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**icemang** · 10-20-2012, 09:10 AM

Originally posted by GT007 View Post

Hi Sir,

Nice to hear that you went for NB instead of HIDs. I was in same dilemma about upgrading my stock headlight. I am wondering did you consider Philips extreme vision/diamond vision as well? I heard they are equally good. Osram Nightbreaker are available in pair here. Is it possible to get one single NB unit?

GT

I have tried Philips EV/DV but in the 100/90 model; they are very good. Usually, the NB is not available in singles, probably as it is correctly meant for four wheelers.

The bulb change has NOT produced a very drastic improvement, it is just incremental, so don't go expecting too much even from the NBs.

Has anyone amongst us changed her/his rear tyre from the stock 140/70 to a 130/70? If yes, how was it?

Here, the MRF ZQ is available in 130 and 140 but the 140 is a tubed tyre and quite heavier than the tubeless stock 140. Yes, with the 130, the tyre dia comes down akin to increasing maybe one cog in the driving sprocket, translating to higher speed at lower RPMs out on the highway. PSDs are out of stock thanks to ISI so the only quality choice is MRF. It seems to a very good tyre, well crafted and a bit soft compounded than the no-go Contigo...

**Mail2vasant** · 10-20-2012, 05:03 PM

Originally posted by icemang View Post

I have tried Philips EV/DV but in the 100/90 model; they are very good. Usually, the NB is not available in singles, probably as it is correctly meant for four wheelers.

The bulb change has NOT produced a very drastic improvement, it is just incremental, so don't go expecting too much even from the NBs.

Has anyone amongst us changed her/his rear tyre from the stock 140/70 to a 130/70? If yes, how was it?

Here, the MRF ZQ is available in 130 and 140 but the 140 is a tubed tyre and quite heavier than the tubeless stock 140. Yes, with the 130, the tyre dia comes down akin to increasing maybe one cog in the driving sprocket, translating to higher speed at lower RPMs out on the highway. PSDs are out of stock thanks to ISI so the only quality choice is MRF. It seems to a very good tyre, well crafted and a bit soft compounded than the no-go Contigo...

There are few other options available in the market also(here in delhi). Irc 140/70-17 Mrf 150/60-17(stock duke's tyre).

**sudeepnbr** · 10-21-2012, 12:47 AM

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**sambitmishra4one** · 10-21-2012, 04:24 AM

hey sudeep how your psd doing ? how many kms covered on thm and ur review ?
do they still have in bangalore ?

hi vasant and icemang, getting duro and irc here, what you all suggest ?
shall i go for irc ?
going for a 6k kms trip,
personally speaking irc i know are good in dry condition but wet ? logivity ? reliability ?
duro no reviews, suggest buddies

**Mail2vasant** · 10-21-2012, 09:26 AM

Originally posted by sambitmishra4one View Post

hey sudeep how your psd doing ? how many kms covered on thm and ur review ?
do they still have in bangalore ?

hi vasant and icemang, getting duro and irc here, what you all suggest ?
shall i go for irc ?
going for a 6k kms trip,
personally speaking irc i know are good in dry condition but wet ? logivity ? reliability ?
duro no reviews, suggest buddies

Are you looking for front or rear?? Front psd is available here in delhi. Regarding irc, i would suggest you to go through ninja's ownership thread for a review.

**sambitmishra4one** · 10-21-2012, 01:02 PM

its very very urgent regarding tyres, need advice

hey vasant ya right the front pirelli is available but i am really running short of time, pls advise me wht to go for, bas 2 days in hand, irc i am gttng and duro also, which one will be grt, if any body can help, its urgent friends

**sudeepnbr** · 10-21-2012, 01:49 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by sambitmishra4one View Post

hey sudeep how your psd doing ? how many kms covered on thm and ur review ?
do they still have in bangalore ?

Hey Sambit,
My PSD is doing great! I've covered around 6k kms now and it's still going good. It is said to have a short life span of around 8-10k kms. The grip on wet roads is brilliant. I have had lots of scary moments on the ContiGo. But this gives very good confidence on all types of roads. It's a soft compound and is prone to get nails easily into it. I have had only one puncture on the sidewalls so far. Have another small nail in it that I've not removed it yet.
Availability is the only problem. It's quite difficult to get in bangalore these days and it's over 5k.
My first preference will always be the PSD.

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**abhiram0018** · 10-21-2012, 07:12 PM

Hi guys,
I Own a Tri color cbr 250r abs which is 2 months old and suddenly today I noticed that the handle was shaking between 90-110kmph(speed wobbling).So,can you guys please help me out to get the problem rectified.

**sudeepnbr** · 10-21-2012, 07:29 PM

Re: Honda CBR 250R

Originally posted by abhiram0018 View Post

Hi guys,
I Own a Tri color cbr 250r abs which is 2 months old and suddenly today I noticed that the handle was shaking between 90-110kmph(speed wobbling).So,can you guys please help me out to get the problem rectified.

There could be multiple reasons.
It could be because of improper pressure in your tyres, it could be because the wheel is not balanced properly, it could be because the steering cone is tight or loose, or it could be because of issue with cone set.
If you are not able to find it yourself, suggest you to give a visit to the SVC.

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**icemang** · 10-22-2012, 10:21 PM

Originally posted by abhiram0018 View Post

Hi guys,
I Own a Tri color cbr 250r abs which is 2 months old and suddenly today I noticed that the handle was shaking between 90-110kmph(speed wobbling).So,can you guys please help me out to get the problem rectified.

Ok, a small checklist:

Alignment of wheels - check
Front tyre health and pressure - check
Front rim integrity - check
Play in the cone set - check
Less fuel in tank - check (this reduces the weight over the front wheel)
Uneven luggage placement - check
Rear suspension setting (too hard/too soft) - check
Rear tyre health and pressure - check
Rear rim integrity - check

I have found this irritating issue when I have less weight on the front wheel e.g. low fuel. I have experimented with two 2 kg weights taped to the inner fairing on both sides ( one X 2 kg weight on each side). The stability is unbelievably solid. Plus a slightly softer rear setting.

**riot** · 10-23-2012, 12:08 AM

Originally posted by sudeepnbr View Post

Hey Sambit,
My PSD is doing great! I've covered around 6k kms now and it's still going good. It is said to have a short life span of around 8-10k kms. The grip on wet roads is brilliant. I have had lots of scary moments on the ContiGo. But this gives very good confidence on all types of roads. It's a soft compound and is prone to get nails easily into it. I have had only one puncture on the sidewalls so far. Have another small nail in it that I've not removed it yet.
Availability is the only problem. It's quite difficult to get in bangalore these days and it's over 5k.
My first preference will always be the PSD.

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Dont worry about there life. if you wont do any burnouts they will easily last for 15k kms.
For puncture problems, fill in tire sealant liquid or Slime. Its really worth every penny you spend on it. Will save you a lot of trouble.

**sambitmishra4one** · 10-23-2012, 12:16 PM

hey riot, vasat and other friends what if i downgrade to 130/70 r17 pirelli ?
please urgent as right now i was going for tyre change and got the news that one set of 13/110 of pirelli is available, please give inputs, will it b a problem if i go for 130 for long rides and all ? any unstability or highspeed problem ?

**Neel08** · 10-23-2012, 01:18 PM

^^^

My suggestion don't change the tyre specification other than what suggested by the manufacturer for this bike, the result may be fatal.

any unstability or highspeed problem ?

**chinmayakar** · 10-23-2012, 02:07 PM

Originally posted by Neel08 View Post

^^^

My suggestion don't change the tyre specification other than what suggested by the manufacturer for this bike, the result may be fatal.

Rightly said Neel. I always opt for the stock Rubber specifications, but may be a better brand.

**icemang** · 10-23-2012, 10:29 PM

Originally posted by sambitmishra4one View Post

hey riot, vasat and other friends what if i downgrade to 130/70 r17 pirelli ?
please urgent as right now i was going for tyre change and got the news that one set of 13/110 of pirelli is available, please give inputs, will it b a problem if i go for 130 for long rides and all ? any unstability or highspeed problem ?

Hi Sambit,

The CBR is supposed to be shod with 130/70 R17s at the rear and NOT the 140s. Honda has done this to give a more macho look to the bike.

Its kissing cousin, the N250 has 110/70s at the front and 130/70s at the rear, despite being a more powerful bike, overall.

The Pirelli 130 is a superb tyre, in fact THE best for the CBR and you should consider yourself a helluva lucky guy to get one as it is non-ISI = illegal for sale in our "great" nation. One big advantage over the 140 will be an artificial sprocket change of one cog less at the rear which will translate into higher speeds at lower RPMs.

And perish the thought of this change becoming fatal(pun intended). If at all, you will see much better cornering ability, stickiness etc etc.

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