600 or maybe not?

bdavison · April 20th, 2010, 07:46 AM

How many times have you heard "Thats the 600, right?"...

I totally amazes me how many times Ive had people think that the 250R is a 600. I thought everyone could spot one of these a mile away. Cracks me up. And I dont mean just non-riders...Ive had other bikers ask me that...at BIKE meets....and they were riding sportbikes.

Um...no...its the 250.

ScraitT · April 20th, 2010, 08:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdavison

How many times have you heard "Thats the 600, right?"...

I totally amazes me how many times Ive had people think that the 250R is a 600. I thought everyone could spot one of these a mile away. Cracks me up. And I dont mean just non-riders...Ive had other bikers ask me that...at BIKE meets....and they were riding sportbikes.

Um...no...its the 250.

I get it all the time....plus more. I've been asked if it was a 750 or 1000 multiple times as well. In the past 1.5-2 years I've had a total of 3 people actually recognize the bike as a 250.

backinthesaddleagain · April 20th, 2010, 08:24 AM

Hmmm, not since last friday...

gogoKawi · April 20th, 2010, 08:29 AM

It was real bad in Florida. I guess because they aren't very common down there. I became so sick of it, I just put the 250R decals on the back of the bike. Now instead of asking if it's a 250, they go "DAG... That's a 250?"

I laugh every time.

CC Cowboy · April 20th, 2010, 08:45 AM

I still get fooled! Must be how fast you guyz ride.

CRXTrek · April 20th, 2010, 08:54 AM

It's how fast they sound cruising around at 10,000 rpm

Rayme · April 20th, 2010, 10:20 AM

My friend who own a 08 250R didn't recognize me even less my bike (also a 250R) and thought I was just another guy on a 600. ahah! Confuses even owners.

Snake · April 20th, 2010, 11:28 AM

Yea I still get the typical " It looks bigger than that" response.

madcrossover · April 20th, 2010, 12:33 PM

I wonder if they cant recognize a 250. What if someone put 250 stickers on a 600...Would anyone notice or question? hmmmmm

sofo · April 20th, 2010, 01:04 PM

A guy beside me at a light on his VFR800 asked me "That's the ZX-7 right?"

Soujyu · April 20th, 2010, 02:03 PM

The only people around here who could tell are the guys at the local Cycle Gear, based on the oil filters that I buy.

schneider_11 · April 20th, 2010, 04:29 PM

Last week the guy from the gas station asked me if it was a 750cc lol.
I said "no, read the sticker

".

Cedilla · April 20th, 2010, 06:45 PM

I stopped for gas on the way to school this afternoon, and this guy in a truck pulled in right behind me, and jumped out just to ask me about it. He said all his friends were telling him to get a 600, and he was asking about how it rides on the highway. He was only the second person to recognize what it was, and both times it was people who were thinking about buying one.

I don't know why but most people seem to think its a 750. Then I tell them its a 250 and they are like "O rly?" lol.

jonthechron · April 20th, 2010, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cedilla

I stopped for gas on the way to school this afternoon, and this guy in a truck pulled in right behind me, and jumped out just to ask me about it. He said all his friends were telling him to get a 600, and he was asking about how it rides on the highway. He was only the second person to recognize what it was, and both times it was people who were thinking about buying one.

I don't know why but most people seem to think its a 750. Then I tell them its a 250 and they are like "O rly?" lol.

when they said "o rly" did they look like this?

and reply:

welcome2thedawn · April 20th, 2010, 08:34 PM

it seems like a lot of people don't realize street bikes come in 250

Manimal · April 20th, 2010, 09:25 PM

at first glance, even I was fooled seeing a fellow rider on the green ninjette. I thought it was a 636

tac12345 · April 21st, 2010, 08:37 AM

1 day i was at a restaurant, i was waiting for some people, and a guy ran out of his car super fast and he asked me ' OH MY GAWD OH MY GAWD !!!! Is that a ninja 250 ? OH MY GAWD THAT SO HOT'

lol?

Grn99Kawi · April 21st, 2010, 09:12 AM

It happens more on teh newer ones.. but with my pregen I did have people asking if it was a 600 or 750 sometimes... but the older ones are typically more recognizable as 250s.. the new ones are made to look 'bigger' for a reason... to sell!

There was someone that posted a pic of his 600RR next to his 250R... so close in size and looks....

They are great lookin.. especially in green.. but the difference between a 250 and a 600 is immediately felt.. and I dont mean just with the throttlehand... I still miss my 250 sometimes though.. such a great ride.

Soujyu · April 21st, 2010, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grn99Kawi

There was someone that posted a pic of his 600RR next to his 250R... so close in size and looks....

One guy rode in to work with a 600RR. It actually looked SMALLER than my 250.

revstriker · April 21st, 2010, 10:13 AM

It's not surprising. The bike was designed to look more like the larger Kawi sport bikes. So unless you can recognize specific features to tell you it is a 250, you would never know. And I would imagine most people do not know the model well enough to spot the differences right away. In fact, even though I do know the differences, I have come up on a 4th generation 250 and not realized it until I was close to it. Two of the things that I do notice right away which give it away are the higher handlebars, and the skinny back tire.

Banzai · April 21st, 2010, 11:41 AM

I got that all the time with my 250. People would ask "How come you took off one of the brake rotors?" I'd tell 'em it was a 250, and only had one rotor up front, then they'd have to go looking for a 600 to see if I was lying to them.

backinthesaddleagain · April 21st, 2010, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banzai

I got that all the time with my 250. People would ask "How come you took off one of the brake rotors?" I'd tell 'em it was a 250, and only had one rotor up front, then they'd have to go looking for a 600 to see if I was lying to them.

thats a great question - how come you took off one of the brake rotors? How could you even answer that. Maybe "some s.o.b. stole the disc and the caliper."

Flashmonkey · April 21st, 2010, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banzai

I got that all the time with my 250. People would ask "How come you took off one of the brake rotors?" I'd tell 'em it was a 250, and only had one rotor up front, then they'd have to go looking for a 600 to see if I was lying to them.

You should've acted surprised haha.

"Holy s*&t someone took one of my rotors...AND calipers! How the hell am I going to get home now?!?!"

revstriker · April 21st, 2010, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

thats a great question - how come you took off one of the brake rotors? How could you even answer that. Maybe "some s.o.b. stole the disc and the caliper."

Or you could answer that you had to remove the disc because the owner used a caliper lock on it.

backinthesaddleagain · April 21st, 2010, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by revstriker

Or you could answer that you had to remove the disc because the owner used a caliper lock on it.

Now that is good, just to see the other guy's reaction. Then you could ask the person "hey nice car/bike, where do you live or work?"

Soujyu · April 21st, 2010, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

thats a great question - how come you took off one of the brake rotors? How could you even answer that. Maybe "some s.o.b. stole the disc and the caliper."

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flashmonkey

You should've acted surprised haha.

"Holy s*&t someone took one of my rotors...AND calipers! How the hell am I going to get home now?!?!"

Quote:

Originally Posted by revstriker

Or you could answer that you had to remove the disc because the owner used a caliper lock on it.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

revstriker · April 21st, 2010, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

Now that is good, just to see the other guy's reaction. Then you could ask the person "hey nice car/bike, where do you live or work?"

LOL! Perfect!

ScorpionNinja · April 21st, 2010, 02:08 PM

Ive gotten asked the same thing afew times last year also, but even when i was still Looking to Buy mine months b4, i was able to spot the difference!

Real killer is if parked next to another ZX6R or sort...

(See rear tire size?) 130wide Vs 180-190wide HUGE give away!

ironglory · April 21st, 2010, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonthechron

when they said "o rly" did they look like this?

and reply:

Love this!!!

ironglory · April 21st, 2010, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banzai

I got that all the time with my 250. People would ask "How come you took off one of the brake rotors?" I'd tell 'em it was a 250, and only had one rotor up front, then they'd have to go looking for a 600 to see if I was lying to them.

Just want it be a little lighter... lol

cnichols79us · April 21st, 2010, 04:55 PM

I have yet to have my Pre-Gen mistaken for a "non-girly bike". BUT, I end up riding with the ones that give me poo about it, and they don't say much after a good ride.

Daeldren · April 21st, 2010, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banzai

I got that all the time with my 250. People would ask "How come you took off one of the brake rotors?" I'd tell 'em it was a 250, and only had one rotor up front, then they'd have to go looking for a 600 to see if I was lying to them.

Believe it or not some squids around here do that to their bigger bikes in order to show off their chrome rims. I saw a CBR 954 a while back that had the chromed extended swing arm, frame, and wheels, and had only one rotor up front.

Kept wondering if it pulled to the left when they grabbed a fistful of front brake.

Anteraan · April 21st, 2010, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grn99Kawi

There was someone that posted a pic of his 600RR next to his 250R... so close in size and looks....

One of the things that drew me to the new-gen was its similarity to a 600 in size. I'm 6'2", and I couldn't have anything smaller (dimensionally) than a 600. I'm thinking I'll ultimately be most comfortable on a sport-tourer like the Sprint ST, but I can't see myself giving up the 250.

April 20th, 2010, 07:46 AM	#1
bdavison Wartown, USA Name: Bryan Location: Warner Robins, GA Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, 2007 Ninja 650R, and assorted other bikes Posts: A lot.	600 or maybe not? How many times have you heard "Thats the 600, right?"... I totally amazes me how many times Ive had people think that the 250R is a 600. I thought everyone could spot one of these a mile away. Cracks me up. And I dont mean just non-riders...Ive had other bikers ask me that...at BIKE meets....and they were riding sportbikes. Um...no...its the 250.

April 20th, 2010, 08:45 AM	#5
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	I still get fooled! Must be how fast you guyz ride. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

April 20th, 2010, 10:20 AM	#7
Rayme ninjette.org guru Name: Remy Location: Moncton Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '04 sv650s Posts: 438	My friend who own a 08 250R didn't recognize me even less my bike (also a 250R) and thought I was just another guy on a 600. ahah! Confuses even owners. __________________________________________________ There's 2 types of people in this world, those who complain and those who act.

April 20th, 2010, 12:33 PM	#9
madcrossover ninjette.org member Name: Daniel Location: SW Texas Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 87	I wonder if they cant recognize a 250. What if someone put 250 stickers on a 600...Would anyone notice or question? hmmmmm __________________________________________________ Puig Windscreen, Ebay Tire Hugger, Dynojet Kit, Woodcraft sub-frame sliders, K&N 0990 Air Filter, Fender Eliminator, Rear Solo Seat Cowl

April 20th, 2010, 02:03 PM	#11
Soujyu ninjette.org sage Name: W Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R (sold), 2012 Tuono V4R Posts: 512	The only people around here who could tell are the guys at the local Cycle Gear, based on the oil filters that I buy. __________________________________________________ 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250R - "Aria" (sold) 2012 Aprilia Tuono V4R - "Perrine" Proof that Harleys and Ninjettes are friendly with each other

April 20th, 2010, 08:24 AM	#3
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Hmmm, not since last friday...

April 20th, 2010, 08:29 AM	#4
gogoKawi ninjette.org sage Name: Dre Location: DMV Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622	It was real bad in Florida. I guess because they aren't very common down there. I became so sick of it, I just put the 250R decals on the back of the bike. Now instead of asking if it's a 250, they go "DAG... That's a 250?" I laugh every time.

April 20th, 2010, 08:54 AM	#6
CRXTrek FORMER MOTORCYCLE RIDER Name: Steve Location: On a Trek SU200 or in my CRX Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): Rode an 08 250r then rode an 08 ZX-6R until i totaled it on 7/10/10 Posts: 758	It's how fast they sound cruising around at 10,000 rpm

April 20th, 2010, 11:28 AM	#8
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	Yea I still get the typical " It looks bigger than that" response.

April 20th, 2010, 01:04 PM	#10
sofo ninjette.org guru Name: Andrew Location: Vancouver, BC Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 410	A guy beside me at a light on his VFR800 asked me "That's the ZX-7 right?"

April 20th, 2010, 04:29 PM	#12
schneider_11 ninjette.org member Name: João Location: Portugal Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 SE 2009 Posts: 33	Last week the guy from the gas station asked me if it was a 750cc lol. I said "no, read the sticker ".

April 20th, 2010, 06:45 PM	#13
Cedilla ninjette.org sage Name: Chris Location: Huntsville, AL Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 755	I stopped for gas on the way to school this afternoon, and this guy in a truck pulled in right behind me, and jumped out just to ask me about it. He said all his friends were telling him to get a 600, and he was asking about how it rides on the highway. He was only the second person to recognize what it was, and both times it was people who were thinking about buying one. I don't know why but most people seem to think its a 750. Then I tell them its a 250 and they are like "O rly?" lol. __________________________________________________ The Ninjette is not a disposable bike. You are not ever supposed to get rid of it. It is like a [friendly] herpes virus.... once you got it, you get keep it forever. Originally posted by-Headshrink

April 20th, 2010, 08:34 PM	#15
welcome2thedawn ninjette.org guru Name: dawn Location: portland, or Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 ninja 250r modded, 73 honda cl200, 74 kawasaki 400 triple Posts: 255	it seems like a lot of people don't realize street bikes come in 250

April 20th, 2010, 09:25 PM	#16
Manimal ninjette.org member Name: Daren Location: Milpitas Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 SE Posts: 106	at first glance, even I was fooled seeing a fellow rider on the green ninjette. I thought it was a 636

April 21st, 2010, 08:37 AM	#17
tac12345 ninjette.org member Name: Alexandre Location: Montreal Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r 09 SE Posts: 172	1 day i was at a restaurant, i was waiting for some people, and a guy ran out of his car super fast and he asked me ' OH MY GAWD OH MY GAWD !!!! Is that a ninja 250 ? OH MY GAWD THAT SO HOT' lol?

April 21st, 2010, 09:12 AM	#18
Grn99Kawi ninjette.org sage Name: A Location: Long Island, NY Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2000 Honda CBR600F4 (sold) 1999 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 586	It happens more on teh newer ones.. but with my pregen I did have people asking if it was a 600 or 750 sometimes... but the older ones are typically more recognizable as 250s.. the new ones are made to look 'bigger' for a reason... to sell! There was someone that posted a pic of his 600RR next to his 250R... so close in size and looks.... They are great lookin.. especially in green.. but the difference between a 250 and a 600 is immediately felt.. and I dont mean just with the throttlehand... I still miss my 250 sometimes though.. such a great ride. __________________________________________________ 2000 Honda CBR600F4 Silver and Red 1999 Kawi Racing Green Ninja 250 sold

April 21st, 2010, 10:13 AM	#20
revstriker ninjette.org sage Name: Scott Location: DFW TX Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja zx6r Posts: 609	It's not surprising. The bike was designed to look more like the larger Kawi sport bikes. So unless you can recognize specific features to tell you it is a 250, you would never know. And I would imagine most people do not know the model well enough to spot the differences right away. In fact, even though I do know the differences, I have come up on a 4th generation 250 and not realized it until I was close to it. Two of the things that I do notice right away which give it away are the higher handlebars, and the skinny back tire.

April 21st, 2010, 11:41 AM	#21
Banzai Psychic war veteran Name: Thomas Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawi Green '09 Ninja ZX6R Posts: 663	I got that all the time with my 250. People would ask "How come you took off one of the brake rotors?" I'd tell 'em it was a 250, and only had one rotor up front, then they'd have to go looking for a 600 to see if I was lying to them. __________________________________________________ * If you're arguing with some idiot over the internet, chances are pretty good he's doing the same thing! Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction

April 21st, 2010, 04:55 PM	#31
cnichols79us Fastly Slow!!! Name: Jeff Location: Kent, WA Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki Ninja EX250, 1980 Honda XL125 Posts: 467	I have yet to have my Pre-Gen mistaken for a "non-girly bike". BUT, I end up riding with the ones that give me poo about it, and they don't say much after a good ride.

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