2012 ninja 250R tire options

js380 · May 19th, 2014, 04:22 PM

Hey my 2012 250R ninja will be needing a rear tire soon. The bike is a casual ridden bike nothing aggressive. My question is where and which rear tire is the cheapest option for this bike. Also are there any other sizes that are more common and cheaper that will fit the bike without any major diffrences? Thanks in advance

alex.s · May 19th, 2014, 04:25 PM

you could probably get replacement IRCs or some stupid Kendas for cheap. but don't cheap out on rubber. good rubber can mean the difference between crashing or not. i like bt45's for mild riding

Alex · May 19th, 2014, 04:29 PM

https://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options

NevadaWolf · May 19th, 2014, 04:35 PM

Here's a list of tires that fit: https://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options (not sure how current that is).

For the newgens, the front can hold either a 110 or 120, the rear does a 130 or 140.

For casual every day riding, IRCs work. They aren't good or bad, they just *are*.

Pirelli's, like the Rosso IIs, are geared more for aggressive riding say canyons or track so your mileage will definitely suffer.

Bridgestone BT-45s are geared more for touring and while the price was higher than the IRCs, they pay for themselves in longevity.

I've read on here that the Kendas are a good inexpensive option with moderate mileage for general riding. Never used them myself.

Strictly my opinion, so take with a huge grain of salt.

js380 · May 19th, 2014, 05:31 PM

Thanks guys i will look into those tires. where is the best place to buy tires online for lowest prices?
Also would it be ok to use a 140 on the rear and a 110 on the front?

csmith12 · May 19th, 2014, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by js380

Also would it be ok to use a 140 on the rear and a 110 on the front?

Most certainly.

Kscreations08 · May 19th, 2014, 08:09 PM

check out www.americanmototire.com

very simple site with good prices. Just did business with them and had good results. If you email, you'll most likely talk to Vaughn. As for low budget rubber options, I just got the Shinko SR741 after reading some good reviews. They are still too new to review from personal experience (less than 100 miles on them) but for less than 70 bucks...

Happy to be able to add my .02

verboten1 · May 19th, 2014, 08:54 PM

Every bike I have other than my ninja has gotten shinkos, good cheap tires.

Kscreations08 · May 19th, 2014, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by verboten1

Every bike I have other than my ninja has gotten shinkos, good cheap tires.

I love when more experienced riders verify my stuff. Makes me feel good, like I know what I'm doing almost lol

verboten1 · May 19th, 2014, 09:13 PM

Lol, after buying shinkos so often, spending $200 on a set of michelins HURT, bad

BoBO · May 19th, 2014, 10:08 PM

Pirelli Sport Demons worked out for me, and you can still keep the OEM size.

reroka · May 20th, 2014, 10:29 AM

So what you are saying is, MY 2012 250 can take a rear tire size of 140/70/17 and a front of 120/70/17? If that is the case I am going to order the BT45s

Quote:

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

Here's a list of tires that fit: https://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options (not sure how current that is).

For the newgens, the front can hold either a 110 or 120, the rear does a 130 or 140.

For casual every day riding, IRCs work. They aren't good or bad, they just *are*.

Pirelli's, like the Rosso IIs, are geared more for aggressive riding say canyons or track so your mileage will definitely suffer.

Bridgestone BT-45s are geared more for touring and while the price was higher than the IRCs, they pay for themselves in longevity.

I've read on here that the Kendas are a good inexpensive option with moderate mileage for general riding. Never used them myself.

Strictly my opinion, so take with a huge grain of salt.

Alex · May 20th, 2014, 10:42 AM

There is no advantage to the 120 front over the 110. It will raise the front of your bike and slow down the steering.

reroka · May 20th, 2014, 10:47 AM

That makes sense, how about going bigger in the back. Any difference?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

There is no advantage to the 120 front over the 110. It will raise the front of your bike and slow down the steering.

DaBlue1 · May 20th, 2014, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reroka

So what you are saying is, MY 2012 250 can take a rear tire size of 140/70/17 and a front of 120/70/17? If that is the case I am going to order the BT45s

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

There is no advantage to the 120 front over the 110. It will raise the front of your bike and slow down the steering.

See this thread- Review: Bridgestone Battlax BT-45 140/70-17 and 120/70-17

Alex · May 20th, 2014, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reroka

That makes sense, how about going bigger in the back. Any difference?

Panty-dropping cred.

(No, given the same tire. If a better tire is only available in a 140, or even a 150, then it's a compromise in size to get a better compound. Check the tire wiki here, or any of the similar tire threads at the bottom of the page for more info).

reroka · May 20th, 2014, 11:04 AM

LMAO,

I have not been here long, but you are by fat the best responder. I love reading what you post. Either being funny or real.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Panty-dropping cred.

(No, given the same tire. If a better tire is only available in a 140, or even a 150, then it's a compromise in size to get a better compound. Check the tire wiki here, or any of the similar tire threads at the bottom of the page for more info).

sonny4472 · May 20th, 2014, 11:20 AM

I'm a firm believer in profile and compounds. I honestly don't believe there is any advantage over the 140/110 combo.

cbinker · May 20th, 2014, 12:58 PM

I would stay away from 150 rears, unless it is an awesome deal, a lot of wasted rubber. I still have about half inch of unused rubber on mine and that is from track day use. I was hitting peg around almost all corners too.

capt_bugaloo · May 21st, 2014, 06:09 PM

Never be 'cheap' with tires or brakes. You can be cheap with the things that make you go, but it's not so smart to be cheap with the things that make you stop.

May 19th, 2014, 04:22 PM	#1
js380 ninjette.org member Name: James Location: Kentucky Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 32	2012 ninja 250R tire options Hey my 2012 250R ninja will be needing a rear tire soon. The bike is a casual ridden bike nothing aggressive. My question is where and which rear tire is the cheapest option for this bike. Also are there any other sizes that are more common and cheaper that will fit the bike without any major diffrences? Thanks in advance Last futzed with by js380; May 19th, 2014 at 10:08 PM.

May 19th, 2014, 04:25 PM	#2
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	you could probably get replacement IRCs or some stupid Kendas for cheap. but don't cheap out on rubber. good rubber can mean the difference between crashing or not. i like bt45's for mild riding __________________________________________________

May 19th, 2014, 04:29 PM	#3
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	https://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

May 19th, 2014, 04:35 PM	#4
NevadaWolf Certified looney toon Name: Teri Location: 39°52'40.7"N 118°23'53.8"W (Northern NV) Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 102k+ miles -- 2014 CB500X, 42k+ miles Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 16 MOTM Jul '13, Jul '14	Here's a list of tires that fit: https://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options (not sure how current that is). For the newgens, the front can hold either a 110 or 120, the rear does a 130 or 140. For casual every day riding, IRCs work. They aren't good or bad, they just are. Pirelli's, like the Rosso IIs, are geared more for aggressive riding say canyons or track so your mileage will definitely suffer. Bridgestone BT-45s are geared more for touring and while the price was higher than the IRCs, they pay for themselves in longevity. I've read on here that the Kendas are a good inexpensive option with moderate mileage for general riding. Never used them myself. Strictly my opinion, so take with a huge grain of salt. __________________________________________________ <-- Linky Hey Unregistered! The code [you] shows the username currently logged in. IBA # 56020 AMA # 521481 Fun Rides! ][ My Videos ][ My Gear Hold yourself to the same rules you expect others to follow.

May 19th, 2014, 08:09 PM	#7
Kscreations08 Fresh Deli Meat Name: Kevin Location: Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Join Date: Feb 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2009 250R Ninja -Neener- Posts: 678	check out www.americanmototire.com very simple site with good prices. Just did business with them and had good results. If you email, you'll most likely talk to Vaughn. As for low budget rubber options, I just got the Shinko SR741 after reading some good reviews. They are still too new to review from personal experience (less than 100 miles on them) but for less than 70 bucks... Happy to be able to add my .02 __________________________________________________ We shall call thee "Seahorse." -Antiant on Couvade Syndrome

May 19th, 2014, 05:31 PM	#5
js380 ninjette.org member Name: James Location: Kentucky Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 32	Thanks guys i will look into those tires. where is the best place to buy tires online for lowest prices? Also would it be ok to use a 140 on the rear and a 110 on the front?

May 19th, 2014, 08:54 PM	#8
verboten1 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Monroe, MI Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): '75 CB550:.'82 XV920:.'00 KLR650:.'00 EX250:.'08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTM - June '15	Every bike I have other than my ninja has gotten shinkos, good cheap tires. __________________________________________________ '82 XV920: Soon to be tracker--'00 KLR685:adv --'04 DRZ400E--'12 Super Tenere --'13 Versys Ride more, worry less.

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verboten1 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Monroe, MI Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): '75 CB550:.'82 XV920:.'00 KLR650:.'00 EX250:.'08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTM - June '15	Lol, after buying shinkos so often, spending $200 on a set of michelins HURT, bad __________________________________________________ '82 XV920: Soon to be tracker--'00 KLR685:adv --'04 DRZ400E--'12 Super Tenere --'13 Versys Ride more, worry less.

May 19th, 2014, 10:08 PM	#11
BoBO ninjette.org guru Name: Genesis Location: Paradise Valley Village, AZ Join Date: Jan 2014 Motorcycle(s): SC28 Fireblade Posts: 463	Pirelli Sport Demons worked out for me, and you can still keep the OEM size. __________________________________________________ 94 900RR 04 BMW Z4 2.5 M Package 01 R170 AMG Sport Package

May 20th, 2014, 10:42 AM	#13
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	There is no advantage to the 120 front over the 110. It will raise the front of your bike and slow down the steering. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

May 20th, 2014, 11:20 AM	#18
sonny4472 ninjette.org member Name: Sonny Location: Saint louis Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): 09 250r, 09 1125r, 95 Virago Posts: 78	I'm a firm believer in profile and compounds. I honestly don't believe there is any advantage over the 140/110 combo.

May 20th, 2014, 12:58 PM	#19
cbinker Track Clown Name: Chris Location: Kingman, AZ Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R, 21 MV F3 800, Kawasaki 400 build Posts: A lot. MOTM - Sep '15	I would stay away from 150 rears, unless it is an awesome deal, a lot of wasted rubber. I still have about half inch of unused rubber on mine and that is from track day use. I was hitting peg around almost all corners too. __________________________________________________ TEAM ALFALFA www.apexassassins.com

May 21st, 2014, 06:09 PM	#20
capt_bugaloo motorcycle rider Name: Bruce Location: Victoria, BC Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver) Posts: A lot.	Never be 'cheap' with tires or brakes. You can be cheap with the things that make you go, but it's not so smart to be cheap with the things that make you stop. __________________________________________________ '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver)

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