CRF: R vs. RWE?

Welcome to the MX Parts Direct Honda CRF Resource Center. Whether you are looking for routine maintenance specs for the new 2025 model or trying to figure out if parts from an older bike will fit your current ride, we’ve broken it all down for you below.

2025 Honda CRF250R Replacement Parts

The 2025 model features a redesigned chassis and airbox. Use these specific part numbers for your maintenance:

Component	OEM / Spec
Oil Filter	#15412-MEN-671
Air Filter	#17213-K95-AG0 (2025 specific)
Spark Plug	NGK SILMAR9A9S
Engine Oil	10W-30 (Pro Honda GN4)
Chain & Sprockets	520 Chain (114 Links) | 13T Front / 50T Rear

CRF250R Generation & Fitment Guide

Honda updates the CRF250R roughly every 3-4 years. Parts within these ranges are generally interchangeable.

Generation	Year Range	Key Identification
7th Gen	2025 - 2026	New Chassis, Single Muffler
6th Gen	2022 - 2024	Single Muffler, Cable Clutch
5th Gen	2018 - 2021	Dual Mufflers, DOHC Engine
4th Gen	2014 - 2017	Dual Mufflers, Unicam Engine

CRF450R Generation & Fitment Guide

Generation	Year Range	Key Identification
7th Gen	2025 - 2026	Redesigned Airbox/Frame
6th Gen	2021 - 2024	Hydraulic Clutch, Single Pipe
5th Gen	2017 - 2020	Electric Start (Standard 2018+)
4th Gen	2013 - 2016	Air Forks, Dual Mufflers

Standard (R) vs. Works Edition (RWE)

Is the Works Edition worth it? Here is the component breakdown for the RWE models.

Feature	Standard CRF-R	Works Edition (RWE)
Exhaust System	OEM Single	Yoshimura RS-12 Full System
Clutch (250R)	Cable Actuated	Nissin Hydraulic
Suspension	Showa Standard	Kashima & Ti-Oxide Coatings
Cylinder Head	Stock Production	Hand-Polished Intake/Exhaust Ports
Rims	D.I.D Standard	D.I.D DirtStar LT-X