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Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair April 25th, 2020, 02:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,907
Posted By Bluberryrain
Hi Guys! I realize this post is really old that...

Hi Guys! I realize this post is really old that I’m bumping. But, I just wanted to check in here. It’s been a while since I have. I have now retired the Ducati Supersport S, for a 2018 BMW S1000RR...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair July 16th, 2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,305
Posted By Bluberryrain
Yeah, he was young and dumb. Probably not even...

Yeah, he was young and dumb. Probably not even old enough to drink. So when someone older than him comes in with a "lesser" bike than his, the ego kicks in. He had a cbr 600rr, and the tank had a...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair July 16th, 2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,305
Posted By Bluberryrain
Oh yeah, I sarcastically went "heh. Yeah." Turned...

Oh yeah, I sarcastically went "heh. Yeah." Turned around and left.

I waited another year to upgrade, and went to the ducati dealer instead who was amazing. People often judge me because I'm in...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair July 13th, 2018, 07:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,305
Posted By Bluberryrain
How is it? I really wanted to buy the newest gen...

How is it? I really wanted to buy the newest gen VFR, but the Honda dealership didn't have any to test ride and wanted me to our a deposit down to order one. I'm not gonna buy a bike without riding...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair July 13th, 2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,907
Posted By Bluberryrain
Man, it's sure fun. Still in the break-in period,...

Man, it's sure fun. Still in the break-in period, so haven't exceeded 6k RPMs sustained yet, except for a few times. It's been great to commute on, but looking forward to hitting some twisty roads...
Forum: The Ex-Ninjetters Lair July 13th, 2018, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,907
Posted By Bluberryrain
Retired the Ninja for a Ducati SuperSport

Hi Guys!

I haven't logged in here for a while, but I thought of the Forums today and wanted to stop in.

After a few good years with the ninjette, I've retired it for a Ducati SuperSport. The...
Forum: Riding Skills January 4th, 2018, 01:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,931
Posted By Bluberryrain
Oh yeah! I just went and checked that thread out....

Oh yeah! I just went and checked that thread out. That's exactly what I need with my gloves!
Forum: Ride Reports January 4th, 2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,933
Posted By Bluberryrain
Thanks Michael!

Thanks Michael!
Forum: Riding Skills December 29th, 2017, 06:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,931
Posted By Bluberryrain
If I can stay warm, I don't mind riding. It's...

If I can stay warm, I don't mind riding. It's just when it drops below freezing it gets iffy.

I just love riding my bike. Traffic is easier, gas is better, and it's more fun. :D

Although, I...
Forum: Ride Reports December 29th, 2017, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,933
Posted By Bluberryrain
Yeah it's just been COLD here lol. Past three...

Yeah it's just been COLD here lol. Past three days it was almost 60 though!

When the sun goes down it goes back into the low 30s, all the way down to low teens. Usually can't ride from mid...
Forum: Riding Skills December 29th, 2017, 05:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,931
Posted By Bluberryrain
Any other winter warriors?

Hey All,

For those of you that live in cold winter states, how often do you ride your bike?

It gets pretty cold here in the winter, and I tend to ride if it is above 40 degrees.

Any tips to...
Forum: Ride Reports December 29th, 2017, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,933
Posted By Bluberryrain
Exceptionally warm day in Utah

Hey Guys- I took a ride today here in Utah. Can't believe that I'm riding my bike here in late December!

Took a few pictures, here are a few of my favorites:

https://imgur.com/a/2ALei
...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk December 4th, 2017, 01:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,198
Posted By Bluberryrain
This happened to me a while back: ...

This happened to me a while back:

https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=300192

It ended up being a loose electrical connection (plug) under the gas tank, on the right side of the...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 31st, 2017, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,424
Posted By Bluberryrain
Haha! Fair enough, if I'm ever in your neck of...

Haha! Fair enough, if I'm ever in your neck of the woods, I'll buy you a drink.

Thanks again! :bow:
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 31st, 2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,424
Posted By Bluberryrain
Alright, my dude. You got it, followed the red...

Alright, my dude. You got it, followed the red and white wire just like you said up to the second relay, and whatayaknowit, the son of a b**** was unplugged. Just BARELY tho. Not even enough to...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 31st, 2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,424
Posted By Bluberryrain
Alright Matt, you're onto something here. ...

Alright Matt, you're onto something here.

Jumping the two terminals on the underside of the relay starts the bike!
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 31st, 2017, 12:21 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,257
Posted By Bluberryrain
Too late now, but here's this: ...

Too late now, but here's this:
...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 30th, 2017, 11:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,424
Posted By Bluberryrain
Unfortunately, I do not have a voltmeter. ...

Unfortunately, I do not have a voltmeter. However, I will be picking one up tomorrow. I'm not sure why I didn't think of that! Hopefully I'll be able to pinpoint the issue somewhere down stream. ...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 30th, 2017, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,424
Posted By Bluberryrain
No electrical power - ignition, lights, etc

Hey ya'll,

So, I get the idea on Friday that I'm going to rip out my carbs to:

-Clean them
-Shim the needles
-Bench Sync
-Remove the fuel/air caps

So, I get everything torn apart, and get...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 12th, 2017, 06:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,292
Posted By Bluberryrain
Also, I VERY HIGHLY suggest that you read and...

Also, I VERY HIGHLY suggest that you read and understand the process completely before you start.

No offense but I can tell by the questions you're asking that you don't understand how the...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 12th, 2017, 06:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,292
Posted By Bluberryrain
You won't know the size of shims needed until you...

You won't know the size of shims needed until you use the feeler gauge to assess the current valve lash.

You need to know:

What is it supposed to be?
What is it currently?
What size shims...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 8th, 2017, 01:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,036
Posted By Bluberryrain
You are correct. Because there was so much play,...

You are correct. Because there was so much play, that's what caused the springs to fall off. You're also correct that clevis/bolt is worn. (The springs were also clearly on their last legs)

I...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 8th, 2017, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,036
Posted By Bluberryrain
Yes, it is definitely nice and tight. This one...

Yes, it is definitely nice and tight. This one isn't going anywhere.

The old ones always felt a little bit sloppy to me. It had too much play towards the bike and away from the bike. With this...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 7th, 2017, 11:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,036
Posted By Bluberryrain
Thanks! Also, thank you for fixing my...

Thanks!

Also, thank you for fixing my pictures. :bounce:
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 7th, 2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,292
Posted By Bluberryrain
I just did this on an 09 not too long ago. ...

I just did this on an 09 not too long ago.

Feel free to PM me with questions/issues.

It's really not THAT bad. I guarantee with that many miles you're going to have to adjust.

Just go...
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