Woo Hoo!

Love my new Kawasaki Ninja 250R!
 

Picked her up Monday afternoon and made it home in rush hour Bangkok traffic- that was exciting but not something I'm in a hurry to repeat.

Funny about the manufacturer telling us to break in our bikes gently and not exceed 4000 RPM, because the mechanics at the Kawasaki shop on Rama 9 were winding 'em WAY up in the parking lot

Anyway- the new Ninjas come with a 2 year warranty, so what the hel_l, I'm subscribing to the hard break-in theory and if something gives, well...

Work and rain kept me from riding yesterday, but today I did well over 200Km My a$ is sore!!! I think for distance riding an after market seat may be a good idea.

Anyway- I wanted to find some twisty roads to really get a feel for how the 250R handles, and the only place I could think of that's kind of close is Khao Yao National Park.

I found a nice way to get there:


For folks in Bangkok just take Ramkamhaeng all the way till it ends, then right on Suwintawong (Highway 304), and left when you reach Highway 3481. Good roads all the way!

That Highway 3077 through Khao Yai to Pak Chong is a thing of beauty! Got the tires worn right out to the edges on the twisties and the Baby Ninja handled like a dream. Very light and quick yet stable over bumps and ripples in the pavement.



Since I was riding solo I couldn't get any "action" shots... That'll have to wait until another time.

This is the smallest bike I've ever owned, yet for riding in Thailand the power is adequate. What this bike lacks in horsepower it makes up for in handling and a hard to define "fun factor".

This is also the first Fuel Injected motorcycle I've ever owned, and from everything I've read the FI version is quite superior to the carburated version they sell in the US. Throttle response is crisp and immediate, and there's no more choke to worry about.

I prefer small windy roads and that's where this bike excels- a very firm suspension gives a good feel of the road. The suspension is adjustable for preload This little engine does best over 6000 RPM. The stock exhaust has a nice little rumble in the lower RPM's.

The seat did a number on my rear, but that's probably because I haven't ridden in a few years. I think I'll get used to it. If not I know there are some aftermarket options.

Riding position is roomy and fairly upright (for a sport bike) with not too much weight on the arms and wrists. Turning is quick and effortless. Light clutch, easy shifting, solid brakes, and killer good looks- I'm a very happy rider!

Anyway- anyone want to get out this weekend and ride? Can't decide where to go- so many choices!

Let the good times roll!

Warm regards from the Land of Smile,

Marc and Nong and Little Mir AsianConnection71

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We are quite fortunate to have a very mellow tolerant ShiTzu.



I don't think many dogs would put up with such abuse!



Our son's first and favorite word is Petonque (the dogs name)



Have a nice day!



Warm regards from the Land of Smile,

Marc and Nong and Little Mir AsianConnection71

P.O. Box 71

Ladkrabang Post Office

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Our son spotted the goldfish in this little pond and wanted to jump right in!



These silly fish didn't seem to mind. Fortunately Little Mir didn't actually get a hold of one!


Till next time we hope you all have a very nice day!

Warm regards from the Land of Smile,

Marc and Nong and Little Mir AsianConnection71

P.O. Box 71

Ladkrabang Post Office

Ladkrabang, Bangkok   10520

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