250CC Sport Bike?

black_CG2

black_CG2

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say no to the Megelli because of build quality/design and support from manufacturer, wouldn't really recommend the triumph either as it's not a 250cc more like 675cc and 123hp. The Aprilia looks nice, not sure how available it is in Canada plus there is cost of maintenance and as usual parts availability.
Stick with the cbr 125/ninja 250 and other mainstream 250/125's until you get your riding figured out. Guaranteed what you demand in a bike will change after you've worked and ridden on your bike for a bit. Also re-sale is a factor to consider as well, nothing like finding out nobody wants to buy your bike when it comes time to sell it used.
 
^^^this specially for street

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The Aprilia RS4 125 is no longer a two smoke. I would just go with the cheaper and more easily serviced honda cbr125.
 
Thanks for the replies, gents. Not a fan of cbr125/250 or ninja 250, lookwise. I just want a 250CC with flared look like the bigger sport bikes. I wont ride on highways much, just riding on streets and enjoying myself.
 
black_CG2 said:
Thanks for the replies, gents. Not a fan of cbr125/250 or ninja 250, lookwise. I just want a 250CC with flared look like the bigger sport bikes. I wont ride on highways much, just riding on streets and enjoying myself.
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I think your only option is the 250 hyosung, I don't honestly know if the Aprilia is street legal in Canada or if it can be insured. do your research well before getting the bike.
 
afelotreyu said:
I think your only option is the 250 hyosung, I don't honestly know if the Aprilia is street legal in Canada or if it can be insured. do your research well before getting the bike.
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Grey market.
 
Going with the ninja or cbr will make your life a lot easier/cheaper. Go more exotic when you upgrade. It's not worth the hassle on an entry level bike.
 
I would stick with the CBR or Ninja 250. I thought about the Hyosung but there was not close by service places so I went with the Ninja. If you are not a fan of the look of the current Ninja just wait for the 2013's to arrive.

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Legend said:
I would stick with the CBR or Ninja 250. I thought about the Hyosung but there was not close by service places so I went with the Ninja. If you are not a fan of the look of the current Ninja just wait for the 2013's to arrive.

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Come on! do you really think they will open that bike for Canada? fuel injected Ninjas have been around for a few years now but in Canada they continue to be Carb...
 
afelotreyu said:
Come on! do you really think they will open that bike for Canada? fuel injected Ninjas have been around for a few years now but in Canada they continue to be Carb...
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Coming to NA but from what I hear still carb'd though not sure if ABS will get offered as an option (asia gets both with FI std)
 
NealT said:
Coming to NA but from what I hear still carb'd though not sure if ABS will get offered as an option (asia gets both with FI std)
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I do like the new front tho.. sexy as hell... anyway.. no more Thread stealing!.. good luck finding a bike OP
 
black_CG2 said:
Explain please :)

Guys, feel free to post more, no worries about thread jacking! Yea that Ninja 250 looks really hot. Is it still gona be carb bike? I hated the choke thingy on MSF's suzuki marauder 250cc.
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Don't fear carb's, yes the Ninja's have tiny jets but there are many on the road with no issues. Just prep it properly before you put it away and it will be fine in the spring. Leaving the bike still for a minimum amount of time is best for it. I ride from March to beginning of December so the bike sits for max 3 mths. A full tank of gas with marine grade Stabil in the tank, chain lubed, tires off of the concrete, tender on and she's good when I start her up in the spring.

The biggest issue is thinking a bike is like a car where you can drive it and ignore it for a good while. Unfortunately, they require more maintenance and care than a car and that's life with a bike.
Work on the bike yourself and learn a lot or take it to a mechanic if you have the cash or are really unwilling to work on it yourself. No they are not cheaper to run than a car.
 
Whats wrong with you people, the only 250 worth buying.

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There are other options out there for full fairing 250 bikes. But i wouldn't recommend them for a first time buyer, unless you like part hunting and you're mechanically inclined. They will burn a hole in your pocket very quickly.

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-motorcycles-sport-bikes-SUZUKI-GSXR250RR-W0QQAdIdZ401381428

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-veh...-Side-Swing-Arm-Dry-Clutch-W0QQAdIdZ402632590

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-veh...-GAMMA-SP-VJ22A-Dry-Clutch-W0QQAdIdZ402635780
 
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vdubblues said:
Whats wrong with you people, the only 250 worth buying.
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haha... so true, I just love the valve service interval on that bike...time to upgrade to the KTM Duke 690...yumm
 
If i was in the market for a new 250, I would probably go with the CBR250R. I took a friend's out for a run and was very impressed with everything about it. Build quality is great, handling is superb, price is amazing.
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