Of all the off-road bikes we make, there’s something very, very special about the CRF250RX. And it’s even better this year. Combining the explosive power, light weight and no-compromise performance of a 250 motocrosser, it’s fine-tuned by our engineers (and racers) for stellar performance in off-road events, like Baja, the GNCC series and Hare and Hound racing. We start with our CRF250R (including all the upgrades for this year) and dial the RX in with an 18-inch rear wheel, special ECU settings, handguards, a convenient sidestand, a larger fuel tank, and much more that make it a fantastic choice no matter where you ride.

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The CRF250RX uses a nine-plate design to improve durability and hookup. That helps eliminate slip at peak horsepower, better torque transmission through the clutch pack and greater durability. Plus, the clutch pull is lighter, and you get improved engagement feel.

We’re talking about a special ECU program here: push the button to select the mode, hold the throttle open, release the clutch, and the CRF250RX will do the rest, launching you into the first turn with a big advantage. It turns your bike into a holeshot-seeking machine!

By tipping the CRF250RX’s fuel injector back at a 60-degree angle, the injector sprays fuel all the way back to the throttle butterfly. The engine gets a cooler, denser fuel charge for more power and better torque. It’s little details like this that put the CRF250RX up front.

The CRF250RX’s Dunlop Geomax tires are specially designed for enduro use. The AT81 tires are spec’d at 90/90-21 for the front and 110/100-18 for the rear. You read that right: the CRF250RX rolls on an 18-inch rear wheel.