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Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 26th, 2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,286
Posted By Ducati999
Bob KellyIII, I ran the 16 tooth front...

Bob KellyIII,
I ran the 16 tooth front sprocket on my wifes 2012 NINJA 250. The sprocket is a little too big for the sprocket cover and the chain can rub-especially on over run when you roll off...
Forum: Riding Skills June 28th, 2021, 11:48 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 13,193
Posted By Ducati999
I have not read the rest of this 3rd page in this...

I have not read the rest of this 3rd page in this thread just to the post I have quoted above and I really dont intend to get involved with the "spirited exchange of opinions" that this discussion...
Forum: Riding Skills June 1st, 2021, 05:11 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 106,949
Posted By Ducati999
Had to cancel both days at Palmer due to...

Had to cancel both days at Palmer due to sickness. I may have been fine riding for at least one day but after unloading 10 bundles of roofing shingles from the truck so I could load the bike, I was...
Forum: Riding Skills May 28th, 2021, 07:37 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 106,949
Posted By Ducati999
Final update before the Palmer Memorial day trip.

I have just returned from 3 days in the Hospital. Since I am apparently insane, I still intend to ride both days if my strength holds up. Unfortunately, the weather is forecasted to be cold and rain...
Forum: Riding Skills May 18th, 2021, 06:08 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 106,949
Posted By Ducati999
Misti, I have just been rereading many of the...

Misti,
I have just been rereading many of the posts from all the helpful people and I believe you found my issue in your reply quoted in this post. Your story of riding Daytona and learning a new...
Forum: Riding Skills May 17th, 2021, 07:57 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 106,949
Posted By Ducati999
Time for an update on my pathetic life. I will...

Time for an update on my pathetic life.
I will be returning to the Palmer Mass track in approx 2 weeks for Memorial day weekend. I have booked Sunday and Monday. My update here is just to establish...
Forum: Ninjettes At Speed May 17th, 2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 521
Views: 58,916
Posted By Ducati999
Been wanting to return to Thompson. I may just...

Been wanting to return to Thompson. I may just join you on the 23rd of August. All will depend on me returning to work and whether or not the Wife and I return to the Philippines around that time....
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion May 17th, 2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 862
Posted By Ducati999
Also check to make sure you dont have any teeth...

Also check to make sure you dont have any teeth missing from the front or rear sprockets
Forum: Riding Skills May 5th, 2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 106,949
Posted By Ducati999
Time for a report from Road Atlanta. I...

Time for a report from Road Atlanta.

I signed up for the intremediate group as RA just runs 3 groups and I dont feel ready to play with the biggest dogs in the park just yet. I have to side step...
Forum: Riding Skills April 16th, 2021, 06:15 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 106,949
Posted By Ducati999
Sorry for the delay in answering your post, I had...

Sorry for the delay in answering your post, I had to really think to work out what the difference really came from. I guess if im honest, its me being lazy. Since we are not racing, I can safely...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 16th, 2021, 05:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,225
Posted By Ducati999
I have purchased different style easy out bolt...

I have purchased different style easy out bolt remover to try if I can get the broken part out. The bike owner took his bike home that day-I have 5 bikes here already--and I have not seen the bike...
Forum: Off-Topic April 7th, 2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,562
Posted By Ducati999
Wifes 50th birthday today, she also approved me...

Wifes 50th birthday today, she also approved me to fly from Mass to Georgia to do 2 days at Road Atlanta! Love that girl!
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 2nd, 2021, 08:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,225
Posted By Ducati999
Many great suggestions from a bike mechanic that...

Many great suggestions from a bike mechanic that seems to have some real experience with these issues. Unfortunately I also tried all of these without success.

I did many taps-bangs with a hammer...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 2nd, 2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,225
Posted By Ducati999
The bolt is in the little triangle shaped opening...

The bolt is in the little triangle shaped opening in the frame directly under the bike but it is very close to the frame on the shifter side of bike. I could only get the tips of the vice grips onto...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 2nd, 2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,225
Posted By Ducati999
The bike owner had purchased a replacement OEM...

The bike owner had purchased a replacement OEM bolt so we are 100% sure its standard thread with righty tighty and lefty loosey. Thanks for the idea to check
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 30th, 2021, 06:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,225
Posted By Ducati999
Oh my God!

Hello all,
I just helped a friend try to remove a stuck oil drain bolt from his Yamaha YZ426F. We spent 4 hours trying to get this bolt to budge but were unsuccessful. I have never owned a new bike...
Forum: Riding Skills March 30th, 2021, 05:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,555
Posted By Ducati999
@Misty, Great question as always. I do lots of...

@Misty,
Great question as always. I do lots of rerunning past track trips in my head and I play some video games. Both methods are not perfect but they keep the fundamentals fresh in your mind....
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 24th, 2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By Ducati999
snot, thank you for your concern. I attempted to...

snot, thank you for your concern. I attempted to have her take her first ride this last Sunday March 21st but she decided to wait a little longer. I have not told her yet and she has not noticed. I...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 16th, 2021, 03:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By Ducati999
SibSerge, Thank you for the offer but I have...

SibSerge,
Thank you for the offer but I have not moved on to replacement just yet. Temps appear to be forecasted for a possible first ride for her on the new shiney this Sunday. I will let her ride...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 10th, 2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By Ducati999
Contrary to my original post, my wife is...

Contrary to my original post, my wife is reasonable and will understand. The only reason I have not told her yet is I want her to enjoy the unspoiled bike in her head until she can at least take her...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair March 9th, 2021, 06:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,092
Posted By Ducati999
Had my first ride on the 310 today(except for...

Had my first ride on the 310 today(except for ride up driveway when I got it home) and im impressed. After years with the wifes 250R the power is available so much lower down the RPM range. Not a big...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 9th, 2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By Ducati999
Bike will see track time with her and possibly...

Bike will see track time with her and possibly me. Most race bikes get "freshened up" after a crash but most racers dont damage the bike unloading it from the crate!
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 9th, 2021, 06:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By Ducati999
Stupid mistake on my part. Advice to all of you:...

Stupid mistake on my part. Advice to all of you: if your pickup has those little cubbies in the bed, dont trust the straps you store in there! Mine did not look bad when I tied the bike down but...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair March 4th, 2021, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,092
Posted By Ducati999
BMW G310R

My wife sold her 2012 Ninja to a family friend a few months ago and we just replaced it with a 2019 BMW 310R. Bike only has 800 miles on the dash and still has 2 years warranty! We negotiated it down...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 4th, 2021, 09:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By Ducati999
Dumb@ss

I knew you would come in here with that title. Well rather than insult, I would like to tell my tale and ask advice.

My lovely wife sold her 2012 Ninja 250 a few months ago and she has been...
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