99 Ex 250 project Cafe/streetfighter, The build thread. - Page 5

choneofakind · January 26th, 2012, 11:28 PM

To each his own I guess. If you go narrower tires, get as sticky of a tire as you can.

If you lower it, it'll make the rake angle huge, and lower ground clearance

NickNYC · January 26th, 2012, 11:29 PM

Yep, but the look will be worth it.
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cerberusrex25 · February 16th, 2012, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtwinjunkie

Oh. I know of that guy but don't have any personal experience with him however there is a few write ups over on dcsportbikes.net about him.

let me know if I can help at all I do not live far. piston rings and a hone job is not difficult
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Mind telling me what they said about him there?, the ****er keeps dodging my e-mails and calls, keeps telling me he will have it done by a certain date and then completely misses it. is been roughly 3 months and he wont give me my **** back. He is definitely not getting any more of my business after this.

vtwinjunkie · February 26th, 2012, 08:08 AM

Just things along the lines of what you have already said. not calling people back ect. My offer still stands if you would like to get your stuff back I will help you get it back together.

ON a side note:
Do you have an extra pair of forks? mine are pitted and causing the seals to leak, I was going to check on ebay but decided to go the local route instead.

cerberusrex25 · February 26th, 2012, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtwinjunkie

Just things along the lines of what you have already said. not calling people back ect. My offer still stands if you would like to get your stuff back I will help you get it back together.

ON a side note:
Do you have an extra pair of forks? mine are pitted and causing the seals to leak, I was going to check on ebay but decided to go the local route instead.

I had a meeting with him yesterday, in person. I know now the reasons as to why he does what he does. He is pretty overwhelmed with work, he is a good worker and does a great job, but organized and mindful of his limitations he is not. We had a long talk yesterday and we are in good terms now( all the issues mentioned above are not out of maliciousness but out of lack of feoresight and biting more than you can chew). Apparently there is a development with the engine; first of all, it looks amazing all put togetehr except for the fact that it is having timing issues. Piston one hits an intake valve when it goes up. another issue is that my tensioner( which is brand spanking new OEM by the way) is not providing enough tension and the cam chain skips teeth on the sprockets sometimes. As for the forks, sure you can have mine, I'm trying to look for a complete 08+ front section, let me know if you know of someone selling theirs(I want the triple tree, wheel, front disc,mudguard, shaft and spacers but no front caliper), make me an offer and we'll talk about getting you the forks.

CZroe · February 27th, 2012, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cerberusrex25

...As for the forks, sure you can have mine, I'm trying to look for a complete 08+ front section, let me know if you know of someone selling theirs(I want the triple tree, wheel, front disc,mudguard, shaft and spacers but no front caliper), make me an offer and we'll talk about getting you the forks.

Is this because you already have a J-series caliper or are you planning to use the pregen calipers somehow?

cerberusrex25 · February 27th, 2012, 10:19 AM

I already have a J series caliper.

alley · May 25th, 2012, 06:36 PM

Updates?

cerberusrex25 · May 28th, 2012, 04:31 PM

Sorry for the lack of updates, currently preparing to file a small claim suit against my mechanic and talking to a couple of my lawyer friends. Also shopping for an entire 08+ front section( nearly impossible to find a decent front wheel or shocks on ebay) so if any of you guys know of any let me know. Also I'm clearing my work space and maybe sell my other 2 projects so i can focus on this one financially. That is all I got at the moment, I will let you know how it all turns out.

CZroe · May 28th, 2012, 08:15 PM

Well, @gilmorec61's wrecked bike probably has a good front end judging by where it was hit but, as usual, it'll probably disappear into that void where insurance folks usually send wrecked bikes.

cerberusrex25 · June 5th, 2012, 12:26 PM

Welp, I'm back from the shop and we have reached an agreement. He is giving me back half of my money and finishing putting the engine back together. He wont charge me for all the extra parts he feels need replacement and I will have it back this saturday. The only problem with it now is goin to be that timing issue and I am now in the hunt for either a local expert who can help me figure it out or a good shop in the are that is able to fix it.

@CZroe, send me your e-mail man, got some pics for ya.

JLinde1339 · June 7th, 2012, 09:18 AM

Dude, this saga had been going on for almost a year, right? Good to see you were able to get some resolution here. Keep us updated!

cerberusrex25 · June 11th, 2012, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JLinde1339

Dude, this saga had been going on for almost a year, right? Good to see you were able to get some resolution here. Keep us updated!

Yeah, about. The project has been around a year or 2, the engine saga started in december last year. But is almost over. I will have a verdict soon. depending on their answer tomorrow, it will be scrap time or continuance for that engine.

CZroe · June 12th, 2012, 06:05 PM

I expected to see your finished bike with newgen stuff long before essentially buying my way into this with a bike that already has that stuff done. Even so, all the stuff that still needs to be done on mine will be s-l-o-w going, so you're still likely to have something to show long before I do.

Good luck!

Oh, I still curious if the sprocket alignment is off by as much as the old gen sprocket was on the newgen. I wouldn't have the tools to measure such a thing!

cerberusrex25 · June 12th, 2012, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

I expected to see your finished bike with newgen stuff long before essentially buying my way into this with a bike that already has that stuff done. Even so, all the stuff that still needs to be done on mine will be s-l-o-w going, so you're still likely to have something to show long before I do.

Good luck!

Oh, I still curious if the sprocket alignment is off by as much as the old gen sprocket was on the newgen. I wouldn't have the tools to measure such a thing!

HAHAH, at this pace we will both finish at the exact same time, in that case I call jinx first. I will let you know about the alignment once I have an engine to mount and measure that with, until then I will be watching.

cerberusrex25 · June 22nd, 2012, 04:32 PM

So, today was my last day of traveling around and looking for someone to fix this thing. Visited 4 shops in the area, one way in the boonies and one in MD. All very knowledgeable, courteous and experienced, none in my range or willing to let me dig my hole deeper. I always kept an expense report and know the sum by heart, when they heard it, 4 out of 5 told me to just chuck the damn thing, one told me i could do whatever but wont recommend spending more on it. I'm starting to agree, for 3k I can get a decent new gen to tinker with, or a nice pre-gen to butcher and maim and still have money for beer; so after all this time and money spent on this, I might just part it out and look for another option. I'm not in a stable financial position right now, I kinda want to ride this year, and I'm sick of all this drama. Expect a sale soon, or not, I'm like a damn woman and won't make up my mind.

TL;DR: This project might be done, because is not financially sound, and I'm not mechanically adept to finish it on my own.

csmith12 · June 22nd, 2012, 07:16 PM

Aint that a bummer, if you decide to sell, lemme know about the rear setup;

wheel
swingamr
brakes
shock
bones

Make me a deal I can't refuse.

lgk · June 22nd, 2012, 07:37 PM

most car/ bike projects arent financially sound.
the stuff you add on increases the value probably .20 on the dollar or less.

the only projects that are financially sound are some race and vintage oriented bikes. most are financial holes, kind of like boats, but not as bad.

the only thing that custom projects will give you is a feeling of accomplishment.
to some that's better than money...

cerberusrex25 · June 22nd, 2012, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

most car/ bike projects arent financially sound.
the stuff you add on increases the value probably .20 on the dollar or less.

the only projects that are financially sound are some race and vintage oriented bikes. most are financial holes, kind of like boats, but not as bad.

the only thing that custom projects will give you is a feeling of accomplishment.
to some that's better than money...

I hear ya, this was more for me than to sell or whatever, The problem is I hit a wall and I have learned from past experience that when you do, is better to quit and start anew rather than dig that hole deeper. I'm still undecided, so lets just say that I have put the shovel aside to ponder about how deeper can the hole go, and if it is safe to keep on diggin'.

CZroe · June 22nd, 2012, 08:56 PM

Someone get Dave a good deal on a cheap engine!

akima · June 23rd, 2012, 01:27 AM

Why don't you just put the project on hold for the time being instead of selling it. I doubt you will get much for it if you do sell it.

You could buy yourself that new gen you want and then maybe in the future an opportunity will arise to finish up your ninjette-fighter.

cerberusrex25 · September 7th, 2012, 03:33 PM

So, I listened to Akima and.... There are gears moving and things will be happening soon. Stay tuned.

choneofakind · September 7th, 2012, 03:57 PM

Dave, I'm happy to hear this

get out and get riding!!! You've been working for so long without being able to ride

lgk · September 7th, 2012, 06:18 PM

i can't wait to see it.

i'm sure it will be awesome.

cerberusrex25 · September 7th, 2012, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

Dave, I'm happy to hear this

get out and get riding!!! You've been working for so long without being able to ride

I know, I was still able to take the MSF course( and fail miserably), but i know now that motorcycles are for me, and I wont give them up for the world.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

i can't wait to see it.

i'm sure it will be awesome.

Oh it will be, When you see it you will crap bricks!!!

Old Lemon · September 7th, 2012, 07:52 PM

rabies · September 10th, 2012, 08:52 AM

waiting for awesomenesss.....

FvnnyL3tt3r1ng · September 10th, 2012, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cerberusrex25

I know, I was still able to take the MSF course( and fail miserably), but i know now that motorcycles are for me, and I wont give them up for the world.

Oh it will be, When you see it you will crap bricks!!!

What happens when you fail it?

choneofakind · September 11th, 2012, 05:29 AM

you have to retake it.

cerberusrex25 · September 11th, 2012, 03:56 PM

^What he said, on the bright side, things look like the stars are aligning so this project can go forward. Step one was taken today, stand by for a fantastic reveal.

CZroe · September 18th, 2012, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cerberusrex25

^What he said, on the bright side, things look like the stars are aligning so this project can go forward. Step one was taken today, stand by for a fantastic reveal.

I've been holding my breath for a week!

cerberusrex25 · September 18th, 2012, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

I've been holding my breath for a week!

Well cat is out of the bag, new engine on the way, got it for 600 bucks and you all will flip when I post the pics, it has everything( airbox, carbs, radiator, etc, etc.) and only 7000 miles. I will post as son as I get my dirty mits on it.

CZroe · September 18th, 2012, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cerberusrex25

Well cat is out of the bag, new engine on the way, got it for 600 bucks and you all will flip when I post the pics, it has everything( airbox, carbs, radiator, etc, etc.) and only 7000 miles. I will post as son as I get my dirty mits on it.

*exhales*
*takes new breath*
*resumes holding breath*

cerberusrex25 · September 18th, 2012, 06:55 PM

Don't you die on me @CZroe!!! Besides, after seeing that VRossi wheel set, I decided I want that instead the 08+ stockers, so that and a set of 08+ front forks will be the next 2 big buys, I expect to be riding by next year at 89% done with it, then it will be odds and ends over the next few years until it is complete.

cerberusrex25 · September 21st, 2012, 01:20 PM

Some Elves left this on my back deck, wonder what could it be?

ERMAGHEEEEERD NEW ENGEEEEEERN!!!!!!!!!!!

Thing even comes with its own carbs,airbox, headers and all sort of extra goodies, now is time to stop moping around and DO WORK!!!!!

flynjay · September 21st, 2012, 03:10 PM

That is definately worth $600!

cerberusrex25 · September 21st, 2012, 03:51 PM

Yep, I am definitely a happy camper. Is one is one is one of the best purchases I have made online.

loz944 · September 21st, 2012, 04:12 PM

nice buy hope to see the project storm ahead now good luck

FvnnyL3tt3r1ng · September 21st, 2012, 04:32 PM

What a deal! Looking forward to seeing this project completed!

cerberusrex25 · September 21st, 2012, 07:14 PM

Yeah, me too. I will probably load it up this coming week, if the weather permits it.

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September 7th, 2012, 06:18 PM	#184
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September 10th, 2012, 08:52 AM	#187
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September 21st, 2012, 04:12 PM	#198
loz944 ninjette.org guru Name: Laurence Location: Bangbuathong Thailand Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Green 2012 Ninja 250SE and a Yamaha fino scooter (my wife's really) Posts: 355	nice buy hope to see the project storm ahead now good luck __________________________________________________ Be safe ride smart .....a dumb rider is a dead rider

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January 26th, 2012, 11:28 PM	#161
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	To each his own I guess. If you go narrower tires, get as sticky of a tire as you can. If you lower it, it'll make the rake angle huge, and lower ground clearance

January 26th, 2012, 11:29 PM	#162
NickNYC ninjette.org guru Name: Nick Location: Brooklyn Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): :( Posts: 275	Yep, but the look will be worth it. Posted via Mobile Device

February 26th, 2012, 08:08 AM	#164
vtwinjunkie ninjette.org newbie Name: dickerson Location: Verhinia Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 86 EX250,Buell Chop, 71 trumpet TR6R,H1,H2,TLS, YZ250F,KX65 Posts: 5	Just things along the lines of what you have already said. not calling people back ect. My offer still stands if you would like to get your stuff back I will help you get it back together. ON a side note: Do you have an extra pair of forks? mine are pitted and causing the seals to leak, I was going to check on ebay but decided to go the local route instead.

February 27th, 2012, 10:19 AM	#167
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	I already have a J series caliper.

May 25th, 2012, 06:36 PM	#168
alley ninjette.org member Name: david Location: house Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1999 ex 250 Posts: 52	Updates?

May 28th, 2012, 04:31 PM	#169
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	Sorry for the lack of updates, currently preparing to file a small claim suit against my mechanic and talking to a couple of my lawyer friends. Also shopping for an entire 08+ front section( nearly impossible to find a decent front wheel or shocks on ebay) so if any of you guys know of any let me know. Also I'm clearing my work space and maybe sell my other 2 projects so i can focus on this one financially. That is all I got at the moment, I will let you know how it all turns out.

May 28th, 2012, 08:15 PM	#170
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Well, @gilmorec61's wrecked bike probably has a good front end judging by where it was hit but, as usual, it'll probably disappear into that void where insurance folks usually send wrecked bikes.

June 5th, 2012, 12:26 PM	#171
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	Welp, I'm back from the shop and we have reached an agreement. He is giving me back half of my money and finishing putting the engine back together. He wont charge me for all the extra parts he feels need replacement and I will have it back this saturday. The only problem with it now is goin to be that timing issue and I am now in the hunt for either a local expert who can help me figure it out or a good shop in the are that is able to fix it. @CZroe, send me your e-mail man, got some pics for ya.

June 7th, 2012, 09:18 AM	#172
JLinde1339 Fighterer in Training Name: Joshua Location: Schenectady, NY Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250R Posts: 316	Dude, this saga had been going on for almost a year, right? Good to see you were able to get some resolution here. Keep us updated!

June 12th, 2012, 06:05 PM	#174
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	I expected to see your finished bike with newgen stuff long before essentially buying my way into this with a bike that already has that stuff done. Even so, all the stuff that still needs to be done on mine will be s-l-o-w going, so you're still likely to have something to show long before I do. Good luck! Oh, I still curious if the sprocket alignment is off by as much as the old gen sprocket was on the newgen. I wouldn't have the tools to measure such a thing!

June 22nd, 2012, 04:32 PM	#176
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	So, today was my last day of traveling around and looking for someone to fix this thing. Visited 4 shops in the area, one way in the boonies and one in MD. All very knowledgeable, courteous and experienced, none in my range or willing to let me dig my hole deeper. I always kept an expense report and know the sum by heart, when they heard it, 4 out of 5 told me to just chuck the damn thing, one told me i could do whatever but wont recommend spending more on it. I'm starting to agree, for 3k I can get a decent new gen to tinker with, or a nice pre-gen to butcher and maim and still have money for beer; so after all this time and money spent on this, I might just part it out and look for another option. I'm not in a stable financial position right now, I kinda want to ride this year, and I'm sick of all this drama. Expect a sale soon, or not, I'm like a damn woman and won't make up my mind. TL;DR: This project might be done, because is not financially sound, and I'm not mechanically adept to finish it on my own.

June 22nd, 2012, 07:37 PM	#178
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	most car/ bike projects arent financially sound. the stuff you add on increases the value probably .20 on the dollar or less. the only projects that are financially sound are some race and vintage oriented bikes. most are financial holes, kind of like boats, but not as bad. the only thing that custom projects will give you is a feeling of accomplishment. to some that's better than money...

June 22nd, 2012, 08:56 PM	#180
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Someone get Dave a good deal on a cheap engine!

June 23rd, 2012, 01:27 AM	#181
akima Nooblet Name: Akima Location: England Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R FI Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '13	Why don't you just put the project on hold for the time being instead of selling it. I doubt you will get much for it if you do sell it. You could buy yourself that new gen you want and then maybe in the future an opportunity will arise to finish up your ninjette-fighter.

September 7th, 2012, 03:33 PM	#182
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	So, I listened to Akima and.... There are gears moving and things will be happening soon. Stay tuned.

September 7th, 2012, 03:57 PM	#183
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Dave, I'm happy to hear this get out and get riding!!! You've been working for so long without being able to ride

September 7th, 2012, 07:52 PM	#186
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.

September 11th, 2012, 05:29 AM	#189
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	you have to retake it.

September 11th, 2012, 03:56 PM	#190
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	^What he said, on the bright side, things look like the stars are aligning so this project can go forward. Step one was taken today, stand by for a fantastic reveal.

September 18th, 2012, 06:55 PM	#194
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	Don't you die on me @CZroe!!! Besides, after seeing that VRossi wheel set, I decided I want that instead the 08+ stockers, so that and a set of 08+ front forks will be the next 2 big buys, I expect to be riding by next year at 89% done with it, then it will be odds and ends over the next few years until it is complete.

September 21st, 2012, 01:20 PM	#195
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	Some Elves left this on my back deck, wonder what could it be? ERMAGHEEEEERD NEW ENGEEEEEERN!!!!!!!!!!! Thing even comes with its own carbs,airbox, headers and all sort of extra goodies, now is time to stop moping around and DO WORK!!!!!

September 21st, 2012, 03:10 PM	#196
flynjay ninjette.org guru Name: Jason Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 (sold), '06 Ninja 650R Posts: 455	That is definately worth $600!

September 21st, 2012, 03:51 PM	#197
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	Yep, I am definitely a happy camper. Is one is one is one of the best purchases I have made online.

September 21st, 2012, 04:32 PM	#199
FvnnyL3tt3r1ng ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Justin Location: Florida Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 2001 Posts: A lot.	What a deal! Looking forward to seeing this project completed!

September 21st, 2012, 07:14 PM	#200
cerberusrex25 Accesories Guru Name: Dave Location: Centreville, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): '99 EX250(Cafe/fighter project) Posts: 537	Yeah, me too. I will probably load it up this coming week, if the weather permits it.