05-02-2012, 11:34 AM | #91 |
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These discussions bring a point of negotiation with the dealer. Thanks to the 'net, we can determine that the CBR and the CRF are similarly priced in other countries.
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05-02-2012, 11:37 AM | #92 | |
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05-02-2012, 11:45 AM | #93 |
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I wanted it badly. I couldn't register it here, because it's not on the list of vehicles that can be imported into Canada.
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Whatever price Honda places on the CRF250L, the CBR250R is a superb deal at $4,099 USD. Spud
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Also considering any older Jap models.
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05-02-2012, 12:43 PM | #97 |
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Honda is selling the CBR250R and CRF250L for the same price in Japan. I wonder if consumers will pay substantially more for the CRF250L in North America? Honda has good chance to blow away the competition if it prices this bike fairly.
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05-02-2012, 12:46 PM | #98 |
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I don't know why the dirt/motocross bikes are so expensive but they are.
The 450 class is $8,500- $10,000. The 250's are $7,000- $9,000. That's in the price range of some very sophisticated 4 cylinder sport bikes, heavy cruisers, and light tourers. I don't get it but it is what it is. :?
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05-02-2012, 01:40 PM | #99 |
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In the dirt world, sponsors pay the bill. It's a sport for those with considerable disposable income. Yamahondakawazuki knows that, and they charge accordingly.
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05-02-2012, 01:42 PM | #100 |
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I always thought one of the reasons for the relatively high cost of dual sport bikes was the superior suspension. Also, the manufacturers need to meet EPA restrictions for noise, pollution, et cetera. In addition, the manufacturers need to meet DOT standards for exhaust sound levels, lighting, et cetera. In this instance, all the EPA and DOT criteria have been met with the introduction of the CBR250R. The CRF250L has a new frame, and a better suspension than the CBR250R. However, I think Honda can sell the CRF250L for about the same price as the CBR250R; whether they choose to do so is an entirely different matter. :roll:
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I'm anxious to see what it sells for here in Canada... I'm guessing around $7K but I would love to be proven wrong . It looks like pretty much the ideal trail riding bike to me, fairly zippy and light. If it was under 7K I would seriously consider prying open my wallet again... :wink:
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05-02-2012, 11:09 PM | #102 |
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Check one of my earlier posts, Stew. At least one source believes Honda Canada will price the CRF250L with an MSRP of CN$5,000.
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05-03-2012, 12:29 AM | #104 |
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I'd love it but I still vote for higher.
The CR250F is $7,420 MSRP. http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/20.../05/index.html
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05-03-2012, 12:32 AM | #105 |
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My bet remains $5,999 USD.
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