January 28th, 2018, 09:14 PM | #1 |
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Where do you guys get parts?
I'm looking at ordering most of the stuff for my overhaul soon, I need pads and rotors both front and back, chain and sprockets, and fork seals.
Just wondering if you guys had a secret website you use for stuff like that. My local kawasaki parts manager seems intent on bending me over the desk |
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January 28th, 2018, 11:05 PM | #2 | |
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January 28th, 2018, 11:26 PM | #3 |
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Thanks, I always appreciate the input
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January 29th, 2018, 12:33 AM | #4 |
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The least I could do for a fellow Michigander. Gawd, I hate "Michigander". Wouldn't you prefer Michigainian? Michigander sounds like some species of goose.
Bill (a New York State transplant)
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January 29th, 2018, 05:19 AM | #5 | |
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I got this in my E-mail this morning; https://www.motosport.com/dirtbike/o...10958531&jb=33 Bill
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January 29th, 2018, 06:27 AM | #6 |
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anywhere that's a bargain. i use ali express quite often. trying to tap indonesian market but it's been a no go so far.
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January 29th, 2018, 07:45 AM | #7 |
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I have good luck with Amazon, and eBay. Brand name parts, and good prices. I go with whomever is cheaper, and shipping quicker.
Amazon will even get it to you on a Sunday!
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January 29th, 2018, 07:49 AM | #8 |
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BTW, I have sometimes found it cheaper to purchase a longer chain than I need, and cut it down. For example, a 110 link chain, when I really only need 106 / 108.
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January 29th, 2018, 04:25 PM | #9 | |
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February 3rd, 2018, 08:31 AM | #10 |
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I have been using:
https://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/EX250_...E_COVER(S).png As a reference to the part number, and trying to google it, I seen partzilla on eBay; but I also am using bikebandit for some gaskets, you might get 10% off there and they do free shimpping at a certain cost. It might seem like a lot of research, I put the 5 digit part number and add the part type, if I am on the hunt for it. That way I try to make sure it is for the motor/bike rather then the (please smack me with a 2x4) Z3 or a 500 or gpz. Just do the research to make sure you get the right parts. |
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February 3rd, 2018, 03:36 PM | #11 |
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I get most of my parts from Amazon, and some Partzilla.
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February 3rd, 2018, 03:38 PM | #12 |
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cheapcycleparts.com good diagrams too.
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February 3rd, 2018, 03:40 PM | #13 | |
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February 3rd, 2018, 03:49 PM | #14 |
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^^^^ werd. Get a master/caliper combo that's sized right for feel, bleed it rock hard, and go ham.
If you want to blow money, you can get some awesome big rotor/caliper/master combos that provide hella power and finesse with minimal finger effort, but really it's not "necessary" unless you're picky about your brakes, which I totally understand and appreciate. |
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February 3rd, 2018, 03:54 PM | #15 |
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If your looking for better brake pressure, swap out the master cylinder with one from a Ninja 600 etc.. They have a bigger bore 5/8" Vs 1/2" which translates to more fluid, more pressure for the same amount of force applied, etc.. It's simple hydraulics.
I've done this, and it does make some difference, less pulling force, but a little not crazy amounts.
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February 3rd, 2018, 04:27 PM | #16 | |
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While it does give more bite and strong power with one finger, it feels give a little less feel than the stock sizing. Still acceptable and I preferred the extra bite, but notable at least. |
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February 3rd, 2018, 04:32 PM | #17 | |
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February 3rd, 2018, 04:39 PM | #18 | |
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On a serious note, if you use the proper parts, do the maintenance, including fresh quality guild, you won't go wrong. The calipers are amongst the items that get neglected, like doing the valve adjustment, etc... I've had friends come to me complaining about how there brakes suck, not working after they spent money on new this and that, only to find the calipers were the cause of their problems. That's why I make it such a big deal about servicing them.
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February 3rd, 2018, 06:27 PM | #19 | |
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By the way, I have on order some Galfer Kevlar front brake pads. I don't like sintered pads because they chew-up your discs. I'll let everyone know if they are any good. Bill
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February 3rd, 2018, 06:34 PM | #20 |
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Agreed, I do all fluilds, caliper service, needed adjustments, just so I know what I'm dealing with. It's like the oil pump screen on the 250, it's amazing how many people don't even know about it, and it goes unchecked.
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February 3rd, 2018, 07:02 PM | #22 | |
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I have since installed the NewGen cover and picked up a pack of gaskets, but in metal, along with crush washers too.
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February 3rd, 2018, 07:33 PM | #23 | |
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February 3rd, 2018, 10:58 PM | #24 | |
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February 4th, 2018, 09:10 AM | #25 |
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Yeah, that too
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February 4th, 2018, 11:28 AM | #26 |
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I think it comes down to personal preference as max braking force is the same since that's dictated by front tyre's contact patch on ground. Some people like firmer squeeze with more force, thus larger MC. Some people like more leverage with lighter softer 1-finger squeeze. At the limit when front tyre start to slide, you end up with same max deceleration force anyway.
I recently got some brake rotors, clutch discs, clip-ons and fork seals from Ali. Got lithium battery, smart charger, stainless lines, Galfer pads off eBay. A Ninja 500r, spare newgen wingarm, stock rear brakes, newgen wheels, vRossi wheels off Craigslist. |
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February 4th, 2018, 12:23 PM | #28 |
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I totally agree with everyone is different when it comes to the way the want it to FEEL to them.
My 250 & 500 both share common parts, I went with some parts that are different, which makes them FEEL different, the 500 has a bit more quicker bite. But it's important to remember that both systems have been well maintained.
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