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Cajun

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So, I have been doing some searching around craigslist and what not for a beginner bike. I was told to either go with the Ninja 300 or the Ninja 250 ( they look exactly the same to me lol ). Anyways, I found a Ninja 250 for 1500$. There are some scratches but other than that it runs fine. ( ill include the pictures below ) What do you think I should do? I am not going to be worrying about speed or anything as this will be the bike that I get used to everything on. Ill eventually Move up to an R6 or the Ninja 600. What should I do guys? Should I dish out the cash and either A) Buy this bike with the scratches and buff them / get them fuxed? or B) Save up 2-3 more thousand ( thatll take me a while as im at a shitty job atm ) and get the 300? Im more leaning towards the 250 to start off.

Also, I would possibly get the whole bike Repainted / replace parts on it.

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I would go with option C, which is save up around 2-2500 which would get a very decent ninja 250 and have a mechanic go with you, or atleast someone who has some knowledge of bikes. To replace fairings it can become a little pricey, so you might be better off finding a different one.

However, if the bike runs good and the body work doesn't bother you then by all means go for it. But it's still best to have a mechanic check it out.
 
Good advice from Artopure. Cosmetic repairs on fairings can be tricky and replacements, even third party ones, are very expensive. Some would say that a scruffy bike indicates a bike that has been neglected in other ways too. Not always that case but be wary unless you're sure it's mechanically sound.

If you buy cheap, be prepared to buy twice as the old saying goes :)
 
Fair play. I guess Ill just have to save up a bit more then :P ill def keep my eye out on craigslist tho and other motorcycle seller sites. Thanks for the tips :P
 
May I ask you what's stopping you getting a 636 right now?

Unless you have some licensing requirements to ride larger capacity machines, or there's an insurance issue, I don't see that as long you can keep control of your wrist that you couldn't have a bigger bike now, and look after it long term.
 
I'm 5'10"

Well, nothing is really stopping me other than the fact that I e heard a lot of good things about the ninja 250 and 309 as a starter bike. Also, my price range at is 1k - 3k
 
Cajun said:
I'm 5'10"

Well, nothing is really stopping me other than the fact that I e heard a lot of good things about the ninja 250 and 309 as a starter bike. Also, my price range at is 1k - 3k
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I would browse craigslist for a variety of bikes, Ninja 500, sv650, etc... That way when a good deal comes along you won't be limited to only looking at 250s. You have some options with a 3k budget. Some may not like the looks of the Ninja 500 but it's a great reliable bike, and you should have problem getting a decent one for 3k.
 
Go with a cheap good runner while your learning, Then upgrade in a year or two when your more confident, That way if anything happens to it its not a huge loss, The 250 - 300 is a great bike to learn on!
 
I got my 600 for US$3,500 (my first bike)... not a bad price at all until I discovered how much work it needed and still needs :p . If you want something bigger, buy cheap now and pay double for repairs or if you want to wait twice as long, buy more expensive and not have to put as much into it :( . Damned if you do, damned if you don't both ways ~_~ .

That 250 does look a bit chewed up, though :( . Kind'a like what @Lurch said above - as long as you're mature with riding a bigger bike, then why not ride one ;) ???
 
Andrew said:
Go with a cheap good runner while your learning, Then upgrade in a year or two when your more confident, That way if anything happens to it its not a huge loss, The 250 - 300 is a great bike to learn on!
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Thats exactly what I was thinking of doing :D

RoninK6 said:
I got my 600 for US$3,500 (my first bike)... not a bad price at all until I discovered how much work it needed and still needs :p . If you want something bigger, buy cheap now and pay double for repairs or if you want to wait twice as long, buy more expensive and not have to put as much into it :( . Damned if you do, damned if you don't both ways ~_~ .

That 250 does look a bit chewed up, though :( . Kind'a like what @Lurch said above - as long as you're mature with riding a bigger bike, then why not ride one ;) ???
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hahah It does look a bit banged up. And tbh, I wouldnt mind riding a bigger bike. I would rather learn first than risk my life :P Also, I dont want to give a bad name to bikers if I were to wreck from being "careless" or not being able to handle it :P ATM, I am either going with the 250 or the 300. Whichever one I come across first for a good price. Then, after a year or two of riding, I will definitely upgrade :D
 
Cajun said:
Thats exactly what I was thinking of doing :D



hahah It does look a bit banged up. And tbh, I wouldnt mind riding a bigger bike. I would rather learn first than risk my life :p Also, I dont want to give a bad name to bikers if I were to wreck from being "careless" or not being able to handle it :p ATM, I am either going with the 250 or the 300. Whichever one I come across first for a good price. Then, after a year or two of riding, I will definitely upgrade :D
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what about a CBR500? they are awesome bikes, 47 BHP and gorgeous. Great learner bike and fairly priced?
 
Lurch said:
May I ask you what's stopping you getting a 636 right now?

Unless you have some licensing requirements to ride larger capacity machines, or there's an insurance issue, I don't see that as long you can keep control of your wrist that you couldn't have a bigger bike now, and look after it long term.
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MattFazakarley said:
what about a CBR500? they are awesome bikes, 47 BHP and gorgeous. Great learner bike and fairly priced?
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Alright dudes, Found an R1 for sale. 1800$ and looks beautiful.
http://jpegbay.com/gallery/004260554-11.html#11

Tons of nice pics there. I really liked this bike as well.
 
Mmmm, now an R1 is pushing it a little for the first bike, in this case :P ... but she is a beautiful bike :D ! I wonder what the hurry is to sell it :o ???~
 
Imo opinion if you are set on a sport bike then hold off on it and get a cheap dual sport bike.

The reasons I say this is because the power will be very manageable and if you drop it, chances are the bike will be fine. Plus dual sports can be had for pretty darn cheap. And the maintenance is easy and will familiarize you with working on your own bikes.

As others have said don't limit yourself to just one bike. I went through several selections of bikes before deciding on my supermoto.

Regardless of what you choose, I hope you find the option that works best for you.
 
As the guys above have said, that's a lot of bike for a first-timer and you will drop it at some point!

Some might call it sacrilege but if you feel you have to go with a bigger displacement bike just now then maybe consider getting a restrictor kit fitted and learn how to handle in with limited output for a few months before removing it.

That way it feels like a new bike but you've only had to pay for one! :D
 
RoninK6 said:
Mmmm, now an R1 is pushing it a little for the first bike, in this case :p ... but she is a beautiful bike :D ! I wonder what the hurry is to sell it :eek: ???~
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She said her husband and her got a divorce and she got the bike in the divorce process. She said it brings back bad memories.

MattFazakarley said:
ive just ordered a coffin for a 5"10 male with extra room to accomodate for leathers and a helmet :L
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XD

MotrdSteve said:
Imo opinion if you are set on a sport bike then hold off on it and get a cheap dual sport bike.

The reasons I say this is because the power will be very manageable and if you drop it, chances are the bike will be fine. Plus dual sports can be had for pretty darn cheap. And the maintenance is easy and will familiarize you with working on your own bikes.

As others have said don't limit yourself to just one bike. I went through several selections of bikes before deciding on my supermoto.

Regardless of what you choose, I hope you find the option that works best for you.
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True. And I'm not opposed to a dual sport, but would rather a sport bike :P haha all my options are open at this point tbh.

Badgerman said:
As the guys above have said, that's a lot of bike for a first-timer and you will drop it at some point!

Some might call it sacrilege but if you feel you have to go with a bigger displacement bike just now then maybe consider getting a restrictor kit fitted and learn how to handle in with limited output for a few months before removing it.

That way it feels like a new bike but you've only had to pay for one! :D
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I actually looked into some restrictor kits because I heard that I may need it to start off XD if I end up getting this bike I'll most definitely get one.
 
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