Review: 2008 Honda CRF230L, the Trail-Ready Beginner Bike

No, that's not me shredding the Honda CRF230L-- seen here is my buddy Jeff, who also provided his off-road prowess when I tested the Aprilia RXV 5.5.

But don't let Jeff's aggressive riding style fool you; in contrast to the twitchy Aprilia, the Honda CRF230L is tame enough to earn a spot on our list of 10 Great First Motorcycles. To read about its on-road and off-road abilities, check out my 2008 Honda CRF230L Review.

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