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Apr 15, 2007 | 05:14 AM

oldtruckluvr

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my first bike

HI everyone. i just bought a 2003 ninja 500r for my first bike. any suggestions or advice for me.. how do you think the 500 is for a starter bike? It needs a new rear tire.. any suggestions. it has a 130 70 17 on it now. could i go any wider? thanks

Apr 15, 2007 | 05:23 AM

Dragone#19

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Welcome to the forums. If a tire will fit does not mean that your suspension or your riding skills will match. Good luck

Apr 15, 2007 | 06:32 AM

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I don't think you really need a wider tire on the 500. Just get a good quality stock replacement.

Good luck, and Welcome!

Apr 15, 2007 | 07:09 AM

oldtruckluvr

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thank you for the replies! i will keep the stock tire size then. thanks for the warm welcome, i look forward to riding my new bike!

Apr 16, 2007 | 04:56 AM

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Welcome to KF.

Apr 16, 2007 | 07:31 PM

ninja1

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Congrats on your bike. I have a '05 ninja 500r. I had a suzuki savage for my 1st bike. Love my ninja. Any suggestions for mirrors. I want something that extends a little more. Thanks!