Hi from Berkeley

Haider87 · April 12th, 2010, 10:38 PM

Hey peeps, new member here!

My name is Haider, I am a college undergraduate.

I have this engine-less ninja frame(with everything else), and I just bought a 250r engine and battery off of ebay. So for the past week it's been my project to put it all back together.

So far, besides putting the plastics and the yoshi pipe on, here is what else needs to be done before my baby is ready for the road.

1. new chain(somehow need to find a cheap way to rivet)
2. Fluids- of course, but I'm saving that for last
3. Clutch cable-im having an issue with the clutch release shaft sticking out(searching google for the solution for this led me to a thread on this forum)

I guess after that she'll be ready for the road.

Anyway, I just wanted to fill you guys in on the status of your newest member. I hope you all stay safe.

And Ninja's are super fun. I look forward to the prospect of getting all leathered up and going balls out on a track on this baby. Don't care if I spill I just want to get her MOVING!!

Alex · April 12th, 2010, 10:40 PM

Haider87! Glad to have you aboard...

Haider87 · April 12th, 2010, 10:49 PM

Hi Alex,

Love your avatar! My bike is red, too.

How do you like your bimmer? Does it have a rotax engine? I'm thinking about getting one of them when I move back to socal. I've always loved their versatility.

Méké · April 13th, 2010, 12:05 AM

Kookoo Haider ! , welcome aboard man

Haider87 · April 13th, 2010, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Méké

Kookoo Haider ! , welcome aboard man

Hey, Thanks. I'm really happy to be.

Snake · April 13th, 2010, 07:00 AM

Hello and welcome.

BlueRaven · April 13th, 2010, 08:48 AM

austexjg · April 13th, 2010, 08:57 AM

Welcome to the fun....

OldGuy · April 13th, 2010, 10:20 AM

Welcome Haider - glad to have you with us. Good luck on getting you basket case back on the road. Taken a MSF course? How are you fixed for gear?

cnichols79us · April 13th, 2010, 10:37 AM

Welcome to the Crew!!!

Momaru · April 13th, 2010, 10:41 AM

Welcome aboard Haider!

Did you get the clutch release shaft sorted out? It tends to be a little fussy to put back in but if you get it most of the way just working it back & forth a bit usually settles it for me.
Regarding the chain, sounds like you're planning on at least one more moto, might be worth your while to comb ebay for a chain rivet/breaker tool.

Haider87 · April 13th, 2010, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake

Hello and welcome.

Hey Snake, Thanks.

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Originally Posted by BlueRaven

Thanks

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Originally Posted by austexjg

Welcome to the fun....

Looks like I found the right place.

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

Welcome Haider - glad to have you with us. Good luck on getting you basket case back on the road. Taken a MSF course? How are you fixed for gear?

Thanks Oldguy, heheh it's not too far from being done. I ca't wait till she's ready. I registered for an msf course, but have yet to take it. as for gear, I have my big canvas jacket and denim pants, and leather work gloves. I've yet to buy racing leathers, and that's the main thing that's kept me from riding this bike like i want to.
I appreciate you concern.

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Originally Posted by cnichols79us

Welcome to the Crew!!!

Thanks, Happy to be.

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Originally Posted by Momaru

Welcome aboard Haider!

Did you get the clutch release shaft sorted out? It tends to be a little fussy to put back in but if you get it most of the way just working it back & forth a bit usually settles it for me.
Regarding the chain, sounds like you're planning on at least one more moto, might be worth your while to comb ebay for a chain rivet/breaker tool.

Thanks, Momaru.

I still have yet to go outside and work on it between school and this crappy weather, but seeing as today looks beautiful out and I'd probably procrastinate if I went to the library anyway, I may just work on it right now. And I know I'm going to have to get a rivet tool anyway. You're definitely right about that. I might as well get the tool now and not worry about it again. Thanks for the ebay suggestion, I hadn't thought of that.

noche_caliente · April 13th, 2010, 05:13 PM

Welcome Haider! Sounds like you're getting to know your Ninja really well!

KJohnson21 · April 13th, 2010, 06:30 PM

Haider87 · April 13th, 2010, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by noche_caliente

Welcome Haider! Sounds like you're getting to know your Ninja really well!

Hey Noche, yes. A bit too well I'm afraid.

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Originally Posted by KJohnson21

Thanks Ken! Sweet collection you have there.

OK PEOPLE WE HAVE AN AWESOME UPDATE!!!

Thanks to a thread on ninjette.org I fixed my clutch release shaft by removing the cable and moving it counter clockwise to 6 o clock and then back up to 10 o clock where it should be and I think that part is fixed! so I am super stoked that I didn't have to remove the clutch cover!

And since I was down there I went ahead and installed a new oil filter. Does anyone know what the second, smaller o ring is for?

basically I am a chain install and one minor throttle detail away from riding my bike again!

So now on to the throttle, I installed the accel and decel cables and I noticed that they were sort of stuck, so I thought I installed them backwards, and reveresed the order, but that made them really backwards. So I put them back the way they should be(in the process becoming an expert in installing cables through the loops) and the throttle is stuck. when i pull on the throttle lever on the carb they are sort of jammed. I didn't do much exploring because I thought I would study the diagrams before I screw anything up. Anyone have an idea?

SOOO CLOOSE!!

Momaru · April 13th, 2010, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Haider87

And since I was down there I went ahead and installed a new oil filter. Does anyone know what the second, smaller o ring is for?

The smaller o-ring goes on the shaft of the hollow bolt you removed for the filter: here's a link to the DIY. Last pic in the first post

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Originally Posted by Haider87

So now on to the throttle, I installed the accel and decel cables and I noticed that they were sort of stuck, so I thought I installed them backwards, and reveresed the order, but that made them really backwards. So I put them back the way they should be(in the process becoming an expert in installing cables through the loops) and the throttle is stuck. when i pull on the throttle lever on the carb they are sort of jammed. I didn't do much exploring because I thought I would study the diagrams before I screw anything up. Anyone have an idea?

SOOO CLOOSE!!

There's a pair of nuts on each cable that serve as adjusters at the holders just before the carb linkage, tried those yet? (pic has one nut obscured by the coolant reservoir cap)

Also might be worth your while taking apart the throttle linkage on the right handlebar to make sure the cables are route properly. If that's not the issue, I'd suggest some cable lube for the cables themselves and grease for the ends.

Haider87 · April 13th, 2010, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Momaru

The smaller o-ring goes on the shaft of the hollow bolt you removed for the filter: here's a link to the DIY. Last pic in the first post

Ohhh hey thanks!

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Originally Posted by Momaru

There's a pair of nuts on each cable that serve as adjusters at the holders just before the carb linkage, tried those yet? (pic has one nut obscured by the coolant reservoir cap)

Also might be worth your while taking apart the throttle linkage on the right handlebar to make sure the cables are route properly. If that's not the issue, I'd suggest some cable lube for the cables themselves and grease for the ends.

throttle linkage is split, i lubed up my cable like u said. and the cable connections all look good. I think my issue is the carb throttle lever is jammed. I didnt want to apply too much force, but I will take a look again tomorrow. I will make sure that the cable brackets are not pulling on themselves. and I guess Ill take the carb off if I need to investigate it more. Thanks for the pics.

Haider87 · May 7th, 2010, 11:21 PM

SHE'S ALIIIIVVEEE!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Today was my first time riding in a loooong loooooooong loong time.. too long, but this headache is over finally. And my days of taking my ninjette for granted are over!

Momaru · May 8th, 2010, 11:42 AM

Congrats mate!

Haider87 · May 8th, 2010, 01:37 PM

Thanks, Paul

Here's a video I took today.

Link to original page on YouTube.

April 12th, 2010, 10:38 PM	#1
Haider87 Learning by doing Name: Haider Location: Berkeley, Ca Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 67	Hi from Berkeley Hey peeps, new member here! My name is Haider, I am a college undergraduate. I have this engine-less ninja frame(with everything else), and I just bought a 250r engine and battery off of ebay. So for the past week it's been my project to put it all back together. So far, besides putting the plastics and the yoshi pipe on, here is what else needs to be done before my baby is ready for the road. 1. new chain(somehow need to find a cheap way to rivet) 2. Fluids- of course, but I'm saving that for last 3. Clutch cable-im having an issue with the clutch release shaft sticking out(searching google for the solution for this led me to a thread on this forum) I guess after that she'll be ready for the road. Anyway, I just wanted to fill you guys in on the status of your newest member. I hope you all stay safe. And Ninja's are super fun. I look forward to the prospect of getting all leathered up and going balls out on a track on this baby. Don't care if I spill I just want to get her MOVING!!

April 12th, 2010, 10:40 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	Haider87! Glad to have you aboard... __________________________________________________ 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)

April 13th, 2010, 08:48 AM	#7
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

April 13th, 2010, 10:20 AM	#9
OldGuy Live Life Name: Don Location: Lincoln, NE Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Green SE Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.	Welcome Haider - glad to have you with us. Good luck on getting you basket case back on the road. Taken a MSF course? How are you fixed for gear? __________________________________________________ - ATGATT - Scorpion EX700 Hi-Vis Helmet, First Gear MeshTek 3.0 Jacket, TourMaster Transition 2 Jacket and Flex Pants, Sidi Doha boots

April 13th, 2010, 10:41 AM	#11
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Welcome aboard Haider! Did you get the clutch release shaft sorted out? It tends to be a little fussy to put back in but if you get it most of the way just working it back & forth a bit usually settles it for me. Regarding the chain, sounds like you're planning on at least one more moto, might be worth your while to comb ebay for a chain rivet/breaker tool. __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

April 12th, 2010, 10:49 PM	#3
Haider87 Learning by doing Name: Haider Location: Berkeley, Ca Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 67	Hi Alex, Love your avatar! My bike is red, too. How do you like your bimmer? Does it have a rotax engine? I'm thinking about getting one of them when I move back to socal. I've always loved their versatility.

April 13th, 2010, 12:05 AM	#4
Méké ninjette.org member Name: Méké Location: QC , Canada Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 300 2013 SE , Ninja 2009 blue/Honda Nighthawk S 1985 blue Posts: 222	Kookoo Haider ! , welcome aboard man

April 13th, 2010, 07:00 AM	#6
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.

April 13th, 2010, 08:57 AM	#8
austexjg ninjette.org sage Name: J.G. Location: Austin Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 zx6r Green/Black, (ex-)Diablo Black '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 959	Welcome to the fun....

April 13th, 2010, 10:37 AM	#10
cnichols79us Fastly Slow!!! Name: Jeff Location: Kent, WA Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki Ninja EX250, 1980 Honda XL125 Posts: 467	Welcome to the Crew!!!

April 13th, 2010, 05:13 PM	#13
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	Welcome Haider! Sounds like you're getting to know your Ninja really well! __________________________________________________ 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

April 13th, 2010, 06:30 PM	#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?

May 7th, 2010, 11:21 PM	#18
Haider87 Learning by doing Name: Haider Location: Berkeley, Ca Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 67	SHE'S ALIIIIVVEEE!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Today was my first time riding in a loooong loooooooong loong time.. too long, but this headache is over finally. And my days of taking my ninjette for granted are over!

May 8th, 2010, 11:42 AM	#19
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Congrats mate! __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

May 8th, 2010, 01:37 PM	#20
Haider87 Learning by doing Name: Haider Location: Berkeley, Ca Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 67	Thanks, Paul Here's a video I took today. Link to original page on YouTube. Last futzed with by Alex; May 8th, 2010 at 04:23 PM. Reason: video fixed

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