Honda CRF230F 2017 User Manual

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CRF230F
Spark Plug
(Refer to the Safety Precautions on page 39.)
Recommended plugs:
Standard:
DPR8EA – 9 (NGK) or
X24EPR – U9 (DENSO)
For cold climate: (Below 5°C, 41°F)
DPR7EA – 9 (NGK) or
X22EPR – U9 (DENSO)
1. Disconnect the spark plug cap (1) from the spark
plug.
2. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base.
3. Remove the spark plug with the spark plug wrench
(2) and handle (3) provided in the tool bag.
(1) Spark plug cap
(2) Spark plug
wrench
(3) Handle
(3)
(2)
(1)
10. Install the oil fill cap/dipstick.
11. Start the engine and let it idle for 3 – 5 minutes.
12. 2 – 3 minutes after stopping the engine, check that
the oil level is at the upper level mark on the oil fill
cap/dipstick with the motorcycle upright on firm,
level ground. Make sure there are no oil leaks.
(1) Oil drain plug
(2) O-ring
(3) Spring
(4) Oil strainer
screen
(2)
(3)
(4) (1)
NOTICE
Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range.
Severe engine damage could result.
NOTICE
Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause
serious engine damage.
(Cont.)

Honda CRF230F 2017 Specifications

General

Engine Type	223cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke	65.5mm x 66.2mm
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Ignition	CDI
Rear Suspension	Pro-Link Showa single shock; 9.0 inches travel
Front Brake	Single 240mm disc
Rear Brake	Drum
Front Tire	80/100-21
Rear Tire	100/100-18
Curb Weight	249 pounds
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	37mm leading-axle Showa fork
Trail	4.4 inches
Induction	Keihin 26mm piston-valve carburetor