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Gear Up for Adventure: Enhancing the CRF250L RALLY for Off-Road Excursions

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Here is a "HONDA CRF250 RALLY" custom by Webike community user "Shiraga Majiri". The owner has always loved watching off-road rallies on TV. He longed for a motorcycle that could take him on roads he couldn't go on by car. He fell in love at first sight with this bike, which is so attractive that other riders would strike up conversations with him on the street. The CRF250L itself is a dual-purpose bike designed for both on-road and off-road riding, and the RALLY version offers even greater off-road capability. It can be ridden on highways without causing fatigue. When he goes touring, he feels more energized at the end of the day compared to other riders on Nakeds or Cruisers. This dedicated owner takes good care of his beloved bike and frequently customizes expendable parts. He installed the ZETA COMP Handlebar Dual Sport-Medium for improved handling and a stylish look. He is satisfied with the fact that the handlebar is lighter and thicker than the stock one, providing a very comfortable riding experience. The red, blue, and titanium colors all suit the CRF, but this time he chose the titanium color to match the tank cap, resulting in a cool appearance. To address the common issue of brake lever breakage during off-road riding, he chose the DRC Brake Lever. Its design prevents it from protruding from the handlebars and does not touch the ground when falling, reducing the likelihood of breakage. The affordable price encouraged him to always carry a spare when riding on forest roads. As the owner enjoys his off-road riding dreams, he installed the DRC Chromoly Wide Footpeg to enhance stability while standing. These footpegs provide stability when riding on river banks with bumpy and round stones that bounce off the tires. For the brake pedal, which often bends due to falls or contact with rocks, he selected the ZETA Trigger Brake Pedal. This pedal is rigid and offers a linear touch, even with motocross boots, making subtle brake manipulation easier. It also has a retractable design to absorb shocks. Additionally, he raised the ride height by 10 mm using the DRC Front Fork Spring to prevent the risk of hitting the bottom of the bike on bumps. However, if the rear remains stock, it may sink excessively during riding. Therefore, it is recommended to replace the rear shock spring with the DRC Rear Shock Spring at the same time. The owner thoroughly enjoys living out his long-held off-road dreams and regrets not getting on this bike sooner. If you find yourself hesitating to venture off-road, perhaps it's your time to take the leap.

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Specifications

Part Details
Handles ZETA COMP Handlebar Dual Sport-Medium
ZETA Teflon Throttle Tube Open End
DRC Brake Lever
ACERBIS Rally Profile Handguard
PRO GRIP Grip
ROUGH & ROAD RALLY 690 Mirror (Left)
PRO GRIP Grip
Frame ACERBIS X-GRIP Frame Protector
DAYTONA Grab Bar Carrier
ZETA Side Stand Extender
Bodywork FACTORY EFFEX Swing Arm Decal
Electrical DRC MOTOLED EDGE Holder
Radiator KIJIMA Radiator Guard
Suspension DRC Front Fork Spring
DRC Rear Shock Spring
Rearsets DRC Chromoly Wide Footpeg
ZETA Forged Shift Lever
ZETA Trigger Brake Pedal
Hakuyo
Hakuyo

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Hakuyo

A foreigner who rides in Japan, Japanese call this "Gaijin Rider". 6th year in the Webike global team. He feels and shares the real bike life in Japan then presents you how interesting Japanese customs are.