Ninja left out in the rain, bad?

joecool · October 7th, 2014, 06:19 AM

Hey guys.

I'm interested in a 2013 ninja 300 SE, the owner has left the bike in the rain with no tarp everyday in the summer to fall months. In the winter he stores it in his garage at least!

My question is, do you think any damage was caused by doing this? It's only a 2013 so the bike must of been improperly stored for only 2 years, will the electrical connections rust or digital display malfunction?

Thanks for any inputs!!

BlownWideOpen · October 7th, 2014, 06:22 AM

Montreal? Write off.

joecool · October 7th, 2014, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BlownWideOpen

Montreal? Write off.

lol! the bike is a 2013, I would say that its been left outside during the summer days while it rains or shines for 2 years, you think its to late? the damage is done?

Thanks!

Roark · October 7th, 2014, 09:16 AM

Without seeing the bike, there's no sure fire answer..

Go check the thing out! If connections look clean, metal is strong, and electrics work properly, there should be no reason to write it off.

Granted, the paint and seats may be prematurely faded. Worst case, low ball him!

csmith12 · October 7th, 2014, 09:18 AM

Most likely there will be little to no damage. Fresh fluids (including gas), check the tires and chain. Should be good to go, but might need a few miles to fully wake up from it's hibernation.

BlownWideOpen · October 7th, 2014, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by joecool

lol! the bike is a 2013, I would say that its been left outside during the summer days while it rains or shines for 2 years, you think its to late? the damage is done?

Thanks!

I wouldn't touch it with a 10 ft pole. Just ask yourself how bad it's rained in the last 2 years (if you live in Montreal). Taking the risk is entirely up to you, obviously.

jkv45 · October 7th, 2014, 09:44 AM

Is it running? Running well?

Look at the chain, brake rotors, and the fork tubes (between the upper and lower clamps mostly) for rust. Look inside the tank for rust.

I wouldn't personally write it off as junk just because it sat outside uncovered for some time, but it would have to be running for me to give any amount for it.

I would definitely offer significantly less for it than one that had been better cared for, but I would buy it at the right price.

dcj13 · October 7th, 2014, 10:27 AM

How's it run?

allanoue · October 7th, 2014, 10:35 AM

Does it run? How many miles? Rain will not hurt it, the sun does more damage.

JohnnyBravo · October 7th, 2014, 10:41 AM

Ill take it

KawiKid860 · October 7th, 2014, 11:02 AM

All of my bikes sit outside and everything I've owned is over a decade old and I've had exactly 0 electrical problems. The previous owners of my old CBR put it through a lot worse than just sitting outside lol. I wouldn't worry about it, especially on a bike that's only a couple years old, use it as a bargaining chip to knock the price down though. If anything a tarp probably would've rubbed off some of the paint.

salcuta88 · October 7th, 2014, 11:29 AM

Why not just take it to a mechanic for an inspection. If it's good and it's a good deal, why not?

broken neck · October 7th, 2014, 12:10 PM

Come on,

That thing is made of plastic and steel... Since we can't ride motorcycle during winter months, that bike won't have seen salt or calcium in its life...

If it's clean, looks good, properly maintained and the price is right, buy it... There's not enough little Ninja in Montreal...

joecool · October 7th, 2014, 06:02 PM

Hey guys, thxs for the replys, the bike seems to run fine, no rust that i can see, it is lowered so i have to raise it.

Its has 3000miles and hes asking 3800$ cdn, thats prob $4200 us
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allanoue · October 7th, 2014, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by joecool

Hey guys, thxs for the replys, the bike seems to run fine, no rust that i can see, it is lowered so i have to raise it.

Its has 3000miles and hes asking 3800$ cdn, thats prob $4200 us
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More like $3200 US

joecool · October 7th, 2014, 06:59 PM

Sorry, yeah 3200$ us
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salcuta88 · October 7th, 2014, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by joecool

Sorry, yeah 3200$ us
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Not a bad deal.

Kayakzack · October 7th, 2014, 07:21 PM

You can find a better deal. There are a ton of them listed in toronto that would be a better deal. I say keep searching.

Kayakzack · October 7th, 2014, 07:28 PM

Didn't realize you posted its a 300. Not a bad price. But the fact it's been left outside would still have me worried.

JohnnyBravo · October 7th, 2014, 07:33 PM

jkv45 · October 7th, 2014, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joecool

Hey guys, thxs for the replys, the bike seems to run fine, no rust that i can see, it is lowered so i have to raise it.

Its has 3000miles and hes asking 3800$ cdn, thats prob $4200 us

What's a current book value? I'd find a "low retail" or "trade in" price and get close to that for this one.

Also look around and see what other similar ones (in better condition) are going for in your area, and deduct at least $500.

joecool · October 7th, 2014, 07:41 PM

I have to consider also that a new 2014 ninja 300 se is $4500 + tax here, prob $4150 US, but i dont like the graphics of the 2014 se
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Klondike1020 · October 7th, 2014, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by joecool

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My question is, do you think any damage was caused by doing this?
Thanks for any inputs!!

The bike will suffer extreme emotional damage, experiencing resentment, isolation, loneliness.

The bike will neither care for him or respect him.

Making the bike primed and ready to run to your caring embrace.

- Mechanically, rain dont bother nothing . Neglect maybe would be an issue. salt certainly. But rain aint nothing but water from the sky.

Hardly anything to worry about . You can see if its a rusty hunk of junk.
And believe me these bikes dont melt in the rain..... even though some of their riders do

October 7th, 2014, 06:19 AM	#1
joecool ninjette.org member Name: Joe Location: Montreal Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 52	Ninja left out in the rain, bad? Hey guys. I'm interested in a 2013 ninja 300 SE, the owner has left the bike in the rain with no tarp everyday in the summer to fall months. In the winter he stores it in his garage at least! My question is, do you think any damage was caused by doing this? It's only a 2013 so the bike must of been improperly stored for only 2 years, will the electrical connections rust or digital display malfunction? Thanks for any inputs!!

October 7th, 2014, 06:22 AM	#2
BlownWideOpen ninjette.org guru Name: Artie Location: Canada Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): Stuff Posts: 284	Montreal? Write off. __________________________________________________ Paint side up, rubber side down!

October 7th, 2014, 09:16 AM	#4
Roark ninjette.org sage Name: James Location: Lakeland Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninjette Posts: 809	Without seeing the bike, there's no sure fire answer.. Go check the thing out! If connections look clean, metal is strong, and electrics work properly, there should be no reason to write it off. Granted, the paint and seats may be prematurely faded. Worst case, low ball him! __________________________________________________ "That's what" -she
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October 7th, 2014, 09:18 AM	#5
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Most likely there will be little to no damage. Fresh fluids (including gas), check the tires and chain. Should be good to go, but might need a few miles to fully wake up from it's hibernation. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School Last futzed with by csmith12; October 7th, 2014 at 10:32 AM.

October 7th, 2014, 10:35 AM	#9
allanoue ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Al Location: York, Pa Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300..............2008 Ninja 500-sold...2009 Ninja 250-Crashed Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '14	Does it run? How many miles? Rain will not hurt it, the sun does more damage. __________________________________________________ Keep calm and ride on -Motofool Never quit on a rainy day -ally99

October 7th, 2014, 09:44 AM	#7
jkv45 Rev Limiter Name: Jay Location: WI Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16	Is it running? Running well? Look at the chain, brake rotors, and the fork tubes (between the upper and lower clamps mostly) for rust. Look inside the tank for rust. I wouldn't personally write it off as junk just because it sat outside uncovered for some time, but it would have to be running for me to give any amount for it. I would definitely offer significantly less for it than one that had been better cared for, but I would buy it at the right price.

October 7th, 2014, 10:27 AM	#8
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	How's it run?

October 7th, 2014, 10:41 AM	#10
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	Ill take it

October 7th, 2014, 11:02 AM	#11
KawiKid860 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Murphey Location: Eastern Washington Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Honda 919, 2004 Ninja 500R NAKED Posts: A lot.	All of my bikes sit outside and everything I've owned is over a decade old and I've had exactly 0 electrical problems. The previous owners of my old CBR put it through a lot worse than just sitting outside lol. I wouldn't worry about it, especially on a bike that's only a couple years old, use it as a bargaining chip to knock the price down though. If anything a tarp probably would've rubbed off some of the paint.

October 7th, 2014, 11:29 AM	#12
salcuta88 ninjette.org guru Name: Vlad Location: Weaverville, NC Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R (Sold), 2015 Rocky Mountain Soul (Runs on fat) Posts: 404	Why not just take it to a mechanic for an inspection. If it's good and it's a good deal, why not?

October 7th, 2014, 12:10 PM	#13
broken neck ninjette.org guru Name: Thomas Location: Montréal Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R Special Edition (sold), 2017 CRF250 Rally Posts: 384	Come on, That thing is made of plastic and steel... Since we can't ride motorcycle during winter months, that bike won't have seen salt or calcium in its life... If it's clean, looks good, properly maintained and the price is right, buy it... There's not enough little Ninja in Montreal...

October 7th, 2014, 06:02 PM	#14
joecool ninjette.org member Name: Joe Location: Montreal Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 52	Hey guys, thxs for the replys, the bike seems to run fine, no rust that i can see, it is lowered so i have to raise it. Its has 3000miles and hes asking 3800$ cdn, thats prob $4200 us Posted via Mobile Device

October 7th, 2014, 06:59 PM	#16
joecool ninjette.org member Name: Joe Location: Montreal Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 52	Sorry, yeah 3200$ us Posted via Mobile Device

October 7th, 2014, 07:21 PM	#18
Kayakzack ninjette.org member Name: Zack Location: Bowmanville Join Date: Jun 2014 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R Posts: 10	You can find a better deal. There are a ton of them listed in toronto that would be a better deal. I say keep searching.

October 7th, 2014, 07:28 PM	#19
Kayakzack ninjette.org member Name: Zack Location: Bowmanville Join Date: Jun 2014 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R Posts: 10	Didn't realize you posted its a 300. Not a bad price. But the fact it's been left outside would still have me worried.

October 7th, 2014, 07:41 PM	#22
joecool ninjette.org member Name: Joe Location: Montreal Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 52	I have to consider also that a new 2014 ninja 300 se is $4500 + tax here, prob $4150 US, but i dont like the graphics of the 2014 se Posted via Mobile Device

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