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March 22nd, 2010, 01:24 AM
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ninjette.org sage
Name: Dre
Location: DMV
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622
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David has a big brother!
The stork brought in a new family member, a green 08 ZX6. I named him Bruce. (The 250 is named David. See the connection?) The deal was too good to pass up, especially for a new bike from the dealer. The "Sugar Momma" made a good choice in getting this for me. Her intentions were quite obvious. She wanted something that could handle her on sitting on the back.
 I still have the 250. I couldn't give him up. But, he will be going to a very close family member in the next month or so. If she is able to ride comfortably, without aggravating her bad back and muscle spasms, the 250 is hers. We shall see... After riding the ZX6 for almost 500 miles, I have to say that I'm not too sure about it yet. The seat is hard as a rock. Absolutely abysmal!!!! My rear felt like it was about to fall off. And, it's tough getting used to the aggressive handlebar position. I have 2 bad shoulders and slight carpel tunnel. I never realized how comfortable the 250 is. It's literally night and day between the two. I sat on the ZX several times at the dealer, and I didn't feel uncomfortable at all. I guess it's a different ball game when you are on the road and riding for an hour plus. I'm going to give it another week. If it continues to kill my wrists and my tail bone, I will be trading it for a 650. Other than those two things, the bike is great. It's taller than the 250, which means my feet aren't quite flat while sitting. I was told to shave down the seat and it will be fine. I met a zx-10 rider who did that and he has no problems reaching the ground, and he is 5' 2". That just amazed me. Instead of just shaving the seat, I'm going to go a bit further by replacing the foam entirely. I'll try that before I start talking to Corbin. I'm keeping it stock, except for the frame sliders and rear spools. No reason to make any other changes. He is just fine. I will give another report when the break-in period is done. |
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March 22nd, 2010, 03:44 AM
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Fighting Texas Aggie '05
Name: Neil
Location: Hutto, TX
Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '07 ZX6R, '08 Versys, '09 250R Track, '93 F2/F3 Track Posts: A lot.
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The are night and day as far as rider geometry, and the seat does suck. But I love mine so give her some time to win you over.
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March 22nd, 2010, 05:11 AM
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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
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Congatulations on the new bike.
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March 22nd, 2010, 04:13 PM
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Fastly Slow!!!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kent, WA
Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Kawasaki Ninja EX250, 1980 Honda XL125 Posts: 467
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Congrats! I love the looks of the ZX6.
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March 22nd, 2010, 04:38 PM
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Fighting Texas Aggie '08
Name: Mitchell
Location: Allen, Tx
Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r (Race), 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 (Track), 2005 Ducati Monster 620 (Street) Posts: 541
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congrats
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March 22nd, 2010, 08:29 PM
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ninjette.org guru
Name: mike
Location: tucson az
Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250r Posts: 371
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nice
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08 250R: sportisi VR full exhaust, Dynojet, custom seat, kleen air rmvd, rim tape, grips, fender chop,zg db windscreen,k&n air filter,15t front sprocket,sportisi-usa clipons,solo seat cowl
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March 22nd, 2010, 08:31 PM
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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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HOW IS THE POWAAHHHH ?
Seriously, very nice bike, but yeah if its uncomfortable you should really consider something else.
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March 22nd, 2010, 11:37 PM
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ninjette.org sage
Name: Dre
Location: DMV
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622
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4,000 RPM is such a tease. 6th gear on the highway at that RPM is a tad over 50 mph. I had to go slightly pass that a couple of times because of tractor trailers being on my rear. And believe me when I say I babied the heck out of it. Can't wait to get the oil changed this week!I hear you. The last thing I want to do is not enjoy riding. But, I want to give it some time before I make a change. I've already talked to the dealer, and we have something worked out if my body continues to dislike the bike. Hopefully, things will be ok. |
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April 5th, 2010, 09:03 PM
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ninjette.org sage
Name: Dre
Location: DMV
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622
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So... After a couple of weeks with the ZX6, I have to say that "I LOVE IT!!!!" I've already put 1300 miles on it, which I figured I would since I ride every where.
The handling is great. It's definitely not as nimble as the 250 when just cruising, but still adequate. The highway (actually the track) was meant for the ZX. It feels extremely planted. And the wind seems to be less of an issue compared to the 250. I'm guessing this is because of the weight of the bike, not it's ability to cut through the wind. The POWAH is ridiculous. Going from 35 to 55 is insane. It took some time to get acclimated to the power difference. I really had to pay attention to how much I twisted the throttle. It's so easy to get in trouble with this thing. The seating position on the ZX is much better now. It took some time to get used to it. What's funny (at least to me) is that riding the 250 feels so different now. I never realized how straight up the seating position is. It is literally night and day compared to a true sports bike. Even highway riding feels different when tucked. Overall, I'm very happy with the bike, EXCEPT (there is always one thing) for the seat. It is awful. Every person that I've met with the same bike says so. I really wish I would have known beforehand. But, oh well... I'm preparing to change the foam this week with memory foam and gel pads. That should be fun. I'm trying not to neglect the 250. It's difficult though when you have a new toy. I still say that the 250 is a better bike all around. I had an argument with someone about this very topic. All he kept saying was that it didn't have enough power. I guess if you have never had the opportunity to ride it, you will know how great it is. It's really a shame... Anyways, since the 250 isn't going anywhere, I will still be on the forums. Even if I didn't have the 250, I would still keep coming here. This is such a great community. I just couldn't give that up. Here is a pic with the the 2 brothers. Trying to do some maintenance on both of them. By the way, I saw a blue 08 250 in DC coming down Brentwood road. I wonder if that person is on the forums? I'm starting to see 250s everywhere. |
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April 5th, 2010, 09:07 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.
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Enjoy, Andre.
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April 17th, 2010, 08:09 AM
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ninjette.org member
Name: shellneil
Location: myrtle beach,sc
Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1999 kawasaki ninja zx6r Posts: 56
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ive recently got a 99 zx6r..you are right they are night and day..it is more heavy and seating is different...my tip toes touch the ground...but i have a corbin seat so my butt feels good
but still getting used to the power as i got it about week ago,,,,def taking it easy!
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April 17th, 2010, 09:48 PM
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ninjette.org sage
Name: Dre
Location: DMV
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622
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