So, are you guys gonna kick me out?

DRivero · January 23rd, 2011, 06:12 PM

Okay so, I bought a new Ninja. It's really not my fault. I absolutely couldn't help it: it's a 2008, with 17k miles, has never been dropped or wrecked, and only has noticable scratches on one lower fairing. No other cosmetic problems, nothing mechanically wrong at all, and it rides smooth as silk. The BF rode it home from the seller's, a 300 mile trip, without a single problem. It was $1600.

However......it's an EX500. And I'll likely sell the 250, since I really didn't have the money to spare.

Does this mean I'll be banished from Ninjette?
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oroboros · January 23rd, 2011, 06:33 PM

Let's not be ridiculous! Congratulations on the new bike

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DRivero · January 23rd, 2011, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oroboros

Let's not be ridiculous!

I know.....I was just kiddin'.

They don't call this "the friendliest Kawasaki Ninja 250R site on the net" for nothing....

kkim · January 23rd, 2011, 07:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRivero

However......it's an EX500. And I'll likely sell the 250, since I really didn't have the money to spare.

Does this mean I'll be banished from Ninjette?
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yes

...unless you post up pics of the new ride ASAP.

congrats on the new ride.

dirtyjeepgirl75 · January 23rd, 2011, 07:10 PM

lol! i was worried about that too! i joined and then realized this was a 250 site! ooops! i also just bought an EX500!

CC Cowboy · January 23rd, 2011, 07:55 PM

Shannon, ever go to Fells Point for Halloween?

Yasko · January 23rd, 2011, 08:14 PM

No photos, it didn't happen...

CZroe · January 23rd, 2011, 08:15 PM

Get outta here!

scotty · January 23rd, 2011, 08:29 PM

PICS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

backinthesaddleagain · January 23rd, 2011, 09:55 PM

cool, be careful, and enjoy

DRivero · January 23rd, 2011, 09:58 PM

Here it is:

Bought it yesterday, from a member of the SV forum my BF, Craig, belongs too. The seller gave me a special price because of that; I think it was a fantastic deal, no? Fantastic enough to drive 600 or so miles in a day to buy it....did that yesterday. Craig rode it home after I bought it....300 miles in 40 degree weather. What a trip!

It is the big brother to my 250....they're exactly the same color. In the pic, you can see the scratches to the lower fairing. Also, the guy I bought it from wasn't the original owner, and he said that when he got it, the tip of the front fender was damaged, so he trimmed it off. I don't think it looks bad, though.

The only thing I don't love about this bike: it's SOOO quiet! The little brother makes MUCH more of a racket than this guy. I guess the previous owner of the 250 de-baffled the exhaust; the 500's is unmodified. Seriously, I have sewing machines that are louder than this bike! I REFUSE to spend money on noise, though, so I'm either going to have to live with it, or get my bike-builder neighbor to mess with it some.

It's KILLING me to have to sell the 250, though. Today, we went on an all-day ride: my friend on his 80-something Sportster, my BF riding tandem on the 500 with my 12yo daughter, and me on the 250, for one last ride.....and I had a blast on it. The BF is posting it up for sale on Craigslist as I type this, and I fricking hate it. I will be SO sad to see the little guy go.

Maybe I should have him post the ad like this:

"2001 Ninja 250 - it's a girl's-bike....you don't want it"

kkim · January 23rd, 2011, 10:04 PM

Debbie,

Nice bike.

One suggestion, though... Even if you can't afford to keep both bikes, perhaps you should keep them both for awhile to compare them just to make sure you like the 500 more than the 250. It would be a shame for you to sell the 250 and later realize you prefer the 250 more? Just a thought...

have fun whatever you decide.

Yasko · January 23rd, 2011, 10:32 PM

Wowo!!! You're so lucky...That's a nice bike...Is it a softer ride???

DRivero · January 24th, 2011, 12:32 AM

A softer ride....hmm. I wouldn't say softer; I went for a ride around my neighborhood, where we have speed humps, and before I hit the first one I was thinking it would sort of glide over it like a Cadillac, but it didn't. It actually felt a little harder than the 250.....maybe because it's heavier. However, it IS a more substantial feel....like more THERE, and it's very nimble and responsive.

I am happy so far, but I decided to take Kim's advice and not post the ad for the 250 yet. I had to yell "STOP THE PRESSES!!!", but it worked. We'll see.

kkim · January 24th, 2011, 12:35 AM

I'm not saying one bike is better than the other, but since you have the opportunity, I think it's smart to be sure of which is the better bike for you.

have fun deciding.

wayanlam · January 24th, 2011, 01:39 AM

omg.. $1700! i would buy it right away! seeing how the bikes condition looks to be in real good shape, and the previous owners didnt get carried away doing mods that could risk damaging the bike.

i would keep the lil 250 for solo rides, and take out the 500 to go tandem with my gf

it would be perfect!

DRivero · January 24th, 2011, 06:50 AM

wayanlam, you're really gonna love this: it was only $1600! I'm so glad the general consensus is that I got a good deal... makes me feel good.
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JeffM · January 24th, 2011, 06:55 AM

Debbi, nice EX500. Please stick around.

Oh, and if you must: http://www.ex-500.com/

bob706 · January 24th, 2011, 08:39 AM

Congrats

Yasko · January 24th, 2011, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRivero

wayanlam, you're really gonna love this: it was only $1600! I'm so glad the general consensus is that I got a good deal... makes me feel good.
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You had to buy it for that price...That's a awesome deal...

Alex · January 24th, 2011, 10:38 AM

/thread moved to ex-ninjetters lair

Live2ride · January 24th, 2011, 12:58 PM

Normally I don't like the look of the ex500's, but something about that bike just catches my eye and I'm not talking about just the price tag. Nice bike!

KJohnson21 · January 24th, 2011, 01:21 PM

Congrats!

Nice looking bike, that is one of the EX500 factory colors that actually looks good!

Some of the colors on the EX500 seem like they're designed to get the buyer to find whatever extra money they need to upgrade their purchase. I'm remembering a "pumpkin orange" that would make you flinch when you see it. If it's that bad, it doesn't matter how much you saved!

DRivero · January 24th, 2011, 02:29 PM

Thanks, everyone! I am very happy.

So today I texted Craig and said "go ahead and run the Craigslist ad; I don't need two bikes"......and then 5 minutes later I said forget it. I cannot make up my mind.

Alex (don't you dare laugh at me for this, but....) can I still go wherever I want in the Forums, or am I banished now?

Alex · January 24th, 2011, 02:41 PM

You can go wherever you want and continue to post wherever you want, there is no banishment of any kind, don't worry. :-)

We have a specific area here where people who have gotten new machines (whether or not they still have a ninjette) can chat about their new machines as much as they want. So if it is a tech question about the EX500, or other non-250 specific question, it probably belongs in this lair section, that's all.

DRivero · January 24th, 2011, 03:34 PM

Whew!
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Sailariel · January 24th, 2011, 03:43 PM

Congrats, Debbi. That's a really nice bike. I sold my Ninja a couple of months ago and bought a brand new Honda NT-700V touring bike. When my back heals up in the next year and a half to two years, I'll probably get a new FI Ninjette in GREEN. Falling off my house was sort of dumb. 69 year olds don't bounce too well.

Yasko · January 24th, 2011, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRivero

Thanks, everyone! I am very happy.

So today I texted Craig and said "go ahead and run the Craigslist ad; I don't need two bikes"......and then 5 minutes later I said forget it. I cannot make up my mind.

What's the pros and cons for you on the two bikes???Maybe the forum can help...

coondog · January 24th, 2011, 05:54 PM

I couldn't resist the deal on my 08 500, same color too, but i'll never let the 250 go. Sounds like you'll have to explain to your BF how the three of you can't ride anymore with him and daughter on 500 and you on 250. Wgat a tragic loss to "our" quality of life, DEAR.

HKr1 · January 25th, 2011, 02:13 PM

Thats a nice lookin 500. Have only seen a couple around here, they were both black.

DRivero · January 26th, 2011, 09:47 AM

Quote:

I couldn't resist the deal on my 08 500, same color too, but i'll never let the 250 go. Sounds like you'll have to explain to your BF how the three of you can't ride anymore with him and daughter on 500 and you on 250. Wgat a tragic loss to "our" quality of life, DEAR.

Craig actually has his own bike, an SV650. It's currently in my garage, front tire-less, with fork problems. It's been there for awhile. He likes riding the 500, but he loooves his SV. Can't say I blame him; I like his bike a lot.

I suppose I could ban him from riding the 500, as incentive to get him to finish the fork job.

Quote:

Thats a nice lookin 500. Have only seen a couple around here, they were both black.

Thanks. I love the "more beefy" look of the 500. Before I got my Ninjette, that's the bike I was looking for. They're pretty rare to find, though, at least around here.

Sailariel · January 27th, 2011, 01:05 PM

Forgot to mention this: If you leave this forum, Black Widow will track you down. She is nobody to mess with.

wvninja · January 27th, 2011, 01:42 PM

Nice Bike!

Theres one up here for sale thats a red 2008 with almost 5k miles.
http://www.rghonda.com/new_vehicle_d...92&pov=1808570

they are asking like $3,000 for it. I should go test ride it.

ninjabrewer · January 27th, 2011, 05:47 PM

ahh cool, another bike, enjoy the ride and, nah, we never kick out a lady rider.

nb

tiburonsita · January 27th, 2011, 11:15 PM

That wasn't a deal, it was a steal!

that's an awesome price. Enjoy it!

I kept my lil ninja for a couple of months also while having my new bike to make sure I wasn't regretting anything. Was not easy deciding to sell her - I wasnt trying very hard to get rid of her - still miss having it though I do love my new bike.

Anthony_marr · January 28th, 2011, 12:40 AM

Congrats on you Ninja 500. I've heard nothing but good about it. And have considered getting one myself at one point.

Instead, I just got this Takana 600, and am keeping both bikes - it and my 2005 Ninja ZZR 250 - for a while, since they offer different riding experiences. In the mean time, I have both bikes tentatively for sale, to see what they would bring.

Even if I end up selling the Ninjette, I would still stay in the club, because I like it's atmosphere. And I might one day just get another Ninjette.

Riding the 600 is a psychological experience. It is calming, since it makes riding the 250 a stress-free and relaxing experience.

DRivero · January 28th, 2011, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anthony_marr

Congrats on you Ninja 500. I've heard nothing but good about it. And have considered getting one myself at one point.

Instead, I just got this Takana 600, and am keeping both bikes - it and my 2005 Ninja ZZR 250 - for a while, since they offer different riding experiences. In the mean time, I have both bikes tentatively for sale, to see what they would bring.

Even if I end up selling the Ninjette, I would still stay in the club, because I like it's atmosphere. And I might one day just get another Ninjette.

Riding the 600 is a psychological experience. It is calming, since it makes riding the 250 a stress-free and relaxing experience.

I rode the 500 last night for my longest ride yet...about an hour in the saddle. I must say, it IS different, and calming for me too, for a different reason: the quiet. I never realized how much that "all hell breaking loose" noise the 250 makes affected me psychologically. The 500, being so quiet and a little more planted-feeling (plus it puts me a tad higher-up) made me feel quite confident as I rode......and here I thought I'd be less so on a bigger machine. Sort of a "quiet power" thing...and I definitely felt the difference in the engine power. Until last night, I was considering de-baffling the exhaust; now, I don't think I will.

I must say, I do believe I fell in love last night.

Blackwidow · January 28th, 2011, 09:37 AM

kidding! congrats on the new bike

DRivero · January 28th, 2011, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackwidow

kidding! congrats on the new bike

Don't ban me, bro!

Sailariel · January 28th, 2011, 01:50 PM

Debbi, I am glad that you were able to experience "Quiet Power". My Ninjette had the stock exhaust but at 75-80 it had a wail like a Lamborghini--a nice sound, for sure, but tiring after a while.

The NT-700 has that same trait your 500 has--quiet, and definitely planted. I noticed it most on secondary roads when a tractor trailer approaches going the opposite direction. There is none of that slipstream buffeting. I can't wait till spring. We have another week of sub-zero temperature working its way down from Hudson Bay, Canada.

Our oil bill this month topped $600.

January 23rd, 2011, 06:12 PM	#1
DRivero ninjette.org guru Name: Debbi Location: South Florida Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 (Sold); 2008 Ninja EX500 Posts: 273	So, are you guys gonna kick me out? Okay so, I bought a new Ninja. It's really not my fault. I absolutely couldn't help it: it's a 2008, with 17k miles, has never been dropped or wrecked, and only has noticable scratches on one lower fairing. No other cosmetic problems, nothing mechanically wrong at all, and it rides smooth as silk. The BF rode it home from the seller's, a 300 mile trip, without a single problem. It was $1600. However......it's an EX500. And I'll likely sell the 250, since I really didn't have the money to spare. Does this mean I'll be banished from Ninjette? Posted via Mobile Device

January 23rd, 2011, 07:55 PM	#6
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	Shannon, ever go to Fells Point for Halloween? __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

January 23rd, 2011, 08:29 PM	#9
scotty ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Scott Location: Carlise Ohio Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): Yahama v star 650 classic Posts: A lot.	PICS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________________________________________

January 23rd, 2011, 09:58 PM	#11
DRivero ninjette.org guru Name: Debbi Location: South Florida Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 (Sold); 2008 Ninja EX500 Posts: 273	Here it is: Bought it yesterday, from a member of the SV forum my BF, Craig, belongs too. The seller gave me a special price because of that; I think it was a fantastic deal, no? Fantastic enough to drive 600 or so miles in a day to buy it....did that yesterday. Craig rode it home after I bought it....300 miles in 40 degree weather. What a trip! It is the big brother to my 250....they're exactly the same color. In the pic, you can see the scratches to the lower fairing. Also, the guy I bought it from wasn't the original owner, and he said that when he got it, the tip of the front fender was damaged, so he trimmed it off. I don't think it looks bad, though. The only thing I don't love about this bike: it's SOOO quiet! The little brother makes MUCH more of a racket than this guy. I guess the previous owner of the 250 de-baffled the exhaust; the 500's is unmodified. Seriously, I have sewing machines that are louder than this bike! I REFUSE to spend money on noise, though, so I'm either going to have to live with it, or get my bike-builder neighbor to mess with it some. It's KILLING me to have to sell the 250, though. Today, we went on an all-day ride: my friend on his 80-something Sportster, my BF riding tandem on the 500 with my 12yo daughter, and me on the 250, for one last ride.....and I had a blast on it. The BF is posting it up for sale on Craigslist as I type this, and I fricking hate it. I will be SO sad to see the little guy go. Maybe I should have him post the ad like this: "2001 Ninja 250 - it's a girl's-bike....you don't want it" __________________________________________________ www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1568567524

January 24th, 2011, 12:32 AM	#14
DRivero ninjette.org guru Name: Debbi Location: South Florida Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 (Sold); 2008 Ninja EX500 Posts: 273	A softer ride....hmm. I wouldn't say softer; I went for a ride around my neighborhood, where we have speed humps, and before I hit the first one I was thinking it would sort of glide over it like a Cadillac, but it didn't. It actually felt a little harder than the 250.....maybe because it's heavier. However, it IS a more substantial feel....like more THERE, and it's very nimble and responsive. I am happy so far, but I decided to take Kim's advice and not post the ad for the 250 yet. I had to yell "STOP THE PRESSES!!!", but it worked. We'll see. __________________________________________________ www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1568567524

January 23rd, 2011, 06:33 PM	#2
oroboros GDTRFB Name: Drew Location: SE PA Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 - sold 2005 EX500R project Posts: 496	Let's not be ridiculous! Congratulations on the new bike Posted via Mobile Device

January 23rd, 2011, 07:10 PM	#5
dirtyjeepgirl75 ninjette.org newbie Name: Shannon Location: Glen Burnie, MD Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2004 Ninja 500R Posts: 3	lol! i was worried about that too! i joined and then realized this was a 250 site! ooops! i also just bought an EX500!

January 23rd, 2011, 08:14 PM	#7
Yasko Texas Newbie Name: John Location: D/FW Texas Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 07 Ninja EX250, 07 FZ6 Posts: A lot.	No photos, it didn't happen...

January 23rd, 2011, 08:15 PM	#8
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Get outta here!

January 23rd, 2011, 09:55 PM	#10
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	cool, be careful, and enjoy

January 23rd, 2011, 10:04 PM	#12
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Debbie, Nice bike. One suggestion, though... Even if you can't afford to keep both bikes, perhaps you should keep them both for awhile to compare them just to make sure you like the 500 more than the 250. It would be a shame for you to sell the 250 and later realize you prefer the 250 more? Just a thought... have fun whatever you decide.

January 23rd, 2011, 10:32 PM	#13
Yasko Texas Newbie Name: John Location: D/FW Texas Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 07 Ninja EX250, 07 FZ6 Posts: A lot.	Wowo!!! You're so lucky...That's a nice bike...Is it a softer ride???

January 24th, 2011, 12:35 AM	#15
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	I'm not saying one bike is better than the other, but since you have the opportunity, I think it's smart to be sure of which is the better bike for you. have fun deciding.

January 24th, 2011, 01:39 AM	#16
wayanlam ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Wayan Location: Bali - Indonesia Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Z250 Posts: A lot.	omg.. $1700! i would buy it right away! seeing how the bikes condition looks to be in real good shape, and the previous owners didnt get carried away doing mods that could risk damaging the bike. i would keep the lil 250 for solo rides, and take out the 500 to go tandem with my gf it would be perfect! __________________________________________________ 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

January 24th, 2011, 06:50 AM	#17
DRivero ninjette.org guru Name: Debbi Location: South Florida Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 (Sold); 2008 Ninja EX500 Posts: 273	wayanlam, you're really gonna love this: it was only $1600! I'm so glad the general consensus is that I got a good deal... makes me feel good. Posted via Mobile Device

January 24th, 2011, 06:55 AM	#18
JeffM Mr. 988 Name: Jeff Location: Sandy, Utah Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): One Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Debbi, nice EX500. Please stick around. Oh, and if you must: http://www.ex-500.com/ __________________________________________________ "I'm the one that's got to die when it's time for me to die, so let me live my life, the way I want to" - Jimi Hendrix Cancer

January 24th, 2011, 08:39 AM	#19
bob706 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Mary Esther, FL Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 1998 HD Road King Posts: A lot.	Congrats

January 24th, 2011, 10:38 AM	#21
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	/thread moved to ex-ninjetters lair __________________________________________________ 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)

January 24th, 2011, 12:58 PM	#22
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	Normally I don't like the look of the ex500's, but something about that bike just catches my eye and I'm not talking about just the price tag. Nice bike! __________________________________________________

January 24th, 2011, 01:21 PM	#23
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	Congrats! Nice looking bike, that is one of the EX500 factory colors that actually looks good! Some of the colors on the EX500 seem like they're designed to get the buyer to find whatever extra money they need to upgrade their purchase. I'm remembering a "pumpkin orange" that would make you flinch when you see it. If it's that bad, it doesn't matter how much you saved! __________________________________________________ < ATGATT > Sweat you can wipe off, Road rash you can't. HEY!! Unregistered!! Does your bike have a name?

January 24th, 2011, 02:29 PM	#24
DRivero ninjette.org guru Name: Debbi Location: South Florida Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 (Sold); 2008 Ninja EX500 Posts: 273	Thanks, everyone! I am very happy. So today I texted Craig and said "go ahead and run the Craigslist ad; I don't need two bikes"......and then 5 minutes later I said forget it. I cannot make up my mind. Alex (don't you dare laugh at me for this, but....) can I still go wherever I want in the Forums, or am I banished now? __________________________________________________ www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1568567524

January 24th, 2011, 02:41 PM	#25
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	You can go wherever you want and continue to post wherever you want, there is no banishment of any kind, don't worry. :-) We have a specific area here where people who have gotten new machines (whether or not they still have a ninjette) can chat about their new machines as much as they want. So if it is a tech question about the EX500, or other non-250 specific question, it probably belongs in this lair section, that's all. __________________________________________________ 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)

January 24th, 2011, 03:34 PM	#26
DRivero ninjette.org guru Name: Debbi Location: South Florida Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 (Sold); 2008 Ninja EX500 Posts: 273	Whew! Posted via Mobile Device

January 24th, 2011, 03:43 PM	#27
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Congrats, Debbi. That's a really nice bike. I sold my Ninja a couple of months ago and bought a brand new Honda NT-700V touring bike. When my back heals up in the next year and a half to two years, I'll probably get a new FI Ninjette in GREEN. Falling off my house was sort of dumb. 69 year olds don't bounce too well. __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

January 24th, 2011, 05:54 PM	#29
coondog ninjette.org sage Name: john Location: Palm Beach County, Fl Sligo County, Eire Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ninja 250 street fighter, 2008 street fighter ninja 500, 2001 nsr 125 Posts: 812	I couldn't resist the deal on my 08 500, same color too, but i'll never let the 250 go. Sounds like you'll have to explain to your BF how the three of you can't ride anymore with him and daughter on 500 and you on 250. Wgat a tragic loss to "our" quality of life, DEAR.

January 25th, 2011, 02:13 PM	#30
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Thats a nice lookin 500. Have only seen a couple around here, they were both black.

January 27th, 2011, 01:05 PM	#32
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Forgot to mention this: If you leave this forum, Black Widow will track you down. She is nobody to mess with. __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

January 27th, 2011, 01:42 PM	#33
wvninja ninjette.org sage Name: Nate Location: west virginia Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Honda CBR600RR Posts: 633	Nice Bike! Theres one up here for sale thats a red 2008 with almost 5k miles. http://www.rghonda.com/new_vehicle_d...92&pov=1808570 they are asking like $3,000 for it. I should go test ride it. __________________________________________________ "Riding a motorcycle is like playing sports, not everyone is cut out for it." - WVNinja

January 27th, 2011, 05:47 PM	#34
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	ahh cool, another bike, enjoy the ride and, nah, we never kick out a lady rider. 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

January 27th, 2011, 11:15 PM	#35
tiburonsita ninjette.org member Name: m Location: metro area Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 black Ninja 250R Posts: 177	That wasn't a deal, it was a steal! that's an awesome price. Enjoy it! I kept my lil ninja for a couple of months also while having my new bike to make sure I wasn't regretting anything. Was not easy deciding to sell her - I wasnt trying very hard to get rid of her - still miss having it though I do love my new bike.

January 28th, 2011, 12:40 AM	#36
Anthony_marr ninjette.org guru Name: Anthony Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZZR 250; 1996 Suzuki Katana GSXF 600; 80s Yamaha 650 Special; 70s Kawasaki 350 Triple Posts: 448	Congrats on you Ninja 500. I've heard nothing but good about it. And have considered getting one myself at one point. Instead, I just got this Takana 600, and am keeping both bikes - it and my 2005 Ninja ZZR 250 - for a while, since they offer different riding experiences. In the mean time, I have both bikes tentatively for sale, to see what they would bring. Even if I end up selling the Ninjette, I would still stay in the club, because I like it's atmosphere. And I might one day just get another Ninjette. Riding the 600 is a psychological experience. It is calming, since it makes riding the 250 a stress-free and relaxing experience.

January 28th, 2011, 09:37 AM	#38
Blackwidow ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paulette Location: . Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	kidding! congrats on the new bike __________________________________________________ sometimes I aim to please, but mostly I shoot to kill

January 28th, 2011, 01:50 PM	#40
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Debbi, I am glad that you were able to experience "Quiet Power". My Ninjette had the stock exhaust but at 75-80 it had a wail like a Lamborghini--a nice sound, for sure, but tiring after a while. The NT-700 has that same trait your 500 has--quiet, and definitely planted. I noticed it most on secondary roads when a tractor trailer approaches going the opposite direction. There is none of that slipstream buffeting. I can't wait till spring. We have another week of sub-zero temperature working its way down from Hudson Bay, Canada. Our oil bill this month topped $600. __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

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