Re: Honda CBR 250R

It's still work in progress the whole theme is black and gold I know its too mainstream but I like black and gold is just for add oomph factor...
Will update once it is completed...

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I like those golden rims. Is it powder coated or spray painted? If you don't mind, can you share the total cost to get it done?

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They are spray painted and the overall cost is approximately 17k that's for Paint job of body panels (in metallic black)+ Plastic part (in matte black)+ Exhaust cover (in matte black)+ Alloy wheels (as you have seen) + stickers (in metallic gold color from 3M vinyl) and Visor (in Smoke black).
Its expensive (compared to other guys in Chennai) but the finishing looks spot on...

My alloys were little rusty so wanted to change with new ones but then went with paint job.

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Hi Guys
I am planning to get myself a motorcycle for recreational riding in the weekends. And also for long distance touring, perhaps once a year or so. And I am looking at the CBR 250 as one of the options. What's your opinion? Can someone guide me to any recent review of the bike? Particularly a comparison vis-a-vis Duke 200. This particular thread is too long for any individual to read through it all. Some help in terms of your opinion on the bike and links to other pages within Xbhp will be of much help.

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Do not even compare the d200 to the cbr.. IMO the honda is way more refined while the D200 is more fun to ride around in the city and is a capable tourer, but strictly not two up. I do own the d200, and have done a few long rides (right from 300km one day trips to a 2400km 6 day tour and the longest i've ridden in one day is around 610km) with no issues related to comfort, ride quality.
I suggest you get to test ride both the machines a few times and make your decision.

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That is one sweet paint job on the rims! Could you kindly share the place that did it, or contact info? I have kinda the same idea for mine ��

Jon, please don't quote the entire picture set, while quoting a reply, edit them to make to concise.

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His name is Subash this is his shops facebook page.



His specialty is wraps.
The guy is little lazy and takes his own time but does excellent job.

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An update: My bike's radiator unit conked off on Monday. Coolant was pouring out from the fins in a rather generous amount. Now, I never ride rashly, haven't done any highway stint in the last month, and maintain the vehicle like it's me! Towed the bike to JSP Honda, and even the mechanic Is not able to find a reason. I picked up a new radiator and will be getting the bike back today, but I'm curious to know what would've caused this. Maybe a stone from the front wheel??? Is a radiator grill a rather important part to look at now? 😓

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Thanks man!

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how old is bike ? how many km done ? what kind of riding conditions ? ideally it should not crack or leak as such unless something hit it real bad. small stones and debris can bend the fins but not at a level where the pipes inside will leak.

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on a side note your GPS setup looks intresting. mind sharing some pointers...

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Just an observation that has come to my notice...
Few folks get their CPRs serviced at their own convenience at their own garage (not even ASC) & all of a sudden when they hit issues, they run to ASC to fix them. Which is OK, but then, they don't disclose the service history which is not recorded properly but they expect the mechanic at the ASC to find out how the issue occurred.

Now there's an important point to be mentioned here especially when it comes to getting it serviced at non competitive independent garages vs ASC. The independent garages are very less likely to have some of the special tools that are required to fit back (as anyone knows removing the parts are easy) & they use short cuts which causes a slight bent in the clamps & even the bolts, which often leads to over or under tightening. These minor issues often lead to major catastrophe at a later stage especially when all of us don't know what amount of tightening or gaps are required between each of the parts.

Worse than ASC, the independent incompetent garages don't take blame for such shoddy work & since its impossible to keep checking each & every nut/bolt after servicing also makes it difficult to point fingers at them & even if we do so, they give a sheepy smile saying, "swalpa adjust maadi"!!

So my point is that, try to stick with a single ASC who is competitive enough & make them understand the importance of having a properly maintained motorcycle (and prove it to them each time by keeping it one step ahead cleaner, better & respecting) for you. Thus they understand your seriousness & its also possible to get the history of maintenance which will also help you determine what part has been changed when & helps to trace down any minor mistakes. Being a long time loyal customer also earns your a good reputation with ASC & they'll also be willing to help you at distress & may even go out of the way to help you.

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Does anyone know how much a turn indicator cost?

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Completely agree with you [MENTION=26407]aargee[/MENTION] It was my fault for getting the bike fixed up at a local mechanic's place a couple of months back, as i was pressured for time. The blades of the cooling fan were in constant contact to one part of the radiator, and gradually deburred the pipes in between. The source was found to be improper space alignment between the fan and the radiator. This experience has left me poorer in my pockets, but richer in knowledge. I once again express my thankfulness to this forum, which is supportive in all ways and helps me to learn something new everyday .

On another note, rest assured that my CBR will be going for periodic services to the ASC from this point onwards.

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Completely agree with you [MENTION=26407]aargee[/MENTION] It was my fault for getting the bike fixed up at a local mechanic's place a couple of months back, as i was pressured for time. The blades of the cooling fan were in constant contact to one part of the radiator, and gradually deburred the pipes in between. The source was found to be improper space alignment between the fan and the radiator. This experience has left me poorer in my pockets, but richer in knowledge. I once again express my thankfulness to this forum, which is supportive in all ways and helps me to learn something new everyday .

On another note, rest assured that my CBR will be going for periodic services to the ASC from this point onwards.

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The bike was from the first lot, 2011. I actually picked it up as a secondhand vehicle 8 months back. Long story short, i loved the Duke 390, but the foot pegs were placed way back for comfort, and actually caused severe pain in my knees over long rides(i'm 6.1 feet, and my friend owns a 390), then found a CBR 250 up for sale. The previous owner did only 7.5 clicks on the vehicle, i had it examined by my mechanic, he gave a thumbs up. Picked up the vehicle and gave it to my mechanic for a general oil change, lube, etc. (I used to have two bullets and an Ideal Jawa, and this guy has been working with all three vehicles for over 8 years, hence i just gave the CBR to him too ). All through this, the radiator was not touched at all, as i always stay back at the shop to make sure everything is done properly, and that i could learn more about the vehicle too.

The previous owner did not seem to understand the vehicle, and kept comparing it to an R15, and was disappointed with the power delivery. he did not understand that the bike produces the best power at over 6K! Hence the vehicle was just parked in his garage, and he did point me out to a local mechanic who had been working on the bike, so i'm guessing that's where it all started...

The GPS assembly is my cousin's vehicle, at Canada. I'll ask him if he can send pointers and details on the assembly.

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The bike was from the first lot, 2011. I actually picked it up as a secondhand vehicle 8 months back. Long story short, i loved the Duke 390, but the foot pegs were placed way back for comfort, and actually caused severe pain in my knees over long rides(i'm 6.1 feet, and my friend owns a 390), then found a CBR 250 up for sale. The previous owner did only 7.5 clicks on the vehicle, i had it examined by my mechanic, he gave a thumbs up. Picked up the vehicle and gave it to my mechanic for a general oil change, lube, etc. (I used to have two bullets and an Ideal Jawa, and this guy has been working with all three vehicles for over 8 years, hence i just gave the CBR to him too ). All through this, the radiator was not touched at all, as i always stay back at the shop to make sure everything is done properly, and that i could learn more about the vehicle too.

The previous owner did not seem to understand the vehicle, and kept comparing it to an R15, and was disappointed with the power delivery. he did not understand that the bike produces the best power at over 6K! Hence the vehicle was just parked in his garage, and he did point me out to a local mechanic who had been working on the bike, so i'm guessing that's where it all started...

The GPS assembly is my cousin's vehicle, at Canada. I'll ask him if he can send pointers and details on the assembly.

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It costs around 370 rupees. I don't remember the exact amount though, changed mine a couple of months back.

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It costs around 370 rupees. I don't remember the exact amount though, changed mine a couple of months back.

'Thud' sound from handlebar

Hello guys,

I have a Honda CBR250R which has just run around 8650 Kms. There is a problem with the bike's handle, it makes a 'thud' kind of sound whenever riding over even a very small pothole or even a little uneven surface on the road. I can hear this sound even when the bike's speed is lesser than 15 KM/h. Please suggest what could be wrong or where do I start to sort this out. I have already visited Honda ASC and the guy there suggested to get new handle bearings installed but I am not quite sure as I don't trust ASC guys so wanted a second opinion.

Thanks

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[MENTION=26407]aargee[/MENTION] can we meet up sometime? This is my first liquid cooled bike, and I'd really like to learn more about it, and seeing that you really know your stuff, who else better to ask for! 😊

P.S: Not able to PM you.