Lots of changes!

iceknyght · April 28th, 2014, 07:58 AM

Well, a few months ago, I sold my 250... It was a sad day, since it was my first bike and it was a great bike, but we were planning on moving from California to Colorado and one less thing to move sounded really nice, plus I had been thinking about getting a 650 anyway...

We moved to Colorado last weekend (the 19th) and by this last Friday, I had a new bike! I had been looking on Craigslist for the last few weeks and there was a guy selling a '12 with less than 2k miles! It was still available when we got here, so I grabbed it!

So far, I am loving the 650! Now, I love the 250 and think it's a great bike, but the 650 is just as great, but in a few different ways... Better acceleration and power when you need it, a bit more comfortable (especially at highway speeds) and still fun to ride! Now I am just hoping for some good weather (and I need to find some good roads) to really stretch its legs!

csmith12 · April 28th, 2014, 08:03 AM

EternalNewb · April 28th, 2014, 08:12 AM

Congrats. She looks really clean.

crazymadbastard · April 28th, 2014, 08:42 AM

Fantastic looking bike, enjoy her!

NevadaWolf · April 28th, 2014, 08:46 AM

My my she sure look all purdy!

iceknyght · April 28th, 2014, 09:00 AM

Thanks everyone!

I got to ride a little on Friday (to the DMV and home) and a little on Saturday, so I am really looking forward to a longer ride!

Brother Michigan · April 28th, 2014, 09:24 AM

I've always really liked the frame-shock-swingarm line the 650 has on the right side; it just really ties everything together.

warlord · April 28th, 2014, 04:50 PM

Congrats on the 650. It's a super comfortable and well rounded bike.

iceknyght · April 28th, 2014, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brother Michigan

I've always really liked the frame-shock-swingarm line the 650 has on the right side; it just really ties everything together.

It does look nice! I like it too!

Quote:

Originally Posted by warlord

Congrats on the 650. It's a super comfortable and well rounded bike.

Thanks! I agree!

sfazngiants · April 28th, 2014, 10:49 PM

Jason, I'm the guy that bought your 250. Good to see you got yourself a nice upgrade. Love the color as well.

Btw, it's in good shape.

subxero · April 29th, 2014, 05:56 AM

congrats on the purchase and glad you like it. The 650 has never been appealing to me not sure exactly what it is?

csmith12 · April 29th, 2014, 06:00 AM

Welcome Jason

iceknyght · April 29th, 2014, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sfazngiants

Jason, I'm the guy that bought your 250. Good to see you got yourself a nice upgrade. Love the color as well.

Btw, it's in good shape.

Awesome! Glad to see you aboard! And the bike is looking great!

Quote:

Originally Posted by subxero

congrats on the purchase and glad you like it. The 650 has never been appealing to me not sure exactly what it is?

Thanks! Well, it's more of a touring sport bike, so I know many people prefer the true sport bike look/feel (which don't get me wrong, that 636 is one beautiful bike), but the 650 is perfect for what I want to do with the bike, which is cruise around comfortably...

CycleCam303 · April 30th, 2014, 01:08 PM

Congrats on the new bike Jason. With your new move please tell me you don't have a similar commute like down here.

iceknyght · April 30th, 2014, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CycleCam303

Congrats on the new bike Jason. With your new move please tell me you don't have a similar commute like down here.

Thanks!

Nope, no more commute! At the beginning of the year, I quit my job and went freelance, so I work from home now! My commute is from the bedroom to my desk! The bike is now just for fun!

CycleCam303 · April 30th, 2014, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iceknyght

Thanks!

Nope, no more commute! At the beginning of the year, I quit my job and went freelance, so I work from home now! My commute is from the bedroom to my desk! The bike is now just for fun!

Even better! Having a motorcycle as just a toy is the best decision I've ever made.

iceknyght · April 30th, 2014, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CycleCam303

Even better! Having a motorcycle as just a toy is the best decision I've ever made.

Yeah, I am glad I don't have to commute any more and even happier to have the bike (and the Mustang) as "fun toys"!

Although, the Mustang is still in California until we find a house out here... Guess that just means more bike riding this summer!

sharky nrk · May 1st, 2014, 07:15 AM

congrats, the 650 is a great all around bike

fishdip · May 1st, 2014, 07:16 AM

What part of co?

iceknyght · May 1st, 2014, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharky nrk

congrats, the 650 is a great all around bike

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishdip

What part of co?

I am just south of Denver in Castle Pines.

fishdip · May 1st, 2014, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iceknyght

Thanks!

I am just south of Denver in Castle Pines.

look up rojoracing he is in Denver.just start riding west and in 30min you will be on nice twisty roads Just be careful of the forest service and Colorado state patrol they like tagging riders on the MT roads.

iceknyght · May 1st, 2014, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishdip

look up rojoracing he is in Denver.just start riding west and in 30min you will be on nice twisty roads Just be careful of the forest service and Colorado state patrol they like tagging riders on the MT roads.

He was in Denver and didn't stop by?! How rude...

Sadly, I am working today (plus these winds have been terrible!), but I'll keep the other info in mind when I head up to the mountain roads!

psych0hans · May 1st, 2014, 08:19 AM

Congratulations!

iceknyght · May 1st, 2014, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psych0hans

Congratulations!

Thanks!

superflytako · May 1st, 2014, 10:14 PM

So pretty!

How does the ride compare for longer distances?

iceknyght · May 2nd, 2014, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mohamoda

So pretty!

How does the ride compare for longer distances?

So far, I haven't ridden it more than 10 minutes, so I can't say yet, but the seat and ergonomics definitely feel better so far. Especially driving on the freeway (which is where I have done most of the driving so far).

I know when I was commuting with the 250, I would be on the bike for an hour (stock setup) and that was about how long I'd want to be on it! My butt would be hurting by the time I'd get to work/home!

I hope to take the 650 out for a longer trip this weekend...

iceknyght · May 3rd, 2014, 06:19 PM

So, I got to ride the bike quite a bit today! It definitely is nicer on the freeway! For longer trips, it's a little better than the 250. My butt was still hurting after a while (damn stock seats!), but the more upright position felt more comfortable over all. And I still love that extra power!

The other day, I did the fender eliminator and ordered stands from MJ Moto so I can do chain maintenance and oil changes.

verboten1 · May 4th, 2014, 06:06 PM

Nice, that's what I really want some day. I spent a day on one in '07, loved it

superflytako · May 4th, 2014, 08:03 PM

Nice and concise update, now I need to find me a 650 to take on a decent ride...

iceknyght · May 5th, 2014, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by verboten1

Nice, that's what I really want some day. I spent a day on one in '07, loved it

From what I have heard/read online, the 2012 and newer really tighten up the chassis and get rid of a lot of the buzzing these bikes were known for. So if you liked the '07, you'd love the newer gen ones!

Quote:

Originally Posted by mohamoda

Nice and concise update, now I need to find me a 650 to take on a decent ride...

Thanks! I got to ride again yesterday for about a half an hour and really am liking this bike a lot. I am starting to feel more comfortable with how it handles and the little quirks.

One thing I *really* like about this bike is that the rear view mirrors actually work! LOL! On the 250, no matter how I positioned those mirrors, I had to move my elbows in in to look behind me. On the 650, I don't have to move anything and I can actually see behind me with either mirror! It really is the little things that make me happy...

April 28th, 2014, 07:58 AM	#1
iceknyght Recalculating. . . Name: Jason Location: Colorado Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 250 (sold) '12 Ninja 650 Posts: 353	Lots of changes! Well, a few months ago, I sold my 250... It was a sad day, since it was my first bike and it was a great bike, but we were planning on moving from California to Colorado and one less thing to move sounded really nice, plus I had been thinking about getting a 650 anyway... We moved to Colorado last weekend (the 19th) and by this last Friday, I had a new bike! I had been looking on Craigslist for the last few weeks and there was a guy selling a '12 with less than 2k miles! It was still available when we got here, so I grabbed it! So far, I am loving the 650! Now, I love the 250 and think it's a great bike, but the 650 is just as great, but in a few different ways... Better acceleration and power when you need it, a bit more comfortable (especially at highway speeds) and still fun to ride! Now I am just hoping for some good weather (and I need to find some good roads) to really stretch its legs! __________________________________________________ jasontracewell.com

April 28th, 2014, 08:03 AM	#2
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April 28th, 2014, 09:00 AM	#6
iceknyght Recalculating. . . Name: Jason Location: Colorado Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 250 (sold) '12 Ninja 650 Posts: 353	Thanks everyone! I got to ride a little on Friday (to the DMV and home) and a little on Saturday, so I am really looking forward to a longer ride! __________________________________________________ jasontracewell.com

April 28th, 2014, 08:12 AM	#3
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.	Congrats. She looks really clean.

April 28th, 2014, 09:24 AM	#7
Brother Michigan ninjette.org sage Name: Aaron Location: Winder, GA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 718	I've always really liked the frame-shock-swingarm line the 650 has on the right side; it just really ties everything together.

April 28th, 2014, 04:50 PM	#8
warlord ninjette.org guru Name: war Location: north chicago burbs Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ducati Panigale 899 Posts: 325	Congrats on the 650. It's a super comfortable and well rounded bike.

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sfazngiants ninjette.org newbie Name: Jason Location: San Francisco, CA Join Date: Mar 2014 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 2	Jason, I'm the guy that bought your 250. Good to see you got yourself a nice upgrade. Love the color as well. Btw, it's in good shape.
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April 29th, 2014, 05:56 AM	#11
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	congrats on the purchase and glad you like it. The 650 has never been appealing to me not sure exactly what it is? __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

April 29th, 2014, 06:00 AM	#12
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 Jason __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

April 30th, 2014, 01:08 PM	#14
CycleCam303 King Hamfist Name: Cameron Location: NorCal East Bay Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Crf 150R, 2011 Hypermotard 796 Posts: 940	Congrats on the new bike Jason. With your new move please tell me you don't have a similar commute like down here.

May 1st, 2014, 07:15 AM	#18
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May 1st, 2014, 08:19 AM	#23
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superflytako ninjette.org member Name: Garry Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS, 2013 Ninja 300 ABS (RIP), 2015 FZ-09 (sold) Posts: 78	So pretty! How does the ride compare for longer distances?

May 3rd, 2014, 06:19 PM	#27
iceknyght Recalculating. . . Name: Jason Location: Colorado Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 250 (sold) '12 Ninja 650 Posts: 353	So, I got to ride the bike quite a bit today! It definitely is nicer on the freeway! For longer trips, it's a little better than the 250. My butt was still hurting after a while (damn stock seats!), but the more upright position felt more comfortable over all. And I still love that extra power! The other day, I did the fender eliminator and ordered stands from MJ Moto so I can do chain maintenance and oil changes. __________________________________________________ jasontracewell.com

May 4th, 2014, 06:06 PM	#28
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superflytako ninjette.org member Name: Garry Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS, 2013 Ninja 300 ABS (RIP), 2015 FZ-09 (sold) Posts: 78	Nice and concise update, now I need to find me a 650 to take on a decent ride...

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