who's buying a honda grom? - Page 2

Jiggles · July 16th, 2013, 09:30 AM

Sonoma!!!

CycleCam303 · July 16th, 2013, 10:10 AM

He's got Sonoma nearby and supposedly there is going to be an indoor track being built in San Jose. The grom would probably be just as much fun if not more than a equally priced street tard. Although for $3500 you could build a cool track only sm.

Lychee · July 16th, 2013, 10:19 AM

@CycleCam303 Are you talking about the single track at the fairgrounds? If so I thought it was already built.

CycleCam303 · July 16th, 2013, 10:28 AM

Maybe I am? Tom, supermoto USA racer, made it sound like it wasnt built yet but that was 2 months ago. He was already setting up an agreement to allow motorcycles out there and start another racing series and try to get mini road racing back together in NorCal. All these nsr and rs85 chassis guys don't have a place to race their bikes. Unless you want to race down south with m1gp

massacremasses · July 16th, 2013, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CycleCam303

He's got Sonoma nearby and supposedly there is going to be an indoor track being built in San Jose. The grom would probably be just as much fun if not more than a equally priced street tard. Although for $3500 you could build a cool track only sm.

yeah but something to romp on the weekends at a kart track using the same thing to get 130 MPG on your commute to work is kinda rad. I mean I wont take it anywhere far. But just around town would be rad. I wonder if the ninja would be jelly. I think itd be a great bike for my wife to ride on too.

Jiggles · July 16th, 2013, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by massacremasses

yeah but something to romp on the weekends at a kart track using the same thing to get 130 MPG on your commute to work is kinda rad. I mean I wont take it anywhere far. But just around town would be rad. I wonder if the ninja would be jelly. I think itd be a great bike for my wife to ride on too.

Tell me more

massacremasses · July 16th, 2013, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

Tell me more

Lychee · July 16th, 2013, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CycleCam303

Maybe I am? Tom, supermoto USA racer, made it sound like it wasnt built yet but that was 2 months ago. He was already setting up an agreement to allow motorcycles out there and start another racing series and try to get mini road racing back together in NorCal. All these nsr and rs85 chassis guys don't have a place to race their bikes. Unless you want to race down south with m1gp

I've seen some videos of short track moto racing on you tube. Maybe those were just temporary tracks. There is already a motocross track on the fairgrounds, hopefully his efforts will not be met with much resistance.

CycleCam303 · July 16th, 2013, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Lychee

I've seen some videos of short track moto racing on you tube. Maybe those were just temporary tracks. There is already a motocross track on the fairgrounds, hopefully his efforts will not be met with much resistance.

O I know what you're talking about. Yea those indoor short track races are put on by the local vintage flat track associations. The track is super tiny. Lots of cool old school harley and yamaha dirt trackers and they have modern mini, 250, and 450 classes. One of our buddies an AMA expert 1000 racer went out there for a race. Totally out of his element. Supermoto is more akin to road racing than the full contact mx or flat track style. Those guys have no problem slamming into people sideways to get ahead. No flags are thrown for aggressive riding.

That is just the annual indoor event for the vintage guys. Tom is talking with some other guys to bring back a Stockton track like Elena Meyers dad had going on.

rojoracing53 · September 1st, 2013, 04:03 PM

We should race on of these in the upcoming 24hr mini bike race

rojoracing53 · September 1st, 2013, 08:56 PM

Ok so I guess I'm actually going to really be racing a grom in the 24hr in a few weeks so I see what the thing is really capable of after beating it to **** for a whole day.

MasterCylinder · September 2nd, 2013, 04:34 AM

It's the next ruckus.

sharky nrk · September 3rd, 2013, 05:33 AM

The Grom looks like a blast to own, and having owned a Ruckus (and loved it) I can see where it will be successful.

Although for me, my SM'd XR100R makes alot more sense for a run around the kart track toy than a Grom. I have like $1k in it and could make it street legal for another couple hundred.

BRad704 · September 3rd, 2013, 06:26 AM

I was at a stoplight this weekend and there was a small squad of Ruckus's across the intersection from me. Along with 1 Grom. Looks really cool when compared to the older bikes, but on it's own, I'm not sure.

Lychee · September 3rd, 2013, 11:28 AM

Saw a pair of big guys on groms yesterday. Awesome. Also awkward.

BRad704 · September 3rd, 2013, 01:02 PM

these were 4 yout's

one of the Ruckus's was stretched in the rear. LOL

MR2Aaron · September 3rd, 2013, 01:05 PM

It looks really fun, but not $3K worth of fun.

I'd have a blast toddling around on one for an afternoon, but I can't imagine I'd actually ride it often enough to justify spending that kind of money on it.

Alex · September 11th, 2013, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rojoracing53

Ok so I guess I'm actually going to really be racing a grom in the 24hr in a few weeks so I see what the thing is really capable of after beating it to **** for a whole day.

Here's some of your competition (@Darling Ninja)!

Her team's charity link for the ride is right here. Why don't you post yours up as well?

rojoracing53 · September 11th, 2013, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Here's some of your competition (@Darling Ninja)!

Her team's charity link for the ride is right here. Why don't you post yours up as well?

That's not my competition, that's my teammate

Darling Ninja · September 11th, 2013, 09:15 AM

LOL! I was just going to reply with the same thing. We are teammates!

We are the only team racing the Honda Grom!

Darling Ninja · September 11th, 2013, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Her team's charity link for the ride is right here. Why don't you post yours up as well?

Thank you for linking to the charity!!

Alex · September 11th, 2013, 09:18 AM

Kick his ass, Annette.

/donated

Darling Ninja · September 11th, 2013, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Kick his ass, Annette.

/donated

It's on!!

Thank you!!!!!!!

Rugby Winger · September 11th, 2013, 10:01 AM

Not me

CycleCam303 · September 11th, 2013, 10:04 AM

Too bad I couldn't get Brian to bring his daughter's xr out there. I'd kick both your asses out there

Klondike1020 · September 27th, 2013, 08:53 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYFzz6G5wbw

I Want one of these bikes for throwing in the back of my truck when I am camping or for cruising the streets in the summer time lol.

It is a novel little toy . reminds me of my pit bikes and mopeds of the yesteryears .

but 3k for the grom vs 5K for an enduro or ninja300

sorta hard to justify as it is not half as useful as the ninjette

Josh_kcco · March 19th, 2014, 11:41 AM

cause I sure effnn doooo =]

Link to original page on YouTube.

GHill762 · March 19th, 2014, 11:44 AM

no.

Sirref · March 19th, 2014, 12:04 PM

I have no use for it and I don't have that kind of money lying around. I don't really understand what it's all about either since I'm far from it's target audience. It seems like an urban commuter but in that setting I'd rather ride a bicycle.

NevadaWolf · March 19th, 2014, 12:42 PM

Realistically, no. I have another bike I'd rather spend the money on.

Now if someone were to hand me one, you bet. Make some mods to turn it into a fun little dual sport that I can kick around out in the desert. Its pint sized and i look massive when sitting on it.

Skullz · March 19th, 2014, 02:59 PM

If i had the spare cash, HELL YES!!!!!

250rr · March 19th, 2014, 03:00 PM

I'd tell you but I don't think you'd like the answer.

ez12a · March 19th, 2014, 03:50 PM

if had to buy a scooter like bike, that would be my choice. But, i dont so..

Kscreations08 · March 19th, 2014, 09:46 PM

Lol ive been watching videos of this little Hooligan bike for a month now. I love the idea of having one but no funds for it lol. I'm still trying to get everything together for the ninjette. I think it would be a fun little toy though

akima · March 20th, 2014, 02:07 AM

I'd like to have a go on one.

mgentz · March 20th, 2014, 05:07 AM

I would ride one not own one. (thoughts at this point)

Still not sure what all the rave is about, but then again I haven't ridden one yet.

Sirref · March 20th, 2014, 05:10 AM

It feels like the hype is a hooligan machine looking into it more. However, I can get a better hooligan machine for less in the form of a dirtbike conversion to supermoto. It would be a more comfortable height too. That said, the way they wheelie that thing in that video is pretty impressive. It's difficult to wheelie small displacement motorbikes, much easier to wheelie bicycles and higher powered machines.

antiant · March 20th, 2014, 05:40 AM

Not interested, reminds me of a clown car, but for motorcycles.

CC Cowboy · March 20th, 2014, 06:02 AM

I'd buy one to race against 250s and smoke them in the corners!

oblivion007 · March 20th, 2014, 06:57 AM

Yup! I've been looking at them for a good while. Entered a grom forum to try and win one but alas I did notwin. I am subscribed to some grom page on FB. They keep me entertained with the little bike.

July 16th, 2013, 09:30 AM	#41
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	Sonoma!!! __________________________________________________ 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

July 16th, 2013, 10:19 AM	#43
Lychee sail away Name: Jon Location: San Jose Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): gixxer (sold), ninjette (upgrade!) Posts: 964 Blog Entries: 8	@CycleCam303 Are you talking about the single track at the fairgrounds? If so I thought it was already built. __________________________________________________ Unregistered found this post helpful. Track Day Preparation Checklist 1. Financial 2. Mental 3. Physical 4. Gear / Bike

September 1st, 2013, 08:56 PM	#51
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	Ok so I guess I'm actually going to really be racing a grom in the 24hr in a few weeks so I see what the thing is really capable of after beating it to **** for a whole day.
	3 out of 3 members found this post helpful.

September 3rd, 2013, 06:26 AM	#54
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	I was at a stoplight this weekend and there was a small squad of Ruckus's across the intersection from me. Along with 1 Grom. Looks really cool when compared to the older bikes, but on it's own, I'm not sure. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

September 3rd, 2013, 11:28 AM	#55
Lychee sail away Name: Jon Location: San Jose Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): gixxer (sold), ninjette (upgrade!) Posts: 964 Blog Entries: 8	Saw a pair of big guys on groms yesterday. Awesome. Also awkward. __________________________________________________ Unregistered found this post helpful. Track Day Preparation Checklist 1. Financial 2. Mental 3. Physical 4. Gear / Bike

July 16th, 2013, 10:10 AM	#42
CycleCam303 King Hamfist Name: Cameron Location: NorCal East Bay Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Crf 150R, 2011 Hypermotard 796 Posts: 940	He's got Sonoma nearby and supposedly there is going to be an indoor track being built in San Jose. The grom would probably be just as much fun if not more than a equally priced street tard. Although for $3500 you could build a cool track only sm.

July 16th, 2013, 10:28 AM	#44
CycleCam303 King Hamfist Name: Cameron Location: NorCal East Bay Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Crf 150R, 2011 Hypermotard 796 Posts: 940	Maybe I am? Tom, supermoto USA racer, made it sound like it wasnt built yet but that was 2 months ago. He was already setting up an agreement to allow motorcycles out there and start another racing series and try to get mini road racing back together in NorCal. All these nsr and rs85 chassis guys don't have a place to race their bikes. Unless you want to race down south with m1gp

September 1st, 2013, 04:03 PM	#50
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	We should race on of these in the upcoming 24hr mini bike race

September 2nd, 2013, 04:34 AM	#52
MasterCylinder ninjette.org member Name: Bryan Location: TX Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '90 ex250 Posts: 155	It's the next ruckus.

September 3rd, 2013, 05:33 AM	#53
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.	The Grom looks like a blast to own, and having owned a Ruckus (and loved it) I can see where it will be successful. Although for me, my SM'd XR100R makes alot more sense for a run around the kart track toy than a Grom. I have like $1k in it and could make it street legal for another couple hundred.

September 3rd, 2013, 01:02 PM	#56
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	these were 4 yout's one of the Ruckus's was stretched in the rear. LOL __________________________________________________ ~BRad

September 3rd, 2013, 01:05 PM	#57
MR2Aaron ninjette.org member Name: Aaron Location: Pflugerville, TX Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Posts: 154	It looks really fun, but not $3K worth of fun. I'd have a blast toddling around on one for an afternoon, but I can't imagine I'd actually ride it often enough to justify spending that kind of money on it.

September 11th, 2013, 09:15 AM	#60
Darling Ninja ninjette.org guru Name: Annette Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: 270	LOL! I was just going to reply with the same thing. We are teammates! We are the only team racing the Honda Grom! __________________________________________________ "You start with a bag full of luck and an empty bag of experience. The trick is to fill the bag of experience before you empty the bag of luck."

September 11th, 2013, 09:18 AM	#62
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Kick his ass, Annette. /donated __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

September 11th, 2013, 10:01 AM	#64
Rugby Winger ninjette.org member Name: Roderick Location: Missouri City, Texas (Greater Houston) Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 60	Not me

September 11th, 2013, 10:04 AM	#65
CycleCam303 King Hamfist Name: Cameron Location: NorCal East Bay Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Crf 150R, 2011 Hypermotard 796 Posts: 940	Too bad I couldn't get Brian to bring his daughter's xr out there. I'd kick both your asses out there

September 27th, 2013, 08:53 PM	#66
Klondike1020 Intrepid Adventurer Name: Josh Location: Rochester/Buffalo NY Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2004 GSXR 750 , 71 cb350streettracker, 07 Polaris Predator 500 Posts: A lot.	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYFzz6G5wbw I Want one of these bikes for throwing in the back of my truck when I am camping or for cruising the streets in the summer time lol. It is a novel little toy . reminds me of my pit bikes and mopeds of the yesteryears . but 3k for the grom vs 5K for an enduro or ninja300 sorta hard to justify as it is not half as useful as the ninjette

March 19th, 2014, 11:41 AM	#67
Josh_kcco ninjette.org guru Name: Josh Location: Kern Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): '04 Ninja 250R Posts: 367	does anyone else want one of these... cause I sure effnn doooo =] Link to original page on YouTube.

March 19th, 2014, 11:44 AM	#68
GHill762 ninjette.org member Name: Garrett Location: Illinois - Midwest USA Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): ZX-3R (ok, ex300) Posts: 160	no.

March 19th, 2014, 12:04 PM	#69
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	I have no use for it and I don't have that kind of money lying around. I don't really understand what it's all about either since I'm far from it's target audience. It seems like an urban commuter but in that setting I'd rather ride a bicycle.

March 19th, 2014, 12:42 PM	#70
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	Realistically, no. I have another bike I'd rather spend the money on. Now if someone were to hand me one, you bet. Make some mods to turn it into a fun little dual sport that I can kick around out in the desert. Its pint sized and i look massive when sitting on it. __________________________________________________ <-- 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.

March 19th, 2014, 02:59 PM	#71
Skullz ninjette.org guru Name: Ray Location: 48162 Join Date: Aug 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 450	If i had the spare cash, HELL YES!!!!!

March 19th, 2014, 03:00 PM	#72
250rr ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Mark Location: Portland Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): Cheap Italian Suit. Otherwise known as Dew Kitty Posts: A lot.	I'd tell you but I don't think you'd like the answer.

March 19th, 2014, 03:50 PM	#73
ez12a ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: OC, CA Join Date: Jan 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R (Sold), 2007 SV650S Posts: 161	if had to buy a scooter like bike, that would be my choice. But, i dont so..

March 19th, 2014, 09:46 PM	#74
Kscreations08 Fresh Deli Meat Name: Kevin Location: Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Join Date: Feb 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2009 250R Ninja -Neener- Posts: 678	Lol ive been watching videos of this little Hooligan bike for a month now. I love the idea of having one but no funds for it lol. I'm still trying to get everything together for the ninjette. I think it would be a fun little toy though __________________________________________________ We shall call thee "Seahorse." -Antiant on Couvade Syndrome

March 20th, 2014, 02:07 AM	#75
akima Nooblet Name: Akima Location: England Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R FI Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '13	I'd like to have a go on one.

March 20th, 2014, 05:07 AM	#76
mgentz Board Member Name: ... Location: WI Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250R (street), 250R (dirt) Posts: A lot.	I would ride one not own one. (thoughts at this point) Still not sure what all the rave is about, but then again I haven't ridden one yet.

March 20th, 2014, 05:10 AM	#77
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	It feels like the hype is a hooligan machine looking into it more. However, I can get a better hooligan machine for less in the form of a dirtbike conversion to supermoto. It would be a more comfortable height too. That said, the way they wheelie that thing in that video is pretty impressive. It's difficult to wheelie small displacement motorbikes, much easier to wheelie bicycles and higher powered machines.

March 20th, 2014, 05:40 AM	#78
antiant antiant Name: antiant Location: Cali Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): None Posts: A lot. MOTM - Oct '14	Not interested, reminds me of a clown car, but for motorcycles.

March 20th, 2014, 06:02 AM	#79
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	I'd buy one to race against 250s and smoke them in the corners! __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

March 20th, 2014, 06:57 AM	#80
oblivion007 "scandal!" Name: Adan Location: Somewhere Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R(Crashed 2/26/2014), 09 ER6n Posts: 660	Yup! I've been looking at them for a good while. Entered a grom forum to try and win one but alas I did notwin. I am subscribed to some grom page on FB. They keep me entertained with the little bike.

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