Ive got a 2020 250f and thing is so well rounded its insane. I can hit all 30+ foot tables with ease and suspension is so perfect. Bike wheelies like a charm. 2nd gear pinned gets you up any hill. overall insanely good bike for beginners to experts
The bike itself is amazing but I would NOT call the suspension anything higher than just "good". I swear the suspension on my 250f is trying to kill me sometimes on tiny bumps.
@@I_Brittle_Star_I I have the full rs2 on mine but i bought it that way. It sounds great and im pretty sure it adds about 3% more torque and power but im not positive
Thanks for posting this. am looking for a fun bike to learn hard enduro on. I am about 171cm tall, not sure if the 230f or 250f suits me more but from what I understand, they are about the same size? How about the drum brakes on the 230f? No one seems to be talking about them, are they reliable? Are there also suspension upgrade options for both bikes? Thanks!
Ben Macmillan yah same with me I am saving up for this bike right now and I had a bunch of people say that a 250 would be to big for me and they are correct at 5,4 the crf250r is to big for me it would of fallen over if I tried to sit on it that’s why I am going to go with a crf250f it has a seat height that is 3.4 inches shorter than the bigger bikes so it fits small people like me better
I’m 6’1’’ and I’ve got about 1-2 hours of ride time on my friends drz125L and I was wondering what would be a good beginner bike for me I’d id be fine with any brand and I’d do 2 or 4 stroke
How are you liking that 250F? My honda dealership has them in stock and the price really isn't bad. Slick thinking about getting one to get my credit up.
@@MotoJake I'd love to have a 450L. Had a ttr250 but wasn't street legal. Trying to find another one of them. Not sure I'll be able to afford a brand new bike
Hi Jake, enjoy your vids. I was wondering if you did anything to the CRF230F suspension? The 230 rear shock is its main pitfall from the original in 03' to the end of the line, Honda never did a change to the shock and its over damped valving. It can be quite jarring.
You don’t need to but I recommend it. Like most motorcycles, you can shift up right as you release the throttle and release tension or downshift in the same manner. I use this method on sport bikes with stiff clutches that are a pain to pull a lot.
Hey. Gonna get my first bike. Would like a ttr230 or a crf230. Which one would be better for me. I'm 15, 5ft 8in. No im not gonna get a 125 or 150 cause ill out grow it in a year people say. Just wondering. Thanks
The crf230 has a little more power than the ttr230. The ttr230 is a little more comfy and looks better/ has nicer features. The seat height is about the same. I like hondas but its all about what you like.
My 2019 crf230f wouldn’t go into gear from 1st to second I had to position the shifter down more so I pressed it up more to shift idk if it was me or the bike needed the extra 3 centimeters of up shift on the shaft to make it shift to second mabey that could be a fix for you
Hey man, great video! Just had a question, I've been riding a '16 Crf150f for 5 years now, and I want to upgrade. I ride trails, occasionally on the road or in a field, and I'm 6'3, 185lbs. I'm stuck between buying a new 2020/21 Crf250f, and buying a used Crf450x, since the prices would probably be pretty similar. Definitely don't want a race bike or a 2 stroke because my trails are kinda tight in some places. But I definitely want something much more powerful than what I'm currently riding. What do you think I should do?
It really depends on how much you want to put into maintenance. The 450 will require a lot while the 250 doesn’t require much at all. The 450 is obviously gonna be the fun option but more pricy.
@@MotoJake That's what attracted me to this bike, the low price. I rode an a X-Motos aircooled 250cc dirtbike the other day, and it was just barely faster than my 150, that I've put an FMF slip on, a jet kit, and a 50T sprocket on. I'm worried about this bike not being powerful enough. I could probably get a used Crf450r/Crf450x for about the price of this 250f. Any suggestions? Thanks man
You really get what you pay for in the world of dirt-bikes but if you would like to chance going the used route, I did that with my first race bike and didn’t regret it. It was a 2008 CRF250R in great condition for $1,500. That’s a heck of a good deal for a mint condition race bike.
I would recomend a drz 400 or something like that. A 250 will get the job done and be fun and low maintenance. A 400 to 500 will be a handful in tight trails, really fun in the open. A 400cc dualsport is low maintenance, but a crf450x is essentially a race bike with a headlight.
@@MotoJake THE 230F IS CAPABLE OF BEING UNLOCKED. THE CRF250F ISN'T. 1. 14 tooth counter sprocket, the 230F will reach 75mph. 2. The 230F is capable of being raised One inch with the CRF150F's dog bone. 3. You CAN NOT increase the counter sprocket on the CRF250F. 4. You CAN NOT move the foot pegs back one inch to open the cockpit on CRF250F. However, you can on the CRF230 and you will lose 16oz. 5. If you use the CRF150R forks, you loose another 4lbs. You CAN NOT use 150R forks on the CRF250F. 6. FMF's header increase the 230F's horse power hugely. 7. If the 230F is raised one inch?...the wheel base much be increased because it will cause the bike to shake. However, Easily fixed by adding one link to your chain. 8. CRF250F stock 15lbs heavier than the 230F. CRF150R forks on the 230F and we have the CRF250F 19 lbs heavier. 9. Stock vs Stock. CRF250F wins. However, once you mod the 230F, it smokes the CRF250F hugely in every category. Unlocked vs Locked should have been the title here. ruclips.net/video/Dd4mKstJvV4/видео.html
hey, i’m about 5”7, 145lbs and was wondering what bike would be better.. i’m torn between the 230 and the 250.. i’m still technically a beginner and currently have a 100f.. any thoughts?
Well the 230f and the 250f aren’t much different in size, just a power difference. I think you’d get more satisfaction from a CRF250F as they are newer. The CRF250R is a race bike though and would only recommend that to people who are skilled, have money to spend on it, and the time to work on it.
Do you keep hitting false neutrals? I kept getting them so I took my bike to the shop and they said my whole transmission was torn up. Luckily I had a warranty so it was free.
The thing is cops really are helpless against dirtbikes. They are told not to chase them and it's pretty simple to get out of dodge and lose them fairly easy and quick
Even though mine was bought brand new, a different guy bought it from the dealer for 4,600, kept it a couple months and didn’t ride it, so I bought it for $4,500 from him and I broke it in and gave it it’s first few hours.
@@MotoJake I am well aware of that. Been riding for 40 years now. So is the neutral being considered one of the speeds like I have seen stated in other areas of info.? If so, then it would be a 5 when considering neutral.
So I’m about 5’9” weigh about 250 and have been wanting a dirt bike my buddy told me a crf230f would be the ideal bike for me it’s not too powerful but it’s good for me I learned on his sisters crf150f and I was thinking the 150 would be good but I just feel like I’m too big for the 150f
Well I am 6’5 around 280-290 pounds and I have been riding a Crf 230 f for about 2 years and it has been great only 2 complaints one is the suspension and the other is it is not the best in cold weather
Honestly I don’t think the bike needs any upgrades for what I use it for. May get a new exhaust… however, I need one upgrade. Bigger balls. That’s how you do some awesome shit 😎
Aproximadamente una diferencia de 10 libras. Es posible que haya estado pensando en el 250R si hice esa afirmación. Ha pasado mucho tiempo desde que hice el vídeo.
Ive got a 2020 250f and thing is so well rounded its insane. I can hit all 30+ foot tables with ease and suspension is so perfect. Bike wheelies like a charm. 2nd gear pinned gets you up any hill. overall insanely good bike for beginners to experts
The bike itself is amazing but I would NOT call the suspension anything higher than just "good". I swear the suspension on my 250f is trying to kill me sometimes on tiny bumps.
Just bought a crf 250f great trail bike. Smooth clutch, predictable powerband, suspension is just right for trail.
I was so unhappy with the stock exhaust so I installed the full Yoshimura exhaust so much better
Notice any more power? Im thinking about buying one but $540 +tax and shipping is a lot
@@I_Brittle_Star_I I have the full rs2 on mine but i bought it that way. It sounds great and im pretty sure it adds about 3% more torque and power but im not positive
Sounds like a turd stock
Thanks for posting this. am looking for a fun bike to learn hard enduro on. I am about 171cm tall, not sure if the 230f or 250f suits me more but from what I understand, they are about the same size? How about the drum brakes on the 230f? No one seems to be talking about them, are they reliable? Are there also suspension upgrade options for both bikes? Thanks!
Aye jake I’m getting a 250f when the get restocked and I was wondering how tall you were and how well u fit the bike
I’m 6’2” and I fit the bike pretty well even though it’s a little small, it’s a trail bike and is meant to be shorter anyways to make trails easier.
I’m 5’5 and I’m on my tippy toes
Ben Macmillan yah same with me I am saving up for this bike right now and I had a bunch of people say that a 250 would be to big for me and they are correct at 5,4 the crf250r is to big for me it would of fallen over if I tried to sit on it that’s why I am going to go with a crf250f it has a seat height that is 3.4 inches shorter than the bigger bikes so it fits small people like me better
Perfectly put. People don’t understand that the 250R and 250F are different sizes.
I’m 5’11 and I’m very comfy on it, but I was around 5’8 1/2 when I got it, I was a lil tipsy but I had experience.
I’m 6’1’’ and I’ve got about 1-2 hours of ride time on my friends drz125L and I was wondering what would be a good beginner bike for me I’d id be fine with any brand and I’d do 2 or 4 stroke
I have a crf230f it fits me fine I’m 6 4
Any 250 trail bike, or motorcrosser if thats what your doing
How are you liking that 250F? My honda dealership has them in stock and the price really isn't bad. Slick thinking about getting one to get my credit up.
I’m actually loving it. No regrets but I do think my next bike will be a street bike. I just can’t afford the crazy insurance at the moment.
@@MotoJake I'd love to have a 450L. Had a ttr250 but wasn't street legal. Trying to find another one of them. Not sure I'll be able to afford a brand new bike
Hi Jake, enjoy your vids. I was wondering if you did anything to the CRF230F suspension? The 230 rear shock is its main pitfall from the original in 03' to the end of the line, Honda never did a change to the shock and its over damped valving. It can be quite jarring.
Well I never did anything to it but when I moved to the 250F is when I noticed the change
Do you need to use the clutch when up shifting on these Hondas? Or are they like the ktm’s where you don’t need to. Thanks!
You don’t need to but I recommend it. Like most motorcycles, you can shift up right as you release the throttle and release tension or downshift in the same manner. I use this method on sport bikes with stiff clutches that are a pain to pull a lot.
I’m 5’5 and was wondering if the crf250f is a good starter bike or should I get the crf230f instead
They are about the same size, the difference is in the engine. It’s not as big as the CRF250R or CRF250L
whats the top speed on this bike and whats like the cruising speed? im gonna be on the road a lot
The top speed is 68 mph and I can cruise at about 50 in fifth gear.
Hey. Gonna get my first bike. Would like a ttr230 or a crf230. Which one would be better for me. I'm 15, 5ft 8in. No im not gonna get a 125 or 150 cause ill out grow it in a year people say. Just wondering. Thanks
The crf230 has a little more power than the ttr230. The ttr230 is a little more comfy and looks better/ has nicer features. The seat height is about the same. I like hondas but its all about what you like.
My 2019 crf230f wouldn’t go into gear from 1st to second I had to position the shifter down more so I pressed it up more to shift idk if it was me or the bike needed the extra 3 centimeters of up shift on the shaft to make it shift to second mabey that could be a fix for you
Hey you know I have some same problem with me 2020 125f it will just get stuck but if I let go to the clutch a little bit it will be free.
Hey man, great video! Just had a question, I've been riding a '16 Crf150f for 5 years now, and I want to upgrade. I ride trails, occasionally on the road or in a field, and I'm 6'3, 185lbs. I'm stuck between buying a new 2020/21 Crf250f, and buying a used Crf450x, since the prices would probably be pretty similar. Definitely don't want a race bike or a 2 stroke because my trails are kinda tight in some places. But I definitely want something much more powerful than what I'm currently riding. What do you think I should do?
It really depends on how much you want to put into maintenance. The 450 will require a lot while the 250 doesn’t require much at all. The 450 is obviously gonna be the fun option but more pricy.
@@MotoJake That's what attracted me to this bike, the low price. I rode an a X-Motos aircooled 250cc dirtbike the other day, and it was just barely faster than my 150, that I've put an FMF slip on, a jet kit, and a 50T sprocket on. I'm worried about this bike not being powerful enough. I could probably get a used Crf450r/Crf450x for about the price of this 250f. Any suggestions? Thanks man
You really get what you pay for in the world of dirt-bikes but if you would like to chance going the used route, I did that with my first race bike and didn’t regret it. It was a 2008 CRF250R in great condition for $1,500. That’s a heck of a good deal for a mint condition race bike.
I would recomend a drz 400 or something like that. A 250 will get the job done and be fun and low maintenance. A 400 to 500 will be a handful in tight trails, really fun in the open. A 400cc dualsport is low maintenance, but a crf450x is essentially a race bike with a headlight.
@@MotoJake
THE 230F IS CAPABLE OF BEING UNLOCKED. THE CRF250F ISN'T.
1. 14 tooth counter sprocket, the 230F will reach 75mph.
2. The 230F is capable of being raised One inch with the CRF150F's dog bone.
3. You CAN NOT increase the counter sprocket on the CRF250F.
4. You CAN NOT move the foot pegs back one inch to open the cockpit on CRF250F. However, you can on the CRF230 and you will lose 16oz.
5. If you use the CRF150R forks, you loose another 4lbs. You CAN NOT use 150R forks on the CRF250F.
6. FMF's header increase the 230F's horse power hugely.
7. If the 230F is raised one inch?...the wheel base much be increased because it will cause the bike to shake. However, Easily fixed by adding one link to your chain.
8. CRF250F stock 15lbs heavier than the 230F. CRF150R forks on the 230F and we have the CRF250F 19 lbs heavier.
9. Stock vs Stock. CRF250F wins. However, once you mod the 230F, it smokes the CRF250F hugely in every category.
Unlocked vs Locked should have been the title here.
ruclips.net/video/Dd4mKstJvV4/видео.html
hey, i’m about 5”7, 145lbs and was wondering what bike would be better.. i’m torn between the 230 and the 250.. i’m still technically a beginner and currently have a 100f.. any thoughts?
Well the 230f and the 250f aren’t much different in size, just a power difference. I think you’d get more satisfaction from a CRF250F as they are newer. The CRF250R is a race bike though and would only recommend that to people who are skilled, have money to spend on it, and the time to work on it.
@Jonathan Spier thanks for your input, have a good one!!
I jumped from a 2003 150f to the 2020 250f
@@Konaar975 same but it was cr250
@@hondacr250cfh from a 150f to a cr250?
Do you keep hitting false neutrals? I kept getting them so I took my bike to the shop and they said my whole transmission was torn up. Luckily I had a warranty so it was free.
YES! ALL THE TIME
Are you allowed to ride on the road in US when bike isnt road worthy with indicator lights etc?
Nope lol. But around here where I live ATVs and bikes are allowed on certain roads if going from trail to trail.
The thing is cops really are helpless against dirtbikes. They are told not to chase them and it's pretty simple to get out of dodge and lose them fairly easy and quick
No plate to track either
Hi Jake is thaf the 250 that ir riding or the 230, think it's the 250
The 250.
Thanks for posting this video! Im looking to get a KLX300R or the CRF250F
Ethan CRF250F 😉
What did you pay out the door for the 250f?
Even though mine was bought brand new, a different guy bought it from the dealer for 4,600, kept it a couple months and didn’t ride it, so I bought it for $4,500 from him and I broke it in and gave it it’s first few hours.
@@MotoJake 4600 after taxes and all the dealership charges? Ik the msrp is 4600. Got a price from the deal of 5600 and 5000 for a new one
No, not after that stuff I have no clue
Should I risk driving on the road with the crf250f like he is… I want to
From trail to trail, maybe. Long distance, no. You'll get a good ticket for sure.
Question, you stated a 5th gear. How is that when the Honda page shows they come with a 4 speed transmission. Please explain.
It’s a 5 speed. Where are you seeing this?
@@MotoJake Just rode a 2021 crf250f yesterday and it is a 4 speed. So 2020 had a 5 speed?
That’s not right. It should be a 5 speed. Somethings wrong.
Maybe you skipped first gear. You’re supposed to push down from neutral for first. Not up.
@@MotoJake I am well aware of that. Been riding for 40 years now. So is the neutral being considered one of the speeds like I have seen stated in other areas of info.? If so, then it would be a 5 when considering neutral.
Beautiful country roads. Where you located?
These videos are in fayette county West Virginia. I no longer live there but there was plenty of good riding.
So I’m about 5’9” weigh about 250 and have been wanting a dirt bike my buddy told me a crf230f would be the ideal bike for me it’s not too powerful but it’s good for me I learned on his sisters crf150f and I was thinking the 150 would be good but I just feel like I’m too big for the 150f
I say crf 150 r but if u don’t have the money to upgrade in a year just go for a 250 r
Well I am 6’5 around 280-290 pounds and I have been riding a Crf 230 f for about 2 years and it has been great only 2 complaints one is the suspension and the other is it is not the best in cold weather
I have a 230f just bought it myself and my dad has a 250f and my 230 has a higher top speed
Not possible
@@kennymc1625 Very possible with gearing.
im wanting an 230, i think itll be a good beginner bike
Just got one the other day i love it
Bro 🍻
So Is he riding the 230 or the 250 ?? 😂
250 lol
Thanks
i had a 250f and it would do maybe 25 in 3rd gear thing had no speed in low gears. 2019 model btw so idk if that changes things
I got the same bike
I had my 230 at the drag strip it goes 65 not 60
Mine stopped at 60. My 250f will do 68
@@MotoJake mines a 2017 what year was yours?
Dirt bike content 2017 as well
My 230 will do 140kph, i think thats about 85, but mines heavily modified lol
@@joeycourtice4157 What did you add?
Too bad they can't shave about 30lbs off the 250..
Very true. I mean you can try putting on a lighter exhaust 🤷🏼♂️ it’s an idea
Gonna have to switch from Miller to Miller Lite lol
Bigger front sprocket...
Honestly I don’t think the bike needs any upgrades for what I use it for. May get a new exhaust… however, I need one upgrade. Bigger balls. That’s how you do some awesome shit 😎
I don't need another bike with gear problems 🤕
Yea it didn’t go so well- the day I got it - I noticed some slight issue. This was before I even broke it in.
The 2019 230 has fuel injectors
It’s carbureted. I had to go look for myself lol. The 2019 CRF230f is not electronic fuel injected. It is the same as the 2017 model.
Brazilian dream 🤤🤤🤤
Can you deliver me one🎉
He mate my name is Jake
Jake from State Farm?
Who cares if you busted your tire man thing looks about spent anyways haha.
Ride em till they die 😂
La 250f es mas ligera no mas pesada que la 230 hombre
Aproximadamente una diferencia de 10 libras. Es posible que haya estado pensando en el 250R si hice esa afirmación. Ha pasado mucho tiempo desde que hice el vídeo.
@@MotoJake en ese caso de la 250r tendrías razón y sería diferencia de solo libras más pesada que 230f