Honda CBR250R (MC41) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
249cc Liquid-Cooled Single DOHC 4V Roller-Rocker · Source: Honda CBR250R (MC41) (2011–2016) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CBR250R (MC41) (2011–2016) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2011–2016 Honda CBR250R (MC41) (chassis MC41) 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 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) with filter service (15410-KYJ-902 / HF112). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/70-17 M/C 54S) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (140/70-17 M/C 66S), 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: ~403 km (250 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: 1.5 L (1.59 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: 110/70-17 M/C 54S · Rear: 140/70-17 M/C 66S (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| 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: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 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 · 26.4 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 22.9 N·m (16.9 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 784 mm (30.9 in) · 162 kg (357 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13 L (3.4 US gal) · ~31 km/L → ~403 km (250 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
2011–2013 MC41 models wore a VFR-style single headlight, while the 2014–2016 update adopted dual CBR-family headlights and freer-breathing intake/exhaust plumbing.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda’s low-friction roller-rocker 249cc DOHC single takes 1.5 L of SAE 10W-30 JASO MA oil when replacing the right-case internal paper element (HF112).
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Double-check that the HF112 paper oil filter’s OUT-SIDE mark faces outward toward the cover—reversing it starves the upper cam bearings within seconds.
- Early MC41 cam-chain tensioners can lose spring preload and rattle on cold start; swapping in a fresh OEM tensioner lifter and gasket cures the clatter.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Honda CBR250R (MC41) (2011–2016) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA) at 1.4 L (1.48 US qt) drain-only and 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) with filter (15410-KYJ-902 / HF112).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the CBR250R (MC41), and what are its service intervals?
Hold the motorcycle dead-vertical on level ground 2–3 minutes after warm shutdown and verify the oil sits mid-way between the Upper and Lower marks in the crankcase sight glass—never on the sidestand. Torque the drain plug to 24 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 12,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 24,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the CBR250R (MC41)?
Fitted with 110/70-17 M/C 54S front and 140/70-17 M/C 66S rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 29 / 29 PSI (200/200 kPa) solo or 29 / 33 PSI loaded. Seat height is 784 mm (30.9 in) at 162 kg wet weight, delivering ~403 km per 13 L tank.