Honda CBR250R/RA, CBR250RA Owner's Manual

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 2010

OWNER’S MANUAL

Honda CBR250R/RA

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This motorcycle is designed to be used only on the road.

Pay special attention to the safety messages that appear throughout the manual. These
messages are fully explained in the ‘‘A Few Words About Safety’’ section which appears
before the Contents page.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain
with the motorcycle when resold.

This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and one passenger. Never exceed the
maximum weight capacity.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ON-ROAD USE

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY

OPERATOR AND PASSENGER

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All information in this publication is based on the latest production information
available at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,Ltd. reserves the
right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.

Honda CBR250R/RA
OWNER’S MANUAL

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The motorcycle presents you a challenge to master the machine, a challenge to adventure.
You ride through the wind, linked to the road by a vehicle that responds to your commands
as no other does. Unlike an automobile, there is no metal cage around you. Like an airplane, a
pre-ride inspection and regular maintenance are essential to your safety. Your reward is
freedom.

To meet the challenges safely, and to enjoy the adventure fully, you should become
thoroughly familiar with this owner’s manual BEFORE YOU RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE.

When service is required, remember that your Honda dealer knows your motorcycle best. If
you have the required mechanical ‘‘know-how’’ and tools, your dealer can supply you with an
official Honda Shop Manual to help you perform many maintenance and repair tasks.

Pleasant riding, and thank you for choosing a Honda !

Asyoureadthismanual,youwillfindinformationthatisprecededbya symbol.This
information is intended to help you avoid damage to your motorcycle, other property, or the
environment.

WELCOME

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The following code in this manual indicates the country.

The specifications may vary with each locale.

The illustrations herein are based on the type.

MalaysiaMA

CBR250RA

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Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this motorcycle safely
is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures
and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential
hazards that could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards associated with
operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You must use your own good judgment.

You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

–– on the motorcycle.

–– preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words:

or .

These signal words mean:

Safety Labels

Safety Messages
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION

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–– such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions.

–– such as Motorcycle Safety.

–– how to use this motorcycle correctly and safely.

This entire manual is filled with important safety information –– please read it carefully.

Safety Headings

Safety Section

Instructions

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

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IGNITION SWITCH

LOAD LIMITS AND GUIDELINES

PROTECTIVE APPAREL RIGHT HANDLEBAR CONTROLS

LEFT HANDLEBAR CONTROLS

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION

IMAGE LABELS

TUBELESS TYRES

ENGINE OIL

FUEL

COOLANT

CLUTCH

BRAKES

SUSPENSION

INSTRUMENTS AND
INDICATORS

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OPERATION

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY ESSENTIAL INDIVIDUAL

COMPONENTS

MAJOR COMPONENTS
(Information you need to operate
this motorcycle)

PARTS LOCATION

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STEERING LOCK

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
STARTING THE ENGINE
RUNNING-IN
RIDING
BRAKING
PARKING
ANTI-THEFT TIPS

HEADLIGHT AIM VERTICAL
ADJUSTMENT

SEAT
HELMET HOLDER
DOCUMENT BAG
STORAGE COMPARTMENT FOR
U-SHAPED ANTI-THEFT LOCK
RIGHT UNDER COWL

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OPERATIONFEATURES

(Not required for operation)

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SERIAL NUMBERS

TOOL KIT

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

THE IMPORTANCE OF
MAINTENANCE

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

STORAGE

BULB REPLACEMENT

FUSE REPLACEMENT

BATTERY

BRAKELIGHT SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT

THROTTLE OPERATION
COOLANT
DRIVE CHAIN

ENGINE OIL

CRANKCASE BREATHER

AIR CLEANER

BRAKE PAD WEAR

WHEEL REMOVAL

SIDE STAND

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
INSPECTION

DRIVE CHAIN SLIDER

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

STORAGE GUIDE

CLEANING

SPECIFICATIONS

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

TAKING CARE OF THE
UNEXPECTED

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Thereismuchthatyoucandotoprotect
yourself when you ride. You’ll find many
helpful recommendations throughout this
manual. Following are a few that we
consider to be most important.

Your motorcycle can provide many years of
service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and
understand the challenges that you can
meet on the road.

Some drivers do not see motorcycles
because they are not looking for them. To
make yourself more visible, wear bright
reflective clothing, position yourself so
other drivers can see you, signal before
turning or changing lanes, and use your
horn when it will help others notice you.

It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly
reduce the number and severity of head
injuries. So always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet and make sure your
passenger does the same. We also
recommend that you wear eye protection,
sturdy boots, gloves, and other protective
gear (page ).

Pushing the limits is another major cause of
motorcycle crashes. Never ride beyond
your personal abilities or faster than
conditions warrant. Remember that alcohol,
drugs, fatigue and inattention can
significantly reduce your ability to make
good judgements and ride safely.

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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Always Wear a Helmet

Make Yourself Easy to See

Ride Within Your Limits

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Foryoursafety,westronglyrecommend
that you always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet, eye protection, boots,
gloves, trousers, and a long-sleeved shirt or
jacket whenever you ride. Although
complete protection is not possible, wearing
proper gear can reduce the chance of injury
when you ride.
Following are suggestions to help you
choose proper gear.

Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one
drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time
gets worse with every additional drink. So
don’t drink and ride, and don’t let your
friends drink and ride either.

For safe riding, it’s important to inspect
your motorcycle before every ride and
perform all recommended maintenance.
Never exceed load limits, and only use
accessories that have been approved by
Honda for this motorcycle. See page for
more details.

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PROTECTIVE APPARELDon’t Drink and Ride

Keep Your Bike in Saf e Condition

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Not wearing a helmet increases the
chance of serious injury or death in a
crash.

Be sure you and your passenger
always wear a helmet, eye protection
and other protective apparel when you
ride.

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Your helmet is your most important piece of
riding gear because it offers the best
protection against head injuries. A helmet
should fit your head comfortably and
securely. A bright-coloured helmet can
make you more noticeable in traffic, as can
reflective strips.

An open-face helmet offers some protection,
but a full-face helmet offers more. Always
wear a face shield or goggles to protect
your eyes and help your vision.

In addition to a helmet and eye protection,
we also recommend:

Sturdy boots with non-slip soles to help
protect your feet and ankles.
Leather gloves to keep your hands warm
and help prevent blisters, cuts, burns and
bruises.
A motorcycle riding suit or jacket for
comfortaswellasprotection.Bright­coloured and reflective clothing can help
make you more noticeable in traffic. Be
sure to avoid loose clothes that could get
caught on any part of your motorcycle.

Helmets and Eye Protection Additional Riding Gear

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How much weight you put on your
motorcycle, and how you load it, are
important to your safety. Anytime you ride
with a passenger or cargo you should be
aware of the following information.

However, exceeding the weight limit or
carrying an unbalanced load can seriously
affect your motorcycle’s handling, braking
and stability. Non-Honda accessories,
improper modifications, and poor
maintenance can also reduce your safety
margin.

The following pages give more specific
information on loading, accessories and
modifications.

Your motorcycle has been designed to carry
you and one passenger. When you carry a
passenger, you may feel some difference
during acceleration and braking. But so long
as you keep your motorcycle well­maintained, with good tyres and brakes, you
can safely carry loads within the given limits
and guidelines.

LoadingLOAD LIMITS AND GUIDELINES

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Overloading or improper loading can
causeacrashandyoucanbe
seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other loading
guidelines in this manual.

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Your motorcycle is primarily intended for
transporting you and a passenger. You may
wish to secure a jacket or other small items
to the seat when you are not riding with a
passenger.

If you wish to carry more cargo, check with
your dealer for advice, and be sure to read
the information regarding accessories on
page .

Following are the load limits for your
motorcycle:

Improperly loading your motorcycle can
affect its stability and handling. Even if your
motorcycle is properly loaded, you should
ride at reduced speeds whenever carrying
cargo.

Includes the weight of the rider,
passenger, all cargo and all accessories

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Loading GuidelinesLoad Limits

Maximum weight capacity:

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140 kg (309 lb)

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Modifying your motorcycle or using non­Honda accessories can make your
motorcycle unsafe. Before you consider
making any modifications or adding an
accessory,besuretoreadthefollowing
information.

Follow these guidelines whenever you carry
a passenger or cargo:

To prevent loose items from creating a
hazard,makesurethatallcargois
securely tied down before you ride away.
Place cargo weight as close to the center
of the motorcycle as possible.
Balance cargo weight evenly on both
sides.

Check that both tyres are properly
inflated (page ).37

Accessories and Modifications

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Improper accessories or modifications
cancauseacrashinwhichyoucanbe
seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

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Donotpullatrailerorsidecarwithyour
motorcycle. This motorcycle was not
designed for these attachments, and their
use can seriously impair your motorcycle’s
handling.

We strongly advise you not to remove any
original equipment or modify your
motorcycle in any way that would change its
design or operation. Such changes could
seriously impair your motorcycle’s handling,
stability and braking, making it unsafe to
ride.

Removing or modifying your lights,
mufflers, emission control system or other
equipment can also make your motorcycle
illegal.

We strongly recommend that you use only
Honda Genuine Accessories that have been
specifically designed and tested for your
motorcycle. Because Honda cannot test all
other accessories, you must be personally
responsible for proper selection, installation
and use of non-Honda accessories. Check
with your dealer for assistance and always
follow these guidelines:

Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, reduce ground
clearance and banking angle, limit
suspension travel or steering travel, alter
your riding position or interfere with
operating any controls.

Be sure electrical equipment does not
exceed the motorcycle’s electrical system
capacity (page ). A blown fuse can
cause a loss of lights or engine power.

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Modif ications

Accessories

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There is a specific symbol on each label.
The meanings of each symbol and label are
as follows.

The following pages describe the label
meanings. Some labels warn you of
potential hazards that could cause serious
injury. Others provide important safety
information. Read this information carefully
and don’t remove the labels.

Ifalabelcomesofforbecomeshardtoread,
contact your dealer for a replacement.

IMAGE LABELS

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Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully.

Keep chain adjusted and lubricated.

Freeplay

Cold tyre pressure:
[Driver only]

Front
Rear

[Driver and passenger]

Front
Rear

Tyre size:

Front
Rear

Tyre brand:

Front
Rear

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DRIVE CHAIN LABEL

TYRE INFORMATION LABEL

mm ( in)

110/70 17M/C 54S
140/70 17M/C 66S

RX 01RZ

RX 01FD

200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm

, 29 psi)

200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm

, 29 psi)

200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm

, 29 psi)

225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm

, 33 psi)

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Rearview mirrorRearview mirror

Clutch lever

Ignition switch

Start button

Headlight dimmer
switch

Front brake lever

Throttle grip

Fuel fill cap

TachometerMulti-function display

Turn signal switch

Horn button

Indicators

Front brake
fluid reservoir

Indicators

Engine stop switch

Passing light
control switch

PARTS LOCATION

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Passenger footpeg

Rear brake fluid reservoirDocument compartment Battery

Main fuse

Tool kit

ABS motor fuse

CBR250RA

Footpeg

Engine oil fill capRear brake pedal

Coolant reserve tank

Engine oil
inspection window

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FootpegSide stand Seat lock

Helmet holder

Shift lever Passenger footpeg

Fuse box

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Theindicatorsarecontainedinthe
instrument panel. Their functions are
described in the tables on the following
pages.

(1) Multi-function display
(2) Tachometer
(3) Tachometer red zone
(4) Neutral indicator
(5) Right turn signal indicator
(6) High beam indicator
(7) RESET button
(8) MODE button
(9) PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp

(MIL)
(10) Left turn signal indicator
(11) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

indicator (CBR250RA)

(5)(8) (7) (6)

(2)(1) (3) (4)

(10) (9) (11)

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INDICATORS

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Multi-function display

Speedometer

Odometer

Tripmeter

Coolant temperature
gauge

Fuel gauge

Digital clock

Tachometer

The display includes the following functions;
This display shows the initial display (page ).

Shows riding speed (page ).

Shows accumulated mileage (page ).

Shows mileage per trip (page ).

Shows coolant temperature (page ).

Shows approximate fuel supply available (page ).

Shows hour and minute (page ).

Shows engine revolutions per minute.
The tachometer needle will swing to the maximum
scale on the dial once when the ignition switch is
turned ON.

(1)

(2)

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Function(Ref .No.) Description

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Tachometer red zone

Neutral indicator
(green)

High beam indicator
(blue)

Right turn signal indicator
(green)

Running the engine beyond recommended maximum
engine speed (the beginning of the tachometer red
zone) can damage the engine.

Never allow the tachometer needle to enter the red
zone, even after the engine has been broken in.

Lights when the transmission is in neutral.

Flashes when the right turn signal operates.

Lights when the headlight is on high beam.

RESET button This button is used to reset the tripmeter (page )

or to set the digital clock (page ).

(4)

(5)

(6)

(3)

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MODE button This button is used to select the odometer and

tripmeter (page ) or to set the digital clock (page

).

PGM-FI malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL)
(amber)

Lights when there is any abnormality in the PGM-FI
(Programmed Fuel Injection) system. Should also
light for a few seconds and then go off when the
ignition switch is turned ON.
If it comes on at any other time, reduce speed and
take the motorcycle to your dealer as soon as
possible.

Left turn signal indicator
(green)

Flashes when the left turn signal operates.

This indicator normally comes on when the ignition
switch is turned ON, and goes off after you ride the
motorcycle at speed above 10 km/h (6 mph). If there
is a problem with the Anti-lock Brake System, this
indicator flashes and remains on (page ).

Anti-lock Brake
System
(ABS) indicator
(amber)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(11)

(CBR250RA)

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(Ref .No.) Description Function

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Digital clock ( ) will reset if the battery is
disconnected.

When the ignition switch is turned ON, the
multi-function display ( ) will temporarily
show all the modes and digital segments.
Thereafter, the speedometer ( ) starts a
countdown to 0 km/h so that you can make
sure the liquid crystal display is functioning
properly.

(1)

(2)

(3)

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3

2

(1) Multi-function display
(2) Speedometer
(3) Digital clock

Initial Display

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Multi-function display ( ) includes the
following functions:

Speedometer
Odometer/Tripmeter

Digital clock

Coolant temperature gauge
Fuel gauge

(2)

(5) (4)

(6) (1)1(3)

(1) Multi-function display
(2) Speedometer
(3) Odometer/Tripmeter
(4) Coolant temperature gauge
(5) Fuel gauge
(6) Digital clock

Multi-function Display

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Shows riding speed.

The odometer ( ) shows accumulated
mileage.
The tripmeter ( ) shows mileage per trip.
Push the MODE button ( ) to select the
odometer and tripmeter.
To reset the tripmeter, push and hold the
RESET button ( ) for more than 2 seconds
when the display is in the tripmeter.

(2)

(4)

(5)

(1)

(3)

3

4

2

5

(1) Speedometer
(2) Odometer
(3) Tripmeter
(4) MODE button
(5) RESET button

Speedometer

Odometer/Tripmeter

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The coolant temperature gauge ( ) shows
coolant temperature.

Overheating Message:

The normal operating temperature range is
within the section between the segment C
()andsegmentH().

When the coolant is over specified
temperature, the segment H flashes.
If this occurs, stop the engine and check the
reserve tank coolant level. Read pages

and do not ride the motorcycle until the

problem has been corrected.

Exceeding maximum running temperature
may cause serious engine damage.

(1)

1

(3)(2)

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32

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(1) Coolant temperature gauge
(2) Segment C
(3) Segment H

Coolant Temperature Gauge

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