December 24th, 2008, 04:18 PM | #1 |
Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
Location: So Cal
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My Candy Plasma Blue '08 250-Revised!
If you came from KF you already that my bike has been a work in progress since I got it. For those of you who haven't had the pleasure of getting to know me or my story, the short version is that I had an accident, got a pay out from the insurance, and have since been on a mission to fix every single thing myself!! And so far, I have succeeded
And although it's still not up and running [ ], it is at least all in one piece. I wanted to wait to share, but I hate waiting The first pic is better quality but it was not the finished product. The black lines on the side fairings were not where I wanted them, the cowl was not done, and the front fender was still all flat black. The second pic is horrible iPhone pic quality, but everything is the way I want. The front fender is two toned leading to the two toned side fairings and then into the all flat black tail. I had him fill in the holes for the bumper on the cowl because I was really not a fan of the little cushion. I think it looks really slick without the bumper. Also back there is the flat back rear fender. I also blacked out almost all of the visible bolts [except for the swingarm one ]. Let me know what you guys think of the paint scheme. I plan on adding some stickers on the side fairings since the "ninja" is no longer there. I think it looks a little naked. I am debating whether I want to order some black "kawasaki" stickers for the tank to fit the theme. I'm not sure about that though. Part of me would like to through a little splash of Kawi green in there, but I haven't figured out how it would work best.
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December 24th, 2008, 04:20 PM | #2 |
Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
Location: So Cal
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The before pic
For reference!
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December 24th, 2008, 04:32 PM | #3 |
That's me!
Name: TJ
Location: Ames, IA
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Oh hell yeah It's almost there! Have you been able to ride it a little yet?
Also where'd the frame sliders go eh? |
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December 24th, 2008, 04:34 PM | #4 |
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CG!
I must give you credit for the patience and perseverance you have shown throughout this entire process. A lesser person would have given up on this a long time ago what with the insurance, parts and time hassle. Props to you! Really like what you've done to the bike, but I'm not a fan of flat black... maybe it's an age thing. The overall scheme looks good, but would really like some better pics when you can manage it. I think you've come a long way and hope to hear that it's up and running and that you're back on the road.... what's the hold up there? |
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December 24th, 2008, 04:36 PM | #5 | |
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Name: CG
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I don't have the sliders on because I take the fairings off so often that it started to be a pain in the bum to have to remove them first before I can get the fairing off. Once it is 100%, I will put them back on.
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December 24th, 2008, 04:39 PM | #6 | |
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... Fast forward 35 years and when I saw the 'graffiti' themed CBR600RR's I was blown away! I love the flat black look (Hell I was thinking about re-spraying my Firebird with flat-black even) |
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December 24th, 2008, 04:43 PM | #7 |
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hell, I saw that movie when it was first released in the theaters. I didn't like primered cars back then and I still don't care for them.
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December 24th, 2008, 04:44 PM | #8 | |
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It's not for everyone....but it's okay cause it's only for ME!
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December 24th, 2008, 05:46 PM | #9 |
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December 24th, 2008, 05:46 PM | #10 |
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It is looking so good hon! I'm happy for you that it's looking so nice! What is it that's keeping it from running? I must have missed that......
Congrats on a gorgeous bike sweetie! And thanks again for all the help you gave me to get mine up and running! |
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December 24th, 2008, 05:57 PM | #11 |
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To Kelly....and I most definately appreciate your old man opinion! LOL!
To Noche...thanks for the nice words! The oil pressure constantly reads low. Maybe the oil pressure switch is faulty. I'm testing it this weekend. And if that's not it, I may give up and take it to the shop for them to figure it out!! I'm glad everything is good with your baby. I read you let your husband ride it. Now he's going to want one!! LOL! Posted via Mobile Device |
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December 24th, 2008, 06:24 PM | #12 |
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I think your bike would look awesome with this kit on it.
http://www.scratchon.com/store/power...ce-graphics-1/ Minus the front fairing portion |
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December 24th, 2008, 08:22 PM | #13 |
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Good job for sticking with it, CG.
Still using that blue colored font I see... |
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December 24th, 2008, 08:24 PM | #14 |
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Name: Jake
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snap!
Your bike looks pretty sick! I got a blue '08 Ninja 250 as well, and you have tempetd me to start experimenting with different patterns and color schemes next spring! Sweet ride man!
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December 24th, 2008, 08:54 PM | #15 | |
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props to you man for posting this link. I think the kit looks great! |
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December 24th, 2008, 11:32 PM | #16 |
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Its lookin great! I like the paint scheme. It might look a little better with something to break up the black on the side fairings. Is the oil pressure problem the last thing to tackle?
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December 26th, 2008, 09:19 AM | #17 |
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Cali Girls bike
WOW!!! The work you've put into the bike is unreal.I really think the flat black looks great against the plasma blue.Once again you've done a fantastic job!!!
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December 26th, 2008, 03:46 PM | #18 |
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The flat black against the plasma blue looks amazing! I dunno if its the angle of the shot or the line which you painted the flat black on...but the bike looks a lot more compact and not as bulky...
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December 26th, 2008, 04:50 PM | #19 |
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Looks nice! I like the blue & black scheme
Checking oil pressure with a multi meter? Should you not check motor psi with a "psi/kpa gauge" |
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December 26th, 2008, 04:55 PM | #20 |
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December 26th, 2008, 05:00 PM | #21 |
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December 26th, 2008, 05:04 PM | #22 |
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I think she's trying to check if the switch is bad or if she has a broken wire. IIRC, she started having this problem after she installed some stuff and changed her oil. Prior to that, everything was fine. She has a little over a hundred miles on her bike. The oil pump could be bad, but what are the odds?
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December 26th, 2008, 06:34 PM | #23 |
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Well, in that case who needs a meter. Just remove the wire and see if the lite goes out....... Or ground the wire and see if it lites up. Depending on the problem of course
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December 26th, 2008, 06:40 PM | #24 |
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Yeah... I'll let CG explain at this point what her plans are as far as fixing the problem.
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December 27th, 2008, 04:58 PM | #25 |
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I love it. It looks nice and your bike will stand out from the hords of blue 250's out there . My bike was green, but I was in a bad accident and now will be blue to match the hords of blue bikes out there .
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December 27th, 2008, 07:50 PM | #26 |
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I'd rather see the bike in black and blue than the rider in black and blue....
It looks good. I'm going to keep my bike looking as stock as possible, to differentiate it from the hordes of red 250s out there! |
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December 28th, 2008, 12:07 AM | #27 |
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Looks great! When are you going to gmr and ride us?
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December 28th, 2008, 12:11 AM | #28 |
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December 28th, 2008, 08:12 AM | #29 |
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You have done a great job on that bike. I like the way you broke up the colours--makes the bike look like it is in motion. I think the black Kawasaki graphics on the tank should look sharp. On my bike the "Ninja" decal was applied on each side of the tail section. You couls put gloss black Ninja decals on your flat black tail section. It would be a subtile look
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January 2nd, 2009, 07:45 AM | #30 |
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CG~ I was just thinking about how the bike was coming along.... Glad to see it together. Looks Great by the way. I really do like the flat black oon the blue... Buddy and I were going to swap parts around one day to see how the plasma blue and black looked... Good luck figuring out the last little bit. Soon enough all that work will pay off and you'll be out cruisin again.....
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January 6th, 2009, 04:12 PM | #31 |
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dude, that paint scheme is SICK. I was just wondering yesterday what that exact scheme would look like, so glad I found your thread. :-D
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January 6th, 2009, 04:16 PM | #33 |
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*shame*
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January 13th, 2009, 12:26 AM | #34 |
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A new pic...
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January 13th, 2009, 12:31 AM | #35 |
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Pics are getting better!! How about a few out in the sun?
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January 13th, 2009, 02:03 AM | #36 |
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wow... looks awesome; dig that matte black
reminds me of cling's bike except you kept the lower fairings blue - i like |
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January 13th, 2009, 02:05 AM | #37 |
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Very nice! How'd you remove your NINJA stickers as well as the glue residue? I did one tonight but gotta get rid of the residue, was planning on trying an eraser (heard it works) tomorrow. As for stickers I'm thinking of just adding 1 or 2 alpinestars ones on mine, MAYBE the "icon" crest - still deciding
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January 13th, 2009, 05:41 AM | #38 |
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Sick paint scheme. The stock Ninja's have nice paint, but it's great to see something different every once in a while. Keeps those green bikes guessing.
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January 13th, 2009, 08:13 AM | #39 |
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looking sweet! I really dig the blue and black look. It's so subtle and obviously combines the the two best (and consequently fastest!) colors, with green close behind! you like that kkim?
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Name: CG
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Sorry for the seemingly dark picture. I took it on Sunday and loaded it on my mac to adjust exposure and what not and on my monitor it looks almost perfectly exposed. I will try again though! Quote:
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