Yamaha Ybr 250 Essai Cbr
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riding the bike is almost like riding a honda, but with more acceleration at low rpm. my first impressions were that the brakes were lighter, and the suspension softer. both of these translate into easier stops, but not the easy stops that you experience on a smooth, reliable honda. the bike still felt a little heavy and sluggish at times, and i encountered a few road imperfections that i hadnt seen on a honda. the front end seemed more susceptible to bumping and jostling, and the sharp edges of the large side cases can catch on the smaller panniers. however, the overall ride is more stable and smoother than the honda, as the steel frame is less likely to flex or wrinkle when pressed by an errant pothole. the yamaha also rides nice and flat, so even though i had the big side cases, i didnt feel like im getting a hard stand-up ride. over small bumps and obstacles, the single-sided frame is also more stable than on the honda, which has a v-shaped frame under most of the load. this is a plus in the dry, but if you have to ride in the rain, there is a risk of the pillion sliding forward and getting hung up on the front tire. the solid rear wheel makes turning easier and enables the rider to control the bike with a single finger, but it adds bulk to the rear.
yamahas standard paddle shifters work well. theyre smooth and responsive, but the foot-operated levers offer more intuitive control and feel. i like the way that the foot-clutch can also be engaged or disengaged by twisting the left pedal. you get the same effect with the paddles, but its easier on your wrists, and its a nice touch. 42d8ba546e1