Ninja250R vs CBR250R

[@ragnarku]

This is a very good example that shows power isn't everything when it comes to racing.

[@jarodschoeffel4130]

Agreed. Just bought a 2nd ninja 250 for track dayz! Coming soon!

[@9works]

Your friend on the CBR has really good form. He is a joy to watch, especially passing 600s.

[@pramathewyayawar6934]

CBR250R= The Ultimate Cornering machine. Recently I changed mybike's stock conti-go tyres to Michelin pilot street radials(110/70 front, 150/60 rear) and boy it has made my bike RAZOR SHARP. A true baby Fireblade in character now.

[@jarodschoeffel4130]

I am running 120in front and 150s in rear on my ED

[@jarodschoeffel4130]

On 09 ninja 250

[@calinb12]

Bought all my gear going to the dealers this weekend getting my 2012 250r baby. Can't wait!!!

[@ramzerg]

That's how every bike comparison video should look like

[@Prodigy1120]

Yes, stock pegs. Since this trackday the owner has installed rearset adjusters by Yoshimura. These adjusters give the ability to move the pegs up and back for more ground clearance. I've got the same Yoshimura adjusters on my Ninja 250 and love them.

[@JB-yn4cs]

Nice and technical track! As soon as this coronavirus lock down is over I can't wait to go shopping for a ninja 250. A van recently wrote off my Duke 200 :( never had a kawasaki before but they look like great fun to me.

[@Prodigy1120]

Hello! Yes, a quick tap of the throttle with each downshift. The skill you are talking about is "rev-matching". If done properly, the transition should be smooth. You should be timing your: throttle, clutch-in and shift all at the same time, then immediately release the clutch right after. Practice practice practice. You'll get it soon!

[@Prodigy1120]

Yes, I'm using the GoPro HD2. Most kits come with two cases- 1 waterproof, and one skeleton case that improves sound quality. The waterproof one reduces wind noise. You may want to try mounting the camera where its got some wind protection, like behind the windshield

[@Prodigy1120]

They're great for both. I currently have 4 trackdays and 3,000 street miles on the same set of tires, and they've still got enough tread for at least one or two more trackdays.

[@shaunroberts6025]

guys if you don't race don't comment because you will just sound like idiots. and don't be biased because these drivers will just laugh at you. each bike is good for its own strong point.

[@EndGearTV]

A lot of annoying teenagers on KZbin bashing on riders/drivers, but they never get to ride/drive the same vehicle lol

[@shaunroberts6025]

I know right?

[@miumouse]

that ii,l ar right

[@Prodigy1120]

Yeah, stock tires on the CBR! Next trackday it'll be running Bridgestone S20R's

[@Prodigy1120]

I've only run Bridgestone BT003's on the Ninja 250R. They hold up very well, heat up quickly, and have a very long tire life. They exceeded my expectations, so I will probably stay with these tires when I need new ones

[@ZoneTelevision]

What i would like to see is the CBR with the CRF250x motor 32.3 HP OTB Kudos and props to both you guys !! CBR and Ninja ! Thanks fellas.

[@Prodigy1120]

Of course! We'll be back on the track this coming weekend with views from both bikes. Thanks for the post, be sure to subscribe and stay tuned!

[@Prodigy1120]

These are clip-on's by Woodcraft. Easy to install and they don't interfere with the bodywork.

[@xB2KxRewindZ]

Great video. Funny whenever at 8:17 as you passed the CBR you waved goodbye lol.

[@kawturbo1]

Awesome, I love the wave goodbye when you pass him. Great video!!!!

[@MelancholyRider]

i think the circuit was more of the stop and go characteristic with only few long straight, which was more ideal to the CBR250r engine character.. It is more nimble and agile, and also (as I remembered) the torque and power were peaked on a lower RPM.. that's why, i think, is the reason why the ninja had a hard time to get pass the CBR in this circuit...CMIIW

[@ianmilatz5963]

love my cbr in cornering, it has real potential on the track.

[@Prodigy1120]

A damper isn't only for when the front wheel gets lofty. I got into a slapper once on the 250 while passing somebody on the rumble strips.

[@Prodigy1120]

Panesy12 is right. 1)Some countries may still receive a carburated model to keep costs low. I have never had an issue with my carburated bikes. It generally costs less to gain more power with carburated bikes, than to modify an EFI bike. 2) My friend has certainly smoked me many times on that CBR250. When he's in the zone there's no catching him. Once he modifies tires and tweaks suspension, I'll have a hard time keeping up. 3) I use my Ninja 250 as a daily commuter, 20 miles on the highway.

[@IIOllieFTWII]

Still pretty darn good mate!

[@ZoneTelevision]

With other mods that CBR should be able to pull out of those corners with more speed. Ninja's usable power is in the high rev range. Good riding guys!

[@RebelSoul2010]

Not to mention the 2013 Ninja is beautiful.

[@pramathewyayawar6934]

Dat cornering demo by baby blade.😎

[@Prodigy1120]

Fast is a relative term. Whether it be a twin or a single doesn't really matter. A Honda NSF250R is also a 250cc single cylinder, but it would embarrass both of these bikes on the track. The idea with tracking bikes like these is to just go out and have fun for little money. The skills you learn with pushing the limits of these bikes compound into confidence on bigger bikes. Both bikes have enough top end for light highway commuting.

[@Prodigy1120]

Awesome dude!! Shenny is my favorite track because its so technical, it definitely gives you a work out! You're gonna have a blast! Let us know if you need help prepping your bike for the track, we'd be glad to help!

[@pramathewyayawar6934]

CBR 250R looks like doing 50°+ lean angle. Awesome.

[@BrainDesmo]

To address "pulling away in the turns", I don't believe there is a significant difference in that category. For highway use, either 250 can negotiate highways, the experience is more pilots specific.

[@tknkldfklty]

This answers my question of whether you can get your knee down on stock tires.

[@pramathewyayawar6934]

CBR250R is an amazing cornering tool. This video is a blatant proof...

[@ajaykaushik2272]

I can't believe you are even here. I think you are there on almost every possible CBR 250 video

[@divinesense]

the CBR obviously has more pull out of corners and the ninja catches up on the straight a ways... cool vid!

[@Prodigy1120]

I'm used to bigger bikes on the track. Speed shifting on my other bikes really made them unstable, or brought the front end up with gearshifts. Haven't tried it yet on the ninjette, but I think I will next time out!

[@pramathewyayawar6934]

CBR250R corners like a true supersport bike. Bike also has stock fat exhaust. Awesome riding by the baby blade rider. Cbr250r surely can lean and bank and turn better than most.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

damn that was enjoyable... thanks for the HD also ..

[@Bighoff123]

so cool ! what are those clip ons?

[@MrNightware]

Was it warm up? Good racing line and didn't ruch. 5* (Y)

[@mikeurtno]

Why do you have a steering damper on a 250? The 250 doesn't really have enough power to get the front wheel light and initiate a tank slapper.

[@hotblume]

If you watched on mototrend the cbr was alot more agile and passed up the ninjas on the curves but when it got to the straights the ninja would pass up the cbr.

[@TheChris12686]

I'm up in the air too but I'm leaning towards the cbr because of the mpg. If I wanted speed I would get a gixxer lol. I know ninja has higher top end, but cbr has better low end umph making it good for stop and go.

[@jokermoto2]

awesome track

[@Texarmageddon]

Which one of these bikes would you say is faster in a straight line? I'm trying to gather as much information about both bikes and to compare them to the new ninja 300. The Ninjas are heavy... and the 2013 model is slightly heavier than the 250r. So I'm really trying to debate if I want the Lightweight machine or the heavier one.

[@akunfubutterfly]

Ninja likes to run at a high rpm you have to keep it wound in the power band (like 9k+ to get the acceleration then shift quick cuz 4-6th gear is like 1 gear

[@BrainDesmo]

Sweet footage, to get another perspective type this in: Honda CBR250R (Thumper) 05.13.12 It's from the previous track event but still ok ;-)

[@FiasaPower]

The CBR looks to have quite good balance.

[@marcelolucasluam]

Pretty nice racing!

[@dalljalma2]

Why everybody take the mirrors out when riding on the track?

[@ZoneTelevision]

great stuff guys !!

[@Prodigy1120]

Straightline the Ninja 250 is faster, granted you have to wind it out to access the power. The CBR is more user friendly and you don't have to work the engine as hard to as hard to keep up with traffic. If you're looking for a first bike, the CBR250R, Ninja 250R and Ninja 300 are all great choices.

[@pramathewyayawar6934]

CBR 250R lean angle over 50°.🙂

[@FMXndMXismylife]

why do you release the throttle when your shifting? why not speed shift?

[@Prodigy1120]

Toyo and Yokohama tires on a motorcycle huh... And which model for each make would you recommend for these 250cc motorcycles?

[@Prodigy1120]

Yes, this was towards the end of the day, so the track and the tires were already hot. Thanks for commenting!

[@jaimusicxx]

Fantastic video, thanks!

[@atiwatthongprapal5058]

The reason he's sitting up is probably cus of the go pro. Nice vid btw

[@cristianp2672]

Where is the track??

[@benbojanowicz9647]

oh thanks, awesome video

[@Prodigy1120]

Did you watch the whole video?

[@dalljalma2]

But it wouldnt be safer to see through the mirrors if someone is passing you?

[@benbojanowicz9647]

is it a full exhaust system or slip on?

[@Starisland84]

Are you using a go pro? If so, how did you keep the wind noise down? I always have loud wind noise and you can never hear my engine once it gets above 40mph

[@diariodoholandes]

que ano que é a sua ninja ?

[@cxbra]

I can tell the Ninja is faster, I just like the complete package of the CBR a lot more. I feel like it looks better and it DEFINITELY sounds better than the Ninja. Im sure the CBR would be faster than the Ninja if they were both modded equally since the CBR has fuel injection.

[@benbojanowicz9647]

and also which danmoto exhaust is it?? thanks

[@cahyaskriptafauzi6498]

CBR, is it with stock exhaust?

[@1800Swagg]

Hint. Look at the Ninja riders wrist. He's hitting wide open throttle.

[@mixalisjohnson3611]

what exhaust has ninja ???

[@Prodigy1120]

Yes, all stock

[@xianshengzhengxiong]

They probably were limiting themselves to a certain speed on the straights. Other than that 250's are generally lighter and more maneuverable than mid weight sport bikes and do better in the curves.

[@mauidirtbikerin808]

which bike were u on

[@Prodigy1120]

Yup! More and more girls are getting out there. I'm convinced I'll find my future wifey on the track lol. I think the instructor behind her was also on a GSXR

[@pramathewyayawar7857]

What's the max lean angle of CBR 250R and Ninja

[@WanderRiiders]

If we compare with the exhaust , cbr 250 using stock exhaust and ninja 250 we can hear the sound ( absolutely not stock one ) its not fair one , and the ninja rider took so long to overtake the cbr250 , i think we need to see these bike battle again with equal engine , what i mean is can you make another one but this time the two bike must be in stock condition with no modiffication or atleast give the cbr 250 exhaust upgrade than we can know which is better :) .

[@normanp.tondang6652]

This bike should be compare with original from factory. if you modify that is different thing...

[@ericwong4804]

lol all i know is the cbr250 has no sound at all compare to the ninja 250 :D

[@LordAugastus]

Took the mirrors off, for speed and aromatics!

[@reynaldo05]

Honda and Yamaha teams are always on top on MotoGP.

[@normanp.tondang6652]

we are talking about bike using everyday not for motoGP...

[@Snylys1]

OO ye 1 more thing you may want to watch his wrist before the conner or when he get's on the back of the Honda HEHEHE you made my day F champion lol ty

[@atikaqhafiz5732]

Ninja 250 stock boleh naik 180 kalau tuka spoket depan 15

[@nudge86]

can anyone tell me why this ninja250 was overtaking a GSX-R??? :/

[@BBoyXy]

very well riden, I just don't know why u close all the throttle in gears, you lose a lot of power in that, but very good track day :P

[@om.gd3]

the ninja 250 rider could passed the CBR 250 easily!!! what a joke!

[@RafaelLaranjeira1]

Right??? He released the throttle so many times for not pass the CBR!!! This video is bullshit!

[@shaunroberts6025]

nah you're a joke. same 250cc engines. it all depends on the driver and the track. ninja shows off on higher torque while cbr on lower torque. meaning, depends on the length of the turns maybe biased to one or the other. so yeah, get educated and actually race both bikes so you know what you're talking about you ignorant fool.

[@billab0ng83]

SHAUN ROBERTS You have a terrible attitude. Blind freddy could see he could pass him if he wanted to.

[@shaunroberts6025]

poor attitude on what moron? i have been driving bikes for 15 years. i ain't no spring chicken. you ninja owners are so up your asses when it comes to comparing both bikes. i drove both bikes and i know their strong suits. don't be ignorant.

[@ragnarku]

Lol. just because it has higher top speeds doesn't mean it'll win on track. CBR has bigger torque overall and on lower RPMs so it accelerates out of corners faster. Also it's 10kg lighter than Ninja and has shorter wheelbase, meaning better handling in corners. So perhaps this'll educate you Ninja riders who think 2 cylinders beat everything: When it comes to circuits, power isn't everything. Look at MotoGP for reference.

[@wilmeriancalibo5322]

they were able to pass the 600 people because they are still practicing to do corners, and these 2 have probably been practicing a LOT

[@shaunroberts6025]

not necessarily. higher cc's are better on the straight away while the lower ones are more nimble on the bend. i can show you a video of a scooter making the 600 and up cc's look bad on track. it's all about physics. not brute force.

[@wilmeriancalibo5322]

lOL i doubt that, its probably just people on those scooters are more experienced than those on 600's :3

[@Prodigy1120]

The CBR250 is an excellent contender against the Ninja 250. Keep in mind for this video, my ninja is fairly modded, but my friend's CBR is bone stock (even running on the crappy stock tires). We'll be out again soon, and he'll have a few suspension mods and more dedicated tires on. Thanks for watching, be sure to subscribe and stay tuned for the rematch!!!

[@hyppiez]

2011 CBR250R: Stock.

[@Panesy12]

Wrong. It isn't just about the bike. The ninja is NOT a v twin, it's a parallel too. It may be quicker in the straights, but the cbr will be better through the corners, especially with the right person riding it. The one thing holding the cbr back is the lack of mods it can have because it hasn't been as wanted as much as the ninja. Not sure where you live, but if your current ninja's are still carbies, then the '13 models might be carbies too.

[@galihpamungkas234sc5]

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[@mohdnizamhezmimohdnizamhez6465]

Nice bike

[@Prodigy1120]

takes one to know one bud.

[@Novafreak64]

Awesome

[@Currly747]

Passing 600s on 250s, that feel! In the their defense though, they couldn't corner worth shit!

[@SuperCharles300]

You make it like you afraid to get on the gas

[@deskaseptian8304]

if he get more gass, he will eat grass (LOL) , more weight more long distance to get rem before turn,.

[@RafaelLaranjeira1]

deska septian 7:26 - He clearly release the throtlle... And many other times in the video.

[@deskaseptian8304]

Rafael Leão yups but the race is not straight, ninja has chance on straight way, and cbr has a chance on a bend,.cbr has more power torsi than ninja, so on the race while ninja still on gear 1 cbr need to up to gear 2, while ninja on gear 5, cbr on6, before ninja take gear 6 it meet a bend, ninja could win on highway or dragrace,. not circuit

[@Panesy12]

Yeah, most are, like they are now. I'm not sure we're you're from so it vary's, but here they haven't announced 100% that they will be EFI. Could be the same there if you still have the carby versions. LOL! Yes they can, watch the video, the guy on the CBR is pulling away on the turns, and I know from personal experience they can beat ninja's in turns if set up right. If you want to buy a commuting bike and go on highways, do yourself a favor and don't buy a 250 (unless you legally have to).

[@javierbohorquez7105]

Alguien que sepa manejar....por favor!!.....este gasta la palanca del embrague

[@kolhgb]

eventhough cbr can beat ninja BUT, to me ninja 2 cylinders sound make a big bike impression and sound harmony on my ear, whereas cbr sound seems like matic moped, and above all i am boring with 1 cylinder bike no matter its performance))

[@Prodigy1120]

Modifications are listed in the description

[@IUtkyTV]

me too

[@crackerworld]

The kawasaki rider is sitting straight while the honda was as down as possible If you know how to drive fast you don't sit straight (owner of a ninja 250r)

[@theskelton1]

stock tires and stock exhaust for the cbr ~,~

[@AyuBadai2]

Lagi touring

[@jt-jezaotico6892]

show!

[@logitechz3]

lol, you was just tailgating your mate so it's not a real vs, good vid but not a vs...