The Honda CRF250 Rally weighs 157kg wet, has a seat height of 895mm and 275mm of ground clearance, and makes 24hp. Expect about 70 mpg, for a range of around 155 miles from its 10.1-litre tank.
8/10
Holloway Green Lane Score
A CRF250L with real wind protection and more range, ideal for linking longer days of lanes, at the cost of a bit more weight to manage. Rider ability, terrain, weather and tyre choice still move the real answer more than the bike alone does.
£5,000New, OTR
157kgWet weight
895mmSeat height
~155 miReal-world range
Holloway ratings
Four separate scores, not one blended number, so you can see what's actually driving it.
Beginner friendliness
5/5
Road usability
1/5
Technical off-road capability
4/5
Green-lane suitability
4/5
Full specs
Price (new, OTR)£5,000
Engine249cc
Power24hp
Torque23Nm
Weight (wet)157kg
Seat height895mm
Fuel tank10.1L
Real-world range~155 mi
Economy~70 mpg
Wheels (f/r)21" / 18"
Ground clearance275mm
Suspension travel (f/r)250mm / 240mm
ABSYes
Traction controlNo
Ride modesNo
Service interval8,000 miles
Licence requiredA2
Stock tyre sizes (f/r)3.00-21 / 120/80-18
Where the Honda CRF250 Rally sits
Wet weight against ground clearance for every bike in the finder that publishes both. Light and tall, top left, is where the easiest green lane bikes sit. Tap a dot to open that bike.
Figures are manufacturer claims. Clearance is measured differently by different makers, so treat small gaps as a draw.
Will your feet reach?
The Honda CRF250 Rally has a 895mm seat. Enter your inside leg for a rough idea of how much foot you'll get down when stopped.
A rough guide only. A wide seat needs more leg than a narrow one, the suspension settles 20 to 40mm under you, and boots add a little. Many bikes offer a low seat or lowering link. Sit on one before you buy.
Range against similar bikes
Real-world range from tank size and typical economy, against the bikes closest to it in weight and type. Out on the lanes, fuel stops are often further apart than on a road ride.
Range only. Hard off-road riding and headwinds use more fuel, so plan fuel stops with margin.
Tyres that fit the Honda CRF250 Rally
It runs a 3.00-21 front and a 120/80-18 rear. 10 tyres in our Tyre Finder are made in at least one of those sizes, ranked by green lane score.
Sizes are for the standard UK model and can change between model years. Check the size on your own tyre sidewall, and ask your dealer before fitting a different size. Our size lists come from maker and retailer listings and can miss sizes, so a tyre shown for one end may still be made in your other size. Check the maker's size chart.
Owners highlight the 250 Rally as an accessible mini-adventure explorer. Riders praise the frame-mounted screen and larger 10.1-litre fuel tank for making cold, high-speed road links far more bearable than on a standard enduro bike. However, owners note that the additional 11kg of fairing and hardware causes the soft rear shock to sag noticeably, making aftermarket spring upgrades a common recommendation.
Pros for green laning
Dakar-inspired wind protection: the frame-mounted rally fairing and screen significantly reduce rider fatigue on fast tarmac transits between lane networks.
Larger 10.1-litre fuel tank: delivers an extended 155-170 mile range, eliminating range anxiety on full-day rural green lane loops.
Generous 275mm ground clearance: offers greater ground clearance and slightly longer fork travel than the standard CRF250L to clear rocks and ruts.
LED lighting and cockpit space: powerful LED twin headlights and a spacious navigation bar above the dash provide mounting room for GPS and trail navigation units.
Cons and limitations
Increased weight: at 157kg wet, the rally plastics, larger tank, and fairing frame add noticeable weight when paddling through deep mud or lifting it after a drop.
Soft rear shock: the factory rear shock sags excessively under rider and luggage weight, upsetting off-road chassis geometry without an aftermarket spring.
Vulnerable fairing plastics: the wide body panels and front rally fairings are exposed to expensive scuffs and cracks during drops on rocky lanes.
Mellow 24hp performance: the extra weight makes the 249cc engine feel sluggish when accelerating to overtake on open road sections.
Based on manufacturer specifications and independent motorcycle press reviews.
Remember: a rank here assumes reasonable stock tyres and a competent rider in decent conditions. The right tyres, or the wrong weather, can move a lane from easy to genuinely hard regardless of what bike you're on. Check a lane's own difficulty and hazards on the map before you go, don't rely on a bike score alone.
Find where to actually ride it
Browse legal green lanes and byways across England and Wales, filtered by difficulty, on Holloway's map.
