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June 3rd, 2012, 01:50 PM
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ninjette.org newbie
Name: Jonathan
Location: Apple Valley
Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 2
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Contemplating on getting a 250r
Hey guys!
I live in Apple Valley CA and i go to work in Covina. Its about a 65 mile drive. I'm thinking about getting a 2012 ninja 250r to save me on gas(currently i am paying $50 every 2 days). I am 24 5'3 and a first time rider. Think its a good idea? I'm leaning towards buying the bike since i cant seem to get off this forum during work lol. |
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June 3rd, 2012, 01:55 PM
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CBR250R Traitor
Name: Jon
Location: Greater Philadelphia Area
Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924
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If you're primarily looking at gas mileage, my CBR250R gets 10-20 more MPG than my old Ninjette did. Some other CBR riders and I have done over 90MPG on a stock bike. Expect more in the 70-75 range though. The Ninja was more 50-60 for me
If you want something faster, or for weekend rides, I'd go for the Ninja. |
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June 3rd, 2012, 02:11 PM
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Super Noob
Name: Alex
Location: Mobile, AL
Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki Ninja 250R, '84 Honda Spree 50cc Posts: A lot.
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You're 24...well then, it should be pretty obvious which bike you ought to get.
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June 3rd, 2012, 02:20 PM
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ninjette.org member
Name: Harrison
Location: Cookeville TN
Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 67
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Im 23 just got mine 2 months ago and am a first time rider as well. Gas is good but like stated above the CBR will get better mileage.
It's not the fastest thing in a straight line, I hit 105 yesterday but as far as corners I am able to keep it going just as quick as some of the 600's at times. All in all I love it and wouldnt mind having a bigger bike eventually but I am learning the basics of everything just on something that wont kill me as fast! Once you learn how the 250 works and likes to ride you can ride the hell out of it and still have a great time on the twisties. |
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June 3rd, 2012, 02:30 PM
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ninjette.org newbie
Name: Jonathan
Location: Apple Valley
Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 2
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Looks like ill be getting that ninja. Anyone know SoCal? i will be going up and down the Cajon Pass everyday. will it handle it?
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June 4th, 2012, 09:52 PM
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ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Ken
Location: Indio, CA
Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Kawasaki EX250 "Yoshi", '99 Kawasaki Concours "Grace", '06 Concours "Belle", '06 Yamaha YZF600R "Slick" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 3
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June 8th, 2012, 02:30 AM
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ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Rick
Location: Alexandria, Louisiana
Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much.
MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14
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Yes, go for it. The Ninjette is a perfect beginner and all around bike.
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