took my msf class

chokeagoat · August 24th, 2010, 04:18 PM

took my msf class, 3 days, first was book work/videos last 2 days were riding (never ridden before) and it was hecka fun, the instructors were cool, joked aound but were still serious. I was soo nervious during the "test":
we had to do two circles, changing direction after the first 1, all withen a 20 by 40 foot box, tht was the hardest for me...i lost points cus i put my foot down on my second circle:{ . than we did obstacle avoidance, tht was just getting up to about 15 mph than swerving riight past some cones, than left back into the path. um quick stop...i did good, and than cornering...i lost some points cus my throttle control isnt good...i slowing down a little while turning.

but all in all im extremely happy that I took the course, I think Its a MUST for new riders.

and now I want a bike to continue my learning...
my local shop is tryn to sell me a 2010 250 for 3,800 before tax and ****...
tht too much?

Alex · August 24th, 2010, 04:31 PM

Congrats on passing the class. Negotiate with the dealers exclusively with the OTD (out the door) price. Doesn't matter how much they say freight, setup, miscellaneous, etc. is, and doesn't matter how much they discount off the MSRP. Only price that matters is the overall price that you're going to write the check for (or get the loan for). California pricing is pretty up there, so I'm curious about what would be a good deal out the door. $5000 OTD or above would be way high. $4000 OTD is probably a little lower than could be expected (considering the MSRP is even above that, especially for the SE versions). This guy recently purchased one OTD for $3800, but that's in TX, and I'm not sure it's feasible to get the same pricing here in CA.

chokeagoat · August 24th, 2010, 04:32 PM

Awesome, thanks Alex

ally99 · August 24th, 2010, 04:39 PM

Welcome Bob! The class is definitely worth taking! Glad you had a good experience! :-) Have fun bike shopping!

Snake · August 24th, 2010, 04:54 PM

Congratulations, glad to see you are taking the slow and easy approach. You will love this bike and the sport.

KJohnson21 · August 24th, 2010, 06:17 PM

Glad to hear that you made it, and that you had a good time doing it!

bob706 · August 24th, 2010, 06:26 PM

Congrats on the msf.

Have you considered a used 250? $3,800 isn't bad but slightly used is better

geoff2k · August 25th, 2010, 07:16 AM

Congrats on the MSF!

What bike did you ride on the range?

meeshee · August 25th, 2010, 07:54 AM

Congrats!!! My class starts Friday.....

I would recommend a used 250. They are hard to come by, but when you find one...it is usually a better deal. This is your first bike and who knows, you might wanna upgrade later to something bigger. Used is the way to go. I found my bike online! Love it!!! I think the dealership is trying to sucker you....I think it's too much....but I don't live in CA.

Blackwidow · August 25th, 2010, 09:54 AM

thats great. glad you liked the class.

I bought a new 250 2010 for 4600$ OTD, that included warranty for 3 years and riding boots. which dealer did you go to?

onetruevibe · August 25th, 2010, 12:36 PM

Nice! I agree, the course is a MUST. In PA it's free, and to think people pass it up....really?

I found my bike on Craigslist. It has some scratches from the previous owner, but that's cool - this way I'll be less irritated when I dump it.

want1sobad · August 25th, 2010, 12:39 PM

+1 on used. if you're patient, you can find something on craigslist or ebay for less than 3k......i found mine for 2350 with less than 5k miles.

onetruevibe · August 25th, 2010, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by want1sobad

+1 on used. if you're patient, you can find something on craigslist or ebay for less than 3k......i found mine for 2350 with less than 5k miles.

Craigslist here - 2008 with scratches for < $2k.

Dudes who need money for tuition = woot

edit to add: only 2060 miles.

chokeagoat · August 25th, 2010, 01:11 PM

Thanks guys! yeah i have definitely lookied into getting a used ninja, it just seems that around here,(SF bay erea)theres not too many or if there is a pretty good priced 1 it sells pretty quick.

someone asked what dealer I went to...I went to one in Tracy, I figure further away from the San Fran stuff will be cheaper.

someone else asked what bike I used on the MSF course, it was the honda rebel.

thurt88 · August 25th, 2010, 01:25 PM

I got jacked then. I payed 4500.00 otd for a new 2010 250 and didnt get any extra anything. No matter, getting a used 600 next season.

I agree with earlier post, get a used one. Break in period blows anyways.

Rosie · August 25th, 2010, 01:34 PM

I had a Honda Rebel on my MSF class too.. Didn't like it, I kept looking for the footpegs further back than they were. They had a Ninja 250 as well but by the time I put my eyes on her someone else had already hopped on

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Blackwidow · August 25th, 2010, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thurt88

I got jacked then. I payed 4500.00 otd for a new 2010 250 and didnt get any extra anything. No matter, getting a used 600 next season.

I agree with earlier post, get a used one. Break in period blows anyways.

i have long eyelashes and i bat them pretty well. lol

meeshee · August 25th, 2010, 03:35 PM

I got my 2008 ninja 250 for $2800....had the lowering kit on it, new brakes, plugs and only has 3400 miles. Also came with a helmet and a ramp.

I got mine off CycleTrader.com

Rosie · August 25th, 2010, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by meeshee

I got my 2008 ninja 250 for $2800....had the lowering kit on it, new brakes, plugs and only has 3400 miles. Also came with a helmet and a ramp.

I got mine off CycleTrader.com

Good deal!

meeshee · August 25th, 2010, 03:45 PM

That's what I thought. lol I basically got the bike and then started looking for ways to make it my own....without the hassle of "overpaying" for things I didn't want.

PS. I love my bike!

awesome_r6 · August 25th, 2010, 10:07 PM

I found a stealership who was going to sell me a 09 or 10 for 3500 out the door. Not a bad price.

arnette · November 1st, 2010, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackwidow

thats great. glad you liked the class.

I bought a new 250 2010 for 4600$ OTD, that included warranty for 3 years and riding boots. which dealer did you go to?

Where'd you shop? I'm in Pasadena and could use a recommendation.

August 24th, 2010, 04:18 PM	#1
chokeagoat ninjette.org member Name: bob Location: Livermore, CA Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): soon to have a 09 or 2010 ninja 250 Posts: 12	took my msf class took my msf class, 3 days, first was book work/videos last 2 days were riding (never ridden before) and it was hecka fun, the instructors were cool, joked aound but were still serious. I was soo nervious during the "test": we had to do two circles, changing direction after the first 1, all withen a 20 by 40 foot box, tht was the hardest for me...i lost points cus i put my foot down on my second circle:{ . than we did obstacle avoidance, tht was just getting up to about 15 mph than swerving riight past some cones, than left back into the path. um quick stop...i did good, and than cornering...i lost some points cus my throttle control isnt good...i slowing down a little while turning. but all in all im extremely happy that I took the course, I think Its a MUST for new riders. and now I want a bike to continue my learning... my local shop is tryn to sell me a 2010 250 for 3,800 before tax and ****... tht too much?

August 24th, 2010, 04:31 PM	#2
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August 24th, 2010, 04:39 PM	#4
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August 25th, 2010, 12:36 PM	#11
onetruevibe Love Rival Name: Brian Location: Western PA Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 449	Nice! I agree, the course is a MUST. In PA it's free, and to think people pass it up....really? I found my bike on Craigslist. It has some scratches from the previous owner, but that's cool - this way I'll be less irritated when I dump it. __________________________________________________ “Comparison is the thief of joy.” -Dwight Edwards

August 24th, 2010, 04:32 PM	#3
chokeagoat ninjette.org member Name: bob Location: Livermore, CA Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): soon to have a 09 or 2010 ninja 250 Posts: 12	Awesome, thanks Alex

August 24th, 2010, 04:54 PM	#5
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	Congratulations, glad to see you are taking the slow and easy approach. You will love this bike and the sport.

August 24th, 2010, 06:26 PM	#7
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 on the msf. Have you considered a used 250? $3,800 isn't bad but slightly used is better

August 25th, 2010, 07:16 AM	#8
geoff2k Chicken strips R US Name: Geoff Location: Washington, DC Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): Silver 2007 Ninja 250 EX250F, Silver 2007 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Posts: 29	Congrats on the MSF! What bike did you ride on the range?

August 25th, 2010, 07:54 AM	#9
meeshee Dude, Where's My Car? Name: Michelle Location: Jackson, MI Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R "Passion Red" Posts: 114 Blog Entries: 3	Congrats!!! My class starts Friday..... I would recommend a used 250. They are hard to come by, but when you find one...it is usually a better deal. This is your first bike and who knows, you might wanna upgrade later to something bigger. Used is the way to go. I found my bike online! Love it!!! I think the dealership is trying to sucker you....I think it's too much....but I don't live in CA.

August 25th, 2010, 09:54 AM	#10
Blackwidow ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paulette Location: . Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	thats great. glad you liked the class. I bought a new 250 2010 for 4600$ OTD, that included warranty for 3 years and riding boots. which dealer did you go to?

August 25th, 2010, 12:39 PM	#12
want1sobad Ninjette CPT Name: Vince Location: jacksonville, fl Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Black 08 250r Posts: A lot.	+1 on used. if you're patient, you can find something on craigslist or ebay for less than 3k......i found mine for 2350 with less than 5k miles.

August 25th, 2010, 01:11 PM	#14
chokeagoat ninjette.org member Name: bob Location: Livermore, CA Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): soon to have a 09 or 2010 ninja 250 Posts: 12	Thanks guys! yeah i have definitely lookied into getting a used ninja, it just seems that around here,(SF bay erea)theres not too many or if there is a pretty good priced 1 it sells pretty quick. someone asked what dealer I went to...I went to one in Tracy, I figure further away from the San Fran stuff will be cheaper. someone else asked what bike I used on the MSF course, it was the honda rebel.

August 25th, 2010, 01:25 PM	#15
thurt88 ninjette.org guru Name: Tommy Location: Missouri Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Honda CRF250L, 2010 ninja 250r Posts: 413	I got jacked then. I payed 4500.00 otd for a new 2010 250 and didnt get any extra anything. No matter, getting a used 600 next season. I agree with earlier post, get a used one. Break in period blows anyways.

August 25th, 2010, 01:34 PM	#16
Rosie ninjette.org sage Name: Rose Location: San Diego Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Blue Ninja 250R Posts: 650	I had a Honda Rebel on my MSF class too.. Didn't like it, I kept looking for the footpegs further back than they were. They had a Ninja 250 as well but by the time I put my eyes on her someone else had already hopped on Posted via Mobile Device

August 25th, 2010, 03:35 PM	#18
meeshee Dude, Where's My Car? Name: Michelle Location: Jackson, MI Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R "Passion Red" Posts: 114 Blog Entries: 3	I got my 2008 ninja 250 for $2800....had the lowering kit on it, new brakes, plugs and only has 3400 miles. Also came with a helmet and a ramp. I got mine off CycleTrader.com

August 25th, 2010, 03:45 PM	#20
meeshee Dude, Where's My Car? Name: Michelle Location: Jackson, MI Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R "Passion Red" Posts: 114 Blog Entries: 3	That's what I thought. lol I basically got the bike and then started looking for ways to make it my own....without the hassle of "overpaying" for things I didn't want. PS. I love my bike!

August 25th, 2010, 10:07 PM	#21
awesome_r6 ninjette.org member Name: Craig Location: jackson Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 R6 Posts: 34	I found a stealership who was going to sell me a 09 or 10 for 3500 out the door. Not a bad price.

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