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Forum: Off-Topic August 23rd, 2014, 06:04 PM
Replies: 1,119
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Posted By speedgsx98
Nissan Leaf, 2010 SUbaru WRX running on e85 with...

Nissan Leaf, 2010 SUbaru WRX running on e85 with 430hp to the wheels, and (2) Honda PCX 150 scooters.
Forum: 2013 - 2017 Ninja 300 General Discussion October 1st, 2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 29,510
Posted By speedgsx98
Cool, and doesn't the Costco price inclue a $250...

Cool, and doesn't the Costco price inclue a $250 gift card or something?

I used to sell bikes at a big dealership and invoice was 15% off retail across the board. We'd do 10% off retail and try...
Forum: 2013 - 2017 Ninja 300 General Discussion October 1st, 2012, 01:32 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 29,510
Posted By speedgsx98
THX for the thorough review Alex. I live in San...

THX for the thorough review Alex. I live in San Diego. So, curious what you purchased the bike for OTD? I have a 7.75% tax rate in my county.

I would like to think I could get one OTD for about...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 19th, 2011, 06:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,014
Posted By speedgsx98
I have (2) 250 ninjas. In 3 tanks on the one, I...

I have (2) 250 ninjas. In 3 tanks on the one, I got 62,64,63mpg with a 15t. On the other bike, with the 14t and correcting for the speedo dif between the two bikes, I got 64mpg.

I use the bikes...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 14th, 2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,840
Posted By speedgsx98
I still think you need to pull the carbs off and...

I still think you need to pull the carbs off and get to those jets to see what's up as I mentioned earlier. Best of luck and keep us updated!
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 14th, 2011, 12:06 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,118
Posted By speedgsx98
He was told he couldn't even drive it to school...

He was told he couldn't even drive it to school and park it off campus. That is over-reaching even if it is legal. All I'm saying is I've got media contacts and can possibly put pressure on the...
Forum: Off-Topic June 14th, 2011, 09:05 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,341
Posted By speedgsx98
I actually think it's a youth thing. The older...

I actually think it's a youth thing. The older you get, the more you realize that famous people are just humans that got a lucky break. There's a lot of talented people out there and only so much...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 14th, 2011, 08:39 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,118
Posted By speedgsx98
Dude, just get the bike. It's legal, and alert...

Dude, just get the bike. It's legal, and alert the local news that your principal has said that she won't let you ride it to school even if parking off property. It will be a good story. My wife...
Forum: Off-Topic June 14th, 2011, 08:18 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,341
Posted By speedgsx98
Good advice! Reading your posts OP, you sound...

Good advice! Reading your posts OP, you sound like an obsessed teenage girl. I dug Blink back in the day, but now when I hear their music, it seems so irrelevant. The simplistic, gaga, bubble-gum...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 13th, 2011, 05:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,840
Posted By speedgsx98
If the gas smelled that bad, it prob sat for more...

If the gas smelled that bad, it prob sat for more than a year. I just bought a non-running 2005 ninja 250 a couple months ago. Same deal. You'll need to pull the carbs which is a bit of a pain as...
Forum: Group Rides and Local Events June 13th, 2011, 05:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,892
Posted By speedgsx98
Haha Keven...you are my new best friend. I live...

Haha Keven...you are my new best friend. I live in Pt Loma myself on Shelter Island. Not too far from Mission Bay as you know.
Forum: Off-Topic June 13th, 2011, 04:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,341
Posted By speedgsx98
I was friends with a girl who used to date one of...

I was friends with a girl who used to date one of the guys in Blink. I waited tables at Island's restaurant and I remember dropping off some Cheddar fries at Tom Delonge's table to him and a couple...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 13th, 2011, 04:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,780
Posted By speedgsx98
I worked in many aspects of the motorcycle...

I worked in many aspects of the motorcycle industry. When I worked for an aftermarket supllier that advertised in many of the moto-mags...buying a multi month ad package of decent size occasionally...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 13th, 2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,113
Posted By speedgsx98
I've currently only got (2) 250 ninjas in my...

I've currently only got (2) 250 ninjas in my fleet...but these were the good old days a year ago when I had a 2008 Zx-10R, 2002 GSXR 1000, and my 2002 ninja 250. Now I've got a couple different...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 13th, 2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,433
Posted By speedgsx98
Hmmm, I managed the shop that Roadracing World...

Hmmm, I managed the shop that Roadracing World brought their GSXR1000 to for a dyno test for their magazine back in 2001. Am I famous? haha.

Good article Annette, and great female perspective....
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 16th, 2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,747
Posted By speedgsx98
There are usually plenty of complete motors...

There are usually plenty of complete motors around on Ebay for $500 or so...maybe less. Haven't checked in a while. Or look for a non-running bike locally that hasn't been parked too long, but long...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 16th, 2011, 11:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,991
Posted By speedgsx98
I have a mesh and a non-mesh textile jacket. ...

I have a mesh and a non-mesh textile jacket. Mesh jacket cuts through the air so much better. I swear I prob get an extra 2-3mpg with the mesh jacket. I can really feel the extra wind pressure...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 16th, 2011, 10:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,811
Posted By speedgsx98
Is it really hunting? Or did you let it idle yet...

Is it really hunting? Or did you let it idle yet to full warm? Once warmed up completely with the choke off, it should hold a steady idle. But it will "hunt" or creep up necessitating that you...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 1st, 2011, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,217
Posted By speedgsx98
Cheap Ninja 250 battery and windscreen

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004RR4DVE

Just got one of these. Sealed maint-free battery. Works perfectly. $27.xx shipped!

Also, Chaparral has Lockhart Philips OEM style windscreens for...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion May 1st, 2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 615
Posted By speedgsx98
Yeah, the thing is even if you can stomach the...

Yeah, the thing is even if you can stomach the visible damage, it detracts from the value of the bike. But like the above poster mentioned, it sort of comes with the territory with a beginner bike. ...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk April 30th, 2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,811
Posted By speedgsx98
Brings back memories of my 1990 Ninja 250. I...

Brings back memories of my 1990 Ninja 250. I bought mine back then for $1350 and sold it for $1,950 2 months later =)

How much do you have into the bike? Cause with a new ignition, possible...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 30th, 2011, 08:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,562
Posted By speedgsx98
For $3400, the thing should be pristine, not have...

For $3400, the thing should be pristine, not have scratches like it does. If you actually put down $3,400 on the title, you'll be paying $350 or so for tax and license. You can get a brand new 2011...
Forum: New Members April 30th, 2011, 07:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,709
Posted By speedgsx98
'08 $2800 CL...$3100 Dealer '09 $3100...

'08 $2800 CL...$3100 Dealer
'09 $3100 CL...$3400 Dealer
'10 $3350 CL...$3600 Dealer

As far as overpants, I'm 150lbs too, 5'10" and 31" waist. I use the Tourmaster Caliber pants in the 30-32"...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 30th, 2011, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 866
Posted By speedgsx98
GREAT REPLY! I 2nd this idea. You may also find...

GREAT REPLY! I 2nd this idea. You may also find out that a nicely kept pre-gen is just the thing you're looking for and save yourself a bundle. I just bought 2 pre-gens in the last month. A2007...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk April 28th, 2011, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,986
Posted By speedgsx98
The factory helmet lock location sux. It's hard...

The factory helmet lock location sux. It's hard to get your helmet on and is a chore every time. Also, unless you let your bike cool for 5 mins before fastening your helmet, it's going to melt the...
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