New here from Florida

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 09:22 AM

Hey folks,
I recently purchased a 2006 Ninja 250. Its by far the smallest bike I've ever owned. Originally I got it for my work commute and didn't expect to have much desire to ride it in my spare time as I normally prefer bigger CC bikes. WRONG! This bike is more fun to ride than any bike i have ever owned! I ride it 7 days a week rain or shine. It just handles waaaay to good to not exploit its underestimated abilities. So...here I am at ninjette cuz I'm sold on these things.
I wouldn't mind a friend or 2 in my area that have 250's to ride with. Currently my riding buds are Harley guys and frankly....they're boring to ride with since their bikes can't perform like this little mean machine I have now. I'm not a nut or anything but I do enjoy my tiny chicken strips staying tiny (cuz I like cornering, not cuz I care what you think). Also, I don't drink and they like to bar hop more than ride.
Sorry for the long intro but my new used bike has my blood pumpin all the time. Safe ridin everyone. I'm lookin forward to being here!

csmith12 · July 5th, 2014, 09:23 AM

Welcome Keith!

Motofool · July 5th, 2014, 09:34 AM

Welcome to Ninjette.org, Keith !!!

Central/South-East Florida here.

I was close to Tampa two days ago; traffic was crazy.

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 10:11 AM

Yeah, Tampa traffic around town will keep ya on your toes. I'm always escaping to the back roads to ENJOY riding whenever I can. My daily work commute is a 22 min love affair with a winding road and a few nice straights and noooo traffic (I work on a ranch).
Corner whisperer.....I could probably learn a few things from ya. I've always been better at going in deep than finessing the corners. I'm a bit rough around the edges so to speak with my riding style. And that's with over 20 years of riding :-/

csmith12 · July 5th, 2014, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by DailyFloridaRider

Corner whisperer.....I could probably learn a few things from ya. I've always been better at going in deep than finessing the corners. I'm a bit rough around the edges so to speak with my riding style. And that's with over 20 years of riding :-/

I have been known to help out a rider to two.

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 10:39 AM

I'm definitely not opposed to any good cornering tips since the outcome can only be safer, faster cornering. Commitment used to be my problem years ago. Got past that and found myself over confident and coming in way too hot (leading to a few close calls low siding). Fast forward some more years and now I'm efficient at cornering but I can feel there's a glitch in my style that's preventing me from being the best I can be. Never had a track day in my life and I feel like that experience with repetative opportunity to practice might help? Fyi...I've owned sport bikes AND cruisers. I'm no longer interested in cruisers and probably won't own one again as sport bikes are where the fun is for me.

csmith12 · July 5th, 2014, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by DailyFloridaRider

I'm definitely not opposed to any good cornering tips since the outcome can only be safer, faster cornering. Commitment used to be my problem years ago. Got past that and found myself over confident and coming in way too hot (leading to a few close calls low siding). Fast forward some more years and now I'm efficient at cornering but I can feel there's a glitch in my style that's preventing me from being the best I can be. Never had a track day in my life and I feel like that experience with repetative opportunity to practice might help? Fyi...I've owned sport bikes AND cruisers. I'm no longer interested in cruisers and probably won't own one again as sport bikes are where the fun is for me.

I get the feeling you and I share a similar riding career. I am 40yrs old now, was riding at 16 mostly cruisers with the occasional dirt bike thrown in as I could afford to fix it (we was poor folk). I am married with 4 kids, I WILL own a cruiser again, it's just a question of when.

If you wanna fix your glitch, do a novice track day. It's the fastest, safest and best way to get cornering down. The riding skillz section here is chuck full of great nuggets by many talented riders. And if ya can't find your answer, post up. "Normally", you can get your answer without a lot of wish/wash and ego.

Finally, when you are ready to commit to a track day, I will be in Jennings FL in Feb. with about 25 friends and possibly a few ninjetters as well. Feel free to come along for the lolz and some fun riding. After 20yrs.... you're ~~ready~~ overdue.

Singh2jz · July 5th, 2014, 11:13 AM

Welcome, Keith! Glad you love your ninja!!

allanoue · July 5th, 2014, 01:02 PM

Keith

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by allanoue

Keith

Thank you!

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Singh2jz

Welcome, Keith! Glad you love your ninja!!

This place is friendly :-)

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by csmith12

I get the feeling you and I share a similar riding career. I am 40yrs old now, was riding at 16 mostly cruisers with the occasional dirt bike thrown in as I could afford to fix it (we was poor folk). I am married with 4 kids, I WILL own a cruiser again, it's just a question of when.

If you wanna fix your glitch, do a novice track day. It's the fastest, safest and best way to get cornering down. The riding skillz section here is chuck full of great nuggets by many talented riders. And if ya can't find your answer, post up. "Normally", you can get your answer without a lot of wish/wash and ego.

Finally, when you are ready to commit to a track day, I will be in Jennings FL in Feb. with about 25 friends and possibly a few ninjetters as well. Feel free to come along for the lolz and some fun riding. After 20yrs.... you're ~~ready~~ overdue.

You nailed it...our ridi g backgrounds are very similar. I was a budget biker for a long time too when I was younger (and sometimes now lol). Dirt bikes, easy to work on cruisers and then graduated to sport bikes. Afterthought....yeah I can see a purpose for a cruiser again someday. Esp 2 up with the wife. She prefers cruiser comfort. Thanks for the advice and invite. Sound like just what I need to work out some kinks

Oxide · July 5th, 2014, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by DailyFloridaRider

Hey folks,
I recently purchased a 2006 Ninja 250. Its by far the smallest bike I've ever owned. Originally I got it for my work commute and didn't expect to have much desire to ride it in my spare time as I normally prefer bigger CC bikes. WRONG! This bike is more fun to ride than any bike i have ever owned! I ride it 7 days a week rain or shine. It just handles waaaay to good to not exploit its underestimated abilities. So...here I am at ninjette cuz I'm sold on these things.
I wouldn't mind a friend or 2 in my area that have 250's to ride with. Currently my riding buds are Harley guys and frankly....they're boring to ride with since their bikes can't perform like this little mean machine I have now. I'm not a nut or anything but I do enjoy my tiny chicken strips staying tiny (cuz I like cornering, not cuz I care what you think). Also, I don't drink and they like to bar hop more than ride.
Sorry for the long intro but my new used bike has my blood pumpin all the time. Safe ridin everyone. I'm lookin forward to being here!

Hit me up dude, i'm on a 500 but my roommate has a 250 as well...his is a CRAZY 250 full of awesome.

DailyFloridaRider · July 5th, 2014, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Oxide

Hit me up dude, i'm on a 500 but my roommate has a 250 as well...his is a CRAZY 250 full of awesome.

Excellent!!! I have a strange work schedule but we can def put together some rides! Tnx!

KJohnson21 · July 5th, 2014, 08:36 PM

JohnnyBravo · July 6th, 2014, 12:02 AM

Welcome to the forum partner... Did that just sound like John Wayne?

Oxide · July 6th, 2014, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyBravo

Welcome to the forum partner... Did that just sound like John Wayne?

Aren't you suppose to end everything with a HOO Ha! Or OOh Mama

cbinker · July 6th, 2014, 06:31 AM

Welcome to the forum, may you find the information you seek in the search box.

EternalNewb · July 6th, 2014, 07:10 AM

Welcome aboard, Keith. Nice to hear the 250 pleasantly surprised you. Ride safely, and keep having fun out there.

JohnnyBravo · July 6th, 2014, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Oxide

Aren't you suppose to end everything with a HOO Ha! Or OOh Mama

I hoo an haa in person... The ohhh mama thing was just for tv

NevadaWolf · July 6th, 2014, 08:12 AM

Welcome and howdy!

The 250 is a fun bike in a little package. Never underestimate her! LOL

misfitsailor · July 6th, 2014, 09:27 AM

Welcome, Keith! You have now joined a special fraternity of riders who have learned that less can be more!

Snake · July 24th, 2014, 08:23 PM

Hello and welcome.

snot · July 25th, 2014, 07:28 AM

Welcome

TnNinjaGirl · July 25th, 2014, 07:29 AM

Welcome!

July 5th, 2014, 09:22 AM	#1
DailyFloridaRider Open air 24/7-365 Name: Keith Location: Tampa Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 06 Ninja 250 (daily rider), ATK 250 desert racer, Ninja 1000, Shadow 600 Posts: 23	New here from Florida Hey folks, I recently purchased a 2006 Ninja 250. Its by far the smallest bike I've ever owned. Originally I got it for my work commute and didn't expect to have much desire to ride it in my spare time as I normally prefer bigger CC bikes. WRONG! This bike is more fun to ride than any bike i have ever owned! I ride it 7 days a week rain or shine. It just handles waaaay to good to not exploit its underestimated abilities. So...here I am at ninjette cuz I'm sold on these things. I wouldn't mind a friend or 2 in my area that have 250's to ride with. Currently my riding buds are Harley guys and frankly....they're boring to ride with since their bikes can't perform like this little mean machine I have now. I'm not a nut or anything but I do enjoy my tiny chicken strips staying tiny (cuz I like cornering, not cuz I care what you think). Also, I don't drink and they like to bar hop more than ride. Sorry for the long intro but my new used bike has my blood pumpin all the time. Safe ridin everyone. I'm lookin forward to being here!

July 5th, 2014, 09:23 AM	#2
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 Keith! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

July 5th, 2014, 09:34 AM	#3
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	Welcome to Ninjette.org, Keith !!! Central/South-East Florida here. I was close to Tampa two days ago; traffic was crazy. __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

July 5th, 2014, 10:11 AM	#4
DailyFloridaRider Open air 24/7-365 Name: Keith Location: Tampa Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 06 Ninja 250 (daily rider), ATK 250 desert racer, Ninja 1000, Shadow 600 Posts: 23	warm welcome! :-) Yeah, Tampa traffic around town will keep ya on your toes. I'm always escaping to the back roads to ENJOY riding whenever I can. My daily work commute is a 22 min love affair with a winding road and a few nice straights and noooo traffic (I work on a ranch). Corner whisperer.....I could probably learn a few things from ya. I've always been better at going in deep than finessing the corners. I'm a bit rough around the edges so to speak with my riding style. And that's with over 20 years of riding :-/

July 5th, 2014, 10:39 AM	#6
DailyFloridaRider Open air 24/7-365 Name: Keith Location: Tampa Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 06 Ninja 250 (daily rider), ATK 250 desert racer, Ninja 1000, Shadow 600 Posts: 23	Cornering tips I'm definitely not opposed to any good cornering tips since the outcome can only be safer, faster cornering. Commitment used to be my problem years ago. Got past that and found myself over confident and coming in way too hot (leading to a few close calls low siding). Fast forward some more years and now I'm efficient at cornering but I can feel there's a glitch in my style that's preventing me from being the best I can be. Never had a track day in my life and I feel like that experience with repetative opportunity to practice might help? Fyi...I've owned sport bikes AND cruisers. I'm no longer interested in cruisers and probably won't own one again as sport bikes are where the fun is for me.

July 5th, 2014, 11:13 AM	#8
Singh2jz ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Inderveer Location: San Jose Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '07 ex250-F/J Posts: A lot.	Welcome, Keith! Glad you love your ninja!! __________________________________________________ The Bike \| The Truck

July 5th, 2014, 01:02 PM	#9
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	Keith __________________________________________________ Keep calm and ride on -Motofool Never quit on a rainy day -ally99

July 5th, 2014, 08:36 PM	#15
KJohnson21 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ken Location: Indio, CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Kawasaki EX250 "Yoshi", '99 Kawasaki Concours "Grace", '06 Concours "Belle", '06 Yamaha YZF600R "Slick" Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	__________________________________________________ < ATGATT > Sweat you can wipe off, Road rash you can't. HEY!! Unregistered!! Does your bike have a name?

July 6th, 2014, 12:02 AM	#16
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	Welcome to the forum partner... Did that just sound like John Wayne?

July 6th, 2014, 06:31 AM	#18
cbinker Track Clown Name: Chris Location: Kingman, AZ Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R, 21 MV F3 800, Kawasaki 400 build Posts: A lot. MOTM - Sep '15	Welcome to the forum, may you find the information you seek in the search box. __________________________________________________ TEAM ALFALFA www.apexassassins.com

July 6th, 2014, 07:10 AM	#19
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.	Welcome aboard, Keith. Nice to hear the 250 pleasantly surprised you. Ride safely, and keep having fun out there.

July 6th, 2014, 08:12 AM	#21
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	Welcome and howdy! The 250 is a fun bike in a little package. Never underestimate her! LOL __________________________________________________ <-- 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.

July 6th, 2014, 09:27 AM	#22
misfitsailor Ninjette Jockey Name: Tim Location: Stockton, Ca Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R, Harley Davidson Heritage Softail, 2 Honda Monkeys, Polini & GRC mini GP Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	Welcome, Keith! You have now joined a special fraternity of riders who have learned that less can be more! __________________________________________________ For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?.

July 24th, 2014, 08:23 PM	#23
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Hello and welcome.

July 25th, 2014, 07:28 AM	#24
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July 25th, 2014, 07:29 AM	#25
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