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**krishna87** · 01-31-2018, 12:29 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by Manan View Post

HELP! to keep it short my bike is wrecked, I need immediate assistance, does anyone know a mechanic in Mumbai? when I mean good, that the person must be familiar that the cbr 250 has an oil strainer.

His name is chottu bhai. He is very much femilar with cbr 250r. Located at Deonar, number = 9833852248

**Manan** · 01-31-2018, 12:34 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by krishna87 View Post

His name is chottu bhai. He is very much femilar with cbr 250r. Located at Deonar, number = 9833852248

Do you know where the oil strainer is located?

**hypheni** · 01-31-2018, 01:31 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Hey problem here, this morning while heading for office my CBR did not started and cranking failed with a typical sound. The most scary part was the blinking of ABS light and speedometer with some number while cranking the motorcycle. I cannot explain the sound with words so did a very quick and short video. Though I am suspecting battery/spark plug to be the culprit but nothing sure. Bike has completed 25.5K in 4.5 years.

**s1d** · 01-31-2018, 01:37 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

Hey problem here, this morning while heading for office my CBR did not started and cranking failed with a typical sound. The most scary part was the blinking of ABS light and speedometer with some number while cranking the motorcycle. I cannot explain the sound with words so did a very quick and short video. Though I am suspecting battery/spark plug to be the culprit but nothing sure. Bike has completed 25.5K in 4.5 years.

i don't think its a battery or plug issue.
it probably is related to the starter clutch. take it to the svc and get it checked further.

**arvstreetracer** · 01-31-2018, 01:38 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

Hey problem here, this morning while heading for office my CBR did not started and cranking failed with a typical sound. The most scary part was the blinking of ABS light and speedometer with some number while cranking the motorcycle. I cannot explain the sound with words so did a very quick and short video. Though I am suspecting battery/spark plug to be the culprit but nothing sure. Bike has completed 25.5K in 4.5 years.

Looks like battery concked off! If battery is okay, check its terminals. They might be loose.

**arvstreetracer** · 01-31-2018, 01:56 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Due to low voltage.

**hypheni** · 01-31-2018, 01:56 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by s1d View Post

i don't think its a battery or plug issue.
it probably is related to the starter clutch. take it to the svc and get it checked further.

Originally posted by arvstreetracer View Post

Looks like battery concked off! If battery is okay, check its terminals. They might be loose.

Hey thanks to both of you for quick response. I was due for a battery change and was about to change it on this Friday but it happened just today. Any idea why ABS is flashing and speedo showing some numbers?

And one more quick thing. CBR seems to have 6AH battery, if the same 6AH is not available locally can I change with some others, if yes what would be the compatible one?

**B7ACKTHORN** · 01-31-2018, 07:43 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

Hey thanks to both of you for quick response. I was due for a battery change and was about to change it on this Friday but it happened just today. Any idea why ABS is flashing and speedo showing some numbers?

And one more quick thing. CBR seems to have 6AH battery, if the same 6AH is not available locally can I change with some others, if yes what would be the compatible one?

APBTX 9R the same battery with 8Ah rating that was used by leech,

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Here's his post. Amaron makes BTZ7L which is a direct fit for the CBR 250

Originally posted by s1d View Post

i don't think its a battery or plug issue.
it probably is related to the starter clutch. take it to the svc and get it checked further.

It isn't the starter clutch. The battery does prime the fuel pump, but the voltage isn't high enough to crank the starter.

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

Hey problem here, this morning while heading for office my CBR did not started and cranking failed with a typical sound. The most scary part was the blinking of ABS light and speedometer with some number while cranking the motorcycle. I cannot explain the sound with words so did a very quick and short video. Though I am suspecting battery/spark plug to be the culprit but nothing sure. Bike has completed 25.5K in 4.5 years.

Low battery would show all sort of discos on a modern bike dash, the needles behave strangely, random numbers pop up, though mostly it's related to low battery voltage. But just as a side note, random errors and electronics behaving strangely can even happen if wires are frayed due to pest infestation, but that topic is for another day

Start off with battery voltage and use another battery and observe if she cranks fine. You can also use a multimeter to check your stock battery voltage in case you want to get to the root of the problem. Less than 12.3 and less means the battery is weak and cannot provide the juice.

Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

**hypheni** · 02-01-2018, 12:02 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

APBTX 9R the same battery with 8Ah rating that was used by leech,

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Here's his post. Amaron makes BTZ7L which is a direct fit for the CBR 250

It isn't the starter clutch. The battery does prime the fuel pump, but the voltage isn't high enough to crank the starter.

Low battery would show all sort of discos on a modern bike dash, the needles behave strangely, random numbers pop up, though mostly it's related to low battery voltage. But just as a side note, random errors and electronics behaving strangely can even happen if wires are frayed due to pest infestation, but that topic is for another day

Start off with battery voltage and use another battery and observe if she cranks fine. You can also use a multimeter to check your stock battery voltage in case you want to get to the root of the problem. Less than 12.3 and less means the battery is weak and cannot provide the juice.

Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

This was the thing. A dead battery. Yesterday bought a new Amaron 6AH battery while returning home and fitted this morning. It's fixed now. So what I understood is that even when the headlights with high beam and indicators can lit on low voltage battery, cranking need more juice. And of-course now I am accustomed with the discos of ECU operating on low voltage.

This stock battery served me 4.5years starting from Aug 2014 and I was about to change it this friday but what a time of failure, just at the edge. The big savior was it happened just at my house while starting for the day.

Cheers!!

**leech** · 02-01-2018, 01:01 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

[MENTION=57101]hypheni[/MENTION] - I remember asking you to change the battery a month back. The problem with using a old, dying battery is that it puts extra load on the stator coil, which has to work harder to charge the battery, and support the electricals too. Unlike mechanical bits, you won't notice the wear and tear on electrical parts until one day they fail.

Afaik, the early 2011 CBR came with 6AH battery, I got my 2012 with a 7AH, and then upgraded to a 9AH in 2014.

**shortrider26** · 02-06-2018, 10:48 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Hey guys, can anyone recommend a tyre set for city use? I am considering the Pirellis but Im worried they might be way too susceptible to punctures. What are other alternatives?

Also I searched the thread for engine oil recommendations and there seem to be very conflicting views. Which engine oil should I be going for?

P.S. - almost entirely city use

**Manan** · 02-06-2018, 11:15 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by shortrider26 View Post

Hey guys, can anyone recommend a tyre set for city use? I am considering the Pirellis but Im worried they might be way too susceptible to punctures. What are other alternatives?

Also I searched the thread for engine oil recommendations and there seem to be very conflicting views. Which engine oil should I be going for?

P.S. - almost entirely city use

For city use, MRF and TVS's are good [zapper/zoom] for the oil stick to the honda, or if not available of the same grade. get the shell ultra

**Pavithranmt** · 02-06-2018, 12:02 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Shell is better. But little pricey though

**hypheni** · 02-06-2018, 01:18 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by shortrider26 View Post

Hey guys, can anyone recommend a tyre set for city use? I am considering the Pirellis but Im worried they might be way too susceptible to punctures. What are other alternatives?

Also I searched the thread for engine oil recommendations and there seem to be very conflicting views. Which engine oil should I be going for?

P.S. - almost entirely city use

I am also due for a tyre change. Planning for Michelin but that would cost way more than MRF for budget use. I like Michelin pattern and radial-ness. Not yet decided which one I will go for, probably will be deciding at tyre store.

And for Engine oil, IMO Motul would be best in class, then Shell. But Honda oil is what manufacturer recommended and no harm to use the same in normal riding condition. I would suggest you to experiment on your own and try to find out which engine oil suites your riding style. If you are currently on Honda oil, change it to Shell/Motul whatever fits into your budget and switch to the other one later point of time.

**Pavithranmt** · 02-06-2018, 01:23 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

What about mrf massester?

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