Source: Honda Motorcycles.

A host of updates have been announced for the 2016 Honda CRF250R, aimed to increase horsepower and improve handling on the popular MX2 contender.

Among the engine updates are higher compression, increased cam lift, titanium exhaust valves, new valve springs, and updates to the cylinder-head porting, piston shape and connecting-rod shape.

In addition, the air-intake tube has been changed, while the exhaust system gets larger outlet diameters for improved breathing and a new header-pipe resonator for improved power output. Updates to the fuel-injection mapping have also been incorporated, and the radiators are enlarged for improved cooling.

Additionally, the fork length has been extended by 5mm to improve stability, and the chain-roller diameter has been reduced from 38mm to 34mm.

Further information on an Australia release date and price is due to be announced. Stay tuned to www.hondamotorcycles.com.au for additional details.