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[reroka]

Run the 250 at 94 RPMS for up to 5 to 8 hours a time?

[fishdip]

Originally Posted by reroka

Run the 250 at 94 RPMS for up to 5 to 8 hours a time?

Will it even run at such a low rpm?

[reroka]

Sorry on my cell. I mean 9000 rpms.

,QUOTE=fishdip;870721]Will it even run at such a low rpm?[/QUOTE]

[fishdip]

Originally Posted by reroka

Sorry on my cell. I mean 9000 rpms.

,QUOTE=fishdip;870721]Will it even run at such a low rpm?

[/QUOTE]

im just messing with you

I have done mine at 12k for 14h a few times it did just fine. I think it come down to the oil. I use full synthetic rotela diesel oil.

[reroka]

Ok I use the ams full synthetic. So I should be fine. I am thinking of riding to Kansas from north Carolina.

im just messing with you

I have done mine at 12k for 14h a few times it did just fine. I think it come down to the oil. I use full synthetic rotela diesel oil.[/QUOTE]

[Redgeneral]

Long distance highway riding is absolutely not an issue for the Ninjette. Just keep everything in good working order, and make sure whenever you stop for a break do a quick walk around checking all your essentials (tire pressure, oil sight glass etc)

[reroka]

So in other words carry some extra oil and coolants. Clean the chain and lube it be for I go. Would it be smart to take with me? It's a 1200 mile trip one way.

Originally Posted by Redgeneral

Long distance highway riding is absolutely not an issue for the Ninjette. Just keep everything in good working order, and make sure whenever you stop for a break do a quick walk around checking all your essentials (tire pressure, oil sight glass etc)

[fishdip]

Originally Posted by reroka

So in other words carry some extra oil and coolants. Clean the chain and lube it be for I go. Would it be smart to take with me? It's a 1200 mile trip one way.

I never take extra oil or coolent. Ever place I stop at has oil and coolent.

[nickjpass]

Look for loose bolts and stuff

[Rifleman]

the trick is proper oil pressure, and coolant levels...

and engine runs best 2/3 up it's RPM band... nice and warm, oil at the proper level and pressure.

Little 250 will run for ever.

I'm thinking the pilot will need some time off before the engine would have a problem... Listen to her, she will tell you when something is wrong. new noise, new vibration in the bars that isn't due to the road... she is whispering for you to check things... don't listen to the whispers... they will turn into shouts.

[DaBlue1]

Originally Posted by reroka

So in other words carry some extra oil and coolants. Clean the chain and lube it be for I go. Would it be smart to take with me? It's a 1200 mile trip one way.

Take some pointers from Spooph. One of the longest trippers (4000+ miles over 12 days) on a Ninja 250.

[Aufitt]

It redlines at 13+ and is barely making power at 9000.

How many hrs you do that for is irrelevant.

[crazymadbastard]

AT 70MPH you would be needing gas every 3 hours or so...

[NevadaWolf]

Originally Posted by reroka

Run the 250 at 9K RPMS for up to 5 to 8 hours a time? >snip< I am thinking of riding to Kansas from north Carolina. >snip< It's a 1200 mile trip one way.

Sounds like a fun trip! The Ninja is more than capable of handling the ride, you'll be the weakest part of it.

What you take all depends on how long you want too take to cover the distance and what so of roads you plan on riding on. 1200 can be done in a single day if you want, you'll be tired at the end. You could also do the distance entirely on dirt, which would be fun but much slower and rougher on your bike.

To be really helpful, we need a bit more info. What is your goal for this trip? See the sights along the way? Spend some time on the road? Or is there something in Kansas that you must get to in the most expedient means possible?

Unless you plan on 100 mile days and really want to explore the area you stop in each day, basic gear and basic tools and no more supplies than a general car trip will do.

Originally Posted by DaBlue1

Take some pointers from Spooph. One of the longest trippers (4000+ miles over 12 days) on a Ninja 250.

Ohhh I haven't seen this before! Yay more reading material!

[reroka]

The goad of this is just to see family. I did not want to take my car because the gas for that trip would be well over 200.00 I am thinking that they Nina might be under 100.00 Plus I plan on staying at a hotel one night each way. So I would be covering 600 miles a day to be safe. Really not going to see any sights, just going to see the family. Not going to stop unless I need gas, a little rest every 2 hours.

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

Sounds like a fun trip! The Ninja is more than capable of handling the ride, you'll be the weakest part of it.

What you take all depends on how long you want too take to cover the distance and what so of roads you plan on riding on. 1200 can be done in a single day if you want, you'll be tired at the end. You could also do the distance entirely on dirt, which would be fun but much slower and rougher on your bike.

To be really helpful, we need a bit more info. What is your goal for this trip? See the sights along the way? Spend some time on the road? Or is there something in Kansas that you must get to in the most expedient means possible?

Unless you plan on 100 mile days and really want to explore the area you stop in each day, basic gear and basic tools and no more supplies than a general car trip will do.





Ohhh I haven't seen this before! Yay more reading material!

[oblivion007]

Originally Posted by reroka

Run the 250 at 94 RPMS for up to 5 to 8 hours a time?

Yeah its cool. 9k is cool too.

[cbinker]

i would be shocked to see if the fuel would last 5-8 hours at that RPM.

[reroka]

I am sure it wont, But hell 12 to 15 dollars for a full tank of gas is really nice. Considering my pt takes just about 60.00 bucks to fill and I get the same amount of miles out of my ninja as the pt.

Originally Posted by cbinker

i would be shocked to see if the fuel would last 5-8 hours at that RPM.

[Singh2jz]

Yea that should be fine. Make sure to let us know how it went!

[NevadaWolf]

Originally Posted by reroka

The goad of this is just to see family. I did not want to take my car because the gas for that trip would be well over 200.00 I am thinking that they Nina might be under 100.00 Plus I plan on staying at a hotel one night each way. So I would be covering 600 miles a day to be safe. Really not going to see any sights, just going to see the family. Not going to stop unless I need gas, a little rest every 2 hours.

In that case, there's not much that needs doing beyond what is normal to do every ride anyway. Check your tires for remaining life, make sure pressure is where its supposed to be. Check your chain to ensure its within spec, and keep it lubed.

I know i can handle two hours straight on the bike, two and half though seems to be my limit, three is where I start getting stiff and grumpy. One great bit of advice I heard was split up your breaks and gas stops. Gas every two hours, then in the hour in between, stop and walk around a bit to stretch and shake the cobwebs loose.

Highly recommend a way of carrying water, but with a 600 mile day, you are not pressed for time. Just make sure you keep yourself well hydrated and fed with an assortment of food. I've relied on just veggies and ran out of energy, need protein and carbs in there, moderate sugar helps too.

[reroka]

Thanks for the advise,

I need to get a different helment so I can lift part of it up which will allow me to eat while riding. Like they type of bell makes. NOt sure of the name.
I have a scorpin helment.

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

In that case, there's not much that needs doing beyond what is normal to do every ride anyway. Check your tires for remaining life, make sure pressure is where its supposed to be. Check your chain to ensure its within spec, and keep it lubed.

I know i can handle two hours straight on the bike, two and half though seems to be my limit, three is where I start getting stiff and grumpy. One great bit of advice I heard was split up your breaks and gas stops. Gas every two hours, then in the hour in between, stop and walk around a bit to stretch and shake the cobwebs loose.

Highly recommend a way of carrying water, but with a 600 mile day, you are not pressed for time. Just make sure you keep yourself well hydrated and fed with an assortment of food. I've relied on just veggies and ran out of energy, need protein and carbs in there, moderate sugar helps too.

[DaBlue1]

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

.... One great bit of advice I heard was split up your breaks and gas stops. Gas every two hours, then in the hour in between, stop and walk around a bit to stretch and shake the cobwebs loose.

Highly recommend a way of carrying water, but with a 600 mile day, you are not pressed for time. Just make sure you keep yourself well hydrated and fed with an assortment of food. I've relied on just veggies and ran out of energy, need protein and carbs in there, moderate sugar helps too.

This is great advise. I have a slim camelback for whatever I want to drink in between stops and a vest with pockets so I can readily grab stuff (nutrition bar, tissue, trail mix, small towel etc...)

Originally Posted by reroka

.....I need to get a different helmet so I can lift part of it up which will allow me to eat while riding.

You want a modular helmet.
Modular helmets are are good, especially if you wear glasses and don't want to go through the whole long process of trying to get your glasses on and off to eat, speak, or drink. The only thing I don't recommend is riding with the chin bar flipped up. It can be done, but at high speed, the wind starts to give you the bobble head.

[ally99]

Not only is it alright, she likes it that way. Ride her hard!

[reroka]

The issue I have with a Modular helment is I cant find one to match my bike.
My jacket,gloves and helment match right now. I need to get pants that match.

Originally Posted by DaBlue1

This is great advise. I have a slim camelback for whatever I want to drink in between stops and a vest with pockets so I can readily grab stuff (nutrition bar, tissue, trail mix, small towel etc...)



You want a modular helmet.
Modular helmets are are good, especially if you wear glasses and don't want to go through the whole long process of trying to get your glasses on and off to eat, speak, or drink. The only thing I don't recommend is riding with the chin bar flipped up. It can be done, but at high speed, the wind starts to give you the bobble head.

[DaBlue1]

Originally Posted by reroka

The issue I have with a Modular helment is I cant find one to match my bike.
My jacket,gloves and helment match right now. I need to get pants that match.

Compacc

http://search.compacc.com/search?vie...odular&x=0&y=0


Fulmer

http://www.fulmerhelmets.com/helmets/modular/m2b/