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**AmlanR_CBR** · 06-18-2011, 06:02 PM

Originally posted by aargee View Post

The run-in period is damn confusing. There's no clear instruction from HMSI either through owner's manual (which should've been ideal) OR through technicians.

The technicians say, "saar open & ride, but don't ride too fast"; now what defines fast? They were unable to answer. They say C250R is unlike the smaller vehicles & one can ride reasonably fast. Yet, no one knows what's fast, limit or reasonable.

lol! thats also what was said to me!! Rip as much as u like but no too fast!! although he specified me not to cross 130 before 1st servicing atleast!

The owner's manual is very confusing. It only has run-in period stating 500 Kms or 300 mi. So how's one supposed to ride within that period? What limits? Its not mentioned. Most C250R owner's copy what's suggested by N250R to stay within the limits of 5K RPM in 6th gear which is 80 Kmph. So I decided to follow a mix of both & this is what I followed...
1-200 Kms - upto 4K RPM
200-500 - upto 5K RPM
500-600 - upto 6K RPM
600-700 - upto 7K RPM
700-800 - upto 8K RPM
800-1000 - upto 9K RPM

I have followed motoman right through the start so lets see...

After 1st service, I'll open up completely. The confusion prevails if I need to carry out an oil change (by myself) at 500 Kms or wait for 1K service.

Totally upto you mate, but changing the oil without the filter is meaningless at this stage!

Having done 596 Kms, here're my observations...
- Torque is amazing. Really amazing. I didn't have to shift down any where from 60 to 95
- There's a good knocking & here's what I observed on the limits. Is this normal?
2nd Gear 2K RPM
3rd Gear - 2K RPM
4th Gear - 2.5K RPM
5th Gear - 3K RPM
6th Gear - 3.5K RPM

yup! i too feel the knocking exactly as per the RPM and gear changes as mentioned above...
Somehow i feel its our problem and not the bike..because as soon as i feel the knocking, i downshift, and it disappears...
So we have to modify our shifting patterns likewise....

the greatest shock appeared in form of wrist pain. Right hand wrist pains like hell. Do any of you experience this or something that I need to learn?

Nope! no signs of wrist pain yet ( i am 6'1'') but had a massive backpain when i rode for 200 kms + constantly which lasted nearly a week!

- I've a feeling that C250R is going to develop good vibrations in long run

I'd like to suggest that you wait till ur first servicing is done..many have concluded that the engines becomes a lottt smoother after the servicing.

**srivaatsav** · 06-18-2011, 06:20 PM

Originally posted by aargee View Post

The run-in period is damn confusing. There's no clear instruction from HMSI either through owner's manual (which should've been ideal) OR through technicians.

The technicians say, "saar open & ride, but don't ride too fast"; now what defines fast? They were unable to answer. They say C250R is unlike the smaller vehicles & one can ride reasonably fast. Yet, no one knows what's fast, limit or reasonable.

The owner's manual is very confusing. It only has run-in period stating 500 Kms or 300 mi. So how's one supposed to ride within that period? What limits? Its not mentioned. Most C250R owner's copy what's suggested by N250R to stay within the limits of 5K RPM in 6th gear which is 80 Kmph. So I decided to follow a mix of both & this is what I followed...
1-200 Kms - upto 4K RPM
200-500 - upto 5K RPM
500-600 - upto 6K RPM
600-700 - upto 7K RPM
700-800 - upto 8K RPM
800-1000 - upto 9K RPM

After 1st service, I'll open up completely. The confusion prevails if I need to carry out an oil change (by myself) at 500 Kms or wait for 1K service.

Meanwhile, this is all I could do...
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Having done 596 Kms, here're my observations...
- Torque is amazing. Really amazing. I didn't have to shift down any where from 60 to 95
- There's a good knocking & here's what I observed on the limits. Is this normal?
2nd Gear 2K RPM
3rd Gear - 2K RPM
4th Gear - 2.5K RPM
5th Gear - 3K RPM
6th Gear - 3.5K RPM
- I was very much worried on the riding posture & it proved to be very comfortable. But the greatest shock appeared in form of wrist pain. Right hand wrist pains like hell. Do any of you experience this or something that I need to learn?
- I've a feeling that C250R is going to develop good vibrations in long run. I haven't tested any fellow xBhpians N250R. May be, comparing the vibes on similar lines will help conclude some concrete info
- For the 1st 320 Kms, the mileage was 38.47 Kmpl approximately

When did you get your bike ?

**Youngking** · 06-18-2011, 07:20 PM

Got mine 1st serviced yesterday at 710 Kms at dream honda. Initially they told you have to book in prior for service blah blah before i told it is a CBR

, then got it delivered in next 4 hrs

.
Did a 400 Km ride to home last night, now my odo is 1100+

. Did the first 50Kms with a pillion upto hosur, I could only slightly feel the difference between a solo ride and with a pillion due to the amazing torque unlike any 150cc mill which could only scream and still crawl. The cruising speed started at 70KMPh and at the end of the trip it was 135 KMph(for last 20 Kms)

. And some observations from this ride.
1) Light - spreads well and bright, enough to maintain a safe 120KMPh at highways.
2) Engine - Felt little smooth after the first service, top end seems to be little weak compared to the awesome midrange (4K -8K is zip zap).
3) Gear shifts - After doing around 1000Kms i think i have learnt near perfect shifts for normal riding without encountering engine stalling. After crossing 60Kms at 6th gear there is no need to shift down for regular overtakes, i felt like riding a torquey gearless scooter literally

.
4)Wind blast - Wind blast is severe after crossing 120Kmph and the wind shield provides less protection unless you crouch completely, prolonged crouch costed me neck pain

.
5) Brakes (non ABS) - did a desperate braking from 130+Kmph to 40 Kmph after noticing an invisible lorry (without any lights

) was crossing the lane. Was not so scary, at every point it was stable and confident though it was a tight situation.
6) Stability- Till 140KMPH (which i managed) the bike was very stable and handles with confidence. Both the wheels copy the road well and never pops or takes off from the ground while running over highway bumps.

**Above_All** · 06-18-2011, 08:04 PM

@ Youngking congrats bro on getting your cbr , now i hope soon to see a real bike with the colours as your avatar

BON VOYAGE

**ZMRMOD** · 06-18-2011, 08:39 PM

Hello
Have any one noticed the vapours after washing

looks bad in all four
no loose screw even!!!

**Neel08** · 06-18-2011, 09:02 PM

Originally posted by srivaatsav View Post

When did you get your bike ?

Mine question tooo......

.....but congrats.

Originally posted by aargee

I was very much worried on the riding posture & it proved to be very comfortable. But the greatest shock appeared in form of wrist pain. Right hand wrist pains like hell. Do any of you experience this or something that I need to learn?

- Do u use any riding gloves ?
- Any wrist pain in left hand ?
- Do u put palm and fingers in the acc as well as front brake lever ? Like try to grab both at the same time ?

**aargee** · 06-18-2011, 10:36 PM

I have followed motoman right through the start so lets see...

Awesome!!! I'm really looking forward to hear your report

Totally upto you mate, but changing the oil without the filter is meaningless at this stage!

Lol!!! What made you assume I wouldn't change the oil filter?

Somehow i feel its our problem and not the bike..because as soon as i feel the knocking, i downshift, and it disappears...

Then I would beg to differ. Its not our issue, it could be a real concern of higher gear & lower speed. No one ever (atleast the owner's manual) says, the gear shift pattern with each gear. On this front, the world's best motorcycle, be it BMW or Duc would also behave the same way I guess

So we have to modify our shifting patterns likewise....

Exactly

Nope! no signs of wrist pain yet ( i am 6'1'') but had a massive backpain when i rode for 200 kms + constantly which lasted nearly a week!

200 Kms a week??? I just rode 496 Kms today

BTW, I'm 5'6". Trust me, the right wrist pains like hell!!!

Anyone, some pointers pls? I strongly assume, its my sitting posture or riding style

I'd like to suggest that you wait till ur first servicing is done..many have concluded that the engines becomes a lottt smoother after the servicing

Engine smooth & vibes are 2 different things. I still feel my engine is smooth. It was rough until 5K this morning, but once I started moving up to 5K RPM, the engine is smooth at that RPM limit now. Its 6K RPM that's needs to get a little more smoother now.

Forgot one more important point - The mirrors were pristine stable until 150Kms, but now, they're vibrating. Not sure if that's the case with everyone else

@srivaatsav - Y'day

Have any one noticed the vapours after washing looks bad in all four

Did you do a water wash or just wipe the vehicle with solvents to clean dust?

could only slightly feel the difference between a solo ride and with a pillion due to the amazing torque

+1; I second your opinion. Be it any gear, the pillion makes hardly any difference. Torque is amazingly superb.

**johnjojo08** · 06-18-2011, 11:01 PM

Any one have done teflon coating in CBR. If so, how is it?

**flash2k45** · 06-18-2011, 11:41 PM

feeling lot lot lot of pain in my right palm even for long as well as short rides

....and just my right hand..no pain in my left hand/palm..weird ...

...

**xxbomb** · 06-18-2011, 11:49 PM

^jamalkhan: Teflon coating cannot be done on vehicles. They'll just detail using some wax(usually).

**AmlanR_CBR** · 06-19-2011, 12:02 AM

Originally posted by aargee View Post

200 Kms a week??? I just rode 496 Kms today

BTW, I'm 5'6". Trust me, the right wrist pains like hell!!!

LMAO!! no not the ride mate!! the backpain, the backpain lasted me one week!

btw @aargee : bro as per ur recommendation, i am getting the bike wash but cant afford the 845 wax :'( ....automall suggested me to try out mother's synwax which has got very very good reviews (googled it)...

but i am torn apart between synthetic wax and carnauba wax...

As per today's research:

Synthetic wax : gives a glass-like coating on the surface,more durable and better protection but doesnt bring out that warmth and glow from the paint itself

carnauba wax: good for a glossy,mirror and reflective finish but lasts lesser than synthetic wax....

on this issue,once again automall suggested me to go for a synwax coat,let it settle for 24 hrs and then again go for another layer of carnauba wax

any suggestions??

**nightwing** · 06-19-2011, 12:20 AM

Originally posted by AmlanR_CBR View Post

LMAO!! no not the ride mate!! the backpain, the backpain lasted me one week!

btw @aargee : bro as per ur recommendation, i am getting the bike wash but cant afford the 845 wax :'( ....automall suggested me to try out mother's synwax which has got very very good reviews (googled it)...

but i am torn apart between synthetic wax and carnauba wax...

As per today's research:

Synthetic wax : gives a glass-like coating on the surface,more durable and better protection but doesnt bring out that warmth and glow from the paint itself

carnauba wax: good for a glossy,mirror and reflective finish but lasts lesser than synthetic wax....

on this issue,once again automall suggested me to go for a synwax coat,let it settle for 24 hrs and then again go for another layer of carnauba wax

any suggestions??

Synthetic wax will give your bike a 'just wet' look. While Carnuba brings the familiar shine along with the protection that the wax offers. Synthetic is cheaper as well. I use Mother's Wash and Wax along with the FX SynWax. And I am happy with the shine that it offers. What Auto Mall suggested is a good method of protecting the paint under two layers of wax.

Regarding the bike's riding posture, I seem to be perfectly in tune with it. I find it more comfortable than my ZMA. I am 5'11''.

**sudeepnbr** · 06-19-2011, 12:25 AM

Congrats to Vasant and Aargee!

I hope the wait was worth it, wat say??

@aargee: Since there was no info about the rpms and speed on the User Manual, I just followed riding below 5k rpm. I used to open it up till 6-6.5k rpm occassionally.
I've done more than 1000 kms now. I mostly wear riding gloves. So didn't feel much pain on the wrists.
I do get neck/shoulder pain sometimes on long rides cuz I've this problem from long back (this is not just in CBR case. I've had the pain during long rides on other bikes also).

**BladeBoy** · 06-19-2011, 12:51 AM

Papa, Got mine yesterday!!!!!

**MeTaL_MaNiaC** · 06-19-2011, 12:58 AM

^^^ @flask n aargee: if you read the initial pages, i too mentioned pain in my right palm. But it was only a matter of a week.. Then, as i got used to and got comfortable with the posture, it was gone.. Just try not to put pressure on ur palms.. And hold the handlebars too lightly.. A best way i found is bending the arms from the elbow(slight bend) helped me a lot..

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