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    R15/zmr/Ninja 250

    Hello all,

    First of all i am sorry if i am comparing r15 and zmr with the Ninja. But i am in a peculiar situation and need all the help that i can get.

    I am planning to buy a bike by feb 2010. But am dead confused what to go for. I have previously owned p180, kzma premium sports and recently sold my karizma r. Having used karizma for so long am not too keen on the zmr. R15 is tempting especially with the kit. I have 1 lakh 20,000 with me in cash. I have done enogh of touring and am not so keen on highway trips no more. I need something faster, zippier and cheer performer. I am not too sure of the financing bit of ninja....is it wise to make downpaymnt of what i have in hand and finance it or jus get r15 with no loan on my head. Please help . Thank you
    Tags: ninja 250r, r15, zmr
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    • #3
      ninja 250!! r15 will be nowhere
      pulsar 220 dts-fi clocks 145kmph!
      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8SPjGtkRWo

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      • #4
        No idea abt the Ninja 250 but my personal experience is that u can't be happy with an R15 after getting habituated to the torque of ZMA

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        • #5
          Dude go for ninja if you can afford it. if not then go for R15 if you dont have probs with its sporty sitting posture

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Aryan View Post
            Topic Approved.

            Thanks for the approval

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            • #7
              Originally posted by kiran_borra View Post
              No idea abt the Ninja 250 but my personal experience is that u can't be happy with an R15 after getting habituated to the torque of ZMA

              As i mentioned earlier i have used Zmapsports fr 2 years and then Zma r fr about 18 months. can you elaborate on what you saying ?

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              • #8
                Originally posted by chatterbox1 View Post
                Dude go for ninja if you can afford it. if not then go for R15 if you dont have probs with its sporty sitting posture

                I have mentioned the affordabilty situation at the start of the thread. 1,20,000 in hand. So looking at it, what do i do.

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                • #9
                  good and bad
                  Ninja 250
                  Good points
                  - will head turner anyday,
                  - since its rolling in limited volume u will alwys feel special atleast for an year
                  - 250 cc of course

                  Bad points
                  will be an issue if you using for daily routine
                  - parking probs in public place, people tickling with ur bike in ur absense
                  - price factor in compare to R15
                  -low ground clearance - be litle careful

                  R15
                  Good points
                  - practical
                  - no emis as you already hve money in pocket
                  - buy new color,

                  Bad points
                  - common

                  ZMR
                  sorry am not a big fan, cant relate me with a bike from hero honda
                  but yes it has good looks for sure
                  ________
                  Peruvian Recipes
                  Last edited by superlife; 03-30-2011, 03:16 AM.

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                  • #10
                    get the Ninja 250 financed , Zma to r15 is not too much of a power upgrade.

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                    • #11
                      Since you are saying that you are not much into touring, I would suggest you avoid the Ninja, as it will not be a good commuter at all. Its right place is the highway.
                      Overheating&ground clearance issues will eat into your fun&maybe even make you regret buying the bike spending all that amount.
                      On the other hand R15 is built keeping Indian conditions in mind, huge ground clearance&best features possible in a lakh of rupees. You don't need to think before taking it anywhere. I believe that is the right choice.
                      Btw, its great fun revving it up in traffic&no other Indian bike comes even close in the handling department.
                      Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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                      • #12
                        ^^^ +1
                        totally true..
                        i had all my doubts about d R15 before buying it, especially with everybody complaining about its power on lower revs but its not that bad.. i just fly through traffic and daily commuting is not a hassle..
                        handling is just superb!
                        THE MEAN MACHINE!!!

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                        • #13
                          @Sarvajit : Have u ridden the Ninja? How can u make such assumptions that the bike wont be good for city riding? Do u know the bikes roll on figs for 4/5/6th gear at low speeds? Dont come to a conclusion without riding a bike mate

                          If u really dont care about the cash, go for the Ninja. U will not get bored of it fast and the bike can not only handle city traffic but can be a very good companion for high speeds. It looks great, handles like a dream.. in short, it is worth it. My 2 cents

                          My little big blog bunnypunia.blogspot.com

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                          • #14
                            I agree with Sarvajit & J!Tz..

                            The Ninja would be impractical for non-touring use, & since you're not keen on another Karizma, the R15 should be the one for you..

                            PS: How about the new P220! Not on your list eh?

                            My views on the YZF-R15 V2.0: http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/news/198...tml#post699240

                            The pleasure is when your rear wheel slides, and you bring it back; and when the front wheel lifts, you take your time bringing it back.

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                            • #15
                              Go for ZMR, more relaxed for commuting and touring compared to R15. A test drive should help you to choose b/w ZMR and R15.

                              If money isn't issue then go for the twin cylinder Ninja !!!

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