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Forum: CBR250 Appearance and Modifications Yesterday, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 519
Posted By gromit
A magnet sticks to it. I vote for steel.

A magnet sticks to it. I vote for steel.
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 06-15-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 268
Posted By gromit
Wait a minute does mean that if I take 10 lbs. of...

Wait a minute does mean that if I take 10 lbs. of air out of my tires the bike doesn't weigh 20 lbs. less. Maybe thats why bike is slower on race day than normal.
Forum: Honda CBR250 General Discussion 06-14-2013, 11:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 703
Posted By gromit
I have a plug kit that uses the co2 cartridges to...

I have a plug kit that uses the co2 cartridges to fill the tires and, knock on wood, I have not had to use it yet. I have heard that for our size tires you need 3-16gm cartridges for the front and...
Forum: CBR250 New Member Introductions 06-12-2013, 01:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By gromit
Only two real commercial choices 'Corbin' which...

Only two real commercial choices 'Corbin' which are very firm but will conform to your shape over time. You wont get instant relief but in the long run very nice. Seat runs $250 and the rear $189....
Forum: CBR250 New Member Introductions 06-07-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 531
Posted By gromit
Your best bet for a fender eliminator kit would...

Your best bet for a fender eliminator kit would be between Yoshimura / Targa / R&G Tail Tidy. All 3 are metal construction and quite good between $100 and $150. Google them, they are carried by...
Forum: CBR250 Parts and Accessories 06-07-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 237
Posted By gromit
Try a google search for nicecycle customer...

Try a google search for nicecycle customer reviews. You will find quite a few (most about the aftermarket fairings) but you will get a feeling about what others think.
Forum: CBR250 Appearance and Modifications 05-31-2013, 10:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,540
Posted By gromit
Considering some possible mods, those do not seem...

Considering some possible mods, those do not seem too bad at all.
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 05-29-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 718
Posted By gromit
shift mechanism

Inside the cover behind the shift lever is the shift drum stop. Its the star shaped plate with 6 pins coming out and a spring loaded lever with a roller. The shift lever engages a pin and rotates the...
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 05-26-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 947
Posted By gromit
That is not the oil drain plug. That is Part...

That is not the oil drain plug. That is Part #11107-KYS-900 (16mm sealing bolt) that blocks a hole in the crank case which is not used in our particular bike. The actual Oil Drain Plug is located...
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 05-25-2013, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By gromit
Pit Bull makes very strong and durable stands (at...

Pit Bull makes very strong and durable stands (at a premium price) which people swear by. There is one exception and that is the original front lift stand, which most everyone swears at. The pivot...
Forum: Test forum 05-25-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 259
Posted By gromit
I like your topic title. It reminds me of when...

I like your topic title. It reminds me of when the tickle me Elmo doll came out. "To make sure they were boys, before they left the factory each one was given two test tickles".
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 05-24-2013, 09:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 577
Posted By gromit
Just an addition to my previous post. I rechecked...

Just an addition to my previous post. I rechecked the shop manual torque spec numbers and there is nothing specific for the oil filter cover bolts but there is a spec for any 6mm
attaching bolt of...
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 05-24-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 577
Posted By gromit
There have been previous threads concerning oil...

There have been previous threads concerning oil cover bolts snapping (breaking off) when using the 9 ft/lb spec in the owners manual. That seems quite excessive for such a small bolt. The actual...
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 05-24-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 450
Posted By gromit
I'm sure there is a little buffer zone there...

I'm sure there is a little buffer zone there between too full and toooo full. If that 100 mi. wasn't all at one time you are probably all right. Remember to check the temp gage now and again 3 bars...
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 05-24-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 450
Posted By gromit
The engine does not hold much oil in the first...

The engine does not hold much oil in the first place and if it is over filled the engine whips it up into a froth and cant pump it thru the engine. Too much oil is not good at all. Check it as...
Forum: CBR250 Performance 05-19-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,623
Posted By gromit
loud enough to annoy your neighbors

The cost is so low you could easily adapt two and with and without much effort and could be mounted on a cbr250r.
Forum: Honda CBR250 General Discussion 05-18-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 434
Posted By gromit
I am not sure exactly what you are looking for...

I am not sure exactly what you are looking for but when you do a google search using your exact phrase - motorcycle safety foundation basic rider course - there are some good links including a...
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 05-18-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,429
Posted By gromit
The chain is an 'o' ring chain (there are rubber...

The chain is an 'o' ring chain (there are rubber o rings on all the side plates and pivots that seal the inside of the chain itself and has been permanently greased from the factory) but you should...
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 05-17-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 638
Posted By gromit
One other thing, avoid the spray in fix-a-flat...

One other thing, avoid the spray in fix-a-flat stuff. It does not work well and coats the inside of the rim with all kinds of sticky stuff that is horrible to remove when you eventually have to...
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 05-17-2013, 03:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 638
Posted By gromit
A plug in your tire is a plug and no one feels...

A plug in your tire is a plug and no one feels totally safe, but a rear tire is more controllable than a front if it loses air. That being said I have had plugged tires last for ever. If the hole is...
Forum: Other Honda Motorcycles 05-17-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 553
Posted By gromit
In some markets including several asian countries...

In some markets including several asian countries yearly emission certifications are required on all vehicles 250 cc and over. The cbr250r is actually 249 cc and is exempt. In those areas the 250 and...
Forum: Other Honda Motorcycles 05-15-2013, 02:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,421
Posted By gromit
That sounds like my kind of bike (if only that...

That sounds like my kind of bike (if only that job in the circus ever goes thru).
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 05-06-2013, 04:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 560
Posted By gromit
If it went directly from 5th to 2nd, something in...

If it went directly from 5th to 2nd, something in the shifting drum assembly is broken. To make a repair involves removing the engine (5.5 hours) replacing the broken part (1.5 hours) plus parts...
Forum: CBR250 Service and Maintenance 04-30-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 572
Posted By gromit
Spring time is a very busy time for dealership...

Spring time is a very busy time for dealership service departments and they can't even give a firm appointment. Last year at this time I had my 600 mi. service. I had to drop the bike off and wait...
Forum: CBR250 Problems and Issues 04-28-2013, 10:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 601
Posted By gromit
Hey billy nice to see you back. Problem is that...

Hey billy nice to see you back. Problem is that electronic fuel injection needs power to spray gas. Charge your battery up and you should be good to go. These things cant be bump started with a dead...
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