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WhiteRice
September 6th, 2011, 04:14 PM
Welcome NJ Ninjettes!

This thread is for Jersey riders to meet up, plan rides and discuss local riding tips!

Post your name, bike, general location and I'll add it to the list.

NJ Riders by locale:

North NJ:
WhiteRice - Red 2010 250r - Novice ++++
Crriiissss - Blue 2009 250 - Beginner
RedNinja21 - Red 2008 250 - Beginner
H8tred - Black 2011 250r - Novice +
sikuss - Black 2009 Ninja 250 - Beginner +++
Lockshi3 - Green 2011 250 - Beginner +++
Rollin.. - Red 2010 250 ++

Central NJ:
itsa250bro - Blue 2008 250 - Novice +
Boosted139 - Green SE 2009 250r - Novice +++
lordqx4 - Black 2011 250r - Novice

South NJ:
xtrapsi - Blue 2010 250 -

Upcoming rides(Click for details):

Past rides(Click for details):
First Run: 9/18/11 (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=368538#post368538) (Post Ride Pics) (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=372824#post372824)
Bear Mountain Ride: 10/8/11 (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=383712#post383712) (Post Ride Pics and Video!) (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=384204#post384204)
Covered Bridge Run: 10/15/11 (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=385422#post385422) (Post Ride Pics and Video!) (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=384204#post)
Skyline Ride: 10/23/11 (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=392309#post392309)

Alex
September 6th, 2011, 05:23 PM
The Member Map can capture this information pretty well; and you can search by State or by distance from a point using the search boxes in the bottom left. :thumbup:

itsa250bro
September 7th, 2011, 11:44 AM
North NJ:
WhiteRice - Red 2010 250r - Novice

Central NJ:
itsa250bro - Blue 2008 250 - Riding for 2 years (I'm gonna go with Novice)

South NJ:


I'm mostly a weekend warrior - Sunday mornings are best for me - since there is much less traffic - which means more riding/less worrying.

Now, where to go... This is a loop I've done a few time. It is mostly 2 lane country roads - including a covered bridge, some nice views of the Deleware River and a little highway action on RT 202 but, there is hardly any traffic down that way. http://g.co/maps/g8gqb

I'm open to other suggestions though - I realize this is just close to ME.

Crriiissss
September 7th, 2011, 12:40 PM
North NJ:
WhiteRice - Red 2010 250r - Novice
Crriiissss - Blue 2009 250 - Beginner

Central NJ:
itsa250bro - Blue 2008 250 - Riding for 2 years (I'm gonna go with Novice)

South NJ:

Just got my license two weeks ago, due to horrible weather haven't ridden as much as I hoped :sad: Hopefully this weekend will be nice..a
group ride would be great once I get more miles under my belt..

BTW I saw about 25 motorcycles this weekend heading to the Holland tunnel towards ny while I was in my car..I was so jealous lol

RedNinja21
September 7th, 2011, 01:33 PM
North NJ:
WhiteRice - Red 2010 250r - Novice
Crriiissss - Blue 2009 250 - Beginner
RedNinja21 - Red 2008 250 - Beginner

Central NJ:
itsa250bro - Blue 2008 250 - Riding for 2 years (I'm gonna go with Novice)

South NJ:

Still in the process of moving from Queens to Passiac County, my 250 is sitting in Queens covered up.

Looking forward to some nice weather this weekend and ride her hard (as hard as a noob can) and make her purr all the way to Clifton.

WhiteRice
September 7th, 2011, 07:03 PM
This is an awesome start, thanks for making the list easier to update!

Pending weather I would be up for a ride Sunday!

Boosted139
September 7th, 2011, 07:22 PM
North NJ:
WhiteRice - Red 2010 250r - Novice
Crriiissss - Blue 2009 250 - Beginner
RedNinja21 - Red 2008 250 - Beginner

Central NJ:
itsa250bro - Blue 2008 250 - Riding for 2 years (I'm gonna go with Novice)
Boosted139 - Green SE 2009 250r - Novice

South NJ:

Mostly on ride on the weekends since I'm away at school without my wheels during the week :(



Now, where to go... This is a loop I've done a few time. It is mostly 2 lane country roads - including a covered bridge, some nice views of the Deleware River and a little highway action on RT 202 but, there is hardly any traffic down that way. http://g.co/maps/g8gqb


I'll have to give this route a shot, i normally venture north of 78, but this isn't too far out of my way

itsa250bro
September 9th, 2011, 05:37 AM
I guess I’m out for this weekend – the weather is not cooperating, maybe next weekend. In the meantime, does anyone else have ride suggestions?

H8tred
September 10th, 2011, 06:58 PM
2011 ninja 250r black,novice:thumbup:

sikuss
September 10th, 2011, 07:29 PM
I'd be interested in some rides

Jersey City (Northern NJ) -- Beginner

Lockshi3
September 10th, 2011, 07:33 PM
I'd be in as well -

Green - 2011 250 - Beginner

WhiteRice
September 11th, 2011, 03:10 PM
Lots of JC njettes! I work out of Exchange place, but I don't usually ride in.

Weather this upcoming weekend looks good. I was planning to go for a ride Friday and Sunday. No particular destination or area. I was thinking about checking out highpoint state park.

Rollin..
September 12th, 2011, 08:06 AM
I ride with ninjettes from new york but I actually live in Jersey City.. - 2010 red250...surprised to see a lot of JC ninjettes

WhiteRice
September 12th, 2011, 07:30 PM
First Run:

When: Sunday, 9/18/11, 9:00AM

What: Ride until noon then lunch. Then more riding if you're up to it.

Where?

Itinerary:
08:45 Meet at New York Bagel Cafe, 154 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona, NJ
09:00 Disembark
09:30 Meet itsa250bro at Lukoil, 100 State Rt 23, Riverdale, NJ 07457
~
TBD
~
~12:30 Famous Ray's Pizza, 10 Pompton Ave, Verona, NJ

Route:

114 Miles - 2Hr 44min

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Lockshi3
September 13th, 2011, 04:56 AM
I'm in - I have no routes to give though :(

ironglory
September 13th, 2011, 07:35 AM
Got anything aside from this day, say 2 weekends from this? I have a defensive driving class to attend on the same day.

Enjoy the ride. Be safe & ATGATT.

xtrapsi
September 13th, 2011, 11:08 AM
I'm stationed in South Jersey now...really south!
I'm in Cape May now but the bike is still in Baltimore.
I'm looking for a reason to ride it over here. Let me know if there are any locals or decent roads to ride.

WhiteRice
September 13th, 2011, 04:44 PM
Got anything aside from this day, say 2 weekends from this? I have a defensive driving class to attend on the same day.

Enjoy the ride. Be safe & ATGATT.
I'm only up to managing one ride a week right now. Everyone is welcome to make their own events and I will do my best to add them to the "Upcoming Rides" section.

Boosted139
September 13th, 2011, 05:58 PM
Might join in on the weekend ride depending on the details. I'm about an hour from JC, but not a big deal really. I go that way pretty much everyday for school (hoboken).

sikuss
September 13th, 2011, 06:51 PM
I'm in for a ride this Sunday. As far as destinations, I have been to a road called the "Hawks Nest" that is pretty scenic and frequented by motorcyclists and car enthusiasts. It's near Port Jarvis, NY -- a huge haul from JC -- but maybe something to keep in mind for a ride that's not on a Sunday.

Here's a few links to some info on it...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawk's_Nest,_New_York
http://sundaymorningrides.com/road/3978463/

PS -- I have a 2009 Black 250r!

Boosted139
September 13th, 2011, 07:01 PM
bear mountain is a lot closer, but not AS awesome. Still a cool place though. Only been there once on the bike though

itsa250bro
September 13th, 2011, 07:07 PM
I'm up for Sunday too - Port Jervis / High Point St Prk are close together and sounds fun, but it'll be a haul from JC. Maybe meet up near rt80/rt15 around 9:30 am then ride up and back together? My 2 cents open to other ideas

WhiteRice
September 13th, 2011, 08:12 PM
What do you guys think?

114 Miles - 2Hr 44min

Start: New York Bagel Cafe
End: Famous Ray's Pizza

It's basically a big loop. It's pretty long, probably take a stop up north.

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Rollin..
September 14th, 2011, 08:57 AM
I'm in for a ride this Sunday. As far as destinations, I have been to a road called the "Hawks Nest" that is pretty scenic and frequented by motorcyclists and car enthusiasts. It's near Port Jarvis, NY -- a huge haul from JC -- but maybe something to keep in mind for a ride that's not on a Sunday.

Here's a few links to some info on it...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawk's_Nest,_New_York
http://sundaymorningrides.com/road/3978463/

PS -- I have a 2009 Black 250r!

I have been to hawks nest before with another rider eddiekay...great ride and awesome views....lots of bikers too...took us maybe 4 hours or less roundtrip..we had to stop for gas..I took some pictures of the roebling delaware's aqueduct bridge which was the farthest we were able to get to and then rode back home...

I have not been to bear mountain...:D

Lockshi3
September 14th, 2011, 04:38 PM
Good possible choice by sikuss.... is there anything else that might be cool, but not as long for our first ride? what's the total mileage loop for bear mountain? curious to check that one out too just because i have not been to that one either like some others...

sikuss
September 14th, 2011, 05:32 PM
I wouldn't mind the loop posted above, really just looking to get out on the bike! The weather is supposed to be great Sunday.

WhiteRice
September 14th, 2011, 05:38 PM
I'm going to go out Friday morning. I was gonna do it alone to get a feel, but anyone is welcome to join.

itsa250bro
September 15th, 2011, 10:36 AM
I wouldn't mind the loop posted above, really just looking to get out on the bike! The weather is supposed to be great Sunday.
Yeah, I totally agree - just looking forward to a great group ride!

The loop posted by WhiteRice looks good to me too but, it's a little out of my way to meet up in JC. If you're going up RT23 - maybe I can meet up with you guys at RT23/RT80 intersection - since its right on the way. I found a Lukoil gas station (not my favorite place) at 100 State Rt 23, Riverdale, NJ 07457 meet there perhaps 9:30 or so.

I would really like to try the ride to Hawk's Nest too though... maybe split into smaller groups at Port Jervis? No need to decide now, sounds like a game time decision.

WhiteRice
September 15th, 2011, 11:03 AM
Yeah, I totally agree - just looking forward to a great group ride!

The loop posted by WhiteRice looks good to me too but, it's a little out of my way to meet up in JC. If you're going up RT23 - maybe I can meet up with you guys at RT23/RT80 intersection - since its right on the way. I found a Lukoil gas station (not my favorite place) at 100 State Rt 23, Riverdale, NJ 07457 meet there perhaps 9:30 or so.

I would really like to try the ride to Hawk's Nest too though... maybe split into smaller groups at Port Jervis? No need to decide now, sounds like a game time decision.
See that blue dot one the map? That's you :)

We'll see you at 9:30.

I like the idea of possibly doing Hawk's nest, let's play it by ear.

sikuss
September 15th, 2011, 07:14 PM
Let us know how the dry run goes! I assume a few of us will leave from Jersey City and we can all pick somewhere to meet at the start of this loop?

Crriiissss
September 16th, 2011, 11:34 AM
I would have to skip this group ride since I'm not comfortable riding that much yet (had license for ~ a month) and from what you guys are planning, it's going to be a longer ride. After I get some more practice, I would surely join you guys on the next group ride. Hope you all have fun, take pictures and be safe! Enjoy!:)

lux
September 16th, 2011, 12:15 PM
Anyone from the NYC area going?

WhiteRice
September 16th, 2011, 02:31 PM
Let us know how the dry run goes! I assume a few of us will leave from Jersey City and we can all pick somewhere to meet at the start of this loop?
I gotta map out my actual route, but I left at 9am and I got back at 5pm. I stopped a few times, but I must've driven over 300 miles today. I'll try and map it out.

Edit: Mapped!

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I went up Rt 23, into Port Jervis, up 97 to hawk's nest, kept going north, got lost, almost ran out of gas, went to Hancock, rode 17m to 17a to 17 south, then road rt 4 back.

It was chilly, wear layers under your gear. This includes socks!

Rt 23 If under construction in some places. Nothing hazardous though. Some sections are closed into one way road that you have to wait at. There was a nice small section of small sweepers. Some nice scenic farmland.

It will take you through highpoint state park which has good sweepers.

Port Jervis has plenty of places to stop and eat. I stopped at Arlene and Tom's for a late breakfast. It was tasty and they were nice.

http://zachwang.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/CIMG1113-e1316207618977.jpg

I went to 97 from there which will take you to hawk's nest. This is just a scenic overlook, I didn't realize it at the time or I would've stopped to get a photo. 97 at Hawk's nest is also under construction and closed to one lane for 1/4 mile. Unfortunately this also happens to be the twistiest 1/4mile!

That's ok, because there are nice sweepers along the Delaware river after that and it's really beautiful.

I went up 97 for awhile, like a really long while and got lost. I kept waiting for a gas station but there are none. Eventually I took a left and went on an adventure. I found some nice twisties but the roads where cambered and kinda gravely so I was conservative taking them.

http://zachwang.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/CIMG1115-e1316207676720.jpg

I'll fill in the rest later

ZzzZzz

itsa250bro
September 16th, 2011, 04:30 PM
Sounds like an awesome ride - and great pics too !! Are you sure you're going to be up for another on Sunday?!? jk I'll bet you're even more anxious since its going to be a little warmer.

I went for about a 2 hour driver myself today (sorry I don't have great pics) - down RT 78 towards Phillipsburgh and back. Very windy and lot of trucks but, the little Ninja inspires confidence. (cruised at 80-90 mph indicated!)

Does anyone know of an easy way to share cell numbers? If not I'll just PM everyone on the list. Maybe we can update the list tomorrow for those who are definitely IN.

sikuss
September 16th, 2011, 06:16 PM
Anyone from the NYC area going?

My girlfriend (lockshi3) and I are going to be leaving from downtown Jersey City, just across the river from Manhattan. If you go we could meet up and leave for the starting point together.

I'll start the definitely IN list:

sikuss (Scott) -- Leaving from Jersey City/NYC area

Lockshi3
September 16th, 2011, 06:57 PM
In

WhiteRice
September 16th, 2011, 07:37 PM
First Run:

When: Sunday, 9/18/11, 9:00AM

What: Ride until noon then lunch. Then more riding if you're up to it.

Where?

Itinerary:
08:45 Meet at New York Bagel Cafe, 154 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona, NJ
09:00 Disembark
09:30 Meet itsa250bro at Lukoil, 100 State Rt 23, Riverdale, NJ 07457
~
TBD
~

Route:

114 Miles - 2Hr 44min

<iframe width="425" height="350" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&amp;msid=210127639668788126663.0004acdddc7b7e14fe876&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;t=h&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;ll =41.086108,-74.457319&amp;spn=0.520588,0.45342&amp;output=embed"></iframe><br /><small>View <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&amp;msid=210127639668788126663.0004acdddc7b7e14fe876&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;t=h&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;ll =41.086108,-74.457319&amp;spn=0.520588,0.45342&amp;source=embed" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">NJettes First Run</a> in a larger map</small>

Who?
WhiteRice
itsa250bro
sikuss
Lockshi3

lux
September 17th, 2011, 12:37 AM
My girlfriend (lockshi3) and I are going to be leaving from downtown Jersey City, just across the river from Manhattan. If you go we could meet up and leave for the starting point together.

I'll start the definitely IN list:

sikuss (Scott) -- Leaving from Jersey City/NYC area
Thanks for the offer! As of now I'm in. When you have time, please let me know when and where to meet. I'm going to a wedding today and not sure how late I'll be out. I apologize in advance if I cancel, and will post as soon as I can.

I know it's silly to ask now, but what do you people think are the chances you'll be riding more after lunch?

WhiteRice
September 17th, 2011, 07:21 AM
Would anyone mind moving the main meeting point to the lukoil itsa250bro will be at? It's actually more convenient for me to get there :).

Edit: JC group will meet in JC and meet its250bro and I at the lukoil. How's that? see above I updated the map.

sikuss
September 17th, 2011, 11:01 AM
Would anyone mind moving the main meeting point to the lukoil itsa250bro will be at? It's actually more convenient for me to get there :).

Edit: JC group will meet in JC and meet its250bro and I at the lukoil. How's that? see above I updated the map.

So it's 9:30 at the Lukoil station posted above? I'll PM you my phone number so we can coordinate if we need to tomorrow.

itsa250bro
September 17th, 2011, 11:18 AM
I just PM'ed everyone that is definitely IN (WhiteRice; itsa250bro; sikuss; Lockshi3) with a Google Docs link, so we can just update that with our cells and Meeting location. Feel free to add more info/columns to the Google Doc.

If anyone else wants to join - just let someone know, so they can PM the link to you.

Looking forward to riding with everyone...

sikuss
September 17th, 2011, 11:24 AM
Thanks for the offer! As of now I'm in. When you have time, please let me know when and where to meet. I'm going to a wedding today and not sure how late I'll be out. I apologize in advance if I cancel, and will post as soon as I can.

I know it's silly to ask now, but what do you people think are the chances you'll be riding more after lunch?

We are planning to leave from Liberty Towers in downtown JC @ 8:30am. The address is 35 Hudson Street; Jersey City, NJ 07302. Post up if you're going to meet us and you can add your info to the google doc so you'll have my phone number.

Rollin..
September 17th, 2011, 01:27 PM
Hi - I can join.. I live near liberty towers so I will just meet you there tom...Thanks..:thumbup:

WhiteRice
September 18th, 2011, 01:17 PM
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Y3cTiLsd2_0/TnZPNupMR-I/AAAAAAAAAcI/8wfhTpkN_wk/s800/IMG_20110918_134326.jpg

Ninja Party!

Boosted139
September 18th, 2011, 01:24 PM
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Y3cTiLsd2_0/TnZPNupMR-I/AAAAAAAAAcI/8wfhTpkN_wk/s800/IMG_20110918_134326.jpg

Ninja Party!

Jealous... hopefully I can come next time!

sikuss
September 18th, 2011, 02:25 PM
Had a great time meeting everyone and taking in the views. Damn that construction; didn't they know we were trying to have a spirited ride!

First stop, High Point State Park..(don't forget to park the bike in gear or the results could be disastrous!)
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6090/6160366860_2731b69c1f_b.jpg

After heading up 97 and then back down, we stopped to take in the view..
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6067/6160363116_b8a8a9e303_b.jpg

Tommy (itsa250bro) looking like he's going to pull out a piece and start a hold up
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6160363128_ae8419e6d3_b.jpg

Views again...
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6083/6160363052_ae9b209766_b.jpg

Couple individual bikes I was able to snap before we set off, or at least tried to set off until we had to stop 3 seconds later because someone's helmet wasn't strapped on...
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6151/6160363112_30f8f63cd7_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6084/6160363100_3573b8d416_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6078/6160363092_e048293567_b.jpg

Again, had a great time and look forward to the next one!

WhiteRice
September 18th, 2011, 02:36 PM
"what's whipping me in the back of my head... oh that's my helmet strap"

:doh:

What did you use to take those photos? They came out awesome!

Lockshi3
September 18th, 2011, 02:44 PM
Here are some of mine:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6163/6160440424_2d05ef8d2f_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6167/6160440440_d411a35a61_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6176/6160440460_1ceffc1e68_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6184/6160440422_fb075f3a70_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6159/6160440392_381bc25800_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6087/6160440368_5692463e53_b.jpg

sikuss
September 18th, 2011, 02:48 PM
"what's whipping me in the back of my head... oh that's my helmet strap"

:doh:

What did you use to take those photos? They came out awesome!

iPhone with Camera+ app

itsa250bro
September 18th, 2011, 03:06 PM
Great day... Great ride... Great riders... +5...

No wait, there was one more 250 rider we met up with in Port Jervis. Oh, Green SE mystery rider are you out there?

Here's the only pic that I took that came out decent from my old skul camera phone...

WhiteRice
September 18th, 2011, 03:15 PM
Great day... Great ride... Great riders... +5...

No wait, there was one more 250 rider we met up with in Port Jervis. Oh, Green SE mystery rider are you out there?

Here's the only pic that I took that came out decent from my old skul camera phone...
Ditto! Start planning your trips folks and we'll pick one.

sikuss
September 18th, 2011, 03:30 PM
I suggest we use this site and check out some of them; just click on a state to populate the list!

http://motorcycleroads.com/

Also, we should definitely check out Bear Mtn one of these weekends.

WhiteRice
September 19th, 2011, 09:21 AM
I've been working on this map, includes some places I've been but mostly where I want to go.

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Rollin..
September 19th, 2011, 06:36 PM
Great ride yesterday..here are the pics from my phone..:thumbup:

WhiteRice
September 19th, 2011, 07:01 PM
Central Jersey Meetup Group is taking a ride to Bear Mountain on 9/25.

http://www.meetup.com/central-jersey-motorcycle-riders-group/events/17129811/?gj=ej25&a=wr1_wr1

I have previous plans otherwise I would go. Thought I would share :)

WhiteRice
September 20th, 2011, 03:19 PM
So I did a weather check for this weekend, looking pretty crappy. :(

sikuss
September 20th, 2011, 08:11 PM
Yeah, maybe we try to plan a route and shoot for weekend after this one, depending on when everyone see is free.

WhiteRice
September 25th, 2011, 09:40 PM
Anyone up for a ride Friday or Saturday? Gotta use my new camera!

WhiteRice
September 27th, 2011, 10:08 AM
Cover Bridge Run moved...

Lockshi3
September 27th, 2011, 04:24 PM
This sat morning run looks cool! What's the chance of rain though? :( new hope is supposed to be a great little town. I think I'm down for this one (please no rain!!)

RaZeDaHeLL
September 27th, 2011, 07:21 PM
Looks like fun! I'm in Brooklyn, if you guys are ever riding this way hit me up!!!

lux
September 28th, 2011, 08:27 AM
If the weather's ok I'm going to try to make this. Coming from NYC.

Rollin..
September 28th, 2011, 08:31 AM
If I can get my headlight fixed in time I'll join too...

WhiteRice
September 28th, 2011, 01:47 PM
Looks like fun! I'm in Brooklyn, if you guys are ever riding this way hit me up!!!

If the weather's ok I'm going to try to make this. Coming from NYC.

NY/PA/CT Riders are more than welcome! As long as you don't mind the ride up :)

I want to do a midnight run through Manhattan sometime. So keep an eye out.

RedNinja21
September 28th, 2011, 02:42 PM
Wish I can make it, have to go furniture shopping :(.

Once I have the house set up, there's no stopping me from joining all the rides. I will definitely keep in touch WhiteRice.

itsa250bro
September 28th, 2011, 05:03 PM
Doh!! You guys are right near me but, I can't make it. Somehow my wife thinks I'll have more fun at a kid birthday party :eek:

I'm pretty busy at work the next couple of months so my free time is going to be limited but, have a great ride - I know you will. Looking forward to lots of picks.

H8tred
September 28th, 2011, 06:13 PM
as long as it does not rain ill be there.:cool:

sikuss
September 29th, 2011, 05:13 PM
I'm down for a ride this weekend, but Saturday is looking pretty crappy. Hopefully it changes overnight....

I want a chance to try out my new knockoff eBay levers!

WhiteRice
September 30th, 2011, 09:23 AM
Yeah looks like rain, but we'll see.

I have to fly out to Boston Sunday morning. If some one want to organize a back up plan for Sunday please do!

lux
October 1st, 2011, 12:08 PM
Anyone want to ride tomorrow? I might go to Bear Mountain with a friend and his group of friends. He's an experienced rider though (I think his friends are too) and I don't know how fast they'll be going. I probably won't keep up with them.

Boosted139
October 1st, 2011, 12:20 PM
Anyone want to ride tomorrow? I might go to Bear Mountain with a friend and his group of friends. He's an experienced rider though (I think his friends are too) and I don't know how fast they'll be going. I probably won't keep up with them.

Bear mountain is pretty awesome. If its your first time, just take it easy and watch out for bicyclists... they like to hog the road around blind corners and what not. I'd love to join, but I'm stuck at school without my bike this weekend :(

Rollin..
October 1st, 2011, 01:28 PM
Anyone want to ride tomorrow? I might go to Bear Mountain with a friend and his group of friends. He's an experienced rider though (I think his friends are too) and I don't know how fast they'll be going. I probably won't keep up with them.


finally got my headlights fixed today....lux.when and where are you going to meet?

isn't it going to rain still tomorrow?

lux
October 1st, 2011, 06:38 PM
Thanks for the tip, Boosted139!

Aww man, looks like it's going to rain tomorrow morning too. Some other time I guess. :)
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sikuss
October 1st, 2011, 06:42 PM
This weekend looks like it is going to turn out to be crap weather wise. Next weekend looks promising though!

lux
October 3rd, 2011, 06:50 AM
Sunday turned out to be pretty nice. lol Went for a ride, enjoyed the weather. Anyone making a ride for this weekend?

Boosted139
October 3rd, 2011, 09:42 AM
I know I can't wait to ride this weekend, it's been too long (4 weeks!). Maybe we can get a group again

WhiteRice
October 5th, 2011, 08:06 PM
Ok, back from Boston. Let's ride.

I'm thinking Bear Mountain.

Boosted139
October 6th, 2011, 06:38 AM
Count me in for anything sat/sun or monday!

lux
October 6th, 2011, 07:26 AM
Going to try to make it on Saturday (and maybe Sunday) depending on time.

Thank you.

Rollin..
October 6th, 2011, 11:29 AM
I'm in. tnx

itsa250bro
October 6th, 2011, 02:32 PM
I'm OUT. Weather looks great too.. :sad:

lux
October 7th, 2011, 10:03 AM
Anyone making plans and a route? :)

WhiteRice
October 7th, 2011, 02:28 PM
Bear Mountain Run!

Saturday 9am - Kick stands up!

Start:
Jackson Hole‎
362 Grand Avenue
Englewood, NJ 07631-4101

Stop:
Bear Mountain

End:
A J's Pizza‎
12 Main Street
Butler, NJ 07405

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stinknugget
October 7th, 2011, 03:03 PM
You know, We have a number of riders in the philly riders thread too....Maybe we could get a group ride going one weekend. :thumbup:

Boosted139
October 7th, 2011, 03:06 PM
I'm in, as long as I don't get lost on my way to the meeting spot haha. Going to be an early morning... see you all there!

WhiteRice
October 7th, 2011, 06:40 PM
I just rode the route. Got lost, but I know what I did wrong. Should be a good ride :)

I'll be there early to get a cup of coffee and something to eat.

sikuss
October 7th, 2011, 07:08 PM
I'll be there tomorrow.

Lockshi3
October 7th, 2011, 07:11 PM
In as well

sikuss
October 8th, 2011, 02:20 PM
Great ride everyone -- good scenery! Here are my pictures..

Mourning a lost family member
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6042/6224330964_47908fdaf1_b.jpg


Scenery...
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6154/6224321246_e9f745512e_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6215/6224321210_5c310a5eae_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6103/6223796941_6ff30a3b5e_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6105/6223796933_93b9fea70f_z.jpg

Bikes...
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6230/6224321242_2b2d403da9_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6108/6224321230_ef684b33e0_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6041/6224321226_fe852ca723_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6228/6224321220_bcc7bc2284_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6168/6223796975_22591a4161_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6158/6223796957_93eccb8a7e_z.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6167/6223796947_ab8dddef04_z.jpg


Pit Stop at OCC

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6097/6223796927_79ea72b35f_z.jpg

Does the third "C" stand for Can-Ams?
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/6223802355_7b8b652fe1_z.jpg

WhiteRice
October 8th, 2011, 03:15 PM
Ditto sikuss, kamikaze squirrels!



Video from today, riding parts are at 2x speed.

Next time I'll turn the camera around so there is actually something to look at. Also my 32GB card arrived today so we have more than an hour of film time to work with.

JQhgIJp1xqY

Boosted139
October 8th, 2011, 03:32 PM
Kamikaze squirrels and killer bees! Great ride, hope to do it again soon.

WhiteRice
October 8th, 2011, 06:40 PM
You guys still down for covered bridges? It's more of a fun run than anything else. If so let me know and I'll start planning it.

Also post up your routes or events and I'll link them accordingly.

Back to our conversation during lunch. Some interest in track days were mentioned. Would anyone be interested in taking an ARC?

WhiteRice
October 8th, 2011, 06:53 PM
You know, We have a number of riders in the philly riders thread too....Maybe we could get a group ride going one weekend. :thumbup:
Definitely, you guys come up with a good route that ends with good food and we'll be there.

Keep it around the Delaware ;)

Boosted139
October 9th, 2011, 06:16 AM
You guys still down for covered bridges? It's more of a fun run than anything else. If so let me know and I'll start planning it.

Also post up your routes or events and I'll link them accordingly.

Back to our conversation during lunch. Some interest in track days were mentioned. Would anyone be interested in taking an ARC?

I like the covered bridges run since it's down my way :thumbup:

sikuss
October 9th, 2011, 06:55 PM
Definitely down for the covered bridge run. You inspired me to pick up one of the contour cameras, so maybe we'll have some more footage to work with next time.

When you say ARC, are you referring to the MSF ERC: http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-training/msf/experienced-rider-course/ or the TC ARC: http://www.tonystrackdays.com/category/7744&cfid=15688451&cftoken=70553093/sunday-nj-schedule.htm

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-training/total-control/advanced-riding-clinic.htm

The reviews make it seem like ARC is a better (i.e. more fun) course.

Lockshi3
October 9th, 2011, 09:13 PM
Definitely down for covered bridges...

great ride and scenery... here are some of my pictures:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6231/6228714251_09d0402084_z.jpg
NY Giants bike at OCC
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6170/6228713759_453aa66c33_z.jpg
Front of OCC
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6166/6229230416_aee4744cd8_z.jpg
Great views up at Bear Mt.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6102/6228713251_cc1c84b498_z.jpg
Up by the lake
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6217/6228712943_1cfdde19b0_z.jpg
All the bikes

WhiteRice
October 10th, 2011, 07:48 PM
Covered Bridge Run 10/15/11

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Saturday Morning! 9am! Arrive early for breakfast!

If anyone would like road captain for a portion of the ride please let me know. This route is direction intensive and it would make it easier on me :)

Start: McDonald's, 680 Promenade Boulevard, Bridgewater Township, NJ

End: Stockton inn, Main street, Stockton, nj

Participants:
WhiteRice
H8tred
Lockshi3
Sikuss
Boosted139

H8tred
October 11th, 2011, 06:35 PM
im in ,its just getting there will be interesting for me first time getting on 287.

Lockshi3
October 11th, 2011, 07:21 PM
Sikuss and I are in

Boosted139
October 12th, 2011, 04:31 AM
I'm in

WhiteRice
October 12th, 2011, 06:25 PM
Does anyone have an oil change coming up?

My 7500 mile service is coming up and I would like to do it myself. If anyone has the tools and the know how I'll bring the oil and filters ;)

sikuss
October 12th, 2011, 08:27 PM
Does anyone have an oil change coming up?

My 7500 mile service is coming up and I would like to do it myself. If anyone has the tools and the know how I'll bring the oil and filters ;)

What's included in the service? The oil and filter are a breeze.

WhiteRice
October 13th, 2011, 09:26 AM
Oil/filter, spark plugs. Then a bunch of visual inspection stuff.

Boosted139
October 13th, 2011, 09:30 AM
Oil/filter, spark plugs. Then a bunch of visual inspection stuff.

And the real biggie... valve adjustment.

WhiteRice
October 13th, 2011, 09:48 AM
Yea, watching this 4 part series by caseyjholmes, seems like a big job

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Crriiissss
October 13th, 2011, 11:18 AM
Does anyone have an oil change coming up?

My 7500 mile service is coming up and I would like to do it myself. If anyone has the tools and the know how I'll bring the oil and filters ;)

My friend and I actually just changed our oil/filter last weekend in our ninjas, if you want, you can come by and I'll help and show you how to change yours. I'm from jersey city btw..

itsa250bro
October 13th, 2011, 01:19 PM
Grrrrr.. I'm out again!! Have fun and be safe

sikuss
October 13th, 2011, 06:01 PM
If anyone would like road captain for a portion of the ride please let me know. This route is direction intensive and it would make it easier on me :)

I'll take point for some of the ride -- as always I'll have the phone w/ TomTom and my headphones, let's just hope the hunk of junk actually gives directions!

Also, I'm going to bring the contour along to test it out.

WhiteRice
October 13th, 2011, 07:28 PM
Grrrrr.. I'm out again!! Have fun and be safe

Next time ;)

I'll take point for some of the ride -- as always I'll have the phone w/ TomTom and my headphones, let's just hope the hunk of junk actually gives directions!

Also, I'm going to bring the contour along to test it out.

Thanks sikuss, you'll take the second leg of the journey after our break at bridge #3. The tough part about this trip is that it's not all point to point; sometimes you have to go a round about way to get to a bridge.

http://goo.gl/zoRQz

Here are some directions I made up that you can tape to your tank if you like, your part is page two. Basically the format is, "TURN - ROAD (Note/Landmark)".

Rollin..
October 14th, 2011, 08:34 AM
Im out this weekend folks...I crashed last sunday...:D

ride safe and don't get lost..:thumbup:

WhiteRice
October 14th, 2011, 10:40 AM
Im out this weekend folks...I crashed last sunday...:D

ride safe and don't get lost..:thumbup:
Oh **** dude? I hope you're alright!

itsa250bro
October 14th, 2011, 10:45 AM
Wow are you OK? What happened? More details please...:confused:

Alex
October 14th, 2011, 01:03 PM
Ouch! Glad you came through mostly OK. Can I move this post over to the crash forum?

Rollin..
October 14th, 2011, 01:51 PM
Ouch! Glad you came through mostly OK. Can I move this post over to the crash forum?

Sure

WhiteRice
October 14th, 2011, 02:54 PM
Dang man that nuts, I'm glad you made it out in one piece. Get well and hope to see you soon!

It took me a moment figure out those hydradry things were your cheek pads.

Alex
October 14th, 2011, 03:00 PM
Sure

OK, thx. New thread started right up here (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=88359).

Lockshi3
October 14th, 2011, 04:23 PM
Glad it wasn't too bad - hope you feel better soon!

Rollin..
October 14th, 2011, 06:02 PM
Whiterice - thanks..yeah those are my cheekpads...as you can see there was a lot of dirt..and I've only used that helmet a few times so I'm sure all those dirt I got from my crash...beats me how it got in my helmet! lol

Lockshi3 - thanks! actually feeling better now...too bad the bike is in bad shape..

and I already ordered replacement parts and some gear...I guess its time to start modding the bike..:D

safe ride tom! post pics!

sikuss
October 14th, 2011, 08:29 PM
I removed my Puig double-bubble and reinstalled the stock windscreen. If any of you guys wants it you can take it for free; otherwise I'll post it up in the for sale forum.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6117/6244971467_7b618fea7a_b.jpg

Boosted139
October 15th, 2011, 02:58 AM
I removed my Puig double-bubble and reinstalled the stock windscreen. If any of you guys wants it you can take it for free; otherwise I'll post it up in the for sale forum.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6117/6244971467_7b618fea7a_b.jpg

I'd gladly use it. Just name your price, I can't take it for free! Why'd you go back to stock? Just curious.

WhiteRice
October 15th, 2011, 12:55 PM
Great ride guys!

All my camera footage is junk, way too high in the beginning and for the last half it was dangling around my neck. Gotta find a better way to mount that thing.

sikuss
October 15th, 2011, 01:45 PM
Mine is decent, I'll cut it up and post it. My card filled just as I began to lead so we have no video evidence of me getting us lost....I submit that it never happened.

WhiteRice
October 15th, 2011, 01:47 PM
What capacity do you have? I have a 8GB from my cell that I'm no longer using.

P.S. That ride home we were really flying.

sikuss
October 15th, 2011, 01:52 PM
What capacity do you have? I have a 8GB from my cell that I'm no longer using.

P.S. That ride home we were really flying.

I've got a 16gb from my old android phone -- I think I'll need to be more selective about when to run the camera to get a bigger card; I've got a lot of boring footage.

If you aren't going that fast on 78 then you're going to get run over!

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6155/6247663664_e94db70c40_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6164/6247663646_2cb7a2e59e_b.jpg

Boosted139
October 15th, 2011, 01:55 PM
78 is a death wish unless you're traveling at 80+

sikuss
October 15th, 2011, 01:57 PM
78 is a death wish unless you're traveling at 80+

See, 'Frenchtown' knows the deal.

H8tred
October 15th, 2011, 02:55 PM
Great ride,and was nice meeting everone!

ChaosFromAbove
October 15th, 2011, 03:00 PM
i wouldnt mind riding along side some 250's...I've got a 2011 zx6r, from south jersey, novice

Lockshi3
October 15th, 2011, 03:28 PM
Nice seeing and meeting everyone as well.

I snapped a few pics that I'll upload later as well.

Both 78 and 202 are usually loaded with cops so I was a little hesitant on the speeding but atleast sikuss knew where he was going this time :)

sikuss
October 15th, 2011, 03:59 PM
i wouldnt mind riding along side some 250's...I've got a 2011 zx6r, from south jersey, novice

You should come out the next time we have a ride; just do us a favor and only use 1/4 throttle or we'll never see you again after 5 seconds in.

sikuss
October 15th, 2011, 08:37 PM
Here's the video...

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WhiteRice
October 16th, 2011, 06:59 AM
Nice vid :)

I didn't get all sky! I have some awesomely nauseating footage from when it was dangling from my neck :P

Boosted139
October 16th, 2011, 08:04 AM
Nice job with the video. I was waiting for you to get your knee down at the end :p

sikuss
October 16th, 2011, 10:59 AM
Nice job with the video. I was waiting for you to get your knee down at the end :p

My knee was definitely one of the things that hit the ground when I crashed...does that count?

WhiteRice
October 17th, 2011, 04:18 PM
So what do you guys want to do next. As of now the weather this weekend is looking good.

I'm busy Saturday afternoon otherwise I'm free.

Probably hold off on my midnight NYC ride idea until it starts to warm up again.

I think there's a haunted forest type of thing up in tuxedo right by 17A.

WhiteRice
October 17th, 2011, 04:19 PM
So what do you guys want to do next. As of now the weather this weekend is looking good.

I'm busy Saturday afternoon otherwise I'm free.

Probably hold off on my midnight NYC ride idea until it starts to warm up again.

I think there's a haunted forest type of thing up in tuxedo right by 17A.

Found it:http://www.renfair.com/forestoffear/index.html

lux
October 17th, 2011, 06:07 PM
I think I'll be free on Sunday if you guys do a ride then. I've missed all your rides but appreciate the pictures. Nice video, too!

Boosted139
October 17th, 2011, 06:13 PM
I'm free most of Sunday. Still trying to find some decent routes though...

WhiteRice
October 18th, 2011, 12:09 PM
Heads up that "Fear Forest" thing takes place from nightfall(~6pm) to midnight. I'm not sure how comfortable everyone is with riding at night.

H8tred
October 18th, 2011, 06:48 PM
Nah, not me.:mad:

WhiteRice
October 19th, 2011, 11:44 AM
Does anyone have any shops by them? In particular ones having end of season sales? ;)

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 11:51 AM
Does anyone have any shops by them? In particular ones having end of season sales? ;)

Looking for something specific? There's a small shop down my way. Great friendly knowledgeable people (with lots of track experience), but like I said they're small so don't keep a huge inventory.

I know Cyclegear is in Edison (haven't been there yet) so i can't comment on them.

ChaosFromAbove
October 19th, 2011, 11:56 AM
You should come out the next time we have a ride; just do us a favor and only use 1/4 throttle or we'll never see you again after 5 seconds in.

lmao...yea I'll have to frequent this place more often so i can see when the next ride is.

I remember how it was trying to keep up with my buddy's ducati 748...lost me on straights, caught up to him on turns lol

WhiteRice
October 19th, 2011, 12:01 PM
Looking for something specific? There's a small shop down my way. Great friendly knowledgeable people (with lots of track experience), but like I said they're small so don't keep a huge inventory.

I know Cyclegear is in Edison (haven't been there yet) so i can't comment on them.
Nothing specific, I'm just trying to think of good stops

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 12:08 PM
Nothing specific, I'm just trying to think of good stops

Could always go window shopping and drool over some 600s :p

WhiteRice
October 19th, 2011, 12:10 PM
Could always go window shopping and drool over some 600s :p
Lol nothing good can come from that, "Remember that time we went out with 250s and came home with 600s!?"

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 12:17 PM
Lol nothing good can come from that, "Remember that time we went out with 250s and came home with 600s!?"

Totally untrue. We all know you'd get a 1000 :eek:

WhiteRice
October 19th, 2011, 01:00 PM
Totally untrue. We all know you'd get a 1000 :eek:

MOAR POWER :happy20:

Seriously I have my eye on a CBR600, but you guys made some good points about insurance etc...

And we all love our ninjas :D

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 04:17 PM
So where's the nearest honda dealer we can stop and visit ;)

sikuss
October 19th, 2011, 06:43 PM
So where's the nearest honda dealer we can stop and visit ;)

In case you are actually looking...

There's a Honda/Kawi/Triumph/BMW/Ducatti dealership in Metuchen -- good for eye candy, but I wouldn't buy anything there (Amanda got her bike there and the experience sucked--at least in the Kawi part of the dealership). http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=911+middlesex+ave+metuchen&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl

There's also a pretty huge dealership in Monroe, NJ called Xtreme Machines with Triumph, Kawi, Suzuki. http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=xtreme+machines+monroe+nj&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 06:54 PM
In case you are actually looking...

There's a Honda/Kawi/Triumph/BMW/Ducatti dealership in Metuchen -- good for eye candy, but I wouldn't buy anything there (Amanda got her bike there and the experience sucked--at least in the Kawi part of the dealership). http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=911+middlesex+ave+metuchen&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl

There's also a pretty huge dealership in Monroe, NJ called Xtreme Machines with Triumph, Kawi, Suzuki. http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=xtreme+machines+monroe+nj&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl

I do get bored on the weekends sometimes...

There's a Suzuki/Ducati/Triumph/MV Augusta dealer in Ledgewood called Trebour Motorcycles. Been there once, major eye candy. I drooled all over the place...

NickNYC
October 19th, 2011, 07:04 PM
I've got a 16gb from my old android phone -- I think I'll need to be more selective about when to run the camera to get a bigger card; I've got a lot of boring footage.

If you aren't going that fast on 78 then you're going to get run over!

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6155/6247663664_e94db70c40_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6164/6247663646_2cb7a2e59e_b.jpg

Finally a picture that out did the one I took on Aug 20th. Thanks! Wish I was there? The pic link is thru Twitter but if you don't mind...
http://twitpic.com/6u3god
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Lockshi3
October 19th, 2011, 07:42 PM
Just to be fair.. sales were ok there - service not so much.

In case you are actually looking...

There's a Honda/Kawi/Triumph/BMW/Ducatti dealership in Metuchen -- good for eye candy, but I wouldn't buy anything there (Amanda got her bike there and the experience sucked--at least in the Kawi part of the dealership). http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=911+middlesex+ave+metuchen&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl

There's also a pretty huge dealership in Monroe, NJ called Xtreme Machines with Triumph, Kawi, Suzuki. http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=xtreme+machines+monroe+nj&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl

Lockshi3
October 19th, 2011, 07:44 PM
also with those dealerships - as with all I'm sure, hours are severely limited on the weekends - only open until 4pm on Saturdays only. I'd probably be up for a ride on Sunday if anyone is interested... Sat. is kinda out of the question.. and I have new leather gear to wear!!

Lockshi3
October 19th, 2011, 07:46 PM
Which shop is by you?

Cycle gear is ok - a couple months ago we went and they had decently stocked stuff by Dainese etc (where we got our boots on sale) - now its all BILT and Sedici.....

there's another store called Washington Cycle Works... very small and limited... so I was kinda curious which other one you've been to.

Looking for something specific? There's a small shop down my way. Great friendly knowledgeable people (with lots of track experience), but like I said they're small so don't keep a huge inventory.

I know Cyclegear is in Edison (haven't been there yet) so i can't comment on them.

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 07:57 PM
Which shop is by you?

Cycle gear is ok - a couple months ago we went and they had decently stocked stuff by Dainese etc (where we got our boots on sale) - now its all BILT and Sedici.....

there's another store called Washington Cycle Works... very small and limited... so I was kinda curious which other one you've been to.

Washington Cycle Works is the one near me, about 10 minutes. Like you said, small and limited, but Ron (the owner)is the man. Plus he'll order pretty much anything for you if its not in stock. I like the peace of mind of trying things on before I buy and supporting local businesses. They just started carrying RS Taichi as well (hard brand to find in stores), which reminds me I have to go pick up my gloves from him this weekend.

Other than that just been to dealers who have even more limited items than WCW.

*Edit

I'd be interested in a Sunday ride as well. its your turn to lead isnt it?

Lockshi3
October 19th, 2011, 07:59 PM
Oh cool! Yeah Scott actually bought his Held gloves there. They definitely sell reputable brands and the guy was really nice, just wish it was a tad bigger. But they are more focused on the track and other suspension modifications (like you mentioned)

Which gloves did you go with?

Boosted139
October 19th, 2011, 08:01 PM
Oh cool! Yeah Scott actually bought his Held gloves there. They definitely sell reputable brands and the guy was really nice, just wish it was a tad bigger. But they are more focused on the track and other suspension modifications (like you mentioned)

Which gloves did you go with?

Going to be either rs taichi gp wrx or gp evo... he ordered both because I couldn't make up my mind. Leaning towards the gp evo.

WhiteRice
October 19th, 2011, 08:03 PM
Washington Cycle Works is the one near me, about 10 minutes. Like you said, small and limited, but Ron (the owner)is the man. Plus he'll order pretty much anything for you if its not in stock. I like the peace of mind of trying things on before I buy and supporting local businesses. They just started carrying RS Taichi as well (hard brand to find in stores), which reminds me I have to go pick up my gloves from him this weekend.

Other than that just been to dealers who have even more limited items than WCW.

*Edit

I'd be interested in a Sunday ride as well. its your turn to lead isnt it?
My Boss actually had the same thing to say about WCW.

I'm down for a Sunday run. I do believe it's Lockshi3's turn.

Lockshi3
October 19th, 2011, 08:22 PM
My Boss actually had the same thing to say about WCW.

I'm down for a Sunday run. I do believe it's Lockshi3's turn.

Ok everyone please pack sustenance. Lol.

Also re: that haunted night ride- Id be down for next weekend? I have no issue riding in the dark... Is it a pretty straight shot there? Mostly highway?

WhiteRice
October 20th, 2011, 08:46 AM
Ok everyone please pack sustenance. Lol.

Also re: that haunted night ride- Id be down for next weekend? I have no issue riding in the dark... Is it a pretty straight shot there? Mostly highway?
Next weekend as in 22-23 or 29-30?

You can take 287 to 87 or the more scenic route 23 to Clinton rd. to 17a

Your call :)

NickNYC
October 20th, 2011, 08:57 AM
West of US9 up by the Washington Bridge area; nice. Bike went into Winter storage as of Tuesday. I'm bummed I can't hide out in 'Jersey for a night. Post some pics?!
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Lockshi3
October 20th, 2011, 09:49 AM
Sorry I was confusing.

For the haunted ride thing I meant the weekend of the 29th since it sounds like a lot of people can't ride this Saturday.

But for this Sunday, I'd be up for a ride... But as to where I do not have any ideas

WhiteRice
October 20th, 2011, 09:36 PM
I'm just gonna post up some routes...

SNAGGED!

lordqx4
October 21st, 2011, 08:21 AM
2011 ninja 250r black, is there any rating less than beginner, cause thats what I think I am. I dont know if you guys consider me North or Central but live on the border of Middlesex and Monmouth County.

WhiteRice
October 21st, 2011, 08:36 AM
2011 ninja 250r black, is there any rating less than beginner, cause thats what I think I am. I dont know if you guys consider me North or Central but live on the border of Middlesex and Monmouth County.
Everyone has to start somewhere, welcome looking forward to riding.

Boosted139
October 21st, 2011, 04:16 PM
Skyline drive route looks pretty interesting... i know the part of skyline drive right off 287 near oakland/hawthorne is pretty sweet.

lordqx4
October 21st, 2011, 05:00 PM
Everyone has to start somewhere, welcome looking forward to riding.

Thanks. Currently I just ride around town and parking lots practicing. I want to go on a ride but don't know if I am ready. Hope to be soon. If weather permits I hope to be out there tomorrow just riding around

WhiteRice
October 22nd, 2011, 12:44 PM
Ok serious business, who's up for a ride tomorrow?

Boosted139
October 22nd, 2011, 12:51 PM
I'm open to the possibility

WhiteRice
October 22nd, 2011, 01:54 PM
Gah I just lowsided on the MSF ERC course. Low speed; full gear; no injuries; bike ok. I'll post the rest in the crash forum.

Still down to ride tomorrow.

Boosted139
October 22nd, 2011, 02:13 PM
Gah I just lowsided on the MSF ERC course. Low speed; full gear; no injuries; bike ok. I'll post the rest in the crash forum.

Still down to ride tomorrow.

:( At least it was low speed and you're alright. Any master plans for tomorrow?

WhiteRice
October 22nd, 2011, 02:16 PM
:( At least it was low speed and you're alright. Any master plans for tomorrow?
I was actually headed toward skyline to check it out, but the traffic on rt 4 was awful so I pulled off and went to the MSF course.

So on that note, wanna do skyline?

Boosted139
October 22nd, 2011, 03:04 PM
So on that note, wanna do skyline?

I'm down for that.

WhiteRice
October 22nd, 2011, 03:30 PM
Skyline Ride 10/23/11


Kickstands up at 9AM! Arrive early for breakfast

Start:
Oakland Diner‎
72 Ramapo Valley Road
Oakland, NJ 07436

End:
Butler NJ

This ride is a short one(google says about 50mins). But there's definitely more riding in the area, we'll just play it by ear.


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Boosted139
October 22nd, 2011, 04:24 PM
Gonna be a cold morning, see you there :thumbup:

caliente103
October 22nd, 2011, 04:30 PM
maybe ill come by I live IN the BX but work for Kraft foods on 208

Lockshi3
October 22nd, 2011, 08:59 PM
Out last min. :( up for the next one...

WhiteRice
October 23rd, 2011, 05:55 PM
So it was just me and Boosted this time. We explored the area and rode until we ran out of road(twice). Definitely some good riding.

I just crossed the 7500 mile mark, so I'm going to have do my service. Depending how long that takes I might have to sit the next few out.

NickNYC
October 23rd, 2011, 06:04 PM
So it was just me and Boosted this time. We explored the area and rode until we ran out of road(twice). Definitely some good riding.

I just crossed the 7500 mile mark, so I'm going to have do my service. Depending how long that takes I might have to sit the next few out.

Big congrat's! 'wish I was there.
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Boosted139
October 23rd, 2011, 06:24 PM
It was an adventure to say the least. We'll have to do it again, minus the 3 foot wide roads, the offroading and possible motorcycle cop. Oh and less traffic would be nice too

H8tred
October 24th, 2011, 01:28 PM
So it was just me and Boosted this time. We explored the area and rode until we ran out of road(twice). Definitely some good riding.

I just crossed the 7500 mile mark, so I'm going to have do my service. Depending how long that takes I might have to sit the next few out.

Let me know how the service goes,i just cracked the 600 mile mark.

WhiteRice
October 25th, 2011, 08:55 AM
You guys going up to Fear forest this weekend?

itsa250bro
October 25th, 2011, 05:29 PM
No can do Mr Squirrel - sorry I missed that one:) What's the story about the poor thing anyway?

WhiteRice
October 25th, 2011, 06:30 PM
No can do Mr Squirrel - sorry I missed that one:) What's the story about the poor thing anyway?
Heading up 9w, little guy leapt when he should've looked... right under my front tire. :o

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 09:24 AM
Chance of snow in NJ this weekend. I don't care if its just a dusting. /depressed

WhiteRice
October 26th, 2011, 09:26 AM
Chance of snow in NJ this weekend. I don't care if its just a dusting. /depressed
Yeah it's pretty ridiculous; it's not even November.

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 11:24 AM
I guess I'll just hunker down at home and read twist of the wrist 1 & 2 :D

WhiteRice
October 26th, 2011, 11:56 AM
Let see if there's any interest in these events,

NJ Tech Day?

NJ Track Day?

I was looking at http://www.tonystrackdays.com/index.cfm . For next season of course.

If anyone has other venues or knows a club we can get a discount with speak up!

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 12:22 PM
Definitely interested in both, could probably host a tech day at my place (since I have a huge garage and every tool known to man in it) if there's enough interest. Just would need a week or 2 notice so that I can make sure the garage isn't full of cars that need to be worked on.

As far as track goes, I plan to hit the track next season for sure. I am eyeing up Team Promotion (http://www.teampromotion.com/). They seem to have a lot more tack days at NJMP than tony's. Prices are similar, actually cheaper if you plan to only do a few.

Bike needs some work for track prep, but I've got all winter :)

caliente103
October 26th, 2011, 12:24 PM
Definitely interested in both, could probably host a tech day at my place (since I have a huge garage and every tool known to man in it) if there's enough interest. Just would need a week or 2 notice so that I can make sure the garage isn't full of cars that need to be worked on.

As far as track goes, I plan to hit the track next season for sure. I am eyeing up Team Promotion (http://www.teampromotion.com/). They seem to have a lot more tack days at NJMP than tony's. Prices are similar, actually cheaper if you plan to only do a few.

Bike needs some work for track prep, but I've got all winter :)

I like the tech day
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Lockshi3
October 26th, 2011, 12:37 PM
Fear Forrest I'm up for - hoping no snow though???
Tech day I'm up for as well. I want to shim and put an exhaust on.

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 01:19 PM
Fear Forrest I'm up for - hoping no snow though???
Tech day I'm up for as well. I want to shim and put an exhaust on.

What exhaust you getting??

Lockshi3
October 26th, 2011, 01:32 PM
I would like the akrapovic. :)

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 01:47 PM
I would like the akrapovic. :)

Good choice, slip on/shimming needles is pretty easy job as well. :thumbup:

Lockshi3
October 26th, 2011, 02:05 PM
Good choice, slip on/shimming needles is pretty easy job as well. :thumbup:

I hope so. We'll see! It seems pretty easy according to the DYI

WhiteRice
October 26th, 2011, 04:22 PM
Good choice, slip on/shimming needles is pretty easy job as well. :thumbup:
Are you suppose to equalize your carbs after that?

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 04:57 PM
Are you suppose to equalize your carbs after that?

Is it required? No. The only reason to justify doing these two things together is really that you're already pulling things apart, why not, BUT it is more involved. Shimming the needles won't affect the butterfly valves (which is what you're synchronizing). By shimming the needles, all you're doing is raising them which means you're adding more fuel to your mixture.

WhiteRice
October 26th, 2011, 05:00 PM
Is it required? No. The only reason to justify doing these two things together is really that you're already playing with the carb, why not. Shimming the needles won't affect the butterfly valves (which is what you're synchronizing). By shimming the needles, all you're doing is raising them which means you're adding more fuel to your mixture.
Gotcha :)

Btw I've been meaning to ask. How satisfied are you with your aftermarket rear sets?

Boosted139
October 26th, 2011, 05:21 PM
Gotcha :)

Btw I've been meaning to ask. How satisfied are you with your aftermarket rear sets?

I'm happy with them overall. Lets start with my cons (these are really nit picky if you ask me).

First would be that with my exhaust I can't set the rear brake lever exactly where I want it, its a bit low. But again that's because the area p high mount race exhaust bends up higher than a stock or "normal mount" exhaust. It's just one of those things where I really have to push down farther with my toe to hit the rear brake, its just not right there at my toe like stock. Second, isn't really a complaint, but just know you'll lose the functionality of the rear brake light with MOST rear sets. The spring system with is use with stock rear sets won't attach. Although you can just get a pressure switch to fix all this (I haven't got around to ordering one yet).

Now the good!

I like the position, I personally think it's more comfortable. Lowered my knees down the tank a bit, so my knees no longer rest on that awkwardly placed crease on the tank. Although I'm short so I don't know if it'd get someone taller's knees down that far. You're not going to be like holy crap I need to be an acrobat to use these things, but you'll notice it first few times. Does force you to use your knees to grip the tank a little, but with stock handle bars you're not super aggressive or anything like that. No regrets getting them.

Next time we ride hop on my bike to feel the positioning. Over the winter probably going to get clip ons, then I'll be nice and aggressive :D

I'm sure I've missed something here, so if you have a more specific question, just ask and I'll do my best

Rollin..
October 27th, 2011, 09:09 AM
I hope so. We'll see! It seems pretty easy according to the DYI

So it seems Boosted is our resident go to guy for tech questions:thumbup:..my new exhaust just came in yesterday so I may need to shim the needles too..no Idea how to do it...:D

Boosted139
October 27th, 2011, 10:01 AM
So it seems Boosted is our resident go to guy for tech questions:thumbup:..my new exhaust just came in yesterday so I may need to shim the needles too..no Idea how to do it...:D

I just read a lot and I've done a lot of things to my bike haha. The hardest part is taking the screws out off the carb caps. Especially if you don't have a JIS screwdriver. What exhaust did you end up getting??

WhiteRice
October 27th, 2011, 12:45 PM
I just read a lot and I've done a lot of things to my bike haha. The hardest part is taking the screws out off the carb caps. Especially if you don't have a JIS screwdriver. What exhaust did you end up getting??
What size JIS drivers does one need?

Boosted139
October 27th, 2011, 01:56 PM
What size JIS drivers does one need?

Don't know. I was one of those people who was like they can't be that different, I'll just use a phillips. It was a pain, but I managed without stripping them. That was the first time to shim my needles. The second time (when I rejetted) I totally stripped them, but luckily my jet kit came with replacement hex bolts. So no more of those JIS things (on the carb at least).

Lockshi3
October 27th, 2011, 06:10 PM
So it seems Boosted is our resident go to guy for tech questions:thumbup:..my new exhaust just came in yesterday so I may need to shim the needles too..no Idea how to do it...:D

Same! Boosted- where did you find the 3mm washers??

Boosted139
October 27th, 2011, 06:22 PM
Same! Boosted- where did you find the 3mm washers??

Local hardware store. I imagine you could get them most anywhere (Lowes, Home Depot, etc), but you'll probably have to buy a bag of like 50 haha

Rollin..
October 27th, 2011, 07:56 PM
I just read a lot and I've done a lot of things to my bike haha. The hardest part is taking the screws out off the carb caps. Especially if you don't have a JIS screwdriver. What exhaust did you end up getting??

Just the cheap ones from China - danmoto carbon fiber :D...I read decent reviews so I wanted to try them...

Boosted139
October 27th, 2011, 08:03 PM
Just the cheap ones from China - danmoto carbon fiber :D...I read decent reviews so I wanted to try them...

Cool cool, I've heard they're loud as hell :thumbup:

WhiteRice
October 29th, 2011, 10:18 AM
Seriously?!

http://zachwang.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Photo-Oct-29-1-07-51-PM.jpg

Boosted139
October 29th, 2011, 10:21 AM
So yeah, lets def do a ride tomorrow morning

lux
November 1st, 2011, 07:35 AM
Local hardware store. I imagine you could get them most anywhere (Lowes, Home Depot, etc), but you'll probably have to buy a bag of like 50 haha
I bought mine from Lowe's. I think they came in packs of three. :)

IS there a ride planned for this weekend?

WhiteRice
November 1st, 2011, 11:27 AM
There should be, weather looks clear.

I should be doing my valves Friday/Saturday. If you guys do something Sunday I may make it.

Boosted139
November 8th, 2011, 11:43 AM
I should be doing my valves Friday/Saturday. If you guys do something Sunday I may make it.

How'd the valve job go?

WhiteRice
November 8th, 2011, 11:47 AM
How'd the valve job go?
Waiting on some crush gaskets from ronayers. Didn't want to start until I had everything.

Definitely this weekend :)

itsa250bro
November 12th, 2011, 09:20 AM
Any one up for a ride on Sunday? Weather looks OK, no rain at least - just a few clouds. How about meeting at 10am?

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WhiteRice
November 12th, 2011, 09:36 AM
http://zachwang.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/IMG_06831-e1321051408516.jpg

Pending catastrophic disaster I'm in :)

I was just talking to Boosted and we were looking for somewhere to ride.

itsa250bro
November 12th, 2011, 10:07 AM
http://zachwang.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/IMG_06831-e1321051408516.jpg

Pending catastrophic disaster I'm in :)

I was just talking to Boosted and we were looking for somewhere to ride.

Haha... love the ladder work bench, what are you working on?
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mikedabike64
November 12th, 2011, 11:56 AM
Jackson nj southern central old and treacherous.

Boosted139
November 12th, 2011, 12:20 PM
I'm going to have to pass for tomorrow, stuff came up :(

WhiteRice
November 12th, 2011, 10:51 PM
I'm missing some hardware so my bike is still dry at the moment. Won't be able to ride tomorrow.

I was able to do valves today and get it all back together except fairings.

itsa250bro
November 13th, 2011, 06:06 AM
no problem... looks like my first solo group ride :)
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Boosted139
November 14th, 2011, 09:58 AM
no problem... looks like my first solo group ride :)
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Let us know how it went, might have to do a repeat if it was a good ride

itsa250bro
November 15th, 2011, 11:35 AM
It was fun but, I got a little bit lost - I wanted to try using my GPS to follow the Google Map route that I downloaded but, that didn't work out exactly like I expected.

I wound up on RT517 in Vernon which was definitely the highlight of the trip... hilly, twisty with a good road surface. The roads near the Wanaque Reservoir were also fun but, the road surface was pretty bumpy and patched so I wasn't able to really build any confidence when going into a turn.

I think a fun trip would be to follow RT517 from start to finish, then get over to RT519 somehow for the ride home.

Boosted139
November 15th, 2011, 04:37 PM
That'd be a good one and fairly easy. Might have to give that a test run next time i ride :thumbup:

NYC Diesel
November 22nd, 2011, 03:37 AM
Hey just saying what's up, I currently live in the city but I'm from Northern NJ and my bike is registered in jersey as well. All I can say is both NJ and NY roads suck haha

Boosted139
November 23rd, 2011, 07:11 PM
Probably going to try the route you suggested, itsa250bro, on Friday. 517 in tewskbury up to Vernon and then over to 519 and back down to phillipsburg. Hopefully the roads dry up and I'll let you know how it goes.

itsa250bro
November 23rd, 2011, 09:21 PM
Sounds like a good time, hope you enjoy it. Happy Thaanksgiving everybody
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WhiteRice
November 28th, 2011, 08:09 PM
Well I finally topped off my fluids today and ran her around. Sounds happy. I have some farkles to install so she's still naked but I'm glad nothing blew up!

Who planning a polar bear ride?

sikuss
January 8th, 2012, 08:25 AM
Bringing this thread back from the dead to offer my A* SP-1 gloves for sale. I used them for one season (I bought Held Phantoms) and had one low speed crash in them (I landed on my shoulder and there's no damage to the gloves).

If any of your guys don't have gauntlet gloves, I'd suggest picking these up.

If someone from this thread buys them $30 picked up or $30 + shipping if I need to ship.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7005/6659790407_cbbdf1b706_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7146/6659789847_85ac600d46_b.jpg

Here's the glove from the side I went down on -- just a little dirt.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7143/6659789229_48ce9742be_b.jpg

I can provide more pictures if you want to see something specific.

Also, Justin, I know you said awhile back you wanted my smoked Puig double bubble. If you still want it, shoot me a PM with your address and I'll ship it to you for the cost of you paying for my share of the lunch the next group ride we do.

nycsteve
January 13th, 2012, 08:28 AM
Are you guys planning on riding again? Just got my first bike and would love to ride in a group. From Brooklyn btw.

itsa250bro
January 16th, 2012, 08:01 AM
nycsteve - no rides planned at the moment but check back often because you never know when one will pop up - speaking for myself, riding in the winter is still lots of fun but, the weather is a little bit more unpredictable - so it's harder to "plan" a ride - it's more of an inspiration kind of thing.

That being said, you don't have to wait for someone else to post ride - if you want to plan one - please feel free to post it here:thumbup:

Boosted139
February 11th, 2012, 03:57 PM
Hope everyone has been well and able to sneak in some rides on the nicer days. I know I'm dying for spring to come around, been tinkering with the bike over the past months. Hopefully the weather only gets better and we can get some March group rides and coordinate some days track days! :drool:

itsa250bro
February 11th, 2012, 05:03 PM
That's really amazing that you mentioned track days. I was just looking at this site (http://www.tonystrackdays.com/) which offers classes at NJMP (http://www.njmp.com). Looks like it would be lots of fun, and not too intimidating for a noob like myself.

I think my helmet/gloves/boot are OK but, I'll need to rent some leathers which I haven't looked into - cost wise. But, I would really be into doing that.

Boosted139
February 11th, 2012, 05:27 PM
I know on previous group rides a few of us were interested in track days so if we could somehow all go to the same event, that'd be a ton of fun. Most of the clubs I researched offer (or require) a class for first timers class. I had been leaning towards Team Promotion (http://www.teampromotion.com) because they seem to offer the most track day events at NJMP. Although today while I was at a Washington Cycle Works one of the employees mentioned he rides with Absolute Cycle (http://www.absolutecycle.com/raceshop/). So there's a few good options available!

I know I will most definitely be visiting the track this season at least once, but I haven't made a decision on which track group to join at this point.

*EDIT* Also NESBA (http://www.nesba.com/) is another organization which offers track days. I know a few people in my office building who track through them.

lux
February 27th, 2012, 09:55 AM
Winter has been fairly mild, got to ride here and there. :)

Any group rides in the planning stages?

Rollin..
February 27th, 2012, 12:06 PM
Winter has been fairly mild, got to ride here and there. :)

Any group rides in the planning stages?


Hi Lux,

no plans yet..Maybe this coming March when the weather starts to go up to 50s..

and when you start seeing me again riding to work in times square then you'll know...:D

rudyr123
February 27th, 2012, 04:42 PM
Wow, today was definitely a nice day to ride! Finally got to take the ninja out for a little. If anyone is ever down for a ride in North Jersey let me know!

Boosted139
February 27th, 2012, 04:54 PM
Wow, today was definitely a nice day to ride! Finally got to take the ninja out for a little. If anyone is ever down for a ride in North Jersey let me know!

Jealous! Its too cold in the mornings to ride to work and by time I'm home its dark. Why are all the weekdays nice and then weekends chilly :mad: Hopefully, like Rollin said, we can get group rides started back up next month when it'll be 50+ consistently. Can't wait to use my new helmet :D

rudyr123
March 1st, 2012, 02:58 PM
Jealous! Its too cold in the mornings to ride to work and by time I'm home its dark. Why are all the weekdays nice and then weekends chilly :mad: Hopefully, like Rollin said, we can get group rides started back up next month when it'll be 50+ consistently. Can't wait to use my new helmet :D

Lol, I had the day off so I took advantage of the ninja. Definitely feels good to be back riding again. :thumbup:

Also, this just came in yesterday.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7185/6798545194_648b13a4c9_b.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7189/6944659865_e24c6c7533_b.jpg

VT FIJI Graphix
March 9th, 2012, 12:28 PM
Hey fellas. Just wanted to introduce myself. I just bought an '08 Ninja 250R a couple weeks ago and its great to see so many fellow 250Rs in JC. I'm at the end of Warren Street, so just around the corner from you folks at Liberty Towers. :)

I'm a complete n00b... waiting to take my MSF BasicRider class in April over @ Farleigh Dickinson U. You guys will prob see me around practicing after I take the class. Hope to get some experience in and venture with you guys on these rides. They look incredibly fun.


Any suggestions on practice locations? Only place I can think of w/ a big parking lot is the Target over in Newport.

Boosted139
March 9th, 2012, 01:10 PM
Welcome aboard! Speaking of venturing out on group rides... 60+ degrees Sunday... :D

sikuss
March 9th, 2012, 07:06 PM
Hey fellas. Just wanted to introduce myself. I just bought an '08 Ninja 250R a couple weeks ago and its great to see so many fellow 250Rs in JC. I'm at the end of Warren Street, so just around the corner from you folks at Liberty Towers. :)

I'm a complete n00b... waiting to take my MSF BasicRider class in April over @ Farleigh Dickinson U. You guys will prob see me around practicing after I take the class. Hope to get some experience in and venture with you guys on these rides. They look incredibly fun.


Any suggestions on practice locations? Only place I can think of w/ a big parking lot is the Target over in Newport.

Welcome! Wish I could help you with somewhere to practice, but I never found a good place. One of the dudes in the booth at Liberty Science Center let us practice there on a weekend but I don't think you can count on that regularly.

sikuss
March 9th, 2012, 07:09 PM
Oh and if you didn't buy gear yet and want the gloves I mentioned earlier in the thread you can have them. They've just been sitting in my closet.

VT FIJI Graphix
March 11th, 2012, 06:29 PM
Oh and if you didn't buy gear yet and want the gloves I mentioned earlier in the thread you can have them. They've just been sitting in my closet.

That would be awesome. I'm slowly getting my gear in place. So far, I just picked up a Shoei RF-1100, and the A* T-GP-R Air jacket is on its way. What size gloves are you? I'm prob a sm or med, I know A* stuff runs a little tighter.

sikuss
March 11th, 2012, 07:17 PM
That would be awesome. I'm slowly getting my gear in place. So far, I just picked up a Shoei RF-1100, and the A* T-GP-R Air jacket is on its way. What size gloves are you? I'm prob a sm or med, I know A* stuff runs a little tighter.

The gloves are medium. Let me know if you want to pick them up and I can let you try them on some night after work or on the weekend.

Nice helmet by the way, my girlfriend has the same one and I used to have it as well.

Rollin..
March 12th, 2012, 04:20 PM
The gloves are medium. Let me know if you want to pick them up and I can let you try them on some night after work or on the weekend.

Nice helmet by the way, my girlfriend has the same one and I used to have it as well.

Hey man - do you still have the double bubble or you sent them to boosted already?

If you still have them I can buy them from you..looking to change my windscreen so I can get more space to mount my GPS...thanks!

Rollin..
March 12th, 2012, 04:22 PM
Hey fellas. Just wanted to introduce myself. I just bought an '08 Ninja 250R a couple weeks ago and its great to see so many fellow 250Rs in JC. I'm at the end of Warren Street, so just around the corner from you folks at Liberty Towers. :)

I'm a complete n00b... waiting to take my MSF BasicRider class in April over @ Farleigh Dickinson U. You guys will prob see me around practicing after I take the class. Hope to get some experience in and venture with you guys on these rides. They look incredibly fun.


Any suggestions on practice locations? Only place I can think of w/ a big parking lot is the Target over in Newport.

welcome! what color is your ninja? :D

Boosted139
March 12th, 2012, 04:26 PM
Hey man - do you still have the double bubble or you sent them to boosted already?

If you still have them I can buy them from you..looking to change my windscreen so I can get more space to mount my GPS...thanks!

All yours my friend!

sikuss
March 12th, 2012, 05:59 PM
All yours my friend!

It's still sitting in my closet as far as I remember. I'll let you know once I check.

Boosted139
March 13th, 2012, 04:54 PM
Decided to take the plunge and sign up with Team Pro-Motion (http://www.teampromotion.com/) to track this year :D

Haven't picked out any dates yet, but they have a friend referral program. Basically I can bring someone to ride for the day at my rate, but you don't have to have a club membership (so saves you some $$ if you just want to try the track). Also if you sign up for a membership with me as the person who referred you I get 25$ in track credit (which I'd gladly split with anyone haha).

Anyway, just wanted to throw it out there in case someone wanted to jump on an opportunity to hit the track. Probably next month I'll pick out a date(s) and let you guys know in case you want to jump on the bandwagon. Yay track!