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Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair September 14th, 2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 11,503
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
At this point, to be totally honest, I'd have to...

At this point, to be totally honest, I'd have to say the 250 is better in the twisties. I don't know if it's the slightly shorter wheelbase, lower center of gravity, or just not being used to the...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair September 14th, 2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 11,503
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Talking Team Green all the way!

Test rode the 2012 650 and Versys back in June, ended up buying the 650 towards the end of July through the Costco deal. :thumbup:
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair May 7th, 2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,419
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
If you haven't already, check out American Sport...

If you haven't already, check out American Sport Bike online. They specialize in Buell stuff, aftermarket and OEM, and are right here in SoCal. The owner is a buddy of mine and a long time Buell...
Forum: Motorcycle-related September 10th, 2010, 03:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,210
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Just received the left mirror and rear seat. ...

Just received the left mirror and rear seat. Good price and fast shipping.

I'm planning to mount a hard trunk on the spare rear seat so I can take it on and off and still have the original rear...
Forum: Motorcycle-related March 11th, 2010, 07:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,135
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
SD local interested in parts

I really need a left mirror as long as the glass is intact, scrapes on the plastic don't matter. Send me a PM and we can talk about it and maybe some of the other parts.

Thanks,
Mike
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 6th, 2009, 12:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,477
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Several people were asking for more experiences...

Several people were asking for more experiences with the BT45s on our bike so I thought I'd add my 2cents. My 08 came with the BT45s stock. The rear lasted for just over 6000 miles before I hit the...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 23rd, 2009, 06:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,230
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Maybe a little, but not too bad. Having it...

Maybe a little, but not too bad. Having it behind the windscreen virtually eliminates wind noise. Here's a couple of YouTube links to videos I took.

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Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 23rd, 2009, 05:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,230
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
I have this RAM mounting system on mine. ...

I have this RAM mounting system on mine.
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showpost.php?p=57699&postcount=11
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 4th, 2009, 05:02 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 21,726
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
I had my bike in the shop for the front brakes...

I had my bike in the shop for the front brakes and was right at 7k miles so I had them do the 7.5k service (they said the mileage was close enough). The specs for the 2008-09 valves are:
intake:...
Forum: Videos May 27th, 2009, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,321
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
SoCal Group Ride on 5/16/09

Hi all,

Finally got my HD videos I took on our group ride down to a size that YouTube would accept:p KJohnson21, ManyCavies, Cali619 and myself got together for a SoCal group ride. I'll post up...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 20th, 2009, 03:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,802
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
One other thing to check is the thread pitch. My...

One other thing to check is the thread pitch. My spools came with 10mm bolts, but the thread pitch was 1.5 which does not match the mount on the swing arm. As a result they wouldn't go in. When I...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion May 19th, 2009, 10:28 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,864
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
The first group I rode with were buddies I used...

The first group I rode with were buddies I used to work with and they ride Buells. The guys I work with now ride Hondas and a Triumph. And this last Saturday I rode with KJohnson21, ManyCavies, and...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Farkles May 15th, 2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,965
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
I just found this new RAM mount called the...

I just found this new RAM mount called the Motorcycle Twist and Tilt (RAM-B-360U). I mounted it to my left handlebar. See the pics attached. With the shortest arm they have, I can mount my Flip...
Forum: Ride Reports May 5th, 2009, 07:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,316
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
I just realized I forgot to wish you a happy...

I just realized I forgot to wish you a happy birthday in my original reply, so Happy Birthday! :party:
Forum: Ride Reports May 5th, 2009, 07:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,316
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
I'm a weekend explorer like Cali619. I know this...

I'm a weekend explorer like Cali619. I know this Sunday is Mother's Day, but Saturday isn't :idunno: Although I just checked weather.com and they're predicting 97 degrees :eek: I could probably...
Forum: Ride Reports May 4th, 2009, 12:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,316
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Glad to hear you had such a great time...

Glad to hear you had such a great time celebrating your wife's birthday. You hit some of my favorite places to ride. Mesa Grande Rd. is not as well known, but definitely a lot of fun. And The...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 1st, 2009, 01:07 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 8,122
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Kkim has that exact combo, maybe he can shed some...

Kkim has that exact combo, maybe he can shed some light on the matter.
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk April 29th, 2009, 03:50 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 8,122
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
AreaP Quiet Core Carbon Fiber. Why? Because I...

AreaP Quiet Core Carbon Fiber. Why? Because I won it in the raffle. :D

I was actually going to buy one anyway, for the power increase. I think the 18" is a good compromise on the sound, louder...
Forum: !%@*#$%!)@#&!%@ I crashed! April 27th, 2009, 04:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,036
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Inclines can be intimidating to an inexperienced...

Inclines can be intimidating to an inexperienced rider (no idea if you fall in that category or not though). Glad to hear you're OK.

The first day I got my bike, on the ride home I had to ride up...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 23rd, 2009, 12:01 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,105
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Don't forget to bring chain lube. As much as...

Don't forget to bring chain lube. As much as you're going to be riding in such a short time you will need to use it at least once a day, if not more.
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 21st, 2009, 10:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,326
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
It's so much more fun to ride now. Now I can...

It's so much more fun to ride now. Now I can make right turns on red and not worry I'm going to stall out and get killed. And the power is smooth all through the RPM range. And I can open up the...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 21st, 2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,326
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Talking Thank you AreaP from the raffle winner!

Well, it took a while, but I finally got the exhaust I won in the raffle installed. I got is less than a week after the drawing, but it took me a while to find a whole day to set aside to try and...
Forum: Motorcycle Gear March 31st, 2009, 02:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,324
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Tourmaster Solution Waterproof Road Boot for me

I got these when I bought the bike. They're comfortable enough that I wear them at work sometimes. I mainly commute with the occasional fun ride on the weekend so these boots are a good compromise...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 20th, 2009, 04:50 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 14,589
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
Thanks for the info Kerry. I guess the title of...

Thanks for the info Kerry. I guess the title of the thread may sound a little alarmist, but the idiots in Sacramento never stop amazing me with their stupidity. I looked up the bill on the state...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 20th, 2009, 04:18 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 14,589
Posted By FroggyGreenInSD
California Considering EPA-Style Exhaust Regulation

Not sure if this is the right section for this, if not feel free to move it Alex.

I recently received an email from a Buell riding friend of mine informing me of this bill (SB 435) before the...
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