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Perfect balance. In a golfer, it can lead to longer drives. In a motocross bike, it can lead to shorter lap times. The Honda CRF250R can't help your golf game, but it sure can help you to fill up your trophy shelf in a big hurry. A new cylinder head and camshaft combined with a new 46 mm throttle body in the battery-less Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) system produce a broader powerband with more low-end and midrange torque. But thrilling engine performance is just half of the CRF250R's winning formula its chassis, in perfect balance with the new engine characteristics, gives you the extra confidence you need to drive deeper into corners and power harder through the whoops. For 2012, a new rear suspension linkage along with updated settings front and rear make this great-handling bike an even bigger threat on the track. Plus, we know you'll love the longer and wider footpegs and the premium Dunlop MX51 tires.