Honda CRF250X | CRF250R Oil Change - Step By Step | 2005-2017 CRF250X | 2004-2009 CRF250R

[@Tankerman]

You really do a good job of explaining the process in your videos. Stay safe

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks David!

[@desertzuki4182]

This video could be the standard for mechanical how-to videos. Very well done, thank you.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@ethanmiller9847]

Literally the only channel that has good crf250x stuff, although Honda did make the 250x model in 04, i have the 04 250x

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks man, much appreciated! Noted about the 2004 250x. I seriously didn’t know that.

[@RollForever88]

Thanks for the video, it’s so well done. My bike is exactly like yours. I bought it for some trail riding and easy maintenance after having owned other more race focused bikes. I’ve really enjoyed it so far.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@RollForever88 I’m glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@kelleroutdoors5346]

Awesome video, we are just getting into dirt bikes as a family so this video saved me on changing my oil in my bike

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I’m glad it was helpful!

[@LeeGHThomas]

Wow. Super straight forward really helped with my 07 250r!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@douglasestrada26]

Top-notch video Sir! I have had many crf250x-r in the past, and the last time I changed the oil was about 4 years ago so I needed to refresh my mind on how to, and this video is excellent. Keep up the great work. God bless.

[@valkosel-snowboardaddictio6757]

That was the most informative video I've ever watched, Thank you a lot bud!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@AaaaandYerDhem]

Best video I've found on this topic. Appreciate you, sir

[@AdriansBalodis-oh1hn]

wery easy video!🙏

[@harrisonblandford4926]

Nice video and description!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks!

[@alanzackrone3847]

Great video, told me everything I needed to know

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@griffinhine9226]

great video

[@sigmafinance8271]

So you use the same oil for the engine and the transmission?

[@89vette1]

Great video. I'm going to change mine this weekend.

[@youforia4442]

This helped so much, great explanations!!

[@samuelschiller4457]

Good job on your videos man, you explain steps very well.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@jacobmccloud1097]

Really great video!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@jacobmccloud1097 Thanks for watching!

[@andreasmarx4427]

thank you, super clear. sunscribed.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for the sub!

[@myronstambaugh761]

A hack for quick filling of the transmission is lay the bike on its left side and remove the clutch cover. Dump in. Replace clutch cover! 👍

[@xMrMassacre]

Great video man.

[@wjstewdog]

Wow all that and hardwood floors to boot thanks for the video

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

It’s just cheap laminate. Thanks for watching!

[@legendhammonds4007]

Super helpful thanks man 👌💯

[@renandonati2930]

i'm brazilian and i have a 2004 crf250r thanks for the tips

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@exupakias]

Thanks a lot for this helpfull video, well done.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andyshazza]

Champion!

[@justinridley7892]

Nice video Donnie! Came in handy today. :)

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Awesome!

[@constantinpascal3907]

You are the best !! Thank you

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@c3696]

Great instructional video 👍🏼

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching.

[@chimpsvlogs3444]

Great video🙏🙏

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Glad you liked it

[@lukebetts1470]

Thanks mate 👍 really helpful

[@huntersk2027]

Great video 💪

[@moejr14]

I like the shirt buddy. Praise Yah

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching!

[@averylamb9650]

Wait did you use 10w-40 for your transmission oil two

[@Benjamin-199]

Honda recommends you use the same oil for both.

[@MotomikeFRC]

I see you pointed out the transmission oil level check Bolt, does the actual oil side have a oil level check bolt as well? Thank you

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

The engine oil level has a dipstick attached to the cap. With the bike level, remove the oil fill cap, wipe the dipstick clean, reinsert (without screwing it in), remove and verify the oil level is between the two marks.

[@joshuayancey5387]

So you can use motor oil As transmission oil as well?

[@xx_andrea-tq_xx8202]

where can i find the use and maintenance manual of my crf x from 2004?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Try this: www.manualslib.com/products/Honda-Crf250x-3116983.html

[@nashc3205]

Hey thanks for the help could you give me a link of where you got that skid plate because I need one

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Sure, here you go. amzn.to/3zdr9GF

[@nashc3205]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie thanks and did you have to drill out the holes yourself?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@nashc3205 I don’t remember having to drill anything but I sold the bike a couple of years ago so I can’t say for sure.

[@orentall5244]

Do you use semi synthetic fully synthetic

[@briangoodyear6348]

Great video. I'm new to the sport and I just bought a 2005 crf250x a couple of months ago. Unfortunately, I have a hairline crack in the crankcase cover, so I'm going to need to repair and change oil. Will also get a skid plate to hopefully prevent in the future. How often do you change the oil and transmission oil?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

The manual recommends changing both every 15 hours of operation. I typically change the engine oil more often at about 7.5 hrs.

[@briangoodyear6348]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie I accidentally bought the GN4 10w-30. I'm ride near San Diego, CA. Will this oil also work for transmission?

[@michaelsnook6712]

When reading the dipstick do I need to thread it in all the way then twist out and look?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

When checking the level do not thread it in.

[@yodabeats3632]

Is transmission oil is like the regular oil for honda

[@chetcornelison]

Off this subject…. I’m looking for a skid plate, what is the brand of plate you have on your bike? Thank you!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Acerbis

[@5taafondo]

Hi Donnie, Do you uses the honda oil for the tranny too? Great video.

[@mike-jr5jc]

What size is the drain plug for the transmission

[@hansschweikert9153]

do9es the bottom drain plug have a crush washer? And why didn't you torque the plug back to a certain ft/lb? Thx

[@loganwilliams4273]

Where should the oil set on the dip stick?

[@watchthemaster5906]

Should I use 10w30 instead? I got an 2007 crf250x and it calls for 10w30 but I've been using 10w40 for a while now and haven't had issues.

[@flyboyfs]

Hi, do you have any idea why engine oil mixture to transmission gear oil? I did replace oil seals on crank and balance shaft

[@THEBEST-vg5wt]

Same for engine and trans ? I just read 10w40 engine and 80w85w for transmission

[@larf8108]

Manual says engine and trans sae 10w30

[@rnc428]

What is the part number on the skid plate

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

www.amazon.com/dp/B001KO93QC/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_undefined?linkCode=ml2&tag=dirtbikingwit-20

[@milkbones8617]

Hey man, just picked up a 2012 crf250x, some people say that you need to use different oil in the 2 different places, I just want to make sure it’s alright to use it in both, does it run and ride as usual? No extra wear?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

There are endless opinions online about what oil to run for this or that. I typically just stick with what's recommended by the manufacturer. For this bike the manual says 10w 40, API classification SG or higher, JASO MA. Honda GN4 is recommended for the engine and transmission in the manual but the manual also states some other options for the trans. I highly recommend following the manual over online opinions.

[@milkbones8617]

@@DirtBikingwithDonnie this is an older video and you replied fairly quick, subscribed

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@milkbones8617 Thanks! I also should have said that yes, I run the GN4 in both engine and trans and it’s always performed flawlessly.

[@dimitriskokotos5774]

Nice video. I am looking to buy a 2006 crf250 is a good bike?

[@spencer1749]

I have a 2015 250 they haven’t changed through the years I love it so far it’s fast enough for me and really good on the trails I highly recommend it

[@AaaaandYerDhem]

Electric start? Where do I get that?!

[@davesweeney9466]

For the trans refill I'll lay the bike in the left side, supported by my bike stand so the fill is facing straight up. Then fill out of a 500ml graduated cylinder. Still have to go slow, though.

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

That’s a good solution too. Thanks for watching!

[@frank-the-tank2234]

So it’s a different process for my 04

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

If it’s a CRF250X it will be the same. Not sure about the R, but it should be very similar.

[@josedelgado4186]

Dis u have to change the engine oil and the transmission at the same time? Or can u do just the engine only?

[@mxracingunlimitedltd7784]

They are completely seperate, so you can change just the engine or transmission oil. But DONT mix up your Fill & Drain Plugs for each if doing them separately.

[@mxracingunlimitedltd7784]

Might as well just get two quarts of oil and do both. They both take the Honda GN4 10W-40 non-synthetic oil. Good stuff.

[@driftwoods2229]

You didnt link the stand in the discription

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

They stopped making it. You may be able to find it on eBay.

[@Musthafa-ev6tj]

Engine and. Clutch crf450r 2009. I can put 10w40 oil

[@jeffcade6906]

Where did you get your skid plate?

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

I ordered it directly from Acerbisusa.com

[@christianpeters6579]

The o ring on my filter cover keeps bulging out no matter how hard or light I torque it down

[@ivanpintaric572]

Does anybody know the specification on the longer bolt/screw by the oil filter?

[@lolo97cle]

best video ive come by thank you! So just to make sure its okay to use the engine oil for transmission oil in a 09 crf250r? if i get the same one in the video

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Thanks for watching! GN4 10w40 is Honda’s recommendation for both.

[@CarlosSanchez-vx2ge]

I thought the transmission uses 80 85 transmission oil not regular jaso motor oil

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Commenters have asked why I used the same oil in the engine and transmission. I followed Honda's recommendation in the service manual for JASO MA 10w40. This is recommended for both the engine and transmission in the Honda service manual. The purpose of this video is to demonstrate the process. If you prefer a different oil from what's recommended that's your decision. Links you might find helpful: Honda GN4 10w40 Oil amzn.to/2YCi07U Oil Filter amzn.to/3d2HMYn The funnel I use to fill the trans oil: amzn.to/2JpJqdg As am Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use these Amazon links. Thanks!

[@bigironjakesd619]

Did you use the same oil for both sides??

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

@@bigironjakesd619 Yes, the manual recommends the same for both.

[@davsmith7334]

Awesome video now redo it and tell us the sizes of the bolts....haha. JK THANKS!

[@DirtBikingwithDonnie]

Lol, it’s a delicate balance with too much info vs. not enough. Thanks for watching.

[@dultonjose6900]

I have a question on why the bike takes the same oil for the engine and transmission and wondering if it’s the same on a 2006 CRF 250x

[@aokbikelife5564]

I have the 06 250x also and I use the same oil on both sides its perfectly fine

[@vickhidayat3991]

how much ml do you fill the engine oil & transmission?

[@jacobnorth8642]

As he stated, start with 67 CC (CC and ML same volume, differert name), 67 ML if you prefer and add slowly until perfect.

[@jacobnorth8642]

I may have misheard him but you should start with 670ml (or cc) not 67. 1000 cc = i liter, didnt mean to cause confusion, 67 ml is a few cap fulls...

[@MrMarineMaster]

Do you use the same oil for the engine and transmision??