Just Bought My First Bike

ToyaDe · September 23rd, 2011, 05:45 PM

I just joined this forum yesterday to get some information to help me make my final decision on a bike. Well today I got my blue 2009 Ninja 250r it's already lowered which is good since I'm on 5' 2. I haven't ridden it around much since I don't have my license yet, but I am scheduled to take the BRC in two weeks, and after that I'll take it out for some serious practicing. Anyway I just wanted to share my excitement with individuals who understand since my fiancee is tired of hearing me talk about my bike :-)

WhiteRice · September 23rd, 2011, 05:52 PM

Welcome! While you wait for BRC pick up your mom and familiarize yourself with your new bike.

Maybe pick up a book too; I recommend Proficient Motorcycling by David Hough.

Gorilla25 · September 23rd, 2011, 05:53 PM

Welcome to the forum

There is a TON of info about our bikes. post some pics of the bike while you're at it. and good choice to take the BRC. have u purchased any gear yet?

MikeBudd · September 23rd, 2011, 05:54 PM

Welcome to the forum!

Alex · September 23rd, 2011, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteRice

pick up your mom and familiarize yourself with your new bike.

"mom" = motorcycle owners manual

If you didn't get one with the bike, there is a sticky thread at the top of the new-gen tech section where can download a pdf version of the manual.

ToyaDe · September 23rd, 2011, 06:02 PM

Thanks for the welcome and the advice. I did get the mom with my bike and I an going to start reading it this weekend. Gorilla25, no gear yet but I am definitely going shopping this weekend.

MotoED · September 23rd, 2011, 06:36 PM

NickNYC · September 23rd, 2011, 06:58 PM

Nice!
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Mr.E · September 24th, 2011, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

"mom" = motorcycle owners manual

If you didn't get one with the bike, there is a sticky thread at the top of the new-gen tech section where can download a pdf version of the manual.

Glad you said that, I was really confused. Although, when I got my bike, I had my mother with me while the gave me a "tour" of the bike. So I thought I did good, till I read what mom here means lol.

Congrats on the new bike! Waiting is going to seem like forever lol. But good job on taking the BRC, you will learn a lot.

n4mwd · September 25th, 2011, 03:36 AM

Honestly, I recommend you don't practice a whole lot with it until you have taken the MSF BRC. You don't want to risk injuring the bike. The nice thing about the MSF BRC is that they let you risk their bikes instead of your own.

Don't forget to get your helmet, riding jacket and gloves. And you'll need some kind of boots for the MSF BRC.

Lil_Green_Demon · September 25th, 2011, 01:13 PM

Nice.

I waited to buy a bike after the BRC, just in case I was going to end up backing out of it after learning a bit of motorcycle riding. You picked a good bike, though.

Pics or it didn't happen!

S.P.Rocket · October 26th, 2011, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by n4mwd

Honestly, I recommend you don't practice a whole lot with it until you have taken the MSF BRC. You don't want to risk injuring the bike. The nice thing about the MSF BRC is that they let you risk their bikes instead of your own.

Don't forget to get your helmet, riding jacket and gloves. And you'll need some kind of boots for the MSF BRC.

Totally agree! Great bike to start on! I lowered my first bike as well to help give me confidence.

Johnnyscoots · December 19th, 2011, 11:32 PM

Welcome to the Forum!

My fiance is also 5'2" and we managed to get her some gear online. Jafrum, Motorcycle Superstore, etc. but it seems that Jafrum puts their stuff on insane clearance sales. Her jacket was $45, removeable armor, zip out liner, black and pink with black fringe. My winter jacket and riding pants were $39 and $29 respectively. Also try Cyclegear.com. But nothing beats shopping for new clothes. Yep, I accompanied my better half to shop for her clothes, as every well trained future husband should

kyrider · December 22nd, 2011, 05:08 PM

Welcome!

Be careful!

And remember...only you can prevent forest fires!

Cazper · December 22nd, 2011, 06:05 PM

Welcome to the forums... obviously we all approve of your choice of bikes

The BRC will teach you quite a bit and help your confidence level. Look forward to seeing and hearing more about your bike

September 23rd, 2011, 05:45 PM	#1
ToyaDe ninjette.org member Name: Toya Location: Brooklyn Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): Blue 2009 Ninja 250r Posts: 11	Just Bought My First Bike I just joined this forum yesterday to get some information to help me make my final decision on a bike. Well today I got my blue 2009 Ninja 250r it's already lowered which is good since I'm on 5' 2. I haven't ridden it around much since I don't have my license yet, but I am scheduled to take the BRC in two weeks, and after that I'll take it out for some serious practicing. Anyway I just wanted to share my excitement with individuals who understand since my fiancee is tired of hearing me talk about my bike :-)

September 23rd, 2011, 06:36 PM	#7
MotoED ninjette.org guru Name: Edd Location: Los Angeles-CALI Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 SE Pearl/Ebony Ninja 250R Posts: 376	__________________________________________________ [#4]

September 25th, 2011, 03:36 AM	#10
n4mwd ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: D Location: Palm Beach, FL Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250R, 2007 EFI Ninja 250R Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Honestly, I recommend you don't practice a whole lot with it until you have taken the MSF BRC. You don't want to risk injuring the bike. The nice thing about the MSF BRC is that they let you risk their bikes instead of your own. Don't forget to get your helmet, riding jacket and gloves. And you'll need some kind of boots for the MSF BRC. __________________________________________________ My Ninja Blog Proud member of ABATE.My NYC Road Rage documentary - CENSORED!

September 25th, 2011, 01:13 PM	#11
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.	Nice. I waited to buy a bike after the BRC, just in case I was going to end up backing out of it after learning a bit of motorcycle riding. You picked a good bike, though. Pics or it didn't happen! __________________________________________________ 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Bought - Apr 22, 2011; Sold - Feb 17, 2015) 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Bought - May 01, 2017; Current)

December 19th, 2011, 11:32 PM	#13
Johnnyscoots Over 40 Ninjette Owner Name: John Location: Denver, Pa Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki VN900C (Black), 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Red/Two Bros. Slip on, 41 Tooth Rear Sprocket) Posts: 77	Welcome to the Forum! My fiance is also 5'2" and we managed to get her some gear online. Jafrum, Motorcycle Superstore, etc. but it seems that Jafrum puts their stuff on insane clearance sales. Her jacket was $45, removeable armor, zip out liner, black and pink with black fringe. My winter jacket and riding pants were $39 and $29 respectively. Also try Cyclegear.com. But nothing beats shopping for new clothes. Yep, I accompanied my better half to shop for her clothes, as every well trained future husband should __________________________________________________ So Long, and Thanks for All The Fish! Vulcan 900 Custom: Cafe windscreen, OEM backrest and Lockable side cases!!!

September 23rd, 2011, 05:52 PM	#2
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	Welcome! While you wait for BRC pick up your mom and familiarize yourself with your new bike. Maybe pick up a book too; I recommend Proficient Motorcycling by David Hough.

September 23rd, 2011, 05:53 PM	#3
Gorilla25 Dakine... Name: AJ Location: DFW Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R (Sold) \| 636 (hopefully soon) Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 5	Welcome to the forum There is a TON of info about our bikes. post some pics of the bike while you're at it. and good choice to take the BRC. have u purchased any gear yet?

September 23rd, 2011, 05:54 PM	#4
MikeBudd ninjette.org guru Name: Mike Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): RED 2010 Ninja 250r Posts: 304	Welcome to the forum!

September 23rd, 2011, 06:02 PM	#6
ToyaDe ninjette.org member Name: Toya Location: Brooklyn Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): Blue 2009 Ninja 250r Posts: 11	Thanks for the welcome and the advice. I did get the mom with my bike and I an going to start reading it this weekend. Gorilla25, no gear yet but I am definitely going shopping this weekend.

September 23rd, 2011, 06:58 PM	#8
NickNYC ninjette.org guru Name: Nick Location: Brooklyn Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): :( Posts: 275	Nice! Posted via Mobile Device

December 22nd, 2011, 05:08 PM	#14
kyrider ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Bobbert Location: Russell Springs, KY Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Welcome! Be careful! And remember...only you can prevent forest fires!

December 22nd, 2011, 06:05 PM	#15
Cazper ninjaholic Name: Dustin Location: Oceanside, CA Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' SE 250R (sold), 03' ZX-6R, 99' XL1200C SP Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	Welcome to the forums... obviously we all approve of your choice of bikes The BRC will teach you quite a bit and help your confidence level. Look forward to seeing and hearing more about your bike __________________________________________________ 09' SE Ninja 250R $2,547.83 worth of mods installed... come on Unregistered, you know you want to know what? Check my Blog "Modification List"

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