Honda Cbr150

[bobbin]

A new tire specifically for the CBR150r from IRC was mentioned in one of the above (recent) posts.

I just checked the ircthailand website and they have a model designed specially for the CBR150 Sport Club with high performance in mind.

Would this be the new tire and has anyone heard or read any reports?

The model is NR77U in their Premium Wings line.

[dave_boo]

A new tire specifically for the CBR150r from IRC was mentioned in one of the above (recent) posts.

I just checked the ircthailand website and they have a model designed specially for the CBR150 Sport Club with high performance in mind.

Would this be the new tire and has anyone heard or read any reports?

The model is NR77U in their Premium Wings line.

Links man, links!

[bigNavySeal]

Hey guys, like most of you here I own the nice little Honda CBR 150R and it's my best friend when getting around town in Bangkok. Nothing to complain about, except the power...

Now, as many know it's a 4-stroke engine and not that fast/powerful, and is surely outrun by any 2-stroke and mine even got a tough time competing with all the little scooters and finos around; those things are so dam_n light... have any of you modified as per below link? Few adjustments and buying a racing exhaust should get you a speed close to an 2-stroke NSR or something, meaning I'm hoping to get a speed of close to 180 km/h out of it.

My bike is an older 2003 model though, so the engine is a bit old but still running smooth, would any such modifications decrease engine quality on an older engine or considerably increase fuel consumption? Have any of you modified the tech significantly? Thanks for any suggestions/experiences.

http://www.motorcycle.in.th/article.php/Mo...-a-Honda-CBR150

[jackcorbett]

Hey guys, like most of you here I own the nice little Honda CBR 150R and it's my best friend when getting around town in Bangkok. Nothing to complain about, except the power...

Now, as many know it's a 4-stroke engine and not that fast/powerful, and is surely outrun by any 2-stroke and mine even got a tough time competing with all the little scooters and finos around; those things are so dam_n light... have any of you modified as per below link? Few adjustments and buying a racing exhaust should get you a speed close to an 2-stroke NSR or something, meaning I'm hoping to get a speed of close to 180 km/h out of it.

My bike is an older 2003 model though, so the engine is a bit old but still running smooth, would any such modifications decrease engine quality on an older engine or considerably increase fuel consumption? Have any of you modified the tech significantly? Thanks for any suggestions/experiences.

http://www.motorcycle.in.th/article.php/Mo...-a-Honda-CBR150

I once had a Sebring supercharger put on a Mazda Miata Sports Car, had a header and a after market exhaust put on as well. Originally the car put out just 116 horsepower (it was a 1992 model, new models have about 170 horsepower stock). This totally transformed the car and I think the horsepower came up to around 180 or so. What was happening is on demand the supercharger was pumping more air into the engine while the new fuel management system was metering in more fuel as well. I blew three engines at a couple of thousand dollars apiece and finally had the supercharger removed. The car was very reliable from then on until I hit 150,000 miles when the transmission finally gave out. Miata sports cars are the most reliable cars Mazda produces and transmission failures are practically unheard of. My guess is the engineers built this transmission to withstand the torque of a 116 horsepower four cylinder engine not for 180 horsepower plus that produced the torque of a small V-8.

As to my blowing my first engine here's my theory on that one. Stock that Miata would top out at around 118 miles an hour. In fifth gear she had enough power to pull say 6000 rpms and that would be it. With the supercharger installed I had a tremendous increase in power and I could now get 139 miles an hour out of the sports car. Every time...precisely 139 miles an hour because that's the speed at which the rev limiter would cut in. The car wouldn't simply stop accelerating. At 138 miles an hour it was still accelerating like a bat out of hel_l. She'd hit a brick wall and the car would stop delivering fuel. But here's the kicker. I was now doing over 7200 rpms in fifth gear which put me right at the red line. But.......the car was meant to go up to the red line but only for extremely short periods of time say while accelerating from 2nd to 3rd, then from 3rd to 4th and as soon as the gear change was completed rpms would drop. This was not the case while I was trying to see how fast I could take the little car. It might take me a minute to get to 7200 rpms in fifty gear as my speed built up to 139 miles an hour. Clearly the engineers did not build that engine to withstand 7200 rpms for prolonged periods of time.

I learnt my lesson which was not to screw with what a bunch of savvy engineers had built into a given machine whether the machine is a car or a bike.

[visions]

A new tire specifically for the CBR150r from IRC was mentioned in one of the above (recent) posts.

I just checked the ircthailand website and they have a model designed specially for the CBR150 Sport Club with high performance in mind.

Would this be the new tire and has anyone heard or read any reports?

The model is NR77U in their Premium Wings line.

I just checked out the range of tires available on the IRC website...seems the NR77U is basicly the same size over all as the stock tires...maybe a little more sticky tho??

Other options appear? to be NR48 which is wider both front and rear but not so changed on over all diameter which affects acceleration etc.

A wider option again is the NF46 which has a 120/80 rear but the overall diameter is getting up (30mm on the stock CBR) and may not fit into the swing arm?? Made for the Pro-arm NSR so I guess the grip should be ok as its a higher performance bike than the CBR.

Any one have any comment on these?

[songoku777]

Been a while, had to swim up serveral pages

How to get a 120 Jet for my Carby?

I've been trying to up the size of my jet as recommended on this very thread. I've just gone to my second Honda dealership (on Sukhumvit 71. They don't speak English btw). But no, looks like the 115 is the largest that they all stock. Fair enough I suppose. Went for a walk up along suk 71 while they were puting in a new airfilter, changing the oil etc and none of the mom & pop mechanics/motorbike shops had any either.

Any idea where I can get one? would a Ninja250 jet fit into a cbr150 as the kwacker bigbike shop would have those?

Or does anyone else know of a mechanic or store where we can get a bigger jet?

Thanks.

Same from where i come from. The 115 is the biggest size for that CV carb type, which is why PE28 carbs and the like, make such a hit -they have available 'bigger' jet sizes.

I always thought the stock CBR150 carb was 26mm .. but someone apparently told me it's a 28mm // anyone got solid info on this?

Excuse my ignorance.

A couple of Thais have told me the CBR is no longer in production. However, they are still in the showrooms and the garage I use, who seem to know their stuff, insist they are still in production.

So, can anyone else confirm they are still being produced?

If they are, does anyone know why this rumour that they are no longer in production exists?

Over to you.

Thanks.

Thank you for the detailed replies. I am learning new stuff here which is the point of any forum.

They are still in the showrooms and if all goes to plan I'll be buying one in the second half of 2010. I'll keep watching this space.

Same 'rumor' i get from here. I reckon that the average bike would still have available parts even after 5 years of the actual units ceasing production. However i'd also like to note that the CBR150 is way above 'average'. It's got a strong market both in and outside of Thailand. In sum, i don't think anyone would have any major part scarcity problems in the next 10 years

Someone was asking about seats in another thread so I thought I'd post these as I've just had mine redone.

nice work you had done with that seat withnail. here's mine.. since i had it -really- thin, i had to have an upholstery specialist make separate seams to contour the shape...

[songoku777]

Ok, went back to the very first page and started reading posts. That was about an hour and a half ago, and still can't find what I'm looking for.

Headlights on CBR are NOT that good at night, and I'd like to find something better. Tried xenon, 2 different sets, but that didn't help matters. Someone said there was a thread on here about someone who found a better or bigger bulb that works, but after 90 minutes of reading, I can't find it, and my eyes are getting blurry now. lol.

So, if anyone can tell me about a bigger, brighter, better bulb for the headlights, you'll have my enternal gratitude.

Had a post once a few months back of trying a lot of headlight bulbs for the CBR150. I've come up to a conclusion.. the best bulb mod one can make is to fit HID (some call them xenon) bulbs. Most CBRs install only one HID bulb and leave the other side with a higher wattage halogen bulb (ie 35w), for city driving and where HIDs are not allowed, avoiding problems with stup1d law enforcers. Others also do that so they the can 'save' power to avoid battery drain by toggling between HID & normal bulb. This setup requires you install a switch (obviously), and a good 'replacement' for the CBR handlebar switch assembly would be a Raider150's. There are other bike-brand/model switch assemblies that would work ok as well.

I personally like to keep the electricals of my bike in 'virgin' condition.. so i just popped in two (35w) halogen bulbs -its already improved a lot from the stock 18w stanleys. But still far inferior compared to HIDs ... IMO the best color temp HID would be 4300kelvin since that temp gives give out the most lumen output. Ofcourse it doesn't square up with 6000k or 8000k in the 'looks' department. Im more on 'functionality' than on style.

I think most stock OEM HID-fitted cars used to come out with 4.3k HIDs, much like how the old mercedes e-class used to come with during the early 90s -when HIDs were still like martian technology to a lot of folks.

Hi my bike is only six months old and the chrome part of my exhaust muffler is starting to show signs of pitting and rusting, ( looks like little stone chips )? I clean my bike well and was wondering if this is just a bad exhaust that I got , as I have not seen any of my friends exhauts do this? Any advise ?

Any typical chrome finish would pitt if left out to dry or fail to get proper care. I used to have the same experience with mine and found those tiny dots were bits of asphalt from the road. Often during rains where the muffler gets splashed by mud and stuff, come with little bits of asphalt. I clean mine with a light application of kerosene or a mild paint thinner (be careful not to apply it on painted surfaces tho). I finish the cleaning off with a moist cloth slightly damped with a thin wax.

HTH

[Just1Voice]

CBR'S FOR SALE

Don't know if anyone is looking, but the Honda dealer on Mihadol Road as you come into town has 3 second hand CBR's for sale. 2 blue, 1 black. Asking price is 53,500.

[Bobr]

CBR'S FOR SALE

Don't know if anyone is looking, but the Honda dealer on Mihadol Road as you come into town has 3 second hand CBR's for sale. 2 blue, 1 black. Asking price is 53,500.

There's a small Honda dealer here in Sattahip that has 3 brand new ones. Apparently there are still some left in dealers. I'm tempted but if I buy one Honda will come out with some super updated replacement. My present cbr has 77k on it and runs well but a new one would be nice.

[eljeque]

Honda CBR 150 R"Aling"Part 1

Honda CBR 150 R"Aling"Part 2

[visions]

CBR'S FOR SALE

Don't know if anyone is looking, but the Honda dealer on Mihadol Road as you come into town has 3 second hand CBR's for sale. 2 blue, 1 black. Asking price is 53,500.

There's a small Honda dealer here in Sattahip that has 3 brand new ones. Apparently there are still some left in dealers. I'm tempted but if I buy one Honda will come out with some super updated replacement. My present cbr has 77k on it and runs well but a new one would be nice.

Main Honda Dealer in Rayong has one red one new (sold 2 new in last 2 weeks) and 3 very tidy condition second hand.

The manager told me recently that a FI model was coming out in July........believe or not, up to you...just repeating what I was told.

Just wish it also includes a 250 V twin as well........ahhh well ..... dreams are free

Think I would trade up if true.

[Just1Voice]

Personally, I wish they'd bring back the 250, which they stopped producing in 1999

[visions]

Personally, I wish they'd bring back the 250, which they stopped producing in 1999

Yes me too, I have ridden one for a short distance, very nice bike and performs way above many bigger bikes. Came very close to buying it, but the age put me off, along with the associated green book and maintainence worries.

I think the retail price would kill a bike like that these days!

Thats a very nice example in the pic.

[In the jungle]

I am now 5000 km and nine months into CBR ownership.

I bought it primarily to enable longer journeys at a reasonable pace. It hasn't worked out to date.

I have made two long trips and on both occasions it has broken down requiring warranty repairs.

The first failure was the vacuum fuel tap

The second failure was the radiator. I only picked it up from the radiator replacement yesterday and tomorrow it is going back to the dealer because the headlamp has fallen apart!

Judging from reading a selection of the preceding pages it looks as though I have been unlucky.

The top three things I would like to change on the CBR are:

1. The tyres: they look like they will last a zillion km but I swear the tyres on my old shopping Honda Dream have more grip.

2. The seat: I can't wait to get off the bike after about 100 km.

3. The hopeless headlamp(s)

My cunning plan for the headlamps is to use those from a VFR400 NC30. I have a couple hanging around in the shed, they are very close in diameter to the CBR units and I know they perform very well. They use Japanese spec 60W/35W halogen bulbs. The UK spec CBR 125 uses 35W/35W headlight bulbs and I would hazard a guess that the alternator is the same as a CBR150 so I think the alternator should cope as main beam would only get intermittent use. It would probably be simpler to nail some H4 bulbs into the stock headlamps but halogens produce a lot of heat and I am concerned that they may melt parts of the headlamp. With the VFR400 lights the bodies of the lamps are specced to deal with the heat.

The wiring will need some changes to deal with the higher output of the headlamps but I think that can be done without hacking the loom about.

If I can persuade the dealer to let me have my old self-dissembling CBR headlamp then I should be able to put it together for peanuts. Hmm...that may be the hardest part...getting the dealer to give the broken bits to me for free.

[visions]

I am now 5000 km and nine months into CBR ownership.

I bought it primarily to enable longer journeys at a reasonable pace. It hasn't worked out to date.

I have made two long trips and on both occasions it has broken down requiring warranty repairs.

All I can say is you have been unlucky. I have now done almost 100,000km on my CBR 150 (30,000 of that on my second bike) and no problems ever.

I have done several trips in excess of 600 km non stop not getting off the bike (even at the 2 fuel fillups) No sore bum and not feeling stressed anywhere. Cruise between 100 to 110 with bursts higher than that for passing etc. Im certainly no spring chicken either.

I drive resonably hard in acceleration and cornering and never really had any problems with the IRCs but mindful in the wet sure. rear needs replacing now but not down to the wear strip yet.

I agree about the lights tho. My first bike I always wondered why people complained because they were ok...but on my new bike I think candles would be brighter!!

[songoku777]

I am now 5000 km and nine months into CBR ownership.

I bought it primarily to enable longer journeys at a reasonable pace. It hasn't worked out to date.

I have made two long trips and on both occasions it has broken down requiring warranty repairs.

The first failure was the vacuum fuel tap

The second failure was the radiator. I only picked it up from the radiator replacement yesterday and tomorrow it is going back to the dealer because the headlamp has fallen apart!

Judging from reading a selection of the preceding pages it looks as though I have been unlucky.

The top three things I would like to change on the CBR are:

1. The tyres: they look like they will last a zillion km but I swear the tyres on my old shopping Honda Dream have more grip.

2. The seat: I can't wait to get off the bike after about 100 km.

3. The hopeless headlamp(s)

My cunning plan for the headlamps is to use those from a VFR400 NC30. I have a couple hanging around in the shed, they are very close in diameter to the CBR units and I know they perform very well. They use Japanese spec 60W/35W halogen bulbs. The UK spec CBR 125 uses 35W/35W headlight bulbs and I would hazard a guess that the alternator is the same as a CBR150 so I think the alternator should cope as main beam would only get intermittent use. It would probably be simpler to nail some H4 bulbs into the stock headlamps but halogens produce a lot of heat and I am concerned that they may melt parts of the headlamp. With the VFR400 lights the bodies of the lamps are specced to deal with the heat.

The wiring will need some changes to deal with the higher output of the headlamps but I think that can be done without hacking the loom about.

If I can persuade the dealer to let me have my old self-dissembling CBR headlamp then I should be able to put it together for peanuts. Hmm...that may be the hardest part...getting the dealer to give the broken bits to me for free.

Must be a 1 in a thousand factory defect. Had a friend who had to bring his CBR back after about a month since the temp kept rising and would always sit a little bit at the 3/4 mark. Notice in the tropics, the CBR would prefer running at atleast 50-60kph.. his CBR however always ran hot -so he had the whole unit replaced.

Stock headlights are indeed crappy. From personal experience the stock wires & fixture can handle 35w halogen bulbs. The trick there is keep it connected to the AC current (the way small MC's lights pulsate with low rpm).. some 'modified' CBRs often bought 2nd hand, have their headlights wired directly to the battery -which ofcourse will be brighter but will run much hotter and put more strain to the reflectors n wires than they can handle.

All I can say is you have been unlucky. I have now done almost 100,000km on my CBR 150 (30,000 of that on my second bike) and no problems ever.

I have done several trips in excess of 600 km non stop not getting off the bike (even at the 2 fuel fillups) No sore bum and not feeling stressed anywhere. Cruise between 100 to 110 with bursts higher than that for passing etc. Im certainly no spring chicken either.

I drive resonably hard in acceleration and cornering and never really had any problems with the IRCs but mindful in the wet sure. rear needs replacing now but not down to the wear strip yet.

I agree about the lights tho. My first bike I always wondered why people complained because they were ok...but on my new bike I think candles would be brighter!!

Good tires are michelin pilot or Pirelli Sport Demon. From where i come from, 'mizzle' (made in indonesia) tires are getting to be popular for the CBR. They are not as expensive but offer good grip -medium to soft rubber compound -im planning on getting a pair myself. Im just not sure of its longevity tho. Theres a fellow here whos got them on his CBR150, its been a couple of months now.. still 'looks' ok.

[In the jungle]

Thinking about it some more I think the reason why I find the seat a pain in the a*** and others do not is probably due to the differences in the way people are built.

Your weight is distributed between hands, feet and backside. The distribution of weight is going to be different depending on your physique. With the stock CBR it just doesn't work for me. Wizzing around town it is of no consequence but I would like to be able to do 1000 km a day.

Maybe I need to play around with the positions of the bars and footpegs on the CBR.

By contrast, with my VFR400 it is wrist ache that is the killer. It may be my age but after about 45 minutes my wrists feel like those of a teenager with a big stack of porn mags.

[visions]

Thinking about it some more I think the reason why I find the seat a pain in the a*** and others do not is probably due to the differences in the way people are built.

Your weight is distributed between hands, feet and backside. The distribution of weight is going to be different depending on your physique. With the stock CBR it just doesn't work for me. Wizzing around town it is of no consequence but I would like to be able to do 1000 km a day.

Maybe I need to play around with the positions of the bars and footpegs on the CBR.

By contrast, with my VFR400 it is wrist ache that is the killer. It may be my age but after about 45 minutes my wrists feel like those of a teenager with a big stack of porn mags.

You shouldnt try reading those mags while you are driving!!

Back to body size...Im not that big ( but I am old) and I think suit the "CBR size" requirements ok. I can drive large distances with little discomfort at all.

I drive with my bum just touching the rear seat and have clearance at the critical front area ok so no problems there. I also never slide forward like some claim happens. My wrists are horozontal off the bars so no weight or strain on them.

I have a CBR 400 also and find that comfortable but a much more crouched position...not sure about long distance yet. But Ive ridden a CBR 600 several times over 600 km, also non stop except for fuel stops.

[Calikid]

have any of you modified as per below link? Few adjustments and buying a racing exhaust should get you a speed close to an 2-stroke NSR or something, meaning I'm hoping to get a speed of close to 180 km/h out of it.

http://www.motorcycle.in.th/article.php/Mo...-a-Honda-CBR150

Hey BNS,

I have done all the things in that link and added a K&N air filter (not the one that is made for CBR150 but a big round one and used a piece of pipe and clamp to attache to intake) with a bunch of extra holes in the air filter box as well as a PE 28mm carb with Endurance racing exhaust. I also have a 2003 model but happens to be one that was still hitting 158 kmh before the upgrades. After making them I found the bike reached higher speeds much faster and will bring it all the way into the red pretty much anytime I want it to or am not paying attention so I've got to be careful. So have had it up to about 165. Putting new sprockets on it I could see it reaching 180kmh, but I am happy with the acceleration of the bike as is, am getting a slightly bigger tire (110/80) put on tomorrow which will give me just a bit more speed.

K&N 1500

carb 2000

Exhaust 3500 (sounds awesome as well)

There was a dunlop 100/80 that I was thinking of putting on the front. Any recommendations? Any at all as far as size of tire goes?

I see a lot talk of lights and was so displeased with my lights as well until I recently put GENUINE zenons in it and must say I am happy with the result at 200 baht each and about 60-70% brighter. I would also mention that honda doesnt recommend using zenon as they get hotter than stock and say they will melt the fixture. I say just leave them off in the day and they will be fine.

[Calikid]

[Newguy70]

Hi Guys,

I have test driven this bike twice recently and would love to get one. However, I am having one problem. It seems each time I have ridden this bike I am getting palm pain, wich would be related to poor riding posture (Not wrist pain). Prior to riding it I was turned off of it due to the size of the bike (With me at 6ft 198lbs), I made the assumption that the bike was too small. However, after riding it, the seat to pegs position feels natural(Thus I feel the bike is not the problem). So I am thinking risers? Does anyone have a picture of the bike with risers added, and did you add them due to this problem? Or did you just move onto a bike with a different riding posture. Any oppinions, and responses are greatly appreciated.

Thnx Guys...

[visions]

Hi Guys,

I have test driven this bike twice recently and would love to get one. However, I am having one problem. It seems each time I have ridden this bike I am getting palm pain, wich would be related to poor riding posture (Not wrist pain). Prior to riding it I was turned off of it due to the size of the bike (With me at 6ft 198lbs), I made the assumption that the bike was too small. However, after riding it, the seat to pegs position feels natural(Thus I feel the bike is not the problem). So I am thinking risers? Does anyone have a picture of the bike with risers added, and did you add them due to this problem? Or did you just move onto a bike with a different riding posture. Any oppinions, and responses are greatly appreciated.

Thnx Guys...

Just a thought.....its not vibation causing the problem?? Umbalanced front wheel pehaps?

[Arctic]

Hi Guys,

I have test driven this bike twice recently and would love to get one. However, I am having one problem. It seems each time I have ridden this bike I am getting palm pain, wich would be related to poor riding posture (Not wrist pain). Prior to riding it I was turned off of it due to the size of the bike (With me at 6ft 198lbs), I made the assumption that the bike was too small. However, after riding it, the seat to pegs position feels natural(Thus I feel the bike is not the problem). So I am thinking risers? Does anyone have a picture of the bike with risers added, and did you add them due to this problem? Or did you just move onto a bike with a different riding posture. Any oppinions, and responses are greatly appreciated.

Thnx Guys...

Just a thought.....its not vibation causing the problem?? Umbalanced front wheel pehaps?

I think not since both myself and a friend of mine are experiencing the exact same problem, and we're quite different built. I've tried every different riding posture I can think of, including frequently changing riding posture, but I can't seem to get rid of the palm pains. I do seem to get some relief while riding with my crotch forward, almost touching the tank in a very upright position - but that's not a very comfortable riding position. I would appreciate any input on this issue since it's just about to driving me to change a bike I'm otherwise very happy with.....

[Calikid]

Hi Guys,

I have test driven this bike twice recently and would love to get one. However, I am having one problem. It seems each time I have ridden this bike I am getting palm pain, wich would be related to poor riding posture (Not wrist pain). Prior to riding it I was turned off of it due to the size of the bike (With me at 6ft 198lbs), I made the assumption that the bike was too small. However, after riding it, the seat to pegs position feels natural(Thus I feel the bike is not the problem). So I am thinking risers? Does anyone have a picture of the bike with risers added, and did you add them due to this problem? Or did you just move onto a bike with a different riding posture. Any oppinions, and responses are greatly appreciated.

Thnx Guys...

Just a thought.....its not vibation causing the problem?? Umbalanced front wheel pehaps?

I think not since both myself and a friend of mine are experiencing the exact same problem, and we're quite different built. I've tried every different riding posture I can think of, including frequently changing riding posture, but I can't seem to get rid of the palm pains. I do seem to get some relief while riding with my crotch forward, almost touching the tank in a very upright position - but that's not a very comfortable riding position. I would appreciate any input on this issue since it's just about to driving me to change a bike I'm otherwise very happy with.....

Like the guy said, unbalanced wheel perhaps, maybe the grips, or something unbalanced somewhere.

[songoku777]

Riding Posture was also one of my concerns when i bought a bike. Initially, i wanted a bike like this... originated from india originally known as the Bajaj pulsar. Came in 180, 200, and 220 cc.. oil cooled twin spark ignition... however none was for sale locally till after some time i got my CBR150.

the best thing i liked about this bike is it's magnificent H4 headlight (unlike CBR150's crappy H6), the digital instrumentation, & the stock 120/80 tire (compared to CBR's 100/80)

Im not sorry for my purchase tho, since 'power' was also a major consideration. Tried & tested, the stock CBR150 needed only 90% effort to show the stock 200cc is no match for power & speed.

Having enjoyed the 'power' of my mini sportbike, now i had to find a way to 'enjoy' leisurely riding. Being more into muscle bikes with a more standard posture, i thought of adopting some of it's details. Budget was limited, so i just made a few adjustments to the CBR150's ergonomics...

Ofcourse there would be a lot more improvement if i were able to fit a 'riser' for the handlebars. I also needed longer throttle and clutch cables, not to mention the harness wires going to the switches. Too much hassle & costly so i did the next best thing...

A lower rear shock, more bucket(ed) seat, and handlebars raised to the maximum without affecting the clutch & throttle pull, plus the handlebars were angled more toward the rider to minimize crouching. The over all effect was a lot better than the stock. Seating position is now more 'upright' without feeling awkward or looking silly. The lowered rear suspension helps avoid leaning forward too much, so the palms & wrists take less weight & pressure.

The overall handling felt about just the same as the stock, tho rake & trail has somehow changed -its not really a big deal since i was never after touching my knees on the pavement on every corner.

Lower racing handlebars and rearsets are something i dont think i'll ever need for my riding purpose

[T_Dog]

Interesting to hear of the problems other riders have had. My experience has been that the CBR-150 is the most reliable bike I have owned. Was thinking on a ride last week that the engine mounted on a dual-purpose frame would make an ideal around-the-world bike as it never fails (at least for me) and it is so frugal on fuel.

Here is a link to a trip report for the ride the Dedicated Companion Unit and I took last week:

http://www.gt-rider.com/thailand-motorcycl...5032-t7638.html

On one day we did about 8 very steep sustained climbs in temps around 35-40 degrees C and it never got near the red zone on the temp gauge. Two up and max power output it does just fine.

[Newguy70]

Hi Guys,

I have test driven this bike twice recently and would love to get one. However, I am having one problem. It seems each time I have ridden this bike I am getting palm pain, wich would be related to poor riding posture (Not wrist pain). Prior to riding it I was turned off of it due to the size of the bike (With me at 6ft 198lbs), I made the assumption that the bike was too small. However, after riding it, the seat to pegs position feels natural(Thus I feel the bike is not the problem). So I am thinking risers? Does anyone have a picture of the bike with risers added, and did you add them due to this problem? Or did you just move onto a bike with a different riding posture. Any oppinions, and responses are greatly appreciated.

Thnx Guys...

Just a thought.....its not vibation causing the problem?? Umbalanced front wheel pehaps?

I really didn't notice any vibration. In fact, on the two days out on the CBR150, I had the opportunity to ride about 7 different bikes(CBR's). Unbalanced wheels? Probably(somewhat, not enought to cause the amount of vibration)! I found the rides enjoyable, it was really just trying to find a comftorable spot on the bike. It's a problem of riding posture for me. Risers would be a good adjustment (providing a more upright posture), but I would like to he hear from other riders who may have found a solution. I think the seat, shock adjustment, and rising the bars as far as possible withouth the risers which was metioned by songoku777, is a very good start. And the picture was great Songoku77!

Thnx Guys

[Arctic]

Riding Posture was also one of my concerns when i bought a bike. Initially, i wanted a bike like this... originated from india originally known as the Bajaj pulsar. Came in 180, 200, and 220 cc.. oil cooled twin spark ignition... however none was for sale locally till after some time i got my CBR150.

the best thing i liked about this bike is it's magnificent H4 headlight (unlike CBR150's crappy H6), the digital instrumentation, & the stock 120/80 tire (compared to CBR's 100/80)

Im not sorry for my purchase tho, since 'power' was also a major consideration. Tried & tested, the stock CBR150 needed only 90% effort to show the stock 200cc is no match for power & speed.

Having enjoyed the 'power' of my mini sportbike, now i had to find a way to 'enjoy' leisurely riding. Being more into muscle bikes with a more standard posture, i thought of adopting some of it's details. Budget was limited, so i just made a few adjustments to the CBR150's ergonomics...

Ofcourse there would be a lot more improvement if i were able to fit a 'riser' for the handlebars. I also needed longer throttle and clutch cables, not to mention the harness wires going to the switches. Too much hassle & costly so i did the next best thing...

A lower rear shock, more bucket(ed) seat, and handlebars raised to the maximum without affecting the clutch & throttle pull, plus the handlebars were angled more toward the rider to minimize crouching. The over all effect was a lot better than the stock. Seating position is now more 'upright' without feeling awkward or looking silly. The lowered rear suspension helps avoid leaning forward too much, so the palms & wrists take less weight & pressure.

The overall handling felt about just the same as the stock, tho rake & trail has somehow changed -its not really a big deal since i was never after touching my knees on the pavement on every corner.

Lower racing handlebars and rearsets are something i dont think i'll ever need for my riding purpose

Thank's for your pedagogical efforts to share your experiences. Even though raising the

front and lowering the rear of the bike sounds somewhat unesthetical to me, and draining

the seat from stuffing sounds like..... moving sore from palms to another part of the body,

I imagine your mod package just might do it for me. Regarding lowering the the rear suspension:

Is it a matter of adjustment, or do you have to replace hardware?

[songoku777]

I really didn't notice any vibration. In fact, on the two days out on the CBR150, I had the opportunity to ride about 7 different bikes(CBR's). Unbalanced wheels? Probably(somewhat, not enought to cause the amount of vibration)! I found the rides enjoyable, it was really just trying to find a comftorable spot on the bike. It's a problem of riding posture for me. Risers would be a good adjustment (providing a more upright posture), but I would like to he hear from other riders who may have found a solution. I think the seat, shock adjustment, and rising the bars as far as possible withouth the risers which was metioned by songoku777, is a very good start. And the picture was great Songoku77!

Thnx Guys

dont mention it ^^. Yup thats a start.. and later on if you're not yet satisfied.. you can explore more complicated projects ^^

Thank's for your pedagogical efforts to share your experiences. Even though raising the

front and lowering the rear of the bike sounds somewhat unesthetical to me, and draining

the seat from stuffing sounds like..... moving sore from palms to another part of the body,

I imagine your mod package just might do it for me. Regarding lowering the the rear suspension:

Is it a matter of adjustment, or do you have to replace hardware?

'hardware' unfortunately :/ ..a Yamaha T135 (aka Sniper) monoshock would do nicely. I just had to add a little 'riser' since it was too short. Got it 2nd hand from someone who mod his T135 so the price was cheap. I saw a plug & play ohlins shock but it was insanely expensive. You may also want to check out YSS Shocks -those are highly available in Thailand.

I have to admit, the setup wasn't a contender in the 'looks' department.. unless you can bare with something that looks like this..

Notice how it makes the bike look 'longer' ...

Basically, i tried to make it look something like an SV650s ....

You're right.. the leaner seat takes the toll on me at some point. Tho i never found a 3 hour ride excruciating on the bum.

Edited May 16, 2010 by songoku777

[Just1Voice]

Guess I'm about to find out just how good my CBR is. One year old this month, never had a problem of any kind, and tomorrow I'm heading out for a "road trip". Mueang Chiang Mai to Phan, Chiang Rai. Then to Nong Bua Lamphu, on to Pitsanulock, Udon Thani, then Khon Kaen. Then back to Chiang Mai. No special reason for the trip, other than to have some fun. Naturally my loving Thai wife thinks I'm nuts, but for the most part understands my need for a small "vacation" of this type. But only after I promised to take her to Koh Samui for a week later in the year. lol