From passenger to rider

OTinyOne · May 14th, 2014, 09:51 AM

Hi all!!! I'm a new rider, will be getting my classes done early June. Can't wait!!!
I've been a passenger all my life and finally decided to get my license.
I have a 2011 Ninja 250cc. Just came back from the shop (had to get it lowered and carbs cleaned >_<) Still need to get the fender removed and I was thinking frame sliders as well. Appreciate any horror/fun/hear-my-awesomeness stories from everyone here.

csmith12 · May 14th, 2014, 09:53 AM

Welcome Jess!

ally99 · May 14th, 2014, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

Hi all!!! I'm a new rider, will be getting my classes done early June. Can't wait!!!
I've been a passenger all my life and finally decided to get my license.
I have a 2011 Ninja 250cc. Just came back from the shop (had to get it lowered and carbs cleaned >_<) Still need to get the fender removed and I was thinking frame sliders as well. Appreciate any horror/fun/hear-my-awesomeness stories from everyone here.

Welcome, Jess! I love having new female riders on board!

! Have you taken the MSF class yet?

Trailerboy531 · May 14th, 2014, 09:55 AM

Girl rider?

Pics or I don't believe it.

OTinyOne · May 14th, 2014, 09:59 AM

Glad to be here!
My first class is 2 weeks from now.
My partner (Ninja Bob) highlyyyyy recommends that I don't start ridding before taking the class so all I can do is stare at it and drool until I get my endorsement.

ally99 · May 14th, 2014, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

My partner (Ninja Bob) highlyyyyy recommends that I don't start ridding before taking the class so all I can do is stare at it and drool until I get my endorsement.

He sounds like a keeper. Man makes sense!

allanoue · May 14th, 2014, 10:05 AM

Jess

cbinker · May 14th, 2014, 10:06 AM

oh Hi.

250rr · May 14th, 2014, 10:09 AM

Welcome, my friend.

OTinyOne · May 14th, 2014, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailerboy531

Girl rider?

Pics or I don't believe it.

I know I have a mix gender name but I'm definitely female (looks down at ...) But will get proof soon enough muahaha

Klondike1020 · May 14th, 2014, 10:31 AM

Welcome to the site! your self control is astounding.

how long until you take the class?

NevadaWolf · May 14th, 2014, 10:32 AM

Welcome Jess! Glad to have you on board. This place needs more ladies to keep all the guys in line.

allanoue · May 14th, 2014, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Klondike1020

how long until you take the class?

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

Glad to be here!
My first class is 2 weeks from now.

OTinyOne · May 14th, 2014, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Klondike1020

Welcome to the site! your self control is astounding.

how long until you take the class?

It's taking everything I have to not jump on it and go. My partner took me a ride a few weeks ago and it tore me pieces. Not that it wasn't fun, I enjoyed it, but I wanna speed down the highway on my own baby.

First class is two weeks from now. I'll be done June 1st.

Ninja Bob · May 14th, 2014, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ally99

He sounds like a keeper. Man makes sense!

I am a keeper. I keep many things. I keep a dog. I keep all my pay stubs. I also keep this nifty piece of shale that I thought would make a good paper weight. But I'm not actually using it as a paper weight, so I'm just keeping it.

Rogue · May 14th, 2014, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

I know I have a mix gender name but I'm definitely female (looks down at ...) But will get proof soon enough muahaha

Welcome!! Waiting until after you've completed the course is difficult, but well worth it. This way you won't have picked up any bad habits that you'll need to unlearn.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

This place needs more ladies to keep all the guys in line.

Yes, yes we do! Female riders...we're taking over Ninjette one bike at a time!

crazymadbastard · May 14th, 2014, 01:01 PM

Welcome to the site!

EternalNewb · May 14th, 2014, 02:18 PM

Welcome aboard, Jess! Sounds like an exciting time. Do you already have all your gear? You could spend some time looking into/shopping for it in the mean time.

cuong-nutz · May 14th, 2014, 02:24 PM

Welcome!

KJohnson21 · May 14th, 2014, 06:23 PM

ForceofWill · May 14th, 2014, 06:29 PM

Welcome! +1 on the gear shopping and have Bob help you start picking out mods

OTinyOne · May 14th, 2014, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EternalNewb

Welcome aboard, Jess! Sounds like an exciting time. Do you already have all your gear? You could spend some time looking into/shopping for it in the mean time.

I have some of my gear. Boots, helmet, and gloves.
I still need to get jacket and pants.
I'm really tiny so I haven't found any thing that fits.
I've tried Joe Rocket's Trixie XS jacket and it looked like I stole it from Drew Carey.

Pants are even worse. I can pull them up to my chest and they're the smallest REV'IT Gear 2 leather pants. I'm at a loss as to what to do next.

allanoue · May 14th, 2014, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

I have some of my gear. Boots, helmet, and gloves.
I still need to get jacket and pants.
I'm really tiny so I haven't found any thing that fits.
I've tried Joe Rocket's Trixie XS jacket and it looked like I stole it from Drew Carey.

Pants are even worse. I can pull them up to my chest and they're the smallest REV'IT Gear 2 leather pants. I'm at a loss as to what to do next.

Try the Kid sizes.

OTinyOne · May 14th, 2014, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allanoue

Try the Kid sizes.

Can't find the right jacket or pants in kids sizes.
They only have dirt bike stuff.

EternalNewb · May 14th, 2014, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

Can't find the right jacket or pants in kids sizes.
They only have dirt bike stuff.

Your pain? I feel it. I, too, suffer from the small/awkwardly sized issue. It's even a problem when trying to buy non-motorcycle clothing.

Kscreations08 · May 14th, 2014, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EternalNewb

Welcome aboard, Jess! Sounds like an exciting time. Do you already have all your gear? You could spend some time looking into/shopping for it in the mean time.

Classic. Lady needs to wait, shop in the meantime!

psych0hans · May 14th, 2014, 07:38 PM

EternalNewb · May 14th, 2014, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kscreations08

Classic. Lady needs to wait, shop in the meantime!

"Lady" has nothing to do with it. Consider the alternative.

the_little_one · May 14th, 2014, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OTinyOne

I have some of my gear. Boots, helmet, and gloves.
I still need to get jacket and pants.
I'm really tiny so I haven't found any thing that fits.
I've tried Joe Rocket's Trixie XS jacket and it looked like I stole it from Drew Carey.

Pants are even worse. I can pull them up to my chest and they're the smallest REV'IT Gear 2 leather pants. I'm at a loss as to what to do next.

Welcome OTinyOne! I'm the little one. =D

Needless to say, I have a tough time getting gear that fits too... For reference, I'm an even 5' and ~108ish lbs. when I lay off the ice cream.

Jackets: Have you looked at Alpinestars XS or size 38 jackets? It's the smallest off the rack I've ever found and amazingly, they fit me pretty well.

Pants: Like you, I spent an even longer time trying to find pants, but lucked out with a pair of new Dainese size 40 just a couple months ago. They're a bit loose at the waist, but they have some cinching velcro tabs to help. And they're still a little long for me, but the shin guards help the pants stay up above my boots. Before that, I kinda gave up and went with Z custom leathers where Adolf made me a pair that fit perfectly!

Boots: OH, I also got some Daytona boots for the streets. They give me a couple inches to work with so I can reach the ground better.

Track: Finally for the track, Dainese makes a boys suit that I was able to squeeze into.

Hope this give you hope that gear exists for us! I'll look up the exact model names for you if you'd like. Happy shopping!

misfitsailor · May 14th, 2014, 10:07 PM

Welcome to Ninjette, Jess!

OTinyOne · May 15th, 2014, 05:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the_little_one

Welcome OTinyOne! I'm the little one. =D

Needless to say, I have a tough time getting gear that fits too... For reference, I'm an even 5' and ~108ish lbs. when I lay off the ice cream.

Jackets: Have you looked at Alpinestars XS or size 38 jackets? It's the smallest off the rack I've ever found and amazingly, they fit me pretty well.

Pants: Like you, I spent an even longer time trying to find pants, but lucked out with a pair of new Dainese size 40 just a couple months ago. They're a bit loose at the waist, but they have some cinching velcro tabs to help. And they're still a little long for me, but the shin guards help the pants stay up above my boots. Before that, I kinda gave up and went with Z custom leathers where Adolf made me a pair that fit perfectly!

Boots: OH, I also got some Daytona boots for the streets. They give me a couple inches to work with so I can reach the ground better.

Track: Finally for the track, Dainese makes a boys suit that I was able to squeeze into.

Hope this give you hope that gear exists for us! I'll look up the exact model names for you if you'd like. Happy shopping!

I'm 5'1 and barely 90lbs. I'll look into the alpinestars jacket, that might work. Can you please me tell the name?
Not sure if size 40 pants will fit me. I like the custom idea though.
I have Joe Rocket Heartbreaker boots and those fit perfectly. They have an interior stacked wedge! Gave me a lil boost as well

Glad I'm not the only one who needs to look into the short and tiny section for gear.

Snake · May 16th, 2014, 11:38 PM

Hello and welcome.

squirrelystar · May 17th, 2014, 07:46 AM

Hi Jess, welcome! (:

crazymadbastard · May 30th, 2014, 05:47 PM

Welcome friend!

May 14th, 2014, 09:51 AM	#1
OTinyOne Pocket-size fun Name: Jess Location: Cleveland, Ohio Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R Posts: 9	From passenger to rider Hi all!!! I'm a new rider, will be getting my classes done early June. Can't wait!!! I've been a passenger all my life and finally decided to get my license. I have a 2011 Ninja 250cc. Just came back from the shop (had to get it lowered and carbs cleaned >_<) Still need to get the fender removed and I was thinking frame sliders as well. Appreciate any horror/fun/hear-my-awesomeness stories from everyone here. __________________________________________________ Hear me rawrrrrrrrrr

May 14th, 2014, 09:53 AM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Welcome Jess! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

May 14th, 2014, 09:55 AM	#4
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	Girl rider? Pics or I don't believe it. __________________________________________________ CVMA #531

May 14th, 2014, 09:59 AM	#5
OTinyOne Pocket-size fun Name: Jess Location: Cleveland, Ohio Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R Posts: 9	Glad to be here! My first class is 2 weeks from now. My partner (Ninja Bob) highlyyyyy recommends that I don't start ridding before taking the class so all I can do is stare at it and drool until I get my endorsement. __________________________________________________ Hear me rawrrrrrrrrr
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May 14th, 2014, 10:06 AM	#8
cbinker Track Clown Name: Chris Location: Kingman, AZ Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R, 21 MV F3 800, Kawasaki 400 build Posts: A lot. MOTM - Sep '15	oh Hi. __________________________________________________ TEAM ALFALFA www.apexassassins.com

May 14th, 2014, 10:05 AM	#7
allanoue ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Al Location: York, Pa Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300..............2008 Ninja 500-sold...2009 Ninja 250-Crashed Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '14	Jess

May 14th, 2014, 10:09 AM	#9
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May 14th, 2014, 10:31 AM	#11
Klondike1020 Intrepid Adventurer Name: Josh Location: Rochester/Buffalo NY Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2004 GSXR 750 , 71 cb350streettracker, 07 Polaris Predator 500 Posts: A lot.	Welcome to the site! your self control is astounding. how long until you take the class? __________________________________________________ LIFE IS NOT FOR REGRETS OR EXCUSES. Breath deep, seek peace. Embrace the Madness. Life is good, let it be

May 14th, 2014, 10:32 AM	#12
NevadaWolf Certified looney toon Name: Teri Location: 39°52'40.7"N 118°23'53.8"W (Northern NV) Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 102k+ miles -- 2014 CB500X, 42k+ miles Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 16 MOTM Jul '13, Jul '14	Welcome Jess! Glad to have you on board. This place needs more ladies to keep all the guys in line. __________________________________________________ <-- Linky Hey Unregistered! The code [you] shows the username currently logged in. IBA # 56020 AMA # 521481 Fun Rides! ][ My Videos ][ My Gear Hold yourself to the same rules you expect others to follow.

May 14th, 2014, 01:01 PM	#17
crazymadbastard I'm crazy,your excuse is? Name: Winston Location: Connecticut Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250 2007 ninja Posts: A lot.	Welcome to the site! __________________________________________________ My Cafe Racer Build My intro post

May 14th, 2014, 02:18 PM	#18
EternalNewb ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: S Location: CA/MA, usually Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R, 2007 Ninja 650R, 2001 F650 Dakar Posts: A lot.	Welcome aboard, Jess! Sounds like an exciting time. Do you already have all your gear? You could spend some time looking into/shopping for it in the mean time.

May 14th, 2014, 02:24 PM	#19
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	Welcome! __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days

May 14th, 2014, 06:23 PM	#20
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 14th, 2014, 06:29 PM	#21
ForceofWill Blind 250 Loving Whore Name: Tom Location: Chesapeake, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R, 02 FZ1, '20 Fat Bob 114 Posts: A lot.	Welcome! +1 on the gear shopping and have Bob help you start picking out mods

May 14th, 2014, 07:38 PM	#27
psych0hans ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Hansveer Location: Bombay, India Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r - Track whore, Ninja 300 - SOLD, KTM RC390 - Orange Hulk, Ducati 899 Panigale - Red Devil. Posts: A lot.	__________________________________________________ GETTING BACK INTO RIDING? Read this.

May 14th, 2014, 10:07 PM	#30
misfitsailor Ninjette Jockey Name: Tim Location: Stockton, Ca Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R, Harley Davidson Heritage Softail, 2 Honda Monkeys, Polini & GRC mini GP Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	Welcome to Ninjette, Jess! __________________________________________________ For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?.

May 16th, 2014, 11:38 PM	#32
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.

May 17th, 2014, 07:46 AM	#33
squirrelystar ninjette.org member Name: Victoria Location: Dallas Join Date: Nov 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Posts: 50	Hi Jess, welcome! (:

May 30th, 2014, 05:47 PM	#34
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