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**bprags** · 05-21-2014, 10:16 PM

New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Not sure if already posted, if posted please ignore.

Honda has launched a new, revamped version of the CBR250R in Indonesia, with both cosmetic as well as mechanical updates. The new CBR250R's design lines are inspired by the company's race bred CBR series, unlike the one available in India which is derived from the VFR1200F.

The new CBR250R sports a fairing that showcases dual headlights, and has been redesigned to give a more aggressive stance to the motorcycle. Another noticeable change on the new CBR250R is the chrome plated exhaust system that is not only more lightweight but also enhances the overall visual appeal of the motorcycle.

On the mechanical front, the new bike is powered by a 250cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke, DOHC, liquid-cooled engine. Mated to a six-speed gearbox, the maximum power of 28.59bhp at 9000rpm, and peak torque of 2.3kgm made at 7500rpm, is transferred to the rear wheel via a drive chain.
Similar to the current CBR250R on sale in India, the new version too comes with an option of ABS.

Since its launch in India, the Honda CBR250R hasn't received updates except for new colour options and the introduction of a Repsol version. During the 2014 Auto Expo, the company did mention that they won't be launching the CBR300R in India, however this Indonesian launch indicates that the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer may look into upgrading its flagship motorcycle offering for the Indian market as well.

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**theironhorse99** · 05-21-2014, 10:45 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by bprags View Post

Not sure if already posted, if posted please ignore.

interestingly the power has been bumped up by 28.5 bhp which might make it a true 100mph bike..also i am sure the engine and components are the same.
a better ECU map or by exchanging parts with the new one can help the old bike too to touch the 28.5 mark from current 25/26 bhp setup

that exhaust is an eyesore...

chrome ... seriously ??? with the white paint

**krish2778** · 05-22-2014, 08:44 AM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by theironhorse99 View Post

interestingly the power has been bumped up by 28.5 bhp which might make it a true 100mph bike..also i am sure the engine and components are the same.
a better ECU map or by exchanging parts with the new one can help the old bike too to touch the 28.5 mark from current 25/26 bhp setup

that exhaust is an eyesore...

chrome ... seriously ??? with the white paint

The engine might be a slightly re-bored is what i think, but also a sprocket size change is almost equally likely.

Man I am a sucker for twin headlamps, but from the design perspective, i think it won't be swapable with the current models. What a shame..!!

The Exhaust could have been done better, that does look ridiculously out of place and cheap.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**rbhasin11** · 05-22-2014, 11:00 AM

Re: Clutch is not fully disengaging

Originally posted by Akash_Kiran _ Balram View Post

Alright so from what I'm understanding... Change the oil as well as soon as you can. But if you don't wanna spend the money so soon then I doubt there'll be any problem if you ride it till your next service. I own a R15 V2.0 that's around 8 months old and the filters been changed every other service till the last time I changed my oil.. And no problems faced.

Ride hard. Ride safe.
Akash.

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Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

There won't be any immediate effect per-se. But it is not a good practice to run fresh oil with old oil filter

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

Next service is at 6000kms, and I'm anyways not planning to wait till then to change the filter. I've written to Honda about the service issue and the tank change that has to happen (under warranty), and if I dont get a convincing reply from them soon, I will get a fully paid service done at 2000kms. I'm planning a ride this weekend, so that should add up another 850kms or so to the existing 1000kms that my bike has done.

**hypheni** · 05-22-2014, 11:48 AM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

The engine might be a slightly re-bored is what i think, but also a sprocket size change is almost equally likely.

Man I am a sucker for twin headlamps, but from the design perspective, i think it won't be swapable with the current models. What a shame..!!

The Exhaust could have been done better, that does look ridiculously out of place and cheap.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

The Exhaust could have been done better, that does look ridiculously out of place and cheap - EXACTLY same from my side too.

Some Carbon fibre look or Vinyling could have been applied over there along with Chrome finish.
Only that peeling off colors from Exhaust muffler will no more there in new versions.

I also do wish if I can covert the existing front frame with new twin headlamp one.

**krish2778** · 05-22-2014, 12:50 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by rbhasin11 View Post

Next service is at 6000kms, and I'm anyways not planning to wait till then to change the filter. I've written to Honda about the service issue and the tank change that has to happen (under warranty), and if I dont get a convincing reply from them soon, I will get a fully paid service done at 2000kms. I'm planning a ride this weekend, so that should add up another 850kms or so to the existing 1000kms that my bike has done.

Keep pestering them till you have your way.

Originally posted by hypheni View Post

The Exhaust could have been done better, that does look ridiculously out of place and cheap - EXACTLY same from my side too.

Some Carbon fibre look or Vinyling could have been applied over there along with Chrome finish.
Only that peeling off colors from Exhaust muffler will no more there in new versions.

I also do wish if I can covert the existing front frame with new twin headlamp one.

Well, i guess not much hope of that happening.

Yeah, wrapping the exhaust shield is a must do i guess if it ends up in the ugly version in that.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**theironhorse99** · 05-22-2014, 02:56 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

The engine might be a slightly re-bored is what i think, but also a sprocket size change is almost equally likely.

Man I am a sucker for twin headlamps, but from the design perspective, i think it won't be swapable with the current models. What a shame..!!

The Exhaust could have been done better, that does look ridiculously out of place and cheap.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

as per their update they mentioned revised intake and exhaust , polished head, lighter exhaust, remapped ECU.. that should do the trick for adding another 2.5 pony
also i assume from a 14/38 setup they might move to a 14/37 setup or even 15/58 setup for true 100mph..

however i bet that there wont be changes major changes in the engine or gear ratio's for this bike. that much of R&d for a facelift of a 250 commuter bike wont be fruitful for either company..trust me..

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can anyone tell me.. where can i buy exhaust wrap ??
shop/online ??

the cloth strip that's wrapped around the bend pipes..

**Divya Sharan** · 05-22-2014, 03:12 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by theironhorse99 View Post

can anyone tell me.. where can i buy exhaust wrap ??
shop/online ??

the cloth strip that's wrapped around the bend pipes..

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**krish2778** · 05-22-2014, 03:45 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by theironhorse99 View Post

as per their update they mentioned revised intake and exhaust , polished head, lighter exhaust, remapped ECU.. that should do the trick for adding another 2.5 pony
also i assume from a 14/38 setup they might move to a 14/37 setup or even 15/58 setup for true 100mph..

however i bet that there wont be changes major changes in the engine or gear ratio's for this bike. that much of R&d for a facelift of a 250 commuter bike wont be fruitful for either company..trust me..

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can anyone tell me.. where can i buy exhaust wrap ??
shop/online ??

the cloth strip that's wrapped around the bend pipes..

Indeed, but doesn't sprocket mods change the gear ratios by a considerable factor. I mean, we can almost be certain that a sprocketing change will be there, considering that the current setup isn't all that friendly for anything apart from highway riding.

And for exhaust wrap i guess PRS , or Motozone are also available options.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**theironhorse99** · 05-22-2014, 03:49 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

Indeed, but doesn't sprocket mods change the gear ratios by a considerable factor. I mean, we can almost be certain that a sprocketing change will be there, considering that the current setup isn't all that friendly for anything apart from highway riding.

And for exhaust wrap i guess PRS , or Motozone are also available options.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

true.. what i meant was that yes they will tinker with the sprockets only however no changes to inside geometry of the gear shafts.
and we can replicate the same on old cbr's

replace exhaust- loose 3kg
get a polished head, with revised intake and exhaust - Joel can do it and have done it on few cbr's
and a ECU remap if honda agrees to do it.. i am sure we'd make a few ponies more..
change the 14T to 15T and it will become and absolute mile muncher..

alternatively you can move to a 13T setup to make the ride more flickable and dynamic but then you'd loose out on top-end and FE...

**krish2778** · 05-22-2014, 03:53 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by theironhorse99 View Post

true.. what i meant was that yes they will tinker with the sprockets only however no changes to inside geometry of the gear shafts.
and we can replicate the same on old cbr's

replace exhaust- loose 3kg
get a polished head, with revised intake and exhaust - Joel can do it and have done it on few cbr's
and a ECU remap if honda agrees to do it.. i am sure we'd make a few ponies more..
change the 14T to 15T and it will become and absolute mile muncher..

alternatively you can move to a 13T setup to make the ride more flickable and dynamic but then you'd loose out on top-end and FE...

Yeah, that makes sense.

Although I wouldn't want that 13T setup, anyway my traffic rides are bare minimum , i guess it is just fine for me as it is.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**theironhorse99** · 05-22-2014, 03:58 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

... anyway my traffic rides are bare minimum ....

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

lucky bloke... .
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.oh.. did i mention i am all set for june 20th... riding to ladakh this year .. ahem ahem...
some serious highway munching..

**krish2778** · 05-22-2014, 04:04 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by theironhorse99 View Post

lucky bloke... .
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.oh.. did i mention i am all set for june 20th... riding to ladakh this year .. ahem ahem...
some serious highway munching..

Yeah, Right..look who is calling me lucky..!!!

I have been only dreaming of ladhakh..!!

You enjoy to the core mate, a few days without ringing cell phones or smartphones, ah..!! heaven.

Expecting a trip log soon after that ride.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**theironhorse99** · 05-22-2014, 05:37 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

Yeah, Right..look who is calling me lucky..!!!

I have been only dreaming of ladhakh..!!

You enjoy to the core mate, a few days without ringing cell phones or smartphones, ah..!! heaven.

Expecting a trip log soon after that ride.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

thanks man.. just super excited and running here and there on weekends to complete the to-do list and things to buy..
will have a trip log soon with with loads of pics.. and yes after 2006 on the CBZ this will be fun fun for sure...

its gonna be 10 of us..

**icemang** · 05-23-2014, 01:23 PM

Re: New Honda CBR250R launched in Indonesia

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

Indeed, but doesn't sprocket mods change the gear ratios by a considerable factor. I mean, we can almost be certain that a sprocketing change will be there, considering that the current setup isn't all that friendly for anything apart from highway riding.

[MENTION=35815]krish2778[/MENTION]. That is strange. In fact, my experience was the opposite - the current setup seemed most unsuited for highway cruising. The bike felt very peaky, esp in 1st and 2nd. And so, I went in for a 15T rear and wow. The character of the bike changed almost completely from an irritated, snarly, snappy teenager to a mature, expansive adult. The other day, I rode a friend's stock model and really hated it. Paradoxically, my cornering has improved dramatically AFTER the change to a 15T, perhaps because the power is now being laid down much more progressively and evenly. The chicken strips are getting narrower and narrower. Haven't gone over the limits yet but getting close

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