August 15th, 2016, 01:10 PM | #1 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: Ken
Location: California
Join Date: Aug 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R, 2016 BMW S1000RR Posts: 3
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Found A Gem - Only 286 Miles
Hello!
Recently picked up a 2012 Ninja 250R for the wife. The bike had 286 miles at the time and now about 310. She's doing well and learning steadily. I am loving the bike as well. there's something about the bike being so easy that is making me like it so much! Despite the low miles the bike was neglected. It was roughly stored (Spider Web, dust, etc.) and there is some fairing damage. The bike does not seem to have been dropped, just hit on the side fairing which isn't too bad. Overall once I gave it a full maintenance (oil change + Coolant flush) and a deep wash, all the parts shined again - tires, brake pads, etc....all are still in brand new condition. Hope to gain more knowledge about this bike as I want to keep this bike for long even after the wife is already over it. I've made a video documenting my experience in performing a couple maintenance items for a bike that has been sitting as well as a initial ride impression afterwards. Cleaning and Restoration Process https://youtu.be/klZiOae680k First Ride https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGhVfLB9gaY |
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August 15th, 2016, 01:10 PM | #2 |
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.
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August 15th, 2016, 01:14 PM | #3 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Tom
Location: Northern Virginia
Join Date: Jul 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250, 2019 Harley Ultra Classic, 2001 Suzuki SV650 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Jan '16
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Welcome.
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August 15th, 2016, 01:16 PM | #4 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: Ken
Location: California
Join Date: Aug 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R, 2016 BMW S1000RR Posts: 3
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Thanks guys!
It was definitely a nice find...the price was also very nice
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August 15th, 2016, 01:38 PM | #5 |
Participant
Name: Dave
Location: South of Seattle
Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much.
MOTM - Aug '15
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Welcome, Ken. Congrats! Lots of good info and friendly folks on this forum.
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August 15th, 2016, 02:09 PM | #6 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Kerry
Location: Ventura, CA
Join Date: Jan 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja650 Posts: A lot.
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Nice! Good looking bike.
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August 15th, 2016, 02:24 PM | #7 |
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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Hello and welcome.
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August 15th, 2016, 02:34 PM | #8 |
Certified looney toon
Name: Teri
Location: 39°52'40.7"N 118°23'53.8"W (Northern NV)
Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 102k+ miles -- 2014 CB500X, 42k+ miles Posts: A lot.
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neighbor!
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August 15th, 2016, 02:44 PM | #9 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: S
Location: CA/MA, usually
Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R, 2007 Ninja 650R, 2001 F650 Dakar Posts: A lot.
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Nice! Welcome aboard, Ken.
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August 15th, 2016, 06:31 PM | #10 |
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
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sweet ride! They are a special kind of bike!
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August 16th, 2016, 12:31 PM | #11 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Craig
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Join Date: Jul 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS, 2007 Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 210
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What'd you pay for it?
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August 16th, 2016, 12:42 PM | #12 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: Ken
Location: California
Join Date: Aug 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R, 2016 BMW S1000RR Posts: 3
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August 17th, 2016, 11:47 PM | #13 |
#squid
Name: nickypoo
Location: Five Guys
Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot.
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Awesome!
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August 19th, 2016, 04:35 PM | #14 |
sammich maker
Name: snot
Location: West Ohio - in the kitchen
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 white 300, 09 KLX 250 SF, 09 thunder blue 250(traded) Posts: A lot.
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