Sold the ninja picked up a Honda - Page 2

paterick4o8 · August 17th, 2010, 01:14 PM

congrats. sounds like you got a great deal. a bit jealous actually haha
enjoy!

gogoKawi · August 17th, 2010, 01:34 PM

I saw this bike a while back when I was looking to upgrade. From afar, I thought it was a Kawi because of the green. I was surprised to find out it was a CBR. The riding position on that bike is amazing. The most comfortable Super Sport out there, IMHO. Great find! Did you get it from Romney? They have amazing deals there.

I go riding in WV all the time. Just went to Lost City last weekend. Will probably make a 33 run in the next couple of weeks. Those are some excellent twisties.

Ryosen11 · August 17th, 2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

Sho, just double check what you step on when a*** shifting a bit on a stop. Don't wanna see your foot slide on some oil or coolant.

Yes I'm very careful about it. I don't stop at the middle of the lane and although left side is more comfortable I can always use my right foot whenever I see something on my left.

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Originally Posted by wvninja

It seems as though the more I get on it the more I have forgotten how the 250 felt and the feel of this bike feels more "normal". I won't lie at first I was like this feels great and then after 20 minutes on the bike I was like OMG get me off this thing I need to stop and rest. But now I'm good to go, my neck, legs, arms, wrists, and feet have all adjusted to this bike and I'm really starting to love it now.

True. At first I felt like a Thomas engine LOL...face sticking out waaay forward. I got used to it very quickly and now it feels natural and very comfortable even on long rides.

wvninja · August 17th, 2010, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gogoKawi

I saw this bike a while back when I was looking to upgrade. From afar, I thought it was a Kawi because of the green. I was surprised to find out it was a CBR. The riding position on that bike is amazing. The most comfortable Super Sport out there, IMHO. Great find! Did you get it from Romney? They have amazing deals there.

I go riding in WV all the time. Just went to Lost City last weekend. Will probably make a 33 run in the next couple of weeks. Those are some excellent twisties.

No not Romney though I do hear they have great deals. I got this one from RG Honda in Clarksburg. Where is the lost city? The furthest east I have been is Mount Storm.

People riding at mount storm. I'm not a fan of pushing it like this but to each their own.

Link to original page on YouTube.

*note before everyone start commenting on the video I put this just on here to show you the twisties not my actual riding style. I don't ride like this nor am I in / making this video.

gogoKawi · August 17th, 2010, 02:36 PM

That video wasn't too bad. They were definitely rolling! I may have to check out Mount Storm. I love the fast, sweeping turns, though I can't see myself going anywhere close to their speed around the corners.

Lost City isn't too far from 81 and 66, real close to the eastern WV and VA border.

tjkamper · August 17th, 2010, 02:42 PM

That is my wife's favorite color of CBR 600. Damn Sexy looking bike!

wvninja · August 18th, 2010, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by gogoKawi

That video wasn't too bad. They were definitely rolling! I may have to check out Mount Storm. I love the fast, sweeping turns, though I can't see myself going anywhere close to their speed around the corners.

Lost City isn't too far from 81 and 66, real close to the eastern WV and VA border.

May have to go out that way to check it out one of these days. I don't go anywhere near as fast as they went lol.

demp · August 18th, 2010, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by wvninja

The green on my bike is darker and more metallic looking. The kawi green is a lot brighter. I had a 650 parked right beside this bike at the dealership and it looks completely diff. This sucks because try finding green gear thats not kawi green LOL.

ahaha thats a good point

little green menace · August 19th, 2010, 03:54 AM

very sweet mate, great colouring

dubojr1 · August 19th, 2010, 06:25 AM

This link has a helmet that looks like it may match.

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=53236

Sound Wave · August 21st, 2010, 12:15 AM

wv. congrats on the bike. welcome to the dark side.

gotta love honda's quality. i am really happy with my honda except for the contents of my tool kit.

backinthesaddleagain · August 21st, 2010, 10:59 AM

Read on 600rr.net that Canadien CBR have full toolkit instead of 1 wrench and helmet lock strap.
Posted via Mobile Device

BlueRaven · August 21st, 2010, 06:04 PM

she's beautiful

Reswob · August 21st, 2010, 07:35 PM

What dealer gave you $4k for the 250? I'm goin' there when it's time to upgrade, I didn't even pay that much in the first place!

wvninja · August 26th, 2010, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reswob

What dealer gave you $4k for the 250? I'm goin' there when it's time to upgrade, I didn't even pay that much in the first place!

RG Honda and it does help that I personally know the owners.

backinthesaddleagain · August 26th, 2010, 06:46 AM

I got $2,500 for my blue '09 with 13K miles and new (start of season) tires and brakes. no scratches, dings, etc.

backinthesaddleagain · August 26th, 2010, 06:47 AM

Nate, I've got to find a 32mm socket so I can adjust the chain. Been to 3 auto part stores and Harbor Frt and no one had a 32. Guess Sears is next stop, or get that Canadien tool kit.

pooter · August 26th, 2010, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

I got $2,500 for my blue '09 with 13K miles and new (start of season) tires and brakes. no scratches, dings, etc.

From a dealer or private sale?

backinthesaddleagain · August 26th, 2010, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pooter

From a dealer or private sale?

Oh sorry. Traded it in at dealer.

August 17th, 2010, 02:42 PM	#46
tjkamper ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Travis Location: Warwick, RI Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	That is my wife's favorite color of CBR 600. Damn Sexy looking bike! __________________________________________________ Addicted to anything that has an engine and rolls.

August 19th, 2010, 06:25 AM	#50
dubojr1 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Jacksonville, Florida Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R SE, 07 Honda CRF230F, 06 Honda CRF150F Posts: A lot.	This link has a helmet that looks like it may match. http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=53236 __________________________________________________ 09 250R SE: Paying it forward one post at a time! Don't forget to add yourself to our Member Map

August 21st, 2010, 06:04 PM	#53
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	she's beautiful __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

August 21st, 2010, 07:35 PM	#54
Reswob ninjette.org sage Name: Josh Location: Richmond VA Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Triumph Bonneville Black Posts: 627	What dealer gave you $4k for the 250? I'm goin' there when it's time to upgrade, I didn't even pay that much in the first place! __________________________________________________ '08 Bonneville Black sold->'08 Ninja 250R \| OES Swingarm Spools \| EBC HH brake pads \| reflector delete \| no-cut brake light modulator \| DIY fender eliminator

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gogoKawi ninjette.org sage Name: Dre Location: DMV Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622	I saw this bike a while back when I was looking to upgrade. From afar, I thought it was a Kawi because of the green. I was surprised to find out it was a CBR. The riding position on that bike is amazing. The most comfortable Super Sport out there, IMHO. Great find! Did you get it from Romney? They have amazing deals there. I go riding in WV all the time. Just went to Lost City last weekend. Will probably make a 33 run in the next couple of weeks. Those are some excellent twisties.

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gogoKawi ninjette.org sage Name: Dre Location: DMV Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622	That video wasn't too bad. They were definitely rolling! I may have to check out Mount Storm. I love the fast, sweeping turns, though I can't see myself going anywhere close to their speed around the corners. Lost City isn't too far from 81 and 66, real close to the eastern WV and VA border.

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Sound Wave Ramen Rider Name: Gary Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2015 BMW R1200R, 08 Honda VFR800A (sold), 09 Ninja 250R (sold) Posts: A lot.	wv. congrats on the bike. welcome to the dark side. gotta love honda's quality. i am really happy with my honda except for the contents of my tool kit.

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backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Nate, I've got to find a 32mm socket so I can adjust the chain. Been to 3 auto part stores and Harbor Frt and no one had a 32. Guess Sears is next stop, or get that Canadien tool kit.