2009 Honda CRF230F
Introduction
One of the world’s most popular and highly
rated off-road play bikes for beginners and experts
alike, the CRF230F features easy one-touch electric
starting, a rugged 223cm3 4-stroke engine pumping
out smooth, dependable power and a long-travel suspension
system that really soaks up the bumps on rocky trails.
With all this and the big smile it puts on your face,
the CRF230F is the perfect choice for recreational
riders discovering the exciting world of off-road
adventure.
Key Features
- Engine design produces low emissions to meet
the world’s most stringent off-road emissions
standards
- Keyed ignition switch provides added security
- Narrow seat and fuel tank combine with handlebar
shape to increase rider comfort
- Motocross-style seat is low and comfortable,
and allows maximum rider movement
- High-impact plastic skidplate protects lower
engine cases
- Folding shift lever
- Reusable foam air filter for reduced maintenance
costs
- Front and rear steel drive sprockets for durability
- High-quality handlebar with comfortable grips
- Extra-wide-ridged, folding, self-cleaning footpegs
and brake pedal for secure footing
- Lightweight exhaust system utilises a quiet silencer
equipped with an effective spark arrester
- Maintenance-free sealed battery
- CRF-R–inspired bodywork and graphics
Engine
- Dependable 223cm3 air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder
engine offers plenty of user-friendly power and
torque spread over a wide rpm-range
- Lightweight aluminium crankcase
- 26mm carburettor for crisp throttle response
- Push-button electric start for reliable starting
ease
- Maintenance-free Capacitor Discharge Ignition
(CDI)
- Heavy-duty clutch offers smooth, progressive
engagement
- Versatile, smooth-shifting 6-speed transmission
Chassis
- Lightweight semi-double-cradle high-tensile steel
frame
- 37mm leading-axle Showa front fork offers 240mm
of suspension travel
- Fork boots keep dirt and moisture away from fork
seals
- Lightweight and rugged box-section aluminium
swingarm
- Pro-Link rear suspension rides on needle bearings
for smooth action and durability
- Heavy-duty Showa rear damper offers 230mm of
travel
- Heavy-duty O-ring–sealed chain for durability
and reduced maintenance
- Snail-type chain adjusters for easy maintenance
- Powerful 240mm front disc brake
- Lightweight 110mm rear drum brake
- Strong, lightweight rims with straight-pull spokes
Colour
- Extreme Red (with white number plate and sidecovers)
Availability & Model Changes For 2009
- Availability: Now
- Changes for 2009: No changes
Technical Specification
Engine
- Type - Air-cooled 4-stroke 2-valve SOHC single
- Displacement - 223cm3
- Bore x Stroke - 65.5 x 66.2mm
- Compression Ratio - 9 : 1
- Max. Power Output - 13.7kW/8,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
- Max. Torque - 18.8kW/6,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Fuel System
- Carburetion - 26mm piston-valve carburettor
- Fuel Tank Capacity - 7.2 litres (including 1.5-litre
reserve)
Electrical System
- Ignition System - Capacitor Discharge (CDI)
- Starter - Electric / Primary kick
Drivetrain
- Transmission - 6-speed
- Primary Reduction - 3.090 (68/22)
- Gear Ratios - 1; 2.769 (36/13), 2; 1.941 (33/17),
3; 1.450 (29/20), 4; 1.148 (31/27), 5; 0.960 (24/25)
6 0.812 (26/32)
- Final Reduction - 3.846 (50/13)
- Final Drive - #520 O-ring sealed chain
Frame
- Type - Semi-double cradle; steel tube
Chassis
- Dimensions (LxWxH) - 2,059 x 815 x?1,159mm
- Wheelbase - 1,375mm
- Caster Angle - 27° 3'
- Trail - 112mm
- Seat Height - 866.1mm
- Ground Clearance - 297.1mm
- Kerb Weight - 112.9kg
Suspension
- Type - Front; 37mm leading-axle telescopic fork;
241.3mm axle travel
- Rear; Pro-Link swingarm with adjustable spring
pre-load; 228.6mm axle travel
Wheels
- Type - Front; Aluminium rim/wire spoke
- Rear; Aluminium rim/wire spoke
- Rim Size - Front; 21 x 1.60
- Rear; 18 x 1.85
- Tyre Size - Front; 80/100–21 NHS MT320H
- Rear; 100/100–18 NHS MT320
Brakes
- Type - Front; 240 ? 3mm hydraulic disc with single-piston
calliper and sintered metal pads
- Rear; 110mm leading/trailing drum
All specifications are provisional and subject to
change without notice
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