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**winturf99** · 07-18-2020, 11:27 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Thanks alot VJ. I've ignored the brake fluid replacement and the cap has never been opened. So, the issue may not be with the incorrect torque as it is at factory torque rating. I think the issue could be with the diaphragm rubber kinks and water absorption. Yes, I'm planning to get the P220 steel braided brake line for front and break pads changed along with brake oil bleeding and Dot 4 oil fill up. I was worried if the entire reservoir replacement would be needed but now that's sorted. [emoji846]

I've one more question. Are there any break levers that go along with the CBR from Yamaha or Royal Enfield. I somehow don't feel comfortable with the lever reach and angle. I'm not interested to go for aftermarket accessories and looking at options from Yamaha or Royal Enfield as the lever feel is good in hand from my past experience.

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

From what I can see, your fluid has absorbed water and needs an immediate change. Secondly, leaks happen due to two reasons, incorrect reservoir cap screw torque and a failed diaphram rubber. When you open the reservoir cover, on the inside, you will have a plastic cap on top of a rubber diaphram. If this diaphram is kinked or failed, you will have fluid leak when the brakes heat up and ooze slowly out causing paint fade and chipping, as in your case. Open the reservoir, clean it thoroughly, empty the fluid, bleed the brake system fully, and use new DOT 4 brake fluid. Your brake should be good as new. If you haven't replaced your brake pads in a long time, now is the time.

Cheers!
VJ

**B7ACKTHORN** · 07-19-2020, 06:26 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by winturf99 View Post

I've one more question. Are there any break levers that go along with the CBR from Yamaha or Royal Enfield. I somehow don't feel comfortable with the lever reach and angle. I'm not interested to go for aftermarket accessories and looking at options from Yamaha or Royal Enfield as the lever feel is good in hand from my past experience.

With this, I am little cluless as to what fits and what doesn't. Basically, the yoke bore can be same on some bikes and so are the levers, but the way they engage the master cylinder piston on the right plays a big role. I would suggest you get good quality adjustable levers, they are adjustable and makes life comparatively easier.

Cheers!
VJ

**winturf99** · 07-19-2020, 07:01 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

With this, I am little cluless as to what fits and what doesn't. Basically, the yoke bore can be same on some bikes and so are the levers, but the way they engage the master cylinder piston on the right plays a big role. I would suggest you get good quality adjustable levers, they are adjustable and makes life comparatively easier.

Cheers!
VJ

Okay. I'll look out for adjustable levers and open to suggestions from existing owners who have them on their bikes. Thank you. [emoji846]

**Deathwing** · 07-24-2020, 09:30 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Guys any idea about valve clearance intervals? My bikes done almost 64k km buy I have never opened the engine , except for clutch set. I was told every 30000-40000 km interval

**Deathwing** · 07-24-2020, 09:31 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Problem with adjustable levers is they brake incase of fall.the stock one just bend but are usable.

Originally posted by winturf99 View Post

Okay. I'll look out for adjustable levers and open to suggestions from existing owners who have them on their bikes. Thank you. [emoji846]

**pravinpawar76** · 07-24-2020, 10:45 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Guys i have CBR 150R

Guys i forgot to remove key from bike as it was switched on for 2 days. As i know today i think my battery is now totally gone even fi motor is not starting...

What should i do now?

Should i charge the battery????

Pls reply fast

**Bismaya** · 07-24-2020, 11:19 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by pravinpawar76 View Post

Guys i have CBR 150R

Guys i forgot to remove key from bike as it was switched on for 2 days. As i know today i think my battery is now totally gone even fi motor is not starting...

What should i do now?

Should i charge the battery????

Pls reply fast

Get it removed and charged. That is the only way. And then plug it back in to start the bike.

**Deathwing** · 07-25-2020, 03:27 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Can someone please shed some light on this? And has anyone here used idemitsu 10w40 FS engine oil?

Originally posted by Deathwing View Post

Guys any idea about valve clearance intervals? My bikes done almost 64k km buy I have never opened the engine , except for clutch set. I was told every 30000-40000 km interval

**pravinpawar76** · 07-25-2020, 03:47 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by Bismaya View Post

Get it removed and charged. That is the only way. And then plug it back in to start the bike.

*CBR 150
Hey i did it but mechanic said that it is getting hot when he try to charge it so u need to change battery.
So i fit it in bike is has very low charge. Bike isn't starting but fi motor start now. So is there any another method like need to fill it with acid or water?
Or can i push start it? So battery can charge itself. But I never start like that on this bike cause few months before whenever i tried to push start its wheel get locked.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 07-25-2020, 05:55 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by pravinpawar76 View Post

*CBR 150
Hey i did it but mechanic said that it is getting hot when he try to charge it so u need to change battery.
So i fit it in bike is has very low charge. Bike isn't starting but fi motor start now. So is there any another method like need to fill it with acid or water?
Or can i push start it? So battery can charge itself. But I never start like that on this bike cause few months before whenever i tried to push start its wheel get locked.

Originally posted by pravinpawar76 View Post

Guys i have CBR 150R

Guys i forgot to remove key from bike as it was switched on for 2 days. As i know today i think my battery is now totally gone even fi motor is not starting...

What should i do now?

Should i charge the battery????

Pls reply fast

Replace the battery. If the battery is heating up, chances are the battery has developed high internal resistance. If nothing works even after charging the battery, replace the battery for good. No amount of reviving it would bring it back to life.

Originally posted by Deathwing View Post

Can someone please shed some light on this?

No matter what the manual states, it's always a good practice to inspect valve clearances every 25k kms.

Cheers!
VJ

**s1d** · 07-26-2020, 01:24 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by Deathwing View Post

Guys any idea about valve clearance intervals? My bikes done almost 64k km buy I have never opened the engine , except for clutch set. I was told every 30000-40000 km interval

ideally u want to get the valve clearances checked (and adjusted if required) every other service or 15k km approx. most don't do that because it involves more labor and time consuming, especially on fared bikes and bikes with shims.
valves clearances that are out of spec, especially on the tighter side will sap some performance out and also cause cold starting issues. correct clearances will provide the optimum compression and performance.
if its neglected too long, you might end up with more repairs.. which could have been avoided if the clearances were checked and set right at regular intervals.

**rahulpillai** · 07-29-2020, 10:03 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Hi, first time posting here.

My 2013 Repsol CBR has been lying idle for a week or so straight thanks to the lockdown in Bangalore. I took out the batteries today to recharge them. Having used it for an hour or so after, the bike stalled twice. After stalling, the ignition would stutter for a bit before switching back on. Both times the bike stalled while moving. Any idea what may be wrong? The bike was serviced quite recently.

Thanks in advance.

**The Pegasus** · 07-30-2020, 12:06 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Hello Rahul,

Maybe the culprit is old fuel? Happened with me too day before yesterday. My bike was lying idle for a couple of weeks too. After half a KM from home the bike gave a 'whump-phew' and died. Had to do the 'flooded engine clearing maneuver' to get it started. Please post how you managed to restart the bike. Maybe we will all be able to comment further.

**rahulpillai** · 07-31-2020, 10:54 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by The Pegasus View Post

Hello Rahul,

Maybe the culprit is old fuel? Happened with me too day before yesterday. My bike was lying idle for a couple of weeks too. After half a KM from home the bike gave a 'whump-phew' and died. Had to do the 'flooded engine clearing maneuver' to get it started. Please post how you managed to restart the bike. Maybe we will all be able to comment further.

It seems to be a weakened battery. Took the bike out again yesterday, and it didn't stall, though the ignition did take a second longer than usual. Hopefully it's nothing more. Thanks for your response.

**The Pegasus** · 08-02-2020, 01:21 AM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

You are welcome. What's the age of the battery?

Query: My battery is almost 3.5 years old. Do you guys think it is time for a change? Startup still takes a single push of the starter. However the last time the bike was serviced (last December), the service mechanic advised changing it after doing an amperage test. Open circuit voltage (no-load) shows ~12.4v. Idle voltage is ~14v at 2500 RPM. Please advise.
Thanks in advance.

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