HONDA CRF230F (2006-2007) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Honda CRF230F was an off-road motorcycle that debuted in 2003 as a trail riding and recreational off-road use machine. The bike was set in motion by a 223cc engine with a six-speed manual transmission and was designed for beginner to intermediate riders.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CRF230F, a versatile bike that handled a variety of terrains and was known for its reliability and low maintenance requirements, which made it a popular choice for riders who were looking for a reliable off-road machine.

Since its introduction in 2003, the Honda CRF230F remained virtually unchanged and was a big hit with the off-road community due to its electric starter and torquey four-stroke engine. The 2007 model featured a red and white color scheme with Honda graphics on the fuel tank and fenders.

The bike featured a steel frame that housed a 37 mm leading-axle Showa fork with 240 mm (9.5 inches) of wheel travel on the front and a Pro-Link Showa spring preload adjustable shock absorber with 230 mm of wheel travel on the rear.

In the braking department, the CRF230F packed a single 240 mm disc with a hydraulic caliper on the front wheel and a drum braking unit on the rear wheel that offered optimum stopping power.

As for power, the 2007 Honda CRF230F had at its core a 223cc four-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 19 hp with maximum strength at 8,000 rpm and 20 Nm (15 lb-ft) of torque available at 6,500 rpm.