Ninja No More - Page 2

burningscooter · March 18th, 2012, 12:57 PM

Was out riding today. Snapped a quick picture when i stopped to get a couple of redbulls.

saxnbass · March 18th, 2012, 03:02 PM

I dig that AGV helmet.

Kstorm21 · March 18th, 2012, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

Was out riding today. Snapped a quick picture when i stopped to get a couple of redbulls.

I don't care who you are.....THAT'S PRETTY!!!!

burningscooter · March 18th, 2012, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by saxnbass

I dig that AGV helmet.

Thanks. I do too.

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Originally Posted by Kstorm21

I don't care who you are.....THAT'S PRETTY!!!!

Thanks! Looks much better in person, or, maybe i should start posting the photos in HD format.

kaiserz · March 18th, 2012, 06:41 PM

Looking nice bro, looking nice. I can't wait to have my own bigger bike. If I get 6k saddle miles this season I'll try to get a much bigger one next year.

burningscooter · March 19th, 2012, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by kaiserz

Looking nice bro, looking nice. I can't wait to have my own bigger bike. If I get 6k saddle miles this season I'll try to get a much bigger one next year.

Baah, dont play. You dont need another 6k on the saddle. DO WORK MAN! lol.

Heres the bike on the stand. Finally got my spools today.

Liist · March 19th, 2012, 11:48 PM

I had no interest on the GSXR until today. I saw the $1000 off coupon and it said I might qualify for 0% financing (doubtful as I'm quite young).

Can you guide me through how to deal with the dealership? I want the best deal possible plus slap that $1,000 off at the very end

kaiserz · March 20th, 2012, 08:28 AM

Hahaha Ayt bro XD

Damn that thing looks hot!

burningscooter · March 20th, 2012, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Liist

I had no interest on the GSXR until today. I saw the $1000 off coupon and it said I might qualify for 0% financing (doubtful as I'm quite young).

Can you guide me through how to deal with the dealership? I want the best deal possible plus slap that $1,000 off at the very end

Honestly, there is no trick to dealerships. What YOU have to realize is that they arent the only game in town and you have to be prepared to walk away if the deal isnt what you want (dont be a dick about it though, you may not get a better deal elsewhere). As for the 1000$ and 0%, if you say you are young, that to me means you probably have very little credit history. Its worth giving a shot but it also means that if you dont qualify, the next best place will probably give you a double digit APR financing rate. All you have to do is ask for a no bullshit OTD price that includes the 1000$ off. Around here, I was given a price of 10.6$ OTD on a new 2011 GSXR600. Id imagine a 2012 will probably run an extra 600$ -1000$. This is very vague, but the best thing to do is either call or email someone from a Suzuki dealership and ask for an OTD price and work from there.

Note that the 0% and 1000$ runs through the end of this month.

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Originally Posted by kaiserz

Hahaha Ayt bro XD

Damn that thing looks hot!

DO EEEEET

kaiserz · March 20th, 2012, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

DO EEEEET

Need to wait XD need to save up some money first XD

kaiserz · March 20th, 2012, 06:54 PM

But mann that cbr 600 feels perfect when I sat on one this afternoon......

Liist · March 20th, 2012, 07:37 PM

Burningscooter, I went to the dealership and as I expected, my credit score sucks -- hopefully just because I haven't built much up yet. Only have two credits cards and a cell phone plan for about a year.

I thought the plan was too good to be true, and the dealership was well aware of the deal, which meant no flexibility in taking off some of the BS fees. Wouldn't want to deal with them anyway because their service is rated very, very low on Google Reviews.

burningscooter · March 21st, 2012, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by kaiserz

But mann that cbr 600 feels perfect when I sat on one this afternoon......

Nice. The CBR is such a light bike, its crazy. For me, in terms of fit, it went: gsxr, zx6r, cbr, R6. I was dead set on an R6 too, but you know, things change, that and I wanted the Brembos, the Showas, and the different drive modes.

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Originally Posted by Liist

Burningscooter, I went to the dealership and as I expected, my credit score sucks -- hopefully just because I haven't built much up yet. Only have two credits cards and a cell phone plan for about a year.

I thought the plan was too good to be true, and the dealership was well aware of the deal, which meant no flexibility in taking off some of the BS fees. Wouldn't want to deal with them anyway because their service is rated very, very low on Google Reviews.

Yeah man, service is going to vary from dealership to dealership. Most places, are willing to work with you from my own experience. They are trying to sell especially with riding season approaching.

As for your credit, yes, you probably dont have enough credit history to qualify for the 0% but I wouldnt worry to much about it. Just be responsible with your money/credit cards/CREDIT! and in a couple years youll be able to get the bike that YOU want. Never take on more than you can handle. Bad marks on your credit can be, life changing.

kaiserz · March 21st, 2012, 07:06 AM

Yeah, The drive mode is one thing I really like about the gxr. But when I sat on that cbr... it's just clicked... I can't wait... (Needs to go study know so he can get a much better job)

THE BIG SITT · March 21st, 2012, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by kaiserz

Yeah, The drive mode is one thing I really like about the gxr. But when I sat on that cbr... it's just clicked... I can't wait... (Needs to go study know so he can get a much better job)

I hope you're studying some grammar

OP, do you ever use the drive mode selector?

burningscooter · March 21st, 2012, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by kaiserz

Yeah, The drive mode is one thing I really like about the gxr. But when I sat on that cbr... it's just clicked... I can't wait... (Needs to go study know so he can get a much better job)

I dont know what you do, but study hard man, or sell that ninja. lol

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Originally Posted by THE BIG SITT

I hope you're studying some grammar

OP, do you ever use the drive mode selector?

Yes, I use B mode quite often. When Im just cruising around, I am in B mode. When I am on the highway/freeway, I usually roll in A mode. The power difference is very distinctive.

Kstorm21 · March 21st, 2012, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by THE BIG SITT

drive mode selector?

also, can you explain that that does?

burningscooter · March 21st, 2012, 01:55 PM

@Kstorm21 There are two different modes on the new GSXR600. A mode and B mode. A mode is essentially riding the bike with full power where as B mode can also be called "rain mode", where it cuts off quite a bit of power.

Essentially, you can just use B mode to learn the bike and get comfortable with it. Once you feel that you can handle it, switch to A and its a completely different bike. lol

Kstorm21 · March 21st, 2012, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

@Kstorm21 There are two different modes on the new GSXR600. A mode and B mode. A mode is essentially riding the bike with full power where as B mode can also be called "rain mode", where it cuts off quite a bit of power.

Essentially, you can just use B mode to learn the bike and get comfortable with it. Once you feel that you can handle it, switch to A and its a completely different bike. lol

That's pretty awesome!

kaiserz · March 21st, 2012, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by THE BIG SITT

I hope you're studying some grammar

OP, do you ever use the drive mode selector?

Hahaha I don't think that's grammar. But I do believe that I need to check my spelling hahahaha (;

etiainen · March 21st, 2012, 08:22 PM

It is grammar. 'Know' is correctly spelt. You used it in the wrong context.

kaiserz · March 21st, 2012, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

I dont know what you do, but study hard man, or sell that ninja. lol.

Thanks bro, I used to be a computer science student back in my country(3rd year in college), when I got here the tuition was way too expensive for me thus I just started working. I worked hard, from a mere busboy/dishwasher I made my way up to management position (: Last month I was offered to manage my own store, but I refused. I still want to pursue "computers". My long term goal is to finish BSCS (But that's going to take a while to achieve) So I'm thinking of first getting certified in A+, Networking+ and CCNA and hopefully get a job in the computer industry and then I would go after my bachelors degree.

I WILL NEVER SELL THE NINJA (just not yet >_< even if I sell it, it's still not practical for me to get a replacement)

kaiserz · March 21st, 2012, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by etiainen

It is grammar. 'Know' is correctly spelt. You used it in the wrong context.

I meant to type "no" thus making the word not spelled correctly, but yeah

.... Good thing there's what we call "context clues". This is why I love this forum, the forum members here are very "educated"

Also next time I'm going to make sure to double check my grammar

it's going to be hard cause I just glance at stuff cause I'm at work, anyway my apologies if I offend anyone for using "know" instead of "No"

etiainen · March 21st, 2012, 08:37 PM

You mean now?

Lest I am reading that wrong.

But also I am a CS student

Hopefully graduating this spring

kaiserz · March 21st, 2012, 08:50 PM

Hahaha XD yeah now! hahahhaha geez I really need to take some snooze... I'm really tired from a 12 hour day at work D:

kaiserz · March 21st, 2012, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by etiainen

But also I am a CS student

Hopefully graduating this spring

Nice nice (: Greetings fellow CS student, I wish you all the best and good luck with your CS career

etiainen · March 21st, 2012, 08:57 PM

Haha thanks! Gotta finish finals for this term this week though:/

burningscooter · March 22nd, 2012, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by kaiserz

So I'm thinking of first getting certified in A+, Networking+ and CCNA and hopefully get a job in the computer industry and then I would go after my bachelors degree.

I WILL NEVER SELL THE NINJA (just not yet >_< even if I sell it, it's still not practical for me to get a replacement)

Cool man. As someone who works in the Networking field ( sr. network engineer, you wouldnt believe it if i didnt tell you.

), skip all the CompTIA certs and go straight for the Cisco one and then climb that Cisco ladder.

Hope it all works out for you man. There is excellent money in the network engineering field. Its just a matter of getting your foot through the door.

Good Luck.

kaiserz · March 23rd, 2012, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

Cool man. As someone who works in the Networking field ( sr. network engineer, you wouldnt believe it if i didnt tell you.

), skip all the CompTIA certs and go straight for the Cisco one and then climb that Cisco ladder.

Hope it all works out for you man. There is excellent money in the network engineering field. Its just a matter of getting your foot through the door.

Good Luck.

Wow! Thank you Mr. Sr. Network engineer

, Do you really think that it's much better for me to go straight to CCNA? Cause I'm thinking that I might not get a job right away if I just go the ccna path (I believe that a lot of positions open for that require at least some computer field job experience and also I don't have any bachelors degree ): ) I'm really confuse, I don't know what to do ):

burningscooter · March 23rd, 2012, 02:21 PM

Its true, most network engineering positions do require you have some experience or have a degree in a related field. The caveat is that the turnover rate is so high in this field that the positions need to be filled! This is coming from a contractor POV of course.

I still say skip the A+/Network+ (unless you are trying to do deskside) and go straight for the networking job. Once you get the network engineering title, its a whole new ballgame. If you want specifics, get at me via PM. lol

kaiserz · March 24th, 2012, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burningscooter

Its true, most network engineering positions do require you have some experience or have a degree in a related field. The caveat is that the turnover rate is so high in this field that the positions need to be filled! This is coming from a contractor POV of course.

I still say skip the A+/Network+ (unless you are trying to do deskside) and go straight for the networking job. Once you get the network engineering title, its a whole new ballgame. If you want specifics, get at me via PM. lol

Yes sir I do

burningscooter · April 9th, 2012, 04:44 AM

Its been a while since Ive posted a picture in here so, heres a picture of the bike when I went out to go look at new helmets and what not.

THE BIG SITT · April 9th, 2012, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

Its been a while since Ive posted a picture in here so, heres a picture of the bike when I went out to go look at new helmets and what not.

What's wrong with that one?!

burningscooter · April 9th, 2012, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by THE BIG SITT

What's wrong with that one?!

Lol. There's nothing wrong. I just have a few complaints. Already have the new one chosen. Will order later today for sure.

THE BIG SITT · April 9th, 2012, 01:57 PM

What'd ya get? Is that the GP-Tech in the pic? What don't you like?

That's it for my questions for now

burningscooter · April 9th, 2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by THE BIG SITT

What'd ya get? Is that the GP-Tech in the pic? What don't you like?

That's it for my questions for now

I thought I was going to order today but I am currently torn between these helmets.

shoei rf1100

hjc rps10 ben spies monster helmet replica

Got excellent pricing for both. They both have a very similar fit and are both snug. I am just kind of torn at the moment. Im sure I will for sure order tomorrow though. I guess I just need to sleep on it.

And yes, that is the Five Continents AGV GP Tech. What I currently dislike is that it isnt as snug as I would like, and the brow part of the eye port sticks out just a little to far so it kind of obstruct your view when your in the tucked position.

Kstorm21 · April 9th, 2012, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burningscooter

I thought I was going to order today but I am currently torn between these helmets.

shoei rf1100

hjc rps10 ben spies monster helmet replica

Got excellent pricing for both. They both have a very similar fit and are both snug. I am just kind of torn at the moment. Im sure I will for sure order tomorrow though. I guess I just need to sleep on it.

And yes, that is the Five Continents AGV GP Tech. What I currently dislike is that it isnt as snug as I would like, and the brow part of the eye port sticks out just a little to far so it kind of obstruct your view when your in the tucked position.

I'm gonna go with the MONSTER helmet only cause I love monsters.

Plus, everyone does the plan black...blah! At least with the monster logo you'll be a little more visible.

burningscooter · April 10th, 2012, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Kstorm21

I'm gonna go with the MONSTER helmet only cause I love monsters.

Plus, everyone does the plan black...blah! At least with the monster logo you'll be a little more visible.

Its because matte black will always be in

. As for visibility etc, at this juncture, I have decided that regardless of what colors/brightness, if people arent paying attention to the road and those occupying it, whether or not they see me has nothing to do with what Im wearing. As you can see, my current helmet is pretty bright, and i wear a white jacket. I stand out for sure, but, if someone is going to kill me, they will. lol

THE BIG SITT · April 10th, 2012, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by burningscooter

I thought I was going to order today but I am currently torn between these helmets.

shoei rf1100

hjc rps10 ben spies monster helmet replica

Got excellent pricing for both. They both have a very similar fit and are both snug. I am just kind of torn at the moment. Im sure I will for sure order tomorrow though. I guess I just need to sleep on it.

And yes, that is the Five Continents AGV GP Tech. What I currently dislike is that it isnt as snug as I would like, and the brow part of the eye port sticks out just a little to far so it kind of obstruct your view when your in the tucked position.

You're considering going from AGV to HJC? Maybe its just me, but it seems like a step in the wrong direction

burningscooter · April 10th, 2012, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by THE BIG SITT

You're considering going from AGV to HJC? Maybe its just me, but it seems like a step in the wrong direction

youre not wrong, I know what I currently have and what Im considering.

The RPS10 has very good reviews and fits very well, similar to the RF1100. Still considering. Havent decided yet.

First World Problems. lol

March 18th, 2012, 03:02 PM	#42
saxnbass ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Nashville, TN Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 CBR600rr Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	I dig that AGV helmet. __________________________________________________ My Mods \| My Bike's Ninjette Thread

March 18th, 2012, 12:57 PM	#41
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	Was out riding today. Snapped a quick picture when i stopped to get a couple of redbulls.

March 18th, 2012, 06:41 PM	#45
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Looking nice bro, looking nice. I can't wait to have my own bigger bike. If I get 6k saddle miles this season I'll try to get a much bigger one next year.

March 19th, 2012, 11:48 PM	#47
Liist ninjette.org guru Name: David Location: Florida Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 357	I had no interest on the GSXR until today. I saw the $1000 off coupon and it said I might qualify for 0% financing (doubtful as I'm quite young). Can you guide me through how to deal with the dealership? I want the best deal possible plus slap that $1,000 off at the very end

March 20th, 2012, 08:28 AM	#48
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Hahaha Ayt bro XD Damn that thing looks hot!

March 20th, 2012, 06:54 PM	#51
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	But mann that cbr 600 feels perfect when I sat on one this afternoon......

March 20th, 2012, 07:37 PM	#52
Liist ninjette.org guru Name: David Location: Florida Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 357	Burningscooter, I went to the dealership and as I expected, my credit score sucks -- hopefully just because I haven't built much up yet. Only have two credits cards and a cell phone plan for about a year. I thought the plan was too good to be true, and the dealership was well aware of the deal, which meant no flexibility in taking off some of the BS fees. Wouldn't want to deal with them anyway because their service is rated very, very low on Google Reviews.

March 21st, 2012, 07:06 AM	#54
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Yeah, The drive mode is one thing I really like about the gxr. But when I sat on that cbr... it's just clicked... I can't wait... (Needs to go study know so he can get a much better job)

March 21st, 2012, 01:55 PM	#58
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	@Kstorm21 There are two different modes on the new GSXR600. A mode and B mode. A mode is essentially riding the bike with full power where as B mode can also be called "rain mode", where it cuts off quite a bit of power. Essentially, you can just use B mode to learn the bike and get comfortable with it. Once you feel that you can handle it, switch to A and its a completely different bike. lol

March 21st, 2012, 08:22 PM	#61
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	It is grammar. 'Know' is correctly spelt. You used it in the wrong context.

March 21st, 2012, 08:37 PM	#64
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 mean now? Lest I am reading that wrong. But also I am a CS student Hopefully graduating this spring

March 21st, 2012, 08:50 PM	#65
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Hahaha XD yeah now! hahahhaha geez I really need to take some snooze... I'm really tired from a 12 hour day at work D:

March 21st, 2012, 08:57 PM	#67
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	Haha thanks! Gotta finish finals for this term this week though:/

March 23rd, 2012, 02:21 PM	#70
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	Its true, most network engineering positions do require you have some experience or have a degree in a related field. The caveat is that the turnover rate is so high in this field that the positions need to be filled! This is coming from a contractor POV of course. I still say skip the A+/Network+ (unless you are trying to do deskside) and go straight for the networking job. Once you get the network engineering title, its a whole new ballgame. If you want specifics, get at me via PM. lol

April 9th, 2012, 04:44 AM	#72
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	Its been a while since Ive posted a picture in here so, heres a picture of the bike when I went out to go look at new helmets and what not.

April 9th, 2012, 01:57 PM	#75
THE BIG SITT ninjette.org sage Name: Andy Location: Indianapolis Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 771	What'd ya get? Is that the GP-Tech in the pic? What don't you like? That's it for my questions for now