2012 Honda CRF230F/CRF150F Preview

2012 Honda Motorcycles

Honda may place much emphasis on all-out performance dirt bikes such as the CRF 450 R, but the Japanese marquee continues to cater to the play-bike scene.

For 2012, Honda returns with the CRF230 F and the CRF150 F, both motorcycles featuring electric start. The CRF230F is designed for maintenance-free, all-day fun and off-road adventure.

The CRF150F has "moderate chassis dimension, easy-to-use four-stroke power, electric starter and more rider-friendly features," making the bike very enjoyable for the beginning motorcyclists.

Both the Honda CRF 230 F and the CRF 150 F will be available this November.

2012 Honda CRF230F Specs:

Model:	CRF230F
Engine Type:	223cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke:	65.5mm x 66.2mm
Compression ratio:	9.0:1
Valve Train:	SOHC; two-valve
Induction:	26mm piston-valve carburetor
Ignition:	CD
Transmission:	Six-speed
Final Drive:	#520 O-ring-sealed chain; 13T/50T
Suspension	Front: 37mm leading-axle Showa fork; 9.5 inches travel Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload adjustability; 9.0 inches travel
Brakes	Front: Single 240mm disc Rear: Drum
Tires	Front: 80/100-21 Rear: 100/100-18
Wheelbase:	54.1 inches
Rake (Caster Angle):	27.3°
Trail:	112mm (4.4 inches)
Seat Height:	34.1 inches
Ground Clearance:	11.7 inches
Fuel Capacity:	1.9 gallons, including 0.4-gallon reserve
Color:	Red
Curb Weight:	249 poun

 

2012 Honda CRF150F Specs:

Model:	CRF150F
Engine Type:	149cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke:	57.3mm x 57.8mm
Compression ratio:	9.5:1
Valve Train:	SOHC; two-valve
Induction:	24mm piston-valve carburetor
Ignition:	CDI
Transmission:	Five-speed
Final Drive:	#520 O-ring-sealed chain; 13T/48T
Suspension	Front: 35mm leading-axle Showa fork; 9.1 inches travel Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock; 8.9 inches travel
Brakes	Front: Single 240mm disc Rear: Drum
Tires	Front: 70/100-19 Rear: 90/100-16
Wheelbase:	52.2 inches
Rake (Caster Angle):	26.7°
Trail:	87mm (3.4 inches)
Seat Height:	32.5 inches
Ground Clearance:	10.0 inches
Fuel Capacity:	1.9 gallons, including 0.4-gallon reserve
Color:	Red
Curb Weight:	236 pounds