New member from Victoria, BC CANADA

The Jackal · February 16th, 2013, 01:36 PM

Hey guys! I figured I would post something and introduce myself!

I bought my first bike - a used 2009 Kawi Ninja 250r SE a few months ago. It came with an obnoxious MGP growler on it and although I had heard it was a great starter bike it came with all the problems of a lean-running machine.

So as partly through the recommendations on this site and my own tastes I have ordered a factory pro jet-kit and a set of Bridgestone BT-016's with 110/70 in the front and 150/60 in the rear. I will be removing the snorkel and and I am just about to order a Yoshi full exhaust (I'm going with Yoshi as it seems to be the best bang for my buck as far as costs/shipping to Canada etc.). I can't wait to get rid of this MGP and gain more power and responsiveness.

I work as a geologist in the interior of British Columbia in an isolated mineral exploration camp. I have lots of time to myself and when I'm not staring at rocks I naturally find myself here.

Just wanted to thank you guys for sharing your knowledge as it helps noobs like me discover what riding is all about.

Jack

CynicalC · February 16th, 2013, 02:06 PM

The Jackal! Glad to have you aboard...

xSean13 · February 16th, 2013, 02:11 PM

Hey jack, welcome!

How do the 150s fit on the bike, and how do you like them? I've been looking at getting some 150s but have read conflicting reviews.

Thanks!

csmith12 · February 16th, 2013, 03:01 PM

Welcome!

BlueHairSar · February 16th, 2013, 04:05 PM

!

Geology!? That's awesome.

Z300 · February 16th, 2013, 04:12 PM

Welcome

SMman · February 16th, 2013, 04:41 PM

Welcome aboard. I'm jealous of where you live. My wife and I stayed in Vancouver, Whistler, Nanaimo, and Victoria on our honeymoon and Victoria was out favorite. We're hoping for a tranfer to Vancouver Island in the future. You'll find lots of great info and members on this site. Enjoy

The Jackal · February 16th, 2013, 07:55 PM

Thanks to everyone for being so hospitable!

Quote:

Originally Posted by xSean13

Hey jack, welcome!

How do the 150s fit on the bike, and how do you like them? I've been looking at getting some 150s but have read conflicting reviews.

Thanks!

Hey Sean, to be honest man I'm waiting for them in the mail still. I am working out of town at the moment and am hoping to come back and get them installed as soon as I get back. Here are a couple links to check out if you haven't already. It seemed the BT battleax was the way to go so I read what I could and took the leap of faith!

http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options

http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/vbforum...on-a-Ninja-250

Good luck!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SMman

Welcome aboard. I'm jealous of where you live. My wife and I stayed in Vancouver, Whistler, Nanaimo, and Victoria on our honeymoon and Victoria was out favorite. We're hoping for a tranfer to Vancouver Island in the future. You'll find lots of great info and members on this site. Enjoy

Thanks Chad! I hope you get that transfer!

xSean13 · February 17th, 2013, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Jackal

Thanks to everyone for being so hospitable!

Hey Sean, to be honest man I'm waiting for them in the mail still. I am working out of town at the moment and am hoping to come back and get them installed as soon as I get back. Here are a couple links to check out if you haven't already. It seemed the BT battleax was the way to go so I read what I could and took the leap of faith!

http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/New_gen_tire_options

http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/vbforum...on-a-Ninja-250

Good luck!

Yeah, I was looking at the bt-023s instead of the 16s. Well, be sure to make a thread when you put them on! Good luck to yourself.

Blystr842 · February 17th, 2013, 11:22 AM

Welcome! Keep us posted on how your bike turns out!

EternalNewb · February 17th, 2013, 11:30 AM

Welcome aboard!

Snake · February 17th, 2013, 09:55 PM

Hello and welcome.

KJohnson21 · February 19th, 2013, 10:29 PM

YamiLionheart · February 28th, 2013, 08:53 AM

Welcome

This is a great place to kill some spare time on. I do it a bit too much...

Good luck with your modifications!

February 16th, 2013, 01:36 PM	#1
The Jackal N00basaurus Name: Jack Location: Victoria, BC - CANADA Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r SE Posts: 8	New member from Victoria, BC CANADA Hey guys! I figured I would post something and introduce myself! I bought my first bike - a used 2009 Kawi Ninja 250r SE a few months ago. It came with an obnoxious MGP growler on it and although I had heard it was a great starter bike it came with all the problems of a lean-running machine. So as partly through the recommendations on this site and my own tastes I have ordered a factory pro jet-kit and a set of Bridgestone BT-016's with 110/70 in the front and 150/60 in the rear. I will be removing the snorkel and and I am just about to order a Yoshi full exhaust (I'm going with Yoshi as it seems to be the best bang for my buck as far as costs/shipping to Canada etc.). I can't wait to get rid of this MGP and gain more power and responsiveness. I work as a geologist in the interior of British Columbia in an isolated mineral exploration camp. I have lots of time to myself and when I'm not staring at rocks I naturally find myself here. Just wanted to thank you guys for sharing your knowledge as it helps noobs like me discover what riding is all about. Jack

February 16th, 2013, 02:06 PM	#2
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February 16th, 2013, 03:01 PM	#4
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February 16th, 2013, 04:05 PM	#5
BlueHairSar ninjette.org sage Name: Sarah Location: NYC Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): Silver 2005 Ninja 250 - Available for free mustache rides. Posts: 842	! Geology!? That's awesome. __________________________________________________ https://www.facebook.com/BlueShootsYou \| http://blueshootsyou.com

February 16th, 2013, 04:41 PM	#7
SMman ninjette.org guru Name: Danger Location: Canada Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 15 CBR300R, 14 BWS50, 09 FZ1, 09 Ninja 250, 06 CRF450R Motard, 03 ZX-6R Posts: 422	Welcome aboard. I'm jealous of where you live. My wife and I stayed in Vancouver, Whistler, Nanaimo, and Victoria on our honeymoon and Victoria was out favorite. We're hoping for a tranfer to Vancouver Island in the future. You'll find lots of great info and members on this site. Enjoy __________________________________________________ 15 CBR300R, 14 BWS50, 09 FZ1, 09 Ninja 250, 06 CRF450R Motard, 03 ZX-6R 636

February 16th, 2013, 02:11 PM	#3
xSean13 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Middle TN Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r (sold) / '03 CBR 600RR Posts: A lot.	Hey jack, welcome! How do the 150s fit on the bike, and how do you like them? I've been looking at getting some 150s but have read conflicting reviews. Thanks!

February 16th, 2013, 04:12 PM	#6
Z300 Ninja noobie Name: NOOBIE Location: Sydney Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250r Posts: 498	Welcome

February 17th, 2013, 11:22 AM	#10
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February 17th, 2013, 11:30 AM	#11
EternalNewb 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.	Welcome aboard!

February 17th, 2013, 09:55 PM	#12
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	Hello and welcome.

February 19th, 2013, 10:29 PM	#13
KJohnson21 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ken Location: Indio, CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Kawasaki EX250 "Yoshi", '99 Kawasaki Concours "Grace", '06 Concours "Belle", '06 Yamaha YZF600R "Slick" Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 3	__________________________________________________ < ATGATT > Sweat you can wipe off, Road rash you can't. HEY!! Unregistered!! Does your bike have a name?

February 28th, 2013, 08:53 AM	#14
YamiLionheart ninjette.org member Name: Mike Location: Eastern LI, NY Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 166	Welcome This is a great place to kill some spare time on. I do it a bit too much... Good luck with your modifications!

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