May 27th, 2011, 11:23 AM | #1 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: Justin
Location: Dallas
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I made a review of my Ninjette
I figure you guys are the most likely to give me crap or call out BS in my video. So opinions are welcome good or bad.
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May 27th, 2011, 11:35 AM | #2 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: Steve
Location: DFW
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 294
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LMAO I just watched that video not 15 minutes before you made this thread!
Nice in depth review. |
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May 27th, 2011, 11:48 AM | #3 |
Cranky Old Fart
Name: TXJ
Location: TX
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 08 DRZ400SM Posts: 189
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Good review! I have to same problem, the tank needs to be hunched way higher to fit your legs (like the new CBR250, fit perfect on it @ 6'3"). It's pretty much the only thing I don't like about the bike. Not being vertically challenged sucks...sometimes.
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May 27th, 2011, 12:15 PM | #4 |
Ninjette Owner
Name: Rick
Location: Aiken County, SC
Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, a puddle of Ninja ZX6 Posts: 520
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Well Done! Nice review.
Talking about the cheapness of the gauge. I had a manufacturers defect that ended up cracking the plastic on the gauge. I took it to the dealer (It developed a hairline crack at around 2000-2500 mile range) I saw it at night because the light was shining through the crack. I showed it to them when it first started to crack and they were thinking it might have been something I did. I then took them inside and where they had a brand new one on the showroom floor that had started to crack with virtually 0 miles. They ordered a replacement right away. While waiting for the replacement, the crack ended up getting larger, cracked the plastic lense on the speedo and then a crack started towards the RPM gauge. I don't have the pic with me here, but I can post it later if anyone needs to see it. I mention this because your's is showing the same signs that mine did. Keep an eye on the plastic around the bezel where the black plastic is dull, that is where it will likely develop the cracks. I believe it is a problem with the plastic molding process.
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May 27th, 2011, 12:48 PM | #5 |
Wartown, USA
Name: Bryan
Location: Warner Robins, GA
Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, 2007 Ninja 650R, and assorted other bikes Posts: A lot.
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Yeah, the guages definitely suck. Mine's a 09, and the lens over the gas guage is already hazed up. Took it apart to try to clean it out...nothing to clean. The lens itself appears to be etched or something, Im thinking the sunlight cooked the coating on the inside of the lens.
Would go Koso, but those things are too expensive, so for now....ill just deal with it |
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May 27th, 2011, 12:48 PM | #6 |
ninjette.org member
Name: David
Location: DFW
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red Ninja 250R Posts: 167
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May 27th, 2011, 12:53 PM | #7 |
2 Wheels 4 Life
Name: John
Location: earth
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 45
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nice editing and review you kept it progressing which is rare for you tube videos most people just blab and blab with no editing.
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May 27th, 2011, 01:13 PM | #8 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Ren
Location: Montreal Canada
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja White SE Posts: 26
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Niccce Bike i got the same one. Not even delivered yet.. I get it june 20th.
Great review |
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May 27th, 2011, 03:54 PM | #9 |
So, where's the reverse?
Name: Anson
Location: Ontario, Canada
Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.
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A fair review. A good job of addressing the myth of the 250 being too slow or too light. I agree with your comments about the fit and finish. My gauge cluster for instance, does not sit flush on one side and there is a bit of a gap where it connects to the bike (anyone else have this issue?). Aside from that, I agree that this is a very likeable bike.
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May 27th, 2011, 04:11 PM | #10 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: Steve
Location: DFW
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May 27th, 2011, 10:03 PM | #11 |
Texas Newbie
Name: John
Location: D/FW Texas
Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 07 Ninja EX250, 07 FZ6 Posts: A lot.
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Justin that a very good video... I think it'll help new buyers...
I think it's more fun to ride a small bike hard, than to ride a big bike slow... The more I ride my bike the more I love her... |
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May 27th, 2011, 10:37 PM | #12 |
I hate driving...
Name: S
Location: SW Ohio
Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 13 Triumph Street Triple R, 09 Ninja 250r (Sold 4/20/12) Posts: A lot.
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That has to be one of the best reviews I've seen off you tube. Great job
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May 27th, 2011, 10:57 PM | #13 |
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Name: Seph
Location: San Diego
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Great review man! I think you pointed out a lot of the things we love (and hate) about this bike!
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May 27th, 2011, 11:15 PM | #14 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Cody
Location: NoVa
Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.
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That was definitely worth the watch, thanks for such a great review! I have the same problem with the paint on the triple tree and my keys. The main thing I dislike about my ninjette is the gas tank curve you mentioned. Since I'm a tall rider, and this was the only sportbike model I've ever ridden, I didn't realize how big a difference it really makes in comfort until I went to a local dealer and sat on a few popular models. I'm really hoping my rearset adjusters I'll be buying from the a&l GB will fix that for me.
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May 28th, 2011, 04:26 AM | #15 |
ninjette.org member
Name: nd
Location: So Cal
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Every time anyone think of all the negative things about the bike or what could have been "better". Just remind yourself how much you paid for the bike.
how many bikes have you owned in your life ? I would like to know because what bikes are you comparing this bike with when you mention the word "cheap". |
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May 28th, 2011, 06:21 AM | #16 |
ninjette.org member
Name: David
Location: DFW
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red Ninja 250R Posts: 167
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agreed. i love being able to go flat out on the bike and NOT be in triple digits in 3 seconds. Tons of fun
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May 28th, 2011, 09:05 AM | #17 | |
So, where's the reverse?
Name: Anson
Location: Ontario, Canada
Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.
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This is the first motorcycle I've owned, but I know lacking fit and finish when I see them. It's not the first time people or even magazines have criticized the gauges on this bike. I overlook these factors not because of what I paid for the bike but because as a whole the bike is as the reviewer pointed out, so "likeable". It's no big deal. I just go out and enjoy the ride. |
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May 28th, 2011, 11:01 AM | #18 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Brian
Location: Detroit, MI
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Awsome review man. You hit all the best points and from a presenter point of view, you have a very crisp voice and spoke clearly and concisely.
As for mods, I know you said you werent insterested in modding it but what about some seat adjustments or rearsets so your knees arent so high up? I have that issue and it's the only mod I intend on looking into. |
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May 28th, 2011, 12:17 PM | #19 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Joe
Location: Washington, D.C.
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R Green SE Posts: 34
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Really good review man. I definitely wish the windshield was better as you mentioned.
Two comments: I'm 5'11" and my legs fit in the tank perfectly so you guys must be huge. Also, I definitely wouldn't call the lack of a gear indicator a fatal flaw. They're sort of unnecessary, especially when you can quickly know what gear you're in based on speed and RPMs. |
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May 28th, 2011, 12:40 PM | #20 |
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Name: eddie
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I dont agree with everything you said but that's about the best real life review i ever saw
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May 28th, 2011, 03:26 PM | #21 |
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Name: rock
Location: greenville, south carolina
Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): black Posts: A lot.
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your bike is ugly
you need to tuck more when at highway speeds gear indicator? you serious? 250 ninjas are cheap bikes, not quality bikes. be happy that it starts. motorcycle key and perhaps a small fob... never another key with it. wanting to go from 60 to 90 with some actual throttle response is fun, not ridiculous passing aliens in the corners? w00t!
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