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Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 13th, 2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 318
Views: 56,737
Posted By Bill E Bob
My '09 developed a bad head shake when I was in...

My '09 developed a bad head shake when I was in Winnipeg last year, at about 20,000 kms. Got a new front tire and it reduced it slightly. Listening to this conversation, I now think that a new back...
Forum: Cargo Space June 10th, 2012, 07:09 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,683
Posted By Bill E Bob
alumErack

Hi Sky20: Wow that's a scary story. I'm glad it turned out ok. Is the broken Givi usable or fixable?
I really like my rack. Even when I don't have anything tied to it, it makes the bike look...
Forum: Cargo Space May 15th, 2012, 05:26 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,683
Posted By Bill E Bob
Exp/Carolina: That setup looks like it belongs. ...

Exp/Carolina: That setup looks like it belongs. I'm still, experimenting to find a box that fits the bike. The soft cooler is the most functional so far, but when it's empty, the bungees scrunch...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles May 14th, 2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,838
Posted By Bill E Bob
The carrying capacity for my ninja may have been...

The carrying capacity for my ninja may have been surpassed the other day. I loaded a one cubic foot cooler with about 20 pounds of goodies, plus my friend of 145 pounds, (shhh), plus my 195 pounds...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles May 14th, 2012, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,838
Posted By Bill E Bob
Sorry about the lack of pix. I was using...

Sorry about the lack of pix. I was using Firefox, but now IE is running, so here goes. Four pix of the rack. Plenty heavy enough to deliver a stack of pizzas.
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles May 14th, 2012, 08:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,838
Posted By Bill E Bob
Sorry about the lack of pix. I was using...

Sorry about the lack of pix. I was using Firefox, but now IE is running, so here goes. Four pix of the rack. Plenty heavy enough to deliver a stack of pizzas.
Forum: Cargo Space May 13th, 2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,683
Posted By Bill E Bob
I've added this rack to my 2011 ninja. I'm still...

I've added this rack to my 2011 ninja. I'm still learning how to put up pix so here goes for the third time. I was using Firefox browser, now using IE 8.
I used the paper clip and chose to upload 4...
Forum: Cargo Space May 12th, 2012, 02:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,683
Posted By Bill E Bob
I don't see how to add pictures in a reply. I...

I don't see how to add pictures in a reply. I added this rack to my bike last week. It is a great little extension. Now I'll be able to tie my tent and underpad to something when I go camping. I...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles May 12th, 2012, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,838
Posted By Bill E Bob
Rear rack for cooler or Givi

I recently added a top rack. It is very sturdy, all steel and well connected. I carried a loaded cooler on its first run for 50 kms and it worked great. Lots of spots for bungie cord hooks, and...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk April 7th, 2012, 10:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,049
Posted By Bill E Bob
Muffler Replacement Interval

Is the catalytic converter inside the muffler? What is the replacement interval for the converter? Can I swap my new black muffler for an older chrome muffler from the same ninja (my 2011 for a...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk April 3rd, 2012, 06:29 PM
Replies: 318
Views: 56,737
Posted By Bill E Bob
What is the head bearing preload adjustment?

I'd like to find the adjustment for the head bearing. Can someone direct me to the preload numbers. Maybe different preload will change the characteristic. Also I'm wondering if the rear shock...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles April 1st, 2012, 06:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,871
Posted By Bill E Bob
Well, that is good news. I use my bike for...

Well, that is good news. I use my bike for touring so I don't want to lower it. However, these risers have a hole that will line up with the top of the shock. Do I need to fill that hole up, to...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles April 1st, 2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,871
Posted By Bill E Bob
I'm hoping to raise the handlebars on my 2011...

I'm hoping to raise the handlebars on my 2011 250, but I bought the Roaring Toys Lowering blocks/Handlebar risers. There are no instructions of course. So, can I just raise the bars, or do I have to...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk March 31st, 2012, 10:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,189
Posted By Bill E Bob
I just bought a new 2011, left over stock. The...

I just bought a new 2011, left over stock. The tach worked for the first 14 kilometers when the dealer was test driving it. But as I was preparing to leave the lot, it worked for a few minutes...
Forum: Motorcycle Gear March 7th, 2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 630
Views: 290,652
Posted By Bill E Bob
None? Oh, you should wear pants!! I decided,...

None? Oh, you should wear pants!! I decided, after much deliberation, to get the Decker leather pants, with armour. $251.
...
Forum: Videos March 6th, 2012, 12:56 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 19,734
Posted By Bill E Bob
I saw a video after that comment, and the guy was...

I saw a video after that comment, and the guy was leaving a spark trail from his knee pad, So I guess that's what it's for alright.
Forum: Videos March 5th, 2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 19,734
Posted By Bill E Bob
knee pad, maybe

Could his knee pad have touched and caused the rear wheel to lighten its contact. I don`t race so I don`t know if a racer is allowed to or supposed to touch that pad. Is it a `bad` thing to let the...
Forum: Motorcycle Gear March 2nd, 2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 630
Views: 290,652
Posted By Bill E Bob
So what would you recommend for touring pants,...

So what would you recommend for touring pants, say in cooler weather. I mostly tour, or at least ride like I'm touring, whenever I ride. I'm in Canada, have crossed it twice in the past 4 years,...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk March 1st, 2012, 08:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,005
Posted By Bill E Bob
I bought an '08 and put 16,000 kms on it in one...

I bought an '08 and put 16,000 kms on it in one year. I traded it in for an '09 and it has 38000 kms on it. Kilometers are pretty small units compared to miles, but in Ontario Canada, that...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk February 29th, 2012, 11:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,111
Posted By Bill E Bob
Step one: Go under the front fairing. Should I...

Step one: Go under the front fairing. Should I be working from the ground up? How do I go under the fairing?
Just an aside...This is a moot point because I will never have to replace another...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk February 29th, 2012, 10:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,111
Posted By Bill E Bob
adaptor plug?

What adaptor plug? what does it adapt?
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk February 29th, 2012, 10:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,111
Posted By Bill E Bob
Procedure for replacing headlight?

First of all let me say this is NOT a step by step. This is a cry for Help!
I have replaced the headlight 3 times. None of those were fun. The first time that I had to remove the fairings I...
Forum: New Members February 29th, 2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,300
Posted By Bill E Bob
Alright! I actually prefer the look of the...

Alright! I actually prefer the look of the chrome muffler. They changed it to a black matt colour between '09 and '11. Well, enjoy your ride. It will be quite economical to ride... good mileage...
Forum: New Members February 29th, 2012, 09:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,300
Posted By Bill E Bob
Smile '09 with 38000 kms

Hi Alexander: I just traded my '09 with 38000 kms on it. I think your new bike will work great if it has received regular care. My '09 engine feels more powerful than ever and everything is...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion February 27th, 2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,317
Posted By Bill E Bob
I did this trip, Ontario to BC on an '08 ninja...

I did this trip, Ontario to BC on an '08 ninja 250, with camping gear. A great little bike, the only complaint is that big trucks can blow you around a little. I got 330 kms to the fill-up. I...
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