250 Magazine, my new fave?

[Stan]

Originally Posted by TX_Dj

Well, coming from a 525 that weighs only 254 lbs vs. this CBR250R that weighs about 370 lbs, I really can't say that the CBR feels heavy, which surprises me.

370-ish still seems heavy to me for a 250cc single-cylinder. Anyone had insight as to why the bike weighs that much?

[TX_Dj]

Aside from the all-steel frame, no... not really. Yes, that is a bit hefty, but that is fully dressed with fluids and everything, not the "dry" weight many manufacturers quote. Its cousin, the Rebel 250 is about 320-330 lbs if memory serves, and that bike feels heavier.

Reportedly, switching to a different exhaust can save you 10-15 lbs or so, maybe more if carbon.