Honda CRF250M Motard (MD38) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
249cc Liquid-Cooled Single DOHC 4V 17-Inch Supermoto · Source: Honda CRF250M Motard (MD38) (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CRF250M Motard (MD38) (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2013–2017 Honda CRF250M Motard (MD38) (chassis MD38) requires 1.4 L (1.48 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.45 L (1.53 US qt) with filter service (15410-KYJ-902 / HF112). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/70-17M/C 54S) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (130/70-17M/C 62S), paired with 1× NGK SIMR8A9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ8V / YTX7L-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.4 L (1.48 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~246 km (153 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.4 L (1.48 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.45 L (1.53 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.8 L (1.90 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-KYJ-902 / HF112 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 24 N·m (17.7 lb-ft / 2.45 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 110/70-17M/C 54S · Rear: 130/70-17M/C 62S (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK SIMR8A9 × 1 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ8V / YTX7L-BS (12V 7.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed O/X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lube every 800–1,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 249 cc · 23.1 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 22 N·m (16.2 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 855 mm (33.7 in) · 145 kg (320 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 7.7 L (2.0 US gal) · ~32 km/L → ~246 km (153 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 24,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Factory supermoto conversion of the MD38 CRF250L featuring 17-inch wire-spoked street wheels (tube-type), a larger 296mm floating front rotor, and firmer rear spring.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda liquid-cooled DOHC single (CB/CBR/CRF/Rebel 250–300) using internal paper element 15410-KYJ-902 (observe OUT-SIDE mark!) and SAE 10W-30 JASO MA.