Honda CRF250L 2018 vs 2014 What I did different and Why !
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Exeter Mo 65647 - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
Buying one of these tomorrow. Your channel has been so helpful and I am so excited to get it!
Sweet!
great looks plus power. that’s why I love CRF. shoutout there bro.
Excellent channel! Live up in Sullivan Mo and going to get a CRF250L largely due to your input. Thanks and keep up the great videos!
Awesome! Thanks for watchin !
such great info!
I ride a DR650 because it feels just about as light to me, but I love the modern EFI and smooth modern feel of the CRF. The wife rides a CRF250L 2014 but man those 2018s look so much sharper with all that red.
I had a DR650, It was a great bike
I would never give you a hard time, Dale would though. Good to see you out riding your bike. Nicely done sir. Stay safe
Dale wouldn’t because he don’t watch my videos
I have a 2015 did a lot of basic trail mods. I went with 14x42, tubliss with D606's, wrap around hand guards, plastic skid plate, Giant loop saddle bags for extra fuel, and def kept stock exhaust I love the stealth factor. Got the 450L if I want make noise and go fast.
Sweet!
Great comparison Woodzman. Thanks for sharing and Happy Trails
Thanks for watching
Great video. I agree with about a lot things. I love quite exhausts and also swapped a metal skid plate with an ABS plastic one
The ABS sure is Quiet
CRF is looking good, Woodzman! Great video, be safe.
Thanks Gus
My dad just got an 18 and I really enjoyed riding it with the EFI, if I wanted more power just down shift. I think he's going to leave the exhaust and computer alone and just enjoy it.
Thats what I am doing, its fine the way it is
Just brought my 2019 250L home. Excited to get into riding again.
(Haven’t ridden a motor bike in 20 or so years)
Awesome, Good times has come your way!
All your videos are so informative 👍🏼👍🏼awesome !
Thanks so much
Thanks woodzman , really interesting to see the differences you did and didn’t do, I watched all the mod videos you did for the 2014, and probably would have done the same, but wasn’t really able to afford it at the time. But as you were saying, I just love my 2014 stock other than a few electrical and protective add ons. Looking forward now at some stage to trade up to the 2019. Cheers. Brad
Thanks Brad and thanks for watching
Getting mine next week. Trading in my Kawasaki 650 that’s just sitting in the garage. Thanks for all the advice.
Super Sweet! Congrats! And your welcome. Thanks for watchin
Nice looking bike there. I like the color combo. The red with the black looks good.
Yea I think so to, I really liked the 2018 but when Honda Thailand sent me the Black number plated and Red headlight shroud it really made it look good
Woodzman I enjoy all your mods and listening to your evaluations of the aftermarket doo dads. Funny thing about your comments about those pipes making the bike sound more powerful but the added noise being annoying. I learned the same thing when I stuck one on my brand new SL100 back in 1972. I was about 13. Tiring of all the brap brap I soon went back to the factory exhaust. It had Better build quality and the motor seemed to run better. I bought a new 250L four years ago. All I added was a USB port for electronics. Just getting ready to replace the tires. Honda builds great bikes.
Thanks for watching Steve, Yea I have learned a lot over the years and come to the conclusion that all that noise is just noise, I like the quiet and peaceful rides now days.
Thanks Woodzman that was great
Your welcome Gary, Thanks for watching
Just got a 2018 from Big St Charles Motorsports today.
First mods for me will be FMF, EJK, TST fender elimination, skid plate, fat bars, shocks/springs and braided brake lines.
Awesome, you gonna spend a few bucks on all that
Awesome!
The bike is looking great Frank...
Thanks Dan
I think there is no problem for the aluminum skid plates if you can locate the portion of the plate that were in contact to the chasis that produces harmonics, mine I place a thin rubber dumper where the sound is coming and the problem solve no noise I can hear. To locate the contact is to run the and rev the engine and when you remove the skid plate there is a scratch of the plate and that is where the harmonics came from.
Good to see ya back on the 250. I'll sub again lol
Thanks! Im glad to be back on the 250L
I was watching the video thinking..........damn that looks like here! So I look up Exeter and say well no wonder. Hello from SE Missouri lol.
Haha lol good to here from the other side of Mo.
Do you miss the AT yet,I just put the Shinko 804/805 on mine and it changed the whole bike. Your looks good and hope the house is coming along ok.
Thanks, Maybe miss it in long rides but for the most part, No
Nice bike, I’m loving my DR650
I had a DR650 also, great bike. Thanks
Nice lookin' bike Frank!!
Thanks !
With the good words you put for CRF'S only, would be a nice touch for them to give your followers an order promo coupon, just to say..
Hey Woodsman, I've been following you for a month or so. Love the videos, you are thorough with details. Once I got my 2017 crf250l I began watching you. I did go with the Flatland skid plate after seeing your video. My klr650 I suspect is feeling neglected. If you ever get near kcmo look me up brother. Keep them coming doing good. Ride safe.
Thanks so much! I dont know of what i might want to change really
What do you like better about it than the klr?
I really don’t know, I haven’t ridden the KLR, I just stay with Honda
@@jered2177 I really like the KLR650 for the longer haul, still capable on pavement, but heavier. The Crf250l for whipping around. Still plenty of pep to go where I need it to go.
Nice
Your channel seems to be the only one who encourages leaving the 250L mostly stock.
I went ahead and bought one, and just waiting on the paperwork to come back, and I'll have it shipped up.
I keep tearing myself between to performance mod or not to performance mod. I suppose the smartest thing will be to simply ride it unmodded for a while and see how it goes. (very likely I'll do the Seat Concepts mod, no matter what, and probably some sort of fender eliminator for the back, because they are always hideous)
The seat is a great mod. I’m telling you all those power mods don’t make a better rider
nice video do these models 2014 have an obd2 connector, i tried to find under the seat and near the battery but there is non, any idea, thanks
Bout time you show that bike off again. Nice to see it I know it's been cold. It's finally warming up here in Texas. I think your right about the stock exaust. I'm liking the quieter over loud. Like my truck I have an electric exaust cutout. Heck it's just a switch to be loud. Hardly ever open it. But anyway I keep telling you I'm going to make a video of my 17 250l so I will try to soon. Anyways your bike looks great! That seat and new plastics really give yours some nice lines. So what's your next mods that you want to do to it I wonder?
Thanks ! You need to make video but be sure to let me know. I really can’t think of another mod that i want
@@WOODZMAN Just wait. After you see my mods you might think of some. Lol
All the more reason to show them lol
@@WOODZMAN Ok I will let you know. I know of 2 mods that iv never herd you mention I bet you'll like.
thanks for the vid! What about the cluch? Did you change it like in the previous one ? Are you planing to do it? Thanks again
I haven’t changed it yet, the stock clutch is doing fine so far. When this one needs changed, I may just go back with stock, the clutch I put in the 2014 was good but it didn’t shift as good as the stock, It wasn’t as smooth.
I think in 2017 they made the front wheel spindle 2mm bigger dia. I'm waiting for some one to make some after market wheel spacer so I can get rid of the standard one which are simple awful .
Thats a shame, I usually get online and compare part numbers if I want to know if parts will interchange
tengo el modelo 2017 y todo bien menos el cambio algo impreciso y el modelo 2015 que tube no era tan impreciso ii algo que decir woodzman ?
Stock rear IRC tire isn't to bad and hooks up in a lot of different off road conditions, but the front tire is deadly in any kind of mud whatsoever I've found... I rode today in the rain and went off road for a bit. Yikes....I'm shopping for more aggressive dual sport front tire as I write this....
Yea i know what you mean
Like your videos! Can you tell any difference in the suspension? I was wondering if one year model was stiffer than the other? Thank you much!
I cant tell any difference, just to me the 2014 had stiffer seat foam
I was doing some research on developing a duel sport bike ,and came across your channel. Would you say a 350cc be a good engine size .cheers. something like a tw200 in 350cc.
I think a 350 would be the perfect size for a dual sport.
The CRF300L 300L should be better then the 250L but wel shall see
My 2019 had did sliver chain and did rims idk if it was stock got the bike pretty early tho only had 500 miles
Yea stock does come with a silver D.I.D chain and silver D.I.D rims
Good comparison video. Question: Did you install the module that corrects for speedometer error with the new gearing?
I know that they do make one, I just kinda got use to knowing that it’s a little off and it’s fine with me
@@WOODZMAN Gotcha!
Whats the differenrs in feeljng between the two seat? What did you and your wife like and dislike between them.
Im curious, because i weigh nothing. Dont have an ass and i like sitting close to the tank. so im always on my gooch, and got-damn no seats put good padding up front and sitting on bone hurts. Hope you have good advice, and that wasnt 'too much info'.
What part of Mo. do you ride ? I just pick one up and we are around lake of the ozarks !
SW Mo!
Hello Mr woodzman! I have a 2015 CRF 250l and I would like to wire up a 12V plug in and maybe some accessory lights. Any tips on where to get the power from? Thanks in advance
Howdy Dylan, I ran a 16-2 cord directly to the batter and I installed an inline fuse close to the battery
I really enjoy your channel and appreciate you doin it so first, thank you. I have a 2014 CRF250L and I am thinking about getting a newer one but can't really find anyone that has given a strong opinion as to upgrading. The newer one would have ABS and upgraded dash with tachometer. Your the only one I know that has had a 14 and now an 18. Would it have been worth the money to upgrade or would you have just saved the money??? Thanks for the advice.
Thanks so much, If it was me, I wouldn’t upgrade because it’s really not much different other than looks and the tach, also if you really want ABS.
I enjoyed my 2014 as much as the 2018.
I would really recommend waiting for the 2021 or 2022, it will be a lot different.
@@WOODZMAN Thanks so much for the reply. Your the best.!!!
Your welcome!
Love the video. Would you upgrade the rear shock like you did with the 2014? Considering a Hagon for mine as I’m 200lbs and the rear feels underdamped. Thanks!
I would, but I haven’t. It was a good shock, maybe not at good a a race tech but not near the cost ether
WOODZMAN ADVENTURES thanks, I appreciate it. Have a good one.
Great comparison. Quick question, will the plastic sump guard withstand sitting on a bike stand for general maintenance, or would it need taking off ? Thanks
Oh it’s no problem at all
Woodzman Adventures great news, thank you.
I have a 2015 CRF250L. Been thinking of getting a new one. Do you find yourself using the rev counter on the new bike at all? Seems like it might be helpful.
Hi Bradley, I looked at it a few times but now I never even notice it at all.
👋 it was me 🙂
Oh yea ! I couldn’t remember who it was. Well there you go!
Instrument display is different too
Yea and it has a tach
Have you thought about auxillary lights? Is there enough power to run aux lights ?
Oh yea there is enough power to run auxiliary LED light, I may get some
Is the frame, subframe, plastics, are they the same from 2014?! Im trying to spice my 14 up but can't get parts anywhere unless you have a 17 and up...
The plastic number plate on the 14 and 17 are different. The toolbox cover is the same
I bought a 19 last month . Super smooth but totally different feel to a crf250x
Oh yea i bet it is
I never rode a crf250x. What do you find the main differences are between bikes?
The bike is looking good. I like the black covers!
I’m still rolling with my 2015. Getting up there in miles now, but I love it. I’ve got the FMF Q4 slip on but I go back to the stock pipe during the spring and summer when I’m commuting in daylight and doing more trips in the woods.
The bike is ALOT lower and the seats super wide . You sit more upright and relaxed not in a motocross stance . The power is totally different the L is smooth with no hard kick the X hits hard and full twist it'll kick the ass out on you no problem . The suspension is night and day different the L is super soft sags down loads and holes get lost in the forks but for hard off road riding it's way too soft it bottoms out off small jumps and the forks compress throwing you over the bars if you hit a rock where the X suspension might let the bike deflect off the rock or kick up the front wheel . For me the L is a great bike so much better on road then the X and I can still ride it the same off road places I rode my X . The L is so much Heavyer doo . It's crazy how much harder it is to pi k up and pull out of holes . Look up my Insta for pics . Killeronthelus
Great bike, there isn’t much difference in any of them
Enjoying my 2018 CRF250L Rally - 600 miles in 3 weeks and maybe 40% off road / sand / mud / rocks / forest roads / mountain roads / yahoooooo :))
You have on now, sweet
@@WOODZMAN The Africa Twin was a fantastic motorcycle in numerous ways. But I could not take it into tight forest trails or rough areas.
Giving up 70 horsepower was the biggest change but the 42 tooth sprocket helps for acceleration and low speed crawling.
You sound like me lol
@@WOODZMAN We have similar motorcycle backgrounds and experiences.
Two videos I recorded. Heading to the forest roads but got turned back
Going up until the snow turned me back
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Going back down to the city
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Like all the mods except the tail tidy...
the 2015 model looks way better. the new one has too much red on them. mixture of more white looks more badass. also looks better if you want to add decals
Are you running synthetic oil? Coming up on my second oil change and thinking I should switch or should I wait until the next? I have the same bike in the Rally. Thanks sir - appreciate your videos!
Im not, I just the Honda oil, I have had good results with it
Thank you - I may do the same...
Are you going to add the crash bars you put on the 2014? If not ,why? I just broke the case on they right side when it came down on a root. Do you think think the crash bars might have saved it?
I put crash bars on the Africa Twin but never on a dual sport. I’m sure they would decrease your chances of braking your case if you had them
@@WOODZMAN Thanks for your reply.I thought it was you that put the t Rex crash bars on. Must have been somebody else. I enjoy your channel.
Yea I have never had them
Where did you get the factory rack?
It was sent to me by the Honda Factory in Thailand
Just curious, why did you get rid of the 2014? Doesn’t seem like there’s enough of a difference to warrant an upgrade.
Well I actually got rid of the 2014 and got an Africa Twin but I missed my 250L so much that I then sold the Africa Twin and bought the 2018 250L
I am planning on buying the seat concepts seat, I am only 5'10'' but I would like to get the tall version. How tall are you?
I am 6’1”
@@WOODZMAN you are tall... I love the style of your bike. Will be copying it. Thanks for the videos
Do you miss the raw power of the crf1000?
It was fun but fir the most part, no. I just enjoy the 250L, its so fun to ride
I made a video of my bike finally. It was tough. Not so much of a TH-camr like with the skills you have but it's a start. Check it out.
hi, what camera in on the bike?
I had the Drift Ghost and now I have a Thinkware M1. It’s expensive but extremely good
I've been watching your videos for about a year and half, really enjoy them and all the information. I've got a 2018 CRF250L. Seriously considering the Race Tech Pro Suspension Kit the CRFSONLY. I know you changed the shock on your '14. Are you planning to change the suspension on your '18?
I would love to do the suspension but we are trying to finish build our house right now so maybe some day.
So in your opinion the price of the suspension is justified? Definitely haven't heard anyone who has done it complain about it. I've seen your video where you were riding at Cass. Want to make a weekend camping/riding trip up there sometime. Ride those areas every year on the Harley during Bikes, Blues, and BBQ. Thanks again for all your information.
What size clamp for the zeta hand guards for the stock bars?
7/8 bars
Thanks
Sorry, didn’t catch what make of footpegs you have now?
Knight Designs
@@WOODZMAN Thanks.
I like my new 2018 CRF250L Rally - about 8 weeks and almost 700 miles / maybe 40% off road.
Do you want to see some of our mountain trails in Western Canada made with my new Drift 4K. ?
Yes sure
@@WOODZMAN
Some samples.
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Of course there are more but no need make you fall asleep :))
Where can I get that headlight cover and side pieces? Would the 2019 fit the 2018?
What color
@@WOODZMAN the red for the headlight and black for the rear side panels
Look here: www.partxport.com/shop-by-fitment/honda/adventure/crf250l-2012-2016/fairings-body-panels/crf250ld-r292r-red-white/honda-crf-crf250-crf250ld-fairings-panel-set-decals-red-white-2012-2017
Your skid plate is probly been out of polypropylene Which is one of the most strongish plastic she could get your hands on
Im not sure but its tough stuff
It might be made out of polycarbonate which is really really tough
Im sure it is, I just call it plastic
Quick question... 42 on the rear and the 14 on the front?
That is the combination that I like
@@WOODZMAN Thanks for the quick response!!! I tend to like to leave the front sprocket alone, as well. The chain guard on the swing arm can take a beating if that diameter is decreased...
@@WOODZMAN also, do you find 14/42 to give you enough low end gearing to tractor through the single track ruts and the like?
What made you go with the crf250l over the wr250r?
Its a Honda
Wr 250r more expensive but a bit more hp
The Honda if your mostly road with some dirt. The Yamaha if your mostly dirt with some road. I have the crf250l for road and trail and a Suzuki rm125 for fun in the dirt. A Honda elite 80 gets the most attention around the yard, town, and lake communities.
Did you need to buy a new bike? What was the reason?
I wanted to lol
Us boys and our newer toys. Too bad we can't just trade our old wives for newer ones when we want😁
Lol well I guess you can
Son still ride 230?
He sold it
Are there any differences between 18 and 19 year model?
Nope, just looks
@@WOODZMAN
Thanks, i was looking into it and they might not even look different. I think the red headlight housing and black rims are only for European market
I pretty sure the US model it like that also
@@WOODZMAN
Thanks, I hope you're right. Hopefully honda gives the bike a bigger update, it's been virtually the same other than graphics. Slightly more performance, lighter weight similar to wr250r.
Its on American Honda web sire: m.powersports.honda.com/model/street/dual-sport/crf250l/2019
What do you recommend for haul'in hogs?....haha
A Harley lol
The sound on your videos always have an annoying background noise.