Hey guys, so I just got a bike yesterday. Never have ridden before...its a 2007 ninja 250r. I've heard its a good starter bike...only paid $1900 for it and it has just below 1900 miles. I have looked around on the internet and I am just trying to get some opinion, think it would be a good to take it on the highway. ill need to commute everyday and the highway speed limit is 55...I think it would be fine but what about anyone else? thanks a lot
Being a new rider, the freeway will probably scare the crap out of you, so definately get a lot of practice going 55+ before getting on one. You'll know when you are ready (and even then, it will still be a little scary). The 250 is a light bike, so the wind moves it around easily, especially the wind caused by 18-wheelers.
Yeah I figured it would be pretty scary. And I will definitely practice going 55+. So you think it would be ok to drive it on the highway though besides the wind? Like how long would it last at 60 or 65 mph?
At 60 or 65? A long, long time. I was doing 65 on my way to work and was passed by a 250 doing about 75. They top out at near 100. 60-65 is no problem for the little Ninja. Yes, they will be moved around a bit by wind, but that happens on my 600.
Once you get used to the bike and control it properly, I think you'll find highway riding much less stressful than navigating the 'burbs and cities. There are SO many places where things can pop out at you (intersections, left turn lanes, side streets, etc) that highway riding is comparatively relaxing.
Welcome to the forum! Once you get used to freeway speed, riding there is generally safer than riding in town, where intersections, turnings, driveways, and lots of drivers who don't seem to know where they are going and so often make sudden moves make riding more dangerous. Safe and happy riding!
I FINIALLY GET TO WELCOME ONE TO THE FORUM! sorry for caps! welcome, good luck , safe riding and enjoy, that ninja will do just fine as long as you make her do so. be safe , never ride over your head and always be one step ahead of the 4 wheelers. know what they will do before they know! enjoy the wind.... msf... do! never ride next to a cager that has no idea your there, put yourself "IN" their vision or stay out of their way, can't say that any other way...lesson i learned many times and i am new too! ride on.
welcome to the wonderful world of 2 wheels, again MSF class is a great class but remember it gets you prepared to ride in a parking lot, not on the interstate. Take your time, don't ride above your skill level. Practice what you learn at the MSF class around the neighborhood, then town, then working your way on up to the highway.
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