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I'm a girl and i want a Kawasaki ninja 250...?
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Lisa Cherie T
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Hey. I just bought a ninja 250 about 2 months ago. And honestly riding a bike after driving a stick for 4 years almost came more natural.Just apply the same techniques and you'll be fine. I love my bike. Just realize if you're riding with a bunch of guys with 600's and beyond like I do, you are going to feel left behind.
But I have been told this bike handles really well through turns so leaning might be an easier idea to swallow.
But it all will come naturally. Good luck!! Maybe I will see you out there!
But I have been told this bike handles really well through turns so leaning might be an easier idea to swallow.
But it all will come naturally. Good luck!! Maybe I will see you out there!
I have wanted one for a while. Right now i have an manual 09 eclipse gt.I have never been on a bike before but i figured it can't be THAT hard since i know how to drive a stick. Do you think the ninja is a good starter bike? Or even a good bike in general? All suggestions or comments are greatly appreciated!! Thanks!
Rod Knocker
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Good for you. Take a rider's safety course and you will be good to go after you complete the course. You will also earn your license via the course.
A ninja 250 is a good beginner's bike. I would suggest you take the course (they supply the bikes) before you buy a bike because you just might want a bigger or different style bike once you know how to ride.
A ninja 250 is a good beginner's bike. I would suggest you take the course (they supply the bikes) before you buy a bike because you just might want a bigger or different style bike once you know how to ride.
It's THE perfect starter bike (if you want a sports bike that is). People say you'll outgrow the power quickly, but seriously... Just because you "get used to the power" doesn't mean you need more. The twisties are much more fun than bigger bikes. Better gas mileage, cheaper insurance, and very light weight. There are actually a few upgrades you can get to get more power out of it. Upgraded exhaust system (prefer Yoshimura), jet kit, smaller sprocket, and a couple other things you can do. Oh, not to mention brand new they're still significantly less than a used bigger bike with an msrp of $4000.
Baron_von_Party
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I've always viewed Kawasaki as one of the more durable Japanese bikes, good engineering and materials.
The fact you can drive a stick will help a little, but it's pretty different with the bikes as your hand controls the clutch and your foot the shifter. Also bikes use what's called "return shifting" which is a bit different, but a MSF class will definitely help, you'll do fine. (As I always say, if I can do it ANYONE can!).
Definitely consider finding a used bike to start with, will save you a lot and if you do tip it or whatever you won't feel so bad. But the 250 is a good beginner sized bike, should be able to enjoy it several years before feeling the need for more power.
The fact you can drive a stick will help a little, but it's pretty different with the bikes as your hand controls the clutch and your foot the shifter. Also bikes use what's called "return shifting" which is a bit different, but a MSF class will definitely help, you'll do fine. (As I always say, if I can do it ANYONE can!).
Definitely consider finding a used bike to start with, will save you a lot and if you do tip it or whatever you won't feel so bad. But the 250 is a good beginner sized bike, should be able to enjoy it several years before feeling the need for more power.
It's That Guy
New member
Some good answers so far, but I will add my $.02
First of all, any bike you get, you should be able to sit on it with both feet flat on the ground. This is sometimes a problem for girls, and limits their choices.
Secondly, if you can drive a shift car, you can very easily learn to shift the bike. You already understand how a manual clutch works. I learned to drive on a shift car, and when I bought my first bike I just jumped on it and rode it home. At night! You can also ride a bicycle, right? If not, you should start on one of those to learn how the balancing thing works.
Thirdly, the Ninja 250 is all the bike you will ever need -if- you never plan to go long distances at high speeds. If you plan to do long highway trips, say 30 mi. or more at 65 mph or more, then you should consider a 500. The 250 can do 70 or 80, but for long distances it is not comfortable, and not safe since it's not really designed for those speeds. Years ago, before superhighways were so popular, 250 was the standard size for motorcycles, and people routinely crossed continents on them at 50-60 mph.
Good luck! I hope you enjoy biking nearly as much as I do. 8^)
First of all, any bike you get, you should be able to sit on it with both feet flat on the ground. This is sometimes a problem for girls, and limits their choices.
Secondly, if you can drive a shift car, you can very easily learn to shift the bike. You already understand how a manual clutch works. I learned to drive on a shift car, and when I bought my first bike I just jumped on it and rode it home. At night! You can also ride a bicycle, right? If not, you should start on one of those to learn how the balancing thing works.
Thirdly, the Ninja 250 is all the bike you will ever need -if- you never plan to go long distances at high speeds. If you plan to do long highway trips, say 30 mi. or more at 65 mph or more, then you should consider a 500. The 250 can do 70 or 80, but for long distances it is not comfortable, and not safe since it's not really designed for those speeds. Years ago, before superhighways were so popular, 250 was the standard size for motorcycles, and people routinely crossed continents on them at 50-60 mph.
Good luck! I hope you enjoy biking nearly as much as I do. 8^)
HannahBanana
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totally
take some classes with the bike to learn everything about it
some say 90 to 95 percent of hospital injuries are uneducated on dirt bikes
take some classes with the bike to learn everything about it
some say 90 to 95 percent of hospital injuries are uneducated on dirt bikes