Recommended 250s... opinions??

**Delirium** · 29th September 2006, 22:04

hey there im new on this site, and am on the look out for my first bike. after a bit of thinking and discussion with the olds, i think il be looking at getting a bike from a dealer. idealy, i want something on the lines of a cbr, zxr fzr etc. not keen on 2 strokes. this means that from a dealer, im looking at about 5g +. iv riden a cbr250r before and that impressed the hell out of me. my dads a honda man aswell so i think il look for a cbr250r/rr as they pop up in the motorcycle trader quite frequently. anyway i just want your guys' opinions on your bikes that you own, what they are like etc, or even if you have riden something before. also other people on this site can use this thread as a bit of a reference aswell.
chur,
cameron

**Mr. Peanut** · 29th September 2006, 22:08

Buy a 400cc, just dont get caught

**disenfranchised** · 29th September 2006, 22:54

I got into bikes only a couple of months ago, and was pretty much thinking along the same lines as you seem to be....4 stroke, dealer etc...

I decided on the Hyosung GT250

Having just done the first 1000k's and having had no problems, I can't help but recommend the bike.

Because I'm a new rider I guess I can't compare it to anything else (except the GN125 I did the basic handling skills test on...which was shit btw...) but it has been a very easy and smooth transition into bikes.
No mechanical problems at all, easy to ride, and cheap to run.

**Jeaves** · 29th September 2006, 23:28

Originally Posted by Delirium

. not keen on 2 strokes.

Dont be scared of the ozone killers

**Drum** · 29th September 2006, 23:28

I wouldnt worry too much about what 2fiddie youre riding, because youre going to be riding a different bike in 12 months time (or 18mths or whatever).

Reliability is more important than looks. Just my 2c

**The Big J** · 30th September 2006, 11:54

Hi
After riding a bike for 6 months I had a crack for 10 minutes on a CBR250 and am thoroughly convinced that bike is a widowmaker no less.
Yes it was fun but I didn't have the self control for it or the income for the fines.
That said they are nice bikes.

**mynameis** · 30th September 2006, 19:55

Don't think you'll get a CBR 250 RR from a dealer for 5 g mate, have a good look around they all would be between 6-7 g and lucky if you find one from a dealer for 5 g.

CBR 250 RR and ZXR 250 are the most commmon and popular learner bike 4 stroke 4 cylinders and good grunt. Good handling and very reliable they are if well looked after

**Mr. Peanut** · 30th September 2006, 20:03

Get a GN250 and thrash it mercilessly.
Or Get a 400cc and dont get caught.

ZXR250's and CBR250's are overpriced handbags

**McJim** · 30th September 2006, 20:12

Can't really make a recommendation coz you haven't really said what you want the bike for.

Are you wanting to go as fast as possible and thrash the beast to within an inch of it's life? Then try to get a 4 cylinder 4 stroke or a 2 stroke 250.(CBR250RR,GSX250R..Across, Bandit 250 Katana 250, RG250, NSR250 etc.)

Are you looking for balance - i.e. a bike that will be capable of scaring you shitless for the first 12 months but a good commuter? then get a V-Twin (VTR250, GT250R) or a parallel twin (GPX250/GSX250)

Or are you looking for a gutless but economic commuter? (I don't think you are but thought I'd throw this in the mix anyway) GN250,CB250 and Yamaha's latest offering the Scorpio 250/225....do we know what fucken size this will be yet?

**Mr. Peanut** · 30th September 2006, 20:36

Those GPX250's are SERIOUSLY underated...

**McJim** · 30th September 2006, 20:54

Originally Posted by MrPeanut

Those GPX250's are SERIOUSLY underated...

Why, have they got some sort of advanced injection system or summit?

What is their hp at the crank?

**SwanTiger** · 30th September 2006, 21:02

Originally Posted by McJim

Why, have they got some sort of advanced injection system or summit?

What is their hp at the crank?

About 40 HP last time I checked. More like 35 I'd guess, though.

Peanus is right, they are under-rated motorcycles, but still old technology.

**MSTRS:Me** · 30th September 2006, 21:13

Originally Posted by SwanTiger

About 40 HP last time I checked. More like 35 I'd guess, though.

Peanus is right, they are under-rated motorcycles, but still old technology.

The Eliminator (cruiser) uses the same engine - think they are 33-35hp.
And what is wrong with old technology?? Tried and proven, if it aint broke then don't fuck with it....

**Delirium** · 30th September 2006, 21:53

cheers people.
iv seen a few cbr250rr for 5.5-7g and zxr's are pretty much teh same, or a tad less. i think thats what im looking for realy. iv riden a cbr250r before and that didnt scare me.... iv had plenty experience with fast cars in my time so the straight line performance is not unfamiliar, but thats not what i want the bike for. iv matured from the 'speedy' phaze everyone goes through and want a bike for the pure enjoyment of riding. you all know what i mean.. need i say more?
cheers guys