07 Honda Dirt Bikes ReviewedThe flagship of the 07 Honda dirt bikes continues to go from strength to strength. Updates for '07 include changes to the cylinder head and intake valves. The carb diameter on the 450 has been increased to 41mm and there is also a new brake lever linkage and rear subframe. Showa components take care of suspension front and rear.
CRF250R The four stroke 250 for '07 has retooled cam profiles, a reworked brake lever linkage and a strengthened clutch. Carburetion is taken care of with a 40mm Keihin carby and like the 450, the 250 has Showa suspension front and rear. Weight is a super slim 204 pounds.
CR250/CR125 Updates for the bigger two strokes are limited this year, it seems all the R+D dollars go into the four strokes these days. The 250 is running a 38mm Mikuni carby, 5 speed transmission and 47mm USD Showa forks up front with a Showa fork out back. The 125 has a 38mm Mikuni carby, 46mm Kayaba USD forks and a Kayaba rear shock. Dry weight for the 125 is 197 pounds, gone are the days when four stroke race bikes were so much heavier than their two stroke counterparts.
CRF150R Expert The CRF150R Expert is the bike for junior riders looking to step up from the standard CRF150. The Expert has bigger wheels, a higher seat and slightly longer swingarm and is more suited for taller riders. There's a 5 speed transmission, 37mm Showa inverted cartridge forks and a fully adjustable Showa rear shock. They sound pretty sweet too!
If you've checked out the 07 Honda dirt bikes, click here to take a look at the current range
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