It shouldn't be this hard to choose!

RedPepper64 · November 8th, 2013, 12:26 PM

I test rode the '13 abs 636 this summer at a track day. Instant lust for the bike, insanely head over heels for her.

Fast forward two months and hubby just told me he's buying me the bike!!! Not only that, I get to keep my 250! I'm dying of excitement and trying to make the rational decision. We can get the white model for $1k less than the green, both so brand spanking new that I get to do the assembly and pdi myself. I feel like I need to have my Kawi green.... such a hard decision.

And seriously, SQUEEE!!!! Insert happy fanatic dance here of insane proportions here.

csmith12 · November 8th, 2013, 12:28 PM

Pre-Gratz! I don't think you can go wrong with either.

Reswob · November 8th, 2013, 12:37 PM

Black

ninjamunky85 · November 8th, 2013, 12:40 PM

I vote white. Too bad that both the green and white come with a black tail and side fairing. At least it looks better than the white '14 300 that comes with a black tank.

Wondering what Kawi is thinking with some of their color schemes lately. Why can't a bike be just one color?

Byakkotai · November 8th, 2013, 12:45 PM

Gratz on the confirmed bike - Voted white as well

But it depends if you dig the matte finish on the white vs. the gloss of the green. Still no red 636 yet

caineroad · November 8th, 2013, 12:50 PM

Not the best looking green colour scheme but still go for green, it's the best when they combine both colours together like the one seen in my avatar.

bkh2 · November 8th, 2013, 12:50 PM

I was never a big fan of the green, but after seeing the 2013 636's in person, the green was surprisingly good looking. I thought I would have chosen the white as well, but this year's green scheme > white.

LNasty · November 8th, 2013, 01:01 PM

no black option? that is the best IMO

ninjamunky85 · November 8th, 2013, 01:04 PM

RedPepper64 · November 8th, 2013, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by caineroad

Not the best looking green colour scheme but still go for green, it's the best when they combine both colours together like the one seen in my avatar.

Our 250's match! I love the SE Green and white from 2010. They only seem to do the solid colors since then and it is very saddening.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LNasty

no black option? that is the best IMO

Black is not an option of the bikes we can get at dealer cost without assembly. White is $9304 before tax (which is all that's being added) and the green is $10340.

RedPepper64 · November 8th, 2013, 01:09 PM

Looks like I lied, it's coming already assembled and pdi'd but cutting out the cost for that. I would much rather have gotten the crate and finished it myself though.

rasta · November 8th, 2013, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedPepper64

Black is not an option of the bikes we can get at dealer cost without assembly. White is $9304 before tax (which is all that's being added) and the green is $1034.

$1034 for a 636?!?!?! That's an easy choice!!!!

Unless that was a typo, in which case I'd choose the green one anyway

RedPepper64 · November 8th, 2013, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rasta

$1034 for a 636?!?!?! That's an easy choice!!!!

Unless that was a typo, in which case I'd choose the green one anyway

Oh Lordy, I'd be buying multiples! $10,340 for green

MR2Aaron · November 8th, 2013, 03:53 PM

I'd prefer the green, but at that price I'd take the white, and use the extra $1K for gear and accessories.

adouglas · November 8th, 2013, 03:59 PM

Candy Plasma Blue, because it's the fastest color.

White. Take the thousand bucks and buy some AWESOME gear to go with your new AWESOME bike.

broken neck · November 8th, 2013, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

Candy Plasma Blue, because it's the fastest color.

White. Take the thousand bucks and buy some AWESOME gear to go with your new AWESOME bike.

That's it...

Case closed...

White is well, the whitest color, can't beat that...

adouglas · November 8th, 2013, 04:52 PM

Just as an aside...

I was at the Suzuki dealer last weekend getting my brake recall done so I had an hour to hang around and sit on a bunch of different motorcycles.

The only one that really turned my head and made me think "if I didn't have the awesome bike I've got now, I'd really be looking at this" was the 636.

rasta · November 8th, 2013, 05:28 PM

Damn, I really need to work on my reading comprehension. Didn't even notice you mentioned the 1g price difference in your first post. I'm officially changing my vote to WHITE. God knows I'd need the grand for insurance

tfkrocks · November 8th, 2013, 05:54 PM

Kawis should be green

allanoue · November 8th, 2013, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rasta

Damn, I really need to work on my reading comprehension. Didn't even notice you mentioned the 1g price difference in your first post. I'm officially changing my vote to WHITE. God knows I'd need the grand for insurance

csmith12 · November 8th, 2013, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rasta

Damn, I really need to work on my reading comprehension. Didn't even notice you mentioned the 1g price difference in your first post. I'm officially changing my vote to WHITE. God knows I'd need the grand for tickets

fixed!

rasta · November 8th, 2013, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

fixed!

Maybe future medical bills

broken neck · November 8th, 2013, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tfkrocks

Racing Kawis should be green

Now I cannot argue with you!

héhéhéhéhéhéhéhéhéhéhé

JohnnyBravo · November 8th, 2013, 08:17 PM

It it ain't green you might as well be riding a scooter

Boom King · November 8th, 2013, 09:23 PM

Gotta go green on this. Green with envy and for the bike. But I recently saw a 2009 ZX6R in a blue and black color scheme and omg... Me likey very much.

Be sure to post pics!

RedPepper64 · November 11th, 2013, 07:11 PM

So I went with white and used the difference to get the akropovic exhaust, tail tidy, Shogun frame sliders, and Kawi green rim tape. Planning is in the works for some custom green vinyl accents so I won't be greenless. Paperwork should clear tomorrow!

c-dog · November 11th, 2013, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedPepper64

So I went with white and used the difference to get the akropovic exhaust

Which one did you get? I know they have 3 full systems - one is all titanium headers and tubes, and the other 2 have stainless steel headers and tubes (one with full carbon can and one that is mostly titanium).

I want to get the full exhaust and Powercommander some day. I love the sound of a full exhaust!

Congrats on the new bike! Pics when you get it done and exhaust is on it would be awesome.

Lil_Green_Demon · November 11th, 2013, 08:34 PM

Can't go wrong with either, but I'd take a white 636 if it means I save a grand for other things, such as gear.

psych0hans · November 11th, 2013, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedPepper64

So I went with white and used the difference to get the akropovic exhaust, tail tidy, Shogun frame sliders, and Kawi green rim tape. Planning is in the works for some custom green vinyl accents so I won't be greenless. Paperwork should clear tomorrow!

congratulations!!!!

rasta · November 11th, 2013, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psych0hans

congratulations!!!!

This

RedPepper64 · November 11th, 2013, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by c-dog

Which one did you get? I know they have 3 full systems - one is all titanium headers and tubes, and the other 2 have stainless steel headers and tubes (one with full carbon can and one that is mostly titanium).

I want to get the full exhaust and Powercommander some day. I love the sound of a full exhaust!

Congrats on the new bike! Pics when you get it done and exhaust is on it would be awesome.

I should have clarified but I just went with the carbon fiber slip on. I'd love a full system but that will have to wait. We are getting track plastics for two of the other bikes... this is an expensive bike year!

Quote:

Originally Posted by psych0hans

congratulations!!!!

I'll have pics with accessories soon!!

Super stupid stoked, bringing her home tomorrow after we pick up the check from the bank. Exhaust and rim tape should be here by the weekend!

Dragone · November 11th, 2013, 11:33 PM

Congrats on the white ride.

"We are getting track plastics for two of the other bikes... this is an expensive bike year!"

I hear ya, But a splurge at times happens. LOL

rasta · November 11th, 2013, 11:39 PM

That looks like a lot of fun. Be safe out there!

c-dog · November 11th, 2013, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedPepper64

I should have clarified but I just went with the carbon fiber slip on. I'd love a full system but that will have to wait. We are getting track plastics for two of the other bikes... this is an expensive bike year!

Cool! Nice new bike - you look very happy! Excellent!

I might get that same slip-on as well. The full system with powercommander is a little too much $ for me for a few years. But it's my dream to completely finish it off that way.

I do like the look of the carbon slip-on a lot - a lot. It's so nice looking and better than stock on the 09-12 and the 13 as well, the stock cans are ok. But that carbon can is so much better.

backinthesaddleagain · November 13th, 2013, 04:16 PM

Nice. Congrats.

RedPepper64 · November 13th, 2013, 07:08 PM

SQUEE!! She's in my driveway!!

tfkrocks · November 13th, 2013, 07:39 PM

allanoue · November 13th, 2013, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tfkrocks

rasta · November 13th, 2013, 10:58 PM

Splurge.

7oxSin · November 13th, 2013, 11:57 PM

Omg qq i want one soooo bad!

November 8th, 2013, 12:26 PM	#1
RedPepper64 Kawi Girl Name: Heather Location: Washington Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250R Green SE, '13 Ninja 636 Pearl White Posts: 245	It shouldn't be this hard to choose! I test rode the '13 abs 636 this summer at a track day. Instant lust for the bike, insanely head over heels for her. Fast forward two months and hubby just told me he's buying me the bike!!! Not only that, I get to keep my 250! I'm dying of excitement and trying to make the rational decision. We can get the white model for $1k less than the green, both so brand spanking new that I get to do the assembly and pdi myself. I feel like I need to have my Kawi green.... such a hard decision. And seriously, SQUEEE!!!! Insert happy fanatic dance here of insane proportions here. __________________________________________________ Perspective: Everything looks better from the inside of a motorcycle helmet
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November 8th, 2013, 12:28 PM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Pre-Gratz! I don't think you can go wrong with either. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

November 8th, 2013, 12:37 PM	#3
Reswob ninjette.org sage Name: Josh Location: Richmond VA Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Triumph Bonneville Black Posts: 627	Black __________________________________________________ '08 Bonneville Black sold->'08 Ninja 250R \| OES Swingarm Spools \| EBC HH brake pads \| reflector delete \| no-cut brake light modulator \| DIY fender eliminator

November 8th, 2013, 12:40 PM	#4
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	I vote white. Too bad that both the green and white come with a black tail and side fairing. At least it looks better than the white '14 300 that comes with a black tank. Wondering what Kawi is thinking with some of their color schemes lately. Why can't a bike be just one color? __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

November 8th, 2013, 01:04 PM	#9
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	__________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

View Poll Results: 2013 Kawi 636 Color Preference
White	54	64.29%
Green	30	35.71%
Voters: 84. You may not vote on this poll

November 8th, 2013, 12:45 PM	#5
Byakkotai ninjette.org guru Name: Roger Location: NorCali - East Bay Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 White Ninja 300 Posts: 379	Gratz on the confirmed bike - Voted white as well But it depends if you dig the matte finish on the white vs. the gloss of the green. Still no red 636 yet

November 8th, 2013, 12:50 PM	#6
caineroad ninjette.org member Name: Justin Location: Toronto Join Date: Sep 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja SE Posts: 103	Not the best looking green colour scheme but still go for green, it's the best when they combine both colours together like the one seen in my avatar.

November 8th, 2013, 12:50 PM	#7
bkh2 ninjette.org guru Name: Ben Location: R'lyeh Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 GSXR 750; 1983 CB750SC Posts: 277	I was never a big fan of the green, but after seeing the 2013 636's in person, the green was surprisingly good looking. I thought I would have chosen the white as well, but this year's green scheme > white.

November 8th, 2013, 01:01 PM	#8
LNasty Daily Jap rider Name: Lance Location: La Porte Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: A lot.	no black option? that is the best IMO

November 8th, 2013, 01:09 PM	#11
RedPepper64 Kawi Girl Name: Heather Location: Washington Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250R Green SE, '13 Ninja 636 Pearl White Posts: 245	Looks like I lied, it's coming already assembled and pdi'd but cutting out the cost for that. I would much rather have gotten the crate and finished it myself though. __________________________________________________ Perspective: Everything looks better from the inside of a motorcycle helmet

November 8th, 2013, 03:53 PM	#14
MR2Aaron ninjette.org member Name: Aaron Location: Pflugerville, TX Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Posts: 154	I'd prefer the green, but at that price I'd take the white, and use the extra $1K for gear and accessories.

November 8th, 2013, 03:59 PM	#15
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Candy Plasma Blue, because it's the fastest color. White. Take the thousand bucks and buy some AWESOME gear to go with your new AWESOME bike. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

November 8th, 2013, 04:52 PM	#17
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Just as an aside... I was at the Suzuki dealer last weekend getting my brake recall done so I had an hour to hang around and sit on a bunch of different motorcycles. The only one that really turned my head and made me think "if I didn't have the awesome bike I've got now, I'd really be looking at this" was the 636. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

November 8th, 2013, 05:28 PM	#18
rasta Your face Name: Wes Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Honda CBR650f Posts: A lot.	Damn, I really need to work on my reading comprehension. Didn't even notice you mentioned the 1g price difference in your first post. I'm officially changing my vote to WHITE. God knows I'd need the grand for insurance __________________________________________________ "even a proper fitting helmet can 'get loose'" -csmith

November 8th, 2013, 05:54 PM	#19
tfkrocks ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rebecca Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 w/ ABS, 2014 NC700X, 2008 Ninja 250 (sold), 2002 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '18, Sep '13	Kawis should be green
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November 8th, 2013, 08:17 PM	#24
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	It it ain't green you might as well be riding a scooter __________________________________________________

November 8th, 2013, 09:23 PM	#25
Boom King So, where's the reverse? Name: Anson Location: Ontario, Canada Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Gotta go green on this. Green with envy and for the bike. But I recently saw a 2009 ZX6R in a blue and black color scheme and omg... Me likey very much. Be sure to post pics!

November 11th, 2013, 07:11 PM	#26
RedPepper64 Kawi Girl Name: Heather Location: Washington Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250R Green SE, '13 Ninja 636 Pearl White Posts: 245	So I went with white and used the difference to get the akropovic exhaust, tail tidy, Shogun frame sliders, and Kawi green rim tape. Planning is in the works for some custom green vinyl accents so I won't be greenless. Paperwork should clear tomorrow! __________________________________________________ Perspective: Everything looks better from the inside of a motorcycle helmet
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

November 11th, 2013, 08:34 PM	#28
Lil_Green_Demon Winging It In Life Name: Umar Location: SoCal Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R; 2011 250R (sold) Posts: A lot.	Can't go wrong with either, but I'd take a white 636 if it means I save a grand for other things, such as gear.

November 11th, 2013, 11:33 PM	#32
Dragone ninjette.org member Name: Ted Location: Nevada Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): '86 VFR 750, '90 ZX7, '92 KZ1000, '05 ninja 500, '05 6RR, '06 10R, '07 ninja 250 Posts: 122	Congrats on the white ride. "We are getting track plastics for two of the other bikes... this is an expensive bike year!" I hear ya, But a splurge at times happens. LOL

November 11th, 2013, 11:39 PM	#33
rasta Your face Name: Wes Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Honda CBR650f Posts: A lot.	That looks like a lot of fun. Be safe out there! __________________________________________________ "even a proper fitting helmet can 'get loose'" -csmith

November 13th, 2013, 04:16 PM	#35
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Nice. Congrats.

November 13th, 2013, 07:08 PM	#36
RedPepper64 Kawi Girl Name: Heather Location: Washington Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250R Green SE, '13 Ninja 636 Pearl White Posts: 245	SQUEE!! She's in my driveway!! __________________________________________________ Perspective: Everything looks better from the inside of a motorcycle helmet

November 13th, 2013, 07:39 PM	#37
tfkrocks ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rebecca Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 w/ ABS, 2014 NC700X, 2008 Ninja 250 (sold), 2002 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jan '18, Sep '13

November 13th, 2013, 10:58 PM	#39
rasta Your face Name: Wes Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Honda CBR650f Posts: A lot.	Splurge. __________________________________________________ "even a proper fitting helmet can 'get loose'" -csmith

November 13th, 2013, 11:57 PM	#40
7oxSin MSF Coach! Name: Lupe Location: Antioch, Tennessee Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 ninja 250 Posts: 886	Omg qq i want one soooo bad! __________________________________________________ Hey Unregistered wanna ride the dragon? Ninjette group ride! May 16th-20th Join the Ride!!http://www.ninjette.org/forums/group.php?groupid=35

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