Er..yeah..yet another crazed idea

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 05:23 PM

Yeah...bored in class, had a thought to do this over the summer after graduation.

blink · April 18th, 2012, 05:29 PM

WHERE THE **** IS "A"?!?!?!?

like your starting point?

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 05:30 PM

A is the same place as J so it doesn't show up.

Jiggles · April 18th, 2012, 05:36 PM

I'm in

drac · April 18th, 2012, 05:42 PM

Thats a lot like this........................................

http://www.usa4corners.org/main.htm

Mocha Man · April 18th, 2012, 05:49 PM

Sounds like it would be a fun ride! May want to look into a Corbin seat before you try it though, in case you haven't already.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drac

Thats a lot like this........................................

http://www.usa4corners.org/main.htm

Yeah it's similar, but I picked places where I know people or have a lot of interest visiting.

setasai · April 18th, 2012, 06:35 PM

Looks good! If I can find a month to pull it off I'd do that as well.

Jono · April 18th, 2012, 06:41 PM

You should totally do this!!!!

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 06:52 PM

I really want to. There are a lot of variables. Finding the time is also tough. I want to wait til some of my friends move to SF and Seattle before making the journey out as well.

RaZeDaHeLL · April 18th, 2012, 06:57 PM

What's the traveling time???

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:20 PM

At 500 miles a day, something like 15 days. I would probably set aside a month for this.

Jono · April 18th, 2012, 07:23 PM

I think you're gonna need a bigger bike!

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:23 PM

All these blogs and stuff I see for cross-country trips don't make a lot of mention for accomadations.

Do people normally motel it or camp? I'd be inclined to try to camp out most of the days I'm not staying with friends, e.g. most of Canada.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jono

I think you're gonna need a bigger bike!

Hell no! Doing it on a 250 makes it so much better!

Jono · April 18th, 2012, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etiainen

Hell no! Doing it on a 250 makes it so much better!

Lol. I know, I know.

What is the valve adjustment interval on the CBR?

I bet you will have to check them at least once on that trip. Right?

NDspd · April 18th, 2012, 07:28 PM

Now that's a crazy spring break ride!!! I better get some sponsorships and a real adventure bike.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:29 PM

250s rule! I did 13 hours of interstate with it, and then back, and it wasn't too bad at all.

16K is the valve adjustment actually. So I guess I wouldn't have to if I did it before hand(Though I doubt going 1k over the adjustment will kill anything). I'm at 5k now, but that is increasing at about 1k a month.

Liist · April 18th, 2012, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etiainen

All these blogs and stuff I see for cross-country trips don't make a lot of mention for accomadations.

Do people normally motel it or camp? I'd be inclined to try to camp out most of the days I'm not staying with friends, e.g. most of Canada.

You would have to plan ahead a lot to determine camping spots or motels. You could also just wing it and find the next motel whenever you're tired of riding.

Do you plan on visiting any major landmarks and take tours?

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

I'm in

You gotta heal up first!

If I ever do this or any other trip up to Norcal you best be riding!

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Liist

You would have to plan ahead a lot to determine camping spots or motels. You could also just wing it and find the next motel whenever you're tired of riding.

Do you plan on visiting any major landmarks and take tours?

Yes, but mostly in the larger cities where I would be meeting up with friends. Mostly Vancouver, Seattle, SF, and New Orleans.

I'd be roaming around Toronto as well, but I can get around there pretty well on my own as I've been there quite a few times.

Liist · April 18th, 2012, 07:46 PM

Regarding the camping thing, you really have to try it out on a smaller trip first to see if you can stand it and to see what you really need to bring. It's not for everyone.

Personally, I can't stand camping and would prefer a motel any day. I've tried it, absolutely hate it.

Either that or I didn't bring enough stuff.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 07:52 PM

I haven't really mixed camping with motorcycling before. I really do want to try though...I'm love camping though, and I do a lot of backpacking trips.

Motels the entire way really may not be an option financially.

Liist · April 18th, 2012, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etiainen

I haven't really mixed camping with motorcycling before. I really do want to try though...I'm love camping though, and I do a lot of backpacking trips.

Motels the entire way really may not be an option financially.

Sounds like all you have to do is figure out how to pack all that gear on a bike that's not designed to hold all that stuff and plan out which campsites to get to at the end of each day.

Maybe you can find a friend who's willing to join you on the trip so you can split the motel bills

Jiggles · April 18th, 2012, 07:57 PM

Be sure to stop off in nevada and get some hookers

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 08:10 PM

You can't provide me anything? I am disappoint.

Jiggles · April 18th, 2012, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etiainen

You can't provide me anything? I am disappoint.

You can have sex with my sister

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 08:14 PM

Still on Percoset?

Jiggles · April 18th, 2012, 08:15 PM

No, shes clean

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 08:16 PM

LOL...I meant you, but I guess thats good to know as well.

Jiggles · April 18th, 2012, 08:17 PM

Wear a condom or you might die

RaZeDaHeLL · April 18th, 2012, 08:28 PM

Camping all those days would be extremely uncomfortable due to the limited space. You won't have room to bring much with you. Unless you plan to go Man Vs Wild, I would stay in a motel.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 08:31 PM

Bear Grylls is my idol.

I think I will do some test motorcycle overnight trips and see how I like it. I tend to go for the extremely uncomfortable when it comes to camping. I sleep in my super small backpacking tent with not a lot in the way of gear.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 09:35 PM

Another plausible idea to meet up with people I know in Northern BC.

Jono · April 18th, 2012, 09:38 PM

You might as well go up to Alaska while you're all the way up there.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 09:39 PM

I want to go to Alaska eventually. Maybe not on my bike, but we'll see.

I think that second route idea may be pushing it.

etiainen · April 18th, 2012, 09:44 PM

Just kidding on that one.

Pretty sure I'd stick to the original plan lol.

Jono · April 18th, 2012, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etiainen

Just kidding on that one.

Pretty sure I'd stick to the original plan lol.

Damn, that would be one hell of a ride! Hahaha.

I think your first plan might be pushing it. But I am sure you can do it.

etiainen · April 19th, 2012, 06:48 AM

Well if I can get a month to spare, I think the pace would be very doable.

CC Cowboy · April 19th, 2012, 06:58 AM

Don't forget how hot it gets on that southern portion of your route.

April 18th, 2012, 05:23 PM	#1
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	Er..yeah..yet another crazed idea Yeah...bored in class, had a thought to do this over the summer after graduation.

April 18th, 2012, 05:29 PM	#2
blink Always. Name: Alex Location: Calgary, AB Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '05 GSX-R600 Posts: A lot.	WHERE THE **** IS "A"?!?!?!? like your starting point? __________________________________________________ blink-182

April 18th, 2012, 05:36 PM	#4
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	I'm in __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 18th, 2012, 05:42 PM	#5
drac ninjette.org member Name: drac Location: VA Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): '88 Hurricane 600, '09 Ninja 250 Posts: 237	Thats a lot like this........................................ http://www.usa4corners.org/main.htm __________________________________________________ While no trees were harmed in making this post, a large number of electrons were severely inconvenienced.

April 18th, 2012, 06:35 PM	#8
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Looks good! If I can find a month to pull it off I'd do that as well. __________________________________________________ 2009 Ninja 250R SE Green Sport Touring Style: ZG ST; Symtec heated grips; RAM GPS w/ mUSB; DIY reshaped seat; DIY Givi E21 Sidecases; 15T sprocket

April 18th, 2012, 05:30 PM	#3
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	A is the same place as J so it doesn't show up.

April 18th, 2012, 05:49 PM	#6
Mocha Man Blue Shell magnet Name: Nolan Location: Northwest Washington Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1997 Ninja 250 Posts: 816	Sounds like it would be a fun ride! May want to look into a Corbin seat before you try it though, in case you haven't already.

April 18th, 2012, 06:41 PM	#9
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	You should totally do this!!!!

April 18th, 2012, 06:52 PM	#10
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	I really want to. There are a lot of variables. Finding the time is also tough. I want to wait til some of my friends move to SF and Seattle before making the journey out as well.

April 18th, 2012, 06:57 PM	#11
RaZeDaHeLL The Black Widow Name: Eva Location: Brooklyn, NY Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 189	What's the traveling time??? __________________________________________________ The Venom List - For All Things Venomous!!!

April 18th, 2012, 07:20 PM	#12
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	At 500 miles a day, something like 15 days. I would probably set aside a month for this.

April 18th, 2012, 07:23 PM	#13
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	I think you're gonna need a bigger bike!

April 18th, 2012, 07:28 PM	#17
NDspd 1/4 English, 3/4 Kick Ass Name: Jeremy Location: Dayton, OH Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i, '05 Suzuki SV650S(retired), '11 Ninja 250R(sold) Posts: A lot.	Now that's a crazy spring break ride!!! I better get some sponsorships and a real adventure bike.

April 18th, 2012, 07:29 PM	#18
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	250s rule! I did 13 hours of interstate with it, and then back, and it wasn't too bad at all. 16K is the valve adjustment actually. So I guess I wouldn't have to if I did it before hand(Though I doubt going 1k over the adjustment will kill anything). I'm at 5k now, but that is increasing at about 1k a month.

April 18th, 2012, 07:46 PM	#22
Liist ninjette.org guru Name: David Location: Florida Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 357	Regarding the camping thing, you really have to try it out on a smaller trip first to see if you can stand it and to see what you really need to bring. It's not for everyone. Personally, I can't stand camping and would prefer a motel any day. I've tried it, absolutely hate it. Either that or I didn't bring enough stuff.

April 18th, 2012, 07:52 PM	#23
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	I haven't really mixed camping with motorcycling before. I really do want to try though...I'm love camping though, and I do a lot of backpacking trips. Motels the entire way really may not be an option financially.

April 18th, 2012, 07:57 PM	#25
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Be sure to stop off in nevada and get some hookers __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 18th, 2012, 08:10 PM	#26
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	You can't provide me anything? I am disappoint.

April 18th, 2012, 08:14 PM	#28
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	Still on Percoset?

April 18th, 2012, 08:15 PM	#29
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	No, shes clean __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 18th, 2012, 08:16 PM	#30
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	LOL...I meant you, but I guess thats good to know as well.

April 18th, 2012, 08:17 PM	#31
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Wear a condom or you might die __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 18th, 2012, 08:28 PM	#32
RaZeDaHeLL The Black Widow Name: Eva Location: Brooklyn, NY Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 189	Camping all those days would be extremely uncomfortable due to the limited space. You won't have room to bring much with you. Unless you plan to go Man Vs Wild, I would stay in a motel. __________________________________________________ The Venom List - For All Things Venomous!!!

April 18th, 2012, 08:31 PM	#33
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	Bear Grylls is my idol. I think I will do some test motorcycle overnight trips and see how I like it. I tend to go for the extremely uncomfortable when it comes to camping. I sleep in my super small backpacking tent with not a lot in the way of gear.

April 18th, 2012, 09:35 PM	#34
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	Another plausible idea to meet up with people I know in Northern BC.

April 18th, 2012, 09:38 PM	#35
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	You might as well go up to Alaska while you're all the way up there.

April 18th, 2012, 09:39 PM	#36
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	I want to go to Alaska eventually. Maybe not on my bike, but we'll see. I think that second route idea may be pushing it.

April 18th, 2012, 09:44 PM	#37
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	Just kidding on that one. Pretty sure I'd stick to the original plan lol.

April 19th, 2012, 06:48 AM	#39
etiainen CBR250R Traitor Name: Jon Location: Greater Philadelphia Area Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Red CBR250R 2009 Ninja 250r SE(With 2008 Fairings)(sold) Posts: 924	Well if I can get a month to spare, I think the pace would be very doable.

April 19th, 2012, 06:58 AM	#40
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Don't forget how hot it gets on that southern portion of your route. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

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