Japanese automaker Honda has launched the CBR250RR in Japan. The CBR250RR is a more powerful version of the CBR250R. In fact, it is perhaps the most powerful quarter litre motorcycle in production. The motorcycle is already on sale in Indonesia and was shown at 2015 Tokyo Motor Show first. Keep reading to know more about Honda CBR250RR Japan launch date, price, specifications and features.
Honda CBR250RR Japan Launch Date
| Launch Date | May 12, 2017 |
Japan is the next market after Indonesia where the CBR250RR will now be sold. It has announced that the bike will go on sale in the country from May 12, 2017. As we have already noted, the bike is on sale in Indonesia. Since Indonesia is where the CBR250RR is made, stocking up on the bike will take time. Hence, the date of sales commencement.
Honda CBR250RR Japan Price
| Price | JPY 7,56,000 – 8,28,360 |
Fending off competition from the likes of YZF-R25 will be tought for CBR250RR. For this reason, pricing will play a key factor in that respect along with the packaging. Does the Honda CBR250RR have the go to match the show? Let’s take a look.
Honda CBR250RR Specifications
| Engine Displacement and Type | 249cc, inline-twin cylinder, DOHC, water-cooled |
| Power | 38PS |
| Torque | 23Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Suspension (front) | Upside down fork |
| Suspension (rear) | Link-type monoshock |
| Brake (front) | Single disc, ABS |
| Brake (rear) | Single disc, ABS |
| Top Speed | >160 kmph |
| Fuel Consumption | 26.7 kmpl |
The Honda CBR250RR is not considered to be the fastest quarter litre production bike for no reason. Tipping the scales at 165kg, it makes way more power than it needs to. Being a race replica though (RR, remember), it has to offer a blanket for rider safety. After all, the only ones who can fully appreciate this bike’s capabilities without rider aids on are seasoned riders. For the rest, there is more.
Honda CBR250RR Features
| Three riding modes |
| ABS as optional |
| 310mm front disc |
| Preload adjustable rear suspension |
| Throttle by wire |
| Fully digital instrument cluster |
| Dual single-sided exhaust pipes |
While the Honda CBR250RR may not offer much in terms of features. It does not need to either. It is a quarter litre racing motorcycle which will be bought by people for track days. Since it is not as powerful as a middleweight superbike, it will be used by people to learn how to ride on a racetrack. For that purpose, it offers enough features while keeping its weight in check.
Honda CBR250RR Colours
| Matte Gun Powder Black Metallic |
| Anchor Gray Metallic |
| Honda Racing Red |
All three colours make the Honda CBR250RR looks great. The design of the bike already feels razro-sharp. On the move, it looks sinister and ready to hunt some corners. Let’s wish that Honda brings this motorcycle to other parts of the world soon.
Excited about the new Honda CBR250RR? Please let us know your thoughts in the comments below.