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**B7ACKTHORN** · 03-28-2017, 08:17 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by vijayu_rxz View Post

I will be changing my tyres soon to MRF( stock conti still in good condition at 19k). I will be sticking to MRFs which came with the latest CBRs. But , I wanted to know how are the Masseters before going ahead. I couldnt find much on the net about them on CBRs.

Can you please let me know your thoughts on the Masseters? Is it too soft to be puncture prone like many have complained about the MRFs here in this forum?
How satisfied are you with it?

I think Masseter are a good deal breakers when you compare the already "sweet spot" Michelin PSRs. Though MRF proudly claims that this tire was conceived in the track. User experiences are pretty much on the positive side. The sidewall is definitely rounder, which means you can take on corners pretty much easily. I am pretty much sure this would be partly a dual compound tire, though MRF clearly mentions this as soft compound. The tread pattern ins interesting which can expel pretty much good amount of water during wet rides and should provide satisfactory grip levels, from what I can infer from it.

Though personally I don't think it should be any radically different from the Zapper S, mind you this isn't A RADIAL, this is a bias ply which is as same as the Zapper series, so ultimately if you require even more better performance and life, go for Michelin Pilot Street Radials.

Cheers!
VJ

**vijayu_rxz** · 03-28-2017, 09:02 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

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Though personally I don't think it should be any radically different from the Zapper S, mind you this isn't A RADIAL, this is a bias ply which is as same as the Zapper series, so ultimately if you require even more better performance and life, go for Michelin Pilot Street Radials. ..

Thank you for the inputs,
I mentioned MRFs from the factory because these are the same tyres which are on Hornet 160, I read a few ownership reviews which says that they are satisfied with the grip its offering.
Coming to the part which I have highlighted in bold above , I checked few sites which mentions Zapper S as Radial (below are the links) . I am really confused now.
My usage is basic commuting and touring( hence I want to go with VFM offerings of MRFs instead of MSPR) . I don't ride aggressively around corners , having said that I want good wet grip. So , thought of knowing how Masseters are before going with the Zappers.

Link1: https://www.snapdeal.com/product/mrf...7/683755617861

Link2: Compare Metro Conti Go and MRF Zapper S Tyres | Tyredekho.com

Thanks,
Vijay

**Ave2592** · 03-29-2017, 05:55 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Hi everyone. Sorry I couldn't read the previous message on which bulb to buy and in a rush I ordered the osram night breaker laser 12V 60/55W H4. I like the upper beam more to be honest, and the light does seem strong. Will post the pic soon. Thanks for the help and suggestions.
Ride safe, cheers.

**vdarshan** · 03-29-2017, 08:53 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

I enquired about CBR250R BS3 models in Bangalore. The following dealers are giving discount
Ananda Honda: ₹10k/-(they ve 4 pieces only)
Sapphire Honda & Silicon Honda : ₹5K

Booking should be done before Mar 30, the showroom folks said Mar 31 will be a holiday for banks due to financial year closing, in case you opt for loan.
Post Mar 31 you'll be charged 18% tax.
Hurry up guys.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 03-29-2017, 03:39 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by vdarshan View Post

I enquired about CBR250R BS3 models in Bangalore. The following dealers are giving discount
Ananda Honda: ₹10k/-(they ve 4 pieces only)
Sapphire Honda & Silicon Honda : ₹5K

Booking should be done before Mar 30, the showroom folks said Mar 31 will be a holiday for banks due to financial year closing, in case you opt for loan.
Post Mar 31 you'll be charged 18% tax.
Hurry up guys.

10k, if this is for the ABS equipped motorcycle, it's a steal for sure, and makes the non-ABS even more affordable. Lots of dealers pushing the BS III vehicles to clear inventory by offering discounts. But, mind you, you have to SPECIFICALLY ask for it, if you don't they just smile and casually bill the normal value. 10k to 5k is not a bad deal after all. I've personally known folks here in my circle offering discounts of upto 5k via PayTM and stuff, off the ex showroom price.

Cheers!
VJ

**sanoronha** · 03-29-2017, 03:41 PM

How do I whet a second hand bike

I'm in the process of buying a CBR 250 ABS 2012 Honda with 10000 kms on the meter.
im apprehensive as this is my first time going into the second hand market.
repair being expensive I'm over cautious.
the deal looks good at 85000/-.
how do I know the bike has not been damaged in an accident? Or when dropped, skidded.......
how do I test an engine for worthiness, has it been run in well? Has it had regular oil changes? Has it adhered to the Honda maintenance schedule?

Apparently all service has been done at Thr Honda service centre Khandivili. How does 1 verify that?

im keen on a tourer and can't find a better alternative, especially at this price?

**s1d** · 03-29-2017, 04:05 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by vdarshan View Post

I enquired about CBR250R BS3 models in Bangalore. The following dealers are giving discount
Ananda Honda: ₹10k/-(they ve 4 pieces only)
Sapphire Honda & Silicon Honda : ₹5K

Booking should be done before Mar 30, the showroom folks said Mar 31 will be a holiday for banks due to financial year closing, in case you opt for loan.
Post Mar 31 you'll be charged 18% tax.
Hurry up guys.

Supreme Court Bans BS III Vehicles From April 1, Says 'Health Over Commercial Interest'

I guess now even registrations of bs3 might not be allowed from April 1st (even if they were sold prior). Let's see how this plays out in various states.
For e.g. in Telangana, you get a Temporary registration number on the day (or next day) you buy the bike (online process) & then you have 30 days to get the permanent registration.

**bala13** · 03-29-2017, 05:57 PM

Re: How do I whet a second hand bike

Originally posted by sanoronha View Post

I'm in the process of buying a CBR 250 ABS 2012 Honda with 10000 kms on the meter.
im apprehensive as this is my first time going into the second hand market.
repair being expensive I'm over cautious.
the deal looks good at 85000/-.
how do I know the bike has not been damaged in an accident? Or when dropped, skidded.......
how do I test an engine for worthiness, has it been run in well? Has it had regular oil changes? Has it adhered to the Honda maintenance schedule?

Apparently all service has been done at Thr Honda service centre Khandivili. How does 1 verify that?

im keen on a tourer and can't find a better alternative, especially at this price?

Honda keeps all service history online. You can get all service history of honda bike if you ask politely and give bike ragistration to service center people.

Once i cross checked my bikes service history and it's appeared up to date!!

**IamAditya** · 03-29-2017, 06:06 PM

Re: How do I whet a second hand bike

Originally posted by sanoronha View Post

I'm in the process of buying a CBR 250 ABS 2012 Honda with 10000 kms on the meter.
im apprehensive as this is my first time going into the second hand market.
repair being expensive I'm over cautious.
the deal looks good at 85000/-.
how do I know the bike has not been damaged in an accident? Or when dropped, skidded.......
how do I test an engine for worthiness, has it been run in well? Has it had regular oil changes? Has it adhered to the Honda maintenance schedule?

Apparently all service has been done at Thr Honda service centre Khandivili. How does 1 verify that?

im keen on a tourer and can't find a better alternative, especially at this price?

I would say NOT to buy 2012 model CBR250.

its 5years old, not about the engine but electricals and other stuffs.

Pre 2013 model costs a bomb on some spare parts, if you don't have luck and those expensive parts demands a replace, you may regret with your decision.

Best of luck mate.
Cheers.

**shan2306** · 03-29-2017, 07:30 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by shan2306 View Post

Dear VJ, after replacing the new tyre I feel little bit wobbling effect on my wrist when riding over 60 kmph.But the bike is steady when I tested without holding both hands.[emoji47] .I didn't face this issue in my previuos tyre.Is it a wheel balancing problem?

Update : It turned as a cone set loose problem. Strange. Surprised to hear the cone set got loose in 500 km. It took 2 hours for them to identify. They have given back in 1 hour saying that it is rectified. But after test riding I felt the same wobbling effect but less than before. Now again they took inside service centre and given back in an hour. This time when I took test ride I didn't feel the wobbling effect. [emoji106] Upon asking the reason they told that the cone set was loose and they have corrected it.

Along with that done 1st service.

Engine oil - 970.50
Drain washer - 1.97
Consumable - 30 (Don't know what consumable)
Element oil filter - 304.02
Gasket oil filter cover - 63.17
Chain lube - 150
Total cost including vat - 1542

**shan2306** · 03-29-2017, 07:31 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by vdarshan View Post

I enquired about CBR250R BS3 models in Bangalore. The following dealers are giving discount
Ananda Honda: ₹10k/-(they ve 4 pieces only)
Sapphire Honda & Silicon Honda : ₹5K

Booking should be done before Mar 30, the showroom folks said Mar 31 will be a holiday for banks due to financial year closing, in case you opt for loan.
Post Mar 31 you'll be charged 18% tax.
Hurry up guys.

Have seen same here in Kerala. 10K offer on all honda models including activa for BS3 models.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 03-29-2017, 07:47 PM

Re: How do I whet a second hand bike

Originally posted by sanoronha View Post

I'm in the process of buying a CBR 250 ABS 2012 Honda with 10000 kms on the meter.
im apprehensive as this is my first time going into the second hand market.
repair being expensive I'm over cautious.
the deal looks good at 85000/-.
how do I know the bike has not been damaged in an accident? Or when dropped, skidded.......
how do I test an engine for worthiness, has it been run in well? Has it had regular oil changes? Has it adhered to the Honda maintenance schedule?

Apparently all service has been done at Thr Honda service centre Khandivili. How does 1 verify that?

im keen on a tourer and can't find a better alternative, especially at this price?

Exactly what Aditya said. Though most of the prices for the parts remain the same, certain parts like ignition lockset for example and alloys are pretty expensive. Though this topic has put forward, would be glad to see inputs from folks with respect to differences from the earlier version to the new version like single to dual horn, changed ignition key lock setup, alloys to a different manufacturer, these are certain things that come to my mind.

But, definitely I'd suggest you get one equipped with ABS MY 2015 and later for a slightly more price as opposed to non-ABS one.

Cheers!
VJ

**pinkesh2703** · 03-29-2017, 10:41 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Got my CBR 250 Repsol today.
So happy to get it.
Thx a lot friends for help to clearing many doubts.
Also thx for creating such awesome thread.

**Deathwing** · 03-29-2017, 10:46 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by pinkesh2703 View Post

Got my CBR 250 Repsol today.
So happy to get it.

Congrats buddy, happy miles!

P.S. DO NOT QUOTE the entire picture set. Remove all pictures before quoting.

**mathewkakkassery** · 03-29-2017, 11:15 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

congrats @pinkesh2703

Honda is giving a 10K discount on CBR250 irrespective of the dealer. You will have to ask & claim the same. I had called their customer care and got to know the same.

Just saw the same in their website.

Thanks
Mathew K Jose

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