Bike review: Honda CRF50F

There’s a good reason Honda’s CRF50F is probably the world’s most popular beginner bike. Relying on its engine, the 49cc air-cooled single-cylinder, it offers manageable power and torque for a kid to get accustom with it and then have a lot of enjoyable riding days in which he or she will be gaining valuable confidence.

The engine is being backed-up by a three-speed transmission that is clutch-equipped, leaving junior worry-free about changing gears or pulling a clutch lever that would have never seem appropriate on a bike in CRF50F’s category.

Novice riders are tough on machinery, yet year after year Honda’s CRF50F comes through with flying colors. It’s the longest running model in our off-road line-up. And to keep it running flawlessly, it’s loaded with features like a maintenance-free CD ignition, automatic cam-chain tensioner and proven Honda engineering and build quality.

ENGINEEngine Type 49cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-strokeBore And Stroke 39.0mm x 41.4mmCompression Ratio 10.0:1Valve Train SOHC; two-valveInduction 13mm piston-valve carburatorIgnition CD

DRIVE TRAINTransmission Three-speed with automatic clutch

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKESFront Suspension Inverted telescopic fork; 3.5-inch travelRear Suspension Single-shock; 2.8-inch travelFront Brake DrumRear Brake DrumFront Tire 2.50-10Rear Tire 2.50-10

DIMENSIONSRake 25.0 degreesTrail 32.0mm (1.3 inches)Wheelbase 36.0 inchesSeat Height 21.6 inchesGround Clearance 5.8 inchesCurb Weight 110 poundsFuel Capacity 0.7 gallons, including 0.2-gallon reserve

OTHERModel Id CRF50FAvailable Colors RedEmissions Meets current CARB and EPA standards.

Note: Recommended for riders 13 years of age and older. Honda recommends that riders take a training course and read their owner’s manual thoroughly.