[Flechazo]

Hi. I would like to say don't focus too much on service aspect as of now. I was also a student few months ago, and I can say we can take a day or two to fix some of the issues. Also, this will teach you some things about the bikes. I learned what noises are made by chain on it's end of life, or what is a tappet noise on my bike.

Secondly, if the primary use case is in city, do not go above 300 cc(low compression 300 is okay like cbr 300r, but not anything like ns400 or duke 390). In city my ns200 heats a lot and 400 would be a even bigger hassle due to this. Also, the fuel efficiency from 400s is quite low, and we don't want to put additional burden of fuel expenses on parents after buying such expensive bikes. I would suggest you to try 200s first. This includes rc 200, xmr 210, ns200 and Rtr200 4v. Also try out mt-15 if you like the looks, although would say this would feel underpowered compared to 200. All of these are excellent city bikes, with good highway capabilities and dual channel abs for safety. If only you don't feel the thrill, you should look at 250s and 300 like Gixxer sf250, duke 250, rtr 310 and cbr 300r. All of these bikes are nimble for city usage. My pick would be sf250 and rtr310. Sf250 because of good mix of performance, smoothness, looks and efficiency. Rtr because it's acceleration can rival even the 400s, and is the most fun to ride bike.

[ced_rides]

Originally Posted by YoungDumbBroke

Hello everyone, I'm a long time reader but a first time poster.

This will be my first reply or post on team bhp, I personally own a CB300r (Spartan Red) which I purchased the previous month( June), after having the same questions which bugged me for over 6 months.

I have to say the bike is beautiful and performs as it should with it's holy smooth engine. If you are looking for a unique factor and reliability, this bike should be a no brainer. Also as this would be my first bike I really didn't bother about any fancy gimmicks like the ride modes, Traction Control, and Quick Shifter (which would have been sweet if it were to be there). My reason for this is that you need to experience real riding. This bikes excels at giving you a pure sensation. Which I did not feel in other bikes after riding this one. Quality wise everything feels premium except for the rear seat and instrument cluster. The pillion seat is actually quite comfortable, but it is a hinderance for the rider if there is a pillion. Plastics are surprisingly very good. Almost all the components are machined aluminum, except for the thin steel tube chassis and the handlebar. Everything else is fiber.

The sales are slow, yes, but its kind of like a premium experience. You receive the latest manufactured bike there is, I have received delivery of a bike manufactured during April end. But I had to wait for about two weeks to get it.

Well now here comes the sad part, I met with a small fender bender on 24th July, 4 days after my first service at 700km( which went smoothly with a one day return ), where the Fuel tank cover broke . As you have mentioned parts for this bike is, well, they have to go through their stocks, if it is not there, they import from Japan or Thailand supposedly. So, it takes time, as of yet my bike is still in the service center. They said that it would take another week. Hoping that the parts would arrive early. But the spare parts are on the cheaper side as it is made from fiber.

If you are okay with the parts situation, I would say go for it. Ask the Showroom for a long test ride and try out everything you have to.

I had considered the speed 400, the power is very good, especially the torque delivery comes in very early. Quality is very good, the fit and finish , chrome, diamond cuts, etc. But it looked a bit odd for my taste. Another plus is that it has a very comfortable pillion seat. I had ridden my friends duke 250, Its a great bike with almost the same characteristics of the Honda, but i felt that its too common, Also I know a person who had seized their engine after some time. The features on that thing are crazy, but I have not test ridden the current model. You can have a shot at it. I would say you could test ride the sister brand Husqvarna. they are a bit unique with different riding postures. Not really sure about the Guerrilla 450, has good specs but its a RE. If you are willing to extend your budget by a bit more I would suggest you to try the TVS rr310, great bike, looks amazing, handles like a sport bike, power is sufficient and right, gets attention ( especially if you buy the BMW counterpart, which will set you back another 50k).

One thing I'll tell you no regrets buying my bike, I'm just patiently waiting for it to return from the service center to ride her again as soon possible.

Thanks

[tc89]

If you can find a bs4 low milage CB300R there is nothing like it, please stay away from the bs6 versions they have a lot of issues !
I personally own the BS4 , have used it for about 5 years and it's a wonderful machine.

The only thing to note about the CB is that it has sold in low volumes and that affects the spares availability (though major things dont go wrong) and the number of after market accessories specifically designed for it.

Maintainence cost is about 5K a year.

[t3rm1n80r]

Originally Posted by tc89

If you can find a bs4 low milage CB300R there is nothing like it, please stay away from the bs6 versions they have a lot of issues !

May I know what kind of issues does the BS6 versions have?