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**Praful** · 07-03-2014, 11:03 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by vkuchhal View Post

May be [MENTION=10473]Praful[/MENTION] can help. He had known a shop somewhere in south bangalore ( Jayanagar) May be.. not sure though.

Will check with him and update soon.

I don't know the direct shop. I went to Sai Iyengar tyres on Lalbagh road who took my wheel and got it fixed.

But do bear in mind doing this compromises the structural integrity of the alloy of the wheel. So basically next time you hit a wheel bending pothole, the alloy might crack open instead of just bending.

That being said, I did not have any issues for a whole year before I bent the alloy again. Didn't want to heat treat it for a second time so I replaced it.

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**prime_yogi** · 07-09-2014, 01:41 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by Praful View Post

I don't know the direct shop. I went to Sai Iyengar tyres on Lalbagh road who took my wheel and got it fixed.

But do bear in mind doing this compromises the structural integrity of the alloy of the wheel. So basically next time you hit a wheel bending pothole, the alloy might crack open instead of just bending.

That being said, I did not have any issues for a whole year before I bent the alloy again. Didn't want to heat treat it for a second time so I replaced it.

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Please see the pics and let me know what to do.
i do not feel any difference in the balance/ alignment

**Praful** · 07-09-2014, 09:22 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by prime_yogi View Post

Please see the pics and let me know what to do.
i do not feel any difference in the balance/ alignment

Is air leaking ?

If not, then you don't need to do anything.

But when you try to replace the tyre, it may not seal properly and you may have to fix the bend at that time.

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**abhimanyu31** · 07-09-2014, 01:02 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by prime_yogi View Post

Please see the pics and let me know what to do.
i do not feel any difference in the balance/ alignment

Whoa

... You need to change the rim ASAP. This the front wheel, which under high speed braking will put tremendous pressure on the tyre making the contact patch deform and expand. This phenomena puts high stress on the side walls of the tyre, which in turn puts pressure on the lip of the wheel rim and the tyre collar. Any compromise in the structural integrity of this assembly can have fatal consequences.

**TorqueMaster** · 07-10-2014, 07:05 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

I also have the same issue with my front tyre rim. Have been riding with it with no issues but I am not sure if something will crop up as I ride very less (9k in 3.5 years). In addition to this I have another issue, the tyres have developed cracks on the side walls although the tread is still fine and considering 9k on the odo not much used but I guess since the tyre age is 3.5 years and I think one day I rode with low air pressure which caused the cracks. Now the bike ride is not very confidence inspiring and it feels like it shift slightly while riding.
Should I get the tyres changed anyway?
Would the rim deformity cause an issue during the change?
Which tyres should I go for?

**nadz11.ns** · 07-10-2014, 07:10 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by TorqueMaster View Post

I also have the same issue with my front tyre rim. Have been riding with it with no issues but I am not sure if something will crop up as I ride very less (9k in 3.5 years). In addition to this I have another issue, the tyres have developed cracks on the side walls although the tread is still fine and considering 9k on the odo not much used but I guess since the tyre age is 3.5 years and I think one day I rode with low air pressure which caused the cracks. Now the bike ride is not very confidence inspiring and it feels like it shift slightly while riding.
Should I get the tyres changed anyway?
Would the rim deformity cause an issue during the change?
Which tyres should I go for?

First thing first, get the rim changed. With a bike as powerful, it doesn't makes any sense to ride with a damaged rim. See previous posts, its clearly stated how dangerous it can be. And also change the tyre since it has developed cracks.

**TorqueMaster** · 07-11-2014, 12:34 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by nadz11.ns View Post

First thing first, get the rim changed. With a bike as powerful, it doesn't makes any sense to ride with a damaged rim. See previous posts, its clearly stated how dangerous it can be. And also change the tyre since it has developed cracks.

Thanks Nadeem for the kind advice. I will go for the change. Can anyone share info on
1. What would be the price for the front alloy?
2. What is the price of Pirelli Sports Demon (front and back) in NCR?
3. Has anyone tried the 140/70 rear tire?
4. Which tire is better suited for touring (himachal, rajasthan etc)?

**nadz11.ns** · 07-11-2014, 12:41 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by TorqueMaster View Post

Thanks Nadeem for the kind advice. I will go for the change. Can anyone share info on
1. What would be the price for the front alloy?
2. What is the price of Pirelli Sports Demon (front and back) in NCR?

You are welcome

Go three pages back. The cost of tyres and rim have been shared.
~10k for tyres and ~25k for rim.

**Mithungo** · 07-11-2014, 03:12 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

The alloys are approx 30k apiece now. But can't you claim insurance? [MENTION=10990]TorqueMaster[/MENTION] : The current IRCs are absolutely crap in ice (To be fair, no tyre will be awesome). But rest of the Himachal\Rajastan rides can be done - if needed.

**Centaur** · 07-12-2014, 10:49 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

A small mod for touring

**I_Live2Ride** · 07-12-2014, 10:57 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

[QUOTE=Centaur;
A small mod for touring

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George Sir, what about the seat?

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**Centaur** · 07-12-2014, 10:58 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

The seats also have been padded up a bit... will post the pics in a couple of days

**I_Live2Ride** · 07-12-2014, 11:26 PM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by Centaur View Post

The seats also have been padded up a bit... will post the pics in a couple of days

That's nice!! Do tell us about the way she behaves at corners after those touring mods. :thumbup:

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**Bipr15** · 07-23-2014, 07:58 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Guys is it ok if i use Mobil 1 Racing 4T 10w40 fully synthetic or Yamalube 15w40 semi synthetic on my 20k running ninja only these engine oils available in my area plz help i'll change it today which one will be better for my bike ?

**devils_friend** · 07-23-2014, 08:23 AM

Re: Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Originally posted by Bipr15 View Post

Guys is it ok if i use Mobil 1 Racing 4T 10w40 fully synthetic or Yamalube 15w40 semi synthetic on my 20k running ninja only these engine oils available in my area plz help i'll change it today which one will be better for my bike ?

Yamalube comes in 20W40 (Mineral) and 15W50 (Semi Synthetic) grades only. What is the recommended grade for your bike? Motul 300V or 7100 is the best bet for Ninja.

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