If it's going to be your first bike, I wouldn't get Neither!
They are very serious track ready bikes, that have snap throttle, wicked acceleration, and super fast and unforgiving manuvering for new riders.
I would look into a good condtion used motorcycle. If you want a Sport Bike, defidentley look into something a bit more forgiving, like a Ninja 250, or even a bit larger Suzuki GSX 500. Both will do near 100MPH, and are much easier on a new rider.
My first bike was a Suzuki S40 Cruiser, after 10 Months, I sold it and got a new GSX 650F. Very nice bike. But I lost over $3000 selling the S40. So defidentley look into good used bikes, their out their I should no :(
Take a motorcycle safety foundation Basic/Beginner riding cource. They provide the bike and most will have a Ninja 250 to learn on. It's 3 days, and the info can save your life. I swear by them.
Peace out, and ride safe.|||jesus, talk about the blind leading the blind
1. don't get a new one, your only going to scratch the **** out of it when you drop it anyhow (and if your new that will happen).
2. it's your money, if you don't want to waste it on a putter like the ninja 250 or gs500 then don't, let your wrist be the control not the bike. you can drive a fast bike slow but you can't drive a slow bike fast, just be responsible.
3. I've never liked kawasaki because of their looks and the fact that they're the slowest (admittedly by a very slim margin) but they just never held any appeal to me. Furthurmore I've seen more Kawis break down than any other brand (save harley davidson) lol. In addition I rode the local track and the colorado mountains this year for about 8000 miles total. During that time I witnessed three riders go down right in front of me, all three were riding kawasakis, I'm not saying that kawis crash more, I think it just says something about the people that ride them, it seems like every time i'm on a ride and there's a kawi there I don't want to be behind him and his chicken strips are huge!
4. of course it comes down to personal preference, I'd tell you to go for the gixxer hands down, but if you like the looks of the kawi better get that one. Both have performance far beyond your ability, if your that impartial I'd probably just wait and see which one you can get a better deal on.
5. Take the class and WEAR A HELMET, don't be a statistic.|||would have to agree with other posts re: sportbike for a new rider.
you'll do better to learn on a smaller cruiser style bike, that way you can get the motorcycle "mechanics" learned.
a sportbike would be a little too much for a new rider.
maybe try a suzuki savage or intruder.|||Listen to Vulpix ... about starting small and starting off with the MSF class.
My SV650 is a debatable good first bike and it has roughly 30 less hp than your typical 600. I can out accelerate almost any car on the road and it doesn't take much at all to be well above the speed limit.|||If a ZX6 versus GSX600R they are about the same/equal. sit on both and ride both, what ever is a better for you and your wallet is the one to get.|||if youre new to bikes dont get a sports bike you will kill youre self. they are not very forgiving. once youve got some experience then go for the gsxr there wicked and fast as hell.|||which you can afford
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Has anyone got a kawasaki gpz900 motorcycle engine they want to sell?
What is wrong with the old engine?
I was thinking that it could be repaired or reconditioned.|||Not many left, many died from #3 rod going. Good engine, otherwise, and the rod problem cam be prevented. I have a few parts, do not think I have enough to build an engine though. If you like, let me know what is wrong with your engine, see if I can help.
Cheers,
Tomcotexas
tomcotexas@yahoo.com
I was thinking that it could be repaired or reconditioned.|||Not many left, many died from #3 rod going. Good engine, otherwise, and the rod problem cam be prevented. I have a few parts, do not think I have enough to build an engine though. If you like, let me know what is wrong with your engine, see if I can help.
Cheers,
Tomcotexas
tomcotexas@yahoo.com
How long can i expect a used kawasaki ninja 250R to last?
I'm about to buy my a used kawasaki ninja 250R as my first motorcycle. It has about 8k miles on it and looks like it has been properly maintained. Considering that I'm a fairly new rider and will make some mistakes here and there, how many miles can I expect this bike to last for assuming that I take care of the required maintenance?|||Well,.. FD is kinda right and Danny definitely has math and perception problems (a few 100K?? -not hardly); To that end: With 8K miles on it, and if it hasn't been ragged out, you will be able to get all the learning you will need and still pass it on to the next guy to learn on if you don't rag it out %26amp; wreck it....
You won't be able to get what you gave for it but if it runs well, doesn't smoke and have alot of scratches/dents, plastic missing, worn out tires you should be able to get around 60-80% of what you paid.
Welcome, and ride safe, stay alive.|||probably a few 100k miles before you start seeing any problems, so 5-8 years?
Has done almost 220k miles on a similar bike from new.
Stupid *****.|||the bike will out last your use for it. When you get sick of it, it will still be running strong...
You won't be able to get what you gave for it but if it runs well, doesn't smoke and have alot of scratches/dents, plastic missing, worn out tires you should be able to get around 60-80% of what you paid.
Welcome, and ride safe, stay alive.|||probably a few 100k miles before you start seeing any problems, so 5-8 years?
Has done almost 220k miles on a similar bike from new.
Stupid *****.|||the bike will out last your use for it. When you get sick of it, it will still be running strong...
What was the name of Kawasaki's first production motorcycle?
The bike gurus should know this. Help me out guys.|||That's Tricky Bruce,
The First actual Kaw was a '62 B8 125cc
Same bike was made in '61,,,called a B7.
But it wasnt a actual Kawasaki yet,,it was a subsidiary company Kaw owned./bought after making engines for them for several years
The First actual Kaw was a '62 B8 125cc
Same bike was made in '61,,,called a B7.
But it wasnt a actual Kawasaki yet,,it was a subsidiary company Kaw owned./bought after making engines for them for several years
What would you pay for this motorcycle? Kawasaki?
I was wondering what would you pay for a 2010 Kawasaki Concourse 14 non ABS model?
How much would you pay? Please honest answers no bs
I know it's American culture to tell the price etc
The dealer is selling for $11331 OTD
do you think it's worth this price or can it be lower?|||I wouldn't buy the bike.... can get a nice 749 Ducati super bike for less than that..
but I like sports bikes..
%26amp; that's a touring bike...
but as with anything you buy... you decide what its worth... offer them that amount.. the answer is either yes or no...
if its a dealer he may drop the price if he cant sell it for a few months...
so if it doesn't sell you can always go %26amp; offer him the price you want %26amp; tell him to ring you when he hasn't sold it %26amp; is willing to drop to your price...|||NADA.com has it between $9,500 (low retail) and $12,500 (high retail) depending on condition. The low end on that is for a bike that needs a few things.
How much would you pay? Please honest answers no bs
I know it's American culture to tell the price etc
The dealer is selling for $11331 OTD
do you think it's worth this price or can it be lower?|||I wouldn't buy the bike.... can get a nice 749 Ducati super bike for less than that..
but I like sports bikes..
%26amp; that's a touring bike...
but as with anything you buy... you decide what its worth... offer them that amount.. the answer is either yes or no...
if its a dealer he may drop the price if he cant sell it for a few months...
so if it doesn't sell you can always go %26amp; offer him the price you want %26amp; tell him to ring you when he hasn't sold it %26amp; is willing to drop to your price...|||NADA.com has it between $9,500 (low retail) and $12,500 (high retail) depending on condition. The low end on that is for a bike that needs a few things.
Who created a worldwide craze for motorcycles? From which country it started?
The credit for creating a worldwide craze for motorcycle goes to Japan 鈥?especially to the Japanese engineer named Soichiro Honda (see photo). Just as scooter was innovated as an affordable vehicle for the common man in postwar Europe, Honda concentrated on the motorcycle. He inspired Kawasaki, Yamaha and Suzuki to follow him in this field.More chek here seekforfan.com|||Check your history|||So Honda started the biking industry after WWII...I think not. You fail to give any credit to Harley Davidson, Indian and Henderson in the USA, Norton, Triumph, BSA, Vincent, Excelsior and others in the UK, BMW and loads of other European companies that were building lots of bikes before WWII and even WWI. I could be wrong, but I think one of the first two wheeled vehicles that were designed with an engine as an integral component (as opposed to adding an engine to a bicycle) was a German bike in the late 1800's.|||Originally, America inspired motorcycling with a large number of manufacturers, not the least being Indian, Excelsior Henderson and Harley Davidson. in the 50's British brands started taking over, namely BSA, Triumph, etc. In the 60's Honda started taking over.
Now, things have evened out, but the European brands are starting to be the most innovative - BMW, Ducati, Triumph.|||Soundra, what have you been reading? Gas-powered lawnmowers at the turn of the 20th century? I don't think so.
Motorcycles saw huge developments between the two World Wars. They were a much cheaper alternative to the automobile, at a time when Soichiro was still just manufacturing piston rings.|||WRONG - the British were the first with mass produced motorcycles because of the prohibitive taxes on four wheeled vehicles. Before the Japanese came along the British sold more bikes in North America than all other makes combined.
Why are you answering your own question ?|||Diamler built the first "motor driven" cycle ... with training wheels, back in 1890's to test internal combustion engine designs ... sort of a rolling dynometer.
Budd|||"Honda put the world on wheels."
Hendersons, H-D, Indians and the rest of the quirky super-heavies were ridden by the fringe element.|||It is undecided who actually created the first motorcycle. Harley started by putting a lawnmower engine in the frame of a bicycle. But, he was not the first to do this. Other people at this time where doing the same thing. Most people where just looking for some way to make their bicycle comute easier. Harley when one step further by conecting two cylinders to one crankpin. Thus starting the life of the v-twin. Most harleys you buy today still have two pistons conected to one crankpin. This offset fireing is what causes that lopsided idle of Harleys. This is a poor design but harley owners refuse to let the company change to newer better designs. The latest attempt that harley has made to break free from poor design is the V-ROD where there are two crankpins. One for each cylinder.
Now, things have evened out, but the European brands are starting to be the most innovative - BMW, Ducati, Triumph.|||Soundra, what have you been reading? Gas-powered lawnmowers at the turn of the 20th century? I don't think so.
Motorcycles saw huge developments between the two World Wars. They were a much cheaper alternative to the automobile, at a time when Soichiro was still just manufacturing piston rings.|||WRONG - the British were the first with mass produced motorcycles because of the prohibitive taxes on four wheeled vehicles. Before the Japanese came along the British sold more bikes in North America than all other makes combined.
Why are you answering your own question ?|||Diamler built the first "motor driven" cycle ... with training wheels, back in 1890's to test internal combustion engine designs ... sort of a rolling dynometer.
Budd|||"Honda put the world on wheels."
Hendersons, H-D, Indians and the rest of the quirky super-heavies were ridden by the fringe element.|||It is undecided who actually created the first motorcycle. Harley started by putting a lawnmower engine in the frame of a bicycle. But, he was not the first to do this. Other people at this time where doing the same thing. Most people where just looking for some way to make their bicycle comute easier. Harley when one step further by conecting two cylinders to one crankpin. Thus starting the life of the v-twin. Most harleys you buy today still have two pistons conected to one crankpin. This offset fireing is what causes that lopsided idle of Harleys. This is a poor design but harley owners refuse to let the company change to newer better designs. The latest attempt that harley has made to break free from poor design is the V-ROD where there are two crankpins. One for each cylinder.
What Starter motorcycle Should i Get -Kawasaki Ninja 250 or Ninja eliminator 125?
well i just need opinions on what i should get! the eliminator 125 or ninja 250r.. this is for my first motorcycle.i dont need new suggestions on other bikes please..thanks|||Between the 2, I would go with the 250cc Ninja. ***2008 brings a remodel to the bike.*** A 125cc engine would be best for the first couple hours, but after that the bike would feel slugish.
I just bought a 650cc Suzuki Cruiser as my first bike 2 1/2 weeks ago. Though it was wicked fast at first, but now hauling my big butt around it's no faster then my Escape SUV. So getting the larger engine would be in you favor.
I still think a Sport Style bike is a bad choice for a bran new rider with 0 Experience. Your body weight is high up and the seating posistion is difficult to get used to compared to a cruiser. ***Riding a bicycle to going to a cruiser is second nature.*** But I can defidentley see where the appeal in the sport style is. ***I love the GSX-R - but they're to much for a starter, both cost wise and power wise.*** - But the lack of power in the Eliminator 125 will have you wishing you had gotten the faster bike real quick.
Anyways, you will have a blast.
Get a good helmet, and WATCH OUT FOR THE IDIOTS ON THE ROAD!
Peace.|||Actually, I'd suggest the Ninja 500... it's not SO much harder to ride, will run a bit smoother, and make freeway speed much easier than the little 250, which screams when you have it up that high. Both are great starter bikes, but when you've been riding for a little while you wont want to have to buy a bigger bike right away, so a bigger starter is a good idea.
Good luck, and be careful!
(For a new rider, or even if you're experienced offroad like I was, I STRONGLY suggest doing one of the weekend safety courses that are held by many riding schools. They are generally available for both beginning and advanced riders, and it basically counts as a rider's test if you need a license. You get a lot of useful information, which just might save your life.)|||id say 250, motorcycles are quick to get the hang off and ull want to start going a little faster a few weeks into riding=p. i started on a 600 and still use it after 2 years, its nice and small and the pipe n airbox gave it sum umpf.|||this is two different riding styles.
the ninja is a sport bike and the elimnator is a cruser.
I started off on a sport bike, and now ride a cruser.
if you are looking a comfort, go with the elimnator.
size will play a part too, see if you can sit on both of them. I am 6'2" and I don't think I could ride either one.
good luck, take a training course. it is well,time spent|||Of the two bikes get the Ninja 250.
You will quickly find the 125 to be underpowered and unsuitable for highway use. The Ninja 250 for its size is actually a pretty good beginner bike and commuter.
I also advise you to do some kind of riding course, you will learn more than you could imagine. Most importantly get a full set of safety gear.
Helmet
Gloves
Jacket
Pants either leather or jeans with Kevlar reinforcing
Boots
In that order of importance, don't think you won't come off. It's not if you will have a accident but when. And always wear gloves. Hand injuries are common and always bad.
I just bought a 650cc Suzuki Cruiser as my first bike 2 1/2 weeks ago. Though it was wicked fast at first, but now hauling my big butt around it's no faster then my Escape SUV. So getting the larger engine would be in you favor.
I still think a Sport Style bike is a bad choice for a bran new rider with 0 Experience. Your body weight is high up and the seating posistion is difficult to get used to compared to a cruiser. ***Riding a bicycle to going to a cruiser is second nature.*** But I can defidentley see where the appeal in the sport style is. ***I love the GSX-R - but they're to much for a starter, both cost wise and power wise.*** - But the lack of power in the Eliminator 125 will have you wishing you had gotten the faster bike real quick.
Anyways, you will have a blast.
Get a good helmet, and WATCH OUT FOR THE IDIOTS ON THE ROAD!
Peace.|||Actually, I'd suggest the Ninja 500... it's not SO much harder to ride, will run a bit smoother, and make freeway speed much easier than the little 250, which screams when you have it up that high. Both are great starter bikes, but when you've been riding for a little while you wont want to have to buy a bigger bike right away, so a bigger starter is a good idea.
Good luck, and be careful!
(For a new rider, or even if you're experienced offroad like I was, I STRONGLY suggest doing one of the weekend safety courses that are held by many riding schools. They are generally available for both beginning and advanced riders, and it basically counts as a rider's test if you need a license. You get a lot of useful information, which just might save your life.)|||id say 250, motorcycles are quick to get the hang off and ull want to start going a little faster a few weeks into riding=p. i started on a 600 and still use it after 2 years, its nice and small and the pipe n airbox gave it sum umpf.|||this is two different riding styles.
the ninja is a sport bike and the elimnator is a cruser.
I started off on a sport bike, and now ride a cruser.
if you are looking a comfort, go with the elimnator.
size will play a part too, see if you can sit on both of them. I am 6'2" and I don't think I could ride either one.
good luck, take a training course. it is well,time spent|||Of the two bikes get the Ninja 250.
You will quickly find the 125 to be underpowered and unsuitable for highway use. The Ninja 250 for its size is actually a pretty good beginner bike and commuter.
I also advise you to do some kind of riding course, you will learn more than you could imagine. Most importantly get a full set of safety gear.
Helmet
Gloves
Jacket
Pants either leather or jeans with Kevlar reinforcing
Boots
In that order of importance, don't think you won't come off. It's not if you will have a accident but when. And always wear gloves. Hand injuries are common and always bad.
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