Honda 2012 CRF250R Owner's Manual | Page 3

Introduction

Introduction

Congratulations on choosing your Honda CRF
motocross motorcycle.  

When you own a Honda, you’re part of a 
worldwide family of satisfied customers – people
who appreciate Honda’s reputation for building
quality into every product.  

Your CRF is a high performance racing 
motorcycle that utilizes the latest motocross 
technology and is intended for competition use in
sanctioned, closed-course events by experienced
riders only.  

Be aware that motocross is a physically 
demanding sport that requires more than just a
fine motorcycle.  To do well, you must be in 
excellent physical condition and be a skillful
rider.  For the best results, work diligently on
your physical conditioning and practice 
frequently.  

Before riding, take time to get acquainted with
your CRF and how it works.  To protect your
investment, we urge you to take responsibility for
keeping your CRF well maintained.  Scheduled
service is a must, of course.  But it’s just as
important to observe the break-in guidelines, and
perform all the pre-ride and other periodic checks
detailed in this manual.  

You should also read the owner’s manual before
you ride.  It’s full of facts, instructions, safety
information, and helpful tips.  To make it easy to
use, the manual contains a table of contents, a
detailed list of topics at the beginning of each
section, and an index at the back of the book.  

As you read this manual, you will find 
information that is preceded by a 
symbol.  This information is intended to help you
avoid damage to your CRF, other property, or the
environment.  

Unless you are mechanically qualified and have
the proper tools, you should see your dealer for
the service and adjustment procedures discussed
in this manual.  

An official Honda Service Manual for your CRF
is available (page 160).  It is the same manual
your dealer uses.  If you plan to do any service
on your CRF beyond the standard maintenance
procedures in this manual, you will find an
official Honda Service Manual a valuable
reference.  

If you have any questions, or if you ever need a
special service or repairs, remember that your
dealer knows your CRF best and is dedicated to
your complete satisfaction.  

Please report any change of address or ownership
to your dealer so we will be able to contact you
concerning important product information.

You may also want to visit our website at 
USA: www.powersports.honda.com.
Canada: www.honda.ca.

Happy riding! 

California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.   

NOTICE

ABBREVIATION
Throughout this manual, the following
abbreviations are used to identify the respective
parts or system.

Abbrev. term

CKP sensor

DTC

ECM

ECT sensor

HPSD

IAT sensor

MAP sensor

MIL

PGM-FI

TDC

TP sensor

Crankshaft Position sensor

Diagnostic Trouble Code

Engine Control Module

Engine Coolant Temperature sensor

Honda Progressive Steering Damper

Intake Air Temperature sensor

Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Programmed Fuel Injection

Top Dead Center

Throttle Position sensor

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