ARE 250CC BIKES EVEN WORTH BUYING? | HONDA CBR250R REVIEW | BEGINNER MOTORCYCLE | FIRST INPRESSION

[@Dufftruck7]

As a 19 year old, my 250r was the best purchase ever, I've put 7k km (4k miles or so) and I've had 0 issues, its light, fun, fast enough for highway, it has no problem running at 7k rpm all day long. And cheap as hell

[@devenwylie6357]

Question for you. I’m 18 and I want a bike and I was looking at these and wondering how much do you pay a month for motorcycle insurance? Get back to me if you can thanks!

[@Dufftruck7]

@@devenwylie6357 Hope its not to late, I live in ontario, where we have pretty much the worst insurance rates in north america or at least top 3. I pay about $1200 CAD a year with my M2 (learners permit, not a full license) EDIT: i've put 12,000 KM on the bike since i bought it, still ride it hard and have absolutly 0 complaints

[@devenwylie6357]

@@Dufftruck7 thank you!

[@KartyMcFarty]

What insurance company are you with? I'm about the same age and looking at the same bike. Gonna get my m2 in a few days and don't want to get screwed around with insurance

[@devenwylie6357]

@@KartyMcFarty I have a ninja 300 and live in Jersey. I’m 18 and It only costs me 300 for the whole year through progressive so I didn’t think that was too bad especially not riding before i thought it was fair.

[@sights1018]

I picked up a 2018 CBR 250 for $2200 in perfect condition with only 1,830 miles on it. I love that dang girl! She will do 90 mph with my 6'0" 185 lb frame. This bike is super light and easy to control. No dents, no scratches, not issues at all. The guy I bought it from just didn't like it anymore because he wanted a 600cc bike and just wanted it gone, hence the low price I got it for. I have no need to go 180 mph, so this 250cc bike is perfect for me to ride to work once or twice a week.

[@jesseshasteen8158]

This is exactly how I feel everyone I know thinks I just wanna go fast but I just want to start riding

[@infinity8x3]

@@jesseshasteen8158 same

[@izzzybeee333]

I’m praying for a local listing like this. Oh my😭

[@its12gagebruh31]

How well would it do with me and my girlfriend on it will it still go well on the highway I'm 6'2" about 200 lbs

[@louisschnoebelen6942]

@@its12gagebruh31 I’m 6’1”, 220 lbs and without a pillion this bike struggles to get up to 80 mph. I’ve ridden it with my daughter on back a few times and the most notable difference will be braking (much longer distances for stopping). The ninja 300 is much quicker and the cbr500 even more so, but I prefer the cbr250r due to it being much more comfortable. I ride twice as far in the 250 as I could on the ninja or the cbr500r due to the more comfortable seat and riding position. Hope this helps.

[@christianchance5958]

Small bikes are fun as hell I don't care who else doesn't know that

[@RYU583]

Hell yeah they are fun.

[@SorchyMusic]

Same goes for cars as well. I used to own the old CBR250rr that revs out to 19000rpm's and a wr450 supermoto conversion, and both those bikes are nothing compared to proper sport bikes but I would go the smaller bikes everytime. I now own an NA Mazda MX-5 and this thing is like a go-kart for the road. Closest thing to a bike without actually getting a bike :P

[@RYU583]

@@SorchyMusic facts. People just want to be able to spew numbers to impress while missing out on joys such as this

[@gmanlimitedanderson-0drisc211]

I've got big bike but I love banging gears on my GD250R so much fun and it's cheap 👊

[@jseden]

Agreed! I've ridden a rebel250 daily for two years, 10k miles and still love the thing! It's perfect in the city and still capable of sustaining 70 when I wanna jump on the highway for 10-20 mins. Every time I seriously consider getting something larger, I think about how light the rebel is and how I'll lose the 70mpg I'm currently getting. I definitely will get something more suited for longer trips someday but I'll be keeping the rebel! It's just such an awesome, reliable little machine!

[@Xachremos]

I rode one of these for like 4 days while I was doing my safety course to get my license and I loved it. Not anemic like the CBR125 I started on but not much less powerful than the CB500F I finished on. I'm looking into buying one right now, there's a few for $2500CAD (around $2000USD) within half an hour from me. going to see one this weekend. I'm super exited. The 500 twin sounds so good though, but those are expensive. Update: I bought one from a dealer about 45 minutes away for $2200 + $200 delivery. Super excited to take ownership of it.

[@TheMiniWumbo]

What year? Congrats!

[@kurticusmaximus]

I've got a 2011 250r, I've got 11k miles on mine. I am a super small guy. You are correct, I can hit mid 90s on mine. I have contemplated getting a bigger bike, but this bike has saved me multiple times from speeding tickets. Insurance is cheap, and gas mileage is in the mid 70s. There is no better value for fun/cost/safety/reliability than the CBR250R

[@rvjr]

I bought mine brand new exactly 10 years ago. I still have it. 34000 miles, 4 sets of tires, 3 chains later. It's still going strong. I could have flipped it for what I got it for but when the industry moved to 300cc that killed the resale value for the 250. But what's great about this bike is that it's cheap to run, cheap to insure and cheap to fix. If you need a utilitarian motorcycle that'll get you from A to B and is tons of fun in the twisties, this is it. Adding a stainless brake line up front and fork springs for your weight with gold-valve emulators unlocks a new level of capability too. The best part about this bike? No one's going to steal it!

[@Clove_Parma]

Glad to see you landing on your feet. Onward and upward Chris!

[@vincetru1113]

Dude this is exactly the video I needed right now. And the fact that you uploaded it makes it even better

[@ROBSOLUTELY]

Last fall, I bought my 2017 Ninja 300 with only 177 miles on it. I truly love the bike. 300 cc is a ton of fun. I love how light-weight it is, which keeps me feeling connected to it well. Good luck on the Honda. Looks like a great bike.

[@firdausmusa6931]

I found your channel about a week now and recently learned that your R3 got stolen. I haven't found many small cc motorcycle channel as good as this channel cos alot of motovlogger are using huge cc bikes. Glad you're not giving up my guy. Let get that 100000 subs ✊

[@UzerneigmROSE]

Got my 2012 cbr250r with 1250 miles for 1000. Don’t care for the red/white/blue color configuration but these bikes are great. Great video!

[@MADTASS]

Absolutely, i have a GSXR600 (05) and i prefer riding the wifes CBR250R, I know what i'm getting for the Future.

[@cadienichols7298]

I just bought the repsol paint scheme of this bike today! Watching videos before I pick it up on Thursday and I couldn't be more excited! Thank you for the awesome video!

[@realtalkwithphil]

⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@seanramsay2951]

Just purchased a CBR250R Repsol edition as my first bike, loving it so far

[@walkerfharris]

I subbed because you bought that cbr250r. Trading bikes to get the bike you want is a pretty smart way to go about it.

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

I just sold it please dont unsub! haha well see what other bikes the future will bring!

[@walkerfharris]

@@MotoChrisOfficial lol I wont. I hope you get to try a cbr500r I found one in my area for 3k.

[@svpmvp2433]

I have a cbr250r and it's awesome plain and simple.

[@busyhandskast]

If you want a used dependable and reliable budget motorcycle for touring and long trip i highly recommend the honda cbr250. I had a 2012 with a little over 2000 miles on it when I got it and took that little machine everywhere. I rode it from California to Massachusetts and back during my vacation with little to no issue what so ever . I kinda regret getting rid of it but thinking about getting another one just to ride around town

[@RRP1992]

Bruh... You rode 6000 miles (3000 each way) on a motorcycle trip ? Crazy

[@praful4110]

Cbr250 user from India ♥️

[@puneetsharma1437]

i have unicorn i still have fun i think 300cc top bike are fine. In india 160cc is best in most of cases and fast speed highway don't allowed bikes.

[@rawisl6814]

CBR 250R is my favorite bike😊 love from India Assam ❤️

[@puneetsharma1437]

is it sound right i think its not cbr250 don't that bad i think

[@sunflour7288]

This bike goes really well with the tail of a cb1000r 2011's. A guy just across the street managed to make one for me and I love the look of it, makes it so much sportier. Give it a try!

[@tedd5587]

I got my riding learner license in March this year and then got my first bike 2011 Honda cbr250r shortly after. It’s been ok, great to learn on and build confidence riding. Its a bit slow for me now and I’m now looking to upgrade but a fun little starter bike for sure.

[@zin9121]

Do u do mostly city or highway ?

[@ChadWinters]

just over 50 years old and just bought my first bike last year. A Royal Enfield Meteor 350, and it has been perfect. It won't go over 75 MPH, but neither should I. The lower end torque and power curve is fine for someone like me not interested in racing.

[@zombiewacker88]

glad to watch a couple ads to hopefully help you towards your next bike. love the passion and determination! im a new rider picking up a r3 tomorrow, wish me luck!

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

good luck brother! you're going to have a blast!

[@jimgravante6497]

Hey Moto Chris, I like the way you think! This Honda is the perfect bike to learn the skills of the Sport. I’ve had Honda Goldwings, Yamaha Roadster 1600’s, Honda CB750’s and just sold my 2014 Yamaha FJR1390…and bought a 2013 Honda CBR250R REPSOL! Why?? Just a whole lotta Fun! It weighs 300 pounds less than the FJR1300 and I can practice my skills to become an even better rider. $1,800.00, WAT?? I’ve gone over the entire bike to make it my own. For the street, this is really all you need.

[@indigo196799]

No abs! !!! OMG How did i survive 40 year of riding without it!!!

[@buhrrito]

If you can’t lean or wheelie a little bike, you shouldn’t be on a big bike. You have to master the ranks. I love small bikes. Kudos.

[@jameshamilton3348]

I test rode this bike today. If I buy it, It will be the highest displacement and biggest bike I've ever owned. I've owned. Bunch of 150s and 155. I've test ridded a ninja 400 but honestly I've ridden bikes for more than 10 years and I don't think I'm ready for more than 500cc

[@Adrenalean767]

Meanwhile some bikers start off on 600cc+

[@invisiblegrey4953]

Proud Cbr250 owner here💪😊

[@leadfingers]

i went up 2 teeth on the rear sprocket on my cb300. after that I could get it up to 110 if i didnt have a bad wind.

[@alexandrianyalapendergrass7978]

Was it difficult to replave the sprocket yourself?

[@leadfingers]

@@alexandrianyalapendergrass7978 no but I've been working on motorcycles since I was young. It's not that hard but if you fuck it up you can can cause a lot of damage to the bike or die. So I would recommend just letting a shop do it for you.

[@alexandrianyalapendergrass7978]

@@leadfingers ok, thanks

[@Couyou]

For future reference, weight does not affect top speed, but instead how fast it can reach it

[@mustang8812822]

My daughter just purchased a 2012 cbr250.....Your video calmed my nerves thks.

[@battlethebollocksrodgers9173]

I love your humility ! You seem so grounded and Hard working! Your exuberance is transmissible!

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

That made my day! Thank you so much🙏

[@Hi-Viz-Ricky]

BRO.. I GOT THE SAME BIKE... GLAD YA GOT A NEW ONE... REMEMBER WE SPOKE ABOUT IT... (TWO BRO EXHAUST AND JUICE BOX PRO)...... ITS NOT BAD AND BUILT TO LAST....

[@mastaangler7055]

Hows the juice box? Is it worth spending $ on the 250? I have a 12' 2900 miles now 3500 miles. It's a great bike to start on.

[@Hi-Viz-Ricky]

@@mastaangler7055 I LOVE IT... I REALLY THINK IT GIVES IT A LOT MORE TORQUE ON THE BOTTOM END... I WOULD SAY ITS WORTH THE COUPLE BUCKS... AND THE EXHAUST SOUNDS SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE STOCK..

[@Hi-Viz-Ricky]

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[@steelknight1100]

My man. Lay off the caps lock lol

[@GeneWeingarten1]

I've had my cbr250r for 3 years now, my bike has 30k+ miles on it. I get 65 - 100+ mpg. I put a 15T front sprocket on mine reduces the rpms. Yes, the bike is hecka fun. Where can I a bike that has better MPG's? I know of none.......

[@AJG76]

Absolutely love your enthusiasm and gratitude! All the best from the U.K.

[@christianpatterson6352]

About to buy my first cbr250!

[@RidewithJoshThailand]

Wow.. now im your subscriber. I thought you are going to give up about what happened to your r3 but still you keep on going.. that’s the spirit! Keep it up bro 👍🤘🤘😁

[@TomBartram-b1c]

You can slacken the pinch bolts and raise the bars 1/2 inch higher up the yokes. Better comfort. I'm 57 and love my cbr250.

[@AnimatedVirtuoso]

Sick bike bro just copped a z650 a couple days ago and im having a blast , 2019 brand new and already have 240 miles on it , cant wait to break it in and go on the highway and see its full potential

[@j887276]

Picked up a mint 2002 Suzuki gz250 with 3k miles on it for $900. The 2 Harleys are fun but oh man bikes this size are fun.

[@GeneralChangFromDanang]

For some reason, mine only revs to 8.5k rpm. Usually maxes out around 75 mph in a full tuck. Wondering if I got an Indian bike lol.

[@A_Degenerate_with_Glasses]

It's a very forgiving bike. I have a 2012 version with ABS, brought it last year for 2000 bucks with 3000 miles as my first bike, just got it to around 13,000 miles. Previous owner had frame sliders on it, as a result, I was able to drop my bike about 5 or 6 times while doing parking lot practices with no worries. Okay, maybe the muffler was a bit scratched up. Just a tad warning, everything on the road can outrun you. I'm 5'4, I weigh about 165 pounds, the fastest I got it to was 82 mph before I felt really bad for the bike because it felt like she was screaming stop.

[@aviduke]

had the 250r back in 2011, skinny tyres and light weight = cornered better than any bigger bike I had since

[@dylanw890]

In my opinion everyone buys a bike for a reason and each bike is designed to serve a purpose. I honestly don't like how these bikes are stereotyped as beginner bikes. While their low power certainly lends themself to being great first motorcycles, they are lightly, manuverable, and easier to control then larger bikes that may not be as willing to lean over. Furthermore, these bikes are perfectly capable of going high speeds.

[@gotskies4375]

17 yrs old and impatient so thank u for the part about needing patience to get the bike

[@jands20]

I am going from a 2000 Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic (gear box finally croaked 😩), to this little guy tomorrow, I'm excited to see just how different it'll be lol The Yamahas top speed was 70 which was enough for me. I'm super stoked now! Going from a big ole cruiser to a little sports bike will be awesome.

[@akad30]

Awesome video! Congratulations on making your way back up. I got a simialr deal yesterday minus the gear for a 2012 cbr250r Moriwaki edition with 11,098klm on the odo meter.

[@wallstreetwolf7681]

Love My CBR250 .. FUN changing gears

[@reddleman7978]

I had one. It was brilliant. Reliable, and fast enough to have fun on the twisties. Unfortunately I smashed it up after high siding it on a gravel spill. Gave up riding for a couple of years but was tempted back by a Triumph Speed 400.

[@TheBrokenBMW]

It's a motorcycle, better than driving a car...well said😂

[@squidlife3088]

deyyymmm! at this current rate. you're on a fast track back unto the higher cc class :D Congrats! keep it up

[@CoconutCreampi3]

The unpredictable nature of the bikes you pick up is fantastic. What's next? A club style harley sportster? haha

[@danielhn93]

Gotta note here that this is the very first of your videos I’ve watched. I’ve driven commercial vehicles and charged vehicles, but I’m just now looking for my first motorcycle. Seems like a 250cc is as high as I should go right now lol. Awesome video! 👍🏻

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

Thanks man! Check out the rest of my vids 300s are a fantastic option too

[@ashishgaikwad4106]

CBR250R is a very Awesome bike I have 2011 model. I had rode it to 150 km/hr of speed..

[@StratfordWingRider]

I’m tempted to get one of these as a a bike to return to motorbikes. I used to have a Kawasaki GPX. I really like a nice 250

[@danielperez2340]

My brother just got a deal of the century 😂 got himself a 2012 cbr for free neighbor didn’t use it at all been sitting since covid,guy said. w only 2000 miles what a frickin steal it works too!

[@StratfordWingRider]

I ended up getting a black one. These are pretty great little bikes. The top speed is a little on the low side, but a little thumper is actually pretty sweet. Parts are plentiful and she’s pretty torquey around town. I think looking like a VFR makes it look pretty cool too.

[@PremeationK]

Never give up on your dreams !

[@Hodderville]

Nice video. Thanks for sharing. I’m hoping to pick up either a CBR 250/CBR 300 or an R3. Also, does anyone else notice the engine in the 250 shown in this video seems to have a ticking noise?

[@Phantomoscar]

Some guy is selling a 2012 honda cbr 250cc for 1500 is that a good price ? 12,000 miles on it

[@RRP1992]

How are the engine vibrations/roughness considering it is a single cyl ?

[@jacobstanley6578]

I have a 2011 CBR250R and the I will say there’s quite a bit of vibrations

[@xx_perrito_sandia_xx]

5:36 this was an epic moment

[@xavier1465]

That's India's 250 sweatheart ♥️

[@andrewbroham3811]

bro can you help me? I have the same bike and was wondering how you set off so fast? adding throttle doesn't work for me, and no video has helped. Its led to me starting off super slow and annoying at stops

[@Link017]

do you think a guy of 6,4 foot would fit on this bike? (193cm)

[@mrmcbeth]

I found an f4i on FB marketplace for 2k a while back. I see them 3.5k all day long. Those are supposed to be super solid 600s. Unfortunately, I've been waiting for at least a year for a bike, and I'm probably not done waiting. I may just get a 250.

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

Summer is just right around the corner. Don't give up! I've been flipping motorcycles for the last 3 years..you'd be amazed at how much money people leave on the table and how many amazing bikes are sold for cheap on a weekly basis. At 10k subs I'm going to make a video teaching everyone how they can find those deals. I hope you find the bike for you!

[@rajviswath4706]

Is this good for somebody who’s never ridden before?? Looking to get one

[@jaykesig3785]

What was your price that you paid? I'm looking to buy one of these, and would love to know my round about price.

[@ΠαναγιώτηςΚάπαϊ]

I am 6 foot, 6,1 would it be small for me? Great video and bike!

[@sl-br4rm]

I’m 6’1 and I love mine.

[@ΠαναγιώτηςΚάπαϊ]

@@sl-br4rm I got mine a couple of weeks ago, I love that thing

[@bonificus]

Drove one from Dallas to Miami. Fun bike

[@adrian2xs]

How to wheelie a 200cc ?

[@sweethalfnote]

You got that bike real quick

[@user-ot1dv6ri4f]

stellar attitude love it

[@scrubbydee1993]

I'm 6'7 270 lbs looking to get into riding bikes what would you recommend for a first bike

[@Adrenalean767]

Hayabusa

[@TomBartram-b1c]

Cb500x for a bigger person

[@luziaflone1951]

This one is cheap now. But very reliable, since it's Honda

[@ToeKnee666]

I'm 6' plus weigh 13 stone and I've had 103 from my cbr250r with nothing more than an aftermarket exhaust and proper gear changes. A 125 will hit 70. There's absolutely no reason why a 250 won't hit 100 bar user error

[@poetic8tradegy]

What camera are you using to film? I’m sorry ur bike got stolen and hope ur channel blows up to so u can get ur bike back!

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

I use a go pro and my cell phone lol

[@1414TTT]

I have a 2011, same model, put a shorty exhaust on it, debadge the 250 and nobody knows lol

[@alexandrianyalapendergrass7978]

debadge it haha.. don't be ashamed of that 250 :)

[@shujayethossain6554]

How much is the usual insurance for this in the US?

[@jamesnash5108]

I gave up Hayabusa 250 honda cbr Kerner End pipe what ah sound USVI RASTA MAN

[@ZarcusHDGaming]

And that is is why you not cheap your insurance on all of you vehicles... and for ask the insurance is not even that expensive, I only pay about $300/year on my insurance and it already covers everything.

[@andrewbroham3811]

if you pay 300$ a year then you aren’t gonna get covered for a full motorcycle lol

[@ZarcusHDGaming]

@@andrewbroham3811 well... maybe in your country. But let me correct my first statement. I pay for my insurance for around $28/month so about $350 a year more/less. And it's already covered everything. (Bike Stolen, All involve in the Accident and even if my bike was ridden by other person as long as he has the required license to drive a certain displacement then I'm all good)

[@harryt988]

Wouldn’t bother with anything less than 400 cc IMO

[@user-jt6nw6wm5q]

ride it first, even the 250 is "fast" enough to keep everyone Entertained. I ride a 954 and the little 250 is way more fun on small roads

[@lindobushmanpetrosillo6536]

Is it a good commuter bike?

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

Yep! And great on gas!

[@GoodJobMax]

hey how much do you weigh and how tall are you? i’m trynna figure out how i’d fit

[@DJMaRr]

i love this video very detailed. thank you.

[@hdjdjfjfjdkwkwiwiidkfk3059]

In my area they cost as much as a full size bike. I just want something to commute on...

[@AnthonyPerez]

So what was your price?

[@arun_v_r]

Did anyone else noticed the odd sound the engine is producing? I think its rocker arm is comple gone.

[@MotoChrisOfficial]

i think thats just how it sounds brother. its a little thumper

[@Mclaren1F]

@@MotoChrisOfficial No man, I literally bought the exact same model today, 2013 black CBR and it doesn't sound like that. Of course, it could be the effect of the mic but just saying.

[@AnyaanyaForger]

something wrong with your engine bro or maybe the exhaust..i have the same bike.. and my engine sound is more smooth with characteristics ringing 250 noises..

[@kailongridge7752]

Bro those front forks and triple tree look tiny. I guess they dont need to be as robust though.

[@eliherrera6828]

Where can you get one of these??

[@LoveUPes]

u bought second hand used bike ?

[@kennypool]

Motorcycles are like tits , anything over 250cc's is just showing off. I've had 1100cc bikes 750cc etc etc. For the last 10 years my main bike has been a 250cc honda helix scooter.

[@dguillen1978]

where do I buy one? I need one college. Please send any info

[@corey7348]

its only not good enough if you got little pp energy, most the time a 600s power is bottled up by the laws of the rd anyways

[@mafu46]

Absolutely! To swap the motor to a Grom 🤣🤣

[@donavenpatterson800]

What’s the top speed?

[@abbysapples1225]

Not a bad bike I want to get into riding period but where I live we have a lot of country roads where people do 65 or more not to mention the interstates that people do period so I might need something a little bit bigger than 250

[@abbysapples1225]

And the sound of the exhaust doesn't sound bad but for me I'd probably like modify the muffler remove it and add a performance muffler but whatever it's not that bad I could live with that I like that sound

[@gr4phicd633]

Put a takegawa complete kit in a cbr250r =monster

[@jacobclement7707]

There's a 250r about 3k cheaper than any other bike and with that kind of deal and with only 9k km that's a hell of a deal

[@waddapboi5333]

I want to buy an r3 but its always out of stock in our country 🥺🥺 still waiting tho 😭