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Originally Posted by huntrz
I think I didn't have the physique to ride a CBR, even though I would love to own and ride it anyday. To be more specific I am afraid it wouldn't fit on me if I get heavier than what I am now. I am a 5'11", 100 kg guy. I feel enfield would fit me irrespective of my weight getting lower or higher.
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I'm a 6 footer and weigh about the same. I didn't feel that the CBR didn't fit me. The main killjoy was the tiny shifter- it's too small for my size 10 foot. That fairing gives it more volume- not as much as a Ninja 250 though. However, I like the Classic's relaxed posture a lot better. The R15's too small though and that's the main reason why it's off my cards.
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Originally Posted by zaks Dude, the best thing to do in dilemma like this is to put off the bike thought for about a month. Then pick it up again later and see how you feel, believe me you will have more confidence in your decision. |
Judging by how things are shaping up, I think that's exactly what's going to happen. Exams are coming up and I would soon be taking a long leave and be swotting hard. I might have the time to pursue this only in January if the current pressures and busy schedule keeps up.
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Originally Posted by Sutripta Hi,
You are young only once. Better to have regrets about things you have done rather than the things you have not.
Since your heart says Enfield, go with it. Maybe you'll get it out of your system in a year or two. When you can always sell it.
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Thanks dude. Your post made me think a lot.
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Originally Posted by //M I am also in the same dilemma. But have almost made up my mind to buy the Classic350. Had been evaluating a lot of options for the past few months, CBR250R or Classic350 or Classic500 or used Ninja250R. ...! |
Were you able to find a used Ninja 250? After all these years of its launch, I haven't came across a single one put up for sale- not in the papers nor in the T-Bhp classifieds. How much do you reckon a used one would cost?
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Originally Posted by Puffdamgcdragon I've owned quite a few bikes over the years, most of them Enfields C.I. 350s, a C.I. 500, an RD350, Rx100 and a Karizma Zma-R. My last ride was an L.B. 500. Sold that bike to buy something faster, more agile and more fun.
Booked the ZMR, waited for it, then decided to go in for the newly launched (then) CBR 250. Booked it, got it- found it a bit "toyish!!".. Then I fell back on my S.O.P and got the Classic 500 in green..... started facing missing issues, tank leak, switch key and various other issues from day 1.. within a week bike developed major starting problems, within 15 days the Piston Rings had packed up.. In the 28th day I sold it _ after installing Irridium Spark plugs, bent silencer, side boxes- the works..(took qiute a hit, financially).. Now I've got a Ninja 250 in Black.. AM LOVING IT....
P.S- the Classic 500 in Chrome & Maroon does look pretty enticing, hmmmmm! |
I recall seeing your posts in the C5 thread. I'm sorry that the C5 you got gave you a lot of issues- I would be devastated if I were you. I just hope that the C3 that I'd be getting won't act up much.
Congrats on the black beastie. I'm sure that it would make you smile for many miles.
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Originally Posted by tejus.s Hi evilmessiah, I don't own any of the bikes you're interested in. But two good friends of mine own C350s. Form what I've heard, it's not really a pain as long it's decently taken care of. No offence to other RE owners; I know all you guys/gals love your machines.
As for the head or heart dilemma, only you can decide. Though I'm more of the former type, reality does strike in with fuel costs rising every fortnight.
Gut feel says you'll go for one of the RE siblings! |
That's what I've been thinking too. My only concern is what would happen if I forget to look after it for a while. Anyways, seeing how things stand, I'll be going for a C3.
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Originally Posted by ron_9191
I think it is better you follow your heart and go with what you really need than regret after a couple of years, "oh why didn't I buy that??" Again the other side is that Royal Enfields if taken good care can be really rewarding and if not you would really feel the pain in the wrong place with it. Even though the engine for the C5 and C3 is brand new it is still based on old technology to keep the charm going as far as I can find out. |
I like them old long stroke pushrods
Wish I'll be able to take care of it properly. I'm not really familiar with Enfield innards. Infact, everything I know about them is from the C3 & C5 ownership threads.
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Originally Posted by ron_9191 Here is my conclusion, if you want a premium motorcycle (well I dont call the CBR250 a premium motorcycle) however I would call the ones that were made between 1986 and 1996 which could rev up to 19,000 RPM. .... |
I do remember the old CBR250 I'd seen while I was visiting Malaysia. It was a parallel twin like the current Ninja 250, right? Doesn't sound like today's Ninja 250 though- I've heard the old CBR250 being revved up and it sent shivers up my spine. Not quite practical today though. Firstly, it'd be a pain to find one in Kerala and secondly the spare parts would be hard to find here too.
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Originally Posted by ron_9191 You could buy a Honda anyday and may be use it for 10 years and sell it without any regrets. Buy a Bullet and use it for 5 years and then sell it, you will never ever forget that terrible day in your life. Can anyone explain why? That's what anything that is 350cc or 500cc that says it is made by Royal Enfield could do to you.
My friend, be good to yourself, get a Royal Enfield and enjoy your ride with a smile. |
My old friend sold his maroon C5 for a silver CBR250R. I did my best to dissuade him but it was of no avail. The main reason for him selling it was because it vibrated a lot at speeds in excess of 100 kmph. I quote him: "I'll return to the RE family when they grow up and be mature in the quality department. Till then, I'll be in the Honda family."
He booked and bought the CBR without even test riding it- again against my pleas. He seemed to be happy with his purchase initially. After a week, I found him crying while looking at the photos of his old C5 on his facebook albums. I was shocked to see this muscle bound dude crying like a little girl.
He looked up all teary eyed and said: 'I miss my baby. Wonder how the new owner's treating my little baby..'
I don't know whether he got over it as I lost touch with him for a lot of months. Sure, he's still riding the CBR but there aren't much pictures of the same on his profile. Maybe he's not so passionate about it now? Or is it because he's too busy riding hard to stop and take snaps?