Jumping ship in 2015 - Yamaha R25/R3 - Page 3

Whiskey · November 24th, 2013, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Really,.. this is the big selling point for you guys? sheesh

Fairly limited range for thinner wheels, a 150 means that it'll have a wider range of tyres than the 250

BT23's
Pilot Road III
ect. for the twisty back roads

Diablo Rosso Corsa for caning it at the track.

sharky nrk · November 25th, 2013, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Really,.. this is the big selling point for you guys? sheesh

No, Michelin DOT race tire, like a Power One or Power Cup. That could be a good or big deal for those of us that like to throw a bike down the track.

And I didn't close enough at the tire lol

tubarney · November 26th, 2013, 11:50 PM

Need I say anymore.

Chefdota · November 27th, 2013, 01:47 AM

yes tell me that's coming to California pls!!!

Boosted139 · November 27th, 2013, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tubarney

Need I say anymore.

Yeah but that 8k+ price tag is slightly off putting.

Trailerboy531 · November 27th, 2013, 10:22 AM

Jesus. That's a lot of money for a fun little wheelie machine. One could get a lightly used 600 for that.

ninjamunky85 · November 27th, 2013, 10:29 AM

Yep, which is why I don't see the RC390 being successful in the U.S. Premium parts means premium cost, doesn't matter what the cc's are.

Nemesis · November 27th, 2013, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Yep, which is why I don't see the RC390 being successful in the U.S. Premium parts means premium cost, doesn't matter what the cc's are.

Yup

greg737 · November 27th, 2013, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Yep, which is why I don't see the RC390 being successful in the U.S. Premium parts means premium cost, doesn't matter what the cc's are.

And to Americans CCs definitely matter (in case you haven't heard, bigger is always better).

Nemesis · November 27th, 2013, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greg737

And to Americans CCs definitely matter (in case you haven't heard, bigger is always better).

Eh...it's all relative.

I'm more of a "best bang for your buck" kinda guy.

ninjamunky85 · November 27th, 2013, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nemesis

Eh...it's all relative.

I'm more of a "best bang for your buck" kinda guy.

So then why wouldn't you pay a little more for a 600 over the 390?

greg737 · November 27th, 2013, 11:05 AM

Quote:

I'm more of a "best bang for your buck" kinda guy.

Economists point out that this approach leads to mediocre end results. For the human psyche having no "skin in the game" always results in reduced satisfaction. There comes a point in the process where you have to get off that train and make a personal-value decision (and getting all ironic and declaring that your personal-value decision is to continue on the "best bang for the buck" path isn't an option).

Boosted139 · November 27th, 2013, 11:10 AM

Given the price I'm still borderline. Maybe try to pick up a used one next fall/winter.

I rarely track the 250 anymore because honestly it's just depressing being blown off by bigger bikes (but then oh so satisfying to pass them in the corners). Also if I see 1 other small displacement bike on the track I'm lucky. And the fact some track orgs here seem to have a personal vendetta against 250s, wouldn't let me bump up a group (was told no small bikes like a 250 allowed in advanced group even after multiple coaches said I should be there), but then yell at me when I make semi-aggressive passes when someone parks it in front of me.

The 390 could be a nice little niche between the 250 and my 600... maybe.

Nemesis · November 27th, 2013, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

So then why wouldn't you pay a little more for a 600 over the 390?

Cuz...

1) I already have a 600

&

2) aftermarket parts or even OEM parts for the fact of the matter will be expensive for the RC390. <--not best bang for the buck!

dino74 · November 27th, 2013, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greg737

Economists point out that this approach leads to mediocre end results. For the human psyche having no "skin in the game" always results in reduced satisfaction. There comes a point in the process where you have to get off that train and make a personal-value decision (and getting all ironic and declaring that your personal-value decision is to continue on the "best bang for the buck" path isn't an option).

I'm confused by this statement

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boosted139

The 390 could be a nice little niche between the 250 and my 600... maybe.

Depends, I wouldn't get the 390 for the track because replacement parts are going to cost $$$.

greg737 · November 27th, 2013, 11:34 AM

Quote:

I'm confused by this statement

might be one of those things "ya just cain't fix"

Boosted139 · November 27th, 2013, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dino74

Depends, I wouldn't get the 390 for the track because replacement parts are going to cost $$$.

The only thing that kind of worries/bothers me is the 1 piece frame/subframe. I already track a Triumph and deal with the annoyances/premiums of that, but no regrets

dino74 · November 27th, 2013, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boosted139

The only thing that kind of worries/bothers me is the 1 piece frame/subframe. I already track a Triumph and deal with the annoyances/premiums of that, but no regrets

I see what you're saying. Honestly I don't plan on crashing at a trackday because its a trackday. Its been 2.5 years

since I crashed at a TD. Racing on the other hand, you can plan on crashing.... Its only been 1.5 months since my last race crash

allanoue · November 27th, 2013, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greg737

might be one of those things "ya just cain't fix"

How about naming one of those "Economists"
please

Carl, Joseph, Mo?

Nemesis · November 27th, 2013, 11:48 AM

Oh, hey let's not forget about the Triumph 250.

http://rideapart.com/2013/11/leaked-...h-daytona-250/

Oh how I love that we're not just limited to the Ninja/CBR (hopefully).

greg737 · November 27th, 2013, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allanoue

How about naming one of those "Economists"
please

Carl, Joseph, Mo?

not my job, go get your own bachelors degree in business.

allanoue · November 27th, 2013, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greg737

not my job, go get your own bachelors degree in business.

You made a statement and you back it it up with methane gas.

dino74 · November 27th, 2013, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allanoue

You made a statement and you back it it up with methane gas.

LOL!

c-dog · November 27th, 2013, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boosted139

Yeah but that 8k+ price tag is slightly off putting.

8k+!!! Yikes!

I now know for certain I won't be getting one of these. I was looking for a small bike as a second bike, but not at that price. This reminds me of a tiny Ducati, complete with expensive parts. But I guess "you gotta pay to play".

I like premium high quality stuff, but this is a little over the top for the performance to me. For instance - I got my brand new 600 - an old stock 2011 ZX6R early this year for about the same price as this.

*but it's still hot as hell and I would love to own one*

CThunder-blue · November 27th, 2013, 02:46 PM

Anyone notice the Brembo radial MC and levers?

dino74 · November 27th, 2013, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CThunder-blue

Anyone notice the Brembo radial MC and levers?

Are you sure? The MC looks axial.

old3 · November 27th, 2013, 03:27 PM

The KTM will undoubtedly have a rider experience unlike anything else currently available that is street legal. Comparing it to a used 600 is not the point. I can find a used 1000 for less than I paid for my 300. So what? I wanted the flickability of my super moto bikes in a 2 up capable machine, and I wanted it as a new vehicle. According to the math, nobody should ever buy a new bike cause there is something used at the same or lower price.

Sorry, not how I see it. I wanted flickability, light feel and the ninja 300 was as close as I could get. I dumped about $6500 into the damn thing at this point to make it better, and I still have spindly fork tubes.

The KTM looks like a bargain to me.

CThunder-blue · November 27th, 2013, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dino74

Are you sure? The MC looks axial.

As far as I know, Brembo does not make an aftermarket front sport bike axial MC. The one on the bike looks like an RCS, which is a radial MC.

CC Cowboy · November 27th, 2013, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greg737

And to Americans CCs definitely matter (in case you haven't heard, bigger is always better).

Your damn straight!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nemesis

Eh...it's a relative.

I'm more of a "best bang for your buck" kinda guy.

Get a good hooker!

Quote:

Originally Posted by dino74

I'm confused by this statement

Me too!

mgentz · November 27th, 2013, 05:03 PM

The ktm mc is axial, the front caliper is radial.

Sykes92 · January 22nd, 2014, 06:23 PM

Courtesy of ninjette newsbot for bringing it my attention.
So according to: http://blog.motorcycle.com/2014/01/2...-trademark-us/

The "R25" is getting a bit of an upgrade.

Might definitely have to jump ship if this is actually a thing! Any news or specs will probably roll out at the end of the year. Which is alright with me haha, I'll have a year on my belt and can decide if I want to bump it up to some new tech.

mgentz · January 22nd, 2014, 06:42 PM

I still like the katoom but the yammi will be sweet

TnNinjaGirl · January 22nd, 2014, 06:43 PM

Sexy beast!! If it really is an r3 it might be what we were all waiting for!

Brian · January 22nd, 2014, 06:46 PM

I would love to see how this thing stacks up next to a kawi 250 or if it's faster than a 300. Looks aren't everything.

allanoue · January 22nd, 2014, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sykes92

Courtesy of ninjette newsbot for bringing it my attention.
So according to: http://blog.motorcycle.com/2014/01/2...-trademark-us/

The "R25" is getting a bit of an upgrade.

Might definitely have to jump ship if this is actually a thing! Any news or specs will probably roll out at the end of the year. Which is alright with me haha, I'll have a year on my belt and can decide if I want to bump it up to some new tech.

not really jumping ship with that

fishdip · January 22nd, 2014, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boosted139

Yeah but that 8k+ price tag is slightly off putting.

Have they not made this for the usa yet?

TnNinjaGirl · January 22nd, 2014, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishdip

Have they not made this for the usa yet?

No Jim, it's not available in the US yet.

fishdip · January 22nd, 2014, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

No Jim, it's not available in the US yet.

Well now

Sykes92 · January 22nd, 2014, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allanoue

not really jumping ship with that

It would be betraying my kawasaki

.

JohnnyBravo · January 22nd, 2014, 07:31 PM

I love my 300... There are many like it, but this ones mine!!!
I'm staying on my green ship!

November 27th, 2013, 10:22 AM	#86
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	Jesus. That's a lot of money for a fun little wheelie machine. One could get a lightly used 600 for that. __________________________________________________ CVMA #531
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

November 27th, 2013, 10:29 AM	#87
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	Yep, which is why I don't see the RC390 being successful in the U.S. Premium parts means premium cost, doesn't matter what the cc's are. __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

November 27th, 2013, 11:48 AM	#100
Nemesis CVMA #74 WSMC #750 Name: Nemesis Location: On the track Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): All of them Posts: A lot.	Oh, hey let's not forget about the Triumph 250. http://rideapart.com/2013/11/leaked-...h-daytona-250/ Oh how I love that we're not just limited to the Ninja/CBR (hopefully). __________________________________________________

November 27th, 2013, 02:46 PM	#105
CThunder-blue ModMy250.com Name: Tri Location: St, Louis Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R, 2005 R6 Posts: A lot.	Anyone notice the Brembo radial MC and levers? __________________________________________________ The www.ModMy250.com guy
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

November 27th, 2013, 03:27 PM	#107
old3 ninjette.org sage Name: Jim Location: NJ Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 300, KTM EXC610SMR Posts: 913	The KTM will undoubtedly have a rider experience unlike anything else currently available that is street legal. Comparing it to a used 600 is not the point. I can find a used 1000 for less than I paid for my 300. So what? I wanted the flickability of my super moto bikes in a 2 up capable machine, and I wanted it as a new vehicle. According to the math, nobody should ever buy a new bike cause there is something used at the same or lower price. Sorry, not how I see it. I wanted flickability, light feel and the ninja 300 was as close as I could get. I dumped about $6500 into the damn thing at this point to make it better, and I still have spindly fork tubes. The KTM looks like a bargain to me.
	2 out of 2 members found this post helpful.

November 26th, 2013, 11:50 PM	#83
tubarney ninjette.org sage Name: Brad Location: Sydney Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r 2010 SE Posts: 573	Need I say anymore.

November 27th, 2013, 01:47 AM	#84
Chefdota ninjette.org member Name: kevin Location: rancho, cali Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r Posts: 27	yes tell me that's coming to California pls!!!

November 27th, 2013, 11:10 AM	#93
Boosted139 ninjette.org guru Name: Justin Location: Central NJ Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, 2009 Triumph Daytona 675 Posts: 334	Given the price I'm still borderline. Maybe try to pick up a used one next fall/winter. I rarely track the 250 anymore because honestly it's just depressing being blown off by bigger bikes (but then oh so satisfying to pass them in the corners). Also if I see 1 other small displacement bike on the track I'm lucky. And the fact some track orgs here seem to have a personal vendetta against 250s, wouldn't let me bump up a group (was told no small bikes like a 250 allowed in advanced group even after multiple coaches said I should be there), but then yell at me when I make semi-aggressive passes when someone parks it in front of me. The 390 could be a nice little niche between the 250 and my 600... maybe.

November 27th, 2013, 05:03 PM	#110
mgentz Board Member Name: ... Location: WI Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250R (street), 250R (dirt) Posts: A lot.	The ktm mc is axial, the front caliper is radial.

January 22nd, 2014, 06:23 PM	#111
Sykes92 Jedi on Two Wheels Name: Cameron Location: Kent Island Join Date: Nov 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r (Slightly Modded) Posts: 489	Courtesy of ninjette newsbot for bringing it my attention. So according to: http://blog.motorcycle.com/2014/01/2...-trademark-us/ The "R25" is getting a bit of an upgrade. Might definitely have to jump ship if this is actually a thing! Any news or specs will probably roll out at the end of the year. Which is alright with me haha, I'll have a year on my belt and can decide if I want to bump it up to some new tech. __________________________________________________ *May the force be with you and keep your rubber side down.*

January 22nd, 2014, 06:42 PM	#112
mgentz Board Member Name: ... Location: WI Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250R (street), 250R (dirt) Posts: A lot.	I still like the katoom but the yammi will be sweet

January 22nd, 2014, 06:43 PM	#113
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	Sexy beast!! If it really is an r3 it might be what we were all waiting for!

January 22nd, 2014, 06:46 PM	#114
Brian ninjette.org sage Name: Brian Location: Boston MA Join Date: Nov 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 250R Posts: 639	I would love to see how this thing stacks up next to a kawi 250 or if it's faster than a 300. Looks aren't everything.

January 22nd, 2014, 07:31 PM	#120
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	I love my 300... There are many like it, but this ones mine!!! I'm staying on my green ship! __________________________________________________
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
[visordown.com] - Yamaha R25 reaches almost 110mph	Ninjette Newsbot	Motorcycling News	0	June 20th, 2014 06:50 AM
[motorcycle.com] - 2015 Yamaha YZF-R25 Revealed for Indonesian Market	Ninjette Newsbot	Motorcycling News	0	May 20th, 2014 08:40 AM
[visordown.com] - Yamaha R25 spied	Ninjette Newsbot	Motorcycling News	0	April 28th, 2014 06:30 AM
[motorcyclistonline] - Concept: Yamaha R25 \| Up To Speed	Ninjette Newsbot	Motorcycling News	0	March 4th, 2014 11:00 PM
[visordown.com] - Yamaha R25 revealed at last	Ninjette Newsbot	Motorcycling News	0	November 20th, 2013 02:20 AM