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Old 07-31-2017, 04:02 AM
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So I am a new rider and obviously new to Kawasaki. I just picked up a 2017 Ninja 650 today. So I am looking forward to learning a lot from everyone here. Got my permit already and I am scheduled to take the safety class in two weeks. So any advice is welcome.
 
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Old 08-01-2017, 02:42 AM
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G'day mate. Welcome, from what I hear the 2017 Ninja 650 is a great bike. I had a Versys which shares the same engine awesome bike, reliable, fuel efficient and plenty big enough for a learner.

Advice? Listen, learn and practise what they teach you. Good luck, oh and wear the best gear you can afford.
 

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Old 08-01-2017, 03:23 AM
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Congrats on the new ride and welcome to KF
 
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Old 08-01-2017, 04:06 PM
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Welcome aboard, now let's see some pictures!
 
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Old 08-10-2017, 02:35 AM
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Thanks! Well the wife and I both completed the MSF this past weekend. We learned a lot. Now she is bugging me to get her a Ninja 300.
 
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Old 08-12-2017, 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Brieninsac
Welcome aboard, now let's see some pictures!


Ask and you shall receive.

Wifey and I are buying gear this weekend so I will start riding more when I get it. I am hesitant to ride without proper gear.
 
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Old 08-13-2017, 04:02 PM
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Sweet bike, I love the all black.
 
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Old 08-14-2017, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Jaello
I am hesitant to ride without proper gear.
Smart
 
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Old 08-15-2017, 03:06 AM
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Nice ebony ride pic.
 
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Old 08-15-2017, 10:02 PM
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