October 5th, 2013, 10:51 PM | #1 |
So, where's the reverse?
Name: Anson
Location: Ontario, Canada
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Is that a F1 car? No, it's a Ninja 250!
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October 5th, 2013, 11:31 PM | #2 |
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Name: Harper
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Whatever that is I have to have one!!! Kawasaki 250 4cylindar??? Off to google I go... Thanks for the share
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October 6th, 2013, 10:10 AM | #6 |
I'm crazy,your excuse is?
Name: Winston
Location: Connecticut
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That bike is a riot for sure. If I ever see one its mine!
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October 6th, 2013, 10:36 AM | #7 |
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That exhaust note is epic.
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October 6th, 2013, 10:40 AM | #8 |
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There are bikes that not only sound like that but also go fast. I'm not sure what they are but I have seen and heard them before.
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October 6th, 2013, 10:41 AM | #9 |
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October 6th, 2013, 11:20 AM | #10 |
Certifiable nontundrum
Name: Harper
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We gonna need some research an an update on that one... I figured you would have one already I sure don't need one that goes as fast as that one sounds like it should be, but that sound I gota have
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October 6th, 2013, 04:26 PM | #11 |
not an actual panda
Name: dan
Location: philadelphia
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I keep hoping they'll change moto3 rules and go back to 250 i4s and maybe manufactures will start making these again.
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October 7th, 2013, 05:41 AM | #12 |
Are you sure about that?
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Ha ha. I love the sound of that bike. But, personally, I'd hate the attention that it would attract.
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October 8th, 2013, 05:47 AM | #14 |
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this is the bike that i need! kewl sound but max speed around 140!
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October 8th, 2013, 04:10 PM | #15 |
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Name: Kevin
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I just need to find a way to get one of these to the US!
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October 9th, 2013, 03:55 PM | #16 |
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I've been researching these for the past 3 weeks. 1990's 250, 4 cylinder machines: ZXR250, ZX2R, CBR250RR, and I think the FZR250. All of these bad boys are in Japan. Some have been exported out to the UK and Australia. But I haven't found a way to get them to the US. But honestly, the cost to maintain these things would be so ridiculous that it wouldn't be worth it.
I REALLY REALLY want one! 40 HP. Light chasis. A screamer like the current 250R. Sigh. e will never see one... |
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October 9th, 2013, 08:13 PM | #17 |
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40 hp... Say, I think there's a brand new bike out there that is capable of 40 hp with a high strung attitude after some minimal modifications. It even has a stiffer, sportier handling frame compared to previous models and has some sexy new plastics. It might even be just as reliable as any modern motorcycle and has an expanding aftermarket. Hmmmmmm.
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October 9th, 2013, 08:30 PM | #18 |
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40 hp is underestimating them. They were getting so fast the Japanese government had to limit them to 45 hp. So the potential is much higher. Plus they sound so much better than the 300. They have aluminum twin spar frames and some decent suspension from the factory if I remember correctly. Something a 300 doesnt
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October 9th, 2013, 09:15 PM | #19 |
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Yes in aware... -_-
But I'm just saying. At this point, importing that isn't viable. I'm still waiting for high compression pistons, ignition advancement, hot cams, etc on the 300. That frame is still more than capable for 99% of riders, so I'm not even considering the older twin spar frame as something to drool over |
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October 9th, 2013, 09:20 PM | #20 |
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I'd still totally rock one if given the chance.
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October 9th, 2013, 11:08 PM | #21 |
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I'd have it just for that sound on beer runs. Would scare the crap outta my neighbors.
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October 10th, 2013, 10:25 AM | #22 |
dirty boy
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October 10th, 2013, 10:40 AM | #23 |
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You honestly can't compare these to a 300. These are rare, unique and bad ass. The 300 is a great bike and all, but it's just a budget built parallel twin kawi. And it's readily available to anyone who wants and can afford one, an I4 250 is not.
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October 10th, 2013, 11:00 AM | #24 |
I'm crazy,your excuse is?
Name: Winston
Location: Connecticut
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I bet the bike boneyards in Japan a littered with these jewels...
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October 11th, 2013, 03:05 PM | #25 |
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The handlebars on that bike... does anybody know what kind they are or who produces them?
(Are they specifically designed for a cafe racer look, or are they just normal low-rise handlebars that have been rotated way forward?) |
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October 11th, 2013, 03:16 PM | #26 |
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looks like a cruiser bar that's rotated forwards and down
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October 11th, 2013, 03:38 PM | #27 |
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I thought so... Just yesterday (Thursday the 10th) I purchased a 1993 Suzuki Bandit 400. It's a little rough as you'd expect from a 20 year old bike, but it has great potential.
I think that a handlebar like the one in this video would be the perfect way to add a couple inches of forward reach. This movement of the controls would better match my body (6'1" with pretty long arms). I don't want the controls to be any lower than they are now so clip-ons are out of the question. |
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October 11th, 2013, 03:47 PM | #28 |
I'm crazy,your excuse is?
Name: Winston
Location: Connecticut
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Those bars are called "clubmans" me thinks...
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October 11th, 2013, 06:46 PM | #29 |
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October 11th, 2013, 09:31 PM | #30 |
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Nice score on the bandit 400. I have been trying to get my hands on one, or a CB1
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October 11th, 2013, 09:42 PM | #31 |
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Thanks, it took me a while to find it.
My wish-list was: CB1 as a first choice (so rare) with the GSF400 as second choice (love that slightly de-tuned GSXR400 engine) and the FZR400 third (usually can only find totally beat-to-shiite ex-racers). So this 1993 GSF400 will be my winter-to-spring rebuild/restoration project (it's a bit rough cosmetically). I'm also going fit it with Fuel Injection just like I did on my EX-250 (already in the planning and parts gathering process). |
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December 3rd, 2013, 10:48 AM | #34 |
sail away
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made me giggle a little inside. ok outside too.
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December 3rd, 2013, 10:49 AM | #35 |
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This has been posted before so I put this in the dumb ass repost category.
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December 3rd, 2013, 11:33 AM | #36 | |
wat
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December 3rd, 2013, 05:55 PM | #37 |
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Haha, love it.
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December 3rd, 2013, 05:57 PM | #38 |
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I gota get one someday!!!
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December 3rd, 2013, 07:07 PM | #39 |
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I raced agenced a Yamaha 250 with an inline four. The 19000 rpm engine sounded great.. But consistanly over a year it was about Four mph over my ninja 250. It was not that impressive. And I would not want the added complexity without a good parts supply.
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December 3rd, 2013, 11:54 PM | #40 |
That's me!
Name: TJ
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I've always wondered how they controlled the valves on those. Valve springs don't like frequencies THAT high. Nice find on the video. That sounds super sweet.
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