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It was Honda's first two-stroke (apart from some early attempts 25 years before) and the first purpose-built, production motocross machine from Honda. It changed motocross bikes forever with its light weight, 29 horsepower over a broad [[Revolutions per minute|RPM]] band, and superlative handling. As a complete package, it challenged the established European dominance. | It was Honda's first two-stroke (apart from some early attempts 25 years before) and the first purpose-built, production motocross machine from Honda. It changed motocross bikes forever with its light weight, 29 horsepower over a broad [[Revolutions per minute|RPM]] band, and superlative handling. As a complete package, it challenged the established European dominance. | ||
In 1973, a modified Elsinore ridden by Gary Jones won the first AMA 250 Nationals. In time, it became the most successful motocross bike in AMA history, winning 24 National and Supercross titles. | In 1973, a modified Elsinore ridden by Gary Jones won the first [[AMA]] 250 Nationals. In time, it became the most successful motocross bike in AMA history, winning 24 National and [[Supercross]] titles. | ||
The CR250M Elsinore was replaced in 1978 with the [[Honda CR250R]]. | The CR250M Elsinore was replaced in 1978 with the [[Honda CR250R]]. | ||