May 16th, 2011, 08:41 AM | #1 |
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Name: Phil
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Seattle, WA Noob
Hi Guy's
Just getting started in riding.... took my First Ride course yesterday... in the rain .... BUT it was great any ways Looking for my first bike.. a Ninja 250 (of course ).. I think I decided on a 2008 or newer model... but could use your opinion on possibly looking at a older model. I don't think I want to go any older than say.. a 2005 model, no reason other than styling.... So as a Noob what are your opinions?? Thanks |
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May 16th, 2011, 08:43 AM | #2 |
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May 16th, 2011, 12:11 PM | #3 |
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May 16th, 2011, 12:47 PM | #4 |
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Welcome!
I too just started riding a month ago; and I also live in Washington! I was looking at the older ones to save money; but ended up going with the new-gen and boy am I glad I did! I guess its still personal preference but I don't regret going with the more expensive; newer generation ninja. Keep looking on craigslist in the washington/oregon area (portland isnt too far from seattle) and there were always new gen ninjas on there, with new listings every two days if not more. Eastern washington also has quite a few. My good friend bought his 2008 ninja for 2500 over in the tri cities area. It was a smokin' deal, he did have to drive through the night though... but totally worth it! I paid 3000 for my 2009. They are out there... waiting for you =) Good Luck |
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May 16th, 2011, 02:02 PM | #5 |
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May 16th, 2011, 02:04 PM | #6 |
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newgen all the way.....
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May 16th, 2011, 06:49 PM | #7 |
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May 16th, 2011, 06:54 PM | #8 |
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Howdy
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May 16th, 2011, 09:02 PM | #9 |
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May 17th, 2011, 06:42 AM | #10 |
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If you want a new gen get the 08 if you can. You'll be doing right by going used for first bike, AND you'll have the new gen and a ride that looks from your generation not mine. Welcome!
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May 17th, 2011, 10:22 AM | #11 |
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Welcome
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May 17th, 2011, 08:04 PM | #12 |
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Name: Phil
Location: Seattle
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Thanks for all the welcomes and opinions folks....
I'm all signed up for my Basic Riders Course... Next Thursday.. yea!!!.... Decided on nothing older than a 2008... but I'm so itching to ride this summer, I may spring for a new 2011, BUT we'll see what happens |
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May 21st, 2011, 08:04 AM | #13 |
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Hello and welcome.
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June 30th, 2011, 04:44 PM | #14 |
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Welcome to the 250 party.
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