The CRF250RX uses a 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke with a DOHC four-valve layout. For riders, that translates to a strong pull through the midrange with the kind of top-end you can keep working when the trail opens up.

Honda pairs the platform with performance-focused internals like titanium intake and exhaust valves and high-performance cam profiles. The goal is quick rev response without giving up the durability you want for long off-road days.

If you ride a mix of tighter singletrack and faster two-track around San Diego, the RX concept is simple: keep the race-bred feel, then add the off-road details that help you stay consistent lap after lap (or mile after mile).

Fuel injection & throttle response

With PGM-FI and a 44mm throttle body, the CRF250RX is built for crisp response and consistent fueling. That matters when you’re modulating traction on loose climbs, rolling on out of corners, or trying to keep the bike settled through choppy sections.

Gearing for off-road pace

A five-speed manual keeps the bike direct and rider-controlled. The CRF250RX also features special primary and transmission ratios and gear-position engine mapping, helping the bike feel purposeful whether you’re picking lines at low speed or carrying momentum on faster terrain.

Ready to ride the 2026 CRF250RX?

Check current availability at Poway Powersports, then start your financing step when you’re ready. If you’d like to learn more about our dealership experience, you can also explore why riders choose us in San Diego.