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Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Farkles September 14th, 2017, 10:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,735
Posted By rwp
Glad the bike and cars or OK, but loss of tools...

Glad the bike and cars or OK, but loss of tools is a big blow; they are sort of sacred. Have friends in Houston who had 45 feet of water in their house/garage. Major emotional trauma.
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk November 3rd, 2015, 04:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,662
Posted By rwp
Wow! That's an impressive bike, Racer X. ...

Wow! That's an impressive bike, Racer X.

I was wondering if anyone as tried the mufflers that are marketed by Blue Collar Bobbers
...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk October 15th, 2015, 08:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 729
Posted By rwp
"Odds are your going to need to purchase a set of...

"Odds are your going to need to purchase a set of OEM bones/links(part # 39111, the one's current on there are lower bones/links. EBay or the for sale section here is a good place to pick up a used...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Farkles October 11th, 2015, 05:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,763
Posted By rwp
Fabulous piece of work! Your bike and Chicago...

Fabulous piece of work! Your bike and Chicago Bob's yellow one make me want to start stripping parts.
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles October 10th, 2015, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,516
Posted By rwp
I've been hoarding a 7 inch chrome headlight with...

I've been hoarding a 7 inch chrome headlight with H4 bulb from an old Suzuki 850 GS. It's just a big, basic chrome headlight. I got it from a guy parting out the bike several years ago for about 10...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair September 29th, 2015, 01:07 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,450
Posted By rwp
The GROM discussion brought back a bit of a...

The GROM discussion brought back a bit of a memory.

In 1976, I bought a new Yam RD400 in the olive green. Sitting beside it was a similar colored RD60. Had to get a package deal. I think the...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion September 25th, 2015, 07:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,334
Posted By rwp
5 I had an SV650 and a DR650 at a weekend...

5

I had an SV650 and a DR650 at a weekend place in north Georgia. A couple of years ago, I suffered a severed Achilles tendon and was off my feet for several months after surgery and then very...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion September 25th, 2015, 06:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,334
Posted By rwp
Not an expert on Ninjas, just bought my first...

Not an expert on Ninjas, just bought my first one, but I'm learning. A couple of observations (I'm at about 210-220):

1) I haven't pushed it, but my Ninja dives less under firm braking than my...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion September 21st, 2015, 06:23 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,334
Posted By rwp
I'm about 220 with a pre-gen 250. Power is fine...

I'm about 220 with a pre-gen 250. Power is fine for my NC moutain roads. I upgraded to new-gen rear shock which you already have. I've ordered heavier front springs, but yours may be able to be...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk September 16th, 2015, 02:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 903
Posted By rwp
I talked to the guys at Sonic Springs and they...

I talked to the guys at Sonic Springs and they recommended the .80, which were backordered. They had .75 s available, but strongly recommended that if I could wait the .80 s would be better.
...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk September 15th, 2015, 01:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 903
Posted By rwp
I should have checked new gen springs (.65...

I should have checked new gen springs (.65 kg/mm). I took the easier way out and ordered .80 kg/mm Sonic springs.

If the opportunity presented itself after I have a few miles on the bike, I have...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk September 15th, 2015, 01:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 903
Posted By rwp
Continuation of old guy/new pregen saga

I got a lot of good help from this board in acquiring my '07 Ninja 250 with 5800 miles. I've ridden it a bit but also spent some time fitting it to me. I'm 68, about 5"9", 210 lbs, with a 28 inch...
Forum: Group Rides and Local Events September 10th, 2015, 08:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,403
Posted By rwp
You're on the other side of Asheville from me. ...

You're on the other side of Asheville from me. Good riding, I think north of you. Hopefully by now you've gotten settled in. I have a thread from the last couple of weeks getting some guidance on...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Farkles September 9th, 2015, 03:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,104
Posted By rwp
How did you fill in the front faring indentations...

How did you fill in the front faring indentations in the tank?
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk September 3rd, 2015, 07:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,977
Posted By rwp
If you are just looking at 2 or 3 track days to...

If you are just looking at 2 or 3 track days to see if you like it, consider renting a basic van for a day or two. A 250 is easy to load and the van would serve all of the other functions as well. ...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 28th, 2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By rwp
Bought the above 2007 today. Actually 5800...

Bought the above 2007 today. Actually 5800 miles. A few minor cosmetic flaws (very tiny dimple in tank, one plastic pin on left side cover broken, little else). Black with usual red flames. Paid...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 24th, 2015, 01:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By rwp
Further thanks for the comments. I've generally...

Further thanks for the comments. I've generally settled on a pre-gen model for a couple of reasons:
1) Appearance
2) Adaptability to being lightened somewhat and still look decent.
3) Initial...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 21st, 2015, 05:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By rwp
Quick dumb question. I may be looking at a...

Quick dumb question. I may be looking at a couple of bikes tomorrow and would like to inspect the fairing bolts vs. tank issue. What kind of fastener are they? Hex, Torx, Allen, etc?

BTW, this...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 21st, 2015, 11:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By rwp
Wow! That's a world class comparison and some...

Wow! That's a world class comparison and some good caveats. Sounds like a pregen is my ideal. I prefer a less "road racer" crouch (short arms), and don't mind adjusting screw type valves.
...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 20th, 2015, 05:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By rwp
Good question. I enjoy riding mountain roads;...

Good question. I enjoy riding mountain roads; had a weekend place in Blairsville, GA before moving up here. Up here, I'm 10 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 15 minutes from a stretch of NC...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 20th, 2015, 04:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By rwp
Old rider looking at Ninjettes; buys 2007; great input from board

I'm not sure where to post this, but since I've been watching this board, I'll start here. Pardon the long explanation; it may put things in perspective, and maybe others have similar questions.
...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Farkles December 26th, 2010, 04:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,623
Posted By rwp
Refocusing your eyes to read the GPS takes longer...

Refocusing your eyes to read the GPS takes longer than it seems. I'd be concerned about an arm mount being distracting. I have a Garmin Nuvi 350 on a RAM handlebar mount on my DR650. I have it...
Forum: Off-Topic December 26th, 2010, 07:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,651
Posted By rwp
I just registered here because of my interest in...

I just registered here because of my interest in small bikes but this thread caught my attention. Some of the posts have been encouraging and literate, not a common characteristic on some boards. ...
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