Not sure if some of you heard about the Honda CBR 250 RR -- Single cylinder 250 honda is bringing to compete with the Ninja 250R

Seems like a bit of a late in the game move, but sounds like it'll be a really good choice opposed to the ninja.

I havn't seen any offical HP specs, but have heard speculation of 25.96 HP, but I'm sure being a single cylinder it'll be lighter and make more torque than Kawi's 250.


Engine type:    1 cylinders, 4-stroke, Single
Displacement:   249 cc (15.21 cubic inches)
Bore × stroke:   2.99 inch × 2.17 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
Cooling system:   Oil/air cooled
Power:   25.97 HP (19.1 kW) @ 8500 rpm
Torque:   23 Nm (16.96 lb-ft) @ 7000 rpm
Throttle:   Cable operated
Valves   
Valve train:   DOHC, variable
Valves per cylinder:   4
Fuel and ignition   
Sparks per cylinder:   1
Fuel supply system:   Fuel injection
Ignition type:   Digital CDI
Compression:   10.7:1
Engine mounting:   Transverse
Lubrication system:   Wet sump
Gear box:   Manual 6-speed
Clutch:    Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Final drive:   Chain
Starter:   Electric



I think a real big game changer for the 250 market is the fact that this bike has ABS -- which adds another piston up front, and automatically actuates both front and rear brakes during normal braking. Which is pretty damn cool, I know i've seen some impressive things on the ABS system on the 600rr, and if this is anything like that -- this may not only be a cool beginner bike, but might also be a really cool bike to swing around the track.

i like that the honda is fuel injected and an air cooled single. Don't have to worry about jets/needles or radiator fluid. 

prefer the ninja in the looks department though.

i think they were put on display at the international moto show (long beach)

Im just gonna go with the Kwak. Im biased.