New In Oregon

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Discussion Starter · Jan 25, 2010

Sup Ninja Lovers!
So...
I started on and rode for 8 years, a CT 110. 1982. I rode that little fracker everywhere. Major trips over the Cascades in East OR and out to the coast. 500 mile trips. Up and Down Hwy 101. See the world @ 30 mph... Its a different story. I have never had an endorsement- just rode. Fixed up and sold a few oldies, mostly because I like cleaning old things. Everyone has there kinks

I've had major interest in the 250r since Cycle World did a write up in '08. Just love 'em! More so I have a deep respect for riding to the limits of a machine. Also- I find it ridiculous to buy a L bike I'll only ever use 60% of...
At this point I am considering a April Purchase of a '10 250r...that's when my endorsement will come through. I looked at other forums but you cats seem to be having the most fun. Plus its the only place that embraced young girls as riders rather than toys. That's a rare attitude out here- Mad props to you Delta!

So Hi to everyone and I'd really appreciate any advice from the Ninja Lovers-
PS- I'm thinking Blue

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Felix

· #2 · Jan 25, 2010

Howdy!

You riding now? Pics of previous rides?

Lots of info on here, CT110 is a great bike! I'm looking at doing something over here called the Postie bike challenge. Basically riding a CT110 through some pretty insane terrain for charity, 3500km to be exact (Brisbane to Darwin).

http://www.postiebikechallenge.org/

Felix

metbandit1

· #3 · Jan 25, 2010

Hey! Welcome to the forum! im sure you will find all of your information on here and if not, just ask and ye shall receive

Zandit

· #4 · Jan 25, 2010

Welcome Suit, You've just about ticked all of the boxes!!

Rode and fixed up old bikes - check
Likes to ride to the limits of the bike - check
250r obsessed - check
Think we are fun - check
Respect for Chicks on bikes!!! - Double check

You may pass!

Razorback

· #5 · Jan 25, 2010

Welcome

spooph

· #6 · Jan 25, 2010

Welcome dude. Post up some pics of that 110 and if you have them, of the bikes you've fixed up. Your attitude rocks!

Delta107

· #7 · Jan 25, 2010

The Suit said:
Plus its the only place that embraced young girls as riders rather than toys. That's a rare attitude out here- Mad props to you Delta!

OMG HE KNOWS MY NAME WHAT DO I DO? lol jk

Anyways Welcome post pics of the previous bikes. We LOVE pics!!

GO TEAM BLUE!

Delta107

· #8 · Jan 25, 2010

zandit said:
Respect for Chicks on bikes!!! - Double check

lol

oOdaisyOo

· #9 · Jan 25, 2010

Hey now. Delta is not the only chick in here!

oOdaisyOo

· #10 · Jan 25, 2010

Oh, welcome to the forum!

Delta107

· #11 · Jan 25, 2010

oOdaisyOo said:
Hey now. Delta is not the only chick in here!

remember I'm special! or someone is stalking me.

ninja man

· #12 · Jan 25, 2010

hi mate

oOdaisyOo

· #13 · Jan 25, 2010

Delta107 said:
remember I'm special! or someone is stalking me.

Special ed!

Crispy

· #14 · Jan 25, 2010

we are having the most fun. Welcome!

Onslaught

· #15 · Jan 26, 2010

oOdaisyOo said:
Hey now. Delta is not the only chick in here!

We love Daisy too !!!!

(always off-topic) Welcome to the forum, brother.

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Discussion Starter · #16 · Jan 26, 2010

Felix said:
Howdy!

You riding now? Pics of previous rides?

Lots of info on here, CT110 is a great bike! I'm looking at doing something over here called the Postie bike challenge. Basically riding a CT110 through some pretty insane terrain for charity, 3500km to be exact (Brisbane to Darwin).

http://www.postiebikechallenge.org/

Felix

Wow!! Now that IS DEDICATION !!

G

Discussion Starter · #17 · Jan 26, 2010

Well I 'll see about getting some pics of the 110, but I'll have to dig them out and scan 'em. Didn't manage to hold onto the others... Unless you all want pics of my mug(you don't >_<) I don't have any

But I'll get something up when I buy the Ninja-
Yes Daisy- I know you're here too. Sorry
THX for the warm welcome Everybody.

ninja man

· #18 · Jan 26, 2010

hi mate

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Discussion Starter · #19 · Jan 28, 2010

Ok- So here is the reason I really joined.
I am still kinda on the fence about the 250r. Don't get me wrong I love the design! My problem is size...
It's a tiny bike. I'm at 175lb. (no I'm not fat) and I still wanna carry a honey. It fits me-5'9"...
How much can I really carry and still enjoy performance? Will I outgrow the bike in 2 years? I grew up around Seaplanes and I know my limits and enjoy pushing them... For those of you who have been on your bike a few years- is it still incredible? I love the small bikes, but as I move into sport bikes I do not want to buy into something I'll grow outta promptly...
Sound off cats- I need to know before I spend $4500+....

BlackBoar

· #20 · Jan 28, 2010

I started on a 50cc scooter. THAT'S small. I don't consider the Ninja to be either small or slow. It's dimensions are very similar (within mm) of any other similar styled bike. And performance is great. There is way more than enough to get hurt or get in trouble. I've got one season (5,700 km) on mine and I have no plans to move up. Maybe years down the road. Nothing lasts forever and when the day comes that I want a new bike it will likely be something different and probably in the 650 range, but it won't be because the Ninja was lacking, I'll just be looking for some new experience.

My sound-off.

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