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**Deathwing** · 08-01-2016, 12:53 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by leech View Post

Aww no CBR 300. Was planning to sell my bike to my uncle and get the 300 if it's locally MFD. Why Honda, why?😞

The 300 was supposed to have come last year itself, but Honda are not bothered by the 250+cc segment, even have my doubts about the 250rr or the 500r which was only showcased at eicma 2016, my question is why are these bikes showcased when they aren't even going to hit the market. Coming to the 300r , I don't think its worth it to get a 300 from the 250, u can just power up ur 250 to that level and make the cosmetic changes too, I think the chassis is the same.

**zeeshan300975** · 08-01-2016, 12:53 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

I use rubbing polish for minor scratches, its good. But if the scratch is deep & the paint's gone, then it won't be of use.

**Deathwing** · 08-01-2016, 12:58 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by zeeshan300975 View Post

I use rubbing polish for minor scratches, its good. But if the scratch is deep & the paint's gone, then it won't be of use.

Its a bit deep only, I'm planning to get a matte black wrap instead of painting, what's your opinion on wrapping over painting?

**zeeshan300975** · 08-01-2016, 01:17 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by Deathwing View Post

Its a bit deep only, I'm planning to get a matte black wrap instead of painting, what's your opinion on wrapping over painting?

Matte black wrap ... Would look good ... But if u wrap it up entirely, then either u'll lose the logos or you'll have to cut out the wrap for the logos to show. Wrapping will be good if it's done on the entire bike ... Patches won't look good. U can even try getting some racing stickers to cover up the scratches. But if u want to retain the original color, better to go for paint job of that part at the SVC & then get a proper 3M Teflon coating to preserve the shine.

**hypheni** · 08-01-2016, 01:48 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

I'm going to change the engine oil by this weekend by my self for the first time. Was checking yesterday and found that the bottom bolt for oil draining is a bit oily and probably very little oil is dropping.

Shall I need to change the bolt washer while changing the engine oil? Also is it possible to remove those bolt without 12mm wrench socket? I was checking the honda toolkit which comes with the bike, though one can use it but it would be tough to remove the underneath bolt using those. Any suggestions ?

**nsengg** · 08-01-2016, 02:41 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

[QUOTE=hypheni;1245536]I'm going to change the engine oil by this weekend by my self for the first time. .....QUOTE]

May need to change the washer if damaged. The drain bolt on my 2011 model opens with a Trox 50 wrench.

**Deathwing** · 08-01-2016, 05:42 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by zeeshan300975 View Post

Matte black wrap ... Would look good ... But if u wrap it up entirely, then either u'll lose the logos or you'll have to cut out the wrap for the logos to show. Wrapping will be good if it's done on the entire bike ... Patches won't look good. U can even try getting some racing stickers to cover up the scratches. But if u want to retain the original color, better to go for paint job of that part at the SVC & then get a proper 3M Teflon coating to preserve the shine.

I plan to do the entire bike in black wrap , if not paint it only the SVC should do that, I'm seeing which is going to work out more economical,

**arvstreetracer** · 08-01-2016, 06:32 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

I'm going to change the engine oil by this weekend by my self for the first time. Was checking yesterday and found that the bottom bolt for oil draining is a bit oily and probably very little oil is dropping.

Shall I need to change the bolt washer while changing the engine oil? Also is it possible to remove those bolt without 12mm wrench socket? I was checking the honda toolkit which comes with the bike, though one can use it but it would be tough to remove the underneath bolt using those. Any suggestions ?

Your drain bolt might be oily because of chain lube. It's not always a leakage. I would recommend to use a 12 mm ring spanner at least if you don't have access to sockets. Open end spanner can be used in emergency. The sealing washer lasts easily for 2 service intervals, but better replace it as it hardly costs you Rs 2. When tightening the drain bolt back, remember of specific torque (24 Nm) - neither too tight nor loose!

**theironhorse99** · 08-01-2016, 10:10 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

Went to service centre yesterday for a general checkup for upcoming trip. CBR mechanic told me to replace Brake pads and after a bit of thought I went for it. Though he told me that the current ones can be extended if I ride in city. But for safety in trip it is better to change them off. He showed me some completely worn out pads as well. Bike has 13500kms on ODO and this was the very first time I changed some parts of it. Can these be used later on when the new one will be worn out? And whats the general interval you guys change the pads?

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thats a lot of life left. atleast 5k+ city usage.
keep those as backup now that you have already replaced those.

Originally posted by Deathwing View Post

Guys I been riding with a slightly bent fork and handle bars for a few weeks, is it bad for the bike? I can only change by the weekend types , not having time of funds at the moment, also does anyone have a solution for scratches temporarily?

no harm in riding however its a safety concern. bike will nose dive one particular side under hard braking. also might bust your fork seal.
use rubbing compound. that scratch can be reduced. looks like upper clear coat is rubbed. else a wrap is always to your rescue.

**hypheni** · 08-02-2016, 10:46 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by arvstreetracer View Post

Your drain bolt might be oily because of chain lube. It's not always a leakage. I would recommend to use a 12 mm ring spanner at least if you don't have access to sockets. Open end spanner can be used in emergency. The sealing washer lasts easily for 2 service intervals, but better replace it as it hardly costs you Rs 2. When tightening the drain bolt back, remember of specific torque (24 Nm) - neither too tight nor loose!

Yes that might be the case as recent I lubed the chain from SVC during a general checkup and wash. For opening drain bolt I will buy a Socket Wrench, that way its easy as I have seen on some youtube DIY.

BTW whats the size of oil filter opening bolts? Are they 8mm or 7mm sockets?

**arvstreetracer** · 08-02-2016, 10:55 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

Yes that might be the case as recent I lubed the chain from SVC during a general checkup and wash. For opening drain bolt I will buy a Socket Wrench, that way its easy as I have seen on some youtube DIY.

BTW whats the size of oil filter opening bolts? Are they 8mm or 7mm sockets?

Eight mm. Get an 8 mm socket or T-handle for oil filter cap bolts.

**Jon Niranjan Paul** · 08-03-2016, 01:54 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Out in the market for a tyre change. I currently have the Michelin Pilot Street Radials shod, and they've served well for 32K kms! I saw a few posts about the NV series from MRF. The front seems to be a direct fit (Revz FC) but the rear comes at 150/60/R17, duke specs. Would fitting a larger tyre with lesser sidewall affect the ride? Is it even safe to do so? And would it fit in the first place?

Reason for the query is because i've seen a lot of good reviews in the Duke forum, and the price difference is quite large to consider as well.

**raja_ghuru** · 08-03-2016, 09:23 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by Jon Niranjan Paul View Post

Out in the market for a tyre change. I currently have the Michelin Pilot Street Radials shod, and they've served well for 32K kms! I saw a few posts about the NV series from MRF. The front seems to be a direct fit (Revz FC) but the rear comes at 150/60/R17, duke specs. Would fitting a larger tyre with lesser sidewall affect the ride? Is it even safe to do so? And would it fit in the first place?

Reason for the query is because i've seen a lot of good reviews in the Duke forum, and the price difference is quite large to consider as well.

Seems, the Michelins have given you extremely good mileage. Even if the procurement is on a higher side (cost-wise), the cost per km would have worked out really well for you.

Unless you are really unhappy with the performance of the Michelins, won't it be a downgrade in going for the MRFs?

**leech** · 08-03-2016, 01:16 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Can we change the clutch switch by ourselves ? Any special tools needed?

**Dandamudi Mohan Krishna** · 08-03-2016, 01:24 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by Jon Niranjan Paul View Post

Out in the market for a tyre change. I currently have the Michelin Pilot Street Radials shod, and they've served well for 32K kms! I saw a few posts about the NV series from MRF. The front seems to be a direct fit (Revz FC) but the rear comes at 150/60/R17, duke specs. Would fitting a larger tyre with lesser sidewall affect the ride? Is it even safe to do so? And would it fit in the first place?

Reason for the query is because i've seen a lot of good reviews in the Duke forum, and the price difference is quite large to consider as well.

I think you are downgrading the tire choice it may be financial issue if its not then stick to Michelin.
Also if you put bigger tyres in the back the problems will be simple if you have ABS then sensor might act finicky other than that the rear tyre hugger is going too be very close to the tyre what does that means that there's going to be very little gap left and small mud chucks will give you hard time also if for some reason a nail gets stuck in tyre then gain may give you hard time.

Regards,
Mohan

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