im new to all this

ninjahopefull · March 14th, 2010, 03:26 PM

hey everybody, im currently saving up the money to get a 250. ive never blogged or anything before. just hoping i can get some questions answered.

Alex · March 14th, 2010, 03:28 PM

ninjahopefull! Glad you found us...

ninjahopefull · March 14th, 2010, 03:31 PM

thanks man

noche_caliente · March 14th, 2010, 03:31 PM

Welcome Sean! Just fire away with your questions, or search for answers on old threads - I am willing to bet that much of what you want to know will be there

ninjahopefull · March 14th, 2010, 03:35 PM

thanks a lot. i will.

ninjahopefull · March 14th, 2010, 03:51 PM

ive read a blog about the Bennche already but i want to know what you guys think... are the Bennches even worth looking into? the only reason i even considered them was because of the price, weight, and styling.

OldGuy · March 14th, 2010, 04:59 PM

Welcome Sean - glad to have you with us. Have fun and ride safe.

cnichols79us · March 14th, 2010, 05:37 PM

Hello and Welcome!

kkim · March 14th, 2010, 05:49 PM

Aloha and welcome, Sean.

Do yourself a favor an buy a ninja. Until they have some sort of track record, I'd stay away from those bikes unless you enjoy working on bikes rather than riding them.

wayanlam · March 14th, 2010, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjahopefull

ive read a blog about the Bennche already but i want to know what you guys think... are the Bennches even worth looking into? the only reason i even considered them was because of the price, weight, and styling.

ive seen a fair few Megelli's here in bali now (all three models). but have not had the chance to ride one. and honestly i dont think im missing out on anything.

the looks is all there, but the power-plant is really under powered (at least when looking at the specs). i have tried racing one down the road, but they didn't even try. so i couldn't get any first impressions regarding their acceleration or speed.

the sitting position is permanently sportier, because the handlebars are lower. so even if you wanted to sit up a little, its not really possible, while on the ninja, you can

the price on the Bennche website is like $3.399... just save up a little longer, and get the ninja 250. you wont regret it.

ninjahopefull · March 14th, 2010, 09:23 PM

thanks everybody for your help. it is much appreciated! I'm sure I will have more questions once i save up the money. thanks again.

ninjabrewer · March 14th, 2010, 09:51 PM

Aloha and welcome to the addiction we call being a motorcyclist. The 250 is a great first bike, it is mine. 3 pieces of advice, 1) get trained, as in take a MSF class, 2) get good quality safety gear and wear it, and 3) ride YOUR ride, ie don't ride past your personal comfort level. Welcome to the forum, if you have any questions, just ask. Many many many experienced riders on here that can answer almost any question you have. I think the only that has been asked is what is the meaning of life. So save up the greenbacks and look around, you may be able to find a used one for a lot less than a new one.

nb

miks · March 14th, 2010, 09:59 PM

Welcome mate, stick with the 250R

KJohnson21 · March 15th, 2010, 11:18 AM

Tigress · March 15th, 2010, 11:32 AM

Hey Sean. I'm in your neck of the woods. If you're looking for a used 250R 2008 or 2009, I've seen quite a few on craigslist in the st. louis area well worth what they are selling them for. Of course, some are overpriced, but I've seen more in the right price range.

As stated above, take the MSF. I took mine with St. Charles City parks and had a good time considering I had NO experience whatsoever. I've since recommended 5 or 6 other people and they have had great experiences there as well. Good luck!!!

BlueRaven · March 16th, 2010, 04:27 PM

MKlein3004 · March 16th, 2010, 05:26 PM

welcome

ninjahopefull · March 16th, 2010, 08:53 PM

Thanks for all the advice guys. It really helps. I have another problem (most of you probably didnt have to deal with this) but my parents think its too risky to get a bike period. I know im not going to be stupid with a bike and I know that you have to have respect for a bike no matter how fast or slow it is. So is there any tips or facts that you guys have that would ease their fears?

wayanlam · March 16th, 2010, 11:28 PM

take some lessons, and then do the MSF course and pass it with a good understanding of the fundamentals, so that your parents can feel assured that you at least have the basics under your hat/belt. and so that you also have the confidence and knowledge not to drive your brand new bike into a tree like this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=et0B-7gVTHU

but basically you need to be 10 times more aware of your surroundings and of what your doing compared to driving a car. cos a small bump, or swerve in a car might not be a big deal, but on a bike, it could mean serious injuries or even death.

ive come off my bikes a lot (and thankfully never seriously injured myself), and just last week end i was reminded how easy it is to get caught on the short end of the stick, when some idiot on a scooter was overtaking a car on a blind corner. i didnt hit her, but i dropped the bike where i stopped, because the curb of the road was washed out and it was about half a foot lower than the asphalt... no injuries, and no damage to the bike (miraculously) but it was a very close call.

basically you need the confidence to take the turns (turning stiffly is bad), be able to break fast, etc. but don't get reckless, thinking that you know it all after just 15k miles, because even when your not reckless, its easy to get in trouble.

ive been driving a bike in a crazy bike country for the past 10 or 11 years now, and im still learning how to take corners... and i don't think ill ever learn how to do it really properly until i get a chance to learn on a race track. specially since roads are so congested here, and all too often quite broken down.

Snake · March 17th, 2010, 10:01 AM

Hello and welcome.

March 14th, 2010, 03:26 PM	#1
ninjahopefull ninjette.org newbie Name: Sean Location: St. Charles, MO Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 2	im new to all this hey everybody, im currently saving up the money to get a 250. ive never blogged or anything before. just hoping i can get some questions answered.

March 14th, 2010, 03:28 PM	#2
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	ninjahopefull! Glad you found us... __________________________________________________ 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)

March 14th, 2010, 03:31 PM	#4
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	Welcome Sean! Just fire away with your questions, or search for answers on old threads - I am willing to bet that much of what you want to know will be there __________________________________________________ Progrip tank pad, blue rim stripes, blue Pazzos, Roaring Toyz lowering kit, Puig DB in dark smoke, Cortech sport tail, super mini tank, and saddlebags, OES swingarm spools and Intuitive frame sliders

March 14th, 2010, 03:51 PM	#6
ninjahopefull ninjette.org newbie Name: Sean Location: St. Charles, MO Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 2	Bennche or kawi? ive read a blog about the Bennche already but i want to know what you guys think... are the Bennches even worth looking into? the only reason i even considered them was because of the price, weight, and styling.

March 14th, 2010, 04:59 PM	#7
OldGuy Live Life Name: Don Location: Lincoln, NE Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Green SE Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.	Welcome Sean - glad to have you with us. Have fun and ride safe. __________________________________________________ - ATGATT - Scorpion EX700 Hi-Vis Helmet, First Gear MeshTek 3.0 Jacket, TourMaster Transition 2 Jacket and Flex Pants, Sidi Doha boots

March 14th, 2010, 03:35 PM	#5
ninjahopefull ninjette.org newbie Name: Sean Location: St. Charles, MO Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 2	thanks a lot. i will.

March 14th, 2010, 05:37 PM	#8
cnichols79us Fastly Slow!!! Name: Jeff Location: Kent, WA Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki Ninja EX250, 1980 Honda XL125 Posts: 467	Hello and Welcome!

March 14th, 2010, 05:49 PM	#9
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Aloha and welcome, Sean. Do yourself a favor an buy a ninja. Until they have some sort of track record, I'd stay away from those bikes unless you enjoy working on bikes rather than riding them.

March 14th, 2010, 09:23 PM	#11
ninjahopefull ninjette.org newbie Name: Sean Location: St. Charles, MO Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 2	thanks everybody for your help. it is much appreciated! I'm sure I will have more questions once i save up the money. thanks again.

March 14th, 2010, 09:51 PM	#12
ninjabrewer dirty old man Name: Chris Location: Hazel Green, AL Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Blue '08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Aloha and welcome to the addiction we call being a motorcyclist. The 250 is a great first bike, it is mine. 3 pieces of advice, 1) get trained, as in take a MSF class, 2) get good quality safety gear and wear it, and 3) ride YOUR ride, ie don't ride past your personal comfort level. Welcome to the forum, if you have any questions, just ask. Many many many experienced riders on here that can answer almost any question you have. I think the only that has been asked is what is the meaning of life. So save up the greenbacks and look around, you may be able to find a used one for a lot less than a new one. nb __________________________________________________ Death tugs at my ear and says, "Live, I am coming." -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., poet, novelist, essayist, and physician (1809-1894) www.friendsofsanonofre.org

March 14th, 2010, 09:59 PM	#13
miks I'm lovin' it. Name: Mike Location: Melb, Australia Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Black 250R Posts: A lot.	Welcome mate, stick with the 250R __________________________________________________ Son: When I grow up I want to ride a motorbike. Father: You can't do both son.

March 15th, 2010, 11:18 AM	#14
KJohnson21 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ken Location: Indio, CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Kawasaki EX250 "Yoshi", '99 Kawasaki Concours "Grace", '06 Concours "Belle", '06 Yamaha YZF600R "Slick" Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	__________________________________________________ < ATGATT > Sweat you can wipe off, Road rash you can't. HEY!! Unregistered!! Does your bike have a name?

March 15th, 2010, 11:32 AM	#15
Tigress Musical Genius Name: Belinda Location: O'Fallon, MO Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R Blue AKA "The Kid" 08 Vulcan 900 Classic Blue(for now) AKA "Honey" Posts: 146	Hey Sean. I'm in your neck of the woods. If you're looking for a used 250R 2008 or 2009, I've seen quite a few on craigslist in the st. louis area well worth what they are selling them for. Of course, some are overpriced, but I've seen more in the right price range. As stated above, take the MSF. I took mine with St. Charles City parks and had a good time considering I had NO experience whatsoever. I've since recommended 5 or 6 other people and they have had great experiences there as well. Good luck!!! __________________________________________________ ti·gress n. 1. A female tiger. 2. A woman regarded as daring or fierce.

March 16th, 2010, 04:27 PM	#16
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	__________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

March 16th, 2010, 05:26 PM	#17
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March 16th, 2010, 08:53 PM	#18
ninjahopefull ninjette.org newbie Name: Sean Location: St. Charles, MO Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 2	Thanks for all the advice guys. It really helps. I have another problem (most of you probably didnt have to deal with this) but my parents think its too risky to get a bike period. I know im not going to be stupid with a bike and I know that you have to have respect for a bike no matter how fast or slow it is. So is there any tips or facts that you guys have that would ease their fears?

March 16th, 2010, 11:28 PM	#19
wayanlam ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Wayan Location: Bali - Indonesia Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Z250 Posts: A lot.	take some lessons, and then do the MSF course and pass it with a good understanding of the fundamentals, so that your parents can feel assured that you at least have the basics under your hat/belt. and so that you also have the confidence and knowledge not to drive your brand new bike into a tree like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=et0B-7gVTHU but basically you need to be 10 times more aware of your surroundings and of what your doing compared to driving a car. cos a small bump, or swerve in a car might not be a big deal, but on a bike, it could mean serious injuries or even death. ive come off my bikes a lot (and thankfully never seriously injured myself), and just last week end i was reminded how easy it is to get caught on the short end of the stick, when some idiot on a scooter was overtaking a car on a blind corner. i didnt hit her, but i dropped the bike where i stopped, because the curb of the road was washed out and it was about half a foot lower than the asphalt... no injuries, and no damage to the bike (miraculously) but it was a very close call. basically you need the confidence to take the turns (turning stiffly is bad), be able to break fast, etc. but don't get reckless, thinking that you know it all after just 15k miles, because even when your not reckless, its easy to get in trouble. ive been driving a bike in a crazy bike country for the past 10 or 11 years now, and im still learning how to take corners... and i don't think ill ever learn how to do it really properly until i get a chance to learn on a race track. specially since roads are so congested here, and all too often quite broken down. __________________________________________________ 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

March 17th, 2010, 10:01 AM	#20
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.