Just bought a 250! (pics)

Hero Danny · May 5th, 2014, 02:13 PM

Just bought my first bike ever, I spent $1,200. The bike is an 03 Ninja 250 with 2,900 miles
PICTURES!!

Okay, I'm going to start with the bad..

First off the bike had been clearly dropped a few times... It has a busted foot peg, the front brake lever has a chip missing and a few misc cracks around the bike..

Foot Peg

scraped paint

missing cap

Gas tank- Is it just me or is the gas tank look weird?

If any of you have a PDF version of the manual that would be awesome!
If not, then I need some help..

I need some information on what oil filter to use, what type of oil and the oil capacity (I searched but couldn't find much on it.)

Also the bike has a little bit of hesitation with the throttle, I think it needs new spark plugs (I already replaced the battery).

I also plan to replace the fuel filter, air filter, I think I may need new tires, right now I am rolling with Dunlop K630's in the front and rear.

Anyway, I mainly plan to just fix some of the broken stuff and get the engine all nice and fresh with the oil change and filter fixes, etc. Also the Gas seems kind of old so I am going to do a drain and fill.

Thanks everyone in advanced for your help

csmith12 · May 5th, 2014, 02:18 PM

sharky nrk · May 5th, 2014, 02:19 PM

congrats

dcj13 · May 5th, 2014, 02:21 PM

Congrats, Danny! My Ninjette is exactly the same color scheme.

2 quarts (plus a tiny bit, maybe) of oil, 10W40 or 20W50 viscosity. Most of the folks like the Shell Rotella oil intended for diesel engines. Fram CH6012 oil filter, but some folks don't like Fram.

Finesse · May 5th, 2014, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Gas tank- Is it just me or is the gas tank look weird?

It's just you.

Sweet deal, nice bike, welcome!

Chicagobob · May 5th, 2014, 02:23 PM

Nice find! Looks OK in the pics. Levers aren't too expensive. You should give it a once-over, checking the valve clearance, timing, plugs, air filter, oil, chain, brakes, cables, etc. Lots of good info on http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki.

misfitsailor · May 5th, 2014, 02:29 PM

Way to go! What a pretty bike!

Hero Danny · May 5th, 2014, 05:17 PM

Thanks for all the replies everyone!
- I did the oil change, I went with some motorcycle specific oil (I forget brand) but it was a 10W40.
- I did change the battery with a brand new one.
- I checked the filter and it seemed okay, kinda flimsy though being just that little foam piece... Considering upgrading to a K&N in the future.
- I just ordered new spark plugs. I went with NGK (I'm a big fan of NGK). I haven't checked the old ones yet, but I wanted to start new and they were only $5 for both.
- I drained all the old gas (bike had been sitting all winter) and replaced with new. I threw premium in there, only cost me about $1 more for 2 gallons and I think it helped a tiny bit (maybe, who knows).

The Bike doesn't like it when it is cold. It will over stall out even in neutral. I have to keep the choke on and let it warm up, I'm sure this is normal for an 11 year old bike that sits in the winter.

My plans are to get some good gear, I just bought a Joe Rocket jacket on amazon. Cost me over $130 but I think it is a good investment.

Thanks again everyone for the warm welcome

Joshua763 · May 5th, 2014, 06:26 PM

time to put some miles on it?

spc2125 · May 5th, 2014, 07:18 PM

Nice bike? Where in MA are you from?

KJohnson21 · May 5th, 2014, 10:13 PM

Hero Danny · May 6th, 2014, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spc2125

Nice bike? Where in MA are you from?

The South Shore.

CC Cowboy · May 6th, 2014, 04:48 PM

South Shore rocks! Best roads, best beaches, best girls and closer to Florida than the North Shore.

N-m · May 6th, 2014, 04:53 PM

Love the colors!

Hero Danny · May 7th, 2014, 08:21 AM

@cowboy - Yeah I like the south shore, do you know any good motorcycle shops down here so I can buy some gear? I've been looking everywhere. Hopefully I will be able to pick up some girls this summer on the bike.
@N-m - Thanks!

Ytse Frobozz · May 7th, 2014, 07:59 PM

Welcome to the site! I'm originally from the north shore, now living in beautiful scenic metro west.

Snake · May 8th, 2014, 06:45 PM

Hello and welcome

May 5th, 2014, 02:13 PM	#1
Hero Danny Inline 4!!! Name: Danny Location: MA Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2008 CBR600rr, 1987 KLR 250 Posts: A lot.	Just bought a 250! (pics) Just bought my first bike ever, I spent $1,200. The bike is an 03 Ninja 250 with 2,900 miles PICTURES!! Okay, I'm going to start with the bad.. First off the bike had been clearly dropped a few times... It has a busted foot peg, the front brake lever has a chip missing and a few misc cracks around the bike.. Foot Peg scraped paint missing cap Gas tank- Is it just me or is the gas tank look weird? If any of you have a PDF version of the manual that would be awesome! If not, then I need some help.. I need some information on what oil filter to use, what type of oil and the oil capacity (I searched but couldn't find much on it.) Also the bike has a little bit of hesitation with the throttle, I think it needs new spark plugs (I already replaced the battery). I also plan to replace the fuel filter, air filter, I think I may need new tires, right now I am rolling with Dunlop K630's in the front and rear. Anyway, I mainly plan to just fix some of the broken stuff and get the engine all nice and fresh with the oil change and filter fixes, etc. Also the Gas seems kind of old so I am going to do a drain and fill. Thanks everyone in advanced for your help __________________________________________________ Be careful. Remember you are invisible

May 5th, 2014, 02:18 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	__________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

May 5th, 2014, 02:19 PM	#3
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.	congrats __________________________________________________ Keep it rubber side down and enjoy the ride Get healthy - Get Fit - Change Your Life Click Here Or PM Me To Find More - Advocare

May 5th, 2014, 02:29 PM	#7
misfitsailor Ninjette Jockey Name: Tim Location: Stockton, Ca Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R, Harley Davidson Heritage Softail, 2 Honda Monkeys, Polini & GRC mini GP Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	Way to go! What a pretty bike! __________________________________________________ For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?.

May 5th, 2014, 05:17 PM	#8
Hero Danny Inline 4!!! Name: Danny Location: MA Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2008 CBR600rr, 1987 KLR 250 Posts: A lot.	Thanks for all the replies everyone! - I did the oil change, I went with some motorcycle specific oil (I forget brand) but it was a 10W40. - I did change the battery with a brand new one. - I checked the filter and it seemed okay, kinda flimsy though being just that little foam piece... Considering upgrading to a K&N in the future. - I just ordered new spark plugs. I went with NGK (I'm a big fan of NGK). I haven't checked the old ones yet, but I wanted to start new and they were only $5 for both. - I drained all the old gas (bike had been sitting all winter) and replaced with new. I threw premium in there, only cost me about $1 more for 2 gallons and I think it helped a tiny bit (maybe, who knows). The Bike doesn't like it when it is cold. It will over stall out even in neutral. I have to keep the choke on and let it warm up, I'm sure this is normal for an 11 year old bike that sits in the winter. My plans are to get some good gear, I just bought a Joe Rocket jacket on amazon. Cost me over $130 but I think it is a good investment. Thanks again everyone for the warm welcome __________________________________________________ Be careful. Remember you are invisible

May 5th, 2014, 02:21 PM	#4
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	Congrats, Danny! My Ninjette is exactly the same color scheme. 2 quarts (plus a tiny bit, maybe) of oil, 10W40 or 20W50 viscosity. Most of the folks like the Shell Rotella oil intended for diesel engines. Fram CH6012 oil filter, but some folks don't like Fram.

May 5th, 2014, 02:23 PM	#6
Chicagobob ninjette.org guru Name: Bob Location: Chicago Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): '06 Ninja 250, 2018 Honda GL1800B Posts: 315	Nice find! Looks OK in the pics. Levers aren't too expensive. You should give it a once-over, checking the valve clearance, timing, plugs, air filter, oil, chain, brakes, cables, etc. Lots of good info on http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki.

May 5th, 2014, 06:26 PM	#9
Joshua763 ninjette.org guru Name: josh Location: 763 Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): five honda's one harley one ninja most have sold all where fun.(one honda was a moped) Posts: 344	time to put some miles on it?

May 5th, 2014, 07:18 PM	#10
spc2125 ninjette.org member Name: Steven Location: MA Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 10 Ninja 250 Posts: 172	Nice bike? Where in MA are you from?

May 5th, 2014, 10:13 PM	#11
KJohnson21 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	__________________________________________________ < ATGATT > Sweat you can wipe off, Road rash you can't. HEY!! Unregistered!! Does your bike have a name?

May 6th, 2014, 04:48 PM	#13
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	South Shore rocks! Best roads, best beaches, best girls and closer to Florida than the North Shore. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

May 6th, 2014, 04:53 PM	#14
N-m Captain 2 Sexy Name: Newton Location: South TN Join Date: Apr 2014 Motorcycle(s): Kwaka EX250 Posts: 241	Love the colors!

May 7th, 2014, 08:21 AM	#15
Hero Danny Inline 4!!! Name: Danny Location: MA Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2008 CBR600rr, 1987 KLR 250 Posts: A lot.	@cowboy - Yeah I like the south shore, do you know any good motorcycle shops down here so I can buy some gear? I've been looking everywhere. Hopefully I will be able to pick up some girls this summer on the bike. @N-m - Thanks! __________________________________________________ Be careful. Remember you are invisible

May 7th, 2014, 07:59 PM	#16
Ytse Frobozz Not dead yet! Name: Rob Location: Marlborough MA Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 315	Welcome to the site! I'm originally from the north shore, now living in beautiful scenic metro west.

May 8th, 2014, 06:45 PM	#17
Snake 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	Hello and welcome

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