Comfort. How important is it to you and what have you done to make it better?

setasai · January 19th, 2011, 09:02 PM

Another curiosity thread. What's your body structure... approximate weight and height and what you have done solely to make your ride more comfortable.

I'm 6ft and approx 175lbs. I've added Tank grips to prevent gibblet crushing, gel grips to reduce vibrations, and grip warmers to keep hands toasty and flexible. Will be reshaping my seat in the near future and most likely some passenger footpegs in the front.

So what have you done and/or what do you plan on doing to increase your comfort.

scotty · January 19th, 2011, 09:11 PM

I'm 5'9'' and weigh about 130 pounds.

Only thing I have done to change my position was installed clip on's. Here soon, I will be ordering some rear set adjusters to change the position of my feet. The stock seat doesn't bother me all that much, but I will most likely replace it this comming summer.

bob706 · January 19th, 2011, 09:32 PM

6' 200lbs
Grip cushions and warmers. The seat for me is good for about two hours of straight riding but I gotta get some rear set adjusters to move my legs down and back.

Apex · January 19th, 2011, 09:33 PM

6' - 180

Stock bike. Want a new seat, just too cheap to upgrade.

00NissanNinja · January 19th, 2011, 09:53 PM

5'10" 130lbs
I reshaped my seat and added some foam. Trying to get some levers to make my hands more comfortable and maybe some gel grips. Everything else seems fine though I wonder if getting clip ons will make me a bit more comfortable when tucked since I can't tuck in very comfortably. Also for ease of mind mirror extenders. I hate not being able to see behind myself easily.

setasai · January 19th, 2011, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 00NissanNinja

5'10" 130lbs
I reshaped my seat and added some foam. Trying to get some levers to make my hands more comfortable and maybe some gel grips. Everything else seems fine though I wonder if getting clip ons will make me a bit more comfortable when tucked since I can't tuck in very comfortably. Also for ease of mind mirror extenders. I hate not being able to see behind myself easily.

The helmet blocking the eye at the back of your head?

slolane · January 19th, 2011, 10:03 PM

5'9". 165lbs.

Double bubble for less wind hitting my chest/neck.
Gel grips, risers and heavy throttlemeister for less buzz and higher bar height.
Soon to be modding stock seat for less lean and better shape.

00NissanNinja · January 19th, 2011, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by setasai

The helmet blocking the eye at the back of your head?

The helmet is blocking my spidey senses lmao

CThunder-blue · January 20th, 2011, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bob706

6' 200lbs
Grip cushions and warmers. The seat for me is good for about two hours of straight riding but I gotta get some rear set adjusters to move my legs down and back.

You won't find a set of rearset adjusters that will move your legs down. The problem is that just below and to the rear is your exhaust pipe. There's no way to make it work unless you relocate the exhaust system. I also wanted to do the same, but after riding with the feet positioned further back and a little higher, it's more comfortable than stock. Rearset adjusters will always make you go up and back.

I have a zg db and rearset adjusters. The seat is fine with me and the bike came with tank grips so I don't know how much different it is without them.

FrugalNinja250 · January 20th, 2011, 10:13 AM

5-11 and 160-170, average torso and limb length. On my '06 everything is stock except for the grips which are now foamies. Oh so much better at isolating hi-freq vibrations than any of the gel grips I've tried. In fact, the vibrations are just gone.

Other than that I have a Corbin that I only use for long trips (longest single-day to date at 824 miles). The stock saddle is good to about 250 miles painwise, about 100 miles with no pain. I've done no other mods aside from changing the color.

Cuongism · January 20th, 2011, 10:35 AM

5'8" and about 160. I actually started on SS's so prefer the aggressive ergos. Bike came with rearset adjusters and I added woodcraft clipons, gel grips and a Corbin. I want to get levers since I have small hands and preload adjusters (more for looks I guess since my fork caps are pretty scratched up from changing the seals).

Flashmonkey · January 20th, 2011, 10:56 AM

Ya I find the aggressive position of the SS bikes serve me better as well. I'm 5'-10" and 240lbs...not exactly in the 95th percentile. The leaned forward seating position takes the weight off my lower back and butt and puts it into my legs where most of my strength is.

Also the wind protection is nice.

HKr1 · January 20th, 2011, 11:13 AM

Did all the mods for a small person(wife).
Adjustable levers, grips, bar ends. DB wind screen, corbin seat, gilles pegs and did a little reshaping of the gear shift lever.

All good mods for a larger person(iam 6'1). Kinda fun shifting/braking with the levers a 1/2 from the grips

PsychoNinja · January 20th, 2011, 11:16 AM

5'10" 210 lbs

I haven't done any comfort mods as I currently feel that my Ninjette is comfortable stock.

Live2ride · January 20th, 2011, 11:22 AM

I'm roughly 6' 3", around 235-240lbs. Let's just say an aftermarket windscreen is my friend

. I feel like I get pushed around from the wind with an oem windscreen because it hits me square in the chest but with the dbl bubble it lowers my rpm's because everyone knows that an oem windscreen is a lot more aerodynamic than my fat ass. Since I'm so tall, my legs get a lil uncomfortable now and then, but thats mostly from the surgery I had on my knee. To fix that I just stretch my legs out next time I stop. I was surprised that the lil ninja is so comfortable considering my height.

Error_mage · January 20th, 2011, 12:55 PM

6’2” – 180lbs

Completely stock bike so far and I can go for ~3 hours without any discomfort, though legs can feel a bit cramped at times. Will do some break/shift pedal adjustments (as shown in one of spoooph’s vids) and possibly install a DB wind screen in spring. Perhaps there will be more mods once I get some more miles on the bike =)

setasai · January 20th, 2011, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Error_mage

6’2” – 180lbs

Completely stock bike so far and I can go for ~3 hours without any discomfort, though legs can feel a bit cramped at times. Will do some break/shift pedal adjustments (as shown in one of spoooph’s vids) and possibly install a DB wind screen in spring. Perhaps there will be more mods once I get some more miles on the bike =)

1st post. Welcome. The mods come in waves. You do a few quick ones and then ride for a bit and then do more. My parents say I've spent almost the same amount on gear+mods as I did on the bike itself.

Error_mage · January 20th, 2011, 01:19 PM

Thanks,
Guess that’s the way it goes, you get to know your bike bit by bit and start improving the areas you’re not 100% satisfied with. Though I’m hoping to get by with rather cheap or cost effective mods until I gain a bit more confidence as a rider (still waiting for that first drop everybody experiences...)

Sailariel · January 20th, 2011, 02:02 PM

Not everybody experiences the first drop. I am 5'10 and weigh 195. The stock Ninja is a very comfortable bike. I did put a ZG Touring Windshield on, bought a Corbin seat, got slikdesignsusa.com telescoping mirrors, changed to a 15T sprocket, and got brighter lights. I can do 500mi but am really tired after that.

setasai · January 20th, 2011, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Error_mage

Thanks,
Guess that’s the way it goes, you get to know your bike bit by bit and start improving the areas you’re not 100% satisfied with. Though I’m hoping to get by with rather cheap or cost effective mods until I gain a bit more confidence as a rider (still waiting for that first drop everybody experiences...)

I think the cheapest mod with the greatest return is shimming the needles. Cost you a total of 50cents for washers and 3 hours of time. Huge difference. Unless of course you have the jetkit. Not a comfort mod but it does make me mentally more comfortable.

headshrink · January 22nd, 2011, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 00NissanNinja

The helmet is blocking my spidey senses lmao

Reminds me of a helmet I saw a while back that had an integrated rear-view periscope thingy. Interesting idea.

eddiekay · January 23rd, 2011, 03:13 PM

6' @ 185lbs...beyond sore wrists for the first week...ergo's never an issue.
Bought this gigantic windshield...1 of a kind.
Sprocket swap...caulked a little clock onto my EZ Pass...caulked them both behind the windshield...co-mag headlight and brakwelight modulators. No plans for anything else.

headshrink · January 23rd, 2011, 03:19 PM

We need a pic of that windshield!

addy126 · January 23rd, 2011, 04:20 PM

Corbin seat, foam grip covers, puig screen, pazzo levers. Thinking about rearsets. All in all pretty comfortable now.

00NissanNinja · January 23rd, 2011, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by headshrink

Reminds me of a helmet I saw a while back that had an integrated rear-view periscope thingy. Interesting idea.

yeah I saw that on a webbikeworld.com review. I just need something to help me see behind myself without having to turn around all the way or moving my elbows around at stop lights and stuff. Didn't you get mirror extenders?

headshrink · January 24th, 2011, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 00NissanNinja

Didn't you get mirror extenders?

I did, and really like them.... I just didn't consider it a "comfort" item. I'd call it more of a functional item.

mikesova · January 24th, 2011, 09:43 AM

risers and a Alaskan Butt Pad.

ladyrocket · January 29th, 2011, 05:24 PM

5' 4" and a buck30, fits me perfectly!

January 19th, 2011, 09:02 PM	#1
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Comfort. How important is it to you and what have you done to make it better? Another curiosity thread. What's your body structure... approximate weight and height and what you have done solely to make your ride more comfortable. I'm 6ft and approx 175lbs. I've added Tank grips to prevent gibblet crushing, gel grips to reduce vibrations, and grip warmers to keep hands toasty and flexible. Will be reshaping my seat in the near future and most likely some passenger footpegs in the front. So what have you done and/or what do you plan on doing to increase your comfort.

January 19th, 2011, 09:11 PM	#2
scotty ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Scott Location: Carlise Ohio Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): Yahama v star 650 classic Posts: A lot.	I'm 5'9'' and weigh about 130 pounds. Only thing I have done to change my position was installed clip on's. Here soon, I will be ordering some rear set adjusters to change the position of my feet. The stock seat doesn't bother me all that much, but I will most likely replace it this comming summer. __________________________________________________

January 19th, 2011, 09:33 PM	#4
Apex Livin' the Minimoto Life Name: Mark Location: Riding around in TX Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2022 Honda Navi, 2018 Z-125 Pro Posts: A lot.	6' - 180 Stock bike. Want a new seat, just too cheap to upgrade. __________________________________________________ --- My IG Page --- My FB page! --- 2022 Honda Navi && 2018 Z-125 Pro

January 19th, 2011, 09:53 PM	#5
00NissanNinja I hate driving... Name: S Location: SW Ohio Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 13 Triumph Street Triple R, 09 Ninja 250r (Sold 4/20/12) Posts: A lot.	5'10" 130lbs I reshaped my seat and added some foam. Trying to get some levers to make my hands more comfortable and maybe some gel grips. Everything else seems fine though I wonder if getting clip ons will make me a bit more comfortable when tucked since I can't tuck in very comfortably. Also for ease of mind mirror extenders. I hate not being able to see behind myself easily. __________________________________________________ 09 ninja 2fiddy SE Driving slow things fast

January 20th, 2011, 11:16 AM	#14
PsychoNinja Ninja Dog Name: Brady Location: Sunset, UT Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 Posts: 186	5'10" 210 lbs I haven't done any comfort mods as I currently feel that my Ninjette is comfortable stock. __________________________________________________ ALL YOUR NINJA ARE BELONG TO US!

January 19th, 2011, 09:32 PM	#3
bob706 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Mary Esther, FL Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 1998 HD Road King Posts: A lot.	6' 200lbs Grip cushions and warmers. The seat for me is good for about two hours of straight riding but I gotta get some rear set adjusters to move my legs down and back.

January 19th, 2011, 10:03 PM	#7
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	5'9". 165lbs. Double bubble for less wind hitting my chest/neck. Gel grips, risers and heavy throttlemeister for less buzz and higher bar height. Soon to be modding stock seat for less lean and better shape.

January 20th, 2011, 10:13 AM	#10
FrugalNinja250 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Frugal Location: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Several Posts: A lot.	5-11 and 160-170, average torso and limb length. On my '06 everything is stock except for the grips which are now foamies. Oh so much better at isolating hi-freq vibrations than any of the gel grips I've tried. In fact, the vibrations are just gone. Other than that I have a Corbin that I only use for long trips (longest single-day to date at 824 miles). The stock saddle is good to about 250 miles painwise, about 100 miles with no pain. I've done no other mods aside from changing the color.

January 20th, 2011, 10:35 AM	#11
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	5'8" and about 160. I actually started on SS's so prefer the aggressive ergos. Bike came with rearset adjusters and I added woodcraft clipons, gel grips and a Corbin. I want to get levers since I have small hands and preload adjusters (more for looks I guess since my fork caps are pretty scratched up from changing the seals).

January 20th, 2011, 10:56 AM	#12
Flashmonkey Professional belly dancer Name: James Location: Toronto Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1992 GSX-R 750 Posts: A lot.	Ya I find the aggressive position of the SS bikes serve me better as well. I'm 5'-10" and 240lbs...not exactly in the 95th percentile. The leaned forward seating position takes the weight off my lower back and butt and puts it into my legs where most of my strength is. Also the wind protection is nice.

January 20th, 2011, 11:13 AM	#13
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Did all the mods for a small person(wife). Adjustable levers, grips, bar ends. DB wind screen, corbin seat, gilles pegs and did a little reshaping of the gear shift lever. All good mods for a larger person(iam 6'1). Kinda fun shifting/braking with the levers a 1/2 from the grips

January 20th, 2011, 11:22 AM	#15
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	I'm roughly 6' 3", around 235-240lbs. Let's just say an aftermarket windscreen is my friend . I feel like I get pushed around from the wind with an oem windscreen because it hits me square in the chest but with the dbl bubble it lowers my rpm's because everyone knows that an oem windscreen is a lot more aerodynamic than my fat ass. Since I'm so tall, my legs get a lil uncomfortable now and then, but thats mostly from the surgery I had on my knee. To fix that I just stretch my legs out next time I stop. I was surprised that the lil ninja is so comfortable considering my height. __________________________________________________

January 20th, 2011, 12:55 PM	#16
Error_mage ninjette.org member Name: Maurice Location: K-Town (Germany) Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R (sold), 2001 Suzuki SV 650S Posts: 44	6’2” – 180lbs Completely stock bike so far and I can go for ~3 hours without any discomfort, though legs can feel a bit cramped at times. Will do some break/shift pedal adjustments (as shown in one of spoooph’s vids) and possibly install a DB wind screen in spring. Perhaps there will be more mods once I get some more miles on the bike =) __________________________________________________ ~I'd rather be riding my motorcycle thinking about God than sitting in church thinking about my motorcycle~

January 20th, 2011, 01:19 PM	#18
Error_mage ninjette.org member Name: Maurice Location: K-Town (Germany) Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R (sold), 2001 Suzuki SV 650S Posts: 44	Thanks, Guess that’s the way it goes, you get to know your bike bit by bit and start improving the areas you’re not 100% satisfied with. Though I’m hoping to get by with rather cheap or cost effective mods until I gain a bit more confidence as a rider (still waiting for that first drop everybody experiences...) __________________________________________________ ~I'd rather be riding my motorcycle thinking about God than sitting in church thinking about my motorcycle~

January 20th, 2011, 02:02 PM	#19
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Not everybody experiences the first drop. I am 5'10 and weigh 195. The stock Ninja is a very comfortable bike. I did put a ZG Touring Windshield on, bought a Corbin seat, got slikdesignsusa.com telescoping mirrors, changed to a 15T sprocket, and got brighter lights. I can do 500mi but am really tired after that. __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

January 23rd, 2011, 03:13 PM	#22
eddiekay ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: eddie Location: Lawnguylind Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 300, WeeStrom Posts: A lot.	6' @ 185lbs...beyond sore wrists for the first week...ergo's never an issue. Bought this gigantic windshield...1 of a kind. Sprocket swap...caulked a little clock onto my EZ Pass...caulked them both behind the windshield...co-mag headlight and brakwelight modulators. No plans for anything else.

January 23rd, 2011, 03:19 PM	#23
headshrink ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Bob Location: CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r, '14 CBR500r Posts: A lot.	We need a pic of that windshield! __________________________________________________ Honda Interceptor VFR800 DLX (2014, 8th gen) Honda CBR500r (2014) - FOR SALE Kawi Ninja 250r (2008) - Restored and passed-down within family, only to be abandoned

January 23rd, 2011, 04:20 PM	#24
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	Corbin seat, foam grip covers, puig screen, pazzo levers. Thinking about rearsets. All in all pretty comfortable now.

January 24th, 2011, 09:43 AM	#27
mikesova ninjette.org member Name: Mike Location: Gladwin, MI Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2002 XR200r Posts: 128	risers and a Alaskan Butt Pad.

January 29th, 2011, 05:24 PM	#28
ladyrocket ladyrocket Name: Megan Location: Cali Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R Posts: 84 Blog Entries: 1	5' 4" and a buck30, fits me perfectly!

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