Had A Very Close Call and Would Appreciate Some Advice

TrojanSam · October 7th, 2013, 02:23 PM

Hi Guys,

I recently had a very, very close call on my 250 in downtown L.A. To make a long story short, I had to swerve away from some debris in the road and a guy accelerating in the lane to my right clipped my foot peg, miraculously somehow missing hitting my legs (and probably knocking me off the bike). I was able to keep it up, even though the rear brake was jammed down and the foot peg was nearly ripped off. I pulled over (the guy in the BMW kept going) and unjammed the rear brake so I could, very carefully, ride the bike the 2 miles back to my house.

Anyway, I'm a novice at bike repair and was wondering if any of you guys could tell me (a) what part this is in the photo that's cracked, and (b) whether it's feasible to repair it myself with basic tools. The shop near my house said the part's $300 and labor is $95/hr

. I'd really appreciate any feedback you guys can give, and ride safe!

-Sam

Aggrotech · October 7th, 2013, 02:31 PM

thats the rearset that is cracked. as for repairing the damage i have no idea sry

alex.s · October 7th, 2013, 02:32 PM

i like that cover story. anyway just buy a used rearset on ebay. you can find it cheap. maybe under $40.

replace it yourself, its only a few bolts. the shop near your house is trying to take you for all they can get out of you.

astricklin · October 7th, 2013, 02:51 PM

Also check the classifieds here as I see them all the time on this board as well.

NevadaWolf · October 7th, 2013, 02:57 PM

Rearsets are super easy to replace, few bolts off, new part on, done. Looks like is is the part you need: 35063-0078 STAY,FR,RH

Yeah, new i just saw them from $70-$100 so avoid that shop.

rasta · October 7th, 2013, 03:24 PM

I've never done it but all indications show replacing the rear set shouldn't be too hard. Fix it yourself, go back to the shop, show them, and tell them how much you did it for. Then tell them to go f*ck themselves

JohnnyBravo · October 7th, 2013, 03:38 PM

Durn crazy cagers

glad it wasn't worse!
Yup rear set, nope not hard.

allanoue · October 7th, 2013, 04:05 PM

I busted mine about 3 weeks ago on the left side. Super easy to DIY

Motofool · October 7th, 2013, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrojanSam

.............The shop near my house said the part's $300 and labor is $95/hr

. I'd really appreciate any feedback you guys can give...........

Welcome to our site, Sam; quite a presentation !!!

Something like this (but used) and a more decent shop is what you need:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/88-07-Kawasa...e8dd50&vxp=mtr

TrojanSam · October 7th, 2013, 05:03 PM

Hi guys,

Thanks to everyone for the quick response and the great advice, esp. Teri. I was able to find the part, including shipping, for < $80. Now even if I wind up gong to the shop for the labor I'm going to still save ~$200. I really appreciate all the advice, you guys really helped me out!

allanoue · October 7th, 2013, 05:15 PM

You can fix it yourself I promise, however I understand your reluctance. Whatever you do do not take it to the shop that wanted $400.

Motofool · October 7th, 2013, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrojanSam

Thanks to everyone for the quick response and the great advice..........Now even if I wind up gong to the shop for the labor I'm going to still save ~$200..........

All you will need is an Allen wrench and 20 minutes.

As you, donations are welcome

NevadaWolf · October 7th, 2013, 05:16 PM

You are welcome Sam, glad it helped. I'm bizarre, i like looking at parts diagrams so pulling one up and finding the right part is just a few clicks away.

I suspect once you get it in your hand and look at it you'll be able to figure it out. Though i would seriously suggest finding a new shop as you've just shown how much they are ripping you off on the cost of the part.

algs26 · October 7th, 2013, 05:56 PM

Buy a metric hex (allen) key set and at least try to do it yourself before paying for a full hour @$95. You might even have the exact right sized one laying around from some IKEA furniture. Lefty loosey, righty tighty.

Just look for something like this at Sears, Home Depot, etc. You want metric.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-26-pc...&blockType=G10

Or this:
http://www.sears.com/husky-folding-h...&blockType=G22

csmith12 · October 7th, 2013, 06:01 PM

Welcome Sam!

Motofool · October 7th, 2013, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

Welcome Sam!

I was wondering where you had been today !!!

csmith12 · October 7th, 2013, 06:42 PM

l am good, just on holiday with the family. I will be kinda light all week, so pick up my slack please. lol.

Motofool · October 7th, 2013, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

l am good, just on holiday with the family..........

Gurk · October 7th, 2013, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

l am good, just on holiday with the family. I will be kinda light all week, so pick up my slack please. lol.

Oh you took the r6 and 250's on a holiday? that's nice man.

alex.s · October 8th, 2013, 09:37 AM

fix it yourself!

Mocha Man · October 8th, 2013, 11:21 AM

$400+?!?!?! That's absolutely ridiculous. This is a really cheap and easy fix. Don't take the bike in to the shop.

Sirref · October 8th, 2013, 01:13 PM

that's almost as bad as when I paid a shop $200 to tell me "oh yea, your engine...yea that's blown good, it'll be cheaper to replace it than to rebuild it"

adouglas · October 8th, 2013, 03:37 PM

Don't forget blue Loctite. You want those bolts to stay put.

Sounds like you don't have a lot of mechanical experience. Be careful to not overtighten things. There are lots of fasteners on bikes that thread into aluminum... easy to strip. Nice and firm is enough.

allanoue · October 9th, 2013, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

Don't forget blue Loctite. You want those bolts to stay put.

Sounds like you don't have a lot of mechanical experience. Be careful to not overtighten things. There are lots of fasteners on bikes that thread into aluminum... easy to strip. Nice and firm is enough.

Get it snug and let the loctite keep it that way

October 7th, 2013, 02:32 PM	#3
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	i like that cover story. anyway just buy a used rearset on ebay. you can find it cheap. maybe under $40. replace it yourself, its only a few bolts. the shop near your house is trying to take you for all they can get out of you. __________________________________________________
	3 out of 3 members found this post helpful.

October 7th, 2013, 02:51 PM	#4
astricklin ninjette.org member Name: Andrew Location: Fort Worth, TX Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 108	Also check the classifieds here as I see them all the time on this board as well. __________________________________________________

October 7th, 2013, 02:57 PM	#5
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	Rearsets are super easy to replace, few bolts off, new part on, done. Looks like is is the part you need: 35063-0078 STAY,FR,RH Yeah, new i just saw them from $70-$100 so avoid that shop. __________________________________________________ <-- 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.

October 7th, 2013, 03:24 PM	#6
rasta Your face Name: Wes Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Honda CBR650f Posts: A lot.	I've never done it but all indications show replacing the rear set shouldn't be too hard. Fix it yourself, go back to the shop, show them, and tell them how much you did it for. Then tell them to go f*ck themselves
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

October 7th, 2013, 03:38 PM	#7
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	Durn crazy cagers glad it wasn't worse! Yup rear set, nope not hard. __________________________________________________

October 7th, 2013, 02:31 PM	#2
Aggrotech ninjette.org sage Name: Justin Location: Fresno CA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 12' Ninja 250 Posts: 831	thats the rearset that is cracked. as for repairing the damage i have no idea sry

October 7th, 2013, 04:05 PM	#8
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	I busted mine about 3 weeks ago on the left side. Super easy to DIY

October 7th, 2013, 05:03 PM	#10
TrojanSam ninjette.org newbie Name: Sam Location: Southern California Join Date: Oct 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 2	Thanks Hi guys, Thanks to everyone for the quick response and the great advice, esp. Teri. I was able to find the part, including shipping, for < $80. Now even if I wind up gong to the shop for the labor I'm going to still save ~$200. I really appreciate all the advice, you guys really helped me out!

October 7th, 2013, 05:15 PM	#11
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	You can fix it yourself I promise, however I understand your reluctance. Whatever you do do not take it to the shop that wanted $400.
	2 out of 2 members found this post helpful.

October 7th, 2013, 05:16 PM	#13
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	You are welcome Sam, glad it helped. I'm bizarre, i like looking at parts diagrams so pulling one up and finding the right part is just a few clicks away. I suspect once you get it in your hand and look at it you'll be able to figure it out. Though i would seriously suggest finding a new shop as you've just shown how much they are ripping you off on the cost of the part. __________________________________________________ <-- 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.

October 7th, 2013, 05:56 PM	#14
algs26 ninjette.org guru Name: al Location: NorCal Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): ex300, gave up looking for a 250 Posts: 435	Buy a metric hex (allen) key set and at least try to do it yourself before paying for a full hour @$95. You might even have the exact right sized one laying around from some IKEA furniture. Lefty loosey, righty tighty. Just look for something like this at Sears, Home Depot, etc. You want metric. http://www.sears.com/craftsman-26-pc...&blockType=G10 Or this: http://www.sears.com/husky-folding-h...&blockType=G22
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

October 7th, 2013, 06:01 PM	#15
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 Sam! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

October 7th, 2013, 06:42 PM	#17
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	l am good, just on holiday with the family. I will be kinda light all week, so pick up my slack please. lol. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

October 8th, 2013, 09:37 AM	#20
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	fix it yourself! __________________________________________________

October 8th, 2013, 11:21 AM	#21
Mocha Man Blue Shell magnet Name: Nolan Location: Northwest Washington Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1997 Ninja 250 Posts: 816	$400+?!?!?! That's absolutely ridiculous. This is a really cheap and easy fix. Don't take the bike in to the shop.

October 8th, 2013, 01:13 PM	#22
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	that's almost as bad as when I paid a shop $200 to tell me "oh yea, your engine...yea that's blown good, it'll be cheaper to replace it than to rebuild it"
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

October 8th, 2013, 03:37 PM	#23
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Don't forget blue Loctite. You want those bolts to stay put. Sounds like you don't have a lot of mechanical experience. Be careful to not overtighten things. There are lots of fasteners on bikes that thread into aluminum... easy to strip. Nice and firm is enough. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

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