Discussions and Questions - Honda CB150R Honda CB150R
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
The CB150R has been surprisingly customizable. The bike is super popular in Thailand and Indonesia, so there are tons of bolt on parts available online. Now it's got a belly pan, a tail tidy and bar end mirrors and it looks like a completely different bike.
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
I honestly think it looks best stock. Honda did a great job with the design, and all the mods I’ve seen just make it look tacky. Instead, save your money for gear or gas.
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
It’s still a scene, but it’s still limited compared to what something like a Yamaha XSR155 can do. You can certainly do that, but you’ll have to do some hunting for parts or even have some custom made.
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
Mine is full cafe racer, clip ons, rear sets, custom seat. It was a little work, but it's a real head turner now. The sky’s the limit if you’re willing to do the work.
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
Just make sure not to do performance mods. I’ve even seen people void their warranty with aftermarket exhausts and ECU tunes. If you want to keep Honda happy, stick to cosmetic changes.
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
A wrap is the best mod I’ve done. It was cheap and it really changed the look of the bike. Plus it preserves the original paint in case I ever want to sell it.
How customizable is the CB150R Streetster for personal style?
24 January 2025 10:28
A 3D printed parts scene is growing for the CB150R. I've printed my own gauge cluster surround, and some other small bits. Creating truly unique parts is a fun way to do it.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
I believe that it makes a great bike to learn on. There are tons of YouTube tutorials, and the owner's manual is really detailed. I have performed all my own oil changes and basic maintenance without a problem.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
Not as easy as some older bikes, but it’s OK. Some tasks can be a pain to remove the fairings for. If you want to get really DIY, you might want something a little more bare bones.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
It's a good middle ground, I'd say as a mechanic. It's not so modern that you have to know about fuel injection and ABS to learn how to drive it, but it's modern enough to teach you about fuel injection and ABS, and not so modern that you need special tools to do it. So all you have to do is relax and follow the manual.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
It’s been pretty beginner friendly for me. The only tricky part was setting the valve clearance, but you don't do that all that often. Everything else is straightforward.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
That depends on your mechanical aptitude. If you're handy in general you'll be fine. If you have never turned a wrench before, you probably could start with something that is even simpler than a Honda Cub.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
I love working on my CB150R. I've learned a lot about motorcycle maintenance out of it. All you have to do is invest in a good set of tools and a paddock stand, it makes everything so much easier.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
Parts availability is one thing to think about. In some countries, it’s hard to get CB150R specific parts. If you have to wait for shipping, that can be frustrating when you want to DIY.
Is the CB150R Streetster a good bike to learn basic motorcycle maintenance?
24 January 2025 10:28
I would call it a great learning platform. It is a simple enough engine to understand, but it also gives you a taste of modern bike tech, and if you screw something up parts are relatively cheap compared to bigger bikes.
How is the CB150R Streetster for wet conditions?
24 January 2025 10:28
Through some pretty heavy downpours I've ridden mine and it's been surprisingly stable. On wet roads, the ABS is a lifesaver. But just make sure you’re smooth with your inputs and you will be fine.
How is the CB150R Streetster for wet conditions?
24 January 2025 10:28
In the wet, the stock tires are garbage. I nearly lowsided on a rainy day. I switched to Michelin Road 5s and it's a completely different bike now. If you ride in the rain often, don't cheap out on tires.
How is the CB150R Streetster for wet conditions?
24 January 2025 10:28
It's okay, but not great. It's a bit twitchy in wet weather on strong crosswinds due to its light weight. On rainy days I've learned to just take it easy and leave more following distance.
How is the CB150R Streetster for wet conditions?
24 January 2025 10:28
So, in the wet I actually prefer the CB150R over my old 250cc bike. It also seems that the narrower tires cut through standing water better. Just make sure you don’t open the throttle too much when coming out of corners.
How is the CB150R Streetster for wet conditions?
24 January 2025 10:28
After a year of all weather riding no issues with water getting into the electronics. Everything was sealed up nicely by Honda. If you're riding in the wet a lot, just be sure to lube your chain more often.
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