rearsets QUESTION

n4t · June 4th, 2009, 08:42 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kawas...Q5fAccessories

Can anyone tell me if these will be worth buying, I'm in desperate need for full rearsets and I have $250 right now. I know Woodcraft is better but I would have to wait to get them and I do not know how much longer my gear pedal will last before the damn thing breaks off. If these will be a good buy I will order them right now. I need to know. Anyone?

DerTeufel · June 4th, 2009, 08:47 PM

You would have to wait to get those too..they are in Thailand! Don't buy em..buy the woodcrafts.

kkim · June 4th, 2009, 08:52 PM

why would you need to wait for the WC's?

what's wrong with your shift lever?

n4t · June 4th, 2009, 09:04 PM

Dropped my bike in the driveway and the lever bent inwards, I've had to bend it quite a few times bc it keeps bending. plus when I shift it still hits the adjusting bar. I'm scared to bend it out farther than I already have.

n4t · June 4th, 2009, 09:05 PM

I wish Gilles made rearsets for the 250 >_<

kkim · June 4th, 2009, 09:26 PM

take the lever off and pound it straight. If it breaks, have it welded for now.

again, why do you need to wait for Woodcrafts?

backinthesaddleagain · June 5th, 2009, 06:39 AM

always straighten a shift lever OFF the bike. if you do it on the bike you run the risk of bending the shift shaft and causing an oil leak at the shaft/seal, as well as other possible damage.

NJD022588 · June 5th, 2009, 10:27 AM

You could have a set of Woodcrafts in less than a week

HKr1 · June 5th, 2009, 10:34 AM

Sato's

n4t · June 5th, 2009, 12:06 PM

It's not having to wait for the WC's it's having to wait for the check to pay for the WC's

does Sato make rearsets for the 250?

Banzai · June 5th, 2009, 12:10 PM

There have been several review threads on these. They're a passalbe solution, but there are better made ones. If you're surfing ebay, there are plenty of stock parts for WAY less to repair your issue, and you won't have the issues that adapting race oriented rear sets for the street brings.

Wait some until you're ready and are SURE you want rearsets for the benefits that rearsets are meant for, and understand the drawbacks and not just as a repair item, by then, there should be several more offerings on the market, and you'll be able to pick your features and price point.

n4t · June 5th, 2009, 03:52 PM

oh regardless if it was broken or not I Would still be getting rearsets, the bent up gear lever just is just rushing me into it. Though, I don't want to be getting screwed on it which is why I was wanting to get some good ones. Which is why I wish Gilles made them for the 250. Once I pay off my debt next year, I plan on turning the 250 into a track bike anyways. Probably moving to either a 650R or a ZX6 for my daily ride

I know it should be the other way around but I honestly think if I turned made the ZX6 into track I might kill myself. I know I can kill myself either way but for some reason I would just feel more comfortable on a 250 at the track knowing the power limits. Just knowing I have more power in my hands when hitting the twisties I could see myself pushing my luck. With the 250 on the other hand I'm sure I could peg the hell out of it around a turn and get the same effect as those other supersports get at half throttle

And don't get me wrong I know it's safer on the track rather than on the street but I'm a lot more cautious on the street knowing there might be some sand or rubber or something on the other side of the turn. I might not be making any sense to any of you maybe I didn't explain it good enough but it makes sense to me in my head and I know it would be the more comfortable decision for me and I think that's all that matters

kkim · June 5th, 2009, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by n4t

does Sato make rearsets for the 250?

yes, but they are even more than the WC rearsets.

Banzai makes a good point of just fixing the damaged shift lever and letting the rearsets be an entirely separate issue.

n4t · June 5th, 2009, 05:03 PM

Well I plan on getting them soon anyways, I just hope it sticks out until then.

ninjabrewer · June 6th, 2009, 08:14 AM

OK, newb question, what is the reason for replacing the rear sets, ( I just found out what you were talking about) I know n4t's are damaged, but what other reason is there for replacing them? What advantage is there?

nb

paterick4o8 · June 6th, 2009, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjabrewer

OK, newb question, what is the reason for replacing the rear sets, ( I just found out what you were talking about) I know n4t's are damaged, but what other reason is there for replacing them? What advantage is there?

nb

As far as I know:

1) They're adjustable
2) Aftermarket rearset pegs don't fold up, they're stationary, so they can possibly help save your bike from lowside damage

I have these rearsets Tim's asking about. Supposedly they're Sato knockoffs. A local dealer is selling them here in the bay area. I say they're not bad. I paid slightly less than the ebay ad, and the guy installed them for me for free

n4t · June 6th, 2009, 06:34 PM

Well I will be installing them myself, so you say they are sato knockoff's. You have the exact brand that's on ebay and they are good ones, aye? If I can save over $100 rather than getting the WC's and the quality difference isn't too bad, I will definately go for it

wyckedflesh · June 6th, 2009, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by n4t

Well I will be installing them myself, so you say they are sato knockoff's. You have the exact brand that's on ebay and they are good ones, aye? If I can save over $100 rather than getting the WC's and the quality difference isn't too bad, I will definately go for it

Now ask yourself:
"Can I buy just individual pieces like I can with the WC items if I happen to have another incident that breaks the new gear lever? or Footpeg? or Heel guard?"

You can with the WC rearsets btw...

paterick4o8 · June 7th, 2009, 12:01 AM

^ he can maybe message the guy on ebay to ask if it's possible. I think the local dealer over here allows us to be able to get individual pieces if needed if we request

wyckedflesh · June 7th, 2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paterick4o8

^ he can maybe message the guy on ebay to ask if it's possible. I think the local dealer over here allows us to be able to get individual pieces if needed if we request

I made that mistake once, it ended up being a $300 lesson because of a parking lot hit and run. It is better to have that thought and information available before you too get stuck having to buy an entire set just to replace a single part.

n4t · June 7th, 2009, 07:25 PM

Good point.

June 4th, 2009, 08:42 PM	#1
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	rearsets QUESTION http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kawas...Q5fAccessories Can anyone tell me if these will be worth buying, I'm in desperate need for full rearsets and I have $250 right now. I know Woodcraft is better but I would have to wait to get them and I do not know how much longer my gear pedal will last before the damn thing breaks off. If these will be a good buy I will order them right now. I need to know. Anyone? __________________________________________________

June 4th, 2009, 09:04 PM	#4
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	Dropped my bike in the driveway and the lever bent inwards, I've had to bend it quite a few times bc it keeps bending. plus when I shift it still hits the adjusting bar. I'm scared to bend it out farther than I already have. __________________________________________________

June 4th, 2009, 09:05 PM	#5
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	I wish Gilles made rearsets for the 250 >_< __________________________________________________

June 5th, 2009, 12:06 PM	#10
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	It's not having to wait for the WC's it's having to wait for the check to pay for the WC's does Sato make rearsets for the 250? __________________________________________________

June 5th, 2009, 12:10 PM	#11
Banzai Psychic war veteran Name: Thomas Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawi Green '09 Ninja ZX6R Posts: 663	There have been several review threads on these. They're a passalbe solution, but there are better made ones. If you're surfing ebay, there are plenty of stock parts for WAY less to repair your issue, and you won't have the issues that adapting race oriented rear sets for the street brings. Wait some until you're ready and are SURE you want rearsets for the benefits that rearsets are meant for, and understand the drawbacks and not just as a repair item, by then, there should be several more offerings on the market, and you'll be able to pick your features and price point. __________________________________________________ * If you're arguing with some idiot over the internet, chances are pretty good he's doing the same thing! Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction

June 4th, 2009, 08:47 PM	#2
DerTeufel ninjette.org member Name: Aaron Location: Wildomar Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R, 2009 KTM 690 SMC, 2001 Suzuki GSX-R 750 (track bike) Posts: 172	You would have to wait to get those too..they are in Thailand! Don't buy em..buy the woodcrafts.

June 4th, 2009, 08:52 PM	#3
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	why would you need to wait for the WC's? what's wrong with your shift lever?

June 4th, 2009, 09:26 PM	#6
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	take the lever off and pound it straight. If it breaks, have it welded for now. again, why do you need to wait for Woodcrafts?

June 5th, 2009, 06:39 AM	#7
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	always straighten a shift lever OFF the bike. if you do it on the bike you run the risk of bending the shift shaft and causing an oil leak at the shaft/seal, as well as other possible damage.

June 5th, 2009, 10:27 AM	#8
NJD022588 ============ Name: Nick Location: Occoquan, VA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R Posts: 518	You could have a set of Woodcrafts in less than a week

June 5th, 2009, 10:34 AM	#9
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Sato's

June 5th, 2009, 03:52 PM	#12
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	oh regardless if it was broken or not I Would still be getting rearsets, the bent up gear lever just is just rushing me into it. Though, I don't want to be getting screwed on it which is why I was wanting to get some good ones. Which is why I wish Gilles made them for the 250. Once I pay off my debt next year, I plan on turning the 250 into a track bike anyways. Probably moving to either a 650R or a ZX6 for my daily ride I know it should be the other way around but I honestly think if I turned made the ZX6 into track I might kill myself. I know I can kill myself either way but for some reason I would just feel more comfortable on a 250 at the track knowing the power limits. Just knowing I have more power in my hands when hitting the twisties I could see myself pushing my luck. With the 250 on the other hand I'm sure I could peg the hell out of it around a turn and get the same effect as those other supersports get at half throttle And don't get me wrong I know it's safer on the track rather than on the street but I'm a lot more cautious on the street knowing there might be some sand or rubber or something on the other side of the turn. I might not be making any sense to any of you maybe I didn't explain it good enough but it makes sense to me in my head and I know it would be the more comfortable decision for me and I think that's all that matters __________________________________________________

June 5th, 2009, 05:03 PM	#14
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	Well I plan on getting them soon anyways, I just hope it sticks out until then. __________________________________________________

June 6th, 2009, 08:14 AM	#15
ninjabrewer dirty old man Name: Chris Location: Hazel Green, AL Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Blue '08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	OK, newb question, what is the reason for replacing the rear sets, ( I just found out what you were talking about) I know n4t's are damaged, but what other reason is there for replacing them? What advantage is there? nb __________________________________________________ Death tugs at my ear and says, "Live, I am coming." -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., poet, novelist, essayist, and physician (1809-1894) www.friendsofsanonofre.org

June 6th, 2009, 06:34 PM	#17
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	Well I will be installing them myself, so you say they are sato knockoff's. You have the exact brand that's on ebay and they are good ones, aye? If I can save over $100 rather than getting the WC's and the quality difference isn't too bad, I will definately go for it __________________________________________________

June 7th, 2009, 12:01 AM	#19
paterick4o8 ninjette.org sage Name: patricK Location: San Jose, CA--BAY AREA! Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 blue 250R [sold]. '09 lime ZX-6R [stolen :( ]. '06 blue 636. Posts: 918	^ he can maybe message the guy on ebay to ask if it's possible. I think the local dealer over here allows us to be able to get individual pieces if needed if we request

June 7th, 2009, 07:25 PM	#21
n4t ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: Macon, GA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 78	Good point. __________________________________________________

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