March 15th, 2009, 04:27 PM | #1 |
Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
Location: So Cal
Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 102
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WooHoo!
Just wanted to let everyone know that after many many MANY months of tinkering and being frustrated- My bike is back together and 100% functional. I will go on my first ride since my accident June 12th, 2008. It has been a very long time, but as of right now, I feel accomplished. I did not do it alone though, and I'd like to thank everyone who helped/supported me...especially kkim, vex, and noche
But now I am scared to ride. I must conquer my fear though. So I shall do so in the parking lot down the street So here's my girl all put together in all her glory!
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March 15th, 2009, 04:32 PM | #2 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Tim
Location: Portland, OR
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Nice job. The two tone looks good Now go out and enjoy your cali weather!
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March 15th, 2009, 04:39 PM | #3 |
Ramen Rider
Name: Gary
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
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i forgot that you were fixing your bike up by yourself. now it makes sense. bike looks great! love the two-tone look.
i can understand that it must be scary to start riding again after such a long time and after an accident. but once you jump on, everything will come back to you. it will be just like riding a bike... motorcycle actually. |
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March 15th, 2009, 04:43 PM | #4 |
Live Life
Name: Don
Location: Lincoln, NE
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Great News CaliGal - I know your bike will be as happy as you will be. There is no doubt in my mind it will all comeback to you.
Enjoy and let us know how it goes.
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March 15th, 2009, 04:55 PM | #5 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Todd
Location: Olympia, WA
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CG - congrats!! I have a quick question. Is that just a flat black that you used? I bought some black fairing pieces for under the passenger seat but I don't like the glossy look. I always thought it would look better if it had the same flat black look of the seats and the black pieces under the seat. I might just have to take my pieces somewhere and have them painted. I really like the way yours turned out
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March 15th, 2009, 05:00 PM | #6 |
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Name: Faiyaz
Location: Davis, Ca
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nice job
I'm jealous of that paint job
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March 15th, 2009, 05:24 PM | #7 |
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Name: Kim
Location: mundo de ensueño
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it looks amazing sweetie! congrats on getting her back up and running - we're proud of you! as for being scared - I'm still scared every time I head out, but I just trust in my abilities, and the tires, and everything seems to turn out fine I have a friend that teaches the MSF - so I've been working with him some - I actually considered taking it again since it's been 5 years, but this works well too
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March 15th, 2009, 05:44 PM | #8 |
The Sexy Filipino
Name: Jordan
Location: Bakersfield, Ca
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Congrats. But damn, thats a long time to be put out from riding.
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March 15th, 2009, 06:34 PM | #9 |
Sarcasm: Yea that'll work
Name: Andy
Location: Essex Jct, VT
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bike looks awesome, very nice job! Don't worry about riding, just get out there and do it (not to be all Nike on you).
I hope you didn't mention this somewhere else, but what make is that rear tire hugger, is the skidmarx one? |
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March 15th, 2009, 06:35 PM | #10 |
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Congradulations, The bike looks great. Please ride safely and defensively.
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March 15th, 2009, 07:51 PM | #11 |
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I can imagine the apprehension you must be feeling. I know you had the bike for but a few days before being taken out.
Perhaps some parking lot warm ups for a few days until you get your sea legs back? Or maybe some one in your area can ride along with you as your wingman? GL to you... I know what an odyssey it's been for you to get to this point. You should be proud of yourself. |
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March 15th, 2009, 10:02 PM | #12 |
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Name: Michael
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Welcome back to the ride! Like everyone else said, take it slow before getting back into traffic. Nice job on the repairs! The bike looks great! I wish mine looked that good!
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March 15th, 2009, 10:22 PM | #13 |
I'm lovin' it.
Name: Mike
Location: Melb, Australia
Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Black 250R Posts: A lot.
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Great looking bike. Good luck with it all!
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March 15th, 2009, 10:53 PM | #15 |
That's me!
Name: TJ
Location: Ames, IA
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That's looking secksy! I would make sweet pasionate love to that bike.
Who knows if you play your cards right I might let you go ride with me the next time I'm up that way |
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March 15th, 2009, 10:55 PM | #16 |
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Name: Ryne
Location: West Laf, IN
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Your bike looks awesome! Congratulations and good luck!
PS where did you get your rim tape?
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March 15th, 2009, 11:03 PM | #17 |
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Name: zartan
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Wow! fantastic. Looks soooo great!! I love the blue with the black.
I remember having to drive a week or so after a very bad car wreck that I had years ago and it was so scary but gradually got back to normal. Just remember to breathe and take water with you. Seriously when you stop and drink water it lets your fight or flight know that your are doing neither..no threat if you have time to drink.. keeping you in a more focused mindset. I will think strong thoughts for you !!
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March 16th, 2009, 01:03 AM | #18 |
Ramen Rider
Name: Gary
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
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March 16th, 2009, 07:06 AM | #19 |
So slow I'm first!
Name: Sunny
Location: San Jose, CA
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Yay Cali! Way to go girl!
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March 16th, 2009, 08:12 AM | #20 |
dirty old man
Name: Chris
Location: Hazel Green, AL
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congrats and ride safe
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March 16th, 2009, 08:14 AM | #21 |
Giggity Giggity
Name: Ryam
Location: San Diego
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Looks beautiful , but dont ride scared just ride smart. Quoting someones words after my lowside before riding home on my hurt bike
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March 16th, 2009, 08:22 AM | #22 |
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Bike looks good but you should be in the picture also.
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March 16th, 2009, 08:57 AM | #23 |
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Name: Wayne
Location: Brookfield, MA
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Worth the wait. Just be careful and ride within your comfort zone and you'll be dragging the knee in no time.
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March 16th, 2009, 09:23 AM | #24 |
weekend rider
Name: JC
Location: Central IL
Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '05 Ninja 250 Posts: 87
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Bike looks great! Good luck with your first ride back.
Not to admit that I've been living under a shell all the while, but do you have some DIYs or threads explaining all the mods you've done to the bike? Otherwise would you mind summarizing? It looks very nice and sleek without being too over-the-top or crazy. |
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March 16th, 2009, 10:34 AM | #25 |
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Okay CG!!! Where's the ride report??
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March 16th, 2009, 10:45 AM | #26 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Adam
Location: Sacramento area
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Way to go. If you had the skills to fix the bike, you have the skills to get back on it. Just take it at your own pace and you'll be fine.
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March 16th, 2009, 11:12 AM | #27 |
WORKDADDY
Name: Dave
Location: slc utah
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Cali... Great News! I will agree with everyone that the color choice you did is amazing looking. And to think you did it all yourself.... Nice
Now... Like Kkim said, wheres that ride report? wink wink |
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March 16th, 2009, 12:46 PM | #28 |
Finally!
Name: Tony
Location: Central TX
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Congrats CG!! Awesome job!
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March 16th, 2009, 06:47 PM | #29 |
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Name: Alex
Location: Belfast, ME
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C.G., You did a superb job on that bike. Kawasaki should hire you in six figures. Your colour treatment is way above what they have come up with.
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March 16th, 2009, 08:42 PM | #30 |
Akai Suisei - 赤い彗星
Name: Joseph
Location: socal
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Good stuff, yo.
about time, eh? |
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March 17th, 2009, 07:05 AM | #31 |
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Name: Ryan
Location: Carlisle, PA
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I remember when this happened. Doesn't feel that long ago to me though I'm sure it felt like an eternity to you. The bike looks amazing, and I know you must be proud to have done most of the work yourself.
How did the ride go? |
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Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
Location: So Cal
Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 102
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Thanks to everyone for the words of encouragement!!
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Mods left to do: new exhaust, new seat, new windscreen, some pazzo levers, new pegs, some SS brakes lines, some vinyl stickers...cause my fairings look too empty, and some flush mounts for the front. I'm sure there's more, but I can think of them right now. Way over due! Quote:
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There seems to be a limit on how many multi quotes I can respond to, so I have to do another post
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Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
Location: So Cal
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Thanks! As you should be
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It is a very sexy machine....and We both know it is you who would need to play your cards right
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March 17th, 2009, 04:24 PM | #34 |
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Congrats, girl!!
Did the bike start running better towards the end or still running like crap? how old is the gas in the tank? |
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March 17th, 2009, 04:25 PM | #35 |
Live Life
Name: Don
Location: Lincoln, NE
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Way to go CG - were proud of you.
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Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
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Curiosity is a Killer
Name: CG
Location: So Cal
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You should know I reserve the right to remain an enigma
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March 17th, 2009, 04:49 PM | #38 |
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draining the tank and refilling with fresh gas might be a good idea. Don't you guys have e10 gas in cali? If so, the gas absorbs moisture easily and mixes with the alcohol to turn it into a gummy mess. how long ago was the accident?? if over 6 months, dump it.
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March 17th, 2009, 05:17 PM | #39 |
Revolver Wario
Name: Jeffrey
Location: La Palma, CA
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Hi CaliGirl! GREAT TO HEAR YOU'RE BACK ON YOUR BIKE!!
As an alternative to the ARC (Advanced Riders Course, not me, lol), you could attend a private parking lot lesson with a group of riders at the other forum I'm on. It's called Skillz Days, and I learned a LOT from just one day! The website domain name expired, but I'll post up the summary that I wrote for OCmoto. You start with a smooth braking exercise, followed by warming up with left and right turns. Following that you'll learn that operating a motorcycle is a lot like dealing with women. Your movements have to be silky smooth and slow. This comes in the form of smooth throttle inputs, as well as smooth everything else. After a lot of repetitions your speed goes up. Next comes an exercise where you learn how body positioning affects how your motorcycle lean, and work on getting real loose and relaxed while riding. Crisscross Apple Sauce comes next where you go through a slalom course of tennis balls that really forces you to put into action what you just learned. Afterwards, a more detailed look into how lines are different at the track and street riding. The few things that I took away that helped me most were throttle control, how to stay off the handlebars while riding, and looking through the turn to see potential dangers (helps a lot when doing the SEE from MSF) Exercises by # 1. Braking Smoothly 2. Smooth Throttle Control 3. Looking Through Turns 4. Conversing w/ the Machine 5. Smooth Low Speed Turns 6. Art of Turning Smoothly 7. CrissCross Apple Sauce 8. Finding Those Apexes It's just $50 for about 7 hours of riding. Let me know if you're interested
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March 19th, 2009, 01:33 PM | #40 |
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Cali, put the rear pegs back on so I can go riding with you. I promise to hold on tight.
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