Honda CRF150F explained

Honda CRF150F
Manufacturer:Honda
Production:2003–2017
Predecessor:Honda XR125
Class:Off road
Engine:, Air-Cooled, single-cylinder, four stroke
Transmission:5-speed manual
Brakes:Front: 240mm disc
Rear: drum
Tires:Front: 70/100/19
Rear: 90/100/16
Related:Honda CRF230F
Honda CRF150R
Honda CRF125F

The Honda CRF150F was an off road motorcycle that was first introduced in 2003 as the successor to the Honda XR series. The 150F was aimed at beginner to intermediate riders, teens or adults. Its main use is for family recreation and easy off road trails. It has a relatively soft suspension, wide seat and high ground clearance.This motorcycle's primary design purpose is for trail riding or amateur hair scramble type races. With the manufacturer setup, racing is not recommended. They are known for their reliability and ease of use and maintenance.

2003–2005

The 2003 CRF150F was styled after Honda's racing bikes, with tuned suspension and 156cc engine. It had a 5-speed manual transmission, O ring chain drive, and the Pirelli MT18 tires. The front brake was a 240mm hydraulic disc brake.

2006 redesign

The biggest change for 2006 was to the engine. In other years, the 150F's engine was a smaller version of the 230F. Less power with almost the same or slightly more weight. In 2006, Honda totally reconfigured the engine with a different compression ratio, 9.5:1, and a bore and stroke of 57.3 × 57.8. The overall weight savings of the new 149cc were significant with an increase in power as well. Another change was a new electric start system. The battery is concealed under the left sidepanel out of the way from water or mud. With the new light weight engine, the 2006 150F with extra electric start system now weighs about the same as the 2005 model.

In 2017, the CRF150F was discontinued and replaced by the CRF125FB.

Specifications

All specifications are manufacturer claimed.

2003/2004[1] 2005[2] 2006/2007[3] 2008[4]
Engine
Engine Type156.8NaN Air-cooled single cylinder four-stroke149NaN Air cooled single cylinder four-stroke
Bore/Stroke63.5NaN x 49.5NaN57.3NaN x 57.8NaN
Compression Ratio9.0:19.5:1
Valve TrainSOHC; Two-valve
Carburetion24 mm piston-valve
IgnitionCDI
Drivetrain
Transmission5-speed manual
Final Drive
  1. 520 O-ring-sealed chain, 13T/48T
Chassis/Suspension/Brakes
Front Suspension35 mm leading-axle Showa fork; 9.10NaN0 travel
Rear SuspensionPro-Link Showa single shock; 8.80NaN0 travelPro-Link Showa single shock; 8.90NaN0 travel
Front BrakesSingle 240 mm Disc
Rear BrakesDrum
Front Tire70/100-19
Rear Tire90/100-16
Dimensions
Rake26.7 degrees
Trail87NaN
Wheelbase52.20NaN0
Seat Height32.50NaN0
Ground Clearance100NaN0
Dry Weight216NaN223NaN236NaN
Fuel Capacity, including 0.4 gallon reserve, including 0.4 gallon reserve

Notes and References

  1. http://www.powersportsnetwork.com/enthusiasts/new_vehicle_detail.asp?VehicleCode=5515 2004 Honda CRF150F Specifications
  2. http://www.hondanews.com/categories/422/releases/2003 2005 Honda CRF150F Specifications
  3. http://www.hondanews.com/categories/422/releases/2891 2006/2007 Honda CRF150F Specifications
  4. http://www.hondanews.com/categories/422/releases/4022 2008 Honda CRF150F Specifications