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Sportbike: '02 Ninja 250 with More $ in Mods Than I Care to Admit
Going to be Using my 250 for Some Touring...
Well, this is probably crazy, but this next spring I'm going to be using my 250 for some touring.
Probably some longer rides and some two-up riding.
I know it can handle two-up riding on the highway, I've done it before...and with the suspension upgrades I'm not worried about going a ways on the road with me and the lady on the back.
It's probably a bit crazy to try using such a small bike for some large trips...but I'm going to give it a try anyways.
I'm looking into possibly getting a bigger, older bike to use for some serious touring...like maybe a ZZR-1200 or an older Concours...but for the time being my 250 will have to work!!!
Wish me luck!!!!
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2002 Kawasaki Ninja 250--SV-650 rear shock, Sonic Springs .80kg/mm front springs, ZX-2R graphics, flush mount front signals, tail pod rear signals, Kerker 2-1 race pipe, Factory Pro Stage 3 jet kit, UNI pod filters, ZG Double Bubble, Custom Creations soft vinyl seat cover, Kawi Green rim stripes, carbon brake fluid cap, carbon control levers, No Rear Fender, Yamaha R1 Style Mirrors, V-LEDs.com H4 HID Kit, Nelson Rigg Silver Streak Mini Saddle Bags, Rapid Transit Recon Tank Bag, Various Manufacturers Decals
Posts: 9,393
Casino Cash: $60358
Sportbike: '02 Ninja 250 with More $ in Mods Than I Care to Admit
Man, I just found the perfect bike for using as a touring bike on Ebay...it's a Kawasaki ZG-1000 Concours in great shape...only $1299 with buy it now.
Too bad I don't have $1300...
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Colts, 49ers, Lions, 2008 Stanley Cup Champion Red Wings, Tigers, Pistons, MSU Spartans, USC Trojans, LSU Tigers
2008 SBN CBS Sportsline Fantasy Football League Champion
2002 Kawasaki Ninja 250--SV-650 rear shock, Sonic Springs .80kg/mm front springs, ZX-2R graphics, flush mount front signals, tail pod rear signals, Kerker 2-1 race pipe, Factory Pro Stage 3 jet kit, UNI pod filters, ZG Double Bubble, Custom Creations soft vinyl seat cover, Kawi Green rim stripes, carbon brake fluid cap, carbon control levers, No Rear Fender, Yamaha R1 Style Mirrors, V-LEDs.com H4 HID Kit, Nelson Rigg Silver Streak Mini Saddle Bags, Rapid Transit Recon Tank Bag, Various Manufacturers Decals
Posts: 9,393
Casino Cash: $60358
Sportbike: '02 Ninja 250 with More $ in Mods Than I Care to Admit
No, my price range for the touring bike is going to be up to about $2.5k...but right now I've got to put all of my extra money towards my wedding and subsequent honeymoon.
Basically, it's the perfect bike, at the absolute opposite of perfect time!!!!
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Colts, 49ers, Lions, 2008 Stanley Cup Champion Red Wings, Tigers, Pistons, MSU Spartans, USC Trojans, LSU Tigers
2008 SBN CBS Sportsline Fantasy Football League Champion
2002 Kawasaki Ninja 250--SV-650 rear shock, Sonic Springs .80kg/mm front springs, ZX-2R graphics, flush mount front signals, tail pod rear signals, Kerker 2-1 race pipe, Factory Pro Stage 3 jet kit, UNI pod filters, ZG Double Bubble, Custom Creations soft vinyl seat cover, Kawi Green rim stripes, carbon brake fluid cap, carbon control levers, No Rear Fender, Yamaha R1 Style Mirrors, V-LEDs.com H4 HID Kit, Nelson Rigg Silver Streak Mini Saddle Bags, Rapid Transit Recon Tank Bag, Various Manufacturers Decals
Hey, first off "good luck!" with your touring trip. Sounds like a blast, no matter what you're on. Second, if you haven't seen this definitely check it out:
I know riding a Rebel around is a bit different from a Ninjette, but it can't be THAT different. I've always wanted to do some touring, but I think I'll wait until I get my 650R.
Let us know how it goes. Oh, and congrats on the wedding!
Well, this is probably crazy, but this next spring I'm going to be using my 250 for some touring.
Probably some longer rides and some two-up riding.
I know it can handle two-up riding on the highway, I've done it before...and with the suspension upgrades I'm not worried about going a ways on the road with me and the lady on the back.
It's probably a bit crazy to try using such a small bike for some large trips...but I'm going to give it a try anyways.
I'm looking into possibly getting a bigger, older bike to use for some serious touring...like maybe a ZZR-1200 or an older Concours...but for the time being my 250 will have to work!!!
Wish me luck!!!!
I don't think you are crazy at all, I have made two long trips on the ninja 250 and I had a blast -- -- certainly had more fun than I did on the 1000, the 1400 or the 636.
On the way up to Michigan from Georgia, I traveled all interstate because I was in a hurry to see my great-grandchild but on the way back I took my time on two-lane roads. I had so much fun, that I immediately started planning another trip. I would recommend the Alaskan butt pad and a box of cornstarch.
Going to be Using my 250 for Some Touring...
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