CBR250r mc19, if I was buying what should I look for?

**DrunkenMistake** · 14th September 2011, 12:34

Originally Posted by Sable

The other thing is that it's only illegal if you get caught. I got caught on a GB400 speeding with no L plates a couple years ago and I talked my way out of everything but the speeding fine. There's an exemption you can apply for too supposedly.

yah I was on my VFR 400 for what 5 months now I think, and I have been pulled over for speeding, and the cop ignored my license and just issued me a speeding ticket.

**sharp2183** · 15th September 2011, 19:04

Not to disagree with anyone on who has suggested other options, but I have had two MC19s and both have been awesome. I had a couple of big ducatis, an RVF and an NSR250 after the first and now have another (not my only bike though.) The CBR handles the worst of the lot, but will hang on with heaps of other bikes in most situations.

Sure, the 250 market will not be great when the new laws come in, but if they adopt the LAMS concept then the list of great sports bikes available to learners will not get that much longer. A well looked after CBR250 will still be a good little bike (and built way better than some newer varieties *cough Hyosung*) and will suit all but the tallest new riders. New riders are too often swayed by fancy fairings in my opinion. Unless it's an Aprilia.

One thing to look out for that isn't engine related: fucked suspension. Especially the rear. However even this shouldn't be a put off if the rest of the bike is good as I believe Dukic and CKT have second hand springs that should do the trick.

Just my 2 cents.

**DrunkenMistake** · 15th September 2011, 19:44

Originally Posted by sharp2183

One thing to look out for that isn't engine related: fucked suspension. Especially the rear. However even this shouldn't be a put off if the rest of the bike is good as I believe Dukic and CKT have second hand springs that should do the trick.

Just my 2 cents.

this is a common problem in most 20 year + hondas, well bikes in general.
They just get saggy, and the MC19 rear shock was never that great anyway.

**4AGE** · 15th September 2011, 20:25

Slightly OT.

How can i test rear shock performance? To see if its rooted or not.
Similar to bounce test with cars?

**DrunkenMistake** · 15th September 2011, 20:51

Jump on the bike, then jump up and down, if you hear is gasping for air, its a good indication it needs revalved,
you can see the shock on the MC19, if it looks rusty then well its rusty. haha

**ducatilover** · 15th September 2011, 21:17

Back to the CBR....
Do the usual bearing checks etc.
The fuel pump can give up on them.
Rape the shit out of it to check for flat spots.
It'll wheelie if you're keen too.

I'd much rather be on a Ducati, even though the 400 is a bit wheezy, it'll be more fun and look/sound like a real bike.

**nzspokes** · 15th September 2011, 21:24

Originally Posted by ducatilover

Back to the CBR....
Do the usual bearing checks etc.
The fuel pump can give up on them.
Rape the shit out of it to check for flat spots.
It'll wheelie if you're keen too.

I'd much rather be on a Ducati, even though the 400 is a bit wheezy, it'll be more fun and look/sound like a real bike.

But as the law wont change untill next year 250 it must be. And the Duc is sold.

Not really sure which way to go. I like me CBX, just want more powa!!

**ducatilover** · 15th September 2011, 21:29

Originally Posted by nzspokes

But as the law wont change untill next year 250 it must be. And the Duc is sold.

Not really sure which way to go. I like me CBX, just want more powa!!

All the 4cyl 250's are shit until you get above 10,000rpm.
The only four stroke 250 I'd like to own again is a VT250 Spada. At least you can ride them without doing a million RPM and they still have 40hp.

The CBR isn't very comfy either. Very fun bikes though.

**DrunkenMistake** · 15th September 2011, 21:39

Originally Posted by ducatilover

All the 4cyl 250's are shit until you get above 10,000rpm.
The only four stroke 250 I'd like to own again is a VT250 Spada. At least you can ride them without doing a million RPM and they still have 40hp.

The CBR isn't very comfy either. Very fun bikes though.

Hard on the wrists and ankles I found.

Just get a 400 VFR or something,
Looks like a 250 from a distance, not that its going to matter,
just dont get pulled over, and if you do sweet talk your way out of it im still on my Restricted and I had my 400 for 5ish months and got pulled over twice and only got one ticket for speeding.

**ducatilover** · 15th September 2011, 21:47

Originally Posted by DrunkenMistake

Hard on the wrists and ankles I found.

Just get a 400 VFR or something,
Looks like a 250 from a distance, not that its going to matter,
just dont get pulled over, and if you do sweet talk your way out of it im still on my Restricted and I had my 400 for 5ish months and got pulled over twice and only got one ticket for speeding.

ZZR600 or GTFO

**Grantman_** · 15th September 2011, 21:55

10,000 - 19,000 is still one hefty powerband. I can ride at 50k and slowly accelerate in 6th gear without any drama on the mc22, but definitely if you want all the horsies foaming you get the revs up 10k +.

The slouchy sportbike position fits me fine and I've done 3hr stints without issues. Depends on your build and how well the bike fits you.

**DrunkenMistake** · 15th September 2011, 21:59

Originally Posted by Grantman_

10,000 - 19,000 is still one hefty powerband. I can ride at 50k and slowly accelerate in 6th gear without any drama on the mc22, but definitely if you want all the horsies foaming you get the revs up 10k +.

The slouchy sportbike position fits me fine and I've done 3hr stints without issues. Depends on your build and how well the bike fits you.