Itoshii's Expense Log:
This might serve as future reference for newbies (like me) who'd like to know how much the actual expense of a bike can come up to be before purchasing it...
$2,000 Feb/6/09-2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ~ brought from an ad on Craiglist. Less than 2k miles, spotless, completely stock, Kawasaki extended warranty until 2011.
$105 AllState 1 year liability insurance (the NC state minimum), might add more features later.
$140 MSF course at a community college nearby. With certificate of completion the driving test at the DMV is waived.
$111 Registration, License plate, Title transfer and other minor stuff at the DMV.
$30 Motorcycle half-cover. It keeps my seat dry, and I don't have to wait for the exhaust to cool- just cover it and walk away.
$120 Bell Sprint Mako '09 Helmet - fits larger than other brands I tried in Small size. Decided to keep it for "practice"... once I'm put it on I forget it's there, unlike the Shoei which is a tighter fit. Won't wear this for longer rides simply because I feel a bit uneasy about the gap between the padding and my head.
$199 Shoei TZR Traveller Helmet - being size Small and a closeout I was able to get a good deal on this one. MSRP: $417. This one I did try at a local motorcycle shop before ordering it. Currently I'm keeping the cheek pads underneath a couple of heavy books so they don't press so much against my face when wearing the helmet.
$120 ICON Hella Boots, strong leather, have platform heels (helps me reach the ground better) reinforced ankle area and metal parts too.
$153 Joe Rocket Luna 2.0 Textile Jacket. 100% waterproof, has removable liner (used for colder climates) and removable CE armor as well.
$55 ICON Field Leg Armor. In lieu of chaps or specialized riding pants (have not found one that fits me right), it offers knee and leg protection.
$42 ICON Primer Tank Bag. Serves dual purpose, stays on your bike while riding and has convenient backpack straps.
$20 Cortech DX Ladies' Glove - good for warmer temps, fits beautifully snug.
$55 ICON Ladies Pursuit Glove - the non-perforated kind, a leather glove for cool (but not freezing) weather.
$192 at Tapeworks.com got me the tribal flames overlay vinyl, the rim tape, and the logo overlay vinyl, all in the reflective magenta color I special ordered. It's worth mentioning all of it arrived within the same week of ordering... service was super fast
$15 The 'magical' card from the DMV that says you're legal to drive. If go early in the morning like I did to take the written test then your photo might be priceless!!
$5 Purple cargo net, because I might need to carry extra things (like a grocery bag or two) which do not fit on my tank bag.
$143 Scorpion Savannah riding pants in black. Outer portion is ballistic nylon, inner portion is mesh... protection and ventilation plus it has some CE armor in it as well!!
$35 approx for materials to paint my exhaust black. Includes sanding block, high temp BBQ paint in semi-gloss black, 'gun handle' for spray cans, and the floor protector. I was able to remove the bolts at the bottom of the exhaust pipe, but I'm having trouble (not strong enough?) with the bolts by the passenger pegs.
I'm considering a Firstgear leather jacket which I saw on closeout for $70, and the smoke shield for the Shoei helmet which is about $35. Summer's coming and my textile jacket might be too hot... currently trying to decide between Scorpion and Firstgear mesh jackets... they run for about $150 ea.
YTD expense: $2,000 for the moto + $1,540 for everything else = $3,540 as of Mar/29/09 *UPDATE*
That number will continue growing as I add more mods... oh boy...
$2,000 Feb/6/09-2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ~ brought from an ad on Craiglist. Less than 2k miles, spotless, completely stock, Kawasaki extended warranty until 2011.
$105 AllState 1 year liability insurance (the NC state minimum), might add more features later.
$140 MSF course at a community college nearby. With certificate of completion the driving test at the DMV is waived.
$111 Registration, License plate, Title transfer and other minor stuff at the DMV.
$30 Motorcycle half-cover. It keeps my seat dry, and I don't have to wait for the exhaust to cool- just cover it and walk away.
$120 Bell Sprint Mako '09 Helmet - fits larger than other brands I tried in Small size. Decided to keep it for "practice"... once I'm put it on I forget it's there, unlike the Shoei which is a tighter fit. Won't wear this for longer rides simply because I feel a bit uneasy about the gap between the padding and my head.
$199 Shoei TZR Traveller Helmet - being size Small and a closeout I was able to get a good deal on this one. MSRP: $417. This one I did try at a local motorcycle shop before ordering it. Currently I'm keeping the cheek pads underneath a couple of heavy books so they don't press so much against my face when wearing the helmet.
$120 ICON Hella Boots, strong leather, have platform heels (helps me reach the ground better) reinforced ankle area and metal parts too.
$153 Joe Rocket Luna 2.0 Textile Jacket. 100% waterproof, has removable liner (used for colder climates) and removable CE armor as well.
$55 ICON Field Leg Armor. In lieu of chaps or specialized riding pants (have not found one that fits me right), it offers knee and leg protection.
$42 ICON Primer Tank Bag. Serves dual purpose, stays on your bike while riding and has convenient backpack straps.
$20 Cortech DX Ladies' Glove - good for warmer temps, fits beautifully snug.
$55 ICON Ladies Pursuit Glove - the non-perforated kind, a leather glove for cool (but not freezing) weather.
$192 at Tapeworks.com got me the tribal flames overlay vinyl, the rim tape, and the logo overlay vinyl, all in the reflective magenta color I special ordered. It's worth mentioning all of it arrived within the same week of ordering... service was super fast
$15 The 'magical' card from the DMV that says you're legal to drive. If go early in the morning like I did to take the written test then your photo might be priceless!!
$5 Purple cargo net, because I might need to carry extra things (like a grocery bag or two) which do not fit on my tank bag.
$143 Scorpion Savannah riding pants in black. Outer portion is ballistic nylon, inner portion is mesh... protection and ventilation plus it has some CE armor in it as well!!
$35 approx for materials to paint my exhaust black. Includes sanding block, high temp BBQ paint in semi-gloss black, 'gun handle' for spray cans, and the floor protector. I was able to remove the bolts at the bottom of the exhaust pipe, but I'm having trouble (not strong enough?) with the bolts by the passenger pegs.
I'm considering a Firstgear leather jacket which I saw on closeout for $70, and the smoke shield for the Shoei helmet which is about $35. Summer's coming and my textile jacket might be too hot... currently trying to decide between Scorpion and Firstgear mesh jackets... they run for about $150 ea.
YTD expense: $2,000 for the moto + $1,540 for everything else = $3,540 as of Mar/29/09 *UPDATE*
That number will continue growing as I add more mods... oh boy...
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