Movin up

zenrush · September 2nd, 2010, 08:15 AM

I rode my 250 from TX to VA. Loved the ride and the little ninja did just fine all though the constant running at high rpm to match I40 traffic took some getting used too.

(Anyone live in Memphis? What is that Glass Pyramid about? Big thing. You can see it as you cross the Mississippi River coming into TN from AR.)

Long story short, I decided I really wanted a larger bike (I am 6'1, 200lbs) but still stay in the same playground the 250 offered.

I picked up a 2008 Metallic Diablo Black 650R. Bike has 4000 miles on it and has been taken care of. I bought it for $4500. The original owner added Pazzo levers, Progrip tank protector, progrip handle bar grips, rear tire hugger, and rear fender eliminator. Oh and he ditched the stock bars for clip-ons.

I will take photos later today and post them up. I will continue to hang out (lurk mostly) which is what I have pretty much done since I got here anyway.

P.S. My son was pissed when I sold the 250 ($3500). He was really hoping I would give it to him.

Snake · September 2nd, 2010, 08:51 AM

Congratulations on the new bike.

The Glass Pyramid is a museum that constantly changes the theme to keep things fresh. The last time I was there they had a display of bikes from the early days up to the modern bikes. Great place to visit.

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/album.php?albumid=143

PitBull · September 2nd, 2010, 08:55 AM

Not sure about it beinga museum but I do know it is an arena that they have concerts, etc. in. It's called "The Pyramid". I grew up in AR so sometimes we would head to Memphis to go to concerts there in my younger days.

zenrush · September 2nd, 2010, 09:14 AM

Ah cool. Thanks for the info. I wanted to stop but it was during that heatwave and I was desperate for a AC and fluids so I didn't make it to the Pyramid for a better look. Ended up at the Hooters in downtown Memphis.

Some picks.

Gassing up in Lubbock for the trip.

The aforementioned Pyramid can be seen in the background.

The new bike. All these were taken with my cell. I will try to get a better pic.

Snake · September 2nd, 2010, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PitBull

Not sure about it beinga museum but I do know it is an arena that they have concerts, etc. in. It's called "The Pyramid". I grew up in AR so sometimes we would head to Memphis to go to concerts there in my younger days.

I believe Lisa is correct. It is a multi purpose building and at the time of my visit it was a museum of sorts. Thanks for the correction Lisa.

drowe531 · September 2nd, 2010, 09:41 AM

Congrats on the new bike, the 650r is something I may looking to get next season.

backinthesaddleagain · September 2nd, 2010, 09:48 AM

Sweet, congrats and be safe.

addy126 · September 2nd, 2010, 10:07 AM

Like the N-650 alot (good choice) but there's just something about those "red rims"

bob706 · September 2nd, 2010, 10:21 AM

Congrats on the 650

bdavison · September 2nd, 2010, 10:33 AM

Yeah, the pyramid used to be a venue like a civic center. I competed there in the Xtreme Freestyle Championships (RC Airplane Aerobatics) a few years back. But they closed it down the next year, and now its a museum of sorts.

PitBull · September 2nd, 2010, 11:49 AM

Congrats on the 650. Every time I go to the dealership I sit on one. I'm seriously thinking this may be my next bike. I'm starting to get the itch for something with a wee bit more power on the freeway. I really want to keep the baby Ninja as well. We'll see! Enjoy!

September 2nd, 2010, 08:15 AM	#1
zenrush ninjette.org member Name: Russ Location: Texas Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 650R, 2009 250R (sold) Posts: 55	Movin up I rode my 250 from TX to VA. Loved the ride and the little ninja did just fine all though the constant running at high rpm to match I40 traffic took some getting used too. (Anyone live in Memphis? What is that Glass Pyramid about? Big thing. You can see it as you cross the Mississippi River coming into TN from AR.) Long story short, I decided I really wanted a larger bike (I am 6'1, 200lbs) but still stay in the same playground the 250 offered. I picked up a 2008 Metallic Diablo Black 650R. Bike has 4000 miles on it and has been taken care of. I bought it for $4500. The original owner added Pazzo levers, Progrip tank protector, progrip handle bar grips, rear tire hugger, and rear fender eliminator. Oh and he ditched the stock bars for clip-ons. I will take photos later today and post them up. I will continue to hang out (lurk mostly) which is what I have pretty much done since I got here anyway. P.S. My son was pissed when I sold the 250 ($3500). He was really hoping I would give it to him.

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September 2nd, 2010, 08:51 AM	#2
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	Congratulations on the new bike. The Glass Pyramid is a museum that constantly changes the theme to keep things fresh. The last time I was there they had a display of bikes from the early days up to the modern bikes. Great place to visit. http://www.ninjette.org/forums/album.php?albumid=143

September 2nd, 2010, 08:55 AM	#3
PitBull ninjette.org member Name: Lisa Location: DFW Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250 Posts: 184	Not sure about it beinga museum but I do know it is an arena that they have concerts, etc. in. It's called "The Pyramid". I grew up in AR so sometimes we would head to Memphis to go to concerts there in my younger days.

September 2nd, 2010, 09:14 AM	#4
zenrush ninjette.org member Name: Russ Location: Texas Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 650R, 2009 250R (sold) Posts: 55	Ah cool. Thanks for the info. I wanted to stop but it was during that heatwave and I was desperate for a AC and fluids so I didn't make it to the Pyramid for a better look. Ended up at the Hooters in downtown Memphis. Some picks. Gassing up in Lubbock for the trip. The aforementioned Pyramid can be seen in the background. The new bike. All these were taken with my cell. I will try to get a better pic.

September 2nd, 2010, 09:41 AM	#6
drowe531 ninjette.org guru Name: David Location: Burlington, MA Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2004 Ninja 250 (sold); 2008 Plasma Blue Ninja 250 Posts: 364	Congrats on the new bike, the 650r is something I may looking to get next season.

September 2nd, 2010, 09:48 AM	#7
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Sweet, congrats and be safe.

September 2nd, 2010, 10:07 AM	#8
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	Like the N-650 alot (good choice) but there's just something about those "red rims"

September 2nd, 2010, 10:21 AM	#9
bob706 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Mary Esther, FL Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 1998 HD Road King Posts: A lot.	Congrats on the 650

September 2nd, 2010, 10:33 AM	#10
bdavison 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.	Yeah, the pyramid used to be a venue like a civic center. I competed there in the Xtreme Freestyle Championships (RC Airplane Aerobatics) a few years back. But they closed it down the next year, and now its a museum of sorts.

September 2nd, 2010, 11:49 AM	#11
PitBull ninjette.org member Name: Lisa Location: DFW Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250 Posts: 184	Congrats on the 650. Every time I go to the dealership I sit on one. I'm seriously thinking this may be my next bike. I'm starting to get the itch for something with a wee bit more power on the freeway. I really want to keep the baby Ninja as well. We'll see! Enjoy!