Hi guys. Just picked up my bike this afternoon. I managed to find a used one w/ 700 miles for $3k. It's a steal if you ask me. This is my first bike. Im terrified already. I almost died twice on the way home. Once when a guy turned left in front of me and I was in the straight lane and once when I got just mosied on into the lane I was in. I knew you were supposed to ride like you were invisible, but dang.
First questions:
How do I know if it has ABS? I think it does as the owner's manual that came with it said "CBR250R/A" and I think the last letter means ABS but how do I know for sure?
The insurance people said if I join a club, it decreases my insurance rates. You think this decrease equates to the cost to join? Any other suggestions for decreasing insurance rates besides MSF (already done)?
Suggestions for first modifications? Seems like it's almost perfect the way it is...
Hi guys. Just picked up my bike this afternoon. I managed to find a used one w/ 700 miles for $3k. It's a steal if you ask me. This is my first bike. Im terrified already. I almost died twice on the way home. Once when a guy turned left in front of me and I was in the straight lane and once when I got just mosied on into the lane I was in. I knew you were supposed to ride like you were invisible, but dang.
First questions:
How do I know if it has ABS? I think it does as the owner's manual that came with it said "CBR250R/A" and I think the last letter means ABS but how do I know for sure?
The insurance people said if I join a club, it decreases my insurance rates. You think this decrease equates to the cost to join? Any other suggestions for decreasing insurance rates besides MSF (already done)?
Suggestions for first modifications? Seems like it's almost perfect the way it is...
Welcome fellow Texan,
Look at the front of your bike. ABS bikes have "Combined ABS" on the front fender written parallel to the fork on the piece that extends down. Google it and see a picture. If yours doesn't say "Combined ABS", it probably doesn't have ABS. I think the owner's manual is the same for both bikes.
Consider safety upgrades as your first mods. I bought a high visibility jacket, put some reflective stickers on my helmet, got a LED underglow kit, and reflective rim decals. Ride with your high beam on at all times. Consider some P3s or Hyperlites brake flashers. If you think you might drop it, get some Yoshimura frame sliders.
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2012 CBR250RA all black w/ ABS, blackened muffler heat guard, P3 brake flashers TS+.
Green: reflective rim decals, LED lighting, custom "to punish and enslave..." lettering.
Riding gear: Icon Contra Mil-Spec Hi-Viz & HJC CL-16 helmet
Ah, well I see what you're talking about and it's not there. Also realized there's no sensor wheel which should be a dead giveaway. Not too worried about that, though. Still think I got it for a steal. Every other used one I've seen goes for at least $4k with more miles on it.
I've already got all my gear (jacket, pants, gloves, helmet (to the tune of $1500 (cheaper than a hospital visit))) except for the boots because I have abnormally large feet and it's a serious PITA to find any type of shoes. I'm gonna grab a high visibility, reflective vest from a friend later and I think that'll be it in that department...
I dont think I'm going to ride with my high beam on at night. I stood in front of it while a friend rode around the parking lot with it on and it's blinding at best. Same deal with the brake flashers. I dont know what P3s are. I dont think any of this has any added visibility...its just obnoxious.
I don't think I'll drop it, but I dont suppose anyone does, so I'll look into those frame sliders.
Welcome to the trail fellow Houstonian. I grew up there & moved up to NW Arkansas in 1978 when I was 14. Lived off of Stella Link & Old S. Main came together. Bet it has changed quite abit since then. Enjoy the new ride & Live to ride ride to live & RIDE TO CRASH.
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Welcome. Glad you took the MSF course. Lower your rates by: keeping your driving record clean, getting older, getting married, buying a house, combining auto/bike/home insurance with one company, eliminating Collision and Comprehensive coverage if you do not owe money on the bike and you can afford the potential loss, buy a second bike, make sure to always pay your premium on time, take advantage of "paid in full" discounts on your premium, ride the bike for pleasure use (or at least tell them that's what you're doing), find out which clubs you can join that will allow you to get a discount on insurance. That's all that I can think of right now. Good luck!
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Hi guys. Just picked up my bike this afternoon. I managed to find a used one w/ 700 miles for $3k. It's a steal if you ask me.
Welcome to the forum Brooks. You most definitely got a good deal. Did the original owner have the 600 mile service preformed? If not, that would be something you should consider doing soon. Your going to enjoy your cbr250r. They are a great all around motorcycle. Be safe out there, and enjoy.
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