2024 Honda CRF250F Review: First Ride & Impressions of this Underrated Trail Bike!

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Discover the exhilarating ride of the 2024 Honda CRF250F in this comprehensive review! Join me as I take this beginner-friendly trail bike through its paces on single tracks, hill climbs, and even a motocross track. From its surprising power to its versatile ergonomics, I share my firsthand impressions to help you decide if the CRF250F is the right fit for your off-road adventures.
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@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

Thanks for joining the discussion! 🙌 We're here to talk about the CRF250F. Considering buying one? Drop your questions below and let's help each other out.

@SeanCunningham-qj6fh 3 месяца назад

Another awesome video I can't what to get a closer look at it

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

hell yeah!

@McTurnups 4 часа назад

Hey! I have this as my first bike, picked it up 2 months ago, and i love it! I do have a question or two though if you dont mind. Sick video too!!

@TJonesMTB 2 месяца назад

Picked up a 2022 one of these up for the wife last month. She's loving it and actually excited to ride while coming into the sport with zero motorcycle experience. Great bike for learning! Get a used one if you can find one

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

GF rode mine for the first time today and she had a blast! Honestly one of the best beginner bikes ive seen. And yeah i bet the used market is great for these also thx for the comment!

@bullfrogjay4383 2 дня назад

I just bought the 125 to teach my older goblins how to use a clutch and goon around. Im definitely going to pick up this 250 for myself in the future. Excellent info and great presentation.

@notsoupmoto День назад

glad to hear it was helpful!

@bouzo4552 3 месяца назад

Mate i have one,done minor mods, i also have a 2022ktm 300 xc amongst other bikes, but this bike with gummie tires in the narly stuff , is legit in hard enduro,so classic , its hillarious when your waiting for your mates up stupid hard shit and they are on 15k ktms!

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

hahah so true the bike is so fun! i rode it all this past weekend instead of my mx bike and got so sore but it was well worth it

@ikillfh844 3 месяца назад

LOL i just had this happen to me. Riding hard single track with someone I had never ridden with before. He was on a 2023 KTM 300 xc-w and said to me at the start of the ride: "You think that little bike will make it?". First big hill climb I pick my way up no problem on my 2020 250F, over gnarly rocks and roots, and I get to the top. Im waiting there for like 5 mins for him to get up, so I walk back down the trail a bit and see his ktm off the side of the trail. He looped it and smashed the headlight and tail light and bent his clutch lever LMAO. 5k bike vs 18k bike.

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

@@ikillfh844 hahah nooooo sad day for the ktm. It's true tho, these things just chug right up the hillsl. Thanks for the comment

@rcwildman9255 2 месяца назад

Exhaust, stage 1 cam, ecu, heavier fork springs and lift kit. On my 2024. It’s just awesome in every way

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

😎

@patrick2360 Месяц назад

Thank You Very Much For Sharing.

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

No problem!

@john_doe_66 2 месяца назад

After waiting a couple months for it to come in, picking mine up tommorow!!

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

Sickkk!! Have fun on that thing!

@GuacamoleAndOJ Месяц назад

Just bought a brand new one today and I love it. Im pretty much a beginner rider but this thing is so easy to ride

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

congrats! have fun!

@sebastianjaimes5556 2 месяца назад

thats my bike! my first one and i love it im 14, and you can definitely jump it with ease.

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

heck yeah! glad ur enjoying it!!

@easternyellowjacket276 2 месяца назад

Buddy I ride with has one as a second bike. His primary is a 250RX. This bike is an superb casual trail bike. Soft suspension, low ground height and mellow, controllable power.

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

so true! thx for the comment

@jacobreed1087 2 месяца назад

I’ve got one and I love it. It’s not gonna do trails like my beta 390. But it gets the job done on light trails

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

🙌🙌

@kellykintzley2610 2 месяца назад

Honda needs to give you some money, because I'm convinced, and planning on picking one up.

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

haha you should definitely let them know! glad it was helpful. enjoy when you get it!

@chrisvozza6530 2 месяца назад

Very nice review. Road it hard really like that it is fuel injected . Would buy

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

it's a hell of a bike! thx for the comment!

@tarab6711 3 месяца назад

you convinced me... I need one. Or maybe my boyfriend can get it for me

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

hmmm... yeah you'll have to try to convince him for sure!

@IRQ1Conflict 3 месяца назад

You won't regret it. Some of my fondest memories were just putting around trails, gravel roads as a kid. I'm 54 now. I am thinking of getting one and just enjoying the scenery again.

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

@@IRQ1Conflict I highly recommend it. and same here some of my best memories were putting around on trail bikes too... there's just something abt them

@enduro_j 2 месяца назад

I have a 2021 250rx n I’ll trade for the 250f. 😂 somehow we have more fun on the f. It’s just a fun bike to ride n a perfect bike for rookies. Can wheelie it forever.

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

haha same here. ive been riding it way more than my race bikes lately

@jumbomrmeaner3016 2 месяца назад

I have one with a Yoshimura exhaust, it’s my first bike. It’s pretty quick, I love it. I’m riding it on the street 😂

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

thats awesome! hows it do on the street?

@jumbomrmeaner3016 2 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto It's amazing! I'm thinking about turning it into a dual sport! I really want to take it to the woods soon!

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@jumbomrmeaner3016 i'd definitely recommend it! the thing rips in the woods too

@davidfarmer9404 12 дней назад

I really considered purchasing one of these but ended up going with a GPX300FSE. After riding both bikes, I can assure you that there is really no comparison. They are similar in weight, but the GPX is better in every other way. Most of us who have ridden for a while would end up spending a fortune on suspension and motor upgrades for this bike. I have had Honda XR’s for most of my adult life and I can tell you that I’m truly disappointed that they would not include fully adjustable suspension on this bike.

@notsoupmoto 9 дней назад

interesting. i haven't heard of that company. will have to look into it. thanks for the comment!

@ZeLogicnator5k 10 дней назад

Crap! I bought a 2023 for my wife last year as her first bike and she hasn't even ridden it in like 9 months. I love riding it. Maybe it's time to just steal it and upgrade everything for myself. Sometimes I think it's more fun than my 350. It's just chill to ride.

@notsoupmoto 9 дней назад

haha definitely go for it. such a fun bike! thanks for the comment

@JanHauptman 22 дня назад

im just dreaming of having this bike (as a beginner) as i watch this video :D

@notsoupmoto 22 дня назад

awesome! do you have a bike currently or would this be your first bike?

@JanHauptman 21 день назад

@@notsoupmoto no im currently planning for this to be my first dirt bike. but i will take the r model since here in europe its hard to get an f model cause of the emission regulations or something

@notsoupmoto 21 день назад

careful with the 250R if it's your first bike. the R is an mx competition style bike, liquid cooled with wayyy snappier power delivery than the 250f. check out my video on the topic so you know the difference between these categories before buying ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kYEuy8fPwy0.html it's definitely a bit confusing with the names at first since honda makes them so similar

@JanHauptman 15 дней назад

@@notsoupmoto alright i will check it out👍🏻

@axton-farris Месяц назад

gotta say if ur starting to learn motocross the 250f is great i had it but the suspension isnt good, i would say ur first bike get the 250f and ride it for a year and a half then u might look into a 250r i just upgraded to a 250r away from the f and it was the best choice, just saying if ur on the motocross side its not the best from my time riding it. mr soup keep it up man

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

thanks for the comment! i totally agree. If motocross is what you're looking to learn then the 250f is only going to take you so far. once you have the basics down you'll need to move up to a more moto suited bike.

@j0hn22 3 месяца назад

Great video and riding. I have the same use cases as you except I also have a son who's 15, 5'7" and 135 lbs. I'm comparing this to an x-trainer because I think it would offer more room to grow and I could also use it for harder trails instead of my Husqvarna 501. Did you consider an x-trainer? Also, are you planning to modify the suspension with valving and something like a Hagon or Vonkat shock?

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

I hadn't even heard of the x-trainer until you just mentioned it right now. Looks like a really cool bike, fantastic idea. Unfortunately I don't have a beta dealer near me but it looks like it would be badass. The honda was a lot more affordable for me than that would have been though, that's the only downside of the xtrainer. Haven't thought abt doing any suspension work to the crf250f just yet, but depending how much i end up riding it i may opt for that in the future. thanks for the comment ill definitely be going down the xtrainer rabbit hole now lol

@chrispoland3524 2 месяца назад

I think it ultimately depends on the type of riding you plan on doing. Coming from the 501, none of the power will be surprising. If the goal is putting around and pushing it every now and then, I think the 250f would be great. Reliable as an anvil, minimal and easy maintenance… really it’ll add to your stable and not increase needed attention for potential maintenance. If you want something slower for gnarly single track where maneuverability is king.. xtrainer. I didn’t feel like the xtrainer was as good going fast but man it could handle

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@chrispoland3524 makes a ton of sense. Will definitely look into that in the future. There's a beta demo kinda far from me in a couple months but i might try to make it out there

@chrispoland3524 2 месяца назад

Maybe I’ll run into you there 😂 I am going to be driving way outta my way to try the 200RR

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@chrispoland3524 haha yeah the closest one to me is somewhere near harrisburg

@wayneshrum8722 Месяц назад

I am curious i had a 2002 xr 250 how would this compare am i wrong thinking the xr would have better suspension

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

the suspension is nearly identical on the 2002 xr250r and the new crf250f bikes. Both 41mm front forks (conventional style not the modern upside down forks you find on mx bikes) and the rear suspension are both pro-link adjustable shocks. with the xr250r being 22 years older I'd imagine the new crf250f has a bit better quality just being newer but as far as the suspension technology goes they're nearly the same. However I was unable to get specific details on if there have been any key changes to the shock. you'd have to do some more research on it.

@robertsewell3538 Месяц назад

i have the 2022..best all around bike made. period.

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

i would agree

@kihill6471 Месяц назад

I have a crf230f and I was looking for something with more power and little more grit. Would this be a good pick or should I consider a crf R or something along those lines?

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

If you already have the crf230f and are looking for something with more power then the crf250f wouldn’t be a good idea. The 250f is the updated version of the 230f so basically the same as what you have now. You should look at something like a 125 2-stroke, 250 four stroke motocross bike, etc. Honda crf250r or crf250rx depending if you’ll be doing moto or woods respectively. A 2-stroke 125 is a really fun bike in my opinion too. Affordable maintenance. Much more power, zippier than the crf230f/250f. It is a 2-stroke motocross bike but still beginner/intermediate friendly. Plus they are fun as hell to ride

@kihill6471 Месяц назад

@notsoupmoto thanks man! I appreciate the feedback. I'm interested in the 250rx because I do a lot of trail riding and I need some zip. But Thank you for the feedback.

@Hornaboy214 2 месяца назад

I gotta question does it feel underpowered bc i got a 2004 crf 150f and want to get a 2024 250r but i wouldn't mind riding a 250f i just want to ride a really powerful bike and idk if the 250f will be a big step for me bc ive ridden bikes my whole life

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the comment! The 250F is not super powerful so if you're looking for something that's super snappy and has a lot of power to it then i'd definitely lean more towards a liquid cooled race bike. Depending on what type of riding youre doing (Ex. if woods riding CRF250RX if motocross CRF250R) If you've been riding the 150 for a while and feel pretty comfortable on it then you're probably good to move up to an actual race bike at this point. It will feel way different than what you're used to tho so just be ready to take some time to get used to it! Have fun!

@Hornaboy214 2 месяца назад

@@notsoupmotothx for the answer this helped me a lot I ride mainly trails but want to get more into motocross and I do feel really good on the 150 I've had it for Abt a year and want to move onto a big bike so I think im gonna look into the 250rx

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@Hornaboy214 glad to help! best of luck

@jc7654 2 месяца назад

it's a fun bike

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

true dat

@edenfieldjared0 Месяц назад

any idea speeds its capable of stock?

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

From what I’ve seen, the top speed of the 250f stock is somewhere in the ballpark of 60-70mph. That’s just what Google says. I haven’t tested it out as the bike doesn’t have a speedometer.

@danten7774 2 месяца назад

im looking at buying 1 of these if you dont mind me asking what did you pay for it out the door

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

I actually traded in my DRZ400SM for it and i can't remember what the exact number was all told but it was somewhere in the ballpark of 5.6k

@Emmy_44 2 месяца назад

do you think this bike would be fine for me im 5.5feet and i have a crf150 but i would like a 250 but im scared im not gonna be able to put my two feet on the ground

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

my girlfriend is actually also 5'5" and she absolutely loves the 250f! if you have the chance to sit on one before you buy, definitely do it. but i think it will probably fit you great! thx for the comment!

@Emmy_44 2 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto okay perfect thanks for taking time to respond !!

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@Emmy_44 of course! happy to help

@DFRANCOO80 2 месяца назад

Hi buddy quick question my neighbor is selling the 2019 crf250f $4,200 like new just 10 hours on it I just want to know if anything upgrade 2024 or is the same since 2019 ?

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

from my understanding they are pretty much the same

@DFRANCOO80 2 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto thx he wants $4,200 you think is a good price for it

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@DFRANCOO80 seems reasonable based on the condition you said its in

@DFRANCOO80 2 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto I forgot to mention $4,200 no title just bill of sale still worth it?

@dirtbikeheaven1129 2 месяца назад

I found a 2020 on Facebook Marketplace a year and a half ago that was absolutely pristine for $3500 with a title. You might want to shop around some more.

@bopboy7931 2 месяца назад

How much did you pay if u don’t mind me asking bc idk if I should just get a brand new one or a used one

@user-mk7fw9en6f 2 месяца назад

I got a 2020 for $3500. Great bike.

@bopboy7931 2 месяца назад

@@user-mk7fw9en6f I saw one for around the same price but it’s missing a title so it’s probably stolen

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@bopboy7931 yeah mine was like 5500 all told

@ardasgames4222 2 месяца назад

How tall are you, im like 5, 10 at 13 and want to get one as a first bike. I put my leg over one today and I think I had one side tip toe.

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

i'm 6ft. you'll be good on this bike. great beginner bike to learn on

@theollie332 13 дней назад

I want it but I’m 6,1 almost 6,2 will it still be comfortable for me?

@notsoupmoto 13 дней назад

I'm 6ft and fit fine on it for chill riding just putting around but for aggressive trail riding i'm a bit cramped. there are different mods you can do to make it fit better. check out my video about the sizing of the crf250f to help you out with making your decision ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YVN34KEnspQ.html

@UN1FIEDS0UNDS Месяц назад

you sir, can ride.

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

Thanks I appreciate it!

@duosable 2 месяца назад

Is this bike a better value than a KTM 300XC? Thx

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

Totally depends on what you'll be using it for. The KTM's are quite expensive, however they're purpose built for a certain type of riding that can be very demanding. They're extremely well engineered and from what i've heard, you get every bit of what you pay for it. The CRF250F is much more affordable but they aren't really comparable to the KTM enduro bikes. This is an air cooled trail bike that will feel like a tractor compared to the race/enduro bikes which are like sports cars. If you're just wanting to putt around and you're somewhat of a beginner looking to develop your skills, I feel like the honda is the better value. You'll end up spending less money now and you can always sell and upgrade later.

@speedy4brick943 Месяц назад

Are the older 250 f cc Hondas as good or is there a big difference

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

The biggest difference between anything older than 2019 is no fuel injection. The older bikes were carbureted . Still good quality and durable bikes

@speedy4brick943 Месяц назад

@@notsoupmoto thanks

@speedy4brick943 Месяц назад

@notsoupmoto so your saying that the 2019 is just as good as the 2025 for beginners that have nEver ridden before

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

@@speedy4brick943 yeah its pretty much the same bike from 2019 until now

@speedy4brick943 Месяц назад

@notsoupmoto OK thanks so much

@milesholland6826 2 месяца назад

I am a 53 yo avid mountain biker, haven’t ridden motorcycles in about 12 years, but used to be an intermediate level woods rider. Want to get back into it but don’t want to deal with excessive power, maintenance, price and hype. Just want to have fun, but want to make sure I don’t under bike. Will be riding in technical woods, Oregon. Is this a good choice?

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

i haven't taken it on any super technical trails yet but from other people's anecdotes and videos i've seen, the crf is very capable after some upgrades. Seems like ppl change tires for the type of terrain they're riding then upgrade the suspension. Check out ru-vid.com and their videos on the crf.

@milesholland6826 2 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto awesome thanks for the quick response. Great video

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@milesholland6826 no problem! thx for the comment!

@dirtbikeheaven1129 2 месяца назад

I’ve had one for about a year and a half. Facebook Marketplace is a good place to locate a used one. This is a good single track bike but it’s not only for beginner riders. I’ve been dirt biking for 57 years. Gummy tires are always a good idea on a dirt bike. Ground clearance is a problem. Contact Hyperlite Moto for a skidplate and items to raise the suspension. Bruce’s Suspension is a good upgrade. Barkbusters and a Pro Taper handlebar are good upgrades. Top speed is irrelevant to me so I use a two tooth larger rear sprocket which will fit with the stock length chain. I run the stock exhaust system. It provides plenty of power without any excessive noise. The rear fender is too short and narrow and will cover your back and the seat with mud. Make or buy an extension. I hate to have mud cover the cooling fins on an air cooled bike so I made a mud guard attached to the top of the skidplate to prevent that. If you run a short clutch lever, the pull becomes a little stiff. Hyperlite Moto has a kit that makes the pull much easier.

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

@@dirtbikeheaven1129 thx for the comprehensive mods list 🙌 this is awesome!

@rockinrabbi Месяц назад

WHERE are you riding, please?

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

A Private track and trails

@thomasburke2053 2 месяца назад

Im 5,5 1/2 do you think i could ride this bike

@notsoupmoto 2 месяца назад

Yes! This bike would probably fit you very well. Not too big or too small for you

@B-kn8yb Месяц назад

What do you mean clutch it up?

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

I believe you’re referring to when I was doing wheelies. “Clutch up” just means to pull the clutch in, give the bike throttle, and let the clutch out fast enough to pop the front wheel up.

@HollowGuy7 Месяц назад

I’m 5’11 would I fit

@notsoupmoto Месяц назад

Yep would be perfect for you

@ProbablyStonedComments 3 месяца назад

Haven’t been on a dirt bike in 30 years. I’m 6’ 220 lbs. is this bike too small for me?

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

Definitely not. I'm also 6ft and the ergonomics feel perfectly fine for me. As for the weight if you end up feeling like the suspension is too soft you can always get stiffer springs!

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

If you're not doing anything too extreme then you probably won't need to mess with the suspension

@ProbablyStonedComments 3 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto appreciate it.

@ProbablyStonedComments 3 месяца назад

@@notsoupmoto Definitely don’t wanna break my neck, but I do have a tendency to go fast. I run the hell out of a 900lb motorcycle.

@notsoupmoto 3 месяца назад

@@ProbablyStonedComments haha just don't try to launch it off of a cliff or anything and you'll probably be fine