Nowadays you can get all kinds of 250-400cc entry level sportbikes in the US, but back in 1990 the entire market was basically the Kawasaki Ninja 250 and the Honda VTR250. In Honda’s home market of Japan, things were a bit more exciting. Building off of the success that Honda saw with the original ‘Babyblade’ 250R, the 250RR was the successor to the venerable featherweight motorcycle, offering a robust and feature-packed platform for any motorcycle enthusiast from the touge to the track.
With a inline-four engine and a weight of just 350 lbs., the 250RR was good for roughly 45 horsepower at an astounding 19,000 RPM redline. With gear-driven cams and a direct air intake system, the MC22 was a swift package that offered substantial suspension to support the riding style of this quarter-liter sportbike. With adjustable preload in the front and a mono-shock out back, the 250RR was at home when at lean.
Motorcyclist said this of the CBR250RR “you may not think that a 250cc motorcycle can get around a racetrack quickly, but a screaming handful of 19,000-rpm four-cylinder CBR goodness from 1990 will change your mind. – Drew Ruiz
This example is VIN: MC221052789. The seller purchased the bike from a “Commercial Auction in Japan.”
The odometer shows 23,297 KM which is 14,476 miles. The seller states “this is another bike that we thought would be a hit with Iconic customers, Adam said he had some people asking for them and since we had a decent one in the warehouse here in Japan that we decided to send over.”
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Mileage: 23297
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: NEEDS SERVICE
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: FAIL
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 60
Forks: LEAKING
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 2921
Tire Date Code Rear: 2821
Tire % Remaining Front: 60
Tire % Remaining Rear: 60
Tire Press. Front: 34
Tire Press. Rear: 32
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.1V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.3V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
•FORKS LEAKING
•CHAIN IS DRY AND NEEDS SERVICE
•LOW BEAM INOP
•HIGH MILES RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS AND AIR FILTER
•SIGNS OF COOLANT AND OIL LEAKS
•TURN SIGNAL BROKEN LEFT REAR
Recommended repairs:
•Replace LR turn signal
•Service forks
•Service chain
•Diag inop headlight
•Replace spark plugs
•Replace air filter
•Diag coolant leak
•Bleed both brake lines
Modifications:
The seller states the bike is “all stock.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on IRC Roadwinner tires with date codes of 2621 and 2921.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. We observed several flaws on this bike and have attempted to point them out.
Non OEM steering stops.
Possible exhaust leak.
Coolant and oil leaks and kickstand switch damage.
Misaligned subframe/tail section.
Clutch cable catches instrument cluster.
Clutch cable pinched.
Missing rear foot pegs.
Missing rear swing arm adjustment nut.
Here is a selection of general blemishes:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Honda is offered on a Bill of Sale with import paperwork. For approximately $750 Iconic can help the winning bidder obtain a Washington state title. Have any CBR250RR MC22 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
