First sportsbike for me, so I don't want to screw up...

Been riding kapchai for only 2 years, so I'm looking for a sportsbike under 250cc, budget is below RM20k, but as cheap as possible is good, can consider second hand too.

Will be using it for a few times a week, short distance with light traffic. If you need any other information feel free to ask...

Thanks for the help!

Better buy second er6 or naza 650, part don't worry as long u stay klang valley, find direct owner atleast u know that bike

few times a week is approx how frequent ?
and only for short distance ? within 10km ? 100km ?

I ride a CBR250r, ABS version. Personally I would take ABS as a way to protect myself from certain degree of accident because the only ever accident on bike on me is on a scooter where the wheel actually lock and I fly at least 5m ahead of d scooter.

Other bikes no ABS available for options, thus I choose this CBR250r ABS. at peak, I rode for an enormous distance in a week, which is about 1600km per week, and currently the bike is near 4 years old with !mileage of 95k without any major issue.

my recommendation will be based on your needs and preference. no bike is 100% best. just about how suit it is

Below 250cc? Cause I only have a B2 license...

Few times a week could be anywhere from 7 days a week to minimum of 3 times a week. There won't be any long distances involved, all destinations within 10 km or so.

CBR250r has been on the top of my list so far, but I'd like to get some other opinions or choices to consider. Would you say that the maintenance costs a lot?

Rs250. U can win Er6n and those fancy bike.

For me better buy z250...cbr250 1 cyclinder when high rpm vibrate sendiri tau la....Z250 city ride ok what also ok...maintenance both also almost same.

Looks like you're more towards city riding..If me i recommend either
1) Kawasaki Z250
2) KTM Duke 200

short distance, then a used CBR250r will do just fine. not much to worry for spare parts. and mostly a Honda won't cause a too big issue. there are quite a few of CBR selling on Mudah n by some of the owner. bang for bucks. 12k to get one. nothing much to worry.

maintenance cost, for 250cc is actually almost the same. just that spark plug for single cylinder (CBR, Duke, ...) is 1 pc, where z250 will be 2 pcs there.

BTW not to mention Duke is a quite a fun bike to ride as what recommend by upstairs. is a naked bike.

CBR is fun to ride too. it got fairing la. whereas duke is naked. CBR is famous for its' handling, agility.

outlook wise, quite personal.

This post has been edited by sun1989: Jul 14 2015, 02:10 AM

Not agree that honda part easy to find. Try to find some CBR250 part i sure your bike can stay in workshop at least a week. Get a Kawasaki z250...best choice for your or get Duke250... p/s: duke 200 is underpower but really fun bike. If u decide go for long term why no spent more 4k+ to get a 2 cylinder z250?

Thanks everyone for your opinions! I'll do a little bit more looking while riding before buying one.

Tops on my list right now is Kawasaki Z250, Honda CBR250r, KTM 200/250 Duke, Kawasaki Ninja 250r...

Any more opinions and suggestions are welcomed!

Most important question is how much do you earn a month and how much is your commitment a month and how much spare usually u spare a month? 250 cc vs kapcai is quite a big jump in terms of spare part pricing to be honest

hi all, being thinking of getting a bike for work purpose, im pretty noob in this area, hope you all can entertain me abit.

1)If i want to jump from kapcai to 250CC , is there anyway i can test drive it before buying. I don't feel like committing a loan witout actually trying it.

2)will the road tax or insuran cover increase if im driving higher CC motorbike?

Thanks in advance.

For 250cc bikes, kawasaki 250r would be the best choice among others.
As proven reliability and parts everywhere.


My 0.20cent of thought.

KIPS 150.. but 2 stroke n hot now..

Kawa Vulcan ftw. The sportbike looks cool until you decide to chase a 125 two stroke.

why no one mentioning the R25?

R25 gets my vote..

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Hi bro, would you mind to give some rough figure in maintaining a 250cc bikes? And usually how much would it cost for servicing? THanks.

I ride Ninja 250 for now. Service usually cost RM160-RM220 depending on the oil brand n type. Accessories will be very expensive for 250cc bike n above..easily normal louzy cover or any small part of the bike cause hundred n above.

Never ever crash the bike cause the coverset itself will cost u RM1500-RM2500..the Ninja 250 2013 model the meter itself edi RM1,800..so yea thats why i tell u beware of the cost...from kapcai to 250cc is quite a big jump.

I advise you to spare at least like RM100 per month spare in case anything happen so that u wont feel so big pain when it comes to maintainence

Anyone use R25? Care to share the experience?

nice bro.. riding position for cbr250r sesuai ke for long distance daily ride? and after u rode cbr250 for 4 years and compared to other bikes, do u have any other recommendations for 1k milage per weekly... my daily drive would be 200km for work..

My R25 anak dah gasak 2minggu I still trying to get it back. Blue grey langsung no stock Red white plenty. Price from dealer range from 21500 to 23500 thats why out of TS range. Sitting position very upright mcm KTM but the bike feels bigger. Below 5000 rpm nothing not suited slow town ride I feel. Once hit highway .. i belum tahu dammit

Btw KTM has models w ABS ya

For most people, the riding position is good enough. For me actually still kurang a bit as I'm 179cm. Need something like gtr1400 or honda st1300 or fjr1300 to suit me. Hehe
If u don't emphasis on ABS, then you may consider get a fz150i and get more money at the mean time, and aim for some 600cc bikes.
A lot of johorian Travelling in and out from sg using ninja 250. If the height suit you then it will be a good bike too. As a lot in the market and a lot of accessories too.
For cbr250r, I pick it bcoz of petrol saving, with ABS more safety especially during wet rides(it saved me few times in the rain during braking, else I will end up with minor injury instead of enjoying a hot bath), and another one is superb cornering. This makes even beginner can corner as good
Honda's handling, it is true.

Yamaha R25, price range around 21k-24k

Z250 is my dream. The best seating posture for me. Test it a couple of week ago.

TS, have a test first before deciding.

Might as well go Versys.

KTM Duke 250 with ABS + Slippy clutch for RM19500 OTR.

well.. atleast tats my choice so far

R25 pls