SoCal Riders Let's Plan Something (LA/OC counties)

AlfredoGonzalez · February 14th, 2013, 10:00 AM

Myself and 3 other riders had a successful meetup on Feb 5th of this year. It was fun and I really want to something like that again.

So to the so cal riders out there, let's plan something. Canyons, coastal rides... something. I need to let my baby's lungs open up and breathe.

broilmebk · February 14th, 2013, 11:06 AM

It's been so cold

erbarry88 · February 14th, 2013, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by broilmebk

It's been so cold

We're in SoCal it's never to cold. Can't wait to ride again with you guys, Angeles Crest was fun.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 14th, 2013, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by broilmebk

It's been so cold

It's.not that cold. 3 other riders and myself went on a ride about 9 days ago. Snow on the mountains and everything.

checho323 · February 14th, 2013, 08:48 PM

Coastal rides sounds like fun, I'll keep my eye on this thread

Madman44 · February 14th, 2013, 11:20 PM

Count me in, I'm bored as fuuhhhhh

AlfredoGonzalez · February 15th, 2013, 02:35 PM

Alright peeps... Good news on my bike...

Replaced the pads on front and rear. Rear pads were GONE!!!! Pad material almost nonexistant, and on one of the 2 pads it was grinding into the metal. Rotor slightly damaged, but still functional.

My bald rear tire is also being replaced right now. Just took her into the dealership.

Come midnight I'll be more than ready to take a comfortable group ride.

If we're gonna do something, let's do it kinda soon. Like madman...

Bored as fuhhhhhhhhh

broilmebk · February 15th, 2013, 02:38 PM

Tomorrow is supposed to be really nice. Let's do eeeet

AlfredoGonzalez · February 15th, 2013, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by broilmebk

Tomorrow is supposed to be really nice. Let's do eeeet

I'm down... Just need a time and place.

alex.s · February 15th, 2013, 05:41 PM

CVMA 1 week from today at chuckwalla. trackdaz hosts the friday practice. much better than riding some crappy canyon

its already sold out but you could probably just show up ... don't blame me if they turn you away

Madman44 · February 15th, 2013, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

Alright peeps... Good news on my bike...

Replaced the pads on front and rear.

My bald rear tire is also being replaced right now. Just took her into the dealership.

Did you replace the pads urself? Or is the dealer doing that as well? If the dealer is doing it how much did they steal.. I mean charge you?

AlfredoGonzalez · February 16th, 2013, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Madman44

Did you replace the pads urself? Or is the dealer doing that as well? If the dealer is doing it how much did they steal.. I mean charge you?

I replaced them myself. I've done it on something like 7 cars already, and the bike was pretty*much the same. A little tricky, but it turned out well. I ordered internet pads, total replacement cost was 30 min in my driveway, and $22 for a full set. (front+rear)

AlfredoGonzalez · February 16th, 2013, 08:01 AM

I had them do the tire though. I'll ask how much for the pads when I pick it up in about an hour or two.

If you ever want to do them yourself then I'd be glad to help out. I've done a decent amount of work on mine. It's a pregen, but very similar. I can adapt to new things pretty easily, and I have a website or two where I can look at pull aparts and such.

Cazper · February 16th, 2013, 09:35 PM

It's been a while since I've ridden the poor lil' 250. I try to at least ride her to work every once and a while. Since I've gotten the 636 the 250 does a lot of sitting.

I'll keep an eye here... it's a little tough with a wife and 3 kids, but sometimes she gives me a pass

Madman44 · February 16th, 2013, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

If you ever want to do them yourself then I'd be glad to help out.

Thanks bro! I will more than likely take you up on your offer once I use a little more of the meat on the front brake since I'd like to change both

checho323 · February 16th, 2013, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Madman44

Thanks bro! I will more than likely take you up on your offer once I use a little more of the meat on the front brake since I'd like to change both

Do I here a tech day??? Lol. Maybe a day where we can just hang out meet and work on our bikes?

Trailerboy531 · February 17th, 2013, 01:25 AM

That would be the definition of a tech day yes lol.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 17th, 2013, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by checho323

Do I here a tech day??? Lol. Maybe a day where we can just hang out meet and work on our bikes?

That could be fun. Just need to figure out what we're gonna do on that day. Oil changes, chain cleanings / lubes and junk like that. Simple stuff.

Havok · February 17th, 2013, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

That could be fun. Just need to figure out what we're gonna do on that day. Oil changes, chain cleanings / lubes and junk like that. Simple stuff.

Anything and everything, Depending on who shows up i am sure there will be enough knowledge to take an engine apart and put it back together. If there is enough notice i am in.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 17th, 2013, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Havok

Anything and everything, Depending on who shows up i am sure there will be enough knowledge to take an engine apart and put it back together. If there is enough notice i am in.

I wish that we could have some way of getting all the bikes to one place and leaving them there overnight. Valve adjustments are one of the complicated things that I know how to do (on my bike at least, I know the new ninjas aren't too different). We're a tad limited in what we can do because the engines will be hot.

Madman44 · February 17th, 2013, 10:18 PM

I would LOVE to have a tech day! I need to replace both my brakes, brake fluid, and coolant and I HAVE NO CLUE HOW! All of the local shops and dealerships are out to RAPE!! (yes, I know there are DIY's but I am a hands on learner). I'll buy food and beer as compensation

Trailerboy531 · February 18th, 2013, 12:06 AM

Tech day jobs (including valve adjustments) are doable in a day. You just have to be willing to travel and get everything that you need there in a back pack, get there early, and work your butt off. Mike, why do you need to replace your brakes? Do you mean just the pads? Coolant flushing is easy.

Madman44 · February 18th, 2013, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Trailerboy531

Mike, why do you need to replace your brakes? Do you mean just the pads? Coolant flushing is easy.

Hey Max, yup just the pads. I really only need to replace the rear but I might as well do both, I guess.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 18th, 2013, 02:28 AM

Well with valve adjusts the engine has to be stone cold. If its warm then the parts may still be enlarged enough to give a false reading when you measure the gap. As for most everything else, letting it sit for a little while can cool it off enough to.work.

I can do pads, and oil easy. Haven't done a coolant flush yet, but I can figure out how. I can also clean air filters and lube cables.

Madman44 · February 18th, 2013, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

I can also clean air filters and lube cables.

Oh yeah, I also need to lube my clutch so if this happens plz bring your lube injector thingy thing. I'll buy the lube.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 18th, 2013, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Madman44

Oh yeah, I also need to lube my clutch so if this happens plz bring your lube injector thingy thing. I'll buy the lube.

I have the tool and a full can of cable lube laying around here somewhere. More than enough to do a bunch of bikes.

checho323 · February 18th, 2013, 03:02 PM

If anything happens, not sure what I need to be done on my bike lol, bike is 09 with about 7K miles and I changed the oil and brakes a few months ago.

Madman44 · February 18th, 2013, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

I have the tool and a full can of cable lube laying around here somewhere. More than enough to do a bunch of bikes.

Werd

AlfredoGonzalez · February 19th, 2013, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by checho323

If anything happens, not sure what I need to be done on my bike lol, bike is 09 with about 7K miles and I changed the oil and brakes a few months ago.

Remove the stock fuel filter and install an inline filter (stock one is an in line but its inside the hose, very small and hard to find / near impossible to check or clean without taking it out) with a clear plastic body. There's a suggestion. Clean / lube your chain. Do that every 500 miles.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 19th, 2013, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by checho323

If anything happens, not sure what I need to be done on my bike lol, bike is 09 with about 7K miles and I changed the oil and brakes a few months ago.

Wax / polish... There's an idea too. I suppose you could also install braided steel brake lines.

rojoracing53 · February 19th, 2013, 10:50 AM

I'm planning to take a trip done to SoCal in the next few weeks and wouldn't mind riding a day with you guys. It'll probably be a three day deal so a Friday or Monday ride is possible to avoid to many cagers and cops or the weekend for those who work during the week. My schedule is flexible by a day or two if need be.

I normally leave NorCal a little before sunrise and head down the coast to Santa Maria then cut across on 166, then it down hwy 33(one of my favorites) into Ojai. My destination is Simi Valley but how I get there open to change.

I would have done this a few weeks ago but I'm worried about the snow and Ice at the higher elivations of hwy 33. I think this last warm spell should have done that road good last week.

You guys could try meeting me at 166 & 33 then we can ride down 33 and 150 together. It's a long way out to meet me but I guarantee its worth it.

Oh yeah I plan on stopping in Paso Robles on the way down to mount up some fresh rubber then continue south.

amsegura · February 19th, 2013, 12:56 PM

Just what I been looking for a Tech Day. I need help checking the valves on my 09 Ninja and installing some braided brake lines. When do you guys plan on doing this?

AlfredoGonzalez · February 20th, 2013, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by amsegura

Just what I been looking for a Tech Day. I need help checking the valves on my 09 Ninja and installing some braided brake lines. When do you guys plan on doing this?

Not entirely sure. I do the valve work on my bike myself so I'd be glad to help with yours. The models are different, but the engines are very similar.

As for the brake lines, I know how to bleed car brakes. Bike brakes aren't much different.

amsegura · February 20th, 2013, 03:05 PM

Awesome let me know when you have some time to help. I'm sure they need to be adjusted so that would be awesome.

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

Not entirely sure. I do the valve work on my bike myself so I'd be glad to help with yours. The models are different, but the engines are very similar.

As for the brake lines, I know how to bleed car brakes. Bike brakes aren't much different.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 20th, 2013, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by amsegura

Awesome let me know when you have some time to help. I'm sure they need to be adjusted so that would be awesome.

As for valve adjusts, it may be better if I came to you. Valve adjusts are best done when the bike is cold. There is a pretty short list of tools required to the adjust them. I need to do a little research on it (youtube videos) to figure out what tools may be different and if my valve tool will work on it.

AlfredoGonzalez · February 20th, 2013, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by amsegura

Awesome let me know when you have some time to help. I'm sure they need to be adjusted so that would be awesome.

the time required would be 1 hour, maybe 2...

looks like a carport that you're parked in. anywhere with a roof would be awesome. I burn easy. Xp

Madman44 · February 21st, 2013, 11:59 PM

Well....let's make this Tech-thang/Ride happen already

AlfredoGonzalez · February 22nd, 2013, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Madman44

Well....let's make this Tech-thang/Ride happen already

Let's get some days suggested.

I am free friday (day), saturday (day), sunday (day), monday (all day and night), and tuesday (all day and night).

amsegura · February 22nd, 2013, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by AlfredoGonzalez

Let's get some days suggested.

I am free friday (day), saturday (day), sunday (day), monday (all day and night), and tuesday (all day and night).

Well lets do Saturday then. How does that sound? Lets just make this happen and stop talking about it and just do it. Whats your thoughts?

amsegura · February 22nd, 2013, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Madman44

Well....let's make this Tech-thang/Ride happen already

I couldn't agree any further. What do you need to do to your bike?

February 14th, 2013, 10:00 AM	#1
AlfredoGonzalez Freyho Name: Alfredo Location: Paramount, CA Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): CBR600 f4i, 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 182	SoCal Riders Let's Plan Something (LA/OC counties) Myself and 3 other riders had a successful meetup on Feb 5th of this year. It was fun and I really want to something like that again. So to the so cal riders out there, let's plan something. Canyons, coastal rides... something. I need to let my baby's lungs open up and breathe.

February 15th, 2013, 05:41 PM	#10
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	CVMA 1 week from today at chuckwalla. trackdaz hosts the friday practice. much better than riding some crappy canyon its already sold out but you could probably just show up ... don't blame me if they turn you away __________________________________________________

February 16th, 2013, 09:35 PM	#14
Cazper ninjaholic Name: Dustin Location: Oceanside, CA Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' SE 250R (sold), 03' ZX-6R, 99' XL1200C SP Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	It's been a while since I've ridden the poor lil' 250. I try to at least ride her to work every once and a while. Since I've gotten the 636 the 250 does a lot of sitting. I'll keep an eye here... it's a little tough with a wife and 3 kids, but sometimes she gives me a pass __________________________________________________ 09' SE Ninja 250R $2,547.83 worth of mods installed... come on Unregistered, you know you want to know what? Check my Blog "Modification List"

February 17th, 2013, 01:25 AM	#17
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	That would be the definition of a tech day yes lol. __________________________________________________ CVMA #531

February 18th, 2013, 12:06 AM	#22
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	Tech day jobs (including valve adjustments) are doable in a day. You just have to be willing to travel and get everything that you need there in a back pack, get there early, and work your butt off. Mike, why do you need to replace your brakes? Do you mean just the pads? Coolant flushing is easy. __________________________________________________ CVMA #531

February 14th, 2013, 11:06 AM	#2
broilmebk ninjette.org sage Name: Brian Location: Orange County, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 ninja 250r Posts: 762	It's been so cold

February 14th, 2013, 08:48 PM	#5
checho323 ninjette.org guru Name: Checho Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Harley Street 750 Posts: 284	Coastal rides sounds like fun, I'll keep my eye on this thread

February 14th, 2013, 11:20 PM	#6
Madman44 ninjette.org guru Name: Martin Location: California Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250r Posts: 291	Count me in, I'm bored as fuuhhhhh

February 15th, 2013, 02:35 PM	#7
AlfredoGonzalez Freyho Name: Alfredo Location: Paramount, CA Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): CBR600 f4i, 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 182	Alright peeps... Good news on my bike... Replaced the pads on front and rear. Rear pads were GONE!!!! Pad material almost nonexistant, and on one of the 2 pads it was grinding into the metal. Rotor slightly damaged, but still functional. My bald rear tire is also being replaced right now. Just took her into the dealership. Come midnight I'll be more than ready to take a comfortable group ride. If we're gonna do something, let's do it kinda soon. Like madman... Bored as fuhhhhhhhhh

February 15th, 2013, 02:38 PM	#8
broilmebk ninjette.org sage Name: Brian Location: Orange County, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 ninja 250r Posts: 762	Tomorrow is supposed to be really nice. Let's do eeeet

February 16th, 2013, 08:01 AM	#13
AlfredoGonzalez Freyho Name: Alfredo Location: Paramount, CA Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): CBR600 f4i, 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 182	I had them do the tire though. I'll ask how much for the pads when I pick it up in about an hour or two. If you ever want to do them yourself then I'd be glad to help out. I've done a decent amount of work on mine. It's a pregen, but very similar. I can adapt to new things pretty easily, and I have a website or two where I can look at pull aparts and such.

February 17th, 2013, 10:18 PM	#21
Madman44 ninjette.org guru Name: Martin Location: California Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250r Posts: 291	I would LOVE to have a tech day! I need to replace both my brakes, brake fluid, and coolant and I HAVE NO CLUE HOW! All of the local shops and dealerships are out to RAPE!! (yes, I know there are DIY's but I am a hands on learner). I'll buy food and beer as compensation

February 18th, 2013, 02:28 AM	#24
AlfredoGonzalez Freyho Name: Alfredo Location: Paramount, CA Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): CBR600 f4i, 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 182	Well with valve adjusts the engine has to be stone cold. If its warm then the parts may still be enlarged enough to give a false reading when you measure the gap. As for most everything else, letting it sit for a little while can cool it off enough to.work. I can do pads, and oil easy. Haven't done a coolant flush yet, but I can figure out how. I can also clean air filters and lube cables.

February 18th, 2013, 03:02 PM	#27
checho323 ninjette.org guru Name: Checho Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Harley Street 750 Posts: 284	If anything happens, not sure what I need to be done on my bike lol, bike is 09 with about 7K miles and I changed the oil and brakes a few months ago.

February 19th, 2013, 10:50 AM	#31
rojoracing53 Fast-Guy wannabe Name: Jason Location: Brentwood, Ca Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja250, 2011 RM-Z250, 2004 NSR50, Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '13	I'm planning to take a trip done to SoCal in the next few weeks and wouldn't mind riding a day with you guys. It'll probably be a three day deal so a Friday or Monday ride is possible to avoid to many cagers and cops or the weekend for those who work during the week. My schedule is flexible by a day or two if need be. I normally leave NorCal a little before sunrise and head down the coast to Santa Maria then cut across on 166, then it down hwy 33(one of my favorites) into Ojai. My destination is Simi Valley but how I get there open to change. I would have done this a few weeks ago but I'm worried about the snow and Ice at the higher elivations of hwy 33. I think this last warm spell should have done that road good last week. You guys could try meeting me at 166 & 33 then we can ride down 33 and 150 together. It's a long way out to meet me but I guarantee its worth it. Oh yeah I plan on stopping in Paso Robles on the way down to mount up some fresh rubber then continue south.

February 19th, 2013, 12:56 PM	#32
amsegura ninjette.org member Name: Alex Location: West Hollywood, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250, 2003 WR350 Posts: 62	Just what I been looking for a Tech Day. I need help checking the valves on my 09 Ninja and installing some braided brake lines. When do you guys plan on doing this?

February 21st, 2013, 11:59 PM	#37
Madman44 ninjette.org guru Name: Martin Location: California Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250r Posts: 291	Well....let's make this Tech-thang/Ride happen already

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