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  • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by MotoBlizzard View Post
    We also realized the fact that not all parts in the bike are localized which led us to believe that there might be inventory issues associated with spare parts.
    Inventory issues were always a problem with Kawasaki's fortunately we have the likes of BikeMoksha who keep good inventory(Direct Import, bypassing all local channels) and are ready to ship spares to anyone in need of the same.

    So I believe spare availability to not be a matter of concern when owning the Ninja 300, no thanks to Kawasaki India that is.
    Motorcycling Experience:
    2000 ~ 2017 Y2K Kinetic Zoom (Disposed at 15k)
    2011 ~ 2015 Hero Honda Karizma R (Sold at 56.5k)
    2013 ~ 2014 Bajaj Discover 100 4G (Sold at 16.5k)
    2015 ~ 2017 TVS Wego (Totaled at 18k)
    2015 - Bajaj Pulsar 220F (Currently 31k) < Garage Queen!
    2017 - Bajaj CT100B (Currently 21k) < 'Golden Quadrilateral' Runner!

    The Ride was Good, but Life is short, spend it Wisely!
    Adios Comrades!
    A.P. 2018

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    • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

      Originally posted by ashwinprakas View Post
      Inventory issues were always a problem with Kawasaki's fortunately we have the likes of BikeMoksha who keep good inventory(Direct Import, bypassing all local channels) and are ready to ship spares to anyone in need of the same.

      So I believe spare availability to not be a matter of concern when owning the Ninja 300, no thanks to Kawasaki India that is.
      BikeMoksha!?. How good are they?? Tried them out??

      I am pretty happy with MotoUsher, but having a backup would really help.

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      • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

        Originally posted by Varun_ninja View Post
        Hi All, I'm Varun from Chennai. I've been following this forum for quite a long time. Thanks for all the valuable inputs. Recently I've bought the Beautiful Green machine N300 2019. I'm facing the same wobbling problem like many owners at speeds of 60-70 kmph. While trying to purchase bearings from "All balls racing" it went out of stock. Please suggest me a solution along with the best mechanic at Chennai who is aware of this issue & can able to fix it. Preferably a mechanic who has already sorted out this issue. Thanks in advance.
        I got this exact problem after two years of buying. I took it to the ASS they replaced the wheel bearing saying it was rusted but that didn't solve the problem. I checked various forums and found that N300 has some issues with the steering head bearing which leads to this wobbling. I have ridden the bike hard and have gone over some nasty potholes which could have done this. Finally I bought the roller bearings from All Balls racing and got it replaced at the ASS itself, they initially questioned but I said I knew what I was doing and they did the job. Now wobbles have vanished and steering is really smooth.

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        • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

          Originally posted by sparky View Post
          I got this exact problem after two years of buying. I took it to the ASS they replaced the wheel bearing saying it was rusted but that didn't solve the problem. I checked various forums and found that N300 has some issues with the steering head bearing which leads to this wobbling. I have ridden the bike hard and have gone over some nasty potholes which could have done this. Finally I bought the roller bearings from All Balls racing and got it replaced at the ASS itself, they initially questioned but I said I knew what I was doing and they did the job. Now wobbles have vanished and steering is really smooth.
          An cheaper alternative would be the bearing from the P220. Running on them since a year. No wobbles.

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          • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

            Originally posted by DarkCircledCommuter View Post
            BikeMoksha!?. How good are they?? Tried them out??

            I am pretty happy with MotoUsher, but having a backup would really help.
            Here's the contact number: +9196 0570 4444
            They have a website which I'm not a fan of but their over the phone support is commendable especially since its run by enthusiasts, speaking of which I believe one of their guys is on xBhp and coincidentally rides a N300, had the pleasure of riding with him to Pondy.



            He showed a few pictures of their inventory and I was quite surprised to see the sheer numbers and on inquiring got to know that they directly import spares making them a value proposition for the end consumer be it in terms of pricing and availability.

            Even made me think, all it would take to cover serious miles on a Kawasaki is a Hanes Manual, Tools and BikeMoksha!
            Motorcycling Experience:
            2000 ~ 2017 Y2K Kinetic Zoom (Disposed at 15k)
            2011 ~ 2015 Hero Honda Karizma R (Sold at 56.5k)
            2013 ~ 2014 Bajaj Discover 100 4G (Sold at 16.5k)
            2015 ~ 2017 TVS Wego (Totaled at 18k)
            2015 - Bajaj Pulsar 220F (Currently 31k) < Garage Queen!
            2017 - Bajaj CT100B (Currently 21k) < 'Golden Quadrilateral' Runner!

            The Ride was Good, but Life is short, spend it Wisely!
            Adios Comrades!
            A.P. 2018

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            • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

              Oem Rear suspension available for Ninja 300 do ping me if anybody needs one. Click image for larger version

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              • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                Hi guys I have a 2013 Ninja 300, I am from Mumbai, where can I get it serviced at for a good price in Mumbai. The Kawasaki service centre charges a bomb as labour cost.

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                • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                  Hi all,

                  Having been having problems with my indicator since sometime now.

                  The shell on left indicator on the front of my bike broke a few months ago as someone rear-ended me at a traffic signal and my bike hit another bike in front of me. The indicator still works, however the glass casing is broken. When I checked with the service center folks for the part, they quoted approximately 4k for just the one side (not the set) and told me I'll have to take the entire indicator as just the glass casing would not be available anywhere.

                  Since it was too pricey, I ordered a set (both right and left) from aliexpress for about 2k. Link below:


                  When I had this installed at the service center, the indicators stopped blinking altogether (both sides, front and back). They only light up when I switch them on and just stay lit up. I checked across a few forums and found that a relay might be needed for aftermarket turn signals. Ordered the below, again from aliexpress:


                  Went back to the svc to get this installed but now the guy at svc is saying the relay is not compatible and sent me this pic
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                  Wanted to check if there's any solution to this issue other than having to order the original part from Kawasaki. I'm in a hurry now as I have a long ride planned in 2 weeks. Would prefer not to ride 2 or 3k kms without the indicators blinking, specially on the highways.


                  Thanks in advance!!

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                  • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                    Perhaps you could install an after market tail tidy kit with lights. If you search within this forum, Im sure you will find something
                    Ride To Live

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                    • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                      Hi all,

                      Planning to upgrade the stock brake pads to EBC HH sintered ones and stock brake lines to EBC steel braided on my N300. I just checked on motousher (certified EBC dealer in India) and the parts seem to be quite expensive. 2,899 for the front and rear individually for the pads and 4,300 for the lines again individually.

                      Just wanted to confirm with people who've had them replaced on the prices. Any other suggestions are also welcome



                      Cheers!

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                      • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                        Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post
                        Hi all,

                        Having been having problems with my indicator since sometime now.

                        The shell on left indicator on the front of my bike broke a few months ago as someone rear-ended me at a traffic signal and my bike hit another bike in front of me. The indicator still works, however the glass casing is broken. When I checked with the service center folks for the part, they quoted approximately 4k for just the one side (not the set) and told me I'll have to take the entire indicator as just the glass casing would not be available anywhere.

                        Since it was too pricey, I ordered a set (both right and left) from aliexpress for about 2k. Link below:


                        When I had this installed at the service center, the indicators stopped blinking altogether (both sides, front and back). They only light up when I switch them on and just stay lit up. I checked across a few forums and found that a relay might be needed for aftermarket turn signals. Ordered the below, again from aliexpress:


                        Went back to the svc to get this installed but now the guy at svc is saying the relay is not compatible and sent me this pic

                        Wanted to check if there's any solution to this issue other than having to order the original part from Kawasaki. I'm in a hurry now as I have a long ride planned in 2 weeks. Would prefer not to ride 2 or 3k kms without the indicators blinking, specially on the highways.


                        Thanks in advance!!
                        Try bikemoksha in Facebook. I havent used their services yet, but heard they do good.
                        The next option is Thailand or USA. The small indicator shell is available separately in those markets and costs very less.

                        Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post
                        Hi all,

                        Planning to upgrade the stock brake pads to EBC HH sintered ones and stock brake lines to EBC steel braided on my N300. I just checked on motousher (certified EBC dealer in India) and the parts seem to be quite expensive. 2,899 for the front and rear individually for the pads and 4,300 for the lines again individually.

                        Just wanted to confirm with people who've had them replaced on the prices. Any other suggestions are also welcome

                        Cheers!
                        Again, I used EBC HH on my Ninja 300 and Galfer brake line on the front . Brake pad was around 1.9k and brake line around 3k, just for the front. The thing is I got it hand carried from the US , there by not paying any import duty or customs costs. I think going by the price on motousher, its pretty Ok considering it includes the shipping cost, wherever they shipped it from. Try through some friends coming from abroad.
                        Ride, ride and ride.. But always do it responsibly..

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                        • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                          Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post
                          Hi all,

                          Planning to upgrade the stock brake pads to EBC HH sintered ones and stock brake lines to EBC steel braided on my N300. I just checked on motousher (certified EBC dealer in India) and the parts seem to be quite expensive. 2,899 for the front and rear individually for the pads and 4,300 for the lines again individually.

                          Just wanted to confirm with people who've had them replaced on the prices. Any other suggestions are also welcome



                          Cheers!
                          I do order from them. And in India I guess that is the standard price of the pads. Would be a plus or minus of INR 50-100 at max.

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                          • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                            @Ivin and @DarkCircledCommuter, thanks for your inputs guys.

                            Have ordered the pads from Moto Usher. Will check if I can source the brake lines from outside as these weren't available with them.

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                            • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                              Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post
                              @Ivin and @DarkCircledCommuter, thanks for your inputs guys.

                              Have ordered the pads from Moto Usher. Will check if I can source the brake lines from outside as these weren't available with them.
                              Try BikeMoksha as well for the lines. They don't have prices listed though. Give them a call and see what prices they quote

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                              • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

                                Originally posted by Storm Trooper View Post
                                Hi guys I have a 2013 Ninja 300, I am from Mumbai, where can I get it serviced at for a good price in Mumbai. The Kawasaki service centre charges a bomb as labour cost.
                                A little help guys.... Also my front fork seems to be leaking oil, I had got the seal replaced a few months back but the issue seems to have re-emerged...

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