Good deal?? Advice needed on 2nd bike.

Orleanne · April 10th, 2013, 04:19 AM

Ok after 7-8 months or so and 9000miles of riding my little CBR125R, it's time to get something a bit bigger

Sad times

I love my little CBR, have ridden her all winter here in the UK despite my nice car sat on the driveway with its air conditioning and heated seats... 2 Wheels > 4 wheels.

So anyway...... Ninja250's here in UK seem to hold their price remarkably well.

Am looking at this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-KAWAS...#ht_438wt_1255

It's actually owned by the sister of the mechanic at my local garage I use for my bike. So one would 'assume' it's been well looked after. Body work she is more or less stunning, with just a little bit of wear and tear (mild rust?) around the... oh wtf would you call it on a bike... Centre, dash bit ?

But I dont see that as an issue really..... Get on well with Garage owner and he'd through MOT and the first service in as a freebie.

So what do you think, yay or nay ?

Gotta say I really like the little Ninja 250, though I am still drawn to a couple of other bikes as well. each having plus's, and minus's.

The Little Ninja - Cheap! Gorgeous, and if well looked after should live for many many miles to come..

CBR250R - even a second hand one with low mileage is going to be £1000 more, £2000 for a new one. More mpg, nice looking... but I have to say I prefer the Ninja.

ER6F (ninja 650 to you americans) - I love it

but less mpg than all of the others, a new 2012 (remaining stock) model is going to set me back £5000 though.

bike will be used for work + fun, normally clock up about 1k miles a month so would prefer a bike with a bit of engine life to it. Now this is a ninja forum so I dont expect ANYONE to big up the honda

But what would you guys suggest. Is the Ninja linked a good deal, or should I just compensate for my clearly tiny weener and get the bigger Er6

Cheers

p.s. I love lurking these forums from work

sLick415 · April 10th, 2013, 10:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orleanne

Body work she is more or less stunning, with just a little bit of wear and tear

Oh, were still talkin about the bike here. Right.

Here in my area, one of those can go for about £1900 assuming it runs great. However, I just don't know what the market for the 250 is like over there. Otherwise, that's a great looking bike!

And in picture 4, what is that that's bolted on with the chain guard?

Jiggles · April 10th, 2013, 10:29 AM

Why would anyone need a second bike?

Alex · April 10th, 2013, 10:31 AM

csmith12 · April 10th, 2013, 10:36 AM

My gut tells me.... just because the sister of a mechanic owns the bike, it doesn't mean that maintenance was taken care of properly.

Purchase price is a one time factor, would cost of ownership and operation change your mind? The 600 is going to be more costly over time.

The only thing that worries me about the honda is, it's a new player. Longevity still needs to be proven. I have no issue with honda, normally their stuff is solid.

JohnnyBravo · April 10th, 2013, 11:16 AM

2013 ninja 300... Less than a 650, better than a 250

dave42 · April 10th, 2013, 11:25 AM

Personally I'd go for the ER6N but that's probably because those are rare here.

alex.s · April 10th, 2013, 11:43 AM

er6f/er6n is a much more sensible naming convention.

SteveL · April 10th, 2013, 11:50 AM

The ER6F would be my choice for 1000 miles a month commuting more comfort than the 250R and it has ABS.

Steve

felo · April 10th, 2013, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

Why would anyone need a second bike?

says the guy that have like 4 bikes

Jiggles · April 10th, 2013, 12:57 PM

The only thing a second bike is good for is for when you get a third bike that third bike is not the second bike. Otherwise, completely pointless

massacremasses · April 10th, 2013, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

The only thing a second bike is good for is for when you get a third bike that third bike is not the second bike. Otherwise, completely pointless

Get a bike so you can ride your bike, while riding your bike. word.

Also I thought he said he wanted to upgrade from a 250 to a 250.. lol then I saw it was a 125.. haha that makes more sense.

Orleanne · April 15th, 2013, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyBravo

2013 ninja 300... Less than a 650, better than a 250

Sadly, false. which is why I shall not be buying one

A 'new' but 2012 model ER6F is £5400 at local dealers atm.. Ninja 300 with abs, £5200. Conclusion, 'Do not want

'

And no guys it will be an upgrade from a 125. Think i'l pass on the Ninja and keep my out for some better offers. There's a few ninja 250's for sale atm, may go and have a look at a few more.

Orleanne

WesleySnipes · April 16th, 2013, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

My gut tells me.... just because the sister of a mechanic owns the bike, it doesn't mean that maintenance was taken care of properly.

Purchase price is a one time factor, would cost of ownership and operation change your mind? The 600 is going to be more costly over time.

The only thing that worries me about the honda is, it's a new player. Longevity still needs to be proven. I have no issue with honda, normally their stuff is solid.

I agree to this. I'm a "mechanic" my sister likes to not listen to me when I tell her she needs to do such and such repairs like brakes...which I will do for her for free...she is just lazy.

April 10th, 2013, 04:19 AM	#1
Orleanne ninjette.org newbie Name: Mark Location: Norfolk UK Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): None :/ Posts: 6	Good deal?? Advice needed on 2nd bike. Ok after 7-8 months or so and 9000miles of riding my little CBR125R, it's time to get something a bit bigger Sad times I love my little CBR, have ridden her all winter here in the UK despite my nice car sat on the driveway with its air conditioning and heated seats... 2 Wheels > 4 wheels. So anyway...... Ninja250's here in UK seem to hold their price remarkably well. Am looking at this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-KAWAS...#ht_438wt_1255 It's actually owned by the sister of the mechanic at my local garage I use for my bike. So one would 'assume' it's been well looked after. Body work she is more or less stunning, with just a little bit of wear and tear (mild rust?) around the... oh wtf would you call it on a bike... Centre, dash bit ? But I dont see that as an issue really..... Get on well with Garage owner and he'd through MOT and the first service in as a freebie. So what do you think, yay or nay ? Gotta say I really like the little Ninja 250, though I am still drawn to a couple of other bikes as well. each having plus's, and minus's. The Little Ninja - Cheap! Gorgeous, and if well looked after should live for many many miles to come.. CBR250R - even a second hand one with low mileage is going to be £1000 more, £2000 for a new one. More mpg, nice looking... but I have to say I prefer the Ninja. ER6F (ninja 650 to you americans) - I love it but less mpg than all of the others, a new 2012 (remaining stock) model is going to set me back £5000 though. bike will be used for work + fun, normally clock up about 1k miles a month so would prefer a bike with a bit of engine life to it. Now this is a ninja forum so I dont expect ANYONE to big up the honda But what would you guys suggest. Is the Ninja linked a good deal, or should I just compensate for my clearly tiny weener and get the bigger Er6 Cheers p.s. I love lurking these forums from work

April 10th, 2013, 10:29 AM	#3
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Why would anyone need a second bike? __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 10th, 2013, 10:31 AM	#4
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	__________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

April 10th, 2013, 10:36 AM	#5
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	My gut tells me.... just because the sister of a mechanic owns the bike, it doesn't mean that maintenance was taken care of properly. Purchase price is a one time factor, would cost of ownership and operation change your mind? The 600 is going to be more costly over time. The only thing that worries me about the honda is, it's a new player. Longevity still needs to be proven. I have no issue with honda, normally their stuff is solid. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

April 10th, 2013, 11:16 AM	#6
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	2013 ninja 300... Less than a 650, better than a 250
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April 10th, 2013, 11:25 AM	#7
dave42 ninjette.org guru Name: dave Location: Pasadena Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250, ZX6r, RSV4, Caponord Rally Posts: 267	Personally I'd go for the ER6N but that's probably because those are rare here.

April 10th, 2013, 11:43 AM	#8
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	er6f/er6n is a much more sensible naming convention. __________________________________________________

April 10th, 2013, 11:50 AM	#9
SteveL old git Name: Steve Location: Geneve Switzerland Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): BMW K1300S Posts: 479	The ER6F would be my choice for 1000 miles a month commuting more comfort than the 250R and it has ABS. Steve __________________________________________________ Some mistakes are too much fun to make only once.

April 10th, 2013, 12:57 PM	#11
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	The only thing a second bike is good for is for when you get a third bike that third bike is not the second bike. Otherwise, completely pointless __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

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