a serious contender against (for example) the KTM's of the world (or for that matter the other Honda CRFs).......

[@Montrosion]

TheMissendenFlyer thanks for that, I say motocross, really I just wanna show up at a local track pop round it and do a few jumps at mainly slow/moderate speeds off jumps with the few full throttle ones(if I'm feeling brave) off a jump kinda thing , not for racing and absolutely ragging it round full throttle constantly. thanks again.

[@Montrosion]

also, I'll be using it as a purely off road bike with no intention of road use, it appeals to me since its much lower maintainence and far cheaper to buy than the mx equivelant

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

....I think the rest of the field will eat you for breakfast if you turn up at an MX track with a CRF 250L - the whole point of the bike is it is road legal and good for road use as well as off-road - it looks like a "proper" dirt bike but at heart it's a road bike made to look like a dirt bike, not the other way around. Have you had a test ride??

[@Montrosion]

thanks for that, it really helps. I've not test ridden one yet, there's none near me at the moment. I just thought it might be a good compromise for a beginner as its about 3-4 grand cheaper than a proper mx bike. I'll have to save up some more pennies haha

[@krazed0451]

I think you'll find that a lot of the "proper" motorcross bikes run dual overhead cams. Personally I think the only proper MX bike is a 2 stroke, so no argument there ;-) Additionally, you shouldn't modify the exhaust on an EFI bike without looking at your fueling as you will like create lean conditions and possibly damage the engine. Thanks for the review, looking for something for my girlfriend!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+krazed0451 Cheers krazed0451, I bow to your greater knowledge on he MX front, as you can tell I'm just a novice green laner so know nothing about how this stuff is really done....I fitted the EJK fueller just after the exhaust mod and it comes pre-programmed with a map for the aftermarket exhaust, so hopefully I'm stoichally good! Thanks for stopping by, all the best - TMF

[@krazed0451]

+TheMissendenFlyer Good to hear it went on soon after... I've been having a bit of a poke about your channel, it's quite nice in here. Enjoy the green laning :-D

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+krazed0451 Thanks very much, glad you approve!

[@daveharrison1028]

Thank you :) I am thinking of getting one but just wish Honda did a 450L! Not sure if I can live with 20 ish HP.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Dave Harrison Horsepower ain't everything!

[@robvanderlinden6663]

Hello what kind of hand protecters you have and where you buy them thks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

EBay specials

[@GTsGarage]

Is a lovely bike, with some lovely mods, did you get a go on the Yamaha WR250, if so how does it compare.. The WR250 gets so much positive PR.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi GT - No I didn't have the opportunity to try the Yamaha so can't really comment....have you tried both, which do you rate??

[@daveharrison1028]

Hi, great review thank you. Can you let me know what extra BHP was added when you changed the exhaust?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Dave Harrison Thanks Dave - I don't know the actual figure - I expect it's in the order of 2 or 3 extra BHP (which is significant on a low power bike like this). All I can say is the bike felt much more powerful and was the best mod by far I've done on any bike I've ever had...ever!

[@rowenamagallanes2514]

Hi this could be related to any bike on the road, I have replaced around 5 USB charges on my bike since purchasing it in the Philippines, problem is they say they are waterproof but most only come with a rubber cap to replace once it starts to rain even though I do try to replace in flash showers the USB charger always seem to fail on me and stop charging any tips on this and have you come over something similar. My mount is on the usual place of the handlebars Cheers Missenden

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+raymond dearden Thanks for watching and for stopping by Ray - cheers - TMF

[@T0M3099]

Hi, enjoyed all your videos, about to order a new CRF250L and want to do similar modifications to you. What is a good insurance company for these mods? I am similar age to you :) Also is there any preference on yoshimura Vs FMF exhaust that you chose?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Tom, thanks for your kind words, glad you've enjoyed my efforts. You will love the little CRF great little bike. As for insurance companies I can't really advise, my company ( I forget it's name) wouldn't insure me on a multi bike policy with it and I had to start a new policy along side, out of synch - annoyed about that as my "multi bike" policy apparently can only cover two bikes!! Let me know what you find..... As for the FMF v yoshi, all I can say is that 95% of the CRF riders I know online all go for the FMF.....enjoy your new toy and ride safe, all the best - TMF

[@Recon9143]

How would this bike be for me? I'm 5'10 230 pounds. I looked at it in person it seemed tall as hell :P so I doubt I could get anything bigger.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Recon9143 you'd be fine, I'm only 5'8" and have no issues with the height - give one a go, they are a hoot! Cheers - TMF

[@IbecomeU]

I like your helmet

[@TheMrNicknamefail]

Nice video mate. Do you know if the fmf exhaust is legal in germany?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I don't know I'm afraid....not even sure it is in the UK!

[@Chriswilliams-lx9mx]

Morning,a little question for you if ya don’t mind,on the road in standard trim what would this bike comfortably sit at 60,mph maybe ?cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes - in standard form mine would touch 70mph if I tucked in....(not with a 20 stone person aboard though)...it's not a fast bike on the road by any means though...

[@rugerluger5446]

Where's a good place to look at aftermarket parts ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Ruger Luger The internet is pretty good....

[@WesTpaintninjagc]

hows that compare to an xr250l, same sort of power? or is it better? imagine be a bit lighter.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I don't honestly know Wes, I've not ridden an XR250L.....

[@SkyRider365]

What's the tyres like for daily commute on Tarmac surface? Cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Absolutely no problem with the tyres on Tarmac, you would never know you are on knobblies!

[@ryanrehan2132]

what was the differentiate between the 250R and 250L pls elaborate,,

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Ryan rehan 250R is a "proper" MX bike with service intervals measured in hours and big power, the 250L has a road engine in an MX frame allowing non-competitive off-roading but having 6000 mile+ service intervals.....at least that's my understanding without looking into it any further.....

[@elmeuquarto]

I measure 1.70m , Do you think that this bike will be fine for me? thank you

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+elmeuquarto Yes, I'm only 5'8" and have no problems - the bike is quite tall but it is narrow and the suspension gives once you're on board....all the best -TMF

[@elmeuquarto]

Thank you for your fast response. I do'nt know if choose CRF or KLX.

[@funkybud77]

i pick up my 250l next week can i just ask if you take any tools out when you ride incase of emergency and what do you carry? thanks eddie

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+funkybud77 Congratulations! Don't forget the mods or the bike is very pedestrian....I don't tend to take tools out other than a mobile phone (sorry!) - enjoy the new bike and ride safe - all the best - TMF

[@Doticaster]

I'm very tempted. Are the mods absolutely necessary though? Is the bike capable of doing off road as standard?✊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Oh yes it's capable off road as standard, it's just very feeble power wise and the mods make a lot of difference to the way the bike feels and go's....makes it much more fun. Great bike though and super easy to live with for the occasional off-roader like me....

[@Doticaster]

TheMissendenFlyer Thanks for that mate. I must apologise too, just realised I've been unsub'd from you, don't know how. I thought it'd gone quiet, lol. I'll sort it✊

[@pclaxton78]

Yes I think it is to be honest.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Robert Kitchen Wish I'd bought there and shipped!

[@colingordon4]

You really have to stop these excellent bike reviews!!! You're costing me a fortune. I shall be picking up my CRF 250L tomorrow evening 😂👍 Keep up the great work, it's really appreciated. Your videos are keeping me occupied whilst I'm waiting for the next series of Game of Thrones.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the kind words, have fun on the CRF - I hope it lives up to expectations! You must do the mods though!! All the best - TMF

[@amannamedred7130]

I'm 15 getting this this summer hopefully but it'd be my first dirt bike but I have driven one once I'm used to driving my Honda 350cc but it doesn't have a clutch and I'm worried this will be too big or I'm gonna mess up since it has a clutch. Thoughts?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+AManNamedRed The clutch shouldn't be a problem - you have to learn at some point! How all are you?

[@amannamedred7130]

+TheMissendenFlyer just hit six feet

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+AManNamedRed you'll have no issues then - I'm only 5'8" and I don't have any issues - be careful and enjoy! All the best - TMF

[@TheACEIRA]

Could u make links for ur bike upgrades plz?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Check my CRF upgrades playlist! kzbin.info/aero/PL_719tkJvufYjml_2D_ocssKTrXvQMsw4

[@derrickfelix503]

To tall in the saddle though good for keeping clean. Cheers

[@bdrules108]

Thinking about getting one of these as a beginner, would you recommend it? Also wondering your height, seen the full shot of you on it and was wondering if me at 6 ft (183 cm) would fit comfortably

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Brandon Dimartino I'm 5'8" ad the bike is a little tall for me - I would thing as 6 footer you'd fit perfectly....

[@HooKerzNbLo]

Brandon Dimartino You're the perfect height for it.

[@THBDubstep]

Do you still recommend the exhaust upgrade if I'm getting it as a first bike?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Kyle W Definitely 100% - the bike is completely gutless without the mods.....you'll love it!

[@bonvivant55]

Can she maintain highway cruising speeds?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+bon vivant Sure can - if you mean "sensible highway speeds" - she'll cruise all day long at 65Mph and I've had mine up to a top speed of around 80....so not a rocket ship by any means, but a decent do it all machine....

[@christinekim4188]

Nice video

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks

[@NRAAF]

Where did you get your handlebar pad? I am looking for one for my crf250l

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

eBay :0)

[@keiths-teeth]

Roughly how tall are you? Seam to fit the bike well..The new bikes at Crecent I've sat on are off putting

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

5’8”

[@650GSF]

I used to enjoy riding down them little narrow tracks until recently when a women come flying round the corner like a bat out of hell in a big land rover discovery, and I had to throw myself off the bike to avoid a head on collision :-o a bit like you had at the end of that video, all nice and peaceful, then a oh f**k moment it sure makes you start to think about what might be waiting around the next tight corner that's going to screw up your day.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Bad news Garry - hope all is well now???

[@650GSF]

Yep I was still in one peace thanks, luckily me and the bike landed on a nice big grass verge :) so just minor damage to the bike and just my pride dented lol.

[@BlitzermanTheMan]

Would you use it to commute to work, 25 miles each way, mainly A roads? or would you say a scooter would be better suited? (i have a 675 daytona so something for speed isnt really a need)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Blitzerman Sure thing, stick the FMF pipe on and this would be a fabulous commuter - much more fun than a scooter (and you can go off-road at weekends!)

[@BlitzermanTheMan]

+TheMissendenFlyer this is very true! it's going on the "maybe" pile! thanks for the speedy reply, great review BTW!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Blitzerman What! It's one for the "No brainer" pile!!! :0) Thanks for the kind words and enjoy your bike whatever you decide - TMF

[@BlitzermanTheMan]

+TheMissendenFlyer haha thanks!! its either this or a bigger bike... possibly haha. keep up the good work!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Blitzerman Cheers - will do... ;0)

[@cedricmarch]

Can you put a link for you front fork guards I can't find them anywhere on ebay... thank you :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They're just stickers - bought them a long time ago so I'm afraid I no longer have the link...

[@cedricmarch]

TheMissendenFlyer Oke thank you so much for the quick response! i was really doubting between the Honda CRF250l and the yamaha WR250r but because of the look of your CRF i'm really set on the CRF! thank you so much :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You're welcome Cedric - if you go for the CRF you must do the mods though (at least the exhaust) otherwise it's very sssslllloooowwww....

[@SteelersSenators1994]

Is it ok to change just one tire to a more offroady style?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No

[@SteelersSenators1994]

What would happen if i got a knobby rear ?

[@stillben]

What county?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Buckinghamshire

[@2391jessie]

What happens if u broke down in the middle of nowhere?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+David Yeo You’d have an adventure on your hands!

[@Chriswilliams-lx9mx]

It’s a Honda,so it’s unlikely to let you down,a lady is riding round the world on one and after 60 odd thousand miles the starter relay failed,how dare you Honda

[@Tunechi_Lee]

I want to setup my CRF250l just like yours with the Q4, mega bomb and air box vents. What settings do you run on the EJK?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Tunechi, I'm just running with the stock crf settings out of the box, seem to work fine for me and so I've not fiddled with them. Good luck with your mods!

[@Tunechi_Lee]

+TheMissendenFlyer Thanks for the quick reply, but I'm not sure I understand what you mean. Does the EJK come setup with proper mapping for intake and full exhaust?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, if you by the version specific to the CRF it comes preprogrammed for these mods....

[@Tunechi_Lee]

+TheMissendenFlyer Thanks, I had watched your video on installation of it and you made no mention of settings or adjustment. Cheers!

[@Tunechi_Lee]

+TheMissendenFlyer Thanks, I had watched your video on installation of it and you made no mention of settings or adjustment. Cheers!

[@Wrguitar941]

love mine

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Me too - great fun little bike.....

[@Wrguitar941]

nice i like all the after market items you added

[@Wrguitar941]

mine is fine as it is maybe someday ill add the exh and guards

[@Wrguitar941]

wish i had roads like that here in upstate ny everythings posted

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

bobby deere Too bad, maybe you need a long ride out West - Utah for example???? ;-)

[@LenScapoff]

Have you bought a trailer for it yet?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hi Len - it's on the list for the Summer ;0) Been looking at the Moto-Lug ones which look pretty cool.....

[@LenScapoff]

TheMissendenFlyer Very cool, with prices to match! LOL.

[@OldSchoolreloaded]

Hows the gas mileage with the mods...?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Maybe a slight drop off of gas mileage but the little crf is so frugal anyway it's not an issue - thanks for watching and commenting, all the best- TMF

[@liamj2363]

Why o why don't they make a 450l?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Dunno, it's a shame isn't it!

[@6___________99_____________64]

Your dream has come true!

[@editname6098]

DRZ-400 For Dayz i looked at this one but i wanted to do wheelies you know.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+BrunoDoveOfPeace Fair enough - I can't do wheelies on any bike, but I have seen videos on-line of CRFs being wheelied with ease, so don't let that put you off! Cheers for watching - TMF

[@jeffferguson7256]

320 lbs. is really really light?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+jeff ferguson ....it is when compared to a "normal" road bike (which may be 215Kg ish), but not if compared to a "proper" competition spec moto-cross machine (which may be 100kg ish)....cheers for watching and commenting - all the best - TMF

[@jeffferguson7256]

Its the same weight as a drz 400 but with 10 less hp

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+jeff ferguson Correct......why the heck would anyone buy one eh? ;0)

[@markk2745]

+jeff ferguson Yeah, compared to a road bike its lite at but that seems like one of the heaviest enduros I have seen. I'm trying to decide what bike to move up from the xr200 and I know the xr400 is about 40lbs lighter than the crf250 but I have no wrench skills and living in a developing country going to have to order any parts from oversea's but if I want a 320lb bike I would probably just go with the ktm 690 enduro witch is exactly the same weight as the CRF250 and I wouldn't need any upgrades performance.

[@jeffferguson7256]

the 690 looks like a great bike but very tall and expensive. Everyone always says the crf doesn't feel like 320 lbs.

[@SEAL7471]

Hey I have a 250l and ride mostly on road in town. I’m looking at getting an exhaust more for the sound than anything. I was wondering if anyone’s had experience with either the powercore4 or the q4. Is the powercore4 too loud. Does anyone have the q4 and wish they got the powercore4? Any help is appreciated

[@godgirlsguitars]

has anybody ever told you that they love your accent?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Funnily enough they have - although as far as I'm concerned I don't have an accent!

[@godgirlsguitars]

You sound like you could be a Formula one commentator. I hope that doesn't offend you.