Selling the Ninja :(

Purspeed · August 18th, 2009, 03:19 PM

The time has come. *thunder sound in the background*

I did not think that I would sell my ninjette, but it's a great opportunity for a new owner to enjoy a really awesome bike.

I'll still be very active on this site and posting, so be happy. Purspeed is not going ANYWHERE (despite the fact that he hates Alex and Kkim).

Here is a link, if anyone is interested...

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...5457#post95457

k-os · August 18th, 2009, 04:10 PM

Are you getting a new bike?

Purspeed · August 18th, 2009, 04:24 PM

Absolutely. I will be purchasing a larger bike (600cc or 748cc). I am still not 100% set on any one model, however.

I plan to purchase another Ninja 250r in the near future.

kkim · August 18th, 2009, 04:34 PM

carnac says.... new gen!

Purspeed · August 18th, 2009, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

carnac says.... new gen!

LOL...Carnac never ceases to amaze!

VeX · August 18th, 2009, 06:20 PM

It just occurred to me. You live in L.A.

Your freeway commuting sees you getting up to upwards of 50mph most of the time during the day. You're getting a bigger bike partly for "safe freeway riding"?

Purspeed · August 18th, 2009, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VeX

It just occurred to me. You live in L.A.

Your freeway commuting sees you getting up to upwards of 50mph most of the time during the day. You're getting a bigger bike partly for "safe freeway riding"?

Hahaha...50 mph? On a lucky day!

I'm actually getting a Vespa with some NOS for incredible power to weight ratios.

VeX · August 18th, 2009, 06:59 PM

I'd go up to L.A. at least once a month to go riding and/or hang out with people, and even at 10pm-11pm at night there'd be stop and go traffic everywhere. I'd get up to 30mph in stretches... CUTTING TRAFFIC.

The last time I was there it took about 45 minutes to go 10 miles (to go to the Pirate Adventure in Buena Park)

Purspeed · August 18th, 2009, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VeX

I'd go up to L.A. at least once a month to go riding and/or hang out with people, and even at 10pm-11pm at night there'd be stop and go traffic everywhere. I'd get up to 30mph in stretches... CUTTING TRAFFIC.

The last time I was there it took about 45 minutes to go 10 miles (to go to the Pirate Adventure in Buena Park)

It really depends on where you are and at what time.

I drive all over LA, orange county, hollywood, etc. and know those freeways inside and out.

If you go up the 60 Pomona to the 71, you can easily reach 150mph's on a serious bike on the 71 stretch. I don't ride at suicidal speeds, but that's what I've been told.

But, the bottom line is: I love LA.

Verus Cidere · August 18th, 2009, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purspeed

I'm actually getting a Vespa with some NOS for incredible power to weight ratios.

I think you could be the first rerun of E.T.! Someone's gonna see you flying in front of the moon on that thing!

Oh, just my

I would look for a 636 like Muffinman's. Great bikes, those! I had so much fun on the one I road!

Purspeed · August 19th, 2009, 12:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Verus Cidere

I think you could be the first rerun of E.T.! Someone's gonna see you flying in front of the moon on that thing!

Oh, just my

I would look for a 636 like Muffinman's. Great bikes, those! I had so much fun on the one I road!

E.T. is the best movie in the world.

A 636 is on my short list. So is a 2009 red Ninja 250r, a CBR600f4 or RR, a Yamie R6 and Ducati 748 (one in particular that I've been looking at).

I learned to ride (many a year ago) on a CBR600F2 and also, believe it or not, on a Honda 250cc scooter that was kind of quick.

I'm all over the place with my selection, but each bike has its strengths and weaknesses.

Contrary to what I appear to project, I have the greatest admiration for the Ninja 250r, especially the new gen's.

I was reluctant to buy my 2007 because I had a deposit on an '08, but that did not pan out. I have a spiritual connection with my Ninja, but I'm looking to broaden my experience.

I also would like someone else to experience the unique configuration of my bike. Nothing is worthwhile unless it is shared. What would be the point of this forum if that were not true.

djpharoah · August 19th, 2009, 10:29 AM

I will be joining you soon however I hope to keep my ninja pregen for my younger brother. I will be looking at the Honda CBR F4i and ZX6R/ZZR-600. If my brother doesn't want it I know my dad will keep it for himself to ride around in our city on Sundays.

Purspeed · August 19th, 2009, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpharoah

I will be joining you soon however I hope to keep my ninja pregen for my younger brother. I will be looking at the Honda CBR F4i and ZX6R/ZZR-600. If my brother doesn't want it I know my dad will keep it for himself to ride around in our city on Sundays.

I was planning on keeping it for family or friends, but I am insistent on proper gear and most of them are not dedicated enough to shell out the bucks for gear.

So...it's either going to be a garage queen or it's going to be a new owners little jewel.

I believe that we cannot own anything. We are only custodians of the things we have. That in mind, I like the idea of a new owner caring and appreciating the bike the way I do.

backinthesaddleagain · August 19th, 2009, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpharoah

I will be joining you soon however I hope to keep my ninja pregen for my younger brother. I will be looking at the Honda CBR F4i and ZX6R/ZZR-600. If my brother doesn't want it I know my dad will keep it for himself to ride around in our city on Sundays.

Those ZZR600 are a nice bike for sure, no fuel injection, but it wouldn't stop me from buying one. Good performance and comfort.

djpharoah · August 19th, 2009, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

Those ZZR600 are a nice bike for sure, no fuel injection, but it wouldn't stop me from buying one. Good performance and comfort.

Yeah - I live in SoCal where the weather isn't that dramatic so carbs are fine.

kkim · August 19th, 2009, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpharoah

Yeah - I live in SoCal where the weather isn't that dramatic so carbs are fine.

I live in Hawaii and carbs are a real issue here... I'd imagine it would be for you, too. It's the POS gas they use.

djpharoah · August 19th, 2009, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

Those ZZR600 are a nice bike for sure, no fuel injection, but it wouldn't stop me from buying one. Good performance and comfort.

Yeah - I live in SoCal where the weather isn't that dramatic so carbs are fine.

Purspeed · August 19th, 2009, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

I live in Hawaii and carbs are a real issue here... I'd imagine it would be for you, too. It's the POS gas they use.

The POS gas is POS. Especially when they add a bit of water to the mix when prices skyrocket.

Purspeed · August 29th, 2009, 12:41 AM

It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.

My little lawnmower has been *SOLD*

OMG

kkim · August 29th, 2009, 12:53 AM

Congrats... I think.

zartan · August 29th, 2009, 01:03 AM

"gulp"

Sound Wave · August 29th, 2009, 01:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purspeed

It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.

My little lawnmower has been *SOLD*

OMG

sick feeling huh? i know.

Purspeed · August 29th, 2009, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sound Wave

sick feeling huh? i know.

Extremely.

I almost called the buyer up a few moments after he left to tell him that I changed my mind. I had to take a moment to get my senses back.

I'm officially bikeless. So, the search begins. I'm thinking BUSA!!!!

Purspeed · August 29th, 2009, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

Congrats... I think.

I don't feel too great right now.

CRXTrek · August 29th, 2009, 01:57 AM

Hey,I'm just glad you got off that bike before you got ran over.

Sound Wave · August 29th, 2009, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purspeed

Extremely.

I almost called the buyer up a few moments after he left to tell him that I changed my mind. I had to take a moment to get my senses back.

I'm officially bikeless. So, the search begins. I'm thinking BUSA!!!!

i almost changed my mind too when i was selling my 250 to istreefitty. it was hard to see him leave with it.

not sure how you feel about the honda interceptor, but you can get a brand new 07 non-abs for about $8000 out the door.

CRXTrek · August 29th, 2009, 02:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purspeed

Extremely.

I almost called the buyer up a few moments after he left to tell him that I changed my mind. I had to take a moment to get my senses back.

I'm officially bikeless. So, the search begins. I'm thinking BUSA!!!!

This is the bike to make you forget the 250

Link to original page on YouTube.

Skidro · August 29th, 2009, 02:26 AM

I just hit 8200 miles on my 09 Ninja 250 & still love it, but i have been looking for another bike and if it happened today it would be the new Yamaha FZ6R

The Yamaha FZ6R list for $6,999, but a dealer in Atlanta has them for $5,999 currently, and the reviews are all positive on these bikes.

noche_caliente · August 29th, 2009, 08:52 AM

I know the sick feeling, but not with the bike... can you believe I actually cried when we gave my mom my '02 Hyundai Accent despite the fact that my brand-new, custom '04 WRX was parked in front of and waiting for me?

Sailariel · August 29th, 2009, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skidro

I just hit 8200 miles on my 09 Ninja 250 & still love it, but i have been looking for another bike and if it happened today it would be the new Yamaha FZ6R

The Yamaha FZ6R list for $6,999, but a dealer in Atlanta has them for $5,999 currently, and the reviews are all positive on these bikes.

Friend of mine just got one---a very nicely engineered machine--and it is comfortable. I like the fact that the handlebars can be adjusted to suit the rider. I think that Yamaha has a winner. I would love to see them make a 250 in that configuration.

andrewexd · August 29th, 2009, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purspeed

Extremely.

I almost called the buyer up a few moments after he left to tell him that I changed my mind. I had to take a moment to get my senses back.

I'm officially bikeless. So, the search begins. I'm thinking BUSA!!!!

are you crazy ? you should be looking at the zx14...

Purspeed · August 29th, 2009, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CRXTrek

This is the bike to make you forget the 250

Link to original page on YouTube.

What's the MSRP on that thing again?

Quote:

Originally Posted by noche_caliente

I know the sick feeling, but not with the bike... can you believe I actually cried when we gave my mom my '02 Hyundai Accent despite the fact that my brand-new, custom '04 WRX was parked in front of and waiting for me?

I was pretty emotional about last night. I feel ya. It was unexpected. I thought that I would just sell it and be done. All of the Jerry Springer Raw Emotion came out. I maintained my composure, though.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sailariel

Friend of mine just got one---a very nicely engineered machine--and it is comfortable. I like the fact that the handlebars can be adjusted to suit the rider. I think that Yamaha has a winner. I would love to see them make a 250 in that configuration.

Yeah, I'm leaning toward Yamaha, but really am not set on anything concrete. I still need to save up a bit of money, too. That will give me more options.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skidro

I just hit 8200 miles on my 09 Ninja 250 & still love it, but i have been looking for another bike and if it happened today it would be the new Yamaha FZ6R

I was looking at an older R6. The FZ's are great, too. They look pretty awesome.

The Yamaha FZ6R list for $6,999, but a dealer in Atlanta has them for $5,999 currently, and the reviews are all positive on these bikes.

They also look real cool. The most important reason to ride!

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewexd

are you crazy ? you should be looking at the zx14...

ZX14? Nah...I want to ride a Busa for a few months first...then I'll be ready.

August 18th, 2009, 03:19 PM	#1
Purspeed ninjette.org guru Name: Purspeed Location: Los Angeles, CA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 469	Selling the Ninja :( The time has come. thunder sound in the background I did not think that I would sell my ninjette, but it's a great opportunity for a new owner to enjoy a really awesome bike. I'll still be very active on this site and posting, so be happy. Purspeed is not going ANYWHERE (despite the fact that he hates Alex and Kkim). Here is a link, if anyone is interested... http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...5457#post95457 __________________________________________________ "This is my Ninja. There are many like it, but this one is mine..." ~ Purspeed (ca. Nov, 2008)

August 18th, 2009, 04:24 PM	#3
Purspeed ninjette.org guru Name: Purspeed Location: Los Angeles, CA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 469	Absolutely. I will be purchasing a larger bike (600cc or 748cc). I am still not 100% set on any one model, however. I plan to purchase another Ninja 250r in the near future. __________________________________________________ "This is my Ninja. There are many like it, but this one is mine..." ~ Purspeed (ca. Nov, 2008)

August 29th, 2009, 12:41 AM	#19
Purspeed ninjette.org guru Name: Purspeed Location: Los Angeles, CA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 469	It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. My little lawnmower has been SOLD OMG __________________________________________________ "This is my Ninja. There are many like it, but this one is mine..." ~ Purspeed (ca. Nov, 2008)

August 29th, 2009, 01:03 AM	#21
zartan ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: zartan Location: spam la Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250 R Posts: A lot.	"gulp" __________________________________________________ "Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision" Colin Powell

August 29th, 2009, 08:52 AM	#29
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	I know the sick feeling, but not with the bike... can you believe I actually cried when we gave my mom my '02 Hyundai Accent despite the fact that my brand-new, custom '04 WRX was parked in front of and waiting for me? __________________________________________________ Progrip tank pad, blue rim stripes, blue Pazzos, Roaring Toyz lowering kit, Puig DB in dark smoke, Cortech sport tail, super mini tank, and saddlebags, OES swingarm spools and Intuitive frame sliders

August 18th, 2009, 04:10 PM	#2
k-os ninjette.org sage Name: Andy Location: Sheboygan, WI Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 1988 Honda Hawk NT650, 1989 Honda Hawk NT650, 1997 GSXR750 Track Bike Posts: 890	Are you getting a new bike?

August 18th, 2009, 04:34 PM	#4
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	carnac says.... new gen!

August 18th, 2009, 06:20 PM	#6
VeX That's me! Name: TJ Location: Ames, IA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r (Tis blue), 2008 CBR600RR Posts: 454	It just occurred to me. You live in L.A. Your freeway commuting sees you getting up to upwards of 50mph most of the time during the day. You're getting a bigger bike partly for "safe freeway riding"?

August 18th, 2009, 06:59 PM	#8
VeX That's me! Name: TJ Location: Ames, IA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r (Tis blue), 2008 CBR600RR Posts: 454	I'd go up to L.A. at least once a month to go riding and/or hang out with people, and even at 10pm-11pm at night there'd be stop and go traffic everywhere. I'd get up to 30mph in stretches... CUTTING TRAFFIC. The last time I was there it took about 45 minutes to go 10 miles (to go to the Pirate Adventure in Buena Park)

August 19th, 2009, 10:29 AM	#12
djpharoah \m/ Name: Mesh Location: Irvine, CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): CBR600F3 Smokin Joes Posts: 138	I will be joining you soon however I hope to keep my ninja pregen for my younger brother. I will be looking at the Honda CBR F4i and ZX6R/ZZR-600. If my brother doesn't want it I know my dad will keep it for himself to ride around in our city on Sundays.

August 29th, 2009, 12:53 AM	#20
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Congrats... I think.

August 29th, 2009, 01:57 AM	#25
CRXTrek FORMER MOTORCYCLE RIDER Name: Steve Location: On a Trek SU200 or in my CRX Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): Rode an 08 250r then rode an 08 ZX-6R until i totaled it on 7/10/10 Posts: 758	Hey,I'm just glad you got off that bike before you got ran over.

August 29th, 2009, 02:26 AM	#28
Skidro ninjette.org member Name: Troy Location: Northwest Georgia Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 & 1988 Honda Shadow VTwin 800 Posts: 19	I just hit 8200 miles on my 09 Ninja 250 & still love it, but i have been looking for another bike and if it happened today it would be the new Yamaha FZ6R The Yamaha FZ6R list for $6,999, but a dealer in Atlanta has them for $5,999 currently, and the reviews are all positive on these bikes.

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