GSX-R rear signals on 2008+ 250s?

Colezombie · November 4th, 2010, 09:31 PM

I was looking at my friends GSX-R 750 today and wondered if someone has ever put those rear signals on a 250.. I'm sure it could be done or is there a kit like that?

that would look amazing on my 250..IMO..

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 10:08 AM

That style is called a "duck tail." It's extra-wide so that the blinker spacing meets DOT regs while still being integrated.

There is a Ducati-style duck tail available in Indonesia but the functional blinkers are underneath like a typical undertail kit and the integrated ones are dummies. Nothing stopping you from putting a pair of bulbs there though.

Matt was able to get one for a Canadian member but he wasn't able to get me one and he says he won't be getting any more.

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by CZroe

That style is called a "duck tail." It's extra-wide so that the blinker spacing meets DOT regs while still being integrated.

There is a Ducati-style duck tail available in Indonesia but the functional blinkers are underneath like a typical undertail kit and the integrated ones are dummies. Nothing stopping you from putting a pair of bulbs there though.

Matt was able to get one for a Canadian member but he wasn't able to get me one and he says he won't be getting any more.

Why is that? I asked him several times about this ductail and he never reply to my pm's and I am very interested in this ductail.

I know how to work with fiberglass pretty well and I been considering in doing one, but the problem I have is the tail light.

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 10:26 AM

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Why is that? I asked him several times about this ductail and he never reply to my pm's and I am very interested in this ductail.

I know how to work with fiberglass pretty well and I been considering in doing one, but the problem I have is the tail light.

I think it was because he broke even or lost money, but I was willing to pay more and he wouldn't have had to ship to Canada. *shrug*

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 11:03 AM

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I think it was because he broke even or lost money, but I was willing to pay more and he wouldn't have had to ship to Canada. *shrug*

Do you know how much was the duck tail? I guess depending on $ we might me able to convince him to get a couple of them.
Pm me if you like.

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 11:24 AM

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Do you know how much was the duck tail? I guess depending on $ we might me able to convince him to get a couple of them.
Pm me if you like.

I was among the first to ask but only green was available. divingtigger had a green bike so he got the only one.

Here are the relevant posts:

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If I get them for you guys you are responsible for all costs. And I will charge a 10% service fee since I do not intend on selling them.

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These I can get for $225. And it comes painted. Cheapest way to get them is ocean freight with a month+ wait. and the price would be under $300 total or real close to it. The fast way and your looking at about a $400 tail.

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$225 was the cost for me to buy it (more now since the dollar is in the pits)+ shipping to me $25 + whatever the eventual shipping is to Canada is what Rob is paying (estimate of $50 if its a little less I keep the difference if its a little more then Rob pays it which shouldn't happen). I did this just to get one over here. If there is interest I would say to expect a $400 price tag and it being a special order product due to limited availability and the pain in the butt of acquiring them.

The arrows will take you to the post in the original thread.

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 11:30 AM

Wow $400 is a lot of money, I wasn't expecting that much.

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 11:43 AM

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Wow $400 is a lot of money, I wasn't expecting that much.

Ever looked at the cost of a painted undertail from Hotbodies Racing? $230. This is basically that + the rest of the tail, so $225 + shipping sounds very reasonable, but Matt needs his profit too. divingtigger basically had to pay international shipping TWICE for his.

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 11:53 AM

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Ever looked at the cost of a painted undertail from Hotbodies Racing? $230. This is basically that + the rest of the tail, so $225 + shipping sounds very reasonable, but Matt needs his profit too. divingtigger basically had to pay international shipping TWICE for his.

I actually haven't and I see your point which I understand. If I can get it unpainted for a cheaper price that would be wonderful. I paint my own cars and boats so I can take care of that. My bike is red and I'm planning on painting it black so I might get it unpainted to try to lower the cost as much as possible. The reason I like the duck tail is because of the taillight area.

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 11:56 AM

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I actually haven't and I see your point which I understand. If I can get it unpainted for a cheaper price that would be wonderful. I paint my own cars and boats so I can take care of that. My bike is red and I'm planning on painting it black so I might get it unpainted to try to lower the cost as much as possible. The reason I like the duck tail is because of the taillight area.

Same here but the Ducati style one also has some pretty cool "vents" or ducts on the rider-facing side so... BONUS! I always thought they looked cool on a Ducati.

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 12:11 PM

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Same here but the Ducati style one also has some pretty cool "vents" or ducts on the rider-facing side so... BONUS! I always thought they looked cool on a Ducati.

I read your other post, I'd you like I canpaint the part for you, nut it will take some time for me to do it and you need to get the paint since I don't have it.

I paint my cars and boats with pretty good results.

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 01:40 PM

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I read your other post, I'd you like I canpaint the part for you, nut it will take some time for me to do it and you need to get the paint since I don't have it.

I paint my cars and boats with pretty good results.

Well, I was looking for some place I could regularly take parts to. Like, if I bought a few unpainted solo seat cowls and needed to get each one painted a different color for a different customer. Because there are so many people here in SD, I was hoping someone would know of a local shop. Thanks though! I called a local Kawi dealer that has a paint shop inside (separate business) but their bike guy was out to lunch. I got the impression that that they do their own matching instead of going by ColorRite codes/Factory paint.

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 03:39 PM

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Well, I was looking for some place I could regularly take parts to. Like, if I bought a few unpainted solo seat cowls and needed to get each one painted a different color for a different customer. Because there are so many people here in SD, I was hoping someone would know of a local shop. Thanks though! I called a local Kawi dealer that has a paint shop inside (separate business) but their bike guy was out to lunch. I got the impression that that they do their own matching instead of going by ColorRite codes/Factory paint.

For some reason I though you were in GA not in Cali, I think I saw CA and got confused with GA (Georgia). I didn't know you were thinking about painting a lot of parts so that's why I was offering to paint something for you to help you out, no charge.

CZroe · November 10th, 2010, 04:19 PM

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For some reason I though you were in GA not in Cali, I think I saw CA and got confused with GA (Georgia). I didn't know you were thinking about painting a lot of parts so that's why I was offering to paint something for you to help you out, no charge.

I lived my whole life in Newnan, GA until I bought my Ninjette and moved out here.

No doubt, you got that impression because I never stop talking about my home state. I still have a twin bro there who cross-ships with me all the time. I thank you anyway though. Heck, I might have the parts shipped to him if it's cheaper than shipping here directly (he can put them in the next larger package). If I can use your services, I'll gladly pay for them.

wellcraft · November 10th, 2010, 07:41 PM

I think Newman is about 3 hours from Augusta. How do you like Cali? Expensive as hell, I guess?

Let me know, i'll be more than happy to help.
I think I might try to make a duck tail if matt can't get on for us, but I think is going to be a a bit difficult since I don't have that tail light.

Momaru · November 10th, 2010, 09:23 PM

Incidentally, there are replacement bulbs/lenses available for that bike. If you really wanted to get that 'result', I bet you could probably cut the right sized holes into your stock tail sections and work the new signals in. Of course a mistake would mean ordering a new tail segment... That said, from time to time a spare tail part comes up in the marketplace. Depending on how much you want that look, might be worth the investment.

I simply went with replacing the stock rear signals with flush triangular ones and putting shims under 'em to get them to an angle for rear visibility.

November 4th, 2010, 09:31 PM	#1
Colezombie ninjette.org member Name: Cole Location: Corpus Christi Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r Posts: 20	GSX-R rear signals on 2008+ 250s? I was looking at my friends GSX-R 750 today and wondered if someone has ever put those rear signals on a 250.. I'm sure it could be done or is there a kit like that? that would look amazing on my 250..IMO..

November 10th, 2010, 09:23 PM	#16
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Incidentally, there are replacement bulbs/lenses available for that bike. If you really wanted to get that 'result', I bet you could probably cut the right sized holes into your stock tail sections and work the new signals in. Of course a mistake would mean ordering a new tail segment... That said, from time to time a spare tail part comes up in the marketplace. Depending on how much you want that look, might be worth the investment. I simply went with replacing the stock rear signals with flush triangular ones and putting shims under 'em to get them to an angle for rear visibility. __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

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November 10th, 2010, 10:08 AM	#2
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.	That style is called a "duck tail." It's extra-wide so that the blinker spacing meets DOT regs while still being integrated. There is a Ducati-style duck tail available in Indonesia but the functional blinkers are underneath like a typical undertail kit and the integrated ones are dummies. Nothing stopping you from putting a pair of bulbs there though. Matt was able to get one for a Canadian member but he wasn't able to get me one and he says he won't be getting any more.

November 10th, 2010, 11:30 AM	#7
wellcraft ninjette.org guru Name: JR Location: Augusta, GA Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R Posts: 432	Wow $400 is a lot of money, I wasn't expecting that much.

November 10th, 2010, 07:41 PM	#15
wellcraft ninjette.org guru Name: JR Location: Augusta, GA Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R Posts: 432	I think Newman is about 3 hours from Augusta. How do you like Cali? Expensive as hell, I guess? Let me know, i'll be more than happy to help. I think I might try to make a duck tail if matt can't get on for us, but I think is going to be a a bit difficult since I don't have that tail light.