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    The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

    Hello everyone,
    I am Abhimeet, a college going student currently in Chandigarh but originally From Ambala. Last year around this time i was about to buy Ninja 300,had even booked it but due to a sudden financial problem i could not buy it. This year i am looking to finally buy a bike
    My choices are :-
    Kawasaki Ninja 300
    Ktm RC 390
    Yamaha R25/R3 (will have to wait for it)
    Kawasaki Ninja 650 (considering it but will it be practical in india?)

    I know all these bikes are different and should not be compared but these are my choices.

    About me :-
    Age - 19
    Height - 5'9
    Weight - 75
    Usage - 70% city 30% highway ( a monthly running of about 700 to 800 kms which includes a highway trip)
    Budget - 4 lakhs but might be able to stretch for Ninja 650 if it seems worthy.
    Dare to enter the uncharted territories!
    Expand your horizons.
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    Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

    Query Approved

    The Ninja 300 seems the best bet for you!
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    • #3
      Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

      There have been no indications that Yamaha R25/R3 will come to India in near future.
      And also, if you buy a Ninja 300 now and R3 gets released in the near future, you won't be missing much as these are very similar configuration bikes.
      Go for the Ninja 300.
      Ride safe and have fun.
      Regards
      Nadeem

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      • #4
        Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

        Originally posted by abhi19 View Post
        Hello everyone,
        I am Abhimeet, a college going student currently in Chandigarh but originally From Ambala. Last year around this time i was about to buy Ninja 300,had even booked it but due to a sudden financial problem i could not buy it. This year i am looking to finally buy a bike
        My choices are :-
        Kawasaki Ninja 300
        Ktm RC 390
        Yamaha R25/R3 (will have to wait for it)
        Kawasaki Ninja 650 (considering it but will it be practical in india?)

        I know all these bikes are different and should not be compared but these are my choices.

        About me :-
        Age - 19
        Height - 5'9
        Weight - 75
        Usage - 70% city 30% highway ( a monthly running of about 700 to 800 kms which includes a highway trip)
        Budget - 4 lakhs but might be able to stretch for Ninja 650 if it seems worthy.

        for your usage either of rc390/ninja 300 will do...

        no point buying a 650 for city use and 700 km per month..
        also you are just 19 mate.. start with 30-40 bhp and gradually upgrade after a few years...

        on a side note : rc390 maintenence and upkeep will be cheaper also its more powerful.
        if you have the budget.. get the N300 in ninja colours (green)

        welcome to the forum..
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        • #5
          Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

          I agree to all the three gentlemen above. My opinions are as follows :

          RC390 :
          Pros : cheapest and powerful. Its single cylinder, easy to maintain, bajaj service, looker.

          Cons : lots of power to be handled by a 19 yr old( not judging) but after seeing so many pics of RC crashes around, it feels like owners are not able to tame it. Riding position is too aggressive.

          Ninja 300

          Pros : the name itself says it all. Top notch quality, Kawa reliability, good mid range for city use, sexy as hell.

          Cons : expensive to buy, expensive to maintain.

          R25/R3 : not sure when would it be launched here (if it is). Would do the same to N300 what Duke and RC did to CBR and R15.

          On second thoughts, why don't you try R15 or CBR250. R15 loves corner, you can tour also, manageable power, looker.
          CBR250 is a good tourer/ commuter. Low maintenance.

          Given a choice between RC, Ninja and R25, my selection would be Ninja -> R25. Would not even consider RC.

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          • #6
            Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

            Ninja 300 seems to be the obvious choice.
            If I were you I'd get the Z250 though. It would be a better option for 70% city use.
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            • #7
              Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

              Originally posted by eliksir View Post
              Ninja 300 seems to be the obvious choice.
              If I were you I'd get the Z250 though. It would be a better option for 70% city use.

              Actually the comfort level is almost same on z250 and n300. I had a chance to sit on both bikes and except for the slightly straight seating position there was no much difference. The n300 is also more vfm (LOL VFM) compared to z250 as it has more power while z250 is the n250 with a higher price tag.

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              • #8
                Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                Originally posted by Balgi View Post
                Actually the comfort level is almost same on z250 and n300. I had a chance to sit on both bikes and except for the slightly straight seating position there was no much difference. The n300 is also more vfm (LOL VFM) compared to z250 as it has more power while z250 is the n250 with a higher price tag.
                Yes, i feel Ninja 300 is more vfm as compared to z250 as stated by you

                Originally posted by eliksir View Post
                Ninja 300 seems to be the obvious choice.
                If I were you I'd get the Z250 though. It would be a better option for 70% city use.
                The thing with he Z250 is i love faired bikes. Yes it is a mini Z1000 and looks sexy as hell but i still want a faired bike.

                Originally posted by Sid85 View Post
                I agree to all the three gentlemen above. My opinions are as follows :

                RC390 :
                Pros : cheapest and powerful. Its single cylinder, easy to maintain, bajaj service, looker.

                Cons : lots of power to be handled by a 19 yr old( not judging) but after seeing so many pics of RC crashes around, it feels like owners are not able to tame it. Riding position is too aggressive.

                I agree, RC is too brutal for me. Also it's styling puts me off. Too agressive for my taste

                Ninja 300

                Pros : the name itself says it all. Top notch quality, Kawa reliability, good mid range for city use, sexy as hell.

                Cons : expensive to buy, expensive to maintain.

                Yes, ninja seems the best bet for me. Also since childhood i have this fascination with the Ninja brand. It is the only brand that puts smile on my face

                R25/R3 : not sure when would it be launched here (if it is). Would do the same to N300 what Duke and RC did to CBR and R15.

                On second thoughts, why don't you try R15 or CBR250. R15 loves corner, you can tour also, manageable power, looker.
                CBR250 is a good tourer/ commuter. Low maintenance.

                I already own a pulsar 220-fi. R15 seems a downgrade to me(these are my views, i agree r15 is much better than the pulsar but still)
                Cbr does not excite me enough. Does not feel much of an upgrade(again my views)

                Given a choice between RC, Ninja and R25, my selection would be Ninja -> R25. Would not even consider RC.

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                Originally posted by theironhorse99 View Post
                for your usage either of rc390/ninja 300 will do...

                no point buying a 650 for city use and 700 km per month..
                also you are just 19 mate.. start with 30-40 bhp and gradually upgrade after a few years...

                That was what i was wondering. N650 is just not meant for me

                on a side note : rc390 maintenence and upkeep will be cheaper also its more powerful.
                if you have the budget.. get the N300 in ninja colours (green)

                I have the budget. And yes it will be green if i go for ninja. Green symbolizes ninja.
                welcome to the forum..


                Originally posted by nadz11.ns View Post
                There have been no indications that Yamaha R25/R3 will come to India in near future.
                And also, if you buy a Ninja 300 now and R3 gets released in the near future, you won't be missing much as these are very similar configuration bikes.
                Go for the Ninja 300.

                Thank you for your suggestion. I was just considering R3 because it makes 3 bhp more than N300 from what i read                .

                Originally posted by The Monk View Post
                Query Approved

                The Ninja 300 seems the best bet for you!
                Thank you for you suggestions everyone!
                Much appreciated. One thing i want to ask all of you is what should i look out for since this is my first 'super-bike'
                Again thank you everyone!
                Dare to enter the uncharted territories!
                Expand your horizons.

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                • #9
                  Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                  Originally posted by abhi19 View Post
                  One thing i want to ask all of you is what should i look out for since this is my first 'super-bike'
                  Again thank you everyone!
                  its gonna be your first quarter plus litre bike.. tuned for speed...
                  learning is more important.
                  go with a open heart and mind.
                  learn more and as much possible.

                  throttle control , braking ability and cornering will be the prime objectives. do invest in good gear and avoid road rage.
                  ride safe...
                  "A good long ride can clear your mind, restore your faith, and use up a lot of fuel."

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                  RX-100 1995 - Current
                  CBZ Classic 2003 - Current
                  Activa 2004 - Current
                  CBR 250R 2012 - Current
                  Ninja 650 2013 - Current.

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                  • #10
                    Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                    SPG Helios Jacket
                    Alpinsters SMX 2 air carbon gloves
                    KYT Helmet RC seven samurai

                    This is the gear i have sholisted. Is this good? Or should i look for something else?
                    Dare to enter the uncharted territories!
                    Expand your horizons.

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                    • #11
                      Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                      Originally posted by abhi19 View Post
                      SPG Helios Jacket
                      Alpinsters SMX 2 air carbon gloves
                      KYT Helmet RC seven samurai

                      This is the gear i have sholisted. Is this good? Or should i look for something else?
                      Jacket and gloves are good.. But you can do with better helmet. Not many positive reviews for kyt helmets.
                      Have a look at MT helmets, range from ₹4-5k. They are good.
                      Ride safe and have fun.
                      Regards
                      Nadeem

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                      • #12
                        Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                        Originally posted by abhi19 View Post
                        SPG Helios Jacket
                        Alpinsters SMX 2 air carbon gloves
                        KYT Helmet RC seven samurai

                        This is the gear i have shortlisted. Is this good? Or should i look for something else?
                        Chuck KYT. Look Sparx, HJC, MT etc in that order. (Prices 9k to 4.2k respectively)
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                        • #13
                          Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                          Originally posted by nadz11.ns View Post
                          Jacket and gloves are good.. But you can do with better helmet. Not many positive reviews for kyt helmets.
                          Have a look at MT helmets, range from ₹4-5k. They are good.
                          Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post
                          Chuck KYT. Look Sparx, HJC, MT etc in that order. (Prices 9k to 4.2k respectively)

                          I will look for MT helmets. Thanks

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                          Can anyone point to a place where i can buy genuine LS2 or MT helmets online? They are not available where i live. I have seen LS2 helmets on flikart but dont know if they are genuine
                          Dare to enter the uncharted territories!
                          Expand your horizons.

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                          • #14
                            Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                            Originally posted by abhi19 View Post
                            I will look for MT helmets. Thanks

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                            Can anyone point to a place where i can buy genuine LS2 or MT helmets online? They are not available where i live. I have seen LS2 helmets on flikart but dont know if they are genuine
                            About genuine ls2 sold on flipkart, i can't say for sure. As for MT helmets, you can buy them from spartanprogear.com. contact them and they will let you know the procedure.
                            We really don't have any shops/dealers in north India :/
                            Ride safe and have fun.
                            Regards
                            Nadeem

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                            • #15
                              Re: The Ultimate Dilemma. A ninja? or something else?

                              Yeah , the southeners and the people from central india have got all the luck. They have everything in their reach, not so with us northeners. Anyway will contact SPG.
                              Anyone know if the LS2's sold on flipkart are genuine?
                              Dare to enter the uncharted territories!
                              Expand your horizons.

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