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Old August 18th, 2017, 10:46 AM   #1
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How much wind can this thing handle

I'm planning on riding my new to me 05 Ninja 250 to work for the first time today. Most of the trip is rural, speed limit 55 with open fields on either side. The weather is calling for gusts of 18 mph, is that going to be rough?
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Old August 18th, 2017, 11:16 AM   #2
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Not at all...

A properly maintained 250 can handle 1000 mile rides at sustained 10k rpms for long periods of time at speeds in excess of 70mph. Even in 25mph winds.

As far as the rider making it rough... sure it's possible but relax, stay loose and the wind will not blow you around much at all.

Enjoy the ride!
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Old August 18th, 2017, 11:36 AM   #3
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Not at all...

A properly maintained 250 can handle 1000 mile rides at sustained 10k rpms for long periods of time at speeds in excess of 70mph. Even in 25mph winds.

As far as the rider making it rough... sure it's possible but relax, stay loose and the wind will not blow you around much at all.

Enjoy the ride!
Thanks for the confidence boost lol. I just know this thing is light as hell so I wasn't sure how it handled wind
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Old August 18th, 2017, 11:38 AM   #4
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Yes, 18 mph is not a big deal. You may not even notice it after a few miles.
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Old August 18th, 2017, 01:02 PM   #5
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You'll be fine. Staying loose is a great suggestion. Another nice way to beat the wind is tuck down. It takes away a lot of drag and smooths out a windy ride. good luck!
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Old August 18th, 2017, 01:21 PM   #6
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Made it safe and sound. Wasn't nearly as bad as I thought it might be, but I did catch a gust or two that made me feel like I was floating lol
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Old August 18th, 2017, 01:30 PM   #7
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My solution to wind is just to ride faster! More momentum and wind can't shove you around as easily.
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Old August 18th, 2017, 05:42 PM   #8
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Backroads are key for my riding. The wind and speed aren't issues
Going on the thruway with traffic and cars semis etc all going around 70-75 - sucks. The wind from traffic gives me a bobble head effect unless I tuck which isn't comfortable IMHO

The gusts move you a little bit more each time the faster they are
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So far my record wind is 50mph. Wasn't so bad going directly into or away from it , but it took a little bit of attention going sideways to it. You get better the more you do it.

As far as semi trucks and all, I will hang back just a bit behind one, until I can get a clear lane to get all the way past him, then get in front of the "bow wave" wind that they push. I don't like being next to them or behind them for too long.
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Old August 18th, 2017, 11:50 PM   #10
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Old August 19th, 2017, 01:28 AM   #11
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So just an update, just made it home from work fine (much less wind) and usually when I get home I'm pretty beat, but now I just want to go back out and ride more is that normal? Lol
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usually when I get home I'm pretty beat, but now I just want to go back out and ride more is that normal? Lol

Nope....I'd get to a Dr. asap!
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[QUOTE=Tylorwashere;1187025]So just an update, just made it home from work fine (much less wind) and usually when I get home I'm pretty beat, but now I just want to go back out and ride more is that normal? Lol [/COLOR]

OMG- it better be! I often feel the same.

Glad you got home safe.
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Old August 19th, 2017, 03:27 PM   #14
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Imma end this question right here... right now.

I rode in what was left of a hurricane at the track. 65mph gust winds, heavy rain and generally conditions that would make 99% of riders stay home.

The scariest part of riding in heavy winds is when you set your line and lean angle, and the winds give you a bit more than what you wanted. So adjust for that and its all good.

250's can handle more than what you want to ride in for the most part... ijs

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Old August 20th, 2017, 08:51 PM   #15
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Having spend some time in Cheyenne WY with a motorcycle as my only vehicle, I learned how to deal with strong as well as gusting winds. By staying relaxed while riding, you are able to feel how the gusts affect your helmet, giving you a moment to react to it before it pushes the bike (which is heavier than your head) offline. With experience you learn to set the appropriate lean angle as you feel the gust hit, keeping the bike on your intended line.

When meeting or overtaking certain types of vehicles, you can anticipate changes in the wind, such as when a semi temporarily blocks the crosswind that you have been leaning into, or a blast from its bow wake. While I am not able to always predict exactly what the change in wind will be, I am pretty good at predicting when there will be a change and staying relaxed so I can adjust to it.

Unfortunately there is no real substitute for experience, and hopefully you are able to build your comfort level in progressively stronger conditions. While riding faster does increase the stability of the bike, it also means you need to be more assertive in your corrections if you do get blown off course. Stay relaxed, ride within your abilities, and stay safe.

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