Honda CRF 230L (2006-07)

The Honda CRF 230L is a motorcycle model produced in 2006-07 with a four-stroke single-cylinder engine of 223cc capacity. It features a liquid-cooled system, a single 30mm CV carb for induction, an electric and kick start, and a #520 O-ring-sealed chain as final drive. This bike has a steel single cradle frame, with front suspension containing a 37mm leading-axle Showa fork, and rear suspension consisting of a Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring-preload adjustability. The CRF 230L has a front brake system of a single 240mm disc with 2-piston caliper and a rear brake system that is a single 220mm disc. The front and rear tire sizes are 2.75-21 and 120/80-18 respectively, whereas its wheelbase, seat height, and ground clearance values are 1340 mm, 810 mm, and 241 mm respectively. The dry weight of this motorcycle is 113 kg, and the fuel capacity is 8.6 Litres. According to reviews, the Honda CRF230L is a great bike for short trips or off-roading, with a comfortable seat and adjustable suspension. It is also a beginner-friendly bike with adequate power and excellent fuel economy.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CRF 230L

Year: 2006-07

Engine: Four stroke single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves

Capacity: 223 cc / 13.6 cu-in

Bore x Stroke: 65.5 x 66.2mm

Cooling System: Liquid cooled

Compression Ratio: 9.0:1

Lubrication: Wet sump

Induction: Single 30 mm CV carb

Ignition: CD with electronic advance and lighting coil

Spark Plug: NGK, DPR8EA-9

Starting: Electric & Kick

Max Power: 18.6 hp / 13.7 kW @ 8000 rpm

Max Torque: 18.8 Nm / 1.92 kg-m @ 6000 rpm

Clutch: Wet, multiple discs, cable operated

Transmission: 6 Speed

Final Drive: #520 O-ring-sealed chain

Frame: Steel, Single cradle frame

Front Suspension: 37mm leading-axle Showa fork

Front Wheel Travel: 241.3 mm / 9.5 in

Rear Suspension: Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring-preload adjustability

Rear Wheel Travel: 228.5 mm / 8.9 in

Front Brakes: Single 240mm disc 2 piston caliper

Rear Brakes: Single 220mm disc

Front Tyre: 2.75-21

Rear Tyre: 120/80-18

Wheelbase: 1340 mm / 52.7 in

Seat Height: 810 mm / 31.9 in

Ground Clearance: 241 mm / 9.5 in

Dry Weight: 113 kg / 249 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 8.6 Litres / 2.27 gal

Review: Honda CRF230L and Yamaha XT250