Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

[wallpapers123]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Was that a taunt buddy? I am sorry if I am not as technically inclined as you are my friend. That's how you quote people out of context I guess. I think I made myself clear that I am not the right person to give you the technical side of things.

Not at all man.. just that I didn't think such a small change would improve performance too. As a matter of fact, I was thinking doing something similar to my D200 too.!

[Sachinnair]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hi buddy great to hear u rode that much..... Happy and safe riding again... I had one query ... Did you not face ground clearance issues... Since the GC of the ninja is 130mm... I m planning to get lehd this June and thinking of taking the ninja there... (i have a royal enfield as well but I prefer the kwacker because of its reliability)... Any mods you did before embarking on that trip (skid plates or getting a free flow silencer to inc the G)
Also even i just changed to Michelin PR2 180/55 for the rear and pr2 again for the front as the feedback is great... So i think gripping won't be an issue right...?
Thnx in advance

As a solo rider I have never faced Ground clearance issues with my bike but yes with pillion the ground clearance is a challenge.

[chinmayakar]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

I didn't know a lighter sprocket would improve the throttle response! I thought it was just a weight saving thing.. Thanks for the Info Mate!! I guess on the bad side of 30s, you do get a little bit wiser!!

Was that a taunt buddy? I am sorry if I am not as technically inclined as you are my friend. That's how you quote people out of context I guess. I think I made myself clear that I am not the right person to give you the technical side of things.

[wallpapers123]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

The thing that made me change the sprocket, is of course the weight. It is very light. There is considerable difference in weight between the stock sprocket and the aluminium one I put. Due to this, when I release the throttle, the response is more immediate. The minimal lag that you feel between wristing of throttle and movement of rear tyre is almost 0 in my case. I get wheelspins all the way up till 4th gear if I am not careful with the throttle.

I had also installed similar light weight sprocket on my 300, but in Titanium, and was more than happy, hence we replicated the same on my 650, but using aluminium this time, as titanium wasn't available.

I didn't know a lighter sprocket would improve the throttle response! I thought it was just a weight saving thing.. Thanks for the Info Mate!! I guess on the bad side of 30s, you do get a little bit wiser!!

[lucifer_abhi]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

There are no issues which 180 section has. As i said i just did a 7500 kms trip on them across all types of terrains and I had no issues. Got 27.2 kmpl mileage and no issues in top speed, cornering, wet roads, gravel, no roads, etc.

You can buy angel st / gt if you are okay paying the extra moolah. Else pr2 is equally good.

I cant comment on diablo. Never used them.

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Hi buddy great to hear u rode that much..... Happy and safe riding again... I had one query ... Did you not face ground clearance issues... Since the GC of the ninja is 130mm... I m planning to get lehd this June and thinking of taking the ninja there... (i have a royal enfield as well but I prefer the kwacker because of its reliability)... Any mods you did before embarking on that trip (skid plates or getting a free flow silencer to inc the G)
Also even i just changed to Michelin PR2 180/55 for the rear and pr2 again for the front as the feedback is great... So i think gripping won't be an issue right...?
Thnx in advance

[lucifer_abhi]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hey guys... Just got a second hand Kwacker 2013 may model this Oct.. Gifted it to self on my birthday


I am thinking of getting my kwacker a complete wrap.. No offences to anyone but the candy lime orange fascinates me more.. I had got a helmet even before getting the bike (SOL SL68S UNICORN matte orange) .... But the wrapmeup guy is asking for a lot i.e 16ks....i stay in pune and m planning to get lehd this June....
Some of the questions that crossed my mind are
1. Do the 3m quality wraps stay for long... I mean during cleaning and washing don't they get ripped off...
2. Does the paint under the wraps go bad once u want to remove them...
3. I m thinking of orange matte with satin blue graphics...
4. I plan to get it done from a guy who modifies cars and bikes(Ground Designs in Akurdi, Pune.. Hes asking <5k for it and promises to use 3m taping)
5. Suggestions are most welcome.

Regards
Abhishek

[Deathwing]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

I am yet to see a guy who crashed his bike himself ! Just some biking law I guess.

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It was his brother... He's more used to a bullet 500, ninja 650 is a different kettle of fish, ABS is necessary on these type of bikes, suggested him to get steel braided brakelines for better feedback, this was the first 650 I rode, and immediately I understood the power shouldn't be messed with as the torque comes in at 3000-5000rpm itself, maybe I'm wrong but yeah after riding this , rode a benelli 600 and that felt a bit underpowered but it felt like very very usuable in the city apart from the weight.

[dustom_99]

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Hey one of my friends who owns a ninja had his bike crashed by his brother duno how, the damages are the full fairing,he said the rest of the bike is fine, like sensors, odo meter, chassis. Handle bar, here are a couple of pics .

I am yet to see a guy who crashed his bike himself ! Just some biking law I guess.

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[Deathwing]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hey one of my friends who owns a ninja had his bike crashed by his brother duno how, the damages are the full fairing,he said the rest of the bike is fine, like sensors, odo meter, chassis. Handle bar, here are a couple of pics .

[Shashank Suresh]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hi, no, it wont void the warranty as it takes the reading from Obd port on the 650. We haven't cut any wires. So if required we can just unplug it, you know what I mean

HAHA cool man I need one for my TNT 300... Need to figure out if we have a port where in I can plug it in.

[chinmayakar]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

I love the mods. The bike looks gorgeous.

Installing the gear indicator will void the warranty right ?

Hi, no, it wont void the warranty as it takes the reading from Obd port on the 650. We haven't cut any wires. So if required we can just unplug it, you know what I mean

[Shashank Suresh]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hello Guys!! A belated Happy New Year!!! It has been almost 2 months and 4600 KMs since I got my 2015 colour edition (one with Green rear suspension) Ninja 650. To begin with I had a Ninja 300 before my 650, and like any bikes I had owned in the past, my 300 was customised too to my taste and requirements. However, one fine sunny day in November, I had a never before urge to upgrade to a bigger bike (I am an impulsive buyer, the urge is like an itch). The reasons with which I tried to convince myself were:

I love the mods. The bike looks gorgeous.

Installing the gear indicator will void the warranty right ?

[Ashish Hegde]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hi, I am not that good when it comes to writing or explaining technical matters related to bikes. I am more of "seat of the pants" kind of rider. However, I will try to explain, I am not sure if you will get your answer.

The thing that made me change the sprocket, is of course the weight. It is very light. There is considerable difference in weight between the stock sprocket and the aluminium one I put. Due to this, when I release the throttle, the response is more immediate. The minimal lag that you feel between wristing of throttle and movement of rear tyre is almost 0 in my case. I get wheelspins all the way up till 4th gear if I am not careful with the throttle.

I had also installed similar light weight sprocket on my 300, but in Titanium, and was more than happy, hence we replicated the same on my 650, but using aluminium this time, as titanium wasn't available.

Anyways, if you want to know more, I suggest you get in touch with Vikram from Motozone. He has immense knowledge and can give you the kind of answer you are expecting. Me trying to explain further might be a case of Chinese whispers..

Thanks dude.

[chinmayakar]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Dear Chinmay,

Please advise on how does a sproket change help the bike. Need to know the technicals.

Thanks waiting for your reply

Hi, I am not that good when it comes to writing or explaining technical matters related to bikes. I am more of "seat of the pants" kind of rider. However, I will try to explain, I am not sure if you will get your answer.

The thing that made me change the sprocket, is of course the weight. It is very light. There is considerable difference in weight between the stock sprocket and the aluminium one I put. Due to this, when I release the throttle, the response is more immediate. The minimal lag that you feel between wristing of throttle and movement of rear tyre is almost 0 in my case. I get wheelspins all the way up till 4th gear if I am not careful with the throttle.

I had also installed similar light weight sprocket on my 300, but in Titanium, and was more than happy, hence we replicated the same on my 650, but using aluminium this time, as titanium wasn't available.

Anyways, if you want to know more, I suggest you get in touch with Vikram from Motozone. He has immense knowledge and can give you the kind of answer you are expecting. Me trying to explain further might be a case of Chinese whispers..

[Ashish Hegde]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hello Guys!! A belated Happy New Year!!! It has been almost 2 months and 4600 KMs since I got my 2015 colour edition (one with Green rear suspension) Ninja 650. To begin with I had a Ninja 300 before my 650, and like any bikes I had owned in the past, my 300 was customised too to my taste and requirements. However, one fine sunny day in November, I had a never before urge to upgrade to a bigger bike (I am an impulsive buyer, the urge is like an itch). The reasons with which I tried to convince myself were:

1. I am on the wrong side of 30, and I can already feel a lot of pain on a trip as small as 150 KMs on the 300. How am I supposed to tour the country now [emoji14]
2. My wife was getting impatient with my frequent rides and wanted to ride along, but there is no space for a pillion on the 300, and I love my wife very much. Now I need a bike with a good pillion seat and more power to compensate for her weight

Then what, I roamed around Triumph and Kawasaki showroom in Mumbai trying out everything from Bonneville to Z800 to Benelli before landing in Vashi KTM showroom to have a look at the Ninja 650. It wasn't my first choice, however, given my limited budget of 6 lacs, Ninja 650 ticked all the right boxes. Atleast it seemed like it did. Completed the formalities and I got a fresh piece dispatched from the factory and delivered in a week (atleast this is what the Showroom manager said [emoji14])

650 in its 2015 colour looked great. It looks tall and big. Gets noticed every where and you become an instant celebrity wherever you go. I am used to this having owned a Green Ninja 300 earlier.

I was impressed by the torquey and powerful nature of this motor. I was furthermore impressed with the way she achieves speeds effortlessly. You do 100 Km/hr at as low as 4500 rpm, 6000 rpm sees 130 Km/hr and 10,000 rpm takes you to 200 Km/hr.

However, I also commute on my bike. I dont like to own multiple bikes, one bike should do all. I had some problem initially adjusting to the 200+ Kg weight smooth throttle, smoother clutch, slick gearbox initially in the traffic. I tried to do munch as many kilometers as possible to get used to the weight, power delivery, throttle response and other things. Thus in the process I completed 1000 Kms in just under a week and was at the service centers door-step for my 1st service. Oil, Oil filter replaced, the process of adapting continued. Yes, there were moments when I was frustrated and like a new marriage where you are in doubt if you are with the right partner, I was constantly doubting my decision of getting the 650.

But as days passed, I got used to it, and started loving her more. In under a month I covered 3000 Kms with frequent trips to Lonavala, Charoti and other destinations near Mumbai.

And last week of December I went on the first long tour to Kankavali and Goa on my 650. It was a 1300 KMs round trip covering 4 days with places like Malvan, Tarkarli, Calangute. I had lot of fun on the ride. I was amazed at how fresh I arrived at Kankavali from Mumbai (400 Kms ride). It seemed like I could continue riding all the way to Bangalore. This was a new experience coming from Ninja 300, Duke 200, Pulsar 220. Add to that impressive fuel economy of 25 to 28 kmpl. She attains speeds real quick, is fun to weave through traffic and the stability on highways is awesome.

Today while I complete 2 months and 4600 Kms of ownership it feels fantastic. I no longer doubt my choice. And this is why I decided to go ahead with the mods on my 650 like my earlier bikes. The list of mods include:

1. Metzeler's (stock size, M7 at the rear and M5 at the front)
2. Ohlins rear suspension
3. PZRacing Gear indicator
4. Light weight Aluminium rear sprocket
5. TechSpec tank pads and knee grips
6. Spider handle grips

While I am truly sorry for the long write up, I will let the below pics speak up for themselves

Dear Chinmay,

Please advise on how does a sproket change help the bike. Need to know the technicals.

Thanks waiting for your reply

P.S. Remove all pics before quoting posts with pictures.