Anyone rode a Yamaha FZR 250 before?

wb

Well, I've finally decided to buy my first bike after driving scooters for 6 years. I had originally intended to get a CBR250, but fell in love with a Yamaha FZR that I found for sale. I'm just wondering if anyone here has any experience of them be it good or bad, and can offer any advice.

Thanks.

wb

Also, Has anyone ever bought a jacket etc from e bay?

bbbbb

Bought a jacket on ebay. Transaction was fine, description, delivery etc. Problem is it didn't fit me properly I already had a jacket with the same manufacturer of the same size, but this was a different style so the fit wasn't the same.

You need to be able to try on bike gear before you buy. Some would suggest visiting a shop and then buying on ebay...

Niall06

Had a FZR250 last year and found it a very good bike.

What year is the one you are looking at and what price?

wb

Niall06 wrote:

Had a FZR250 last year and found it a very good bike.

What year is the one you are looking at and what price?

1993. Just over 2 grand. Perfect condition though

Niall06

Seems a little bit pricey for the year but then again if its in perfect condition.
They are a very under rated bike compared to the Honda CBR250.

They are just as fast and have better low down power thanks to the EXUP.

Its a good engine and you should have no trouble if the bike has been looked after.

Not great comfort for long distance riding and not really designed for pillions.

But as I said a great bike, go for it.

But I would suggest that you try and get the price down a bit.

Best of luck.

wb

Thanks Niall. Managed to get a couple of hundred off. I've been told to be careful, as they are quite fast. I've drove scooters for six years, and I've gotten lessons on a 250 (to get used to the gears) so hopefully I'll be fine.