ashishrajarora

Hi!
I am planning on buying a bike - the planning has been going on for the last 2 years - first i had decided on buying the R15, then I decided to save up for the NINJA and now the HOnda 250 is finally here - Probably a few more months and I will have saved up enough for the Honda 250 - So guys here's the main question :
I have ridden gearless scooters all my life - the likes of Honda Activa and the Kinetic Blaze 165 - Now I am moving to the real thing - a motorbike - and I don't want to settle for any cheap 150cc or even an overworked 220 - I want something that has style , comfort , mileage and reliability all rolled into one - I am not one to race or drive too fast , but I do like to know that the steed i ride is at the very least a 250 and it's even better to know that it's a reliable HONDA - My major use is commuting and occassional touring- HOWEVER - this will be my first ever clutch bike - I want to know - is it safe to start with a 250 straight off the bat ? Am i putting myself in a place that I would regret to be in later ? Please advise guys - I have received real good info from Xbhpians before and I know I can rely on you for real insight. Thanks again.

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Curious

I learnt riding geared 2 wheelers on brand new Bullet 350 Std, it has drum brakes, very heavy, and torque is insane, I allmost cried lol, riding Bullet 1st time is lifetime experience, It is REAL motorcycle IMO.

You wont regret, go ahead and book CBR250R, its much safer bike. You already know basics of riding now, atleast you wont face any phobia due to your experience with Activa etc. You have already passed one hurdle. At max, you will use excessive clutch and wont change gears appropriately, and bike will return less mileage, practice and more practice and you will master this also.

vipin_s

It is absolutely ok to start off with 250cc, but before putting hands on your brand new CBR (there's risk of raising accelerator by accident and it is not good until run-in is completed ). I would suggest you to borrow ride some geared bikes, it takes about an hour to learn co-ordination of gear change, clutch & brake operation. Alternatively, you can go to HMSI dealer and 'test drive' a Shine or Unicorn and go for a long ride (along with a mechanic of HMSI, tip him and learn till you are confident). If your HMSI dealer has computer simulator simulator try it as well, it helps !! Then lay your hands on brand new CBR, read owners manual in full & enjoy the ride !!

Samarth 619

Remember- Clutch is the key to stopping engine power from reaching the wheel.
So while riding slow at low rpm's, instead of just braking, you can brake with the clutch pressed. And to regain speed, downshift once or twice and it shall be fine.

If when you leave the clutch, the engine splutters, jerks and tries to switch off, you can press the clutch again, and downshift. If it raises rpm suddenly, press clutch and upshift.

Of course, I don't recommend anyone using a 6 geared 250cc bike as their first bike, but go ahead, as your experience with Activa, etc. will help quite a bit.
Still, I would recommend that you spend about 1 hour with a geared bike, and try to improve.

Youngking

I would suggest you to buy a used motorcycle(good condition) temporarily and practice on the same until you subconsciously do gear shifting. And also since you have used scooter which is very nimble compared to any motorcycle you need to get used to motorcycle dynamics. So when you go for the new 250CBR you can complete the run in time which is very crucial for a bike without troubling it. And also it will be less expensive when you come across falls from the old bike than on an new one in worst case.
You can straight away go and book one CBR tomorrow as hopefully it will take atlease 2 months from now as there is a huge list of booking. 2 months is more than enough to be very familiar with motorcycling. I am expecting mine this week

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thefastestindian

YES! CBR 250 is the perfect bike looking at your concerns. It is stylish (personal choice), rides well, comfortable for touring and city riding, economical as per rider's reviews. bike weighs less though its heavy as most of the components are designed and placed in such a way that the weight of the components are focused towards the centre of gravity of the bike. As you have rode the blaxe 165 which infact is a heavy scooter, CBR 250 will fit all your needs pretty well.

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abhichotu.abhi

As far as you keep your wrists in control, you are safe at riding any bike. Know your limits and ride accordingly! No show!!

Satyamzma

you can easily go for CBR 250...its a great bike..and easy to ride..it's fast enough but its not Busa...

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@Threadstarter:You can go with the CBR250R as already suggested by a few members.I had rode this bike for a few hours a few days ago and I tell you the power delivery is very linear.You wont get any jerks and all when you wring the throttle.And you will get used to the handling & gear shifting pattern in a few days.Bike is very confidence inspiring.

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