Got my first bike! 2009 Ninja 250r

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DOHC1

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Finally got my first bike! Its a 2009 Ninja 250r. Picked it up a few days ago off a member of east end riders.. Now comes the wait for spring time so i can insure it!. 19 years old, but my m2 is now officially 1 year old so jevco gives me a reasonable rate. Going from scooting around on a sv650s this season to hopping on this makes me realise why Ninjas are so good for beginners. Nothign against the sv650s, (awesome bike, very forgiving), but the ninja is much smaller and more nimble from the short trips ive taken around the block on it. First on the shopping list is gear, then frame sliders and a bike stand.

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nice, i just picked up my first bike last month. '09 ninja 500r. too bad im in africa now and cant ride it until next year
 
DOHC1 said:
Finally got my first bike! Its a 2009 Ninja 250r. Picked it up a few days ago off a member of east end riders.. Now comes the wait for spring time so i can insure it!. 19 years old, but my m2 is now officially 1 year old so jevco gives me a reasonable rate. Going from scooting around on a sv650s this season to hopping on this makes me realise why Ninjas are so good for beginners. Nothign against the sv650s, (awesome bike, very forgiving), but the ninja is much smaller and more nimble from the short trips ive taken around the block on it. First on the shopping list is gear, then frame sliders and a bike stand.

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Nice bike! Don't get me wrong but you went from an SV650s to a 250 and you say its better? Its like saying I have a 5.0 mustang and went to a pinto!

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congrats. I will hopefully be making my purchase next fall. Looking at ninja 250's or a 2011 cbr 125. I will be 20 year so I guess our rates would be around the same. Can I ask you how much your insurance rate is after the discount?
 
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Nice bike! Don't get me wrong but you went from an SV650s to a 250 and you say its better? Its like saying I have a 5.0 mustang and went to a pinto!

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If he thinks that way then it's better for him and all of us that he got a 250. Congrats
 
The sv650s was my brother's bike which I took out once every week or 2 when it was available. Put less then 200 km's on it throughout the year. Its possible to start off on the SV, but I know well enough that the 650 will get me in trouble eventually. Going to stick with the Ninja 250r for at least 2 seasons. When I hit 21, I'm eligible for Statefarm insurance which will let me get a SS bike. This seems to be the perfect stepping stone for me.

P.S. When I say the ninja is better, I mean that it is a better bike for beginners (insurance wise, and ease of usage) The SV, though a sport-touring bike, was still giving me much higher insurance premiums. Definately gonna miss the V-twin though.
 
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The sv650s was my brother's bike which I took out once every week or 2 when it was available. Put less then 200 km's on it throughout the year. Its possible to start off on the SV, but I know well enough that the 650 will get me in trouble eventually. Going to stick with the Ninja 250r for at least 2 seasons. When I hit 21, I'm eligible for Statefarm insurance which will let me get a SS bike. This seems to be the perfect stepping stone for me.

P.S. When I say the ninja is better, I mean that it is a better bike for beginners (insurance wise, and ease of usage) The SV, though a sport-touring bike, was still giving me much higher insurance premiums. Definately gonna miss the V-twin though.
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Ok this makes sense now :) from a performance point of view that made no sense. Insurance point of view makes total sense :)

congrats man, look forward to riding in the spring!
 
Remember, the Ninja won't be your last bike. You can always buy another SV later.

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The sv650s was my brother's bike which I took out once every week or 2 when it was available. Put less then 200 km's on it throughout the year. Its possible to start off on the SV, but I know well enough that the 650 will get me in trouble eventually. Going to stick with the Ninja 250r for at least 2 seasons. When I hit 21, I'm eligible for Statefarm insurance which will let me get a SS bike. This seems to be the perfect stepping stone for me.

P.S. When I say the ninja is better, I mean that it is a better bike for beginners (insurance wise, and ease of usage) The SV, though a sport-touring bike, was still giving me much higher insurance premiums. Definately gonna miss the V-twin though.
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Good for you! I couldn't help but to go straight to a SS but your doing the right steps.
 
I've officially hit the point where I sit on the bike in the garage and make revving noises -_-
This is gonna be one long winter.
 
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I've officially hit the point where I sit on the bike in the garage and make revving noises -_-
This is gonna be one long winter.
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I feel your pain, my bike is 3 weeks old and I'm trying to figure out a way to crane her into the living room of my condo!

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