Color swap?

subxero · September 17th, 2013, 11:32 AM

My buddy is looking at buying a bike. He is looking at a slightly used 250 his only aversion is that it is 09 green color scheme. I kind of like the green colors schemes and mentioned that if the plastics and tank are in similar condition to my bikes that maybe we could do a swap.

IDK seems like it could be a fun idea to get a little change, no?

I mean I like my black SE but it's not like it makes me wet or anything ya know?

thoughts anyone?

NevadaWolf · September 17th, 2013, 11:38 AM

Same gen, same parts. Go for it.

If I had the pieces lying around, i'd love to swap between my candy lime green to the rich deep blue (Thunder blue?) color. In pictures I wasn't overwhelmed, but then I ended up with one of the cowls and felt it a sin to have sanded it down to repaint it. Love that color.

Panda · September 17th, 2013, 11:55 AM

It's a good idea if you want to get a slower bike. Green bikes do 0-60 in roughly 7 minutes and 29 seconds. Downhill. With a tailwind.

subxero · September 17th, 2013, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Panda

It's a good idea if you want to get a slower bike. Green bikes do 0-60 in roughly 7 minutes and 29 seconds. Downhill. With a tailwind.

I didn't take that into consideration, but thinking if I put enough stickers on it I can make up the power difference

broken neck · September 17th, 2013, 12:17 PM

What would happen if one of you "have to lay it down"?

Better clarifiy those thing before swapping anything...

Otherwise, if you want to tackle the hassle to change color, why not...

Even simpler, swap the whole bike... I know yours is a 2012, but beside that, they're identical...

MR2Aaron · September 17th, 2013, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by broken neck

What would happen if one of you "have to lay it down"?

Why would this matter? If you crash, you get replacement parts and fix it.

subxero · September 17th, 2013, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by broken neck

What would happen if one of you "have to lay it down"?

Better clarifiy those thing before swapping anything...

Otherwise, if you want to tackle the hassle to change color, why not...

Even simpler, swap the whole bike... I know yours is a 2012, but beside that, they're identical...

I think the rules are simply understood, it's in the unwritten man code book.

Plus it could be a permanent switch, no going back.

and as far as swapping bikes it is reasonable thought but mods make them non identical

rasta · September 17th, 2013, 12:51 PM

You should only swap one side of the fairings. It's like having 2 bikes!!

NevadaWolf · September 17th, 2013, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by rasta

You should only swap one side of the fairings. It's like having 2 bikes!!

Then what? Paint half the tank, the front cowling, and front fender with a funky blend design down the middle? And a license plate HARVEY?

MR2Aaron · September 17th, 2013, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

Then what? Paint half the tank, the front cowling, and front fender with a funky blend design down the middle? And a license plate HARVEY?

Um... Yes!

rasta · September 17th, 2013, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

Then what? Paint half the tank, the front cowling, and front fender with a funky blend design down the middle? And a license plate HARVEY?

Lol I hadn't considered that far into it. But yes, that's a terrific idea

broken neck · September 17th, 2013, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by subxero

I think the rules are simply understood, it's in the unwritten man code book.

Plus it could be a permanent switch, no going back.

and as far as swapping bikes it is reasonable thought but mods make them non identical

Sometime, understood is not enough... Dont' know you or your friend, but better be clear if it's more of a loan than a permanent thing... Could lead to rude awakening in some case...

And, didn't knew that yours had some modifications...

So all is clear then...

September 17th, 2013, 11:32 AM	#1
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	Color swap? My buddy is looking at buying a bike. He is looking at a slightly used 250 his only aversion is that it is 09 green color scheme. I kind of like the green colors schemes and mentioned that if the plastics and tank are in similar condition to my bikes that maybe we could do a swap. IDK seems like it could be a fun idea to get a little change, no? I mean I like my black SE but it's not like it makes me wet or anything ya know? thoughts anyone? __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

September 17th, 2013, 11:38 AM	#2
NevadaWolf 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. Blog Entries: 16 MOTM Jul '13, Jul '14	Same gen, same parts. Go for it. If I had the pieces lying around, i'd love to swap between my candy lime green to the rich deep blue (Thunder blue?) color. In pictures I wasn't overwhelmed, but then I ended up with one of the cowls and felt it a sin to have sanded it down to repaint it. Love that color. __________________________________________________ <-- Linky Hey Unregistered! The code [you] shows the username currently logged in. IBA # 56020 AMA # 521481 Fun Rides! ][ My Videos ][ My Gear Hold yourself to the same rules you expect others to follow.

September 17th, 2013, 12:51 PM	#8
rasta Your face Name: Wes Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Honda CBR650f Posts: A lot.	You should only swap one side of the fairings. It's like having 2 bikes!!
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Panda not an actual panda Name: dan Location: philadelphia Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250, 2009 CBR600RR (Sold) Posts: A lot.	It's a good idea if you want to get a slower bike. Green bikes do 0-60 in roughly 7 minutes and 29 seconds. Downhill. With a tailwind.

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broken neck ninjette.org guru Name: Thomas Location: Montréal Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R Special Edition (sold), 2017 CRF250 Rally Posts: 384	What would happen if one of you "have to lay it down"? Better clarifiy those thing before swapping anything... Otherwise, if you want to tackle the hassle to change color, why not... Even simpler, swap the whole bike... I know yours is a 2012, but beside that, they're identical...