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  • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

    Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
    Guys on a nice chilly nite (yesterday), on NH3 reached a considerable milestone with my bike ! Looking forward to many more !
    Wish they added another counter to the odometer... 99999 is the max u can ever see.. provided you ride that much too ;-)

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    • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

      Originally posted by Sachinnair View Post
      Wish they added another counter to the odometer... 99999 is the max u can ever see.. provided you ride that much too ;-)

      Sent from my GT-I9100 using xBhp Connect mobile app
      True that ! But 99999 would be a magic number itself i reckon !

      If i stick to this bike, i think i'll reach it within a year !
      The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

      When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




      No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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      • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

        Damn, my dipper bulb has fused now.

        Any suggestion for alternatives, guys?


        Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
        Hey, thanks !
        the 150 section tyre is a radial tyre not the conventional one, it takes the shape of the rim. it fits so nicely, if u look at it, it appears just like a 120 section tyre, being a radial the added width rounds up nicely giving you almost a collar less tyre, which is the exact reason for excellent cornering grip.

        the engine is exactly like it was when new, no issues, no changed noises, no loss in the pull at all.

        The sound you are hearing is because the steering cone on your bike is a bit loose resulting in a play, the wobbling is also due to the same reason. how many kms has your bike done? get the steering cone play adjusted, also check if the tyre doesn't have waves/ undulating wear off.

        Yea I was myself surprised with the sprocket life. I have been cleaning and lubing it every 500kms without fail. Since the 24k kms service, I have been asking the service guys to check the sprocket, every time I got the same reply from them, Sir it's good. last time I checked it a few days ago, they told me it should last another 3-5k kms. My odo reading right now is at 49899kms

        However, my friend who was flying down from US, has got me the chain sprocket set, after market one. I had ordered golden, but they delivered a yellow one.I hated the color as soon as I saw it, but it saved me 10 grands, who cares about the color :P
        Since my replacement set is already here, I can run on the stock one without worries. I'm eager to check how long it can still run. The chain has comparatively stiffened a bit I believe though!

        Clutch is stock as well, I don't feel any difference in its feel yet!
        Has the 150 section tyre put any adverse impact on performance/fuel economy?

        It would be great if you could PM me the source for the chain-sprocket set and congrats for the 50k!!

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        • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

          Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post
          Damn, my dipper bulb has fused now.

          Any suggestion for alternatives, guys?




          Has the 150 section tyre put any adverse impact on performance/fuel economy?

          It would be great if you could PM me the source for the chain-sprocket set and congrats for the 50k!!
          Either Osram or Philips. alternatively u could use P220's headlight bulb.

          The 150 section tyre has no impact on the performance/fuel economy. It's lighter than most 130/70-17s.

          I'll PM you the details

          Thanx
          it'll soon be 53k, doing a week long Rajasthan ride starting 9th !
          The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

          When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




          No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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          • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

            Guys, I finally installed the after market Chain Sprocket kit I earlier told u about.
            This is how it looks
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            Originally posted by vkuchhal View Post
            Thanks for the update.. I will try finding a set for me in bangalore after reading your review above.

            Thanks for the help.
            Did u succeed in trying to get the set ?
            Last edited by AV8TOR; 11-12-2013, 05:32 PM.
            The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

            When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




            No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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            • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

              Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
              Guys, I finally installed the after market Chain Sprocket kit I earlier told u about.
              This is how it looks
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              Nice looks good. I was looking one for my self but I still have a lot of kms before I have to. Can you give us some details..which brand, where did you source it from?

              Is that chain available in green?
              Is this the standard steel sprockets or any other like aluminium, etc.?
              Just because you haven't seen it doesnt mean its impossible...expect the unexpected.

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              • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                Originally posted by R-series View Post
                Nice looks good. I was looking one for my self but I still have a lot of kms before I have to. Can you give us some details..which brand, where did you source it from?

                Is that chain available in green?
                Is this the standard steel sprockets or any other like aluminium, etc.?
                My friend from US got it for me when he flew down here last week. Volar make, It's standard steel sprockets, O-ring chain, stock specifications. It is available in green, but it was out of stock at the time
                The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

                When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




                No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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                • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                  Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
                  My friend from US got it for me when he flew down here last week. Volar make, It's standard steel sprockets, O-ring chain, stock specifications. It is available in green, but it was out of stock at the time
                  Oh ok..Nice..I'll keep this in mind. I was actually interested in an aluminium one but again, I have many kms before that replacement is required. Thanks for the info though - the chain looks cool.
                  Just because you haven't seen it doesnt mean its impossible...expect the unexpected.

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                  • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                    Originally posted by R-series View Post
                    Oh ok..Nice..I'll keep this in mind. I was actually interested in an aluminium one but again, I have many kms before that replacement is required. Thanks for the info though - the chain looks cool.
                    Anytime buddy !

                    Just out of curiosity, how many kms on the odo ? :P
                    The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

                    When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




                    No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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                    • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                      Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
                      Anytime buddy !

                      Just out of curiosity, how many kms on the odo ? :P
                      Oh my..now this'll be embarrassing.

                      I've done 5700kms only in around 21-22 months I'm a weekend rider, that too sometimes. I'm more of a corner junkie so I've got some race inspired stuff on. All this sums up to less riding.
                      Just because you haven't seen it doesnt mean its impossible...expect the unexpected.

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                      • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                        Originally posted by R-series View Post
                        Oh my..now this'll be embarrassing.

                        I've done 5700kms only in around 21-22 months I'm a weekend rider, that too sometimes. I'm more of a corner junkie so I've got some race inspired stuff on. All this sums up to less riding.
                        Haha it's alright, each person has his particular liking. For me its touring, for you it's race inspired stuff !

                        and by "some race inspired stuff" do you mean after market products ? If yes, I am more eager now than the previous post
                        The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

                        When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




                        No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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                        • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                          Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
                          Haha it's alright, each person has his particular liking. For me its touring, for you it's race inspired stuff !

                          and by "some race inspired stuff" do you mean after market products ? If yes, I am more eager now than the previous post
                          Nice, that's assuring

                          Ok so I'm currently focused on handling and rider comfort than power. Cos this machine has more than what's required in the city. I've got adjustable brake and clutch levers. They don't only look fancy but are very functional. I use 2/3 fingers only. I avoid using all 4 fingers to operate the levers, so got these short ones.
                          Along with this I've got race inspired brake lever protectors. Not too functional in city riding by helps in keeping the lever safe during heavy traffic navigation.

                          I also purchased Yoshimura rear set brackets. I previously had fully adjustable rear sets but they didn't fit properly(especially on brake side) and the gear lever became hard so I dropped them. Yoshimura's are cool, light weight and exact fit.
                          Apart from this I recently got aluminium foot pegs with titanium scrapping pin below. Again, not the best of the products but does the job well. It doesn't offer much grip but enough for city riding.
                          And since I'll be servicing my bike at home, recently purchased the paddock stand from DSG.

                          Other things I've got planned are - woodcraft clipons, K&N air filter, aluminium sprocket and that green chain set, aluminium sprocket nuts, key less gas cap with aluminium bolts.

                          After all these I'll work on performance, like exhaust and stuff.
                          Last edited by R-series; 11-12-2013, 09:30 PM.
                          Just because you haven't seen it doesnt mean its impossible...expect the unexpected.

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                          • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                            Originally posted by R-series View Post
                            Nice, that's assuring

                            Ok so I'm currently focused on handling and rider comfort than power. Cos this machine has more than what's required in the city. I've got adjustable brake and clutch levers. They don't only look fancy but are very functional. I use 2/3 fingers only. I avoid using all 4 fingers to operate the levers, so got these short ones.
                            Along with this I've got race inspired brake lever protectors. Not too functional in city riding by helps in keeping the lever safe during heavy traffic navigation.

                            I also purchased Yoshimura rear set brackets. I previously had fully adjustable rear sets but they didn't fit properly(especially on brake side) and the gear lever became hard so I dropped them. Yoshimura's are cool, light weight and exact fit.
                            Apart from this I recently got aluminium foot pegs with titanium scrapping pin below. Again, not the best of the products but does the job well. It doesn't offer much grip but enough for city riding.
                            And since I'll be servicing my bike at home, recently purchased the paddock stand from DSG.

                            Other things I've got planned are - woodcraft clipons, K&N air filter, aluminium sprocket and that green chain set, aluminium sprocket nuts, key less gas cap with aluminium bolts.

                            After all these I'll work on performance, like exhaust and stuff.
                            The amount of money spent on your passion (race inspired stuff) = the fuel required for the 50k kms on my odo, my passion (touring)

                            I love the stuff you have done, whenever you plan to sell your bike, Pm me
                            The Inception - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/...inception.html

                            When 3 Motorcycle tourers decide to choose a different set of wheels! - https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycle...et-wheels.html




                            No matter how many mods you have on, Always remember, there's no Replacement for Displacement !

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                            • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                              @ R-series......
                              can we have some pics please...Iam inspired!
                              AweSome is too LesS!

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                              • Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

                                Originally posted by AV8TOR View Post
                                The amount of money spent on your passion (race inspired stuff) = the fuel required for the 50k kms on my odo, my passion (touring)

                                I love the stuff you have done, whenever you plan to sell your bike, Pm me
                                Yeah you may be correct on that 1st statement Im more active on the MotoGP thread than anywhere else. So that's where also this came from.

                                As far as selling is concerned, I came in doubt when the Duke 390 came and was almost on the verge of doing it. But in a week or so when I started searching for accessories, I found abundance of after market parts for this Ninja. That was enough to change my decision

                                Originally posted by vinbex View Post
                                @ R-series......
                                can we have some pics please...Iam inspired!
                                Sure @vinbex. Here you go. Pics were taken from phone so some might not be good enough.
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                                Just because you haven't seen it doesnt mean its impossible...expect the unexpected.

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