New from NJ...soon to be FL!

Shawn · April 14th, 2011, 03:49 PM

What's up Ninja goers, names Shawn and I'm 19 residing in the lovely(not) state of NJ. I'm going to be moving to FL in probably a month or two, great riding weather lol

I recently got a 2001 Ninja 250 with 7K on it, my first street bike. I've been riding dirt bikes/quads since 9, used to be heavy into riding then I got into a car accident and messed up my back...so no more dirt for me. I came across this ninja for a good deal so I picked it up. It's been sitting over the winter so first thing I did was the oil and filter, plugs, carb clean/rebuild and fuel filter. Enough blabing here's some pics

Before last winter

Once I got her home and started cleaning

All back together..for now

I would love to start moding her, but I plan on selling this and my civic to get a 2010 250r very soon.

Alex · April 14th, 2011, 03:51 PM

Shawn! Glad to have you aboard...

slolane · April 14th, 2011, 06:21 PM

Welcome Shawn.

AMMOCAN · April 14th, 2011, 07:15 PM

KJohnson21 · April 14th, 2011, 11:09 PM

CZroe · April 15th, 2011, 12:33 AM

Following in The Duck's footsteps, I see.

Shawn · April 15th, 2011, 06:50 AM

Thanks for the welcomes everyone!

HKr1 · April 15th, 2011, 10:27 AM

Welcome!

What part of Florida you heading to?

bob706 · April 15th, 2011, 10:39 AM

Welcome to the forum

Shawn · April 15th, 2011, 01:25 PM

Thanks HK and Bob, I will be staying in brooksville for a little, its not too far from Tampa and Orlando. I want to check out a few more places before I make a final decision on where.

kkim · April 15th, 2011, 01:33 PM

Aloha and welcome, Shawn.

MSF and ATGATT?

shim the carbs and change the tires, if you have not... you'll be glad you did.

Shawn · April 15th, 2011, 03:40 PM

No MSF here, I can handle my own

I'm actually in the process of getting street gear now, I'm not stupid enough to ride without it. I've seen what happens when squids go down and I'm not about that, lol. I'm getting the AGV k3 Dreamtime helmet and Shift Racing Hybrid X gloves. I'm also going to be getting armor, for protection and support for my back. I've been looking at the Alpinestar Bionic S 2 jacket, probably going to end up getting it because it looks like what I'd want in armor.

I would love to start modding it, but like I said I'm deadset on a 09-10 250r so there wouldn't be any point in putting money into this bike before I sell/trade it in. I have tonsss in store for the new bike though

kkim · April 15th, 2011, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shawn

No MSF here, I can handle my own

sorry... had no idea you knew everything already.

Shawn · April 15th, 2011, 04:18 PM

Well I do

haha i kid i kid.

But I've been on bikes since forever, including stunting at one point, so I'm confident in my riding abilities. Plus I don't plan on riding like a dick lol. I like bikes from a mechanical aspect, same with cars which I'm big into..putting them together is almost more fun then using them!

kkim · April 15th, 2011, 04:30 PM

well, I was riding for over 40 years before I had a chance to take an MSF course. I felt, mostly like you, I knew everything due to my awesomeness.

I can tell you, I was wrong and learned a lot of things that I thought I knew, but didn't. You and I are completely different, but from your description of your background, I think we're more alike than you think. If you have a chance to take the course for free, I highly advise it. It is not a waste of time and can possible help to save your life one day. Riding a street bike on the road is nothing like what you've experienced as a dirt bike rider or as a cage driver.

Shawn · April 15th, 2011, 05:04 PM

Well, I am pretty awesome hahaha

But, in my defense, I used to ride my dirt bikes on the road, a lot lol. I do very much so understand what you're saying though, and if I can take the MSF course for free then I will definetly take it. I know I still have a lot to learn about riding street, I actually really wanted a 600/750 for the longest time, but I know I would probably end up getting in trouble, or killed. Plus I've been a big Kawi guy for years, so when I saw the new 250r I knew I'd be content for a while. This bike was a good deal, and will help contribute to the new bike fund

I really would like to turbo it down the road, but that's a whole different story

I'm guessing I would have to talk to Alex about maybe becoming a vendor for the forum? I'm going to be starting up my powder coating and media blasting business once I'm in Florida so being a vendor I could give discounts to forum members and stuff.

caps · April 15th, 2011, 05:38 PM

let me know when you come down. and FYI an MSF course is REQUIRED in FL for a license

Shawn · April 15th, 2011, 07:00 PM

I certinly will. And then I guess I'm taking the course after all lol, when I got my lisence in Jersey all they asked me was if I wanted to take it or not.

caps · April 15th, 2011, 07:25 PM

they may just accept your license without the coarse though.

vnranger · April 16th, 2011, 01:22 AM

Shawn · April 16th, 2011, 08:05 PM

I the checked with their dmv and its still required

I got 2 carb rebuild kits and allen head bolts for the bowls, got it all buttoned up today and she's running. Tomorrow I'm gonna play around with the mixture screws a little because I think its running on the lean side, and ill probably end up shimming the needles a little(thanks kkim).

caps · April 16th, 2011, 08:07 PM

just so you know the cheapest place in central florida is Joes Motorcycle Training in Lakeland

http://www.motorcyclelicensetraining.com/

Shawn · April 16th, 2011, 08:11 PM

Nice, thanks a lot

Snake · April 17th, 2011, 03:32 PM

Hello and welcome

Shawn · April 18th, 2011, 06:05 PM

Thanks Snake

Old

New

Turns out the petcock is dripping, gonna go to the Kawi dealer tomorrow and get a new 'packing', the rubber piece with 4 holes in it, because mine has a few small tears in it, hopefully that's the problem since it's pretty cheap.

I suppose I should make a seperate thread to document this instead of this one, I probably will once I get some more pictures lol

April 14th, 2011, 03:49 PM	#1
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	New from NJ...soon to be FL! What's up Ninja goers, names Shawn and I'm 19 residing in the lovely(not) state of NJ. I'm going to be moving to FL in probably a month or two, great riding weather lol I recently got a 2001 Ninja 250 with 7K on it, my first street bike. I've been riding dirt bikes/quads since 9, used to be heavy into riding then I got into a car accident and messed up my back...so no more dirt for me. I came across this ninja for a good deal so I picked it up. It's been sitting over the winter so first thing I did was the oil and filter, plugs, carb clean/rebuild and fuel filter. Enough blabing here's some pics Before last winter Once I got her home and started cleaning All back together..for now I would love to start moding her, but I plan on selling this and my civic to get a 2010 250r very soon.

April 14th, 2011, 03:51 PM	#2
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April 14th, 2011, 07:15 PM	#4
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April 18th, 2011, 06:05 PM	#25
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	Thanks Snake Old New Turns out the petcock is dripping, gonna go to the Kawi dealer tomorrow and get a new 'packing', the rubber piece with 4 holes in it, because mine has a few small tears in it, hopefully that's the problem since it's pretty cheap. I suppose I should make a seperate thread to document this instead of this one, I probably will once I get some more pictures lol Last futzed with by Shawn; April 19th, 2011 at 07:29 AM.

April 14th, 2011, 06:21 PM	#3
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	Welcome Shawn.

April 15th, 2011, 12:33 AM	#6
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Following in The Duck's footsteps, I see.

April 15th, 2011, 06:50 AM	#7
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	Thanks for the welcomes everyone!

April 15th, 2011, 10:27 AM	#8
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Welcome! What part of Florida you heading to?

April 15th, 2011, 10:39 AM	#9
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.	Welcome to the forum

April 15th, 2011, 01:25 PM	#10
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	Thanks HK and Bob, I will be staying in brooksville for a little, its not too far from Tampa and Orlando. I want to check out a few more places before I make a final decision on where.

April 15th, 2011, 01:33 PM	#11
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Aloha and welcome, Shawn. MSF and ATGATT? shim the carbs and change the tires, if you have not... you'll be glad you did.

April 15th, 2011, 03:40 PM	#12
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	No MSF here, I can handle my own I'm actually in the process of getting street gear now, I'm not stupid enough to ride without it. I've seen what happens when squids go down and I'm not about that, lol. I'm getting the AGV k3 Dreamtime helmet and Shift Racing Hybrid X gloves. I'm also going to be getting armor, for protection and support for my back. I've been looking at the Alpinestar Bionic S 2 jacket, probably going to end up getting it because it looks like what I'd want in armor. I would love to start modding it, but like I said I'm deadset on a 09-10 250r so there wouldn't be any point in putting money into this bike before I sell/trade it in. I have tonsss in store for the new bike though

April 15th, 2011, 04:18 PM	#14
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	Well I do haha i kid i kid. But I've been on bikes since forever, including stunting at one point, so I'm confident in my riding abilities. Plus I don't plan on riding like a dick lol. I like bikes from a mechanical aspect, same with cars which I'm big into..putting them together is almost more fun then using them!

April 15th, 2011, 04:30 PM	#15
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	well, I was riding for over 40 years before I had a chance to take an MSF course. I felt, mostly like you, I knew everything due to my awesomeness. I can tell you, I was wrong and learned a lot of things that I thought I knew, but didn't. You and I are completely different, but from your description of your background, I think we're more alike than you think. If you have a chance to take the course for free, I highly advise it. It is not a waste of time and can possible help to save your life one day. Riding a street bike on the road is nothing like what you've experienced as a dirt bike rider or as a cage driver.

April 15th, 2011, 05:04 PM	#16
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	Well, I am pretty awesome hahaha But, in my defense, I used to ride my dirt bikes on the road, a lot lol. I do very much so understand what you're saying though, and if I can take the MSF course for free then I will definetly take it. I know I still have a lot to learn about riding street, I actually really wanted a 600/750 for the longest time, but I know I would probably end up getting in trouble, or killed. Plus I've been a big Kawi guy for years, so when I saw the new 250r I knew I'd be content for a while. This bike was a good deal, and will help contribute to the new bike fund I really would like to turbo it down the road, but that's a whole different story I'm guessing I would have to talk to Alex about maybe becoming a vendor for the forum? I'm going to be starting up my powder coating and media blasting business once I'm in Florida so being a vendor I could give discounts to forum members and stuff.

April 15th, 2011, 05:38 PM	#17
caps Sexy Beast Name: Mat Location: Tampa Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R, 2006 ZX-14, 2012 Ducati Monster Posts: A lot.	let me know when you come down. and FYI an MSF course is REQUIRED in FL for a license

April 15th, 2011, 07:00 PM	#18
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	I certinly will. And then I guess I'm taking the course after all lol, when I got my lisence in Jersey all they asked me was if I wanted to take it or not.

April 15th, 2011, 07:25 PM	#19
caps Sexy Beast Name: Mat Location: Tampa Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R, 2006 ZX-14, 2012 Ducati Monster Posts: A lot.	they may just accept your license without the coarse though.

April 16th, 2011, 01:22 AM	#20
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April 16th, 2011, 08:05 PM	#21
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	I the checked with their dmv and its still required I got 2 carb rebuild kits and allen head bolts for the bowls, got it all buttoned up today and she's running. Tomorrow I'm gonna play around with the mixture screws a little because I think its running on the lean side, and ill probably end up shimming the needles a little(thanks kkim).

April 16th, 2011, 08:07 PM	#22
caps Sexy Beast Name: Mat Location: Tampa Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R, 2006 ZX-14, 2012 Ducati Monster Posts: A lot.	just so you know the cheapest place in central florida is Joes Motorcycle Training in Lakeland http://www.motorcyclelicensetraining.com/

April 16th, 2011, 08:11 PM	#23
Shawn ninjette.org member Name: Shawn Location: florida Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 65	Nice, thanks a lot

April 17th, 2011, 03:32 PM	#24
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Hello and welcome