Buying a 94 Ninja 250 Today

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 07:39 AM

First bike. Never ridden before. Been wanting to get into riding for some time now, and now Im finally doing it.

Found a 94 Ninja 250 and Ive got a question about price/worth

its got 19k miles, has been layed down before, evident by the pegs and the rewelded bar. The plastics arent scrapped up, but the paint is bad. Mechanically and structurally otherwise it looks/sounds fine.

it has new tires, some recent maintenance, but needs mufflers and a windshield before ill drive it.

Guy is asking $950 for it. I feel thats high?

here's the ad
http://greenville.craigslist.org/mcy/1212084305.html

Im thinking of offering $700-$750. too low? I see much better looking ones with half the miles selling for $1200, and Ninja 500's selling for $1500-1800. I dont mind doing the work to it, I like that type of stuff, i just want to see what you guys thing about that price..

Alex · June 9th, 2009, 07:42 AM

Tommy! Glad you found us...

BlueRaven · June 9th, 2009, 07:44 AM

Please post pics when you get your new toy.

jola · June 9th, 2009, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommy

First bike. Never ridden before. Been wanting to get into riding for some time now, and now Im finally doing it.

Found a 94 Ninja 250 and Ive got a question about price/worth

its got 19k miles, has been layed down before, evident by the pegs and the rewelded bar. The plastics arent scrapped up, but the paint is bad. Mechanically and structurally otherwise it looks/sounds fine.

it has new tires, some recent maintenance, but needs mufflers and a windshield before ill drive it.

Guy is asking $950 for it. I feel thats high?

here's the ad
http://greenville.craigslist.org/mcy/1212084305.html

Im thinking of offering $700-$750. too low? I see much better looking ones with half the miles selling for $1200, and Ninja 500's selling for $1500-1800. I dont mind doing the work to it, I like that type of stuff, i just want to see what you guys thing about that price..

It varies greatly by region, I have learned. $950 for that in NJ would be too high. Out here in ND that would be about right, perhaps very slightly high.

If he is firm on the price, I'd throw out an extra $300 for the better bikes you have been seeing.

tinng321 · June 9th, 2009, 08:09 AM

You can find a better deal.
If you have some xtra hundreds I would definitely look for something better.
That's a 94 with 19k miles.
I've seen 04 with way less mile for around 1500.
For an extra 500 you could have a bike that is 10 yrs newer with way less mile.
just something to think about.
Good luck.
What's your zip code?

xTKx · June 9th, 2009, 08:09 AM

IMO, I'd say it's just a little steep for the condition and mileage for the bike. Like Joe said, you could save the extra $$ that you'd be spending on fixing up the 94 and put it towards something that's actually ready to ride... Just my

Either way, good to have you aboard!

Post pics or an update once you've got one!!

tinng321 · June 9th, 2009, 08:18 AM

http://newjersey.craigslist.org/mcy/1202330484.html

2003 for 800.
It's in Jersey though.

here's another one:
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/mcy/1206806662.html

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 08:23 AM

I dunno, Im kinda sick of looking honestly. Been going back and forth for probably 8 months?..

Im just ready to get one and be done with it. everything else i find sells within a day or 2, which is a real problem when you have to arrange for transportation/trailering.

if he bites at $700, ill probably do it. I can replace the parts and clean it up a little for that that much and not feel bad about it.

is 19k high mileage?

Snake · June 9th, 2009, 09:09 AM

Congatulations on the bike and welcome.

BlueTyke · June 9th, 2009, 09:50 AM

I don't think 19K is high for a 1994... I have an 06 and have over 10K on it. But that's me.

TonyKZ1 · June 9th, 2009, 10:37 AM

Have you taken the MSF course yet? If not, definitely a good idea to find the course being offered locally and take it before buying your bike. Also what about protective riding gear? As to the price for the '94 bike, I also think that sounds a little high. You could pay about the same or a little more for a bike that's not been wrecked.
Just my .02 though, Tony

KJohnson21 · June 9th, 2009, 11:09 AM

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TonyKZ1

Have you taken the MSF course yet? If not, definitely a good idea to find the course being offered locally and take it before buying your bike. Also what about protective riding gear? As to the price for the '94 bike, I also think that sounds a little high. You could pay about the same or a little more for a bike that's not been wrecked.
Just my .02 though, Tony

Taking the course soon i think, but the only one available in my area is a Harely Rider's Edge course, so its very expensive, and not very good from people Ive spoken to about it.

I have full gear and intend to wear it at all times.

CC Cowboy · June 9th, 2009, 02:26 PM

Hi
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Snake · June 9th, 2009, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommy

I dunno, Im kinda sick of looking honestly. Been going back and forth for probably 8 months?..

Im just ready to get one and be done with it. everything else i find sells within a day or 2, which is a real problem when you have to arrange for transportation/trailering.

if he bites at $700, ill probably do it. I can replace the parts and clean it up a little for that that much and not feel bad about it.

is 19k high mileage?

I have 16,000 on mine and its an 05. So no thats not alot.

Stella · June 9th, 2009, 04:44 PM

congrats

Grn99Kawi · June 9th, 2009, 04:57 PM

the EX250 is easy to work on and parts are easy to get.. as the model was made for about 20 years.. I bought my 99 with 4500 miles.. now its almost 4900.. lol

I picked up some parts I needed on ebay and its all good now... heck.. if he wants to move it quick.. $700 is fine..

save the money for parts..

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 05:39 PM

Well, i picked it up.

$800 for it.

Needs some work, maybe more than i expected. Ill be searching/asking away here shortly i imagine.

Strider · June 9th, 2009, 05:56 PM

So what type of work does it need, and will you DIY?

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 06:14 PM

Yea, ill DIY.

Idle is way off right now, seems to jump up and down a bit, wants to idle really high, and my dad said the clutch seems like its grabbing kinda high, maybe needs adjusting.

need to clean up some ghettoness from the previous owner as well. Hollowed out mufflers, ect.

Took it for the maiden ride. Drove around in circles for 20 minutes in the parking lot, my first time on a motorcycle!

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 06:25 PM

noche_caliente · June 9th, 2009, 06:30 PM

congratulations Tommy

Doesn't look all that bad!
If you're going to replace the mufflers, you should look at the area p thread for the pregens... and I second what tony said about the MSF!
Looks like you can take it at York Technical college...
http://nm.msf-usa.org/msf/ridercours...rCourse%20Info

Grn99Kawi · June 9th, 2009, 06:46 PM

not bad at all! It must be loud with the baffles out though.. I am in the process of putting chrome cans on mine... you can pick up scratched or dented cans pretty easy... Im lookin for one good left one now to complete mine...

Look for a nice used windscreen, but for what some people want for a used one.... I spent a few bucks more and bought a ZG double bubble..

best of luck with it!

Tommy · June 9th, 2009, 06:49 PM

Yea, that's where the Harely dealership does the Rider's Edge Course.

Ill probably take it next month once i get my permit and all that jazz taken care of.

ninjablk08 · June 9th, 2009, 07:29 PM

nice,enjoy and be safe

CANTFUNCTION · June 9th, 2009, 09:27 PM

Congratulations Tommy and welcome

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommy

Taking the course soon i think, but the only one available in my area is a Harely Rider's Edge course, so its very expensive, and not very good from people Ive spoken to about it.

I have full gear and intend to wear it at all times.

I took my MFS class through the rider's edge. I think it was a great class. I learned a lot. As for the price I think you are paying for Harley-Davidson or HD(High Dollar). Also I got more time as the rider's edge was an 26 hour program and other programs were only 18 hours. The only thing I didn't like about the class was the motorcycle the Buell Blast. The bike I rode only had about 600 miles on it and it ran like crap compared to my ninja. Take the class you will learn something from it.

TonyKZ1 · June 10th, 2009, 06:12 AM

Congrats on getting your bike. $800, That's what I paid for my '89 back in 2006 with 8k miles, now it's got over 44k miles. Funny how the miles add up so quickly...

Anyhow, as you start working on the bike and learning more about it, don't forget about one of the older Ninja 250 sites as their FAQ is one of the best if not the best for the new rider and the Ninja 250. Since they've been around so long, a lot of questions have been asked and answered, so there's a lot of information just waited to be searched. Also since this bike has been built for so many years basically unchanged a lot of parts are available on eBay.
Tony

June 9th, 2009, 07:39 AM	#1
Tommy ninjette.org member Name: Tommy Location: Rock Hill, SC Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1994 Ninja 250 Posts: 44	Buying a 94 Ninja 250 Today First bike. Never ridden before. Been wanting to get into riding for some time now, and now Im finally doing it. Found a 94 Ninja 250 and Ive got a question about price/worth its got 19k miles, has been layed down before, evident by the pegs and the rewelded bar. The plastics arent scrapped up, but the paint is bad. Mechanically and structurally otherwise it looks/sounds fine. it has new tires, some recent maintenance, but needs mufflers and a windshield before ill drive it. Guy is asking $950 for it. I feel thats high? here's the ad http://greenville.craigslist.org/mcy/1212084305.html Im thinking of offering $700-$750. too low? I see much better looking ones with half the miles selling for $1200, and Ninja 500's selling for $1500-1800. I dont mind doing the work to it, I like that type of stuff, i just want to see what you guys thing about that price..

June 9th, 2009, 07:42 AM	#2
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June 9th, 2009, 07:44 AM	#3
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June 9th, 2009, 08:09 AM	#6
xTKx Finally! Name: Tony Location: Central TX Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Red 250R Posts: 420 Blog Entries: 4	IMO, I'd say it's just a little steep for the condition and mileage for the bike. Like Joe said, you could save the extra $$ that you'd be spending on fixing up the 94 and put it towards something that's actually ready to ride... Just my Either way, good to have you aboard! Post pics or an update once you've got one!! __________________________________________________ -2009 Red Ninja 250R- Intuitive frame sliders, comp werkes fender eliminator ...

June 9th, 2009, 09:50 AM	#10
BlueTyke So slow I'm first! Name: Sunny Location: San Jose, CA Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 06 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 10	I don't think 19K is high for a 1994... I have an 06 and have over 10K on it. But that's me. __________________________________________________ Learn from the mistakes of others, you cannot make them all yourself. Save yourself the trouble and Learn.

June 9th, 2009, 08:09 AM	#5
tinng321 ninjette.org sage Name: Tin Location: NJ Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 black 250r (sold); '09 black zx6r Posts: 903	You can find a better deal. If you have some xtra hundreds I would definitely look for something better. That's a 94 with 19k miles. I've seen 04 with way less mile for around 1500. For an extra 500 you could have a bike that is 10 yrs newer with way less mile. just something to think about. Good luck. What's your zip code?

June 9th, 2009, 08:18 AM	#7
tinng321 ninjette.org sage Name: Tin Location: NJ Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 black 250r (sold); '09 black zx6r Posts: 903	http://newjersey.craigslist.org/mcy/1202330484.html 2003 for 800. It's in Jersey though. here's another one: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/mcy/1206806662.html

June 9th, 2009, 08:23 AM	#8
Tommy ninjette.org member Name: Tommy Location: Rock Hill, SC Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1994 Ninja 250 Posts: 44	I dunno, Im kinda sick of looking honestly. Been going back and forth for probably 8 months?.. Im just ready to get one and be done with it. everything else i find sells within a day or 2, which is a real problem when you have to arrange for transportation/trailering. if he bites at $700, ill probably do it. I can replace the parts and clean it up a little for that that much and not feel bad about it. is 19k high mileage?

June 9th, 2009, 09:09 AM	#9
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	Congatulations on the bike and welcome.

June 9th, 2009, 10:37 AM	#11
TonyKZ1 ninjette.org member Name: Anthony Location: Marble Hill, MO Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 1975 Kawasaki KZ400D (Sold), 1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold), 1997 Yamaha XJ600s Seca II Posts: 231	Have you taken the MSF course yet? If not, definitely a good idea to find the course being offered locally and take it before buying your bike. Also what about protective riding gear? As to the price for the '94 bike, I also think that sounds a little high. You could pay about the same or a little more for a bike that's not been wrecked. Just my .02 though, Tony __________________________________________________ 1997 Yamaha Seca II - mostly stock, Racetech upgraded forks, FZ6R rear shock, Oxford Heated Grips, Barkbusters Blizzard Handguards, a Scottoiler vSystem chain oiler. My Mileage Tracker Page.

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June 9th, 2009, 04:44 PM	#16
Stella ninjette.org member Name: Stella Location: Greece Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r & scooter125cc Posts: 60	congrats

June 9th, 2009, 04:57 PM	#17
Grn99Kawi ninjette.org sage Name: A Location: Long Island, NY Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2000 Honda CBR600F4 (sold) 1999 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 586	the EX250 is easy to work on and parts are easy to get.. as the model was made for about 20 years.. I bought my 99 with 4500 miles.. now its almost 4900.. lol I picked up some parts I needed on ebay and its all good now... heck.. if he wants to move it quick.. $700 is fine.. save the money for parts.. __________________________________________________ 2000 Honda CBR600F4 Silver and Red 1999 Kawi Racing Green Ninja 250 sold

June 9th, 2009, 05:39 PM	#18
Tommy ninjette.org member Name: Tommy Location: Rock Hill, SC Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1994 Ninja 250 Posts: 44	Well, i picked it up. $800 for it. Needs some work, maybe more than i expected. Ill be searching/asking away here shortly i imagine.

June 9th, 2009, 05:56 PM	#19
Strider Back on the Black! Name: Alan Location: Gastonia, North Carolina Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 (Black) Posts: 831	So what type of work does it need, and will you DIY?

June 9th, 2009, 06:14 PM	#20
Tommy ninjette.org member Name: Tommy Location: Rock Hill, SC Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1994 Ninja 250 Posts: 44	Yea, ill DIY. Idle is way off right now, seems to jump up and down a bit, wants to idle really high, and my dad said the clutch seems like its grabbing kinda high, maybe needs adjusting. need to clean up some ghettoness from the previous owner as well. Hollowed out mufflers, ect. Took it for the maiden ride. Drove around in circles for 20 minutes in the parking lot, my first time on a motorcycle!

June 9th, 2009, 06:25 PM	#21
Tommy ninjette.org member Name: Tommy Location: Rock Hill, SC Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1994 Ninja 250 Posts: 44

June 9th, 2009, 06:30 PM	#22
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	congratulations Tommy Doesn't look all that bad! If you're going to replace the mufflers, you should look at the area p thread for the pregens... and I second what tony said about the MSF! Looks like you can take it at York Technical college... http://nm.msf-usa.org/msf/ridercours...rCourse%20Info __________________________________________________ Progrip tank pad, blue rim stripes, blue Pazzos, Roaring Toyz lowering kit, Puig DB in dark smoke, Cortech sport tail, super mini tank, and saddlebags, OES swingarm spools and Intuitive frame sliders

June 9th, 2009, 06:46 PM	#23
Grn99Kawi ninjette.org sage Name: A Location: Long Island, NY Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2000 Honda CBR600F4 (sold) 1999 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 586	not bad at all! It must be loud with the baffles out though.. I am in the process of putting chrome cans on mine... you can pick up scratched or dented cans pretty easy... Im lookin for one good left one now to complete mine... Look for a nice used windscreen, but for what some people want for a used one.... I spent a few bucks more and bought a ZG double bubble.. best of luck with it! __________________________________________________ 2000 Honda CBR600F4 Silver and Red 1999 Kawi Racing Green Ninja 250 sold

June 9th, 2009, 06:49 PM	#24
Tommy ninjette.org member Name: Tommy Location: Rock Hill, SC Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1994 Ninja 250 Posts: 44	Yea, that's where the Harely dealership does the Rider's Edge Course. Ill probably take it next month once i get my permit and all that jazz taken care of.

June 9th, 2009, 07:29 PM	#25
ninjablk08 ninjette.org guru Name: oscar Location: antioch, ca (bay area) Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): blk ninja 250 2008 Posts: 391	nice,enjoy and be safe __________________________________________________ 2 bro CFSO, factory pro 3, hotbody DS , krayzie graphics rim tape, brake flasher, DIY fender chop, DIY flushmounts & LED rear, K&N filter, 15/43 Driven, DID race chain, air stuff removed, clipons

June 10th, 2009, 06:12 AM	#27
TonyKZ1 ninjette.org member Name: Anthony Location: Marble Hill, MO Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 1975 Kawasaki KZ400D (Sold), 1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (sold), 1997 Yamaha XJ600s Seca II Posts: 231	Congrats on getting your bike. $800, That's what I paid for my '89 back in 2006 with 8k miles, now it's got over 44k miles. Funny how the miles add up so quickly... Anyhow, as you start working on the bike and learning more about it, don't forget about one of the older Ninja 250 sites as their FAQ is one of the best if not the best for the new rider and the Ninja 250. Since they've been around so long, a lot of questions have been asked and answered, so there's a lot of information just waited to be searched. Also since this bike has been built for so many years basically unchanged a lot of parts are available on eBay. Tony __________________________________________________ 1997 Yamaha Seca II - mostly stock, Racetech upgraded forks, FZ6R rear shock, Oxford Heated Grips, Barkbusters Blizzard Handguards, a Scottoiler vSystem chain oiler. My Mileage Tracker Page.

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