NINJA 250R 2007+

ValleySquid · 02-27-2012, 12:38 AM

Yeah! I eventually want to try this bike out, does it feel sort of like our GZ250's?
Power wise I mean..
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blaine · 02-27-2012, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ValleySquid

Yeah! I eventually want to try this bike out, does it feel sort of like our GZ250's?
Power wise I mean..
:hide:

No.The Ninja 250's are very peppy bikes for their size.

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Water Warrior 2 · 02-27-2012, 07:54 AM

V S the Ninja 250 is an entry level sport bike to entice more riders into going big and spending their hard earned dollars. That said, the 250 is a hoot for the folks who want performance on a budget. It generates about 50% more horses than a GZ with no weight penalty. Revs like there is no tomorrow to generate the power.
The bike would handle and ride differently when compared to a GZ. Ergonomics would also make for a different fitting bike. Sure would like to spend an afternoon on one just for the fun of it.

ValleySquid · 02-27-2012, 11:03 AM

Thanks guys! I had the feeling is wasn't the same even though it's the same engine size.
I'll keep my GZ250 and perhaps add a 2007-2008 250r to our garage.. when I finish college that is. LOL.

Water Warrior 2 · 02-27-2012, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ValleySquid

when I finish college that is. LOL.

A big :2tup: . Get educated so you can get a decent job to support the toy purchases.

Road_Clam · 02-27-2012, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ValleySquid

Thanks guys! I had the feeling is wasn't the same even though it's the same engine size.
I'll keep my GZ250 and perhaps add a 2007-2008 250r to our garage.. when I finish college that is. LOL.

Many advanced closed course riding schools use ninja 250's and 500's. The 250's scream ! Ive driven a few. Very smooth power until about 9000 rpm's then hang on they hit pretty hard (for a 250). The are also extremly light and agile. Very successful bike by Kawi. :2tup:

ValleySquid · 02-27-2012, 03:57 PM

Yeah, I have my mind set on this motorcycle school. I think its amazing check this vid out.
I should tell you guys that I'm a passionate MotoGP fan, ever since I saw one race when I was 5.

mrlmd1 · 02-27-2012, 06:48 PM

I had a 2006 Ninja 250, and it was a lot of fun. I wanted to get a sportbike and see what it was all about and get it out of my system. Quicker than the GZ, more nimble, very solid and reliable - a totally different feel and ride to the bike, different riding position but very comfortable Just remember, it's a different style bike altogether. They are a twin cylinder high revving engine, a 6 speed trans, but also get 65 mpg, In the year and a half I had the bike, I never had even a hint of trouble or problem with it and I sold it for more than I paid for it. Like with the GZ's, there is very little difference among the model years except for some very slight styling changes, and many owners actually prefer the mechanicals of the older ones compared to the more recent models. Don't be put off by the fact that's it's only a 250 - that bike will keep up with anything in the twisties, and you can ride it on the highway at 65-70 all day, maybe push it a little higher for a short period or change the gearing if that's what you want to do with it. You can get a good used low mileage one for 1/2- 1/3 the price of a new one. I liked that bike but moved upwards and onwards to another one, which is a sickness we all have for a while.
Go to ninjette.org, it's a great informative and friendly forum, almost as good as this one.

ValleySquid · 02-27-2012, 06:57 PM

Thanks man! I'll definitely check out ninjette.org soon!

Water Warrior 2 · 02-28-2012, 02:16 AM

The price of a 2012 baby ninja is $5000 in the GWN. That would be without dealer fees and taxes. Probably close to $6000 out the door. I can get a slightly better price on a 2 year old new 2010 Suzuki GS 500. Both are vertical twins and sporty enough to scare the crap out of an old guy like me. If a second bike was in the cards I would be hard pressed to make a decision. There are just too many choices without even considering the big super bikes, cruisers and touring monsters. That said.........if I happened across a new in the crate old stock Suzuki C-90(approx 1450 cc) for a silly price I might be reallllllly tempted. They are a nice bike.

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02-27-2012, 11:03 AM	#4
ValleySquid Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 19	Re: NINJA 250R 2007+ Thanks guys! I had the feeling is wasn't the same even though it's the same engine size. I'll keep my GZ250 and perhaps add a 2007-2008 250r to our garage.. when I finish college that is. LOL.
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02-27-2012, 03:57 PM	#7
ValleySquid Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 19	Re: NINJA 250R 2007+ Yeah, I have my mind set on this motorcycle school. I think its amazing check this vid out. I should tell you guys that I'm a passionate MotoGP fan, ever since I saw one race when I was 5.
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02-27-2012, 06:48 PM	#8
mrlmd1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Crawfordville, Florida Posts: 2,853	Re: NINJA 250R 2007+ I had a 2006 Ninja 250, and it was a lot of fun. I wanted to get a sportbike and see what it was all about and get it out of my system. Quicker than the GZ, more nimble, very solid and reliable - a totally different feel and ride to the bike, different riding position but very comfortable Just remember, it's a different style bike altogether. They are a twin cylinder high revving engine, a 6 speed trans, but also get 65 mpg, In the year and a half I had the bike, I never had even a hint of trouble or problem with it and I sold it for more than I paid for it. Like with the GZ's, there is very little difference among the model years except for some very slight styling changes, and many owners actually prefer the mechanicals of the older ones compared to the more recent models. Don't be put off by the fact that's it's only a 250 - that bike will keep up with anything in the twisties, and you can ride it on the highway at 65-70 all day, maybe push it a little higher for a short period or change the gearing if that's what you want to do with it. You can get a good used low mileage one for 1/2- 1/3 the price of a new one. I liked that bike but moved upwards and onwards to another one, which is a sickness we all have for a while. Go to ninjette.org, it's a great informative and friendly forum, almost as good as this one.
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02-27-2012, 06:57 PM	#9
ValleySquid Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 19	Re: NINJA 250R 2007+ Thanks man! I'll definitely check out ninjette.org soon!
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02-28-2012, 02:16 AM	#10
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: NINJA 250R 2007+ The price of a 2012 baby ninja is $5000 in the GWN. That would be without dealer fees and taxes. Probably close to $6000 out the door. I can get a slightly better price on a 2 year old new 2010 Suzuki GS 500. Both are vertical twins and sporty enough to scare the crap out of an old guy like me. If a second bike was in the cards I would be hard pressed to make a decision. There are just too many choices without even considering the big super bikes, cruisers and touring monsters. That said.........if I happened across a new in the crate old stock Suzuki C-90(approx 1450 cc) for a silly price I might be reallllllly tempted. They are a nice bike.
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