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Old August 15th, 2016, 01:10 PM   #1
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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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Old August 15th, 2016, 01:10 PM   #2
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Old August 15th, 2016, 01:14 PM   #3
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Old August 15th, 2016, 01:16 PM   #4
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Thanks guys!

It was definitely a nice find...the price was also very nice
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Old August 15th, 2016, 01:38 PM   #5
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Welcome, Ken. Congrats! Lots of good info and friendly folks on this forum.
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Old August 15th, 2016, 02:09 PM   #6
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Nice! Good looking bike.
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Old August 15th, 2016, 02:24 PM   #7
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Old August 15th, 2016, 02:34 PM   #8
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Old August 15th, 2016, 02:44 PM   #9
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Old August 15th, 2016, 06:31 PM   #10
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sweet ride! They are a special kind of bike!
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Old August 16th, 2016, 12:42 PM   #12
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Measly $2000 bucks.
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Old August 17th, 2016, 11:47 PM   #13
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