April 8th, 2011
Introducing the all new CBR250R - available July
As the anticipation builds for the release of the all-new CBR250R in July 2011, Honda has released the price of CBR250R.
Built at the Honda Manufacturing facility in Thailand, the CBR250R is exported to a wide range of countries including Japan, Europe, US, Australia and New Zealand. Thai Honda began motorcycle production in 1967 and has produced over 18 million motorcycles as of the end of June 2010, including the little brother CBR125R.
In designing the CBR250R, Honda R&D has targeted a wider audience, appealing to riders of all types, from beginners to experts. In fact, anyone who appreciates the fun of riding an ultra manoeuvrable motorcycle will love the CBR250R.
The CBR250R comes with a newly-developed liquid-cooled, 250cc, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, single-cylinder engine. The engine needs very little maintenance and is also very fuel efficient. Class-leading fuel economy is a direct result of intensive weight-saving measures within the engine. Liquid cooling guarantees a consistent operating temperature for the engine, further enhancing economy and long life.
This engine offers strong “off the line” performance due to its generous low end output and its broad, flexible power band makes it a snap to ride. By reducing internal friction to a minimum, the CBR250R engine boasts both gutsy performance and extraordinary fuel economy. And while the peak power figure of 19.42kW at 8500rpm is impressive, it is the relentless torque the engine develops from very low revs that defines the riding performance.
Honda continues to demonstrate its environmental commitment by ensuring that the CBR250R’s engine meets Euro 3 emission standards. This is due in part to its oxygen sensor that works in conjunction with its electronically controlled fuel injection system (PGM-FI) and exhaust catalyser to reduce harmful emissions. Like all the machines in the CBR family, the CBR250R employs Honda’s advanced PGM-FI fuel injection system for smooth, responsive power delivery and superb fuel economy. The Electronic Control Unit works in conjunction with the bike’s electronic ignition to deliver the perfect amount of fuel to the cylinder at all times. The result is an engine that really does have it all; a broad spread of power that only a fuel injection system can deliver. To ease maintenance the CBR250R uses an external fuel filter for the PGM-FI system, further reducing maintenance costs.
The styling is reminiscent of the VFR1200F introduced last year and offers a modern advanced look. Like the VFR, the fairing is not only stylish but contributes to handling, the exceptional aerodynamics, and rider protection. Housed within the fairing is a comprehensive instrument package including a digital speedometer, tachometer, temperature gauge, odometer, clock, and fuel gauge. The light and compact frame has a rigid, diamond shape and, when combined with the well sorted suspension, offers the agile handling and steady maneuverability expected from a sport bike. Suspension behaviour was crucial to meeting the CBR250R’s brief: to provide levels of sophistication and refinement not normally found on such a competitively priced machine.
The bike features a hydraulically damped 37mm fork at the front and Honda’s Pro-Link Monoshock rear suspension configuration. This uses a linkage to help the Monoshock damper control the swingarm movement generated as the rear wheel moves up and down over bumps. The result is a superb ride quality combined with the poise and feedback that supports sports riding on challenging roads.
The practical and stylish CBR250R is a superbly balanced motorcycle. The 250R goes on sale in July 2011, and is poised to provide enthusiasts a stylish bike with performance, street-friendly and superb handling, all at recommended retail price of $7,495 including GST.
Colour availability:
Candy Ruby Red
Asteroid Black Metallic
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