For the 2008 model year, the Honda CRF 230 L motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 267 lb (121.1 kg).
Honda CRF 230 L weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Honda CRF 230 L?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda CRF 230 L is heavier than about 56.2% of 24 Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CRF 230 L weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 267 lb (121.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 223 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.3 US gal (8.7 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14.3 lb (6.5 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.84 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 119.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 281.3 lb (127.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CRF 230 L weight FAQ
How heavy is the Honda CRF 230 L?
Listed dry weight is 267 lb (121.1 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Honda CRF 230 L heavy compared with other Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative dry weight is around the 56th percentile among 24 compatible Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles.
How much does the Honda CRF 230 L fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.3 US gal (8.7 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 14.3 lb (6.5 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Honda curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Honda CRF 230 L with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 447 lb (202.7 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Honda CRF 230 L dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 281.3 lb (127.6 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
What is the estimated Honda CRF 230 L weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 281.3 lb (127.6 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
How many cc does the Honda CRF 230 L have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.84 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Will the Honda CRF 230 L feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.