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August 7, 2009 at 12:01 pm in reply to: MY FIRST RIDE ON THE NINJA… OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!!! #21357USViking79Participant
No paulurmston, you are not the only one who felt that way about your first ride on the Ninja. It really is an amazing feeling.
Have you started your safety course yet? Please let us know how that goes.
I’ve had my bike a week, and I can’t figure out why I waited so long either.
USViking79ParticipantThat is a beautiful motorcycle. Very nice.
USViking79ParticipantJackTrade,
I agree with your statements regarding the 250 and the 500. While the price difference was a factor in my decision to buy the 250, appearance also played a role. I imagine a new and improved 500 would be hard for the dealerships to keep in stock.
USViking79ParticipantI am brand new to motorcycling, am 6’2″+, and bought a 2009 Ninja 250r three days ago. Please take my comments with that in mind.
The only other types of motorcycles I have ridden are enduros and dual sports. By design these bikes accommodate taller riders more easily than some sport bikes, the Ninja 250 included. That being said, I feel comfortable on the 250.
My criteria for choosing my first motorcycle were, beginner-friendly performance, reasonable price, ergonomic fit, and aesthetic preference. I plan to use it as a daily commuter and for recreational riding on the weekends.
In my very limited time in the saddle of this machine I feel that it is comfortable for my frame. I took the MSF Basic Rider Course and recommend that you take the Chilean equivalent you mentioned previously.
There are many great motorcycles for the beginner, but these are my thoughts about the Ninja 250. Good luck with your decisions and have many safe and fun rides. Please post a picture of your bike when you get it. There is a link to a picture of my bike in my profile if you’re interested.
Ciao!
USViking79ParticipantI took the Basic Rider Course this weekend. It was one of the best things I’ve ever done. I passed written and practical, so I’ll head to the DMV for my “M” rating tomorrow.
Exciting stuff!
USViking79Participant2009 Kawasaki Ninja250r
USViking79ParticipantDo you like the Kawasaki ER-6n? The Gladius looks like a great bike too.
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