Ninja 250R/500R - Page 57

EARPLUG · 04-07-2008

Don't know where I should toss this, but this looks like a good place. My ninja 250 is supposed to be for commuting ONLY, but I couldn't resist some twisties with some good friends of mine! Looks like someone snapped a cool pic in the process. Enjoy!

lilredridingliz · 04-07-2008

Nice kneedragging! That is a totally cool picture. I can't wait to learn how to do that…!

messer00 · 04-07-2008

Super cool pic !!! - I want to get down that low, but I don't want to dump the bike.

Jrm · 04-10-2008

So.. the rear end of my 2008 250R has managed to collect a lot of mud. Is it safe to blast the rear end with a garden hose or should I play it safe and use a wet microfiber towel?

jaydub77 · 04-10-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jrm

So.. the rear end of my 2008 250R has managed to collect a lot of mud. Is it safe to blast the rear end with a garden hose or should I play it safe and use a wet microfiber towel?

Personally I'd go with a towel...the garden hose might take off all the lube on your chain, but if you have spare chain lube I don't see why not...mud eh? been doing some offroading with your 250R?

hope you get it nice and clean again

EARPLUG · 04-10-2008

Clean and lube your chain prior to spraying the rear. Then if you have to, clean and lube it again after your done. That's your best bet.

chinh9 · 04-10-2008

Anyone know how to change the oil if the center stand is gone? The muzzy kinda did away with that.

chinh9 · 04-10-2008

Also - what oil do you guys recommend? I am thinking repsol?

Jrm · 04-10-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaydub77

Personally I'd go with a towel...the garden hose might take off all the lube on your chain, but if you have spare chain lube I don't see why not...mud eh? been doing some offroading with your 250R?

hope you get it nice and clean again

Haha! No off-roading at all. I seriously have no idea how it got all over. Thanks a lot for your suggestion.

Icky1 · 04-10-2008

I've got a 2005 Kawasaki 250 and I've just replaced the handlebars. I took apart the throttle control, and the cables fell out of their set up in the twist throttle. So now I'm having problems with the throttle either sticking or delaying. Mainly I need help figuring out how it is properly set up so I can get back to riding. Thanks much for any help.

Here are some pictures;

AngelsNeverLose · 04-11-2008

Hey guys, quick simple question...?

i have a 2006 Ninja 500R... if i fill it up with the recommended 89 octane (is that the recommended octane btw??) -

how many miles about will i get from a full tank?? - like after a fill up can i expect to go 150 miles or 250 miles before i run out of gas...??

please let me know, just got my bike and im going out for rides all weekend!!
thanks

tbosch · 04-11-2008

Depends how you ride it. My '05 has just under a 4 gallon tank... approximately 50 mpg, I try to fill 'er up at about 150 miles so I don't have to go on reserve.

AngelsNeverLose · 04-11-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbosch

Depends how you ride it. My '05 has just under a 4 gallon tank... approximately 50 mpg, I try to fill 'er up at about 150 miles so I don't have to go on reserve.

ok.. ill prolly use that as my figure then... and also... do we have a recommended octane to use for the 500r's? I was told to use 89, is that correct, or does it matter?

messer00 · 04-11-2008

Always refer to your owner's manual and it will tell you what to put in it. I had a 500R and if I recall, 87 was okay. My 650R says 91, so I spend the extra change and do what my manual says. Kawi's OM's are great !!!

I'm 240 pounds and I found 45 MPG was the average for me, but I rode it pretty hard. I also went by the 150 rule-of-thumb.

EARPLUG · 04-12-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Icky1

I've got a 2005 Kawasaki 250 and I've just replaced the handlebars. I took apart the throttle control, and the cables fell out of their set up in the twist throttle. So now I'm having problems with the throttle either sticking or delaying. Mainly I need help figuring out how it is properly set up so I can get back to riding. Thanks much for any help.

Here are some pictures;

Two things I had happen to me in the past after changing the bars or installing the Woodcraft risers.

- Grip rubbing on throttle housing or bar-end. Make sure there is enough clearance on both ends.

- Throttle cable position doesn't allow cable to move properly. While installing your bars it is common to move your throttle cable into a position it has never been in before. This can almost act as if there is a kink in the cable. Make sure the cable does not have any sharp bends in it.

Also, the OEM right handlebar has several holes already in it, make sure that you are placing the throttle housing into the right postion so that it locks into place. Post up if you get it fixed and good luck!

lilredridingliz · 04-12-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by AngelsNeverLose

Hey guys, quick simple question...?

i have a 2006 Ninja 500R... if i fill it up with the recommended 89 octane (is that the recommended octane btw??) -

how many miles about will i get from a full tank?? - like after a fill up can i expect to go 150 miles or 250 miles before i run out of gas...??

please let me know, just got my bike and im going out for rides all weekend!!
thanks

The 500R has a 4.8 gallon tank. I haven't really watched my mileage yet, but I expect to go about 200 miles before having to switch to reserve or fill it up again. I believe that the manual says 91 octane. That's what I use because the engine runs smoother and I get better mileage. My bike currently has about 170 miles on the last fill-up.

MurphEX500 · 04-12-2008

Hi Everyone it's riding season again in NE. I just got all my parts in for this year all kinds of goodies for the EX. The only thing I'm going to send it to the shop for is to get the fork seals done. Does anyone know about how many hours of labor this should take? Also curious if I should change out the springs while they have the forks off. The ride has always been smooth and problem free just wasn't sure the shelf life on those bad boys. Hope everyone is enjoying the beginning of the riding season.
Thanks
Eric

MurphEX500 · 04-12-2008

I use 93 Octane and have a 90 EX500 I get about 150 miles to a tank but have changed the exhaust and air box I'm not sure if that would decrease the gas mileage..........

AngelsNeverLose · 04-12-2008

alright, thanks guys... ill use 150/160miles as my mark (im a newer rider so im not going over 6/7rpm's yet) for when i should start looking for a gas station and ill prolly try 91 and see if it runs any different then now (current 87 i think in their from the previous owner..)

and im excited as i now have almost all my gear!! Helmet/Jacket/gloves

thanks for the help...

gatorswamp · 04-13-2008

pics of me at deals gap all day saturday are coming soon! cant wait to go back. its only a 2 hour ride from my house. only saw 2 cops the whole time. and that was at a crash as soon as we got there. after that not one leo. but the parametics were always standing by lol. for now off to the mountain and highway TN70

04-07-2008	#1122 (permalink)
lilredridingliz Addicted to riding… Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Northern California coast Posts: 1,560	Nice kneedragging! That is a totally cool picture. I can't wait to learn how to do that…! __________________ Live to live, ride as often as you can. http://www.myspace.com/rx7babe

04-10-2008	#1130 (permalink)
Icky1 Newbie Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2	I've got a 2005 Kawasaki 250 and I've just replaced the handlebars. I took apart the throttle control, and the cables fell out of their set up in the twist throttle. So now I'm having problems with the throttle either sticking or delaying. Mainly I need help figuring out how it is properly set up so I can get back to riding. Thanks much for any help. Here are some pictures; Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Icky1 : 04-11-2008 at 11:08 AM.

04-12-2008	#1137 (permalink)
MurphEX500 The Boss Join Date: May 2007 Location: Acton MA Posts: 34	Hi Everyone it's riding season again in NE. I just got all my parts in for this year all kinds of goodies for the EX. The only thing I'm going to send it to the shop for is to get the fork seals done. Does anyone know about how many hours of labor this should take? Also curious if I should change out the springs while they have the forks off. The ride has always been smooth and problem free just wasn't sure the shelf life on those bad boys. Hope everyone is enjoying the beginning of the riding season. Thanks Eric __________________ Ride hard but.. Keep it shiny side up :)

04-12-2008	#1138 (permalink)
MurphEX500 The Boss Join Date: May 2007 Location: Acton MA Posts: 34	I use 93 Octane and have a 90 EX500 I get about 150 miles to a tank but have changed the exhaust and air box I'm not sure if that would decrease the gas mileage.......... __________________ Ride hard but.. Keep it shiny side up :)

04-13-2008	#1140 (permalink)
gatorswamp i love swtitchbacks BTK Intermediate Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: East, TN Posts: 236	pics of me at deals gap all day saturday are coming soon! cant wait to go back. its only a 2 hour ride from my house. only saw 2 cops the whole time. and that was at a crash as soon as we got there. after that not one leo. but the parametics were always standing by lol. for now off to the mountain and highway TN70 __________________ 07 Blue 650R Sport Bars 2.0

04-07-2008	#1121 (permalink)
EARPLUG Because it's a good idea Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 24	Don't know where I should toss this, but this looks like a good place. My ninja 250 is supposed to be for commuting ONLY, but I couldn't resist some twisties with some good friends of mine! Looks like someone snapped a cool pic in the process. Enjoy!

04-07-2008	#1123 (permalink)
messer00 Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 759	Super cool pic !!! - I want to get down that low, but I don't want to dump the bike.

04-10-2008	#1124 (permalink)
Jrm Still On The Kickstand BTK Beginner Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 46	So.. the rear end of my 2008 250R has managed to collect a lot of mud. Is it safe to blast the rear end with a garden hose or should I play it safe and use a wet microfiber towel?

04-10-2008	#1126 (permalink)
EARPLUG Because it's a good idea Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 24	Clean and lube your chain prior to spraying the rear. Then if you have to, clean and lube it again after your done. That's your best bet.

04-10-2008	#1127 (permalink)
chinh9 Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 25	Anyone know how to change the oil if the center stand is gone? The muzzy kinda did away with that.

04-10-2008	#1128 (permalink)
chinh9 Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 25	Also - what oil do you guys recommend? I am thinking repsol?

04-11-2008	#1131 (permalink)
AngelsNeverLose Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 24	Hey guys, quick simple question...? i have a 2006 Ninja 500R... if i fill it up with the recommended 89 octane (is that the recommended octane btw??) - how many miles about will i get from a full tank?? - like after a fill up can i expect to go 150 miles or 250 miles before i run out of gas...?? please let me know, just got my bike and im going out for rides all weekend!! thanks

04-11-2008	#1132 (permalink)
tbosch Newbie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern Ohio Posts: 2	Depends how you ride it. My '05 has just under a 4 gallon tank... approximately 50 mpg, I try to fill 'er up at about 150 miles so I don't have to go on reserve.

04-11-2008	#1134 (permalink)
messer00 Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 759	Always refer to your owner's manual and it will tell you what to put in it. I had a 500R and if I recall, 87 was okay. My 650R says 91, so I spend the extra change and do what my manual says. Kawi's OM's are great !!! I'm 240 pounds and I found 45 MPG was the average for me, but I rode it pretty hard. I also went by the 150 rule-of-thumb.

04-12-2008	#1139 (permalink)
AngelsNeverLose Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 24	alright, thanks guys... ill use 150/160miles as my mark (im a newer rider so im not going over 6/7rpm's yet) for when i should start looking for a gas station and ill prolly try 91 and see if it runs any different then now (current 87 i think in their from the previous owner..) and im excited as i now have almost all my gear!! Helmet/Jacket/gloves thanks for the help...

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