2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Review Overview and under seat storage 08 250

[sabbottart]

Shoulda put the tach in the center.

[STEWIkytez]

im like 194cm long should i fit on a ninja 250? or not?

[skullage2010]

is green or black the special edition?

[HenryNguyen123]

i think you can store a sandwich in there or something.

[ChinRider51]

nice bike for beginner! I had one before and loved it !

[the45operator]

you sound minnesotan as fuck. im from MN too tho

[fightnight909]

What do u recommend for a newbie. A 250 Ninja or the Suzuki 2009 GS500F

[skaterflip88]

i want to get into biking and i dont know if i should get a 250 or 650?? people say its best to start with a 250 but my friend stated biking a couple of months ago with a 650 and he loves it

[David20931]

@skaterflip88 should get 250 to start with..

[baymarine01]

I got mine in blue!

[likespaintball]

i have a question for anyone. I drive a 2010 ford focus(parents car) or a 2005 alero. i can no longer really afford gas and the auto insurance so i was wondering would it be cheaper to ride this bike when u take into account insurance and fuel?

[yfz450911]

@likespaintball umm the as far as insurance its higher on bikes but as far as gas goes its alot cheaper,, for me anyways. i pay $344 ever 3 months for my insurance,

[kylehondarider]

@sjonessonejs read the description

[sjonessonejs]

What's the top speed?

[LRDG94]

@sjonessonejs like 105mph

[frigginjoe]

Congrats on the bike. I really like these newer Ninja 250's and will probably get one. I currently ride a 250cc scooter and love it, and the storage is a requirement. Do you know if rear trunks go well on these? It's a requirement for whatever bikes I ride. :/

[whothaplaya]

@cm3ndez The red light in the the left side of the fuel gauge will come one if your bike is overheating.

[younggstyle123]

i want a 250 but im a big dude and dnt think ill fit on it, im 269 pounds and 5'11"

[whothaplaya]

@younggstyle123 A ninja 500 would be better for you. It looks ugly but is still a lot of fun and you don't care how your bike looks while you are riding.

[bojangles465]

u need a fender eliminator

[ssjpowell]

how ironic you have a kawasaki yet your name is kylehondarider :) <3

[MWalding2000]

how much did you pay for this beauty kyle?

[buki20001]

tommorow ive get my kawa ninja 250r 09

it was about 4.150€ :D

[italianxTc]

OH MY GOD i cannot wait till i get me one of these :D

[joerock00]

im around 6.2 is that a prab for driving motorcycles ??



[pummarit]

Will the ninja 250r fit me? I am 177-180 cm tall and 60 kg.

[jeepnix1]

dude this is a sweet bike.. ive spent days just youtubing these.. and the cbr 250 but i think this looks better

[pilotingfreakazoid]

hey, kyle. I noticed you had said you lived in minnesota, so do I. how often do you get out and riding ? i know you can't ride in the winter obviously, but do you get your money's worth out of it if your just riding during spring/summer/fall seasons?

And where did you grab this fine piece of work? im intrested in getting a ninja250 but don't know local motorcycle shops that sell them. any tips?

[weurRTG]

Can you tape registration, title, etc. on the inner side of the storage cover?

[Noel127]

im 210 Pounds, not fat... Slender, and im 6'1 would you recommend the bike?

[Genoxide85]

The European model has temp gauge instead of fuel gauge, however the European model has fuel injection.

[JDamicoVVS]

how much would a 2008 ninja 250r be know in 2011???

[GotSoulDoubt]

@JDamicoVVS I'm looking for one right now. Most are going anywhere from $2900 to $3800 depending on the condition and the mileage.

[Skillthreat]

whatsthe speed differenece between this and a 500 cc?

[Genoxide85]

What do pillion passengers hold on to? The rider I guess but that can be weird.

[AlexTrebicki]

@Genoxide85 ...Don't ride with a guy then.......

[allanm17]

hey kyle, i rode my friends 250 cc kawasaki dirtbike 07 model, and i was wondering if the Kawasaki Ninja 250R 09 model are alike the same acceleration/top speed...? im thinking of buying one of these whats the price tag....

[eritajuddin]

Better choose Yamaha RX-Z..

[RJKcool3]

i wanna take a motorcycle license when i'm 16 , i'm 14 right now can u tell me what the blue light on the guage is for? & is this a good bike for bigginers?

[AlexTrebicki]

@RJKcool3 Yes it's great, i'm 17 and i'm 5'7...140 lbs. Bike fits PERFECTLY. Feels like it's meant for you. And looks great.

I'de actually be really depressed to be 14 and be watching all these videos about bikes since I couldn't wait to buy one...saw one on kjiji and went to pick it up same day. SOOOO glad I did!

[tatuksa]

hi

u want to buy one next week but i`m confused between 250 and 650

i`m 55k weight and 160 cm

do u recommend to rake 650 or 250?

[kylehondarider]

@tatuksa I think the Ninja 250 would be your best choice.

Kyle

[tatuksa]

@kylehondarider thank you

[AlexTrebicki]

@tatuksa 250, 600 is too much for a begginer...you'll waste money on gas and power you won't be using

[jonas27794]

ola muito bom

[dandarra92]

With a Pillion of about 10stone what do you think the top speed will fall to?

[futuramanut]

@dandarra92 everyone seems to think that if they weigh a lot the top speed suffers. Simple physics tells us that what really suffers is the acceleration. You should have no problem getting up to speeds that break laws, it will just take longer than some lighter.

[xboxizill]

Hey, Im 15 and when I get my license, I want to buy a bike. Ive been looking at Kawasaki's but I dont know what I should start with. If anybody can tell me what would be good to buy, how much it would cost and all that stuff. Thanks!

[dandarra92]

@xboxizill Get On "MCN reviews" just google it and then check out all the different bikes kawasaki has to offer wih a detailed review of each bike

[A7XBilly]

nice bike kyle :)

its one of my favorite...but i buy a little one because the money... anyway my bike is honda cbr 125r 08 with injection and i'm gonna upload some videos to take a look!

Billy

[ofuckyoucunt]

please reply kyle!

as im new to bikes i desperately need someone to give me advice on what sorts of bike to buy, etc

[amdz64]

how fast does it go ?

[dandarra92]

@amdz64 110MPH from what iv heard...but depends on conditions as well

[amargold008]

oh....

wow what a bike........

[stairmaster3001]

dou think some one who is 5,2 could ride it a stock ride hieght

[wes1137]

perfect size for a Burger King bag =)

[hAhan17]

this bike looks awesome... how much does it cost... must be a bomb...

[KoreanRobot]

@hAhan17 2010 model is $4000 new. You could probably find it cheaper used tho

[MuayThaiMMAjunkie]

@KoreanRobot The Ninja 250 retains its value so well that it's ridiculous. I've seen only $500 off 2 year old 250's wih 5k miles. Might as well buy a new one, then sell it a year later and step up to a 600 or a 650 (which is just detuned). This is the hottest noob bike in America!

[KoreanRobot]

@MuayThaiMMAjunkie The styling for the 650 is nowhere near as sharp as the 250. Im not planning on racing, im not in Germany near the Autobahn. A 250 is just fine. Its also true i wish it would depreciate more. Ill probably wait until the 2011 model comes out just to get the 2010.

[muthu161]

2 of them can travel in this bike huh?

[KoreanRobot]

@muthu161 2 of what? people yes.

[muthu161]

@KoreanRobot oh! k 

[gunnut3345]

theres also 500's out there if your not ready for 600's

[kurdi82]

how long will this bike last?? i mean as in mileage

[powertoweight100]

You know you can put a 2 stroke engine in that right?

nice sleeper

[zivotjesuv]

thats a nice bike,i have a 2006 FZ6 with ABS and 100Hp but i want also to get this kawasaki. how is the acceleration?

[319PurpleHaze]

hi just got my ninja 250

the workshop men advised me to keep below 4000 rpm till 1000 km ....

vat is this, is it true ... and y - 1000km ????? too much

i have just done 70 km .....

[kylehondarider]

@319PurpleHaze The RPM limit for the first 1000km is the "Break in" period- It's there to ensure that your motor will work properly. If the motor is run too hard in this period, it can cause problems dealing with compression, burning oil, and other things.

Kyle

[319PurpleHaze]

@kylehondarider thankyou ............

[zsprit91]

@319PurpleHaze its also call the running in, go research on it, its for the piston to properly seal or something.

[rtsoccerplayer]

personally i would've gotten it in blue, but still pretty nice!

[dergangedchipmunk]

is it good for a tall chubby guy? because im about 6 foot 4 and chubby rofl

[KoreanRobot]

@dergangedchipmunk Its not great, but it would probably work. Youll look very tall on it. And if you weigh more than 220 you might wanna look at getting a 650r.

[kylehondarider]

@dergangedchipmunk That makes two of us lol

[Mzahaka1313]

@kylehondarider three lol i also want this bike

[JDamicoVVS]

@dergangedchipmunk im 6'4 250 im gettting one soon fuck it!! weeeeeeeeeeeee

[jeffreepreezz]

MN represent!!

[Dan9271]

how much is ur insurance?

[crazykick680]

sweet bike

[ryanbrown321]

im pretty sure they do because the key hole makes it quite obvious, however if you are looking to carry something small/illegal put it in a liquid/air tight case and tie a string to it and put it in the gas tank :) just a thought

[gwynnus]

@ryanbrown321 Someone's watched 'Easy Rider' :)

[ryanbrown321]

@gwynnus HA! yea i admit ive seen it a few times :)

[Umaxen]

I guess he's into 250's. In the 1950's a 250 was considered to be a normal sized bike.

[jriney007]

why did you buy another 250 why not move up to a 600?

[kylehondarider]

@jriney007 I didn't feel ready for a 600, didn't have the money for one, and really liked the new style.

[Gizmorun]

keep you'r tool kit with you. you'll need it eventually and when something goes wrong you'll kill for a tool kit.

[pen1510]

nice bike.. i have 250r black version... so fantastic... cheers..

[xXKurisuSanXx]

hey do you still have her??? She's beautiful and im seriously thinking about buying one in two or three months as my first bike. If you do still have her, how has she held up for the past two years?

[kylehondarider]

@xXKurisuSanXx I did put a 1 year review video up.. I got it in March of 08 and have about 5000 miles on it. It's been a great bike and I highly suggest it as a beginner bike. It's very easy to ride and learn on. I had the older version also, (2007) and that was also an excellent bike. The older models do offer a bit more comfort, but these look better. I suggest either bike (the older ones are much cheaper if you're on a budget)

Kyle

[DreaDedDayDreams]

What are the hooks for? Helmets?

[kylehondarider]

@DreaDedDayDreams There are hooks underneath the seat to lock your helmets to, the hooks behind the license plate are used for straps etc. to secure cargo on the back seat.

[DreaDedDayDreams]

Thanks so much. Everyone was telling me that there was no way to carry a helmet on a bike unless you wanted to hold it.

Bet you had fun typin out my name didn't you? ;)

[453bruce]

I have a 2009 model SE. The under seat storage fits perfect for my Glock 17

[kurdi82]

@453bruce glock 17 and a ninja 250?? you better be ready for a chase .. this bike ain't fast if you gotta run

[marino4691]

@453bruce so youre hustlin every day?

[vgl77]

cool vid mate!

[TheMinhja]

the only reason y i dont want a 250 is because the front side view the handle bars look wierd

[lotlhorton]

i miss minnesotan accents :(

[mebealex16]

They go about 90-100 mph not much faster than any cars but the acceleration is amazing.

[paintballxguy]

who needs to go more then 90mph? haha running ffrom the cops.. perhaps.. but otherwise..

and does this motorcycle take normal gas?

[KoreanRobot]

@paintballxguy It does. But premium extend the life of the engine. It is worth the extra 10 cents considering the tank is so small, it might only cost you 50 cents more.

[360mmspider]

so like how fast are they, what car are they as fast as ???

[CoonBabble]

id say a little slower than a chevy cobalt ss. the 0-60 on this bike is around 5.7 sec i think.

[gable00015]

most of the times ive seen are in the low 7 second range. not hating just thats what ive seen.

[CoonBabble]

na if thats what youve seen maybe thats what it is, the only figures ive heard are from a 250r owner so they may be skewed

[legacy5990]

Take it for what is worth, every number I've "Heard" has said 5.5 seconds. But lets face it. like you said, anyone who owns one, is likely to embellish, God knows I would. ;)

[HcoreSouljah]

Correct, if you're not new at riding bikes... If your new, expect around 7-8 secs.

5.6 is a record on a stock 250r.

[seiz33]

just get an eliminator kit for the back plastic hanging down it takes it all of and keeps the plate..its worth it im getting mine in a few days

[jonronsanchez]

I bet its perfect for your cell phone, wallet, pack of gum and chapstick =)

[KoreanRobot]

@jonronsanchez Couldnt you just keep all that in your pocket?

[dandarra92]

@KoreanRobot A tool kit? Yer cos youd want to carry a tool kit with you all the time..if it stays in the bike then there is no risk of forgetting it.

[LIGHTD1993]

nice vid

[ImGodUFUCK]

i guess you can fit a sandwich in there or something lol

[blueleeder323]

@ImGodUFUCK thank you so much for this idea. as soon as i get mine im going to ride up to my friends house, pull out the sandwich and just chill there with TWO things he cant have XD

[KoreanRobot]

@blueleeder323 XD

[1MasterMagican]

is it ok for guys to have the limegreen colur? b/c i want a green colour but never seen guys on it thaks

[varial137]

ima dude, and i gt a green one yesterday

[fcytud6]

go for it, its all about personal preference and its just green,not a bad color its just a color,im gettin black cuz thats my fav color, so go for it!

[kb1200]

LOL what kind of question is that? Of course guys ride on kawa green, one of the best colors for a kawasaki.

[kj7687]

How come your name is Honda rider if you ride ninja's? You've got some CRF's or something?

[kylehondarider]

I used to ride Hondas, but they didn't have a small, cheap, sporty bike like Kawasaki did when I was looking to get a bike. Next one I get will be a Honda 600RR.

Kyle

[kj7687]

Nice man, that is an awesome bike!

[gibsonbensorensen]

Do you know that under the passenger seat ,there are 2 helmet clips!!

[sotiri04]

first thing i will do to this bike

1st get bigger wheels

2nd get a better noise

and 3rd get the fender removed|!! sick bijke thoo

[drunkwizards]

Sup Kyle im about to buy my first bike soon I was wondering how much did you pay for the bike total after all the tax, license plate and what not? thanx

[kylehondarider]

It was around $3,800 for this bike out the door-

Kyle

[drunkwizards]

Thanks Kyle. Greetings from Cali.

[ArmyE5]

well, i'm 16. weigh like 205. am about 6'2 or 6'3. This would be my first bike. What do you think, should i get this or something a little bigger?

[kylehondarider]

I suggest going to a dealership and sitting on one. I'm 6'0 and I have no problem on it. It will no doubt have plenty of power for you. I ride on mine with my girlfriend all the time, and it'll still do 80-90 no problem.

[ArmyE5]

alright cool. i'll probably go with this if i like it after trying it out. i just don't want something that's going to kill me as a first time biker.

[deegirlshopping]

i agree to cut that piece off i was thinking that before you said it lol very nice bike looks like a bigger bike 600 or so with that big tank

[chamrouen]

Do you need insurance for the bike. Because i want a bike, but may concern about it.

[custommotor]

yeah a 250 needs to be insured

[AllenPattison]

would this be a good bike for someone around 6 ft that weighs 145 lbs. and is 16 years old?

[kylehondarider]

It would be perfect. Check out my other videos-

Kyle

[7immortal7]

they have it in white?

[hallal55]

i just got a 89 zx6 yesterday omg its scary first gear is givin me a hard ass time learnin to clutch and everything...should i keep the zx6 and learn or trade for a 250?

[dasherdudester]

Did you have your bike license at the time of purchasing this bike ??

If so how did you get it home ?

[kylehondarider]

I only had my permit, however, we hauled it home in the back of my dad's pickup truck.

Kyle

[dasherdudester]

So you didn't drive it ? it was put on the back of your dads pickup ?

[dasherdudester]

what a permit ?, im from New Zealand, we don't go with permits here...

[dasherdudester]

*whats

Permit being like a half license?

[kylehondarider]

Yes. With a permit, in my state here in the U.S. you must always wear a helmet, not drive at night, no driving on freeways, and there's a limit to how big the city you can drive in also. A permit can be acquired by just a written test, and for a full license you must take a driving test.

Kyle

[dasherdudester]

ahhh, I get it now, lol

Thanks,

Lets see how my Black Ninja handles:)

[ryanbrown321]

im thinking about getting the 2010 Kawasaki ninja 250r for my first bike. Im 6'1 185lbs so i dont think it will be a problem but i learned yesterday that here in TX if you take a Motorcycle Safety Course for $160 (they supply the bike) all you have to do is take a written test at the DMV and you get your Liscense. Cant wait. Nice bike BTW

[jeffzalonka]

really? i thought the course provided a written test and a riding test. all you have to do is bring what the instructors gives you and you get a license at the dmv.

maybe im wrong.

[ryanbrown321]

i could be wrong as well, thats just info i read about a course here in Austin.

[bradyischamp]

take the motorcycle safety course and you have to take a written test at the dmv only. not the riding test. i took the beginners and intermediate mfs course

[koshikipunk]

i was thinking of getting this one but only have 7months b4 im unrestricted, and i do want a bigger bike something bad compared to the 250, but have to say they are a gorgeous bike

[Bre518lol]

nice but its a 250

[et3isme]

hey, 2 questions i'm just wondering if you are regretting not getting the 600cc ninja instead? and what's your age/insurance cost like???

[ShwigShwag]

don't get a 600 for your first bike. go for a 250 or a 500 at the most. a 250 is plenty fast for a new rider. I know because i just got my license. on the 5th. plus the new ninja 250 has no problem getting up to like 125. how much faster do you really want to go?

[mgroskla]

man is that compartment water proof ?

[benroll532]

hey im 15 and im wanting a motorcycle when i get my motorcycle license is this a good bike ill turn 16 in november right now im 5,7 and i weigh aobu 140-150 would this be a good starter bike for me i ride a honda xr 200r are they close in height

[beenridinallmylife]

yes this would be a great bike for you... there isnt too much power, but theres enough for an adrenaline rush.. trust me i have been riding since i was 8, you dont want to start out on a big bore bike, if you do you will get yourself hurt. remember , squid, stupid quick underdressed inevitably dead look up "brand new gixxer crash" you will see what happens when a new rider steps on a 1000 he drives out of the dealership, and goes literally less then 100 feet before he crashes.

[rsscoyote]

what is the top speed this bike in km/h?

nice bike

[kylehondarider]

This bike does around 170km/k, maybe 175-180 depending on rider weight, etc.

Kyle

[Bassmanonmasa]

I knew it! I've got one and I'll be able to ride it tomorrow, I have a yamaha virago I was doing 120 (super top speed for that bike) and this little ass on a ninja 250 just pass me like I was going 80 and he was going 120! can't wait to have a full licence for a big bike but till then I think this bike is the best around! insurance puts it in the racing category!!! :]

[benroll532]

i seen a video on youtube of someone going about 114 mph which is pretty good for a begginer bike

[transparent101]

It would be nice if they updated the zxr250

[littlemissvixen26]

i just ordered a kawasaki green ninja 250 yeah the colour rocks dude!!!!

[sukha55]

Im thinking of buying this as my first motor vehicle XD...

[deepair007]

i wrecked mine

[kylehondarider]

OH NO! Dude that totally sucks.. sorry to hear about that.

Kyle

[deepair007]

i know man but it only broke my turn signal and left some scrapes on the left fender...keep it safe this spring.

[kylehondarider]

Well that's not too bad, but I'm sure it still sucks wrecking your baby :-/ Will do, I can't wait for spring, I'm gonna bring my bike to Bemidji where I go to college, there's some great roads down there.

Kyle

[dorseyeliana]

I really the the video but u should of turned it on. But thanks for showing that.

[kylehondarider]

Check out my other two videos of it

[eXphoid]

i want a black one :P

[IntolerantInLove]

black 2008 650R is way awesome.

[7immortal7]

Hmmmm love it..fuckin hot