Can you do an oil change on a Honda CH250?
The Honda CH250 engine oil change is quite simple yet ignored by many owners. Honda did not include a paper-type oil filter in it’s design of the CH250. The oil is screened and not filtered. Thus, it is possible for 10-50 microns of dirt and debris to bypass the screen in the engine oil circulating system.
When did the Honda Helix CN250 come out?
This Cyclepedia manual covers 1986 – 1987, 1992 – 2001, 2004 – 2007 Honda Helix CN250 Scooters. The Honda HELIX CN250 serves as the basis for some Chinese made scooters. A cloned version of its engine can be found in many Chinese products including motorcycles, ATVs, and buggies. This manual features a Honda HELIX.
How do you change the oil on a Honda scooter?
Place the scooter on its center stand. Remove the cap/dipstick from the right side engine filler hole. Place an oil pan under the engine and remove the 17mm oil filter screen cap. Remove the oil filter spring and screen. Clean the oil filter screen with solvent. Inspect the O-ring on the filter cap for wear.
When did Honda stop making the Honda Helix?
Honda returned the CN250 (Helix) to all markets in 2004 as the customer base was still there. In the U.S., the Helix and the Reflex were discontinued with the 2007 model. Honda made very few changes to the Helix through its 20-year run.
When to change the oil on a 1988 Honda CH250?
For the 1988 CH250, Honda recommends to change the oil at 2000 miles. Remember–the CH250 has no paper oil filter. Never allow that much mileage between oil changes. Tip-Of-The-Day: You should never see your dash panel oil indicator show red. Change your oil when the odometer turns over an even 1000 miles and your riding days will be happy ones.
This Cyclepedia manual covers 1986 – 1987, 1992 – 2001, 2004 – 2007 Honda Helix CN250 Scooters. The Honda HELIX CN250 serves as the basis for some Chinese made scooters. A cloned version of its engine can be found in many Chinese products including motorcycles, ATVs, and buggies. This manual features a Honda HELIX.
How do you change oil on a CH250 scooter?
There is no evidence that motorcycle-specific oils out-perform their automotive counterparts in viscosity retention when used in a motorcycle. To change the oil on the CH250, run the scooter until the engine temperature is warm. Place the scooter on its center stand. Remove the cap/dipstick from the right side engine filler hole.
How often should I change my Honda engine oil?
With fresh engine oil, your percentage is 100%. It drops over time as you put miles on your Honda. So at 40%, your oil still has 40% of its lifetime remaining to do its job before it needs to be replaced. At 15%, your oil still has 15% lifetime remaining, and so on. At 5%, consider having your oil changed in the next 500 miles.