Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Hi guys
A bit of advice here please
Anything you feel that I should or should not be doing during the initial ride time?
Also how many KM should I run it slowly before I can start subjecting it to the normal ride pattern?
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Hi All
I got the bike delivered and its good to be riding it!
Everything seems to be fine except that it came with TVS tubeless tyres. I tried to make them get MRF on it instead, but it looks like right from the showroom display piece to everything else in this batch of CBR150s they all have only TVS tubeless tyres on them. I may need to wait and change them later to better ones on my own.
Any comments or suggestions on how to run the bike until the engine settles? Should I be low on RPM range or any speed limit to maintain?
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Hi all
Thanks for answering me
Regarding the break in time is there any max speed to maintain or should I limit the RPM without any cap on speed?
Anything else I should restrict during this time frame?
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
You are right sid, but what I meant is to check the engine oil level every week, make it a habit. That's why I used 'make sure'.
Often new riders would, over a period of time, forget to check the level, and ruin a perfectly good bike.Leave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
If one is topping up oil every week, then there is a serious issue with the bike.Originally posted by leech View Post
Ideally you should not need to top up in most cases (cases where a wee bit of top up might be needed is when constantly runs the bike at a high rpm for long periods)
Just keep an eye on the oil level and if you notice it is dropping too often, get it investigated.
@ivpatrick
Stick to the stock honda 10w30 if you want retain warranty. If you have the energy you could argue (show them the manual with the oil specification chart) and make them use a 10w40 and still retain warranty. Or build a rapport with the service advisor (follow unwritten rule if needed).
A 10w40 will not cause any issues, and some good oils in this grade are shell, motul.Last edited by s1d; 03-22-2017, 01:43 AM.Leave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Use only 10w30 oil on the bike. If you use 10w40, your pickup and mileage will reduce slightly. However please stick to what Honda says if you want warranty. Using Shell Advance or Motul 300v won't work magic on your vehicle, your mileage and pickup will be the same with almost all branded oils unless you change the grade of the oil.Originally posted by ivpatrick View Post
And don't fall for the 'change engine oil in 3000 kms' crap, because many CBR user have serviced their vehicles at 6k intervals and have no engine problems. Just make sure the engine oil is topped up to the max every week.Leave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Hi
Any thoughts about my previous query anyone?
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
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Thanks for the suggestions and views everyone. They were very encouraging for me indeed
I could not book the 250R because of restriction at home (Mother does not feel I should buy it, so I am not getting it out of respect).
I booked the vehicle and I should get it in sometime. I will wait and post on how the experience has been once I ride it for a few days.
Also, from the longer term users, has anyone used Castrol Power1 or Power1 Racing engine oil on the bike?
Also can we use the Castrol Radicool coolant after sometime?
I know the bike is new so I am not in a hurry to use the oil or coolant until post the process of all the services being done, run-in etc.
However from my experience using good engine oil on my older bike, I know that using good oil from the beginning actually conditions the engine very well in the years ahead.
If anyone has used these, please do let me know. Any views or suggestions are welcome.
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I think Bala summed it up beautifully except for the gear ratios which might seem quite odd when you pick it up. Beware that there is no pass switch just in case you missed.Originally posted by ivpatrick View Post
True that, with the current sales, I'm afraid of spares too, despite being a good owner.Originally posted by leech View PostLeave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Buy the 250 boss. Trust me, even the 250 can't pull in 2nd gear at 10 kmph. You will have to shift to first gear.Originally posted by ivpatrick View PostThanksI think I am ok to book one. Will ask for these things and also ride around to check for any issues on the bike before taking it.Any way to add some covering for the tank and also the rear shock and radiator as these 2 may have mud splashing on them when it rains.For a brief period in between I was thinking of the CBR250R, but I realized its quite heavier than this one and also has much more HP and torque which in my opinion may not be used too much in the daily city commute. I have also read that the 150R is good and does not disappoint, so staying within budget and not stretching it any further
Also the 250 will prove to be the better bet if you are planning to keep the bike for long. You won't get bored of it that quickly.Leave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
ThanksI think I am ok to book one. Will ask for these things and also ride around to check for any issues on the bike before taking it.Any way to add some covering for the tank and also the rear shock and radiator as these 2 may have mud splashing on them when it rains.For a brief period in between I was thinking of the CBR250R, but I realized its quite heavier than this one and also has much more HP and torque which in my opinion may not be used too much in the daily city commute. I have also read that the 150R is good and does not disappoint, so staying within budget and not stretching it any further
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Hi ivpatrick,Originally posted by ivpatrick View Post
I have been a proud owner of CBR 150R since last 1 year, been very satisfactory 1 year. I use it for daily office commuting and in blore traffic its fun and hassle free.
The new MRF tyres work like charm and grip levels are much better than older version of 150r.
For the new vehicle u can ask for free seat covers, and free teflon coating from the showroom. I was lucky to get them.
Make sure u do the pre delivery checkup very thoroughly and then only take the delivery. Generally showrooms do not give Saree protector with the bike, but it is included in the price you pay. So better take it and then u can remove them if required later. But as for me it looks cool and i use it to put my helmet straps in the saree guard and its the best way to store your helmet in parking. (If you know the place is safe and nobody is gonna take the helmet from the place eg: office parking).Leave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Any other 150R owners other than Bala have any suggestions?I also wanted to know if there is something that I need to pay attention to while purchasing the vehicle.Should something be checked? Any additional accessories to be added?Any suggestions are welcome.ThanksLeave a comment:
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Re: Honda CBR 150 R
Nice observation 👍
1) shock absorber doesn't get caked by mud in rainy season. But pillions foot may get dirty due to mud splashing from tyre.
2) this is the only thing i hate. The size of the front mudguard is small, due to this mud get splashed on radiator fins. You have to do periodic cleaning of radiator by toothbrush to clean that mud.
I think honda did this to get more airflow to radiator and keep engine cool!!
3) Honda's throttle fs 10w30 itself good for cbr engine's. Like made for each other. Till date I didn't used any other oil than throttle 10w30.
Best way to keep engine smooth is, don't change engine oil brand and oil grade many times. Stick to one specific brand and grade!!Leave a comment:
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