a Guy in his BMW SUV likes my 250R . . .

ScorpionNinja · June 12th, 2009, 03:56 PM

Hi, i just got home not long ago from a short ride! During my way home, i stopped at a red light, then this HONK* .... HONK-HONK** im like WTF?

then i here a guy yellin at me to my Right! (Hes in a BMW SUV)
"Hey... nice bike man, is that a 250?"
Im like, "Yeah"
He asks, "What year is that?"
I tell him, "2009, Brand New"
he replies, "Cool, didnt they remake them in 2007?"
me, "Nope, 2008 they did... the 2008's and 2009's are the Same!"
him, "Oh cool.... (looks at his 10 yr old Son... tells him sumin...)
him, "How FAST does it go? like 70-80 MPH?"
I LOL... "No man... ive had mine up too about 115MPH, the Speedo goes up to 120 MPH"

Him, "WHAT?

120MPH? on a 250R? ... HOLY COW MAN! - I used too have a older Ninja 250 years ago! Nice Bike, take care!"

(Light turns Green, i look around... traffic is all Good)

me, "LATER"

(RPMs up too 9k... takes off... BAM shifts into 2nd @ 10kRPM, and about 10kRPM through the other gears!)

Traffic is LONG was back! im like ROFL, fun FUN FUN!!! i roll off the throddle... slows back too 55MPH (limit) and cruises on!

- I was doing like 80 MPG as i hit 6th gear! haha

i dunno, 5-10 miles later that guy catches up... and HONKs again, as he turns south... he waves with a Smile, and i smile and wave back too him!

SO far, during the short 2 months ive had my Ninja Nate! thats probly the coolest, longest Talks ive had with someone in a car/truck at a Light!

Makes me feel good that ppl appretiate Ninja Nate!!!

kkim · June 12th, 2009, 04:01 PM

great story, but there's no way your bike does 115... I'd be surprised if you can hit 100.

Alex · June 12th, 2009, 04:02 PM

Cool story!

Glad Ninja Nate is getting some second looks.

Am I going to have to be the Debbie Downer to let you know about the speedometer?

link --> http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Why_is_...eally_going%3F

With stock gearing and stock tire sizes, the ninjette hits its revlimiter in top gear right around 99-100 mph.

CANTFUNCTION · June 12th, 2009, 04:31 PM

I get that a lot but every one think it is 600cc. Only one person I have met on the road knew it was a 250. When they ask is that a 600cc I just smile.

ScorpionNinja · June 12th, 2009, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CANTFUNCTION

I get that a lot but every one think it is 600cc. Only one person I have met on the road knew it was a 250. When they ask is that a 600cc I just smile.

Heh, yea! ive gotten afew of those questions when im at a gas station filling up. Someone in a HD, or RR, or R1,etc.. walks up and asks me that!

"thats a 250? wow, it fooled me!"

ScorpionNinja · June 12th, 2009, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Cool story!

Glad Ninja Nate is getting some second looks.

Am I going to have to be the Debbie Downer to let you know about the speedometer?

link --> http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Why_is_...eally_going%3F

With stock gearing and stock tire sizes, the ninjette hits its revlimiter in top gear right around 99-100 mph.

I read that link...
Well i dont have a GPS gizmo, but if a COP pulls me over, and asks me HOW FAST I WAS GOING! I can ask him " I dunno, you tell me!"

But for Real... i was at around 11,000-11,500 RPM @ 115 MPH on my Speedo! One time on I-94 East bound in Michigan! I think the throddle was totally MAXED, and the RPMs too... i did over 100MPH long enuff too see my RPMs STOP climing higher! But to your link, yes i read b4 i joined this fourm, Ninja 250s wont go a TRUE 120MPH and such! bummer

Alex · June 12th, 2009, 04:50 PM

No one is doubting that your speedo showed you that, all we're saying is that your speedo isn't giving you an accurate reading. With bikes that have digital speedometers, you can put these little gadgets inline that recalibrate them to read actual speed, and you can fine tune them using GPS and other methods. Unfortunately that's not feasible on ours, with the old-school mechanical speedo running from the front wheel. Would really be nice to have a speedo that is reasonable accurate, at least as accurate as most of our cars are, but most bikes aren't set up that way.

dmonaco05 · June 12th, 2009, 05:01 PM

since on the topic of speedo accuracy, does anyone know if an aftermarket kit like the koso set is more accurate?

i916it · June 12th, 2009, 05:24 PM

When they ask me how big my bike is...
I just say...it's a 1/4 liter.
(makes it sound big !)

postie1686 · June 12th, 2009, 05:29 PM

^^awsome^^

capt_bugaloo · June 12th, 2009, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScorpionNinja

I LOL... "No man... ive had mine up too about 115MPH, the Speedo goes up to 120 MPH"

Now, now... let's not be making up stories out of class.

CC Cowboy · June 12th, 2009, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScorpionNinja

im like WTF?

I LOL... "No man... ive had mine up too about 115MPH in second gear, the Speedo goes up to 120 MPH but I think it will do 140MPH"

(RPMs up too 9k... takes off with a wheelie... BAM shifts into 2nd @ 10kRPM (woman and children starting running), and about 10kRPM through the other gears with the front wheel in the air the whole time!)

- I was doing like 80 MPG as i hit 6th gear! haha

Makes me feel good that ppl appretiate Ninja Nate!!!

Forget the top speed, I'm impressed with the gas mileage.

Elfling · June 12th, 2009, 06:36 PM

*diet coke snarf*

ninjabrewer · June 13th, 2009, 07:56 AM

Have a story for ya. Not long after I got my bike here, I was at a light in the turning lane when I heard a woman just jabbering away. I don't think she took a breath during the time at the light. I look over and this newer camaro with a grey headed older guy and a rather obese lady in the pass. seat. The expression on his face was priceless. The lady was just talking away and oblivious to what was going on and he was sitting there, staring at me on my bike with an expression that read, "I wish I had that right now". He never said anything but his face said it all. He followed my for several miles.

nb

CodE-E · June 13th, 2009, 10:58 AM

Hehe, nice stories, Dave and Chris. Guess not all SUV drivers are douche bags after all.

The most attention my Ninja got was from the cook at my workplaces' cafeteria. He was really interested in the Ninja, said "I bet that thing's really fun to ride", and asked me about its specs. Haven't had any comments from random cagers, though.

TheGoodLyfe · June 13th, 2009, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmonaco05

since on the topic of speedo accuracy, does anyone know if an aftermarket kit like the koso set is more accurate?

Does anyone know how accurate the koso gauges are? Thinking of making the switch

ScorpionNinja · June 13th, 2009, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Forget the top speed, I'm impressed with the gas mileage.

Heh sorry CC, for afew typos in my post! Thanks for pointing them out!

ScorpionNinja · June 13th, 2009, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjabrewer

Have a story for ya. Not long after I got my bike here, I was at a light in the turning lane when I heard a woman just jabbering away. I don't think she took a breath during the time at the light. I look over and this newer camaro with a grey headed older guy and a rather obese lady in the pass. seat. The expression on his face was priceless. The lady was just talking away and oblivious to what was going on and he was sitting there, staring at me on my bike with an expression that read, "I wish I had that right now". He never said anything but his face said it all. He followed my for several miles.

nb

haha, nice!

Matty E · June 13th, 2009, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheGoodLyfe

Does anyone know how accurate the koso gauges are? Thinking of making the switch

I've been told that mine indicates a bit low (bike is faster than indicated). They can be fine tuned though by adjusting the tire diameter setting in them. I haven't hooked a GPS up though to check.

addy126 · June 13th, 2009, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CodE-E

Hehe, nice stories, Dave and Chris. Guess not all SUV drivers are douche bags after all.

The most attention my Ninja got was from the cook at my workplaces' cafeteria. He was really interested in the Ninja, said "I bet that thing's really fun to ride", and asked me about its specs. Haven't had any comments from random cagers, though.

You will it hits more often when the windows are down and you glance to the left/right and look at them. If you look straight ahead they are less likely to engage. If I wanna be bothered I give them that little angled helmet turn

... works well.

andrewwoo · June 14th, 2009, 06:45 AM

SWEET! nice man!

Sound Wave · June 16th, 2009, 02:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

great story, but there's no way your bike does 115... I'd be surprised if you can hit 100.

especially since his bike is red. if it was black, then i could definitely believe it.

cool story though.

June 12th, 2009, 03:56 PM	#1
ScorpionNinja ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Dave Location: Michigan Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 650RTE & 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	a Guy in his BMW SUV likes my 250R . . . Hi, i just got home not long ago from a short ride! During my way home, i stopped at a red light, then this HONK* .... HONK-HONK** im like WTF? then i here a guy yellin at me to my Right! (Hes in a BMW SUV) "Hey... nice bike man, is that a 250?" Im like, "Yeah" He asks, "What year is that?" I tell him, "2009, Brand New" he replies, "Cool, didnt they remake them in 2007?" me, "Nope, 2008 they did... the 2008's and 2009's are the Same!" him, "Oh cool.... (looks at his 10 yr old Son... tells him sumin...) him, "How FAST does it go? like 70-80 MPH?" I LOL... "No man... ive had mine up too about 115MPH, the Speedo goes up to 120 MPH" Him, "WHAT? 120MPH? on a 250R? ... HOLY COW MAN! - I used too have a older Ninja 250 years ago! Nice Bike, take care!" (Light turns Green, i look around... traffic is all Good) me, "LATER" (RPMs up too 9k... takes off... BAM shifts into 2nd @ 10kRPM, and about 10kRPM through the other gears!) Traffic is LONG was back! im like ROFL, fun FUN FUN!!! i roll off the throddle... slows back too 55MPH (limit) and cruises on! - I was doing like 80 MPG as i hit 6th gear! haha i dunno, 5-10 miles later that guy catches up... and HONKs again, as he turns south... he waves with a Smile, and i smile and wave back too him! SO far, during the short 2 months ive had my Ninja Nate! thats probly the coolest, longest Talks ive had with someone in a car/truck at a Light! Makes me feel good that ppl appretiate Ninja Nate!!!

June 12th, 2009, 04:02 PM	#3
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	Cool story! Glad Ninja Nate is getting some second looks. Am I going to have to be the Debbie Downer to let you know about the speedometer? link --> http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Why_is_...eally_going%3F With stock gearing and stock tire sizes, the ninjette hits its revlimiter in top gear right around 99-100 mph. __________________________________________________ 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)

June 12th, 2009, 04:50 PM	#7
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	No one is doubting that your speedo showed you that, all we're saying is that your speedo isn't giving you an accurate reading. With bikes that have digital speedometers, you can put these little gadgets inline that recalibrate them to read actual speed, and you can fine tune them using GPS and other methods. Unfortunately that's not feasible on ours, with the old-school mechanical speedo running from the front wheel. Would really be nice to have a speedo that is reasonable accurate, at least as accurate as most of our cars are, but most bikes aren't set up that way. __________________________________________________ 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)

June 13th, 2009, 07:56 AM	#14
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	Have a story for ya. Not long after I got my bike here, I was at a light in the turning lane when I heard a woman just jabbering away. I don't think she took a breath during the time at the light. I look over and this newer camaro with a grey headed older guy and a rather obese lady in the pass. seat. The expression on his face was priceless. The lady was just talking away and oblivious to what was going on and he was sitting there, staring at me on my bike with an expression that read, "I wish I had that right now". He never said anything but his face said it all. He followed my for several miles. 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

June 14th, 2009, 06:45 AM	#21
andrewwoo WHEE! Name: Andrew Location: VA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Black Kawi 250R Posts: 91	SWEET! nice man! __________________________________________________ 2009 Metallic Diablo Black Ninja 250R 6000K H7 HIDs \| Targa Fender Eliminator Pazzo Levers \| PROGRIP Tank Pad

June 12th, 2009, 04:01 PM	#2
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	great story, but there's no way your bike does 115... I'd be surprised if you can hit 100.

June 12th, 2009, 04:31 PM	#4
CANTFUNCTION ninjette.org member Name: Chris Location: Georgia Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 ninja 250(red) Posts: 193	I get that a lot but every one think it is 600cc. Only one person I have met on the road knew it was a 250. When they ask is that a 600cc I just smile.

June 12th, 2009, 05:01 PM	#8
dmonaco05 ninjette.org member Name: Dom Location: oswego ny Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 ninja 250r Posts: 46	since on the topic of speedo accuracy, does anyone know if an aftermarket kit like the koso set is more accurate?

June 12th, 2009, 05:24 PM	#9
i916it ninjette.org member Name: Sky Location: Sacramento Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 250R 08 Posts: 63	When they ask me how big my bike is... I just say...it's a 1/4 liter. (makes it sound big !)

June 12th, 2009, 05:29 PM	#10
postie1686 ninjette.org member Name: Brian Location: Cottage Grove Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): kawasaki ninja 250r Posts: 66	^^awsome^^

June 12th, 2009, 06:36 PM	#13
Elfling ninjette.org guru Name: Becca Location: Clearwater, FL Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 03 Ninja 250, 02 CBR600 f4i Posts: 253	diet coke snarf

June 13th, 2009, 10:58 AM	#15
CodE-E Ninja Newbie Name: Ben Location: Austria Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): EX250K9 Posts: 126	Hehe, nice stories, Dave and Chris. Guess not all SUV drivers are douche bags after all. The most attention my Ninja got was from the cook at my workplaces' cafeteria. He was really interested in the Ninja, said "I bet that thing's really fun to ride", and asked me about its specs. Haven't had any comments from random cagers, though.

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