The Honda CRF 230L is a motorcycle that was produced in 2008-09. It is powered by a four-stroke single cylinder, SOHC engine with a capacity of 223cc. The bike is liquid cooled and has a compression ratio of 9.0:1. It features a single 30mm CV carburetor and has an electric and kick starting system. The bike produces a maximum power of 18.6 horsepower at 8000 rpm and a maximum torque of 18.8 Nm at 6000 rpm.
The Honda CRF 230L has a six-speed transmission and a wet, multiple discs, cable-operated clutch. The frame is made of steel and has a single cradle design. The front suspension consists of a 37mm leading-axle Showa fork and has a front wheel travel of 241.3mm. The rear suspension is a Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring preload adjustability and has a rear wheel travel of 228.5mm.
The front brakes consist of a single 240mm disc with a 2 piston caliper, while the rear brakes have a single 220mm disc. The bike has a wheelbase of 1340mm and a seat height of 810mm. The ground clearance is 241mm and the dry weight is 113kg. The fuel capacity of the Honda CRF 230L is 8.6 liters.
The Honda CRF 230L has been compared to the Yamaha XT250 and both bikes are seen as good options for dirt bike enthusiasts. The Honda CRF 230L is praised for its low maintenance requirements and its ability to handle a variety of terrains. It is also seen as a good option for beginners due to its manageable power output.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Honda CRF 230L
| Year | 2008-09 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
