No wonder the Honda CRF250R Works Edition is considered to be the ultimate Honda motocrosser when it comes to dominating on the track. This Honda dirt bike is attractive for serious riders, thanks to the engine’s low- and midrange torque, a stronger muffler as well as a more robust chassis for better stability, optimized suspension performance and improved handling.

Features may include:

• Works Edition Features

You’ll spot special components on the new Works Edition CRF250RWE everywhere you look, including the metallic-red cylinder-head cover on the 249 cc DOHC engine. And there’s good stuff hidden from view, too, such as the hand-ported intake manifold that contributes to an increase in torque throughout the rev range.

• Downdraft Intake and Exhaust

The combination of 79 mm bore and short 50.9 mm stroke produces a high-revving engine with plenty of room for large titanium valves. The engine breathes and revs — the keys to making power. As well, the DOHC cylinder-head design let our engineers straighten out the intake and exhaust tracts to improve power and response. The intake is shorter and just about arrow straight, and the exhaust flows more efficiently too. You’ll experience more power and better throttle response.

• Plenty of Torque

More torque at low revs means better drive out of corners, so our engineers focused on the shape of the piston and connecting rod, while optimizing valve timing to help prioritize combustion consistency and thereby exhaust efficiency at lower revs. The bridged-box design of the piston uses a reinforcing structure between the skirt and the wrist-pin bosses that helps enable a high redline. Big torque down low, huge power up top. A winning formula.

• New Aluminum Frame

The CRF250RWE’s aluminum frame is shared by the R and RX models — it’s been radically improved for 2025 with the aim of increasing rigidity and stability. Using 70% new components, Honda engineers have managed to improve torsional and lateral rigidity in every direction, resulting in more-controlled and predictable handling — particularly in rough conditions.

• Special Showa Fork

The CRF250RWE also boasts the same extensively revised Showa spring fork as fitted to the R and RX, plus a few special touches.The Kashima-coated outer fork tubes and titanium-coated inner tubes help to prevent nicks, scratches and corrosion, while reducing friction for ultra-smooth operation.

• Easier Shock Access

When you’re riding, you’ll appreciate the Pro-Link rear suspension with a new link system that’s less prone to flexing, and the redesigned shock with smoother action. When you’re wrenching, you’ll love the new ease of access to the rear suspension assembly. Removing the shock used to take about 21 minutes, by our watch, but can now be done in about 9 minutes. No more removing the seat, muffler and rear frame. As well, the RWE’s shock features a titanium-coated piston rod for improved durability and reduced friction.