2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R: Walkaround with Gabe Ets-Hokin

[getshokin]

@T0H0E0G0A0M0E

I think you should try re-jetting, and also, when was the last time you checked valve clearance? If you ride that bike hard, you should do it ever 3000 miles.

[MuayThaiMMAjunkie]

best review in youtube!

[vvtheduckvv]

Great bike, I love mine!

[Antonio9069455]

is there something for this 250 .. that makes it faster ??? i mean not exhaust

[getshokin]

You could spend $3000 and get 5 more horsepower: porting, blue-printing, knife-edging, all the usual tuning tricks. But why would you do that?

[porchonero]

great bike!!!

nice video

[DemonEyesMo]

looks like a nice ride. how much practicedo you think one needs before upgrading to a CBR600 or ZX-6? I'm asking because eventhough the new look is a definate improvement, the CBR and ZX looks very sexy and honestly that is the main reason i don't want a ninja 250...looks.

[getshokin]

If you're riding motorcycles primarily because of how they look, my opinion is you should stick to cars...seriously.

That said, I can't begin to answer your question because you don't give me much info about what you're practicing on or how much experience you've had. 600cc sportbikes are designed to win races at very high levels of competition. They are not beginner friendly. The Ninja 250 is. Ask yourself: are you an expert rider? If you can't say "yes" without hesitation, you'r e not ready.

[vgl77]

great video mate... I am really looking forward to get one of this preety soon and this kind of video is awesome in the decision process... ths!

PS: U absolutely destroyed the user "ten8goa"...fucking bastard, knows nothing about streetbike's culture and this particular model... no wonder this is the Kawa's best seller bike around the world...PEACE!

[getshokin]

Thanks! It's a fun bike.

I'm amazed at how retarded some of these kids are that post here. It makes me fear for the future of the world.

[getshokin]

You are as wrong as you are profane. 92 on radar. End of story.

[ten8goa]

Too small. No power. Like a 6 cylinder Mustang. Looks like a Ninja but has no performance. What's the point? Get a 600,

[getshokin]

The point is that it's suitable for new riders, racers, and anyone else who wants less weight and a pricetag that's less than 1/2 of a 600. Experienced and mature riders understand this. Motorcycling isn't like car culture, where having the coolest, most expensive thing elevates your status. Motorcycling is about building skills and enjoying the experience, and having more power doesn't always translate into a better experience. Learn to ride and you will get it someday.

[zlyuk]

This Ninja bike is different to what i've got, probably one of modifications. I've got engine temperature gauge instead of fuel one and fuel injection system that wreck my head. After first wash computer started to make noise and was problems with start until it dry out. I wander if there is difference in power delivery

[getshokin]

Yes, the USA model is carbureted, which makes it a little slower, but it's also $500 less. It sounds like you have a defective CDI or ECU. That should be a warranty fix.

[anthcybo]

95 stock? That means it can barely keep up with traffic. 4,500 - 5,000 for a rocket isn't bad though.

[getshokin]

You are a very dense person. What part of "Professional journalists used a radar gun to verify top speed" don't you understand? Even if you saw 110 on your speedo flat-out, downhill with a windstorm at your back, it doesn't mean you were really going 110 mph. Indicated speed and actual top speed are different.

[getshokin]

You are wrong. Radar-verified top speed of 92 mph. Cycle World magazine, June 2008.

[getshokin]

It['s a bargain-priced 250 that will go 95 mph...what do you expect?

[FormerFC1]

I wish the solo seat cowl fit better. It's not snug and sleek like some other models. Wish they gave it more effort.

[unitedwerock2]

i have that exact bike, its just an 09

[FormerFC1]

09 is a different color red.

[boy19931993boy]

is that a stock exhaust?

[rebelsouljaz]

it is, nice isnt it?

[jcdenton7]

Yes, stock exhaust, boy1993.

[number6128]

yes.

[djkross123]

i got mine for $3100US here in louisiana.

[puckboyhawks]

i saw one for 4000

[nachospole1]

also why dont they intergrate the fuel gage and temp gage as one like they do in cars or is ther more to it

[nachospole1]

they are $6990 in australia so about $4000 us dollors depending on the exchange rate

[janschaak2]

Very informative, thx.

[theostreinu]

3999 euros in Europe :) that's kinda ... 5500usd

[YESFILMS]

Yes! They cost much more in EU. Too much! :-(

[watmeworry4]

i went to all the dealers in central jersey and nobody has this bike....they got the ex250 in gay blue..where can i my hands on the green or red bike?????? please help...

[Jersey130]

The '09 models are on the way in, I think. This bike has been so hot to sell from what I hear that it's really not surprising a lot of places don't have them in stock. I think the EX250 is the '07 model, so you'll probably want to wait for a new shipment of '08s or '09s, as the design is really new and improved on the '08. The '09 is supposed to cost $500 more and be available in a new ebony color. Can't say I'd be excited about that... I want green too. :)

[tran5990]

it costs a lil over 3k msrp in us

[videtehbad]

i payed 4345 € for 250r in germany

[vikingo89us]

the reason its so expensive in europe is that the euro models are fuel injected while the us ones are not

[kattemissen]

9,199 in Denmark :(

[juantheswan561]

nah 3,499 dollars in the u.s

[metallica85]

how much ninja 250r in america?in malaysia it cost about us$6250...

[cetinjee]

$4300 in canada. probably the same in US

[MDizzel16]

About $4000

[FroAndLongHair]

probley like 10

[stejensen]

How fast can you get this up to being realistic? Ive heard 110MPH and 55-60MPH???

[callycat23]

ive got one and ive had it pinned at redline and it was going 105 mph.

[EattPoop]

Any suggestions?

[zpcinc]

only 13 more 40 hour weeks until i can afford it. sigh

[LiberatorOfAmerica]

weak, in most cases, skinny?, idk theres some pretty fat 14 yr olds out there

[andy42x]

i got one last weekend..  it's fun.. trying to keep it below 6k RPM (a little higher than the 4k recommended, but it's hard to keep it that low). anyone else think the engine sounds like it's gonna explode when you rev it high?

[UnionEuropean]

pardon but 250R has only 2 colors : Lime and total black? ...how have you red?

[dryan2]

nop there is a red aswell

[UnionEuropean]

ah ok ...because in Italy the ninja has only 2 colors : lime and black. ok THX

bye bye

Enrico

[LiberatorOfAmerica]

in the states you can get it in candy plasma blue as well

[Joe7946]

this bike is 3,300 quid - so cheap! shame british bikers have to wait 2 years after passing the cbt to get this bike :(

[Martind123]

Not really... Cbt is just basic training allowing you to ride a bike up to 125cc with L plates. If I read correct, this bike is just under 33Bhp so if you passed with a A2 licence you can ride this without any restriction. After 2 years you can ride any bike...I hope to get mine soon ! Good Luck!

[sheik480]

Wait for your bike license before asking that question again.

[EattPoop]

Wait, Do you know how much money it is to get a bike license?

[sheik480]

Look it up, It's not that hard to find out. BTW, minimum age for a bike license is 16.

[dhahn01]

Not sure what state you're from but most states you can get a motorcycle endorsement at 14 for smaller bikes like this 250.

[sheik480]

I'm from oregon.

[mattjones2300]

so pretty!

[SnuffCityProductions]

actually they r 3500

[Peuce]

damn... bikes in america are so cheap. I live in Poland and you have to pay approximately twice as much for any bike or gear. Pisses me off man...

[benjeans]

Yea some people cant afford those

[Lundqvistfan]

It's only $6,500-$7,000 dude. Most bikes are more

[VGarvin]

$3,500

[Lundqvistfan]

I know I made a mistake

[cust0mb4ll3r]

BIG mistake there.

[losangelestolga]

huge one.

[eriatarka1983]

I'm 5'10" and 240 lbs. Am I too big for this bike?

[zymuur]

yes im getting one and i can ride it im 52 95 pounds

[Tsoglani55]

GIEF its perfect!

[RaggaRasta]

This is a beginner bike, with in 2 months of owning this you will want the 500R or 650R.

[playersball23]

why

[RaggaRasta]

Once you get the feel for this bike and own it you will want more power on the highway and it is just not there.

[Nonpoint93]

no you wont...

[fatony26]

if he knew he would have replied. he was just talking about how they revamped the bike. the guy didnt know what the he was saying but his job was to relay information to the viewers, not to claim to be the guy that designed it. at least he is honest.

[porschefanatic33]

that guys retarded dont even know what a brake caliper is

[sksmith903]

Pretty sure he didn't know what the "piston ratio of the brake caliper" was ... He probably knows what a brake caliper is

[tankthank]

funny ... "I dont know what that means" eggcellent!

[tankthank]

windy day :)

[klimer17]

the fuel injected bike is in europe to match the governemnt standard for emissions control

[tomkatseven]

Cool info,question????When do you think this bike will get fuel injection.

With or without FI this will be my first bike.

Thanks

[4E8S8D6]

Anybody ever consider the Jardine RT5 or FMF Apex Ti/Ti exhausts? How would they compare?

[patriothung]

how much did u get for this bike?

[streetraceaddict]

they are $4000 or so USD, check the Kawasaki Website

[dneye88]

$3,500

[patriothung]

where? in the states? cuz i live in canada man..thanks by the way

[lesmcluffalot]

Kewlios

[bugsy898]

ill nut all over this bike...

[twooctrox]

Great lil' bike, fun and non intimadating, BEST for a learner. Video was a L7

[harohanz333]

how the fuel efficiency on the bike? how much to fill up and how fast do you use it up?

[thefuzzter]

I believe it has a 4 gallon tank and it gets about 70 MPG. So thats 280 miles on $14 of gas (if gas is $3.50 a gallon.)

[sherbanator]

4.8 gallon tank*

[LYAL650]

I would cosider this bike as a commuter and a fun city bike. The Yoshi pipe looks great but the pipe prices would buy a lot of gas!Id wait to buy a pipe used when a newbie wrecks!

[RealHimura]

This bike is just awesome...

[dsramps]

i have a qustion. do you think it would look weird caring a passenger on this bike. would the bike look to small please let me know thank you

[kakdfskakjadjkl]

do you think i would be to big for this im 62 and 185 pounds or do u think i should get something else

[Seth6Strummer]

Get the 250, your weight would be perfectly fine.

[RicoChetx06]

what about me? 6'2 about 220. ?

[getshokin]

My web producer is much bigger than you, he rode one to top speed on the freeway and had a great time.

[kalashinakov]

what about one of those hyosungs gt250R they are good for bigger ppl like us :)

[getshokin]

Yeah, the Hyosung is definately a bigger bike, better for larger folks. Not as fast, I don't think.

[tracstar9876]

ya, yall will do fine. I would say up to 250lbs. I rode on the highway with a girl on the back, runs like a champion. just make sure the tires are good pressure...

[thepiratep]

hey im thinking about gettin this bike im 5'10 160lb can i ride with somebody on the back at like 125lb? will it look weird because of its seize and be hard on the bike? thx man

[trivium016]

im 6'1 and i weigh 165 and i ride my buddys just fine

[serbaci]

I just cant wait to see it...great vid

[colin8868]

bought one last week! can't wait to ride it! got it in green!

[zombies8u]

TEAM GREEN!!! That's the sweetest -400cc bike out there. EVER!

[kalashinakov]

250?

[colin8868]

bought one last week, cant wait to ride it! got it in green!

[robm425]

I love the new design...Definitely great updates!!!!!

[ced4sky]

just amazing

[Hexactinellida2]

that bike is 3450$, thats freakin cheap

[NTRSANDMAN]

so is a moped

[TZR666]

verry nice vid, and lots of info to. Can't wait to see it in real

[redbolt93]

Good info, thanks. What's the top speed possible, for the track on the 08 250R?

[Atoweha]

bout 100 mph

[getshokin]

We radared it at 92 mph.

[KingoftheDock]

looks amazing.

[Turppa21]

I cant wait to buy one in late march.