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New Bike

Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:55 pm

by Vincent (Posted Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:55 pm)

Nice bike mate... Whats it like to ride? (I'm assuming you rode it before you bought it.)

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Used motorcycle evaluation guide

Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:19 pm

by wheeler (Posted Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:19 pm)

cheers very informative link

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My ride!

Thu Dec 04, 2008 12:35 pm

by craigt (Posted Thu Dec 04, 2008 12:35 pm)

here's mine...

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Adelaide (A-town)

Tue Dec 02, 2008 12:38 pm

by trangandrew (Posted Tue Dec 02, 2008 12:38 pm)

Hey guys, I'm keen for a ride. I won't be free to ride from the 11th to 18th of Dec so anytime around then is good for me!

Catch

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Who are you insured with?

Sun Nov 30, 2008 10:44 pm

by trangandrew (Posted Sun Nov 30, 2008 10:44 pm)

I'm just wondering who is insured with who, for what and experiences with any claims made. I'm considering InsureMyRide for 3rd party, possibly comprehensive.

Cheers

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gear change

Sun Nov 30, 2008 9:56 pm

by Vincent (Posted Sun Nov 30, 2008 9:56 pm)

blaringmike wrote:
trangandrew wrote:Clutchless shifting in theory is fast and does not cause any damage to the bike if done correctly. As you're starting out I wouldn't recommend trying to downshift clutchlessly as the result of getting it wrong, other than putting excessive strain on the bikes mechanical parts, is the rear tyre locking (as suggested by tyre chirping or sudden loss of traction) as the revs were not matched properly. This can even happen when you are downshifting using the clutch and have not blipped the revs enough.

On a CBR250 there is not enough compression to lock the wheel when shifting down. I've slammed down 2-3 gears at a time at the track and it wouldn't even chirp, even with the front brakes on hard.

While its good to practice throttle blipping there is really no need to do it on a 250.

I'm not too sure about that... I guess it depends on the type of road and weight of rider and compression of engine. I'm fairly light 70kgs n if slam down the gears without blippin the throttle, the rear will lock up and chirp.. and yes, even with a new rear tyre. This could be due to the engine being rebuilt only 10 000ks ago or my weight... so in my experience, blip the throttle when changin down...n besides, gotta love the sound of bike being blipped when the rider is downchangin

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New Rider

Fri Nov 28, 2008 9:40 am

by Bikerwog (Posted Fri Nov 28, 2008 9:40 am)

Welcome mate, another cbr250 site for you to sign up with is http://www.cbr250.com

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Low compression cylinder 2

Thu Nov 27, 2008 8:49 am

by trangandrew (Posted Thu Nov 27, 2008 8:49 am)

Hey guys,

I did a compression test on a bike I was looking at buying and the guys at Bills did a compression test which revealed cylinder 2 to be running at about 75psi. The guys also did a preinspection check and took it out for a ride and all and found it to be running well and didn't blow any smoke. They suspected it may be a tight valve and unlikely to be burnt oil rings etc. What are your thoughts on this? Also if it was a tight valve how much do you think it will cost to remedy that?

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Noob from the Northern Hemisphere

Mon Nov 24, 2008 10:54 am

by wheeler (Posted Mon Nov 24, 2008 10:54 am)

tough luck mate I can't imagine what its like trying to ride in the snow/extreme cold - must be a bastard just keeping it upright!

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TYGA- sex on wheels.

Sun Nov 23, 2008 6:47 pm

by daaef (Posted Sun Nov 23, 2008 6:47 pm)

Anyone know if Tyga or anyone else do kits for pre-MC22 CBR250Rs? My gf has a MC19 and just want something to clean up the rear end.

Else does anyone know if the Tyga MC22 tail will fit or can easily be modified to suit? I'm also guessing the subframe is different between the MC19 and MC22.

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Buying my baby

Sun Nov 23, 2008 9:55 am

by blaringmike (Posted Sun Nov 23, 2008 9:55 am)

Depends how long the payment plan is.

Also depends on the quality of the bike. How many KMs does it have, what condition are the chain and sprockets, does it have a service history, etc, etc.

Its hard to give you a definitive answer without a lot of detail about the bike. Your best bet is finding someone who you trust that knows a bit about bikes and taking them with you to have a look at the bike.

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Pre-new to riding...

Sat Nov 22, 2008 6:34 pm

by blaringmike (Posted Sat Nov 22, 2008 6:34 pm)

Mate, your best off buying a CBR250 privately.

Dealers price this things at ridicules prices. You should be able to get personal finance and buy one privately and save big $$$.

Whatever you decide to do. Stay away from SUMOTO

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Gaskets and spares suppliers Sydney?

Thu Nov 20, 2008 8:08 pm

by blaringmike (Posted Thu Nov 20, 2008 8:08 pm)

Check out eBay. There are always heaps of parts for these bike on there.

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Howz it goin?

Wed Nov 19, 2008 10:13 pm

by wheeler (Posted Wed Nov 19, 2008 10:13 pm)

welcome gazman, make sure you get some pics up in the My Ride topic: viewtopic.php?f=14&t=80 (sorry can't help with the mechanics but saw a Sydney one recommended on here somewhere just the other day...)

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oggy bars????

Wed Nov 19, 2008 11:43 am

by rob boulger (Posted Wed Nov 19, 2008 11:43 am)

Hey all gonna take my bike to a few trackdays soon and wondered if any one has put oggy bars on a 1990 cbrr and a good place to start looking to buy some.
Cheers...

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Gearbox grinding noise when on the power

Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:41 am

by Gazman (Posted Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:41 am)

Thanks heaps..... dropping the bike off this weekend. for them to have a look

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Front Brakes 'clicking'

Tue Nov 18, 2008 2:14 am

by gwaylow (Posted Tue Nov 18, 2008 2:14 am)

mate it could b warped pads...maybe go for a brake pad replacement..if ur due for one

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Rim painting

Tue Nov 18, 2008 12:04 am

by trangandrew (Posted Tue Nov 18, 2008 12:04 am)

Hey Stef,

Where did you end up getting your rims painted in the end? I'm from SA and may consider it later down the track.

Cheers

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Decent Mechanics in sydney???

Mon Nov 17, 2008 12:07 pm

by LVZIT (Posted Mon Nov 17, 2008 12:07 pm)

Cheers, i love the bike as is but you can never say no to more power especially on a 250

il defiantly bring her round soon.

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How often should the bike be serviced?

Mon Nov 17, 2008 11:32 am

by wheeler (Posted Mon Nov 17, 2008 11:32 am)

get it serviced every 5-6,000 k's. You should really notice the an improvement after a service, I know I certainly do. The chain would definitely be adjusted in a standard service if need be, as for the engine coughing you might want to mention that specifically, sounds a bit strange.

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thanks rider training

Thu Nov 13, 2008 2:16 pm

by wheeler (Posted Thu Nov 13, 2008 2:16 pm)

One of the many invaluable lessons and anecdotes from my rider training last year just proved its worth:

- always check your mirrors when you stop

I had moved into the left lane in anticipation of an upcoming turn, had a good 25m on the car behind me - this stupid unexpected intersection I was approaching the lights changed red and I had ample braking distance (even a truck would have ample braking distance) - I pull up and check out the mirror as a matter of habit, plus given the intersection I had particularly little faith in the cagers behind me. Sure enough the idiot jumped on the brakes very late... I started rolling forward while watching in my mirror to see whether I would have to shoot through or not (which would have been difficult seeing there was a car right in front of me moving through their green light).

Eventually this guy screeches to a halt positioned where I was 2 seconds ago, I had moved several meters forward to get out of the way. So kids remember - intersections suck - always be ready to move (don't sit in neutral without some car padding around you). Lesson learned, next time i'll go through the just-red light.

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Top Speed

Wed Nov 12, 2008 9:25 am

by Weaver (Posted Wed Nov 12, 2008 9:25 am)

Well I know the bike will run fine without the speedo cable there at all. So with no speedo cable, that limiter which is connected to the speedo won't have any drive for rotation and in theory won't limit the speed.

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Speedometer stopped working, Please help.

Tue Nov 11, 2008 10:36 am

by LVZIT (Posted Tue Nov 11, 2008 10:36 am)

GREAT POST!
saved me a few $$$$ in labor.

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Idle adjustment cable spring

Thu Nov 06, 2008 8:50 pm

by prey (Posted Thu Nov 06, 2008 8:50 pm)

blaringmike wrote:They are probably in the Workshop manual. There is a link to download in from the main index page. If you head into your local Honda shop they've probably got one on the shelf.

I went into a honda dealer and they dont supply for grey imports and dont know if the Aus delivered one will be the same if it is i can get one so spose if anyone knows if that one will fit will be good.

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Rearsets

Wed Nov 05, 2008 6:45 pm

by prey (Posted Wed Nov 05, 2008 6:45 pm)

thanks mike i like those heel guards.. cheers

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poor acceleration and sounds bad

Wed Nov 05, 2008 5:51 pm

by blaringmike (Posted Wed Nov 05, 2008 5:51 pm)

If your plugs are only lasting 3 weeks there is a problem. I'd clean out your petrol tank as well as having the carbs looked at.

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hey everyone, quick question!

Sun Nov 02, 2008 4:15 pm

by cibblet (Posted Sun Nov 02, 2008 4:15 pm)

exactly what bikerwog said.
if u hit up eclipze he sells really good led bulbs and gives u a great instruction sheet with photos. i recommend them.

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wont start-i suspect fuel pump.any help in testing?

Sat Nov 01, 2008 11:49 pm

by philby (Posted Sat Nov 01, 2008 11:49 pm)

unfortunately it is an R and not a RR... so it has the pump.
I tried with an automotive fuel pump today but its still not starting.
Im pretty sure its flooding bad.
theres plenty of spark.

do you have to have the airbox on for starting?
a friend said it may need the extra vacumn (by having the filter on) to make the carbs work properly.
any clues there?

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replacing (most of) front end off another bike?

Sat Nov 01, 2008 4:38 pm

by cibblet (Posted Sat Nov 01, 2008 4:38 pm)

hey dude. u still trying to find a headlight and guage cluster. i might have a friend who has a spare one. let us know and i'll ask him bout it.

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