Ninja 250R/500R - Page 20

-SpyderPiLot~ · 06-19-2006

ill probably go with the 500 because there is alot of them for sale in my area and ive only found 1 250 for the same price as the 5. I also dont want to get the 650 because im afraid it might be alittle to heavy for me to maneuver or pick up if i bail. And my dad is personally making me take the MSF course, because hes a freak for safety which is cool tho in my opinion, also hes a long time friend with one of the instructors so i might get a discount or special attention or something.

Doing stoppies whats your experiences on them and we're you scared the first time you did it? also will I need to take an advance course to learn how to do the turns where you touch your knee to the ground or will that be taught in regular training?

tycel00 · 06-20-2006

I am rebuilding a '93 250R and need some help.

1) Does anyone have a bike diagram?
2) Where is the fuel adjuster on the carb?

Thanks

Ninja06 · 06-20-2006

For the bike diagram (Fiche) go to http://www.ronayers.com/fiche/getyea...a&groupid=3060

That will get you a start on what goes where. As for the fuel adjuster, I can't help but I know someone else can. Good luck on the rebuild. Stick some photo's up so we can see the progress.

cpslaughter · 06-23-2006

hi all ,

I just put an exhaust system on a 500, and I hate it . It's not very good, but at least it was cheap . I think I'm going to swap it for a full Muzzy system. now that I have rejetted my carburetors for the system that I don't like , do I need to rejet them again when I put the Muzzy on?

Lacessit · 06-24-2006

More help...

I'm about to buy an 06 500R... how is the reliability on the bike? I plan to keep up on the standard maintenance, but is there cause to pay the extra money for an extended warranty? If so, for how long?

According to my local dealer, standard warranty is good for 1 yr. an extended is 500 for 2 yrs, and it's available to 3(?) yrs. I get the feeling that the extended warranty is just a way for them to make an extra 500 (or it should be).

cpslaughter · 06-25-2006

My 500R rocks! I bought mine in Apr. It has consistently held up to the remarkable challenges I've placed upon it. I'm a little bit hardcore when it comes to the demands I place on my bike. This bike is capable of doing everything I want a motorcycle to do. However , it is not a very fast bike . I live in an area of the mountain's of Virginia where there are many roads with consecutive hairpin turns and downright scary curves. This bike is able to handle them as if I were on a well manicured MOTOGP track . Many people that I've talked to have ridden the 500 for years and been completely satisfied. Although I will certainly stick with Kawasaki bikes, I will probably be trading mine in for a R10 this fall.

Ninja06 · 06-26-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lacessit

More help...

I'm about to buy an 06 500R... how is the reliability on the bike? I plan to keep up on the standard maintenance, but is there cause to pay the extra money for an extended warranty? If so, for how long?

According to my local dealer, standard warranty is good for 1 yr. an extended is 500 for 2 yrs, and it's available to 3(?) yrs. I get the feeling that the extended warranty is just a way for them to make an extra 500 (or it should be).

In my opinion, I purchase the extended warranty (4 Years) for my 06' 250R. I wasn't going to but I figure if anything goes wrong with it, I have a full 5 Years NOT to worry about it. It covers everything but wear items @ just under $400.00 added to the price of the bike. Not so bad because I talked em' down a bit and that basically cover the price of the warranty.

TR23 · 06-26-2006

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Originally Posted by Ninja06

In my opinion, I purchase the extended warranty (4 Years) for my 06' 250R. I wasn't going to but I figure if anything goes wrong with it, I have a full 5 Years NOT to worry about it. It covers everything but wear items @ just under $400.00 added to the price of the bike. Not so bad because I talked em' down a bit and that basically cover the price of the warranty.

wow thats a deal!

Lacessit · 06-28-2006

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Originally Posted by TR23

wow thats a deal!

That is a deal... I didn't get anything close to that offered... so I turned it down. As it stands, I've made the buy.. I'm now the proud owner of a Red 06 500R (Ex500 as far as my insurance co. is concerned).

However, everyone at the dealer I've gone through seems to be an idiot:
* They didn't have an owner's manual for me so I'll have to stop back in to pick it up
* It took them 2.5 hours to get my bike set up for me to drive it away, wasting the clear skies, and forcing me to ride home in the rain.
*They couldn't even tell me what the first service interval is, or what the break-in procedure should be. (500 miles, and read the sticker on the tank guys).

My impression? Wow! I think I'm going to be a very happy guy. It proved very nimble. Even in the rain (with a freakin' 3/4 loaner lid from my harley buddy) it brought one helluva smile to my face. Tomarrow I'll find a full face helmet, and prepare for the MSF course.

All that said, and I appologize for the short novel; I'd like to thank everyone from this forum for their help and information. Even though I've only been registered for a short time, I've been lurking and reading for some time. The information I found here greatly assisted me in my purchase.

Gladiator · 06-28-2006

EX500 is my first bike - bought 2 wekks ago. Is there fuel level indicator in Ninja EX500 models? cos when i ran out of gas on freeway i was pschyed for a moment got into shoulder - cop stopped asking if everything is ok - then i turned knob to reserve and started driving. dont want to happen again - can we add a custome fule level indicator to Ninja 500R.

Tweek · 07-01-2006

I got my EX500 on Tuesday. I've only had time to put 14 miles on it so far

7 of those today after I got up. I'm planning on doing at least 100 miles on the bike this weeekend. I would like to be past the break in period before the end of the month.

I really like the bike. It is too quite though. sounds like a sewing machine.

Oh, I also I got the DVD "Faster". I'll watch it today.

NinjaGirl · 07-01-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gladiator

EX500 is my first bike - bought 2 wekks ago. Is there fuel level indicator in Ninja EX500 models? cos when i ran out of gas on freeway i was pschyed for a moment got into shoulder - cop stopped asking if everything is ok - then i turned knob to reserve and started driving. dont want to happen again - can we add a custome fule level indicator to Ninja 500R.

Nope, no fuel gauge.
Ninja 500R gets about 180 miles per tank (or at least I did), keep track of your miles and know when to use your reserves!

NinjaGirl · 07-01-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tweek

I got my EX500 on Tuesday. I've only had time to put 14 miles on it so far

7 of those today after I got up. I'm planning on doing at least 100 miles on the bike this weeekend. I would like to be past the break in period before the end of the month.

I really like the bike. It is too quite though. sounds like a sewing machine.

Oh, I also I got the DVD "Faster". I'll watch it today.

Time to change out your exhaust....this is what I had!!! They ROCK!!!
http://www.motovelocidade.com/sarachu.html

ervins · 07-02-2006

FASTER is a badas-s movie...Sick how fast they go.

Tweek · 07-02-2006

Ok, I want past the break-in as quick as possible. 4K RPM in 6th gear = 50mph! crap! It will take like 10 hours of riding to break it in at that rate.

Lacessit · 07-03-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tweek

Ok, I want past the break-in as quick as possible. 4K RPM in 6th gear = 50mph! crap! It will take like 10 hours of riding to break it in at that rate.

LOL!

I'm in the same boat man. I have about 200 miles clocked so far, but not going over 4k RPM is killing me. Still, this bike is great aside from a vibration in the fairing that rubs against the tank at idle. I have to find out how to stop that before it drives me mad.

chimera · 07-04-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lacessit

LOL!

I'm in the same boat man. I have about 200 miles clocked so far, but not going over 4k RPM is killing me. Still, this bike is great aside from a vibration in the fairing that rubs against the tank at idle. I have to find out how to stop that before it drives me mad.

+1 on the break-in.....I hated that period!
Also, the vibration does suck, a good thing to do is to check that the screws and such are tight, it helps a little, I found mine were not screwed in enough, anyway, fixed them and vibration wasn't as bad.

btw..I LOVE MY 500R!

did my first loong trip on Canada Day....about 300kms!

Tweek · 07-05-2006

I'm really enjoying my 500R. I'm up to 70 miles now(I don't get a lot of free time to go play).

I read Twist of the Wrist II which helped me a bit. I'm working on placing my weight more on the foot pegs and not trying to balance on the seat so much. It does make a huge difference when turning.

One thing though that confuses me is the author's suggestion to "turn quicker". i'm not sure what he means. He also makes this statement along with the observation that many riders lean too much for the corner they are taking and the speed they are taking it at. I really don't get this. Anybody wanna take a shot at illuminating it for me?

3x500r · 07-06-2006

Sorry I haven't posted more often. My 500 had its compression give out while on the I-10 freeway. Even had coolant leaking from both sides of heads. Luckily I got the extended warranty - only a year old. It may be up for sale when it gets back. I saw the new ZX-14 at the dealer and liked it so much I now own one. Very nice, definatly not a beginners bike. Still thinking about keeping the 500 though.

Gladiator · 07-10-2006

yup its tests your patience....i hopelessly watch all vehicles passing me since could not cross 4x1000 rpm. i tried to stick to strict 4K rpm but most of the time i was either at 4500rpm sometimes even at 5000rpm. i got past 500miles yesterday and am looking forward for a zipzapzoom rides.
what is the right number miles to take it to first service to dealer?
cheers.....

06-20-2006	#382 (permalink)
tycel00 Newbie Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 3	Need Help with 250R I am rebuilding a '93 250R and need some help. 1) Does anyone have a bike diagram? 2) Where is the fuel adjuster on the carb? Thanks

06-20-2006	#383 (permalink)
Ninja06 Shifting smooth now.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 35	For the bike diagram (Fiche) go to http://www.ronayers.com/fiche/getyea...a&groupid=3060 That will get you a start on what goes where. As for the fuel adjuster, I can't help but I know someone else can. Good luck on the rebuild. Stick some photo's up so we can see the progress. __________________ 2006 Black Ninja 250R "Have fun, Wear Your Gear!"

06-28-2006	#390 (permalink)
Gladiator zipzapzoom Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Rafael, CA Posts: 8	EX500 is my first bike - bought 2 wekks ago. Is there fuel level indicator in Ninja EX500 models? cos when i ran out of gas on freeway i was pschyed for a moment got into shoulder - cop stopped asking if everything is ok - then i turned knob to reserve and started driving. dont want to happen again - can we add a custome fule level indicator to Ninja 500R. Last edited by Gladiator : 06-28-2006 at 07:08 PM.

07-01-2006	#391 (permalink)
Tweek Propensity for velocity Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Flower Mound, TX Posts: 1,952	I got my EX500 on Tuesday. I've only had time to put 14 miles on it so far 7 of those today after I got up. I'm planning on doing at least 100 miles on the bike this weeekend. I would like to be past the break in period before the end of the month. I really like the bike. It is too quite though. sounds like a sewing machine. Oh, I also I got the DVD "Faster". I'll watch it today. __________________ I am part of a redneck agenda

07-02-2006	#394 (permalink)
ervins MOM Sept 2006 Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Castro Valley, CA Posts: 11,826	FASTER is a badas-s movie...Sick how fast they go. __________________ Black 2006 ZX-10R http://cache.www.gametracker.com/ser...0/b_560x95.png

06-19-2006	#381 (permalink)
-SpyderPiLot~ Under Age Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Langley , BC Posts: 2	ill probably go with the 500 because there is alot of them for sale in my area and ive only found 1 250 for the same price as the 5. I also dont want to get the 650 because im afraid it might be alittle to heavy for me to maneuver or pick up if i bail. And my dad is personally making me take the MSF course, because hes a freak for safety which is cool tho in my opinion, also hes a long time friend with one of the instructors so i might get a discount or special attention or something. Doing stoppies whats your experiences on them and we're you scared the first time you did it? also will I need to take an advance course to learn how to do the turns where you touch your knee to the ground or will that be taught in regular training?

06-23-2006	#384 (permalink)
cpslaughter Poser Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 33	hi all , I just put an exhaust system on a 500, and I hate it . It's not very good, but at least it was cheap . I think I'm going to swap it for a full Muzzy system. now that I have rejetted my carburetors for the system that I don't like , do I need to rejet them again when I put the Muzzy on?

06-24-2006	#385 (permalink)
Lacessit Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Morgantown, WV USA Posts: 35	More help... I'm about to buy an 06 500R... how is the reliability on the bike? I plan to keep up on the standard maintenance, but is there cause to pay the extra money for an extended warranty? If so, for how long? According to my local dealer, standard warranty is good for 1 yr. an extended is 500 for 2 yrs, and it's available to 3(?) yrs. I get the feeling that the extended warranty is just a way for them to make an extra 500 (or it should be).

06-25-2006	#386 (permalink)
cpslaughter Poser Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 33	My 500R rocks! I bought mine in Apr. It has consistently held up to the remarkable challenges I've placed upon it. I'm a little bit hardcore when it comes to the demands I place on my bike. This bike is capable of doing everything I want a motorcycle to do. However , it is not a very fast bike . I live in an area of the mountain's of Virginia where there are many roads with consecutive hairpin turns and downright scary curves. This bike is able to handle them as if I were on a well manicured MOTOGP track . Many people that I've talked to have ridden the 500 for years and been completely satisfied. Although I will certainly stick with Kawasaki bikes, I will probably be trading mine in for a R10 this fall.

07-02-2006	#395 (permalink)
Tweek Propensity for velocity Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Flower Mound, TX Posts: 1,952	Ok, I want past the break-in as quick as possible. 4K RPM in 6th gear = 50mph! crap! It will take like 10 hours of riding to break it in at that rate. __________________ I am part of a redneck agenda

07-05-2006	#398 (permalink)
Tweek Propensity for velocity Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Flower Mound, TX Posts: 1,952	I'm really enjoying my 500R. I'm up to 70 miles now(I don't get a lot of free time to go play). I read Twist of the Wrist II which helped me a bit. I'm working on placing my weight more on the foot pegs and not trying to balance on the seat so much. It does make a huge difference when turning. One thing though that confuses me is the author's suggestion to "turn quicker". i'm not sure what he means. He also makes this statement along with the observation that many riders lean too much for the corner they are taking and the speed they are taking it at. I really don't get this. Anybody wanna take a shot at illuminating it for me? __________________ I am part of a redneck agenda

07-06-2006	#399 (permalink)
3x500r ZX14 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Phoenix Posts: 28	Sorry I haven't posted more often. My 500 had its compression give out while on the I-10 freeway. Even had coolant leaking from both sides of heads. Luckily I got the extended warranty - only a year old. It may be up for sale when it gets back. I saw the new ZX-14 at the dealer and liked it so much I now own one. Very nice, definatly not a beginners bike. Still thinking about keeping the 500 though. __________________ 06' ZX-14, 05' 500R

07-10-2006	#400 (permalink)
Gladiator zipzapzoom Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Rafael, CA Posts: 8	yup its tests your patience....i hopelessly watch all vehicles passing me since could not cross 4x1000 rpm. i tried to stick to strict 4K rpm but most of the time i was either at 4500rpm sometimes even at 5000rpm. i got past 500miles yesterday and am looking forward for a zipzapzoom rides. what is the right number miles to take it to first service to dealer? cheers.....