The number that matters
Honda's own figures put the CBR250RR at 31 kW — about 42 hp — at 13,000 rpm from a 249.7cc parallel-twin, with 25 Nm of torque at 11,000 rpm. That's a genuinely high-revving engine for the class, and one of the more powerful naturally-aspirated 250s sold new in Malaysia. It's also a twin, not the single-cylinder layout most 250s in this market use, which is where a lot of that character comes from.
What RM27,999 buys you
Showa 41mm SFF-BP upside-down forks, with a 5-way adjustable rear monoshock
A 6-speed gearbox with a quickshifter and an assist-and-slipper clutch
Dual-channel ABS, a diamond (truss) frame, 12.5:1 compression
169 kg wet weight, 790 mm seat height
RM27,999 is the recommended retail price, before registration and road tax. That is a real spec sheet — quickshifters and adjustable USD forks aren't standard fare at this price point, and it's the kind of equipment list you'd expect a class above.
Running costs in Johor Bahru
We're upfront about this one: a twin-cylinder engine is more work to service than the single-cylinder 150–160cc bikes that make up most of our floor. Expect tighter valve-adjustment intervals and a higher parts bill per visit than a Vario or an XSR155. Insurance on a 250cc sportbike also runs higher than a commuter, and like everything else we've written about, the exact premium depends on your age, your NCD and where the bike is kept. None of that makes it a bad bike — it just isn't a bike to buy without budgeting for what comes after the sale.
Who it's for
Riders who want a genuinely capable, quickshifter-equipped quarter-litre sportbike and are willing to pay a real premium over the single-cylinder 250s in this class for it. If your priority is the lowest running cost in the segment rather than outright spec, that's a different bike — and worth cross-shopping before you commit.
Our verdict
We don't have a CBR250RR on our own floor as we write this, so treat this as a spec-sheet and running-cost verdict rather than a ride report — we'll update it with our own impressions the day one comes in on trade or consignment. On paper, it's the most complete 250cc fairing package we can point you to right now, at a price that reflects that. If you'd rather see how it stacks up against a lighter, cheaper naked alternative, our KTM 250 Duke vs CBR250RR comparison is the next place to look.
See what we have in stock or talk to us about servicing a 250cc twin before you buy one elsewhere.
Specifications and pricing from Boon Siew Honda's official CBR250RR product page, current as of August 2026. Confirm current pricing and stock before committing.
