The 2025 Honda CRF250RWE has a different suspension feel to it than the “R” model. The coated WE Showa suspension is quicker moving (similar to a KYB feel) and although the comfort is quite good, we needed the CRF250RWE to be a little calmer at speed (on throttle) so if you're like us, then try…
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Keefer breaks down the 2025 250 MXers and walks you through each of their strengths and weaknesses. He also picks his favorites, but talks about why each one of these new 2025 250 MX'ers could be a viable choice for you.
2025 Honda CRF250R:
In stock form the Showa suspension on the 2025 Honda CRF250R has more of an active feel. The fork has a little more comfort which is welcome feeling for SHOWA riders. The shock is a little softer feeling than the fork so out of the crate it is a little unbalanced…
I have always been a crazy person for ergonomics which can involve lever placement, handlebar bend, grip compound, etc. I used to scour the pits hey year and ask a ton of mechanic which bar bend their rider prefers. I am sure they get SICK of answering these the of questions but I ask them…
The 2025 Honda CRF45R Works Edition has a different suspension feel than that of the standard “R” model. The action of the fork is quicker moving and feels slightly softer through the mid stroke than the “R” model. We do still recommend going to a 5.1 N/m fork spring set up (see below) for anyone…
For 2025, we’ve had some updates on a few of the 450 MX’ers, Yamaha, KTM, Husqvarna, Gas Gas and Honda all have had some form of updates to their chassis and suspension specs. This means for 2025, baseline clicker settings have changed a little from the previous year. We make sure to spend some time…
When looking for steering stem spanner tools as well as a better way to grease your steering stem bearings look no further than Velocity Components, as they offer two tools that are more effective and are more efficient. How many times do you glove up to pack you steering stem bearings? I recommend it at…
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Keefer breaks down the differences between. the red and green "edition" bikes and tells you what might be the better choice for you. In this episode we will cover chassis stability, engine character, suspension and even ergonomics to inform you which color could be that glass slipper you're looking for.
