Honda CRF230L vs Pitster Pro TSE 250R (2021)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF230Lstacks up against the Pitster Pro TSE 250R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CRF230L | Pitster Pro TSE 250R |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2021 |
| Price | $4,999 | $5,099 |
| Engine | 223 cc | 224 cc |
| Torque | 66 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 112 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 37 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.3 L | 2.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper | Single disc. Hydraulic, twin piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic, twin piston |
| Tires | 2.75-21 / 120/80-18 | 80/100-21 / 100/90-18 |
Honda CRF230L vs Pitster Pro TSE 250R — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CRF230L and the Pitster Pro TSE 250R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF230L brings its published horsepower, while the Pitster Pro TSE 250R counters with its own power figure at 112 kg. On price, the Honda CRF230L has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: