2011 Honda CBR250R Review by MotorcycleDaily.com

[Northstar-Media]

I have just bought this bike full ABS version build & ride quality is fantastic & I have had CBR 600F GPZ 500 & this little Honda brings a smile to my face every time its so light & flick able with punchy engine ...I just ride it & love it .

[TheKaymor]

i got this bike 6 months ago and i love it, its my first bike, was easy to learn how to ride.

[TheBrokenBMW]

I'm experienced rider of 20 yrs, owned many bike. I bought one recently, love it!!

[basstech]

I got this bike yesterday and it is the perfect bike for me. other 250cc bikes can't on the inter state but this can do that. It is quiet and smooth.

[richrokk]

I recently rode one of these little babys into the surface of the Sun and found it surprsingly capable of handling the atmosphere (or lack thereof ) of outerspace. It didn't hold up too well although to the Suns scorching temperatures and virtually melted on impact. I had to walk back to Earth but still I had few complaints, the ride was fun and surprisingly comfortable most of the way.

[TreyEthridge]

I bought one of these bikes yesterday. I am very pleased with my purchase. I've had a 1500cc cruiser for the past 12 years (Still have it). I got this for commuting. I've been on the interstate and I got it up to 82 mph easily. I weigh about 135 lbs, so I'm sure that is a factor. I love how nimble it feels. Hopefully I can manage close to 70 mpg. If so, I'm sure I'll continue to be happy.

[Quetzecoatl]

I bought this bike for myself 4 months ago, and I'm still having a blast on it. I can say this too, it doesn't matter if the Busa 250 is faster, or the Ninja 250 is faster, I have gotten my CBR up to 90mph, which is well over the speed limit of any public road, so speed doesn't really matter (unless you're an adrenaline junkie, then why are you on a 250 in the first place). And personally... The Busa is just way too bulky for me, but that's personal preference.

[cagednm]

The 250R is a perfect beginner's bike. It isnt that fast but its just perfect for Track days/ city commuting.

[CycleCruza]

I'd rather have the better gas mileage than the extra power. I like it just the way it is.

[mosellid]

When i moved here to The Phllippines, i first bought an CBR 150 R FI. The reason was it was so damn cheap compare to the 250 R and after some mods, it was still cheaper but also faster. It was an excellent city /short trip machine and never had any problems. Then ii bought an CBR 600 RR. Of course a totally different bike. Better for long rides and more stress on City and short rides. The bike don`t like that.I think the CBR 250 R would be great for city, short, to school or just a bike to chill around with on a nice summer day. Maybe something extra beside your car or bigger bike. Am actually planning to buy an single cylinder bike again. Miss that one :)

[Chijousaikyo]

I Own an 08 Gixxer750 and I simply love this honda, I think for around town and short trips is great. You just put some money like Bazzaz, better tires and its enough, makes a great bike

[cheezgrated]

@NguyenEmpir3 He mentioned an aftermarket fuel management and ignition controller by Bazazz (might be the Z-Fi QS quick shift). It momentarily cuts spark just before shifting to allow engine speed to drop and let the next gear engage without trouble. There's a sensor that watches the shift lever.

[cheezgrated]

The stock exhaust looks just fine to me, and most 250 makers want to keep costs down to attract buyers. Aftermarket is a great option if you want a snazzier, higher flowing and more expensive pipe.

[cheezgrated]

Different priorities. If you only ever ride in the city, the 250 makes a fantastic commuter or pint-sized sportsbike. When the road opens up on a weekend or after work ride, you might want a bit more punch. Have enough throttle to pick you back up after an enjoyable corner.

The best setup would be a garage with room for two bikes though. Then you can have it all.

[cheezgrated]

It depends how hard you ride the bike. My bike has the fuel computer and the pipe, and I get about 65 mpg in mixed riding. If you're mostly above 8000 rpm, then you're going to use much more fuel. If you relax the throttle, then good economy.

A Ninja 650 would also consume gas like a compact car if flogged all the time, but you're more likely to get a ticket if you're within or near city limits. A smaller bike lets you play at the limit more easily. See the racing series in Canada for example.

[cheezgrated]

People complained that the earlier bikes with the separate headlamps for low and high beam looked broken, because one headlamp would be on at a time. Win some, lose some. ;)

[cheezgrated]

The CBR250R runs lean for emissions and for fuel economy, not performance. A fuel controller makes the mix richer for performance. The aftermarket computers are also tuned for the bike, so they won't cause motor damage or make the bike run poorly if installed correctly.

[cheezgrated]

Test ride it. My friend was 290 lb and I set the bike to the stiffest preload for him.

[sigilofbolias]

Ugh I love this bike but it really does feel sluggish... 2 months in and I'm really craving a 600 already.

[josephv]

I agree. Everyone who rides a new bike vs this modified one will wonder why it does not perform the same. As well my Suzuki 750 got over 50 mpg. Wont messing with the mixture be hard on the engine too? They are designed to run at a certain mixture ration for a reason. Does look like a fun bike though.