Official 2013 Ninja 300 (and 250) Thread - Page 12

CZroe · August 2nd, 2012, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

Girl, you are crazy

It reminds me of the Akropovik shape. The J/K exhaust is just a round, uninspired, can. I know it's supposed to be about function (performance + siliencing) more than style, but obviously your concern is style too.

mpobad · August 2nd, 2012, 05:12 PM

i hate when they take too long to give us some news.... =/ lol

Jiggles · August 2nd, 2012, 05:13 PM

Yea I don't really like the weird shaped fancy looking exhaust. Just give me a plain round can that doesn't draw attention

Stamatos · August 2nd, 2012, 05:53 PM

I like the new colors (grey and black), the new console and flush turn signals but that's about it. I think I read that the riding position is going to be closer to a supersport and if I wanted ABS and FI, I would have bought a CBR. I'll have to sit on one in person for my final judgement.

mpobad · August 2nd, 2012, 05:58 PM

OMG....now im in love...for real ! :P check these....

http://tmcblog.com/2012/08/03/foto-f...3-ninja-250r/#

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nv4NL...layer_embedded

C L · August 2nd, 2012, 06:35 PM

wtf is this

ranma3030 · August 2nd, 2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by C L

wtf is this

I would also like to know. Can't help myself I'm selling my 2012 to get this bad boy as I'm moving interstate and not planning on riding for the next six months. Hope we get it with EFI in Australia.

Jiggles · August 2nd, 2012, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ranma3030

I would also like to know. Can't help myself I'm selling my 2012 to get this bad boy as I'm moving interstate and not planning on riding for the next six months. Hope we get it with EFI in Australia.

It's a passing light. You hit it with your finger and it flashes your high beams. The 650 has it

Robinhood · August 2nd, 2012, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by C L

wtf is this

turbo, engage!

ranma3030 · August 2nd, 2012, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

It's a passing light. You hit it with your finger and it flashes your high beams. The 650 has it

Thats cool. Cheers Jiggles.

silentIm · August 2nd, 2012, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

Engine produces .1kw over stock carbs, I'm just going to guess that jetted carbs will out perform in terms of power the stock EFI. I'll be very interested to see the dyno charts for both. My guess based on where they changed the peak torque to is that the stock carbed version will have more HP in the power band while the EFI has more HP down low. Either way I don't think the difference will be very noticeable.

The new engine is built for more torque down low. The last gen produce 18.4 Nm torque @ 9750 RPM. The new engine produces 21 Nm @ 8000 RPM. CBR needs 8500 RPM to produce that ammount of torque. Beside better initial acceleration, also more usable final gear.

Jiggles · August 2nd, 2012, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by silentIm

The new engine is built for more torque down low. The last gen produce 18.4 Nm torque @ 9750 RPM. The new engine produces 21 Nm @ 8000 RPM. CBR needs 8500 RPM to produce that ammount of torque. Beside better initial acceleration, also more usable final gear.

Mhm, so my 2011 is gna smoke those 2013s

thisisbenji · August 2nd, 2012, 08:22 PM

I like that they lowered the tq even if it makes the bike slower. I'd rather the bike be faster at half throttle and loose some at full.

cerberusrex25 · August 2nd, 2012, 08:28 PM

So, they say that it has wider wheels? I am just curious because I wonder if I could swap them with the 4.5 ready to roll rims for the 08 plus, that way it would look waaaaaaaaaay better that the retarded wheels that come with it stock.

menikmati · August 2nd, 2012, 08:31 PM

Looks like they will come stock with 140's in the rear, a good enough incentive for me to get Pirelli Diablo Rosso II's on it STAT.

sombo · August 2nd, 2012, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by choneofakind

Um, its a 250 not a 300, so there's no apology necessary since the terms of that apology weren't met? He was wrong.
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Chone..... that's his point. If any apology should be made it would be the troll that started the b/s.

folky15 · August 2nd, 2012, 10:39 PM

Personally, not a huge fan of the redesign. The current gen looks cool without looking like its trying too hard.

This new 2013 design is too flashy for a 250 imho.

I do like that new exhaust much better though, and FI would be niiiice.

Carnage · August 2nd, 2012, 11:05 PM

The exhaust does not bother me because it's gonna get changed out shortly after buying it. I like the new instrument panel the digital is much nicer. I really like the FI feature. Looks like I may have to get it for my wife it's her turn for a new bike.

akima · August 2nd, 2012, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robinhood

turbo, engage!

lmao! :d

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

are the ergo's about the same as the 08-12 model? Handlebar position, footpeg position, etc

What size are the tires? 110 and 140?

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Yes, No significant Change abour the ergonomy

OEM rear tire size is bigger than the older nijete . . . 140/17

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by C L

wtf is this

it is a pass light button

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by silentIm

Good photo on the size compared to cbr 250.

he he i did take this pict my self yesterday

Kawasaki give us a chance to compare CBR 250R ABS, 2011 Ninja 250R and 2013 Ninja 250 at a short track

mithungo · August 3rd, 2012, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by taufik-tmcblog

he he i did take this pict my self yesterday

Kawasaki give us a chance to compare CBR 250R ABS, 2011 Ninja 250R and 2013 Ninja 250 at a short track

And how did the 2011 and 2013 compare Taufik?

psych0hans · August 3rd, 2012, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joule

Wait the **** up O_O

ofcourse we are all so Jelly, who all think that it's front fairing might fit our new gens?

You know that's not gonna happen.... Lol we Indians can just pray that bajaj gets it to India pronto... Though my second bike would probably be a Daytona, it doesn't stop me from drooling all over this PYT!!! Hahaha

choneofakind · August 3rd, 2012, 02:57 AM

Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh

Major derp moment. I'm just going to back slowly out of this thread with my hands clearly in view...
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taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mithungo

And how did the 2011 and 2013 compare Taufik?

The FI version is more smooth than the 2011 Carb version, especially at the low-mid rev

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 03:18 AM

here the picture of my media buddy . . .

ninja250r81 · August 3rd, 2012, 03:34 AM

if i was in the market for a learner ninja 300 i would not even look at buying one
just like the learner 650 ninja these bikes are in no mans land.

in aussie it will be put up against the honda cb400.

cb400 has 52hp at 9000rpm, and 38Nm of torque at 9500rpm at 177kg.

with an average city / urban 4.8l per 100kms

which the kawasaki ninja 300 in the current chassis will loose hands down in every aspect.

KAWASAKI go 400cc inline 4 or GO HOME

ShadowStalk3r · August 3rd, 2012, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninja250r81

if i was in the market for a learner ninja 300 i would not even look at buying one
just like the learner 650 ninja these bikes are in no mans land.

in aussie it will be put up against the honda cb400.

cb400 has 52hp at 9000rpm, and 38Nm of torque at 9500rpm at 177kg.

with an average city / urban 4.8l per 100kms

which the kawasaki ninja 300 in the current chassis will loose hands down in every aspect.

KAWASAKI go 400cc inline 4 or GO HOME

400cc I4 and it will cost $10,000 AUD, might as well go buy a 600cc.

CZroe · August 3rd, 2012, 04:40 AM

I wonder how different the wiring harness is for fitting the gauge to the J/K generation. Obviously, it wouldn't have the individual L/R turn "signal on" indicators.

Quote:

Originally Posted by C L

wtf is this

Fresh paint? These must be right off the production line! Anyway, I think it had a passing light in some markets before. It had a "city light" in some. Our reflector/collector has a filled in spot in the middle where some bikes have a "city light." The replica light on eBay has the hole exposed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by taufik-tmcblog

The FI version is more smooth than the 2011 Carb version, especially at the low-mid rev

Uhh, he wanted to know how it compares to the CBR, not the previous carb'd version. That's what you said it was set up for, right? Did you get to ride both? Who did?

sharky nrk · August 3rd, 2012, 05:09 AM

I am not going to be going out and buying one of these new bikes any time soon, but Kawi really is doing a great job keeping the Ninjette relevant with upgrades and updates. GOWAN!!!!!! (in my best Steve Martin and Jonathan Green voice)

choneofakind · August 3rd, 2012, 05:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

I wonder how different the wiring harness is for fitting the gauge to the J/K generation. Obviously, it wouldn't have the individual L/R turn "signal on" indicators.

Fresh paint? These must be right off the production line! Anyway, I think it had a passing light in some markets before. It had a "city light" in some. Our reflector/collector has a filled in spot in the middle where some bikes have a "city light." The replica light on eBay has the hole exposed.

Uhh, he wanted to know how it compares to the CBR, not the previous carb'd version. That's what you said it was set up for, right? Did you get to ride both? Who did?

its a flash to pass button. When you pass, in some countries you're required to flash your brights first to notify the cager ahead of you. It requires you to flick the hi beam switch up and down. That's a momentary on trigger that flashes the bright but doesn't leave it on when you release it, making it perfect for flashing a few times quickly. Most new cars have this feature on whichever stalk controls the brights. One way clicks and keeps thw brights on. The other way (usually towards you because it's easier) will flash them for as long as you hold the stalk, then turn the brights off as soon as you release it, allowing you to flash them quick.
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Sonofswin · August 3rd, 2012, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C L

wtf is this

Actually my 198? Yamaha SRV250 has this feature and I really miss it on the Ninja 250R. When there is enough oncoming traffic that you can't leave your brights on all the time, but still want to illuminate a corner that you're coming into, this little switch is perfect, quick & easy.

The Yamaha headlight moves with the forks so I feel I get better corner lighting with it, then again I think my ninja lights could be adjusted up a little higher...

Anywho, when you're coming into a corner at night and start to feel a little uncertain about it, this little switch will brighten things up to help give you confidence so you can avoid making mistakes. All without major movement of your hand.

Peanut_EOD · August 3rd, 2012, 05:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

I wonder how many of the racers on this site have steering dampeners on their 250s

I don't.

saxnbass · August 3rd, 2012, 07:00 AM

So if I read that right, the 'Pass Light' is nothing more than a non-latching high-beam switch?

silentIm · August 3rd, 2012, 07:20 AM

Wrap up from http://motorplus.otomotifnet.com/rea...ju_160_km/jam_

First ride review from Indonesian motorcycle news site otomotif.net:

Handling is sportier than the 2008 Ninja. Footstep position is a bit backward. The seating position is higher, put the rider a bit more into tucking position. Fuel tank design also help the rider during steep cornering.

The new frame is similar at first sight. But the rider confirms about refinement on frame by Kawi, he claims he pass the corners in Sentul circuit with more confidence, and lightly change direction. Wheelbase is said to be longer 10 mm than the previous gen.

There is no alteration in suspension as well as brake. The brake is the same as the previous gen, and perform similarly.

The rider also mentions smooth low to mid rev. But starting from 6500 RPM the bike pulls strongly. At Sentul circuit before first corner it pulls up to 158 km/h, And definitely able to pass 160 km/h given longer track.

He also mentions about lower engine vibration due to engine rubber mounting, and he feels lower heat from the engine compared to the old one, like Kawi claims, but he does not sure how hot it will be on traffic.

@taufik-tmcblog, can you confirm this?

Alex · August 3rd, 2012, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by saxnbass

So if I read that right, the 'Pass Light' is nothing more than a non-latching high-beam switch?

Yes. Common feature on european bikes.

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

Uhh, he wanted to know how it compares to the CBR, not the previous carb'd version. That's what you said it was set up for, right? Did you get to ride both? Who did?

others yes . . . I'm Not

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silentIm

Wrap up from http://motorplus.otomotifnet.com/rea...ju_160_km/jam_

First ride review from Indonesian motorcycle news site otomotif.net:

Handling is sportier than the 2008 Ninja. Footstep position is a bit backward. The seating position is higher, put the rider a bit more into tucking position. Fuel tank design also help the rider during steep cornering.

The new frame is similar at first sight. But the rider confirms about refinement on frame by Kawi, he claims he pass the corners in Sentul circuit with more confidence, and lightly change direction. Wheelbase is said to be longer 10 mm than the previous gen.

There is no alteration in suspension as well as brake. The brake is the same as the previous gen, and perform similarly.

The rider also mentions smooth low to mid rev. But starting from 6500 RPM the bike pulls strongly. At Sentul circuit before first corner it pulls up to 158 km/h, And definitely able to pass 160 km/h given longer track.

He also mentions about lower engine vibration due to engine rubber mounting, and he feels lower heat from the engine compared to the old one, like Kawi claims, but he does not sure how hot it will be on traffic.

just wait for my review article tomorrow bro

taufik-tmcblog · August 3rd, 2012, 07:42 AM

Ninja 250 brochure

August 2nd, 2012, 05:13 PM	#443
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Yea I don't really like the weird shaped fancy looking exhaust. Just give me a plain round can that doesn't draw attention __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

August 2nd, 2012, 08:22 PM	#453
thisisbenji ninjette.org sage Name: Benji Location: Wadsworth, IL Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r (Sold), 2009 FZ6, 2015 Honda Grom Posts: 898	I like that they lowered the tq even if it makes the bike slower. I'd rather the bike be faster at half throttle and loose some at full. __________________________________________________ My Old Bike My New Bike

August 2nd, 2012, 10:39 PM	#457
folky15 ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Chicago Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 156	Personally, not a huge fan of the redesign. The current gen looks cool without looking like its trying too hard. This new 2013 design is too flashy for a 250 imho. I do like that new exhaust much better though, and FI would be niiiice. __________________________________________________ Done: Fender Eliminator Kit, Shogun frame sliders, Rim Tape, Freeway Blaster horn, Protons, Rear LEDs, Brake Modulator Planned: Comp Werkes Slip-on, Snorkel Delete, Shimmed Needles

August 3rd, 2012, 03:18 AM	#467
taufik-tmcblog ninjette.org member Name: Taufik Location: Indonesia Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki ER6N Posts: 38	here the picture of my media buddy . . . __________________________________________________ Taufik of BuitenZorg tmcblog.com

August 3rd, 2012, 07:00 AM	#475
saxnbass ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Nashville, TN Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 CBR600rr Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	So if I read that right, the 'Pass Light' is nothing more than a non-latching high-beam switch? __________________________________________________ My Mods \| My Bike's Ninjette Thread

August 2nd, 2012, 05:12 PM	#442
mpobad ninjette.org member Name: Marcello Location: Rio de Janeiro Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250r Posts: 22	i hate when they take too long to give us some news.... =/ lol

August 2nd, 2012, 05:53 PM	#444
Stamatos ninjette.org member Name: Derrick Location: Livermore Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 250 CLG Posts: 51	I like the new colors (grey and black), the new console and flush turn signals but that's about it. I think I read that the riding position is going to be closer to a supersport and if I wanted ABS and FI, I would have bought a CBR. I'll have to sit on one in person for my final judgement.

August 2nd, 2012, 05:58 PM	#445
mpobad ninjette.org member Name: Marcello Location: Rio de Janeiro Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250r Posts: 22	OMG....now im in love...for real ! :P check these.... http://tmcblog.com/2012/08/03/foto-f...3-ninja-250r/# http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nv4NL...layer_embedded

August 2nd, 2012, 06:35 PM	#446
C L ninjette.org member Name: Andrew Location: Orlando, FL Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2014 300 Posts: 162	wtf is this

August 2nd, 2012, 08:28 PM	#454
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	So, they say that it has wider wheels? I am just curious because I wonder if I could swap them with the 4.5 ready to roll rims for the 08 plus, that way it would look waaaaaaaaaay better that the retarded wheels that come with it stock.

August 2nd, 2012, 08:31 PM	#455
menikmati crash 250, get supersport Name: Richard Location: San Diego, CA Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R SE (Sold 6/9/14), 2009 ZX-6R (Sold 6/25/14), Subaru BRZ Posts: A lot.	Looks like they will come stock with 140's in the rear, a good enough incentive for me to get Pirelli Diablo Rosso II's on it STAT.

August 2nd, 2012, 11:05 PM	#458
Carnage ninjette.org member Name: Nick Location: Nucla Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 NinJa 250 Posts: 21	The exhaust does not bother me because it's gonna get changed out shortly after buying it. I like the new instrument panel the digital is much nicer. I really like the FI feature. Looks like I may have to get it for my wife it's her turn for a new bike.

August 3rd, 2012, 02:57 AM	#465
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh Major derp moment. I'm just going to back slowly out of this thread with my hands clearly in view... Posted via Mobile Device

August 3rd, 2012, 03:34 AM	#468
ninja250r81 ninjette.org guru Name: scott Location: australia Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 ninja 250r se Posts: 435	if i was in the market for a learner ninja 300 i would not even look at buying one just like the learner 650 ninja these bikes are in no mans land. in aussie it will be put up against the honda cb400. cb400 has 52hp at 9000rpm, and 38Nm of torque at 9500rpm at 177kg. with an average city / urban 4.8l per 100kms which the kawasaki ninja 300 in the current chassis will loose hands down in every aspect. KAWASAKI go 400cc inline 4 or GO HOME

August 3rd, 2012, 05:09 AM	#471
sharky nrk Fighting Texas Aggie '05 Name: Neil Location: Hutto, TX Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '07 ZX6R, '08 Versys, '09 250R Track, '93 F2/F3 Track Posts: A lot.	I am not going to be going out and buying one of these new bikes any time soon, but Kawi really is doing a great job keeping the Ninjette relevant with upgrades and updates. GOWAN!!!!!! (in my best Steve Martin and Jonathan Green voice)

August 3rd, 2012, 07:20 AM	#476
silentIm ninjette.org member Name: Firman Location: Surabaya, Indonesia Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 red ninja 250r Posts: 94	Wrap up from http://motorplus.otomotifnet.com/rea...ju_160_km/jam_ First ride review from Indonesian motorcycle news site otomotif.net: Handling is sportier than the 2008 Ninja. Footstep position is a bit backward. The seating position is higher, put the rider a bit more into tucking position. Fuel tank design also help the rider during steep cornering. The new frame is similar at first sight. But the rider confirms about refinement on frame by Kawi, he claims he pass the corners in Sentul circuit with more confidence, and lightly change direction. Wheelbase is said to be longer 10 mm than the previous gen. There is no alteration in suspension as well as brake. The brake is the same as the previous gen, and perform similarly. The rider also mentions smooth low to mid rev. But starting from 6500 RPM the bike pulls strongly. At Sentul circuit before first corner it pulls up to 158 km/h, And definitely able to pass 160 km/h given longer track. He also mentions about lower engine vibration due to engine rubber mounting, and he feels lower heat from the engine compared to the old one, like Kawi claims, but he does not sure how hot it will be on traffic. @taufik-tmcblog, can you confirm this?

August 3rd, 2012, 07:42 AM	#480
taufik-tmcblog ninjette.org member Name: Taufik Location: Indonesia Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki ER6N Posts: 38	Ninja 250 brochure __________________________________________________ Taufik of BuitenZorg tmcblog.com

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