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== Things to know before you buy a motorcycle == | |||
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[[Motorcycle TCO|How much does it <i>really</i> cost to own a motorcycle?]] | [[Motorcycle TCO|How much does it <i>really</i> cost to own a motorcycle?]] | ||
{{clickpic|Why sportbikes are NOT beginner bikes|{{CatIcon}}}}[[Why sportbikes are NOT beginner bikes | Why 600cc+ sportbikes are NOT beginner bikes]] | |||
[[I'm gonna save big money by buying an EX250]] | [[I'm gonna save big money by buying an EX250]] | ||
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[[AAA-type roadside assistance]] | [[AAA-type roadside assistance]] | ||
[[How can I haul my bike on a truck/trailer?]] | |||
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[[What do I need to know about buying a used bike?]] | [[What do I need to know about buying a used bike?]] | ||
[[Why new riders shouldn't get "needs some work" bikes]] | |||
[[Safety precautions when buying or selling]] | |||
[[How to sell your bike]] | |||
[[Can I import a motorcycle into Canada?]] | [[Can I import a motorcycle into Canada?]] | ||
[[How exchange rates have raised motorcycle prices recently]] | |||
[[Why bikes die]] | |||
[[I want to get a bike but I don't know the "process"]] | [[I want to get a bike but I don't know the "process"]] | ||
[[I want to get a bike but my parents won't let me]] | [[I want to get a bike but my parents won't let me]] | ||
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==Thinking about a Ninja 250== | |||
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[[Differences between New Generation and Classic bikes]] | [[Differences between New Generation and Classic bikes]] | ||
[[ | [[Can I get some stats/specs for the bike?]] | ||
[[ | [[Ninja 250 testimonials and stories]] | ||
[[ | [[What kind of performance can I expect from a Ninja 250?]] | ||
[[What kind of gas mileage can I expect?]] | [[What kind of gas mileage can I expect?]] | ||
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[[Am I too small for this motorcycle?]] | [[Am I too small for this motorcycle?]] | ||
[[How does the EX250 handle freeway riding?]] | |||
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[ | [[Shouldn't I consider a bigger bike? Won't I want a bigger one later anyway?]] | ||
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[[ | [[What are some other good beginner bikes?]] | ||
[[How does the | [[How does the Ninja 250 compare to the Honda CBR250?]] | ||
[[How does the EX500 compare to the EX250?]] | [[How does the EX500 compare to the EX250?]] | ||
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[[Buell Blast vs Ninja 250]] | [[Buell Blast vs Ninja 250]] | ||
[[What about the ZZR250; how does it compare?]] | [[What about the ZZR250; how does it compare?]] | ||
[[I want to put a bigger engine in my Ninja]] | |||
[[What are the different models of the EX250?]] | [[What are the different models of the EX250?]] | ||
[[Body color by model year|What colors were available?]] | |||
[[Comparisons and Reviews of the EX250]] | [[Comparisons and Reviews of the EX250]] | ||
[[I have a 1986-1987 model. What's different?]] | [[I have a 1986-1987 model. What's different?]] | ||
[[How long will a Ninja 250 engine last?]] | |||
[[Is it a good investment; will it retain its value?]] | |||
[http://ninja250.kingston.net/ninja-value.html Used ex250 price calculator] | |||
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==Just bought a Ninja 250== | |||
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[[What do I need to know about keys?]] | [[What do I need to know about keys?]] | ||
[[EX250F key blanks]] | |||
[[How do I wash the bike?]] | [[How do I wash the bike?]] | ||
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[[My bike jolts forward when I put it in gear after first starting it; is this normal?]] | [[My bike jolts forward when I put it in gear after first starting it; is this normal?]] | ||
[[E-Z shifting for beginners]] | |||
[[My bars move side-to-side when I take my hands off]] | [[My bars move side-to-side when I take my hands off]] | ||
[[Speedometer Error]] | |||
[[How far can I go after putting the fuel petcock on "reserve"]] | [[How far can I go after putting the fuel petcock on "reserve"]] | ||
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[[Should I use the side prop or centerstand when I park?]] | [[Should I use the side prop or centerstand when I park?]] | ||
[[I only use my bike for short trips. What should I do?]] | |||
[[Why does my gas tank sometimes whine when I stop?]] | [[Why does my gas tank sometimes whine when I stop?]] | ||
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[[Service Manual]] | [[Service Manual]] | ||
[[Owners manual]] | |||
[[Do I really have to follow this break-in period?]] | [[Do I really have to follow this break-in period?]] | ||
[[Bike mods for beginners]] | |||
[[500 mile inspection/maintenance|Do I have to do this 500 mile service?]] | [[500 mile inspection/maintenance|Do I have to do this 500 mile service?]] | ||
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[[How does the reserve tank work?]] | [[How does the reserve tank work?]] | ||
[[ | [[Why performance mods might not be good for you]] | ||
[[Loud pipes save lives - is that true?]] | [[Loud pipes save lives - is that true?]] | ||
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[[Supporting Your Bike While Servicing]] | [[Supporting Your Bike While Servicing|Bike stands/Supporting your bike while servicing]] | ||
[[Speed @ rpm calculator]] | [[Speed @ rpm calculator]] | ||
[[Speed, rpm & acceleration explained]] | |||
[[EX250 parts diagrams]] | [[EX250 parts diagrams]] | ||
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[[How should I go about preparing my bike for winter storage?]] | [[How should I go about preparing my bike for winter storage?]] | ||
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==Miscellaneous== | |||
[[Ninja 250 Rider's bookshelf]] | [[Ninja 250 Rider's bookshelf]] | ||