I like the tank whistle

adouglas · April 13th, 2010, 07:57 AM

Maybe I'm odd, but I really like the fact that my bike sings to me. She does it routinely, even while riding.

I can see how it'd drive some people nuts, but I enjoy it.

austexjg · April 13th, 2010, 08:51 AM

I get a smile from it too....

BlueRaven · April 13th, 2010, 08:56 AM

Mine sounds like one of my cats sad meow so i rub the tank and say we will ride soon. This happens everytime i bring her out of the garage and let her have a little bit of sun while im working on her outside.

Snake · April 13th, 2010, 09:28 AM

Ok...I sense some emotional attachment to our bikes going on here. I guess I have to admit I am the same way.

Cedilla · April 13th, 2010, 09:29 AM

I like it too, it gives the bike character. For some reason when I'm washing it, the tone changes and it sounds like its making noises of joy.

bdavison · April 13th, 2010, 09:30 AM

Im starting to learn its language.

When its outside in the sun, it says Wheeeeeoooooooooooooooooooowww, its hot.

When its inside it has this sad, I wanna ride.. "Mew,,,Meww, Meewww, Mew"

When its REALLY hot outside it just says "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPP" censored

When you pop the cap to feed it, it says "AAAAHHHHHHHHHH" refreshment"

madcrossover · April 13th, 2010, 10:00 AM

The bike has feelings too. When it makes the sounds I feel like its crying for me to give it attention.

Momaru · April 13th, 2010, 10:24 AM

Add me to the list of people who love the whistle. Adds more character and makes my cat jealous

cnichols79us · April 13th, 2010, 10:39 AM

Mine only whines AFTER a ride, like "Why are we done already"?

So I open up her gas cap so I don't have to hear it anymore...

g21-30 · April 13th, 2010, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdavison

Im starting to learn its language.

When its outside in the sun, it says Wheeeeeoooooooooooooooooooowww, its hot.

When its inside it has this sad, I wanna ride.. "Mew,,,Meww, Meewww, Mew"

When its REALLY hot outside it just says "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPP" censored

When you pop the cap to feed it, it says "AAAAHHHHHHHHHH" refreshment"

+1

Snake · April 13th, 2010, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cnichols79us

Mine only whines AFTER a ride, like "Why are we done already"?

So I open up her gas cap so I don't have to hear it anymore...

When you open her gas cap so you don't hear it anymore do you stick something in there?...Like a gas hose?

adouglas · April 13th, 2010, 02:17 PM

I love giving smartass answers when people ask what the noise is.

"Oh, that's the warp coil. It's just getting a little overheated. Nothing to be too concerned about. These things almost never blow up."

"It's the oscillation overthruster."

"Howl? What howl?"

And of course, the ever-popular

"Flux capacitor charging."

BlueRaven · April 13th, 2010, 02:21 PM

Shano22 · April 13th, 2010, 07:13 PM

I see it as my bikes way of farting. Everyone and every now and then your bike needs to pass some gas its just healthy. hahaha

Soujyu · April 13th, 2010, 07:41 PM

Considering that I've named my bike Aria, it certainly sings, no matter if it's moving or not!

(Some people aren't used to it, though.)

bobguy · April 13th, 2010, 08:16 PM

i just like telling girls that my bike thinks they are hot whenever they ask what that whistle is lol...always gets a laugh...almost always.

karlosdajackal · April 14th, 2010, 12:19 AM

The bike has flatulence problems! Always venting gas loudly! I don't mind it, I mind having to explain to people what it is, does not really make Kawasaki seem like they pay much attention to detail, would a Honda or a BMW do this, don't think so.

lobsterback · April 14th, 2010, 01:34 AM

my 09 used to sing to me throughout the night (she was stolen from my front door, i mean fender literally touching it). 2010 doesnt seem to whistle, even though ive only done 100km on it

Jsick7x · June 4th, 2010, 10:39 AM

So I assume the whistling is not a problem or anything serious?

dubojr1 · June 4th, 2010, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsick7x

So I assume the whistling is not a problem or anything serious?

No mechanical issue.... just annoying to me!

Momaru · June 4th, 2010, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsick7x

So I assume the whistling is not a problem or anything serious?

Nope, perfectly normal and not a problem. Just a result of how Kawasaki designed the tank air pressure vent in the gas cap.

Just a heads-up though if your tank's whistling and you have trouble starting the bike, might pop the tank open to help it equalize pressure.

ninjabrewer · June 4th, 2010, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

Maybe I'm odd, but I really like the fact that my bike sings to me. She does it routinely, even while riding.

I can see how it'd drive some people nuts, but I enjoy it.

me too

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

I love giving smartass answers when people ask what the noise is.

"Oh, that's the warp coil. It's just getting a little overheated. Nothing to be too concerned about. These things almost never blow up."

"It's the oscillation overthruster."

"Howl? What howl?"

And of course, the ever-popular

"Flux capacitor charging."

I need to remember that

nb

ScorpionNinja · June 4th, 2010, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cedilla

I like it too, it gives the bike character. For some reason when I'm washing it, the tone changes and it sounds like its making noises of joy.

Ditto!

As im washing my bike...
It murrrs when i rub its "tummy" (gas tank)

ScorpionNinja · June 4th, 2010, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

I love giving smartass answers when people ask what the noise is.

"Oh, that's the warp coil. It's just getting a little overheated. Nothing to be too concerned about. These things almost never blow up."

"It's the oscillation overthruster."

"Howl? What howl?"

And of course, the ever-popular

"Flux capacitor charging."

Afew times ive told ppl...

"Its the continuum transfunctioner!"

sofo · June 5th, 2010, 12:57 AM

Mine did it in the downtown area of where I lived recently while I was in the right-hand lane. Some people on the side of the road appeared to notice and look. I looked back and said "excuse me".

Sailariel · June 5th, 2010, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

I love giving smartass answers when people ask what the noise is.

"Oh, that's the warp coil. It's just getting a little overheated. Nothing to be too concerned about. These things almost never blow up."

"It's the oscillation overthruster."

"Howl? What howl?"

And of course, the ever-popular

"Flux capacitor charging."

I tell people that it`s the Turbo equalizing pressure.

TrueFader · June 5th, 2010, 09:09 AM

my bike only does it when i'm not riding, so to me it sounds like she's crying because she's not being used.

Pete22x · August 8th, 2011, 11:32 AM

haha, I thought it was just me that had this problem, glad I searched for it. Mine seems to hiss at an annoyingly high pitch though. Wish I could fix that.

dubojr1 · August 8th, 2011, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pete22x

haha, I thought it was just me that had this problem, glad I searched for it. Mine seems to hiss at an annoyingly high pitch though. Wish I could fix that.

Some (including me) have had good success with this mod...

http://www.kawiforums.com/ninja-250r...-pictures.html

areifel · August 8th, 2011, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdavison

Im starting to learn its language.

When its outside in the sun, it says Wheeeeeoooooooooooooooooooowww, its hot.

When its inside it has this sad, I wanna ride.. "Mew,,,Meww, Meewww, Mew"

When its REALLY hot outside it just says "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPP" censored

When you pop the cap to feed it, it says "AAAAHHHHHHHHHH" refreshment"

haahahaha^^^^^ this guy

Gorilla25 · August 8th, 2011, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdavison

Im starting to learn its language.

When its outside in the sun, it says Wheeeeeoooooooooooooooooooowww, its hot.

When its inside it has this sad, I wanna ride.. "Mew,,,Meww, Meewww, Mew"

When its REALLY hot outside it just says "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPP" censored

When you pop the cap to feed it, it says "AAAAHHHHHHHHHH" refreshment"

X2

the big mike · August 8th, 2011, 02:18 PM

When I bought her, she made the noise too. But lately I can only hear a silent blowing sound. Anyone knows how bring the sound back?

SpeedDemon · August 8th, 2011, 02:25 PM

I was sitting about 30 feet from my bike talking to a fellow biker and some guy was looking at my bike and she started to sing, I told him he better back up a little bit thats just the warning alarm and if he cares to find out what the real alarm is like just give her a lil shake and see what happens....He took about 3 steps back and she stoped singing so it was perfect

Lol

the big mike · August 8th, 2011, 02:26 PM

2011Ninja250R · August 8th, 2011, 02:33 PM

I can't hear jack squat at 8,000 rpm+ thanks to Two Brothers Racing.

csmith12 · August 8th, 2011, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the big mike

When I bought her, she made the noise too. But lately I can only hear a silent blowing sound. Anyone knows how bring the sound back?

You must not have a gf/wife..... They get that way when they don't get what they want or are ignored for to long.

April 13th, 2010, 07:57 AM	#1
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	I like the tank whistle Maybe I'm odd, but I really like the fact that my bike sings to me. She does it routinely, even while riding. I can see how it'd drive some people nuts, but I enjoy it.

April 13th, 2010, 08:56 AM	#3
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	Mine sounds like one of my cats sad meow so i rub the tank and say we will ride soon. This happens everytime i bring her out of the garage and let her have a little bit of sun while im working on her outside. __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

April 13th, 2010, 09:29 AM	#5
Cedilla ninjette.org sage Name: Chris Location: Huntsville, AL Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 755	I like it too, it gives the bike character. For some reason when I'm washing it, the tone changes and it sounds like its making noises of joy. __________________________________________________ The Ninjette is not a disposable bike. You are not ever supposed to get rid of it. It is like a [friendly] herpes virus.... once you got it, you get keep it forever. Originally posted by-Headshrink

April 13th, 2010, 10:00 AM	#7
madcrossover ninjette.org member Name: Daniel Location: SW Texas Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 87	The bike has feelings too. When it makes the sounds I feel like its crying for me to give it attention. __________________________________________________ Puig Windscreen, Ebay Tire Hugger, Dynojet Kit, Woodcraft sub-frame sliders, K&N 0990 Air Filter, Fender Eliminator, Rear Solo Seat Cowl

April 13th, 2010, 10:24 AM	#8
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Add me to the list of people who love the whistle. Adds more character and makes my cat jealous __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

April 13th, 2010, 08:51 AM	#2
austexjg ninjette.org sage Name: J.G. Location: Austin Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 zx6r Green/Black, (ex-)Diablo Black '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 959	I get a smile from it too....

April 13th, 2010, 09:28 AM	#4
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Ok...I sense some emotional attachment to our bikes going on here. I guess I have to admit I am the same way.

April 13th, 2010, 09:30 AM	#6
bdavison Wartown, USA Name: Bryan Location: Warner Robins, GA Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, 2007 Ninja 650R, and assorted other bikes Posts: A lot.	Im starting to learn its language. When its outside in the sun, it says Wheeeeeoooooooooooooooooooowww, its hot. When its inside it has this sad, I wanna ride.. "Mew,,,Meww, Meewww, Mew" When its REALLY hot outside it just says "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPP" censored When you pop the cap to feed it, it says "AAAAHHHHHHHHHH" refreshment"

April 13th, 2010, 10:39 AM	#9
cnichols79us Fastly Slow!!! Name: Jeff Location: Kent, WA Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki Ninja EX250, 1980 Honda XL125 Posts: 467	Mine only whines AFTER a ride, like "Why are we done already"? So I open up her gas cap so I don't have to hear it anymore...

April 13th, 2010, 02:17 PM	#12
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	I love giving smartass answers when people ask what the noise is. "Oh, that's the warp coil. It's just getting a little overheated. Nothing to be too concerned about. These things almost never blow up." "It's the oscillation overthruster." "Howl? What howl?" And of course, the ever-popular "Flux capacitor charging."

April 13th, 2010, 02:21 PM	#13
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	__________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

April 13th, 2010, 07:13 PM	#14
Shano22 ninjette.org member Name: Shane Location: Pittsburgh Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Kawi Ninja 250, 2004 Honda CBR600 F4I, 1999 Yamaha TTR225(dirtbike) Posts: 103	I see it as my bikes way of farting. Everyone and every now and then your bike needs to pass some gas its just healthy. hahaha __________________________________________________ Sportbike riding, because activities like football, baseball, and basketball require only one ball.

April 13th, 2010, 07:41 PM	#15
Soujyu ninjette.org sage Name: W Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R (sold), 2012 Tuono V4R Posts: 512	Considering that I've named my bike Aria, it certainly sings, no matter if it's moving or not! (Some people aren't used to it, though.) __________________________________________________ 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250R - "Aria" (sold) 2012 Aprilia Tuono V4R - "Perrine" Proof that Harleys and Ninjettes are friendly with each other

April 13th, 2010, 08:16 PM	#16
bobguy ninjette.org member Name: steve Location: central virginia Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250 Posts: 64	i just like telling girls that my bike thinks they are hot whenever they ask what that whistle is lol...always gets a laugh...almost always. __________________________________________________ "An armed society is a polite society"

April 14th, 2010, 12:19 AM	#17
karlosdajackal ninjette.org guru Name: Karl Location: Ireland the Hawaii of Europe! Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R Fuel Injected Model 2009 Posts: 357	The bike has flatulence problems! Always venting gas loudly! I don't mind it, I mind having to explain to people what it is, does not really make Kawasaki seem like they pay much attention to detail, would a Honda or a BMW do this, don't think so. __________________________________________________ My vlogs on Youtube are here

April 14th, 2010, 01:34 AM	#18
lobsterback ninjette.org newbie Name: Paul Location: AKLD, New Zealand Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja Posts: 4	my 09 used to sing to me throughout the night (she was stolen from my front door, i mean fender literally touching it). 2010 doesnt seem to whistle, even though ive only done 100km on it

June 4th, 2010, 10:39 AM	#19
Jsick7x ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Normal Illinois Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250. 2008 Posts: 10	So I assume the whistling is not a problem or anything serious?

June 5th, 2010, 12:57 AM	#25
sofo ninjette.org guru Name: Andrew Location: Vancouver, BC Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 410	Mine did it in the downtown area of where I lived recently while I was in the right-hand lane. Some people on the side of the road appeared to notice and look. I looked back and said "excuse me".

June 5th, 2010, 09:09 AM	#27
TrueFader ninjette.org member Name: Chris Location: California Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: 129	my bike only does it when i'm not riding, so to me it sounds like she's crying because she's not being used.

August 8th, 2011, 11:32 AM	#28
Pete22x ninjette.org member Name: Pete Location: WV Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 SE GREEN 250 Posts: 37	haha, I thought it was just me that had this problem, glad I searched for it. Mine seems to hiss at an annoyingly high pitch though. Wish I could fix that. __________________________________________________ 7.24.11 - 09' Ninja 250R in SE Green. 1494 Miles. Currently, 1721 Miles

August 8th, 2011, 02:18 PM	#32
the big mike ninjette.org sage Name: Michael Location: Belgium Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, Fazer8 Posts: 580	When I bought her, she made the noise too. But lately I can only hear a silent blowing sound. Anyone knows how bring the sound back? __________________________________________________ I can not be a true player by playing around.

August 8th, 2011, 02:25 PM	#33
SpeedDemon ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Brampton Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 190	I was sitting about 30 feet from my bike talking to a fellow biker and some guy was looking at my bike and she started to sing, I told him he better back up a little bit thats just the warning alarm and if he cares to find out what the real alarm is like just give her a lil shake and see what happens....He took about 3 steps back and she stoped singing so it was perfect Lol __________________________________________________ Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly

August 8th, 2011, 02:26 PM	#34
the big mike ninjette.org sage Name: Michael Location: Belgium Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, Fazer8 Posts: 580	__________________________________________________ I can not be a true player by playing around.

August 8th, 2011, 02:33 PM	#35
2011Ninja250R ninjette.org guru Name: Brad Location: Centerville, OH Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R SE (Green) Previous bikes R1, Daytona 675, GSXR600, Pre-Gen 250R Posts: 330	I can't hear jack squat at 8,000 rpm+ thanks to Two Brothers Racing. __________________________________________________ '11 Green SE - 2 Bros Blk Series CF, Factory Pro Jet Kit, Spiegler Lines, ZG Windscreen, Pazzo Levers, CW Fender Elim, Custom LED Integrated Tail Light, Protons, OEM Seat Cowl & Ti ProBolts.

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