[ManasN95]

Originally Posted by iamahunter

Need a reliable mechanic contact for my CBR250R.

Anybody know of a trustworthy and thorough mechanic for the CBR in the Mumbai Suburbs.

Hi, I was in the same boat as yours, and on googling for the same, believe me, I held a lot of calls to judge the overall communication for building a trust, I came across a garage called DesiMechi at Andheri.

They seem be a well set up, knowledgeable people, especially Vijay who spoke with me. He understood all the things I discussed and I have good vibes about the place. They also offer pick up and drop, so you being in Mumbai, can avail that too.

I'm *yet* to service my CBR, but you can call them up, give them a try.

I've a couple of other options, but they're in Kurla and Thane area.

If you do go ahead with anyone, please post a review.

[ManasN95]

Hi, on looking for the source of the handlebar wobbling, which is mild, but present nonetheless, I came to know from a mechanic that my front tyre is on it's last legs; probably another 1500-2000 KMs or so. Current odometer stands at 11800.





Any suggestions for the front?

Apollo H1 have been suggested, any other options I should look out for?

[VijayAnand1]

Originally Posted by ManasN95

Hi, on looking for the source of the handlebar wobbling, which is mild, but present nonetheless, I came to know from a mechanic that my front tyre is on it's last legs; probably another 1500-2000 KMs or so. Current odometer stands at 11800.

Any suggestions for the front?

Apollo H1 have been suggested, any other options I should look out for?

Hope I've not jumped here to haunt again, you can try Masseters

110/70-17 MFX

140/70-17 MSX-MCT

Masseter's are bias ply and not radial, same setup as the stock, bias ply are compartively cheaper, but you pay extra for the radial for what they are, improved contact patch, softer ride quality and just a sticker on a tire that reads radial is satisfying. (just kiddn)

Cheers!
VJ

[aargee]

Originally Posted by VijayAnand1

you can try Masseters

But why? Michelin is not only Rs 700 cheaper, but we all know former is miles ahead superior to dear MRF; hence asking why?

[VijayAnand1]

Originally Posted by aargee

But why? Michelin is not only Rs 700 cheaper, but we all know former is miles ahead superior to dear MRF; hence asking why?

aargee, how are you? Long time, hope all is safe on your side. Well, Manas had already DM'ed me and the above options was listed by me, including the prices. Since he wanted a few more options, added one, so that he makes his own decision.

Cheers!
VJ

[ashwinprakas]

Hi Guys,

Please suggest alternative Front Turn Indicators for the CBR250R, I'd need to display the motorcycle to the RTO for transfer purposes and I've been informed to bring a stock motorcycle, but the motorcycle currently has flush mounted indicators installed.

Hence kindly suggest a suitable alternative that offers a near stock look to the motorcycle.

P.S. CBR250R Stock Indicators are out of stock everywhere.

Thanks in advance,
A.P.

[aravind.anand]

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

Hi Guys,

Please suggest alternative Front Turn Indicators for the CBR250R, I'd need to display the motorcycle to the RTO for transfer purposes and I've been informed to bring a stock motorcycle, but the motorcycle currently has flush mounted indicators installed.

Hence kindly suggest a suitable alternative that offers a near stock look to the motorcycle.

P.S. CBR250R Stock Indicators are out of stock everywhere.

Thanks in advance,
A.P.

Not too sure, but the Honda Unicorn's indicators 'look' very similar to the one on the CBR250R. Even if is not a direct fit, you should be able to manage the fitness test with them.

[aargee]

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

P.S. CBR250R Stock Indicators are out of stock everywhere.

Front or rear or all 4 please?

Originally Posted by VijayAnand1

aargee, how are you? Long time, hope all is safe on your side

Dangerously close to being fantabulous Trust everything is safe with you & yours

[ashwinprakas]

Originally Posted by aargee

Front or rear or all 4 please?

Front Indicators.

Though if there are suitable rear ones as well then I'd not mind buying and keeping a spare set just in case.

P.S. This is what she looks like now;



Thanks in advance.
A.P.

[supremeBaleno]

The OE Exide battery of my 2014 CBR250 gave up last week. Replaced it with a new Amaron Pro Rider AP-BTZ7L.
After reducing 150 for the old battery, paid Rs1550.

The manufacture code being 2013, it lasted 8 years which is the highest battery life I have ever got in a car/bike.
Looks like sparingly used cars/bikes get the max battery life - the bike has done just 20000kms in 7 years.
My Dad & FIL's car batteries routinely last ~6 years, while I barely get 4 years in my regularly running Baleno.

PS : Had to try a few stores before I could get the battery. Was told CBR250 batteries are not in stock.

[aargee]

Originally Posted by supremeBaleno

PS : Had to try a few stores before I could get the battery. Was told CBR250 batteries are not in stock.

That is true; I suffered a little to buy one somewhere between Feb-Apr 2021. Out of frustration, I started walking into every Exide dealer one by one & fortunately I was able to get hold of Exide XLTZ7 on the 3rd shop I visited. I think I paid some 1.6K or so after exchanging the old one.

OE lasting 8 years...you're very very lucky person

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

Though if there are suitable rear ones as well then I'd not mind buying and keeping a spare set just in case.

Arranged all 4 OE; I will be buying them on 31-Aug. When do you intent to visit RTO? If it's post Aug 15, then I can save some shipping charges for you as well

[ashwinprakas]

Originally Posted by aargee

Arranged all 4 OE; I will be buying them on 31-Aug. When do you intent to visit RTO? If it's post Aug 15, then I can save some shipping charges for you as well

Thank you! If it's not too much trouble may I trouble you in sourcing a fuel filter or two as well.

Every other consumable had been changed by Shaan when the motorcycle was with him at Hyderabad.

I tried to source a few consumables was successful in getting grips and throttle cables but no luck with the fuel filter.

The appointment with RTO is said to be around the 1st of August, for that I'm guessing I'll manage with the anything from some other Hero or Honda, the one below a friend shared is from Passion Pro;



I'm hoping that would be enough to pass the inspection.

After that I'd be taking apart a few things and would change to original indicators then.

The headlight was a LED one which was useless, I scrapped it the moment I got the bike and installed a spare from the Alto.





I have to say, swapping out the LED for a Halogen was a piece of cake, compared to this on my P220 I'd have to remove the fuel tank to change my headlight bulbs.


Will keep sharing developments, also I sense you're planning on a ride to KL. If so please do share dates!

Regards,
A.P.

[swiftnfurious]

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

Front Indicators.

Though if there are suitable rear ones as well then I'd not mind buying and keeping a spare set just in case.

P.S. This is what she looks like now;

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A.P.

Saw this on Amazon, shape is same as stock ones.

A2D Orginal Style OEM Bike Front Turn Inidicators Orange/Amber Light Set Of 2 For Honda CBR-250 https://www.amazon.in/dp/B075MHZVJL/...ing=UTF8&psc=1

[aargee]

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

Thank you! If it's not too much trouble may I trouble you in sourcing a fuel filter or two as well

Not a trouble, but only thing is, if fuel filter is not available off the shelf then I've to come with only 4 turn lights as I see there's not enough time for the ASC to procure the parts through other sources as well, they usually need couple of days to week's time for sourcing.

Once I pick the 4 turn lights for you tomorrow, I'll keep your posted.

[ashwinprakas]

Originally Posted by aargee

Not a trouble, but only thing is, if fuel filter is not available off the shelf then I've to come with only 4 turn lights as I see there's not enough time for the ASC to procure the parts through other sources as well, they usually need couple of days to week's time for sourcing.

Once I pick the 4 turn lights for you tomorrow, I'll keep your posted.

Thank you. There is no urgency in fact the assurance of availability itself is enough to keep me at ease cause spare availability here is nothing but pathetic. If bringing indicators alone are a concern then I'm more than glad to have everything couriered together as during today's trials I figured that I'd need to order one more part.



Namely Part 2 and 4.

The previous owner and mechanic are to blame due installing the crappy flush mounted indicators and LED Headlight. The bullet connectors of the these Chinese accessories are of inferior quality and it is no surprise that I found the male connector lodged inside one of the female connectors on the harness side.

But what really caught my by surprise was the shear carelessness/laziness of the mechanic who fixed the issue by splicing the indicator wire to connect it to the bare wire lead of the Indicator.

I for one cannot respect a mechanic with such shoddy workmanship.

Not to mention the splicing was so poorly done that even looking at it makes me sad.

Anyhow I was able to find alternative indicators for the CBR.





These would do to pass the inspection I believe, these are from the Honda Dream Yuga and a direct fit on the CBR.

Only concern I have with Honda is that they do no sell the Indicator's Nut along with the indicator. Which makes absolutely no sense and that makes sense cause the Nut wasn't available anywhere. The reason I mentioned the Nut is cause the flush mounted indicators had different size and thread nuts on each installed cross threaded ofcourse, which again speaks of the mechanics workmanship.

The only thing left was the Saree Guard and I neither for love nor for money could source one. I tried all avenues including reaching out to a handful of scrap dealers and no one could really help us.

But finally a cousin of a biker friend of mine was kind enough to lend me his which I drove about 120+ Kms just to collect and in the process had the opportunity to meetup fellow Tbhpian Pramod as well as I was instructed by a fellow biker to transport some parts to him which I presume is for an interesting rebuild.

Now why am I so concerned about the Saree Guard on a motorcycle like the CBR you may be wondering, well I'm from KL and here the RTO is very strict and I simply didn't want to risk it.

That's all for now, would post more updates as time progresses.

Regards,
A.P.