A liquid-cooled 249.4cc Single powers the CBR250R (Ninja 250 is a Parallel Twin), with a 76mm bore and 55mm stroke. A four-valve head tops the Single, actuated by dual overhead cams. Smoothing out the Single’s inherent vibes is a counterbalanced shaft. Where the Ninja 250R is carbureted , the CBR will utilize Honda’s programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI). A six-speed gear box will divvy out the power, with a final chain drive.
The Honda CBR250R has a steel frame with unadjustable conventional forks and a Pro-Link rear shock. A single brake disc with a three-piston Nissin caliper provides braking power. In the tight stuff, the CBR 250′s smaller stature and light weight are a plus, allowing it to move comfortably through the turns. arger, faster bikes are a blast to ride and have a studly factor that is hard not to enjoy. The Honda CBR250R cannot compete on that level. Novices looking for a confidence-building first date can’t go wrong with the forgiving, but spirited, 250 and it is a great stepping stone to faster sport bikes.
Honda CBR 250R 2011: | |
Engine Type | 249.4cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke |
Bore and Stroke: | 76mm x 55mm |
Compression Ratio: | 10.7:1 |
Valve Train: | DOHC; four valves per cylinder |
Induction: | PGM-FI, 38mm throttle body |
Ignition: | Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance |
Transmission: | Six-speed |
Final Drive: | O-Ring Chain |
Front Suspension: | Front: 37mm fork; 4.65 inches travel |
Rear Suspension: | Rear: Pro-Link single shock with five positions |
Front Brakes: | Front: Single 296mm disc |
Rear Brake: | Rear: Single 220mm disc |
Seat Height: | 30.5 inches |
Fuel Capacity: | 3.4 gal. |
Curb Weight: | 357 pounds |