What Did You Do to Your Ninjette Today ?? - Page 71

DreamN · January 7th, 2013, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kstorm21

I had the same issues at first. I had to take off the black rubber piece that's inside the fairing. It still doesn't get super tight but it serves it's purpose.

Yeah I did that and just wasn't satisfied. Plus I like the idea of that piece being there for some sort of stability.

I'll see if lowe's has an adapter I can use.

Kstorm21 · January 7th, 2013, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DreamN

Yeah I did that and just wasn't satisfied. Plus I like the idea of that piece being there for some sort of stability.

I'll see if lowe's has an adapter I can use.

With it some what tight and that piece out, but with the black rubber piece one the outside under the light it keeps it in place. Never had an issue with it. BUT...if you do figure something out, let me know.

DreamN · January 8th, 2013, 12:27 AM

I also just installed my "Progrip" Tank Pad.

Old Guy on a '08 · January 8th, 2013, 07:06 AM

Need Pics

GearMonkey · January 8th, 2013, 08:43 AM

Went to cycle gear just because I was in the area. Turns out they had 1 Hotbodies smoked black windshield for the new gen. On clearance, marked down to $5!!!!

This quick 5 minute project became a 2 day adventure with her getting naked and me becoming much more familiar with the bike.

End result:

CZroe · January 8th, 2013, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GearMonkey

Went to cycle gear just because I was in the area. Turns out they had 1 Hotbodies smoked black windshield for the new gen. On clearance, marked down to $5!!!!

This quick 5 minute project became a 2 day adventure with her getting naked and me becoming much more familiar with the bike.

End result:

Which one? Even if they don't have anymore it might save me the trouble of calling that one.

lgk · January 8th, 2013, 10:34 AM

yea for $5 you really can't go wrong

GearMonkey · January 8th, 2013, 11:29 AM

@CZroe The CycleGear on Cobb Pkwy in Smyrna.

rc racer · January 8th, 2013, 11:53 AM

Killer deal on that windscreen!

Today I safety wired my front and rear caliper mounting bolts.

Getting it ready for CMRA tech inspection in late february.

Slowly but surely getting all the required bits safety wired before round 1 at motor sport ranch Houston.

DreamN · January 8th, 2013, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Guy on a '08

Need Pics

If this is directed at me, well.... my bike is "nekkid" at the moment and isn't dolled up enough for a photo session yet. Though soon enough I'll take a couple shots of her.

rojoracing53 · January 8th, 2013, 02:24 PM

I decided to swap my already DIY license plate mount for my own friction hinged mount design. The hinge is all 316 Stainless steel and all the hardware is SS as well since this area tends to get quite wet.

CZroe · January 8th, 2013, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rojoracing53

I decided to swap my already DIY license plate mount for my own friction hinged mount design. The hinge is all 316 Stainless steel and all the hardware is SS as well since this area tends to get quite wet.

Legally, the tag mount can't be removable by hand or flip-able. I think the CA law says "rigid" with the implication that it takes tools to remove or change positioning.

Just avoid drawing attention to it next time you get stopped.

rojoracing53 · January 8th, 2013, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

Legally, the tag mount can't be removable by hand or flip-able. I think the CA law says "rigid" with the implication that it takes tools to remove or change positioning.

Just avoid drawing attention to it next time you get stopped.

Who said anything about stopping

CZroe · January 8th, 2013, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rojoracing53

Who said anything about stopping

The man with the plan.

Daks · January 8th, 2013, 05:11 PM

Called a place to inquire about 18k service pricing. Taking him in Thursday for valves and plugs.
Hurts the wallet but worth it to keep 'im going for longer and longer. At least until I have the time/money/tools to do it all myself.

lgk · January 8th, 2013, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daks

Called a place to inquire about 18k service pricing. Taking him in Thursday for valves and plugs.
Hurts the wallet but worth it to keep 'im going for longer and longer. At least until I have the time/money/tools to do it all myself.

how much?

lolibater · January 8th, 2013, 07:22 PM

You can borrow my tools if you wanna do it yourself

I'll even "supervise" lol.

Daks · January 8th, 2013, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

how much?

$240, which is over 100 less than the dealer's quote I got. They're also going to look at the carbs and tell me if anything needs to be done with them.

I could probably do the plugs myself, as I've done them on my car, but futzing around with the engine is on my "no" list until my bike is not my only vehicle because my SO tried to do the valves and sync the carbs on their bike and effed it royally. Had to get a new engine and then that one needs tuning and it was just a huge costly nightmare.
That was a big '79 honda cb750 but still.

I'm broke and I can't afford my bike also being broke so for now it's up to the professionals.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolibater

You can borrow my tools if you wanna do it yourself

I'll even "supervise" lol.

Offer much appreciated. Perhaps on the next one!

rojoracing53 · January 8th, 2013, 08:48 PM

When I last did my valves and checked the sync on my carbs I added remote hoses for check the sync without pulling anything off. If it needs adjustment then I do have to pull the left cover and use a special right angle tool.

lgk · January 8th, 2013, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daks

$240, which is over 100 less than the dealer's quote I got. They're also going to look at the carbs and tell me if anything needs to be done with them.

I could probably do the plugs myself, as I've done them on my car, but futzing around with the engine is on my "no" list until my bike is not my only vehicle because my SO tried to do the valves and sync the carbs on their bike and effed it royally. Had to get a new engine and then that one needs tuning and it was just a huge costly nightmare.
That was a big '79 honda cb750 but still.

I'm broke and I can't afford my bike also being broke so for now it's up to the professionals.

Offer much appreciated. Perhaps on the next one!

Price seems decent, for a valve and carb service. Hopefully they can get you in and out quick.

Old Guy on a '08 · January 8th, 2013, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GearMonkey

Went to cycle gear just because I was in the area. Turns out they had 1 Hotbodies smoked black windshield for the new gen. On clearance, marked down to $5!!!!

This quick 5 minute project became a 2 day adventure with her getting naked and me becoming much more familiar with the bike.

End result:

Nice Panthers Logo...

Daks · January 8th, 2013, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

Price seems decent, for a valve and carb service. Hopefully they can get you in and out quick.

They're saying they doubt the carbs need work, so that price doesn't include work on the carbs, but it does include the plugs and checking out the carbs for possible weirdness.

And yes...apparently they were backed up but since it's my only transportation they're going to try to do it sooner for me. o: I don't mind giving small businesses my business. They can be more flexible and I know it's helping them out.

lolibater · January 9th, 2013, 09:17 AM

rode to work in the freezing cold

rojoracing53 · January 9th, 2013, 09:23 AM

Rode to work in the freezing cold and thick pea soap the whole time praying there wouldn't be and debris on the road.

lgk · January 9th, 2013, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolibater

rode to work in the freezing cold

+1

NevadaWolf · January 9th, 2013, 09:55 AM

Finished my front Tron wheel. Now to find real rim tape and do this up properly. Also had fun with my helmet.

GearMonkey · January 9th, 2013, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Guy on a '08

Nice Panthers Logo...

Thanks. Have to support my team amongst all these falcons fans down here.

Joshorilla · January 9th, 2013, 04:53 PM

Finished spraying one panel, gave it a wet sand at 1300 grit and a final coat and it's looking sexy! Still a bit of speckle in places but i'll buff that out, before and after shot included.

Cost list

Sandpaper 60p a sheet x 5
Filler £9
Epoxy £5
Spray cans £8 x 4
Rubbing compound £9

Kstorm21 · January 9th, 2013, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joshorilla

Finished spraying one panel, gave it a wet sand at 1300 grit and a final coat and it's looking sexy! Still a bit of speckle in places but i'll buff that out, before and after shot included.

Cost list

Sandpaper 60p a sheet x 5
Filler £9
Epoxy £5
Spray cans £8 x 4
Rubbing compound £9

How many "p's" in a £? 100?
Also, what color did you use to paint the fairing? Did you get Kawi green somewhere?

Joshorilla · January 9th, 2013, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kstorm21

How many "p's" in a £? 100?
Also, what color did you use to paint the fairing? Did you get Kawi green somewhere?

100 pence in a pound. - seriously, Wikipedia is your friend.

And no, I used "Plasti-Kote Gloss Super 1127 April Green" on-top of Plasti-Kote Primer Super.

It's virtually identical to Kawasaki Green, i'll see how close it is when I put them on and I can see in contrast.

Kstorm21 · January 9th, 2013, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joshorilla

100 pence in a pound. - seriously, Wikipedia is your friend.

And no, I used "Plasti-Kote Gloss Super 1127 April Green" on-top of Plasti-Kote Primer Super.

It's virtually identical to Kawasaki Green, i'll see how close it is when I put them on and I can see in contrast.

I know how to use google, thanks.

Just thought I'd ask you instead. Nice job btw.

Joshorilla · January 9th, 2013, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kstorm21

I know how to use google, thanks.

Just thought I'd ask you instead. Nice job btw.

Thanks

i'm pleased enough, I hope the second panel is going to turn out as well!

I remember the first time I was in the states I was like "wtf is a dime and a nickel?" I don't think anybody could tell me why they were called that either lol.

Kstorm21 · January 9th, 2013, 06:08 PM

No one could tell you a dime is 10 pennies? Or do you mean they couldn't tell you the meaning behind the word dime? Is there a meaning behind pence and pound?

Joshorilla · January 9th, 2013, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kstorm21

No one could tell you a dime is 10 pennies? Or do you mean they couldn't tell you the meaning behind the word dime? Is there a meaning behind pence and pound?

They could tell me the value but not why that value was attributed a name, and a pound sterling when linked to the value of gold was worth one lb of gold, hence pound, and ai don't know why a penny is called a penny, pence being the plural of penny.

rojoracing53 · January 9th, 2013, 06:13 PM

So I pulled off my mirrors took a few measurements and sent them to a freind. 10 mins later he send me this

Link to original page on YouTube.

If you want to follow the progress of this mod take a look here
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...507#post621507

alex.s · January 9th, 2013, 06:16 PM

yo jason, you got personal cnc? plastic extruder or something? or is it a shop tool?

rojoracing53 · January 9th, 2013, 06:35 PM

My best friend and chief mechanic has a machine shop in SoCal that makes some cool stuff including a lot of turbos and manifolds for the auto industry. I don't ask him for much because I don't like to bug, but when I do he seems to welcome the challenge. If I had his equipment I'd never be able to stop modding my bike

Kstorm21 · January 9th, 2013, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joshorilla

They could tell me the value but not why that value was attributed a name, and a pound sterling when linked to the value of gold was worth one lb of gold, hence pound, and ai don't know why a penny is called a penny, pence being the plural of penny.

I see...I couldn't tell you why they are...a quarter on the other hand. I'm all over that.

lolibater · January 9th, 2013, 07:45 PM

just installed my new "purple" foot pegs, that showed up basically looking pink :P

#savetheboobies

GearMonkey · January 9th, 2013, 09:24 PM

Pics?

January 8th, 2013, 07:06 AM	#2804
Old Guy on a '08 Chris Name: Chris Location: Charlotte, NC near UNCC Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): BLACK!!! '08 250R Posts: 957	Need Pics __________________________________________________ Some roads are too good to waste on four wheels! Riding in a car is like watching a movie... Riding on a motorcycle is like being in one....

January 8th, 2013, 10:34 AM	#2807
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	yea for $5 you really can't go wrong __________________________________________________ Ethioknight Memorial Fund- Sticker sale http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=111700

January 8th, 2013, 07:22 PM	#2817
lolibater ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Napa, CA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ZX6R, 2011 Sprint GT Posts: A lot.	You can borrow my tools if you wanna do it yourself I'll even "supervise" lol. __________________________________________________ "The enemy is fear. We think it is hate, but it is fear." - Gandhi

January 9th, 2013, 09:17 AM	#2823
lolibater ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Napa, CA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ZX6R, 2011 Sprint GT Posts: A lot.	rode to work in the freezing cold __________________________________________________ "The enemy is fear. We think it is hate, but it is fear." - Gandhi

January 9th, 2013, 06:08 PM	#2833
Kstorm21 ninjette.org sage Name: Katherine Location: Schofield Barracks, HI Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 767	No one could tell you a dime is 10 pennies? Or do you mean they couldn't tell you the meaning behind the word dime? Is there a meaning behind pence and pound? __________________________________________________

January 8th, 2013, 12:27 AM	#2803
DreamN Beer Me! Name: Jimmy Location: SoCal 818 Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 Car(s): '09 Cube, '93 240SX (Coupe & 'Vert) Posts: 144	I also just installed my "Progrip" Tank Pad.

January 8th, 2013, 08:43 AM	#2805
GearMonkey ninjette.org guru Name: Scott Location: Atlanta Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 363	Went to cycle gear just because I was in the area. Turns out they had 1 Hotbodies smoked black windshield for the new gen. On clearance, marked down to $5!!!! This quick 5 minute project became a 2 day adventure with her getting naked and me becoming much more familiar with the bike. End result:

January 8th, 2013, 11:29 AM	#2808
GearMonkey ninjette.org guru Name: Scott Location: Atlanta Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 363	@CZroe The CycleGear on Cobb Pkwy in Smyrna.

January 8th, 2013, 11:53 AM	#2809
rc racer ninjette.org member Name: robert Location: Dallas Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2015 R3, 1969 CB160, 2002 TTR125, 2007 KX250F Posts: 96	Killer deal on that windscreen! Today I safety wired my front and rear caliper mounting bolts. Getting it ready for CMRA tech inspection in late february. Slowly but surely getting all the required bits safety wired before round 1 at motor sport ranch Houston.

January 8th, 2013, 02:24 PM	#2811
rojoracing53 Fast-Guy wannabe Name: Jason Location: Brentwood, Ca Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja250, 2011 RM-Z250, 2004 NSR50, Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '13	I decided to swap my already DIY license plate mount for my own friction hinged mount design. The hinge is all 316 Stainless steel and all the hardware is SS as well since this area tends to get quite wet.

January 8th, 2013, 05:11 PM	#2815
Daks Jersey Devil Name: Daks Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '06 Ninja 250 Posts: 469	Called a place to inquire about 18k service pricing. Taking him in Thursday for valves and plugs. Hurts the wallet but worth it to keep 'im going for longer and longer. At least until I have the time/money/tools to do it all myself.

January 8th, 2013, 08:48 PM	#2819
rojoracing53 Fast-Guy wannabe Name: Jason Location: Brentwood, Ca Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja250, 2011 RM-Z250, 2004 NSR50, Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '13	When I last did my valves and checked the sync on my carbs I added remote hoses for check the sync without pulling anything off. If it needs adjustment then I do have to pull the left cover and use a special right angle tool.

January 9th, 2013, 09:23 AM	#2824
rojoracing53 Fast-Guy wannabe Name: Jason Location: Brentwood, Ca Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja250, 2011 RM-Z250, 2004 NSR50, Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '13	Rode to work in the freezing cold and thick pea soap the whole time praying there wouldn't be and debris on the road.

January 9th, 2013, 06:13 PM	#2835
rojoracing53 Fast-Guy wannabe Name: Jason Location: Brentwood, Ca Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja250, 2011 RM-Z250, 2004 NSR50, Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '13	So I pulled off my mirrors took a few measurements and sent them to a freind. 10 mins later he send me this Link to original page on YouTube. If you want to follow the progress of this mod take a look here http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...507#post621507

January 9th, 2013, 06:16 PM	#2836
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	yo jason, you got personal cnc? plastic extruder or something? or is it a shop tool? __________________________________________________

January 9th, 2013, 06:35 PM	#2837
rojoracing53 Fast-Guy wannabe Name: Jason Location: Brentwood, Ca Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja250, 2011 RM-Z250, 2004 NSR50, Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '13	My best friend and chief mechanic has a machine shop in SoCal that makes some cool stuff including a lot of turbos and manifolds for the auto industry. I don't ask him for much because I don't like to bug, but when I do he seems to welcome the challenge. If I had his equipment I'd never be able to stop modding my bike

January 9th, 2013, 07:45 PM	#2839
lolibater ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Napa, CA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ZX6R, 2011 Sprint GT Posts: A lot.	just installed my new "purple" foot pegs, that showed up basically looking pink :P #savetheboobies __________________________________________________ "The enemy is fear. We think it is hate, but it is fear." - Gandhi

January 9th, 2013, 09:24 PM	#2840
GearMonkey ninjette.org guru Name: Scott Location: Atlanta Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 363	Pics?

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