I need help choosing the right 250r

NinjaFan · January 28th, 2011, 05:00 PM

Hello all, I'm new to this site. After about 6 months, I finally have enough to buy a new Kawasaki Ninja 250r; however, I'm a little undecided if I should buy the 2008 green, the 2010 green, and/or the 2011 green.

Sure, the 2011 is the newest one, but is their really any difference in the models except for the color? For some reason, I find the 2008 all green to be the nicest-looking.

What's your opinion?

kevlarorc · January 28th, 2011, 05:03 PM

2008 onward they're all the same as far as I know. If you can save money getting a 2008 over a 2011 that's what I'd do.

Live2ride · January 28th, 2011, 05:10 PM

If you like the 2008 green one, then I think I'll recommend the 08 green one

. If you like that color the best then go ahead and get it.

CC Cowboy · January 28th, 2011, 05:17 PM

Buy the 08 green one you like. Take the money you saved and buy gear.

00NissanNinja · January 28th, 2011, 05:53 PM

08 for sure, I like how its just green. Although I have grown to like my 09's paint scheme...

setasai · January 28th, 2011, 07:22 PM

Agreed. Get whatever you like. They're all the same hardware wise. I think whichever green I get, I'd grow to love anyways. If you like all color scheme's equally, get the cheapest one. Given they are new or used specs are the same.

Cab305 · January 28th, 2011, 07:37 PM

You should choose, blue. Did that help?

Boom King · January 28th, 2011, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cab305

You should choose, blue. Did that help?

This. Except I'm sure he means the '09 Blue

NinjaFan · January 28th, 2011, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cab305

You should choose, blue. Did that help?

Hah, aren't you from SoFlaSportBikes.com?

and thank you to all the answers!

Cab305 · January 28th, 2011, 08:42 PM

Yes, I'm the sofla representative. lol
You'll find this is a civilized forum in comparison.

Look forward to seeing you around. A lot of members will be at Homestead Speedway for Sunday Track Day. You should come out and spectate.

Welcome to Ninjette

heylookitsfranco · January 28th, 2011, 08:52 PM

+1 for 08. green was at the bottom of my list when i was searching for mine. I thought I might be disappointed with not getting that first color I wanted, but I can't help but smile whenever I see it lol

backinthesaddleagain · January 28th, 2011, 08:58 PM

That solid green is sharp

00NissanNinja · January 28th, 2011, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cab305

You should choose, blue. Did that help?

He wants green he knows the true path of the ninja lol.

Ceir · January 29th, 2011, 02:14 AM

Um...true ninjas sport black like the one in your avatar

Sailariel · January 29th, 2011, 08:06 AM

Had a Green 08 for two years--12,000 miles of trouble free riding. It's a great bike.

slolane · January 29th, 2011, 01:05 PM

Make sure you get the color you really like, if you like all the greens go for the best deal no matter the year. Insurance may be a little cheaper on an 08 vs 11 but prob not much unless you have insurance points (hopefully not), otherwise the same really. We first bought my wife my 250 and she wasn't too into the green, since I have taken over her 250 and sold my other bike and we are now looking for another 250 for her, our favorite color is black but she is checking out the newer greens now too, I guess it grew on her. Just my .02

coondog · January 29th, 2011, 01:19 PM

Brand new 08's still around, and where you can ride year-round? And you couldn't find an 07 of any color anywhere. That has to mean something.
One suggestion if you are new to riding is always start on a used bike. If that's the case buy a used 07 ninjette and never look back. I mean always look back, sorry. You could even buy two 07's, and with like 2-4k miles on them just no green. I noticed you're in Hollywood beware of miami due to the many re-titled bikes down there. Best of luck , I like the green too as it's owned by Kawasaki, all know what you're on.

ladyrocket · January 29th, 2011, 05:20 PM

The only difference between the models is two things...
1. $$$$
2. Color schemes

I am not a green fan, but I must admit the green with the white and black is pretty slick looking.

ladyrocket · January 29th, 2011, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ceir

Um...true ninjas sport black like the one in your avatar

damn straight! all about the black!

00NissanNinja · January 29th, 2011, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ceir

Um...true ninjas sport black like the one in your avatar

I see how you are lol

Well...my bike is green and black. So I am covered either way

PsychoNinja · January 29th, 2011, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NinjaFan

Hello all, I'm new to this site. After about 6 months, I finally have enough to buy a new Kawasaki Ninja 250r; however, I'm a little undecided if I should buy the 2008 green, the 2010 green, and/or the 2011 green.

Sure, the 2011 is the newest one, but is their really any difference in the models except for the color? For some reason, I find the 2008 all green to be the nicest-looking.

What's your opinion?

According to what I've seen, 2008-2010 are pretty much the same and 2011 added white-faced gauges and the flat-black finish on the exhaust pipe.

As far as there being different green colors for each year, that is news to me.

But a green bike would look great! A definite eye-catcher!

GeneJunkie · January 30th, 2011, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PsychoNinja

According to what I've seen, 2008-2010 are pretty much the same and 2011 added white-faced gauges and the flat-black finish on the exhaust pipe.

As far as there being different green colors for each year, that is news to me.

But a green bike would look great! A definite eye-catcher!

2010 started with the flat-black finish on the exhaust pipe.

PsychoNinja · January 30th, 2011, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeneJunkie

2010 started with the flat-black finish on the exhaust pipe.

I stand corrected!

adamjenkum · February 1st, 2011, 06:01 PM

You can save about a grand and buy one used from a kawi dealer, usually the trade ins are in perfect shape and are already broken in. And if its your first bike you can spend the saved cash on repairs when you inevitably drop it. My 1st bike I laid down within 4 days but I have only laid my ninja down on grass or muddy areas that I shouldnt have been on anyway.

They usually want less for a used current generation 250 from a dealer than the idiots on craigslist and they are likeley to still have a warranty.

Blackwidow · February 2nd, 2011, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NinjaFan

Hello all, I'm new to this site. After about 6 months, I finally have enough to buy a new Kawasaki Ninja 250r; however, I'm a little undecided if I should buy the 2008 green, the 2010 green, and/or the 2011 green.

Sure, the 2011 is the newest one, but is their really any difference in the models except for the color? For some reason, I find the 2008 all green to be the nicest-looking.

What's your opinion?

none...go for the red, its said to be the fastest!

demp · February 8th, 2011, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boom King

This. Except I'm sure he means the '09 Blue

+1 for 09 Blue

onetruevibe · February 8th, 2011, 08:30 AM

I would recommend a used bike to begin with. It will be less expensive upfront and if you drop it while learning, it tends to be less of an ordeal.

Oh..and you meant black. You want a black ninja 250r.

kamikaze · February 8th, 2011, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cab305

You should choose, blue. Did that help?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boom King

This. Except I'm sure he means the '10 Blue

Fixed

January 28th, 2011, 05:00 PM	#1
NinjaFan ninjette.org newbie Name: Emiliano Location: Hollywood, Florida Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 2	I need help choosing the right 250r Hello all, I'm new to this site. After about 6 months, I finally have enough to buy a new Kawasaki Ninja 250r; however, I'm a little undecided if I should buy the 2008 green, the 2010 green, and/or the 2011 green. Sure, the 2011 is the newest one, but is their really any difference in the models except for the color? For some reason, I find the 2008 all green to be the nicest-looking. What's your opinion?

January 28th, 2011, 05:03 PM	#2
kevlarorc noob motovlogger Name: Gareth Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): Black 2009 250r Posts: 328	2008 onward they're all the same as far as I know. If you can save money getting a 2008 over a 2011 that's what I'd do. __________________________________________________ My Motovlog "Damn, either shimming the needles fixes 90% of any problems with the 250Rs, or kkim owns stock in a washer manufacturer." -DmbShn41

January 28th, 2011, 05:10 PM	#3
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	If you like the 2008 green one, then I think I'll recommend the 08 green one . If you like that color the best then go ahead and get it. __________________________________________________

January 28th, 2011, 05:17 PM	#4
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	Buy the 08 green one you like. Take the money you saved and buy gear. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

January 28th, 2011, 05:53 PM	#5
00NissanNinja I hate driving... Name: S Location: SW Ohio Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 13 Triumph Street Triple R, 09 Ninja 250r (Sold 4/20/12) Posts: A lot.	08 for sure, I like how its just green. Although I have grown to like my 09's paint scheme... __________________________________________________ 09 ninja 2fiddy SE Driving slow things fast

January 28th, 2011, 07:22 PM	#6
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Agreed. Get whatever you like. They're all the same hardware wise. I think whichever green I get, I'd grow to love anyways. If you like all color scheme's equally, get the cheapest one. Given they are new or used specs are the same.

January 28th, 2011, 07:37 PM	#7
Cab305 ninjette.org sage Name: Cab Location: Miami Beach Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 10 250r Posts: 697	You should choose, blue. Did that help?

January 28th, 2011, 08:42 PM	#10
Cab305 ninjette.org sage Name: Cab Location: Miami Beach Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 10 250r Posts: 697	Yes, I'm the sofla representative. lol You'll find this is a civilized forum in comparison. Look forward to seeing you around. A lot of members will be at Homestead Speedway for Sunday Track Day. You should come out and spectate. Welcome to Ninjette

January 28th, 2011, 08:52 PM	#11
heylookitsfranco ninjette.org member Name: Franco Location: Fairfax, VA Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2006 Ninja 636 Posts: 175	+1 for 08. green was at the bottom of my list when i was searching for mine. I thought I might be disappointed with not getting that first color I wanted, but I can't help but smile whenever I see it lol

January 28th, 2011, 08:58 PM	#12
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	That solid green is sharp

January 29th, 2011, 02:14 AM	#14
Ceir ninjette.org member Name: Eric Location: Cloquet, MN Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 BLACK Posts: 20	Um...true ninjas sport black like the one in your avatar Last futzed with by Ceir; January 29th, 2011 at 03:25 AM.

January 29th, 2011, 08:06 AM	#15
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Had a Green 08 for two years--12,000 miles of trouble free riding. It's a great bike. __________________________________________________ Ninjette, Sold. New Bike: 2010 Honda NT-700V/VA, 73 Honda 550, 74 Honda 550

January 29th, 2011, 01:05 PM	#16
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	Make sure you get the color you really like, if you like all the greens go for the best deal no matter the year. Insurance may be a little cheaper on an 08 vs 11 but prob not much unless you have insurance points (hopefully not), otherwise the same really. We first bought my wife my 250 and she wasn't too into the green, since I have taken over her 250 and sold my other bike and we are now looking for another 250 for her, our favorite color is black but she is checking out the newer greens now too, I guess it grew on her. Just my .02

January 29th, 2011, 01:19 PM	#17
coondog ninjette.org sage Name: john Location: Palm Beach County, Fl Sligo County, Eire Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ninja 250 street fighter, 2008 street fighter ninja 500, 2001 nsr 125 Posts: 812	Brand new 08's still around, and where you can ride year-round? And you couldn't find an 07 of any color anywhere. That has to mean something. One suggestion if you are new to riding is always start on a used bike. If that's the case buy a used 07 ninjette and never look back. I mean always look back, sorry. You could even buy two 07's, and with like 2-4k miles on them just no green. I noticed you're in Hollywood beware of miami due to the many re-titled bikes down there. Best of luck , I like the green too as it's owned by Kawasaki, all know what you're on. Last futzed with by coondog; January 29th, 2011 at 01:26 PM. Reason: more info.

January 29th, 2011, 05:20 PM	#18
ladyrocket ladyrocket Name: Megan Location: Cali Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R Posts: 84 Blog Entries: 1	The only difference between the models is two things... 1. $$$$ 2. Color schemes I am not a green fan, but I must admit the green with the white and black is pretty slick looking.

February 1st, 2011, 06:01 PM	#24
adamjenkum ninjette.org member Name: dweezel Location: south carolina Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): ninja250 68 triumphtiger Posts: 36	moneys You can save about a grand and buy one used from a kawi dealer, usually the trade ins are in perfect shape and are already broken in. And if its your first bike you can spend the saved cash on repairs when you inevitably drop it. My 1st bike I laid down within 4 days but I have only laid my ninja down on grass or muddy areas that I shouldnt have been on anyway. They usually want less for a used current generation 250 from a dealer than the idiots on craigslist and they are likeley to still have a warranty.

February 8th, 2011, 08:30 AM	#27
onetruevibe Love Rival Name: Brian Location: Western PA Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 449	I would recommend a used bike to begin with. It will be less expensive upfront and if you drop it while learning, it tends to be less of an ordeal. Oh..and you meant black. You want a black ninja 250r. __________________________________________________ “Comparison is the thief of joy.” -Dwight Edwards

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