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**dhawz29** · 10-13-2019, 01:09 PM

Re: Tyres for N300

Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post

Hi Guys,

Looking to change the rubber on my N300 as the stock IRC has run for almost 15k and also since I have been able to save up for the changes now

Searching for the Metz Sportec M5, which was suggested by many of the experienced riders here. But in bangalore, I haven't been able to find any places that stock Metz in the required size for the rear which is 140/70/17. The available size seems to be 150/60/17 and that too only at a couple of places.

Any leads on this would be really helpful.

Highlander in HSR has the Diablo Rosso IIs from Pirelli in the exact size and I'm thinking of going with this now if unable to find the Metz. Feedback from anyone who's already used/ currently using this would also help.

Thanks

Sorry, I don't have any leads but you can use Metz 150/60. The main issue is the age of these tyres. I see dealers selling xx17 manufactured tyres. Some only sell and don't do installation. Some do installation but don't have latest tyres. I settled with Dialblo Rosso ii on my R3. I feel they are better than Metz. Metz took some time to heat up. Rossos are better. Seems softer. Might not last very long though. Crazzzzy grip!!

**QuadrupleagentZ** · 10-14-2019, 03:31 PM

Re: Tyres for N300

Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post

Hi Guys,

Looking to change the rubber on my N300 as the stock IRC has run for almost 15k and also since I have been able to save up for the changes now

Searching for the Metz Sportec M5, which was suggested by many of the experienced riders here. But in bangalore, I haven't been able to find any places that stock Metz in the required size for the rear which is 140/70/17. The available size seems to be 150/60/17 and that too only at a couple of places.

Any leads on this would be really helpful.

Highlander in HSR has the Diablo Rosso IIs from Pirelli in the exact size and I'm thinking of going with this now if unable to find the Metz. Feedback from anyone who's already used/ currently using this would also help.

Thanks

Try the Apollo alpha h1
Using it on my rc
It’s better than the metz in every way
Better price grip and mileage

Only the cornering confidence is a little less than the metz
If the metz are 10 in cornering then the alpha are an 8.5

You can get a good deal on amazon as the tyres are fairly new so you won’t get any old max it would be 8-10 months old

**Raman Swaminathan** · 10-24-2019, 03:41 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Hey N300 owners (and R3 stalkers

)
I know many, if not most of you, must have considered the R3 before settling on the Kwacker.

Can you please give me pointers on why one over the other?

Prospective buyer, I am more interested int he R3 right now to be honest, but your thoughts and help are much appreciated.

**dhawz29** · 10-24-2019, 12:17 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Raman Swaminathan View Post

Hey N300 owners (and R3 stalkers

)
I know many, if not most of you, must have considered the R3 before settling on the Kwacker.

Can you please give me pointers on why one over the other?

Prospective buyer, I am more interested int he R3 right now to be honest, but your thoughts and help are much appreciated.

I considered both bikes and got the R3. In my city the price difference was 23K.

N300 - 3.73
R3 - 3.96

The following points helped me seal the deal with R3-
-better attitude of the showroom sales guy and transparent quote
-3 free services
-at least 3-4 centers where I can go for servicing
-lower cost of paid services
-better tyres
-less weight of the bike + slightly more power/torque
-if I'm spending so much, might as well get a full CKD bike
-low/mid range is better than N300 (I didn't know this at the time of purchase though)
-2 racing blue R3's were ready at the showroom to be booked and delivered within 2-3 days
-coloured wheels
-Valentino Rossi

Motor, ergonomics and looks - You can't go wrong with any of the 2.

Cheers!

**Raman Swaminathan** · 10-24-2019, 03:12 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by dhawz29 View Post

I considered both bikes and got the R3. In my city the price difference was 23K.

N300 - 3.73
R3 - 3.96

The following points helped me seal the deal with R3-
-better attitude of the showroom sales guy and transparent quote
-3 free services
-at least 3-4 centers where I can go for servicing
-lower cost of paid services
-better tyres
-less weight of the bike + slightly more power/torque
-if I'm spending so much, might as well get a full CKD bike
-low/mid range is better than N300 (I didn't know this at the time of purchase though)
-2 racing blue R3's were ready at the showroom to be booked and delivered within 2-3 days
-coloured wheels
-Valentino Rossi

Motor, ergonomics and looks - You can't go wrong with any of the 2.

Cheers!

WOW! Bikes are extremely costly in Bengaluru, R3 is 4.4l otr here .

Thanks for the pointers, they make sense!
Are there any major ergonomic differences between N300 and R3? Is one more committed than the other?
I am looking for an easier ride position.

And is the lower ground clearance an actual issue in real life?

**dhawz29** · 10-25-2019, 11:44 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Raman Swaminathan View Post

WOW! Bikes are extremely costly in Bengaluru, R3 is 4.4l otr here .

Thanks for the pointers, they make sense!
Are there any major ergonomic differences between N300 and R3? Is one more committed than the other?
I am looking for an easier ride position.

And is the lower ground clearance an actual issue in real life?

No major differences in ergonomics. Both aren't committed at all. Super relaxed. I never had back, wrists or shoulder pain.

Important point you've brought up ab't ground clearance.

N300 - 135 mm
R3 - 160 mm

This is a thing with all Quackers. Let's just say, I've never scraped anything on my R3.

I would love the 17 lt tank, slipper clutch and handling of the N300.

If only a Japanese God could fuse these 2 bikes together, we'd have the ultimate 300cc bike. *sigh*

Cheers!

**ankanpriya** · 11-17-2019, 05:56 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Hi guys,

Im facing one strange issue in my N300. The horn wire is getting broken at the clip that gets inserted in the horn power terminals. I feel it is because of the heat generated by engine but not really sure. The bike has done just 7K on the odo.

This is happening quite repeatedly, like every 2-3 months. I got it repaired couple of times and now it is the third time it happened again. Its happening with both + and - terminals.

Does anyone has any idea about this kind of issue? Or has anyone in the history of N300 faced this??

**yashasvi** · 11-17-2019, 08:46 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Say hi to "the doctor" from me [emoji16]

Originally posted by dhawz29 View Post

-Valentino Rossi

**sparky** · 11-18-2019, 09:58 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by ankanpriya View Post

Hi guys,

Im facing one strange issue in my N300. The horn wire is getting broken at the clip that gets inserted in the horn power terminals. I feel it is because of the heat generated by engine but not really sure. The bike has done just 7K on the odo.

This is happening quite repeatedly, like every 2-3 months. I got it repaired couple of times and now it is the third time it happened again. Its happening with both + and - terminals.

Does anyone has any idea about this kind of issue? Or has anyone in the history of N300 faced this??

No, no engine will do this, probably there is some sparking at the horn terminals which might be causing this burn out.

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Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post

Hi Guys,

Looking to change the rubber on my N300 as the stock IRC has run for almost 15k and also since I have been able to save up for the changes now

Searching for the Metz Sportec M5, which was suggested by many of the experienced riders here. But in bangalore, I haven't been able to find any places that stock Metz in the required size for the rear which is 140/70/17. The available size seems to be 150/60/17 and that too only at a couple of places.

Any leads on this would be really helpful.

Highlander in HSR has the Diablo Rosso IIs from Pirelli in the exact size and I'm thinking of going with this now if unable to find the Metz. Feedback from anyone who's already used/ currently using this would also help.

Thanks

I have changed mine to Michellin Pilots a couple of years back and they have excellent grip.

**Abhi_55** · 11-24-2019, 04:17 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Thanks @abhimanyu31, [MENTION=24907]dhawz29[/MENTION], @QuadrupleagentZ, [MENTION=34574]sparky[/MENTION] for all the inputs guys.

Finally got my rear tyre changed at Madhus Tyre Center on Langford Road in Bangalore. Opted for Pirelli Rosso II after a lot of calls and checks to get a preferred tyre in the stock size. A long ride has been planned in the next couple of weeks and will share my thoughts on the tyre post the same. Paid 8.5k for this.

Not sure if the Bangalore guys on this forum are unaware or just inactive and don't care

but there's actually a Pirelli exclusive Tyre center right next to the Kawasaki showroom here in Bangalore. Ironically this was just round the corner from where I got my tyre changed and I noticed the place while leaving. Would've solved the hassle of calling up these various Tyre centers if I had known about this before. Better late than never I guess

And for the folks who want to opt for Michelin Tyres I would definitely recommend Madhus (based on my experience) since they are primarily tied up to Michelin (would get some discounts because of this). They did not have the pirelli in stock when I called up the previous evening but said they could source it. Called up in the morning again to confirm over phone without any advance payment. Went there around 12 30 in the noon and they had sourced the tyre (from next door I guess

) by the time I was there like they said they would. The whole process was complete in about 15 to 20 minutes. The sales advisor (Gopal) was polite and helpful throughout.

**dhawz29** · 11-26-2019, 12:35 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Abhi_55 View Post

Thanks @abhimanyu31, @dhawz29, @QuadrupleagentZ, @sparky for all the inputs guys.

Finally got my rear tyre changed

Great!! Let us know your experience with these tyres. Happy riding!

**chicane1879** · 11-29-2019, 02:26 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Guys, need a quick expert help.

Can we retrofit Ninja 300's rear braking system to Ninja 250 i.e the full rear braking line along with disk brake?

**akshay** · 12-04-2019, 08:11 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Another new set of MRF tyres for my bike which has done 67200 km. The previous pair of tyres lasted 20000 kms and I am continuing with the MRF Revz C1 150/60 (R) and Revz FC1 110/70 (F) which cost Rs.7100/- including fitting charges at Sri Laxmi Tyres here in Pune. I also got the Tyre Protector treatment done at a cost of Rs.1300/- plus Rs.200/- for installation.

**Ivin** · 12-04-2019, 08:18 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post

Guys, need a quick expert help.

Can we retrofit Ninja 300's rear braking system to Ninja 250 i.e the full rear braking line along with disk brake?

The caliper and brake lines are same for 250R and 300(do check the brake line length here). But not sure about the disc plate. To the eyes it looks same. Front disc is different in both though.

**vmarutha** · 12-11-2019, 09:43 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by akshay View Post

Another new set of MRF tyres for my bike which has done 67200 km. The previous pair of tyres lasted 20000 kms and I am continuing with the MRF Revz C1 150/60 (R) and Revz FC1 110/70 (F) which cost Rs.7100/- including fitting charges at Sri Laxmi Tyres here in Pune. I also got the Tyre Protector treatment done at a cost of Rs.1300/- plus Rs.200/- for installation.

Akshay,

been following your inputs for a long time now. How are the MRF REVz FC1 tyres?

Are they soft compound or hard?
How is the grip in Corners, during wet and dry? Please elaborate.

The IRC's in my ninja still look good for another 3k kms. They have run 16500 now, but, the when i ride thru potholes, the front tyre gets deformed and the handling is a bit wobbly for few minutes. they go alright after few minutes.

I am thinking about michelin pilot street radials, or Pirelli Angel GT. I like corners, eventhough not an aggressive rider, i need stability while cornering and a little durability as well. I will not opt for the Pirelli diablo rosso II or the Metzelers.

I would like to weigh your view on the tyre choice.

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