Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

[theironhorse99]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hola Petrolhead

An all need breed of bike has taken birth!

Please allow me to present to you the all new 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R!

Press the link below to checkout this hooligan!

https://youtu.be/1OnPW-Em9WA

super congraluations. i would suggest to open a new ownership thread for the might zx-6r

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Actually I also had zeroed in on Michelin PR3. But it comes in 180 spec, while the bike stock is 160. So I don't want to change the stick specification. 180 will be it less flickable, which I want to avoid anytime.

So what I was looking for is 160spec. So if anyone has changed to harder 160, can he share info please...??

i am using the same PR3 180/55 in mine and works fine. you can alternatively look at timsum tyres ( timsun.in) they have both 160/65 and 180/55 options and a re VFM however not meant for high speed riding.

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Hey guys. Need some help. My father has a ninja 650 with a dying battery. Do we have options from a local brand for replacement. The Kawakaski guys are trying to sell him a Japanese Amaron for 15k apparently, which seems like a waste of money.

amaron 9Ah workd just fine. the CCA is bit less than the OEM yuasa but for 1700 bucks its perfect. change every 2.5 years.

[Revminister]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hola Petrolhead

An all need breed of bike has taken birth!

Please allow me to present to you the all new 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R!

Press the link below to checkout this hooligan!

https://youtu.be/1OnPW-Em9WA

[saorabbh]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hello all,

Anybody here recently bought Ninja 650 2018/19?
What are the changes in new model from old model?
I didn't find a separate thread so posting it here.

Check this out!

Ninja 650 2016 vs 2017

There are many changes in new version as compared to old.

[sauravalwaysurs]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hello all,

Anybody here recently bought Ninja 650 2018/19?
What are the changes in new model from old model?
I didn't find a separate thread so posting it here.

[saorabbh]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hi,

I'm about to buy 2016 Ninja 650R Non-ABS ODO-5500kms for 3.6L.
Is it a good deal?
If yes, kindly suggest PDI checkpoints for used bike. i'm new to super-bike category and have no knowledge regarding inspection and all.

Please shade some light here.

Also I own Hero Impulse for my touring purpose and off-road fun. Also used Dominar 400 for touring needs. So upgrading to 650cc bike is big deal for me.
before I dig into user manual, any advise on maintaining bike or purchasing aftermarket accessories will be helpful.

Whoever gave you that theory is wrong. The 180 section tire is better..

If you want 160 section tire.. you can check on the Pirelli Angel GT.. comes in 120 for the front and 160/180 for the rear.. comes with both the specs.

I am using 180 section tires on my 650 for the last 17k kms and i never felt any loss in performance or flickability..

Being Adventure tourer I always used block tread pattern tyres for touring as well as commute, even on Dominar I fitted metzelers Tourance Dual sport tyres.
I do like the dual sport tyres, as they improves stability on bad roads or braking on sandy/gravels. It wont skid on gravels/ wet roads as much as normal street tyres.
this is what I've experienced.

But N650R being a sport tourer, is it a good call to fit something like Dual sport tyres on it.

E.g. Pirelli MT60 RS (Pic below)


Any advice before buying N650R is appreciated.
TIA.

[enfro]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Whoever gave you that theory is wrong. The 180 section tire is better..

If you want 160 section tire.. you can check on the Pirelli Angel GT.. comes in 120 for the front and 160/180 for the rear.. comes with both the specs.

I am using 180 section tires on my 650 for the last 17k kms and i never felt any loss in performance or flickability..

thanks bro...will try the 180 for sure

[rreneav1987]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Actually I also had zeroed in on Michelin PR3. But it comes in 180 spec, while the bike stock is 160. So I don't want to change the stick specification. 180 will be it less flickable, which I want to avoid anytime.

So what I was looking for is 160spec. So if anyone has changed to harder 160, can he share info please...??

Whoever gave you that theory is wrong. The 180 section tire is better..

If you want 160 section tire.. you can check on the Pirelli Angel GT.. comes in 120 for the front and 160/180 for the rear.. comes with both the specs.

I am using 180 section tires on my 650 for the last 17k kms and i never felt any loss in performance or flickability..

[enfro]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Pathpavers from Delhi. You can google it or check their facebook page.

Pirelli Angel GT for both front and back..
Or Michelin Pilot Road 3 up front and back

Actually I also had zeroed in on Michelin PR3. But it comes in 180 spec, while the bike stock is 160. So I don't want to change the stick specification. 180 will be it less flickable, which I want to avoid anytime.

So what I was looking for is 160spec. So if anyone has changed to harder 160, can he share info please...??

[rreneav1987]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hi Guys,
I have clicked 7.5k in my 650. The front tire is fine but the wall building has begun in rear one... The rear is ok. So i think i'll have to change it soon.

Can anyone suggest which tire to get and from where should I get it changed in Delhi NCR?

I mean I don't ride hoolgan way. I am a straight line highway rider and ride with ease. What I'm looking foris not a soft compound. Hard compound will Also work.

Thanks

Pathpavers from Delhi. You can google it or check their facebook page.

Pirelli Angel GT for both front and back..
Or Michelin Pilot Road 3 up front and back

[enfro]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hi Guys,
I have clicked 7.5k in my 650. The front tire is fine but the wall building has begun in rear one... The rear is ok. So i think i'll have to change it soon.

Can anyone suggest which tire to get and from where should I get it changed in Delhi NCR?

I mean I don't ride hoolgan way. I am a straight line highway rider and ride with ease. What I'm looking foris not a soft compound. Hard compound will Also work.

Thanks

[yathi]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

I am going to go ahead with the ceramic coating soon. My bike is 2 weeks old and I guess I am babying it for now! The ceramic coating differs on how many coats are applied and which product is used. Gyeon Q2 Mohs quartz is among the better products. I am told you need to do a 6 monthly or so "touch up" which costs in the region of Rs. 500. The initial cost is around Rs. 7k for a Ninja 650. I will post my observations and pictures once I get it done. I am getting it done in Mumbai at a place that came highly recommended.

All the best mate, pls do share your observations and pictures...

[ManOnFire]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Adding my 2 cents about ceramic coating. I did a research for one of my friend. I would say, frankly every one is over charging that for now. The key points I understood is given below,

* It won't last many years, if you take care, the actual life is 1+ year
* The actual solution is not so expensive, the process only making it complex.
* Bike needed a neat cleaning and surface adjustment prior to the coating, this is a long process considering your bike paint condition.
* Once the glass coat applied it's need 10-12 hours to settle down, any mistakes happened at this stage will be like a stamp mark on the paint. So definitely they need a paint booth or something where they can leave bike after the glass coating.
* This is not a permanent solution, so similar like tufflon coating you need a maintenance process to follow.

I am going to go ahead with the ceramic coating soon. My bike is 2 weeks old and I guess I am babying it for now! The ceramic coating differs on how many coats are applied and which product is used. Gyeon Q2 Mohs quartz is among the better products. I am told you need to do a 6 monthly or so "touch up" which costs in the region of Rs. 500. The initial cost is around Rs. 7k for a Ninja 650. I will post my observations and pictures once I get it done. I am getting it done in Mumbai at a place that came highly recommended.

[Ajax]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Just for information, what is the AH of battery that the 650 uses? All motorcycle batteries are 12 volts, I'm more concerned about the Amps.

TIA.

I think it comes with a 13AH battery

[yathi]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

I also have asked for a split up of the RTO fees at ANZEN Mumbaifor the 2018 Ninja 650 KRT. I dont believe the customer should pay for shipping and handling fees. If you dont have something in your store how are you selling it to me! And then charging me to get it to your store?! RTO fees should included just that - whatever is passed along to the RTO.

I had a few more questions:

1. ANZEN is offering something called the “ANZEN Glass coating” for Rs. 9900. I am told this is a multi-layer “ceramic” coat for paint protection. It adds 0.3mm thick layer over the paint and all plastics. I believe its applied as a spray on which later solidifies (?). This lasts 3-5 years. Can someone please comment on this and if the 3M paint protection is a better/equally effective option and if it is easier on the wallet.

2. ANZEN is offering following R&G safety accessories bundle for Rs. 26000. Is this reasonable.
a. Frame sliders
b. Swing Arm spool
c. Front axle sliders
d. Radiator guard
e. Tank pad
f. Paddock stand

3. ANZEN is offering a service plan for Rs. 27500 which includes 5 services (including the first service @1000km) and is valid for 2 years. Is this worth buying or its better to pay as you go.

Adding my 2 cents about ceramic coating. I did a research for one of my friend. I would say, frankly every one is over charging that for now. The key points I understood is given below,

* It won't last many years, if you take care, the actual life is 1+ year
* The actual solution is not so expensive, the process only making it complex.
* Bike needed a neat cleaning and surface adjustment prior to the coating, this is a long process considering your bike paint condition.
* Once the glass coat applied it's need 10-12 hours to settle down, any mistakes happened at this stage will be like a stamp mark on the paint. So definitely they need a paint booth or something where they can leave bike after the glass coating.
* This is not a permanent solution, so similar like tufflon coating you need a maintenance process to follow.

[leech]

Re: Ninja 650R - Ownership Thread

Hey guys. Need some help. My father has a ninja 650 with a dying battery. Do we have options from a local brand for replacement. The Kawakaski guys are trying to sell him a Japanese Amaron for 15k apparently, which seems like a waste of money.

Just for information, what is the AH of battery that the 650 uses? All motorcycle batteries are 12 volts, I'm more concerned about the Amps.

TIA.