BIKES Aug.26.2022

HONDA CRF250 RALLY Custom

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Japanese Custom Culture

Here is an original series "JCC" stands for "Japan Custom culture" written by Webike Japan. There is no doubt that Japan has one of the best and unique custom parts and its culture in the motorcycle industry, but the language barrier has led to the closure of JDM motorcycle culture to the outside of Japan. Through this JCC contents, we present you one of a kind custom and mods bikes by professional craftmen and enthusiasts who just can't stop loving motorcycle.

Webike's Opinion

Here is a "HONDA CRF250 RALLY" custom by Webike community user "Benja". The owner of this CRF250 RALLY has been riding an XLR250R for more than 20 years. However, he has thought that as he gets older, he is gradually approaching the limit of what he can ride on a motorcycle. So he decided it was time to start riding a new bike and purchased a CRF250 RALLY. The CRF250 RALLY, a never-before-seen full-cowl off-road motorcycle, was developed under the concept of "The Dakar Replica: To the weekend adventurer!", as its development concept. The rear of the bike looks even cooler using DRC Fender Eliminator Kit. As a finish of visual tuning, the mirrors were also changed to DRC Round Mirrors. The owner says its performance is exactly the same as that of a 300cc bike even though it is a 250cc bike. According to the owner, the stock suspension of the CRF250 RALLY is not adjustable due to soft springs and weak damping to reduce cost and improve rider's ground reach. He also had felt his bike unreliable even on paved roads. Therefore, this part was replaced with a TGR performance rear shock to adapt to off-road riding. You can choose a spring that matches your weight. Furthermore, the handlebar area is equipped with grip heaters and hand guards, which make cruising at 120km/h on the highway much easier. Except for the shoulder area, it is as windproof as a full-cowl tourer. Tiredness is reduced to a level not comparable to other off-road bikes, and he can enjoy comfortable long tours.

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Specifications

Part	Details
Exhaust	SP Tadao Power Box Exhaust Pipe MORIWAKI Slip-on Silencer MX
Handle / Steering	ZETA Armor Handguard XC Kit
Suspension	TGR RACING WHEEL TEC-3.1 Performance Rear Shock TGR RACING WHEEL Hard Spring Front
Bodywork / Fairing	DAYTONA Grab Bar Carrier KIJIMA Base & Screw Set Reembark for 50L DRC 161 Off-Road Mirror DRC MOTOLED Fender Eliminator Kit
Accessories	HONDA Grip Heater (Option) GIVI TREKKER OUTBACK [OBKN42] Aluminum Mono Key Case

editor

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.