Beginning Of A Project

CoryHoisington · April 1st, 2015, 08:41 PM

So this is my first thread/post here, and its great to be joining a great community of people! I have used this sight for a few little tips and mods for my own. Anyways, back on topic, I have a 2007 Ninja 250 that I have decided to keep as my long term bike.

I want this thread to be for 250 riders to get good upgrade ideas from everything dealing with handling and breaking to cosmetics.

More about the bike:
I basically stole it from a guy for $1300, it had 1200 miles, came with a jacket and gloves and was always garaged. The only mods I have done to it are an aftermarket Muzzy exhaust and a "Back off xp" module for the brake lights (I would HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this mod for any one with this bike).
I am looking for good upgrades handling wise, if anyone has had experience with steel braided brake lines on these bikes as well as what tires (something stickier than stock but wont wear insanely fast because its a daily driver) might be recommended for it?
Any one with experience of doing suspension mods to stiffen up the suspension on it?
And last but not least, any recommended jet kits? I have only seen that Dyno Jet has a jet kit for it but it is just stage 1 and 3, I have an aftermarket Muzzy exhaust so the bike is running a bit on the lean side so it would be nice to put a jet kit in, I am just unsure as to what to go with for one.

If anyone would like to see how I did the flashing brake lights mod I would be more than happy to take some photos/video of it in action.

MrAtom · April 1st, 2015, 09:01 PM

Welcome. PO of mine installed the Backoff! on mine and it's pretty awesome. I like it, but they decided to half-ass it and not solder it and I rode around without a brake light working for a few days. Whoops!

Singh2jz · April 2nd, 2015, 12:47 AM

Welcome, Cory!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoryHoisington

I am looking for good upgrades handling wise, if anyone has had experience with steel braided brake lines on these bikes as well as what tires (something stickier than stock but wont wear insanely fast because its a daily driver) might be recommended for it?
Any one with experience of doing suspension mods to stiffen up the suspension on it?
And last but not least, any recommended jet kits? I have only seen that Dyno Jet has a jet kit for it but it is just stage 1 and 3, I have an aftermarket Muzzy exhaust so the bike is running a bit on the lean side so it would be nice to put a jet kit in, I am just unsure as to what to go with for one.

SS Brake lines: Go for it. more info

Tires: I've got BT45's..love em. more info

Suspension: I've got Sonic Springs w/ thicker oil and a New-gen(adjustable) rear shock. more info

Jet kit: no kit or pipe for me yet :/ jetting info

the FAQ site is a great supplement to this site!

csmith12 · April 2nd, 2015, 06:13 AM

Welcome Cory! Looks like you got a great deal!

CoryHoisington · April 4th, 2015, 03:18 PM

Thanks everyone! And thanks for the good ideas!

pop0tart · April 4th, 2015, 04:34 PM

My ss brake lines saved me from going into the back of a minivan the day I installed them. Definitely a good call. Pirelli Sport Demons fit the bill for being stickier than stock but lasted me a decent # of miles. Heard Factory Pro and DynoJet are both good jet kits. Good luck!

crazymadbastard · April 4th, 2015, 04:49 PM

Factory pro would be my choice as they dont recommend drilling the slider. Welcome and read tons b4 making any decisions.

April 2nd, 2015, 06:13 AM	#4
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 Cory! Looks like you got a great deal! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

April 4th, 2015, 04:49 PM	#7
crazymadbastard I'm crazy,your excuse is? Name: Winston Location: Connecticut Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250 2007 ninja Posts: A lot.	Factory pro would be my choice as they dont recommend drilling the slider. Welcome and read tons b4 making any decisions. __________________________________________________ My Cafe Racer Build My intro post

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MrAtom . Name: . Location: . Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot. MOTM - July '15	Welcome. PO of mine installed the Backoff! on mine and it's pretty awesome. I like it, but they decided to half-ass it and not solder it and I rode around without a brake light working for a few days. Whoops!

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CoryHoisington KickstandCory Name: Cory Location: North County San Diego Join Date: Apr 2015 Motorcycle(s): 07' Ninja 250 Posts: 2	Thanks everyone! And thanks for the good ideas!

April 4th, 2015, 04:34 PM	#6
pop0tart ninjette.org member Name: Dash Location: PA Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): stolen :( Posts: 158	My ss brake lines saved me from going into the back of a minivan the day I installed them. Definitely a good call. Pirelli Sport Demons fit the bill for being stickier than stock but lasted me a decent # of miles. Heard Factory Pro and DynoJet are both good jet kits. Good luck!