The issue is something else. Usually ABS unit doesn't make strange sounds while operation, they are mostly extremely silent. ABS units either work well or fail for good. Being a robust unit, they last pretty much the life of the motorcycle. Whirring noise while driving usually can mean a variety of things, starting from failed or failing wheel bearings, to failed/failing bearings on the swingarm or suspension linkage or the shock absorber itself, considering all these are emanating from the rear of the bike. Only a thorough diagnoses can yield the exact issue. There are no bearings in an ABS unit for it to fail. Not bleeding brake fluid and letting it sit for a long time can make the electro-mechanical mechanism to get stuck but again that's extremely rare.

Start off by inspecting the vehicle by pressing the rear of the bike several times for any sounds or try inspecting for any unduly sounds with the engine turned off while coasting over a speed breaker or pothole ridden roads. If this sound arises with the engine turned off, the problem is elsewhere. Experiment the above with caution and on less traffic areas. Good luck. Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

Thanks a lot. The sound does come and go even when the engine is turned off. I'm not mechanically savvy, so I'll take it do a different mechanic and try to figure out what the problem is. I'll keep it posted here.

Hi everyone.
can someone tell me about a reliable mechanic for cbr in delhi. I need to get my general service done and want to get my abs system checked.

Hello everyone,

Can somebody tell me the Which year make is japanese model, and which year indian?

Thanks

Hello Everyone,

Can somebody help me in procuring a set of michelin pilot street radial for CBR 250R for front and rear.
I have been actively searching for the same but its not available anywhere in Mumbai. Dealers say that the tires are not being imported due to govt ban.

Thanks

There weren't any such Japanese models. Some of the engines were CBU from 2011 to 2014 from Thailand and some of the electronic components were sourced from Japan, at least as far as my memory serves. Post that, almost entirely the bike was manufactured in India barring a couple of items, but for the most part there was nothing Japanese apart from the name that it has to offer.

Cheers!
VJ

If you're not able to source Michelins, try getting the Apollo series they are a wee bit expensive but they offer excellent grip and almost on part with Michelins if not better IMHO. Good luck.

Cheers!
VJ

Thank You Sir,
Can you suggest the exact Tyre to look for in Apollo Tyres

Thanks

B7ACKTHORN Thankyou, I am actively looking for used CBR 250r ABS or non ABS in mumbai for a very reasonable price, maybe 50 - 55k. Was looking for 2012 to 2014 year.


Could you please also tell me can the Nissin Calliper be used on Non ABS bike? I really like the 3 Pot Nissin.

If you're looking for radial series, look for
Apollo Alpha HI Apollo both front and rear
110/70-17
140/70-17


You can also try MRF MASSETER BIAS PLY
110/70-17 MFX
140/70-17 MSX-MCT

Cheers!
VJ

The caliper can be fixed, with some modifications and you should replace the rotor, the other lines from the caliper that goes to the ABS circuitry should be blocked with appropriate bolts. Good luck on your search.

Cheers!
VJ

Have you noticed difference in Nissin vs Bybre model in terms of Brake Bite, Response? (excluding the ABS feel).

Also 2011-14 Models vs The later ones, any difference in terms of engine(Power, Refinement, RPM Limit)??

Nissin offers great tactile feedback when compared to non ABS. It doesn't mean BYBRE unit on the non-ABS is bad, it was similar to how the brakes performed on an Apache RTR 180 at that time, the bite was sharp and good, but the progressive feel wasn't great. The NISSIN will let you know what exactly your pads were doing, especially during progressive braking which I loved. These calipers were really great to look at and the CBS system on the ABS model was a fantastically calibrated one and still is one of the best CBS systems out there in India. Regarding power, nothing, no difference, no changes, no nothing, pretty much everything remained the same. The updated CBR that was launched 2017-ish time frame had twin piston calipers, rather than the three piston from the old ones, updated LED lights and some livery updates that too after 10 years, but now the bike altogether has been discontinued as you are aware of. So, you are free to pick your poison.

Cheers!
VJ

Hey CBR owners and fellow xBhpians,
I'm new to this forum, hoping to be more regular. I am looking to purchase a second hand Honda CBR 250R. I currently own a TVS Apache RTR 160 4v and am looking to an upgrade to begin long distance highway touring. I recently rented a CBR 250R from Royal brothers in Hyderabad and I must say, being a 40k kms driven bike, the smooth and easy going nature of the engine enchanted me. The TVS Apache RTR 160 4v's engine is incredibly smooth, no doubt, but I found the CBR to be smoother and really confidence inspiring for tackling highways and covering the distance.
I would really like any advice from owners on how it is to maintain a CBR 250R in the past 2021-2022, more specifically in terms of how the Honda service centers handle them, are the technicians familiar with it, how easily are spares available?
I stay in Hyderabad so I'm hoping that it might not be an issue in maintaining it.
Thanks in advance folks !

"A bike at hand, a beautiful road in sight, now that is state of contentment ! "

So am free to pick my poison. Here is the result, my Black Venom.

Thankyou Blackthorn for clearing my doubts.

Got myself 2015 ABS model. 1st owner 9000km on ODO Genuine Kms.

First few impressions:

In 250cc segment this bike pulls so cleanly.

Also the 6th gear is so tall its actually a boon. To be honest thats how a 6th gear should be.