Scott1907 Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 I just bought and installed a new exhaust pipe for my Honda CBR 250. I wanted to share some information and videos for those in the market. Check out my blog to watch the videos: http://smb01.com/leo-vince-carbon-fiber-exhaust-honda-cbr-250 Like and share! Hope you enjoy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sure Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 It's time for my first service, can anyone recommend a downtown Bangkok Honda dealer for servicing? Or are they all pretty much the same? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ll2 Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 It's time for my first service, can anyone recommend a downtown Bangkok Honda dealer for servicing? Or are they all pretty much the same? prefer 'sumet cycle', foreign management. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sure Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Thanks, I may consider although a bit far away for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sure Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Checked with one place yesterday, the mechanic said no need to check the valves as the bike sounded ok. Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ll2 Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 ^ yeah, they told me the same with my cbr250 and it is nonsense. They cannot understand the condition of valves just by listening! just press them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonnyF Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 ^ yeah, they told me the same with my cbr250 and it is nonsense. They cannot understand the condition of valves just by listening! just press them. They don't need torque wrenches either, "Thai can feel when it right". The exception being the rear wheel on my old Nouvo but that's another story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Osborne Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 .. valve checks be done periodically as per Honda manual so mechanic was correct in saying not required if no unusual noise ..... to be fair if you can't do some basic mechanics on a bike without the help of a torque wrench you probably shouldn't be working on a bike anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sure Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 It's due at 1000km according to the manual. I've been to 3 dealers now, none of them say it's required. Are they just lazy or is it really not needed? Anyway I had the oil and filter changed and may try the valve check myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon from yasothon Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 R.I.P Kurt Caselli who died from head injuries he suffered while racing his CR yesterday in the States.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon from yasothon Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Anyone go a phone number any information about a bike shop called "Monster Bike Shop" in Buri Ram???? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaicbr Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Ok. This is a bit of weird question.. Some time ago i remember a post about a resort on top of a hill in Petchabun. i think it was a posters brother in laws resort or something.. i think the poster had a CRF. But for thr life of me i can't find the info or remember the poster name. But i do remember the great pictures that he posted.. anyway if you are that poster or remember it. can you let me know as i'm interested in staying at the resort.. Thanks Allan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alco Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Got my 1000 km service with only oil change. The dealer where I bought the bike did not even bother to change the oil filter. I will buy my own tools and do the valve check myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaicbr Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Ok. This is a bit of weird question.. Some time ago i remember a post about a resort on top of a hill in Petchabun. i think it was a posters brother in laws resort or something.. i think the poster had a CRF. But for thr life of me i can't find the info or remember the poster name. But i do remember the great pictures that he posted.. anyway if you are that poster or remember it. can you let me know as i'm interested in staying at the resort.. Thanks Allan hiya that was me you mean tub berk hill,there is now quite a few resorts up there ,you can turn up and pick and choose as long as its not peak season ,pm me if you need any more info or want number for where the brother in laws place is. I thought it was you. But wasn't 100% sure. I'm getting married in January and have some friends coming for the wedding so was going to do a road trip show then some good bits of Thailand. The ceramic temple is in that area as well isn't it? Pm sent. Sent from my phone with the app thingy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyrick Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 Anybody have a good recommendation in the bangkok vicinity for custom painting? Looking at FLAMES! Freestyle type, not your basic symmetrical same on both sides! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyrick Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 R.I.P Kurt Caselli who died from head injuries he suffered while racing his CR yesterday in the States.. Baja claimed another cool guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paz Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 Got my 1000 km service with only oil change. The dealer where I bought the bike did not even bother to change the oil filter. I will buy my own tools and do the valve check myself.Materials pf today are very exact so unless you hear clicking you should not bother for now. Also I'm not sure if it uses shims in which case it is not such a simple job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paz Posted December 4, 2013 Share Posted December 4, 2013 Just wanted to add that of course valve gap can change both ways and there is a small chance that one valve gets punted. In this case no noise is heard but a loss of power is possible. Again I would not worry before 3000 km and multiple extended hi rev runs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sure Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 Hope you're right about the valve check Paz, it's just that Honda advise it needs to be done in their manual. Anyway I have had my bike for 2 months and overall I'm very pleased with it. Good value for money and perfect for my type of uses. There are a couple of issues though: clunky gear changes it stalls sometimes, I don't think it's my fault wish the fuel tank was a little bigger not too impressed with a few service centers I've checked out. Will stick with my regular unofficial mechanic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paz Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 Hope you're right about the valve check Paz, it's just that Honda advise it needs to be done in their manual. Anyway I have had my bike for 2 months and overall I'm very pleased with it. Good value for money and perfect for my type of uses. There are a couple of issues though: clunky gear changes it stalls sometimes, I don't think it's my fault wish the fuel tank was a little bigger not too impressed with a few service centers I've checked out. Will stick with my regular unofficial mechanic For stalls try 95 oct fuel or v-power, even better ecu mods. For shifting change oil to different brand and viscosity (within reason). Brand service center are most often staffed by underpaid monkeys, stick to a local shop that has foreign big bikd customers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sure Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 Thanks for the suggestions, will try them. Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon from yasothon Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Hope you're right about the valve check Paz, it's just that Honda advise it needs to be done in their manual. Anyway I have had my bike for 2 months and overall I'm very pleased with it. Good value for money and perfect for my type of uses. There are a couple of issues though: clunky gear changes it stalls sometimes, I don't think it's my fault wish the fuel tank was a little bigger not too impressed with a few service centers I've checked out. Will stick with my regular unofficial mechanic For stalls try 95 oct fuel or v-power, even better ecu mods. For shifting change oil to different brand and viscosity (within reason). Brand service center are most often staffed by underpaid monkeys, stick to a local shop that has foreign big bikd customers. Hay Paz Whats a good brand of oil (visc) for the gear box im with brother Sure. clunky box is a bit of a bummer.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanwiley Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Anyone go a phone number any information about a bike shop called "Monster Bike Shop" in Buri Ram???? Cheers I've bought a bit of gear from this shop. They sell mostly high-end stuff. I got an LS2 helmet, Alpine Stars Riding Jacket, Nerve Riding Pants. The owner is a Thai guy who went to university in Australia. He speaks perfect English. He also does maintenance. I think he mostly works on high-end big bikes. He has a Buell in his shop, and I see BMW, big Kawi, etc when I go there. Not sure about phone number, but he's located right downtown near the old day market, near Thani Road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paz Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Thailand is hot so you can stay high on viscosity. Other than that stay on top of the line products and try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon from yasothon Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Anyone go a phone number any information about a bike shop called "Monster Bike Shop" in Buri Ram???? Cheers I've bought a bit of gear from this shop. They sell mostly high-end stuff. I got an LS2 helmet, Alpine Stars Riding Jacket, Nerve Riding Pants. The owner is a Thai guy who went to university in Australia. He speaks perfect English. He also does maintenance. I think he mostly works on high-end big bikes. He has a Buell in his shop, and I see BMW, big Kawi, etc when I go there. Not sure about phone number, but he's located right downtown near the old day market, near Thani Road. Cheers mate,, i might pop down there in the new year and have a bit of browse... im actually on the hunt for a new pipe (yoshi or fmf) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanwiley Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Anyone go a phone number any information about a bike shop called "Monster Bike Shop" in Buri Ram???? Cheers I've bought a bit of gear from this shop. They sell mostly high-end stuff. I got an LS2 helmet, Alpine Stars Riding Jacket, Nerve Riding Pants. The owner is a Thai guy who went to university in Australia. He speaks perfect English. He also does maintenance. I think he mostly works on high-end big bikes. He has a Buell in his shop, and I see BMW, big Kawi, etc when I go there. Not sure about phone number, but he's located right downtown near the old day market, near Thani Road. Cheers mate,, i might pop down there in the new year and have a bit of browse... im actually on the hunt for a new pipe (yoshi or fmf) No worries.....if you're looking for a pipe, another shop opened last year. It's another Thai guy who went to university in Australia. He opened a certified Pirelli tire shop. I bought a set of Pirelli Scorpions from him, and the prices were comparable to what I found in bigger cities. Anyway, he also sells a bit of other gear. ...and now....I just noticed a huge "Certified Pirelli Dealer" sign on Jira road--on the right side just past the Tawkeet Super Center. I think it may be the same guy opening a bigger shop....he was selling aftermarket stuff (like clutch levers, foot pegs, etc.) before, so maybe he'll have even more stuff in his new shop. Worth a look if you're already in town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alco Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Anyone had luck getting replacement clutch lining for the CRF250L? I ordered this part from Mityon Honda Pattaya along sukhumvit but i think it has been a month and I'm still waiting for the part. If you know other shops that stock this part or other alternative please let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloRescue Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 Hi Ive seen the mods listed here http://bestdualsportbikes.com/crf-250-l-products/ But they are all expensive and not available in Thailand. Import tax would be a lot. Just wondering if there are any Thai made mods available.? Of course I know i can get the 13 tooth sprocket. But what about exhaust etc? Problems driving on Thai roads with noisy exhaust?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin54 Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 I got my pipe from Ben, really happy with it. The police pulled me over in Bangkok last week because I was in wrong lane, they didn't mention the pipe. I think its cheaper to buy the EJK fuel controller from one of the guys on CRF Thailand rather than importing. Ben's FB page https://www.facebook.com/pages/mx2thailandcom-%E0%B9%81%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B0Ben740/257102577654394 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taninthai Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 ^ thats one of the best looking pipes i have seen for these bikes ,a lot of the other pipes look to big/long or just don't follow the lines off the bike, had to leave thailand 6 months ago and sold my crf I'm back now and absolutely kicking myself for selling it……... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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