March 4th, 2017, 05:14 PM | #7721 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Bob
Location: NY
Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 730
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Think I might sell it..... the 2010 at least ... not sure
3,200 miles I think? Still change the oil Castrol racing with kn filter every spring tho! Call it a waste , I say $40 investment
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March 4th, 2017, 11:43 PM | #7722 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Kerry
Location: Ventura, CA
Join Date: Jan 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja650 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Apr '18, Apr '17, Apr '16
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Some routine maintenance and then we went riding.
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March 6th, 2017, 11:40 AM | #7723 |
Guy Who Enjoys Riding
Name: Jim
Location: North Carolina
Join Date: Jul 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Oct '18, Aug '17, Aug '16
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I installed a newgen rear shock assembly and new Sonic front springs in my 2005. Then I took off the starter and oiled the shaft bushing that was squawking (non-roller-bearing end). It seems to need oil about once a year. I'm looking forward to a test ride this afternoon.
Next is the hydraulic clutch actuator. |
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March 6th, 2017, 05:54 PM | #7724 |
CCS Amateur #501
Name: Dave
Location: Iowa
Join Date: Jun 2015 Motorcycle(s): '09 250 SE 'Booger' Posts: 406
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Built (almost done) workbench for garage so I can rebuild brake caliper in a civilized manner. Mounting up race bodywork next.
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March 12th, 2017, 03:51 PM | #7725 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Dante
Location: Salem, OR
Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2016 Ninja 300 ABS, R.I.P 1986 Ninja EX250 Posts: 94
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Installed a projector headlight kit (K&T, not BK Moto) with demon eyes, as well as smoked LED Turn Signals and a new relay. Absolutely love the look of it! <3
EDIT for next day: Installed a black double bubble windscreen, but the weather is too crappy to test it out. Q_Q Last futzed with by DanteCoal; March 13th, 2017 at 05:16 PM. |
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March 19th, 2017, 09:09 PM | #7726 |
Ninjette Jockey
Name: Tim
Location: Stockton, Ca
Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R, Harley Davidson Heritage Softail, 2 Honda Monkeys, Polini & GRC mini GP Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 3
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Ho hum, just an oil & filter change. I love the K&N filters, they come with both O-rings!
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April 4th, 2017, 03:39 PM | #7727 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Chris
Location: Michigan
Join Date: Oct 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 2007 YZF600R Posts: 22
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She got new grips today and some spiegler brake lines with new brake pads this past Sunday.
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April 5th, 2017, 04:47 AM | #7728 |
CCS Amateur #501
Name: Dave
Location: Iowa
Join Date: Jun 2015 Motorcycle(s): '09 250 SE 'Booger' Posts: 406
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Cut off kickstand bracket. Race body install in progress.
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April 5th, 2017, 07:26 AM | #7729 |
Motorbike Obsessed
Name: Me
Location: SoCal
Join Date: May 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2004 Kawasaki EX250, 2004 Yamaha FZ1, 2006 Honda CRF 450 Flat Track Race Bike Posts: 133
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I did the same thing this weekend to my 2004 Race Bike and just finished pulling and setting the preload on the shock last night. Feels so much better just sitting on it in the garage. I can't wait to get on it out on the track!
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April 5th, 2017, 04:19 PM | #7730 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Brandon
Location: Monroe, NC
Join Date: Aug 2016 Motorcycle(s): 07 Ninja 250 Cafe Racer Posts: 55
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Took it out and rode it. Surprisingly it didn't feel slow at all. You gotta keep the revs above 8k, but it really moves out for a 250cc bike. I can tell by all the looks of hate when I'm riding through a neighborhood, that people hate the loudness when it's going by reving so high, but it's an awesomely nimble little machine, and is pretty balls out at WOT. I keep wanting to sell it, but then I go out and ride it again...It was my first bike, so I think I'm gonna keep it.
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April 5th, 2017, 07:02 PM | #7731 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Joe
Location: KS
Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninjette Posts: 60
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I haven't quite done it yet, but I just got some cheap pregen ninja forks (straight and not leaking surprisingly) to practice doing my fork seals on before I attempt it on my 09. Maybe if I don't ruin them someone in Kansas could find a use for them afterwards.
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April 5th, 2017, 10:20 PM | #7732 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: O.B.
Location: New England
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 1997 ex250 Posts: 7
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Mounted idiot lights in the back of a cheap Chinese headlight housing. Still need to clean it up a bit.
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April 7th, 2017, 07:56 AM | #7733 |
Guy Who Enjoys Riding
Name: Jim
Location: North Carolina
Join Date: Jul 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Oct '18, Aug '17, Aug '16
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When riding though a neighborhood I'm usually in the 3,000-4,000 rpm range, and with my stock exhaust system and airbox, I doubt if many people even notice me passing. I kinda like non riders not expressing hate at motorcycles.
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April 7th, 2017, 06:43 PM | #7734 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Brandon
Location: Monroe, NC
Join Date: Aug 2016 Motorcycle(s): 07 Ninja 250 Cafe Racer Posts: 55
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I have stock exhaust and mufflers on the bike, a lot of the sound comes back through the the carb and K&N Filter. It's crazy how much louder the bike gets when you delete the air box, jet the carb, and install a Pod Air Filter. It's really nothing over the top obnoxious though, people just hate anything loud now days.
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April 12th, 2017, 02:00 PM | #7735 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Bob
Location: NY
Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 730
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And cleaned the chain
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April 17th, 2017, 08:15 AM | #7736 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Al
Location: York, Pa
Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300..............2008 Ninja 500-sold...2009 Ninja 250-Crashed Posts: Too much.
MOTM - Sep '14
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oil change
T6
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April 21st, 2017, 10:35 AM | #7737 |
way better at cars
Name: Ian
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Join Date: Apr 2017 Motorcycle(s): '07 250 Posts: 39
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Put a bolt under the seat so I can lock my helmet to the bike without it melting on the exhaust.
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April 21st, 2017, 05:30 PM | #7738 |
ninjette.org member
Name: RJ
Location: PA
Join Date: Dec 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 Posts: 210
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In the middle of a valve adjustment. Just did all the math, trying to locate the right shims tomorrow and start putting her back together.
After 12k miles and zero previous checking/adjusting all the intake valves are middle of the spec. The exhaust valves are wayyyyy tight. |
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April 21st, 2017, 06:43 PM | #7739 |
way better at cars
Name: Ian
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Join Date: Apr 2017 Motorcycle(s): '07 250 Posts: 39
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aaaand it rattled off. gonna get a nut and do that again. <.<
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May 25th, 2017, 11:00 AM | #7740 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Hansveer
Location: Bombay, India
Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r - Track whore, Ninja 300 - SOLD, KTM RC390 - Orange Hulk, Ducati 899 Panigale - Red Devil. Posts: A lot.
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Not exactly today, but SHE'S ALIVE!!!!! After nearly two years dead, my baby Ninja has been brought back to life! Never mind the dirt and the lack of fairings, the dirt has been cleaned and the fairings are at the painter getting a makeover. She's going to be my track only bike.
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May 30th, 2017, 01:27 PM | #7741 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: Ray
Location: 48162
Join Date: Aug 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 450
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Installed Pro Bolts
STAINLESS STEEL FAIRING KIT KAWASAKI NINJA 250R STAINLESS STEEL SCREEN KIT 4 BOLTS STAINLESS STEEL FRONT BRAKE CALIPER MOUNTING BOLT KIT RACE SPEC STAINLESS STEEL REAR BRAKE CALIPER MOUNT BOLT SET STAINLESS STEEL RIDER FOOTREST HANGER BOLT SET x 2 STAINLESS STEEL DISC BOLT KAWASAKI PACK Replaced Front Caliper w/pads Replaced Rear Caliper w/pads Used Meguires Ultimate black on all black plastic - Looks amazing compared to faded black plastic. Just got tired of looking at all the rusty and old corroded bolts on the bike. |
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May 30th, 2017, 02:43 PM | #7742 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Topaz
Location: South Florida
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 / Suzuki DR-Z 400 SM Posts: 214
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I did a quick oil change today. First time I changed the oil on the 'new for me' Ninjita.
I used Kawasaki performance Full Synthetic SAE 10w-40. It took 2.5 quarters changing the filter as well. I only do about 3000 miles a year, so I change my oil yearly. Good thing is that I didn't have to take out any fairings. The filter wasn't over tightened, so it easily came out by hand. New filter came in by hand as well. No leaks. The oil plug is very accessible without removing any fairing, and the oil pours out nicely into the pan. In my previous bike, even taking out some fairings, I had to put some aluminum foil to prevent the oil from pouring on the header pipes. The crush washer looked like new, so I reused it. No leaks there either. So, all in all, I was done in about 20 mins. I expected to feel a difference in the gear shifting, to be smoother, but no change. So I guess the old oil was still good. It had 3000 miles. Only thing to mention is the common issue about the ebay sellers offering the filter <16097-0004 Made in Japan>, and then sending a filter <16097-0008 Made in China>. I bought the "Ninja 300 Full Synthetic Oil Change Kit" from seller 'fullthrottlemotorsportsiowa' for $52 The description of the item didn't specify what filter was included, but the picture clearly showed the filter 0004 Made in Japan. I asked the seller about this, and he said. "Yes, it's the superseeded part. Sorry.". I sent him a second email but there was no response, so I ended up leaving him neutral feedback. if you want the filter made in japan, be sure to ask before buying. And avoid this seller, as for what I see, he didn't change the picture or the description after my inquire. |
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May 30th, 2017, 02:59 PM | #7743 | |
Rev Limiter
Name: Jay
Location: WI
Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16
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June 12th, 2017, 10:36 AM | #7744 | |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Wayan
Location: Bali - Indonesia
Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Z250 Posts: A lot.
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He will be 3 in November, and is already taking stuff apart and putting them back together (not the chicken! ha ha). https://youtu.be/P7hf4ILSloQ (thats a broken welder that i dont use anymore, and let him play with, he he)
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Kawasaki Z250, Bored up to 300cc with 12.8 CR, 41hp at wheel 27nm torque, Two bros full exhaust with DB killer Dynojet Power Commander V, KnN Open filter, intake and exhaust ported, Puig Windshield |
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June 13th, 2017, 09:09 PM | #7745 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
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Pulled the trigger on a new chain tool, it my Father's Day present to myself.
D.I.D KM500R Chain Cut and Rivet Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PM2EI..._tAlqzb1GQ131H
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June 14th, 2017, 03:57 AM | #7746 |
Board Member
Name: ...
Location: WI
Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250R (street), 250R (dirt) Posts: A lot.
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Broke a valve spring
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June 14th, 2017, 05:48 AM | #7747 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Bill
Location: Port Huron, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki 250 Ninja, 1982 Honda Ascot FT500 Posts: A lot.
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Put a New Hole In Her Bottom
The previous owner, an orangutan I think, stripped-out the oil drain plug threads in my crankcase. Oh me, oh my - Helicoil? A British poster here, Chris (Mowhawk), suggested a new-gen oil sump screen cover which has the drain plug located in it. It's a direct bolt-on swap. Thank you again Chris. So, after cleaning priming and painting my eBay part, and installing my new magnetic drain plug, I installed it. Then I bead blasted the old drain plug to rough it up for epoxy, put a coat of JB Weld on the drain plug threads and what was left of the threads in the crankcase. and screwed the old drain plug in for the last time. It was a-bit tedious making sure all the engine oil was removed from the crankcase threads. I used a modified toothbrush and lacquer thinner to get it as clean as possible. Then I thought, sure as spit, that someday someone might put a wrench to the old drain plug making for a very bad day. So I found a plastic bottle with a slightly larger diameter than the head of the drain plug, cut off a portion of the bottom of the bottle slightly taller than the height of the drain plug hex, filled it about 1/2 full of epoxy and glued it over the top of the drain plug. Ta da, no more hex head to put a wrench on. Short ride, no leaks, life is good again. Making a silk purse out of a sows ear - I now have about 4 tablespoons of additional oil sump capacity and a mini oil cooler cause the new cover has significant cooling fins cast in it. On the down side I lost about 2 1/2" of ground clearance.
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June 14th, 2017, 05:54 AM | #7748 | |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Bill
Location: Port Huron, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki 250 Ninja, 1982 Honda Ascot FT500 Posts: A lot.
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Oil filter
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June 14th, 2017, 05:58 AM | #7749 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Topaz
Location: South Florida
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 / Suzuki DR-Z 400 SM Posts: 214
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^^ Yes, my filters didn't come with any oRing, neither the old nor the new one. But it looks like it doesn't need it. No leaks before or after the filter replacement.
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June 14th, 2017, 06:01 AM | #7750 | |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Bill
Location: Port Huron, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki 250 Ninja, 1982 Honda Ascot FT500 Posts: A lot.
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Engine Oil
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June 14th, 2017, 06:09 AM | #7751 | |
ninjette.org member
Name: Topaz
Location: South Florida
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 / Suzuki DR-Z 400 SM Posts: 214
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Looks good. I'd get one when it's time to change the chain. Tell us how it worked when you use it. |
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June 14th, 2017, 06:09 AM | #7752 | |
Rev Limiter
Name: Jay
Location: WI
Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16
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Rotella (and other diesel oils) have the higher level of additives (Zinc and Phosphorus - ZDDP) that have been removed from current auto oils. It's a lower level (Group III) synthetic and doesn't contain additives that may cause clutch issues. It's good quality and readily available for a reasonable price. T6 has been certified JASO-MA for use with wet clutches. The Mobil1 4T oil you are using is a step up, and is designed for cycle use. All "cycle-specific" oils are designed to be used with wet clutches. A good choice, though a bit more expensive. |
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June 14th, 2017, 06:20 AM | #7753 | |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Bill
Location: Port Huron, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki 250 Ninja, 1982 Honda Ascot FT500 Posts: A lot.
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June 14th, 2017, 06:33 AM | #7754 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Al
Location: York, Pa
Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300..............2008 Ninja 500-sold...2009 Ninja 250-Crashed Posts: Too much.
MOTM - Sep '14
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June 14th, 2017, 07:04 AM | #7755 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Bill
Location: Port Huron, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki 250 Ninja, 1982 Honda Ascot FT500 Posts: A lot.
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Mufflers
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June 17th, 2017, 02:41 PM | #7756 | |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
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I tried one of those cheap POS, and it broke LoL. So as always spend the right the first time, I knew this beforehand, but thought I would try the cheaper one, just in case, well case was it's a waste of money and time. Good thing I got it from Amazon, so return and refund was easy and quick. Here is the cheaper one I tried and destroyed 8milelake Motorcycle Cam Drive Chain Breaker Riveter Rivet Riveting Cutter Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012CCQFDE..._.eArzbB3M3M1V So I give the DID unit the Ghostt seal of approval, and as always spend the money right the first time, and buy quality tools.
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June 17th, 2017, 03:57 PM | #7757 | |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Bill
Location: Port Huron, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2017 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki 250 Ninja, 1982 Honda Ascot FT500 Posts: A lot.
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I have 10k on my present chain and it looks like it's going to last at least another 10k miles. I just want to be prepared. Bill |
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June 17th, 2017, 04:58 PM | #7758 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
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I got mine from on Amazon
D.I.D KM500R Chain Cut and Rivet Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PM2EI..._OhCrzbJ4NQM8V Here's a video that someone else made, but you get the point it's actually pretty good one as it shows use of the tool.
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June 17th, 2017, 05:21 PM | #7759 |
Guy Who Enjoys Riding
Name: Jim
Location: North Carolina
Join Date: Jul 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Oct '18, Aug '17, Aug '16
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Of course if you plan to use a master link on the new chain, a grinder with a cutoff wheel will remove the old chain very cheaply.
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June 17th, 2017, 05:56 PM | #7760 | |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
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This tool makes it so easy, the only downside is the cost, but once again buy quality tools and you won't be sorry you did. In my case I hope I don't misplace the tool, getting old has its disadvantages LoL.
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