Hey, I'm new to these forums. I guess the title of this thread instantly gives you the impression that I just started riding a couple of months ago, which is true.

Anyways, I've been looking at getting a new bike because I have a Ninja 250 and it's surprisingly slow to me now. I've been "taking it farther" a little bit by learning how to stoppie and wheelie. The other day I messed up and dropped my bike going about 5-10mph and scratched up the side of my bike as well as dent my pipe. I was looking for some advice on what to do, should I just unbend the pipe and leave the plastics how they are? Or should I replace the whole exhaust? Or what?

Here's some pics of the damage:




I also had one more question, I just purchased an aftermarket tire and when I had it balanced, the guy told me its going to be slick and to take it easy. Does that mean I can't go like "vertical" for a while?

 

All new tires take a while to get "scuffed in" Sorry about the drop there man, and welcome to the forums.

 

Congrats on the first scratch. The next one won't bother you as much.
Mostly kidding, but if continue to push the limits, you will drop it more. If you want learn to stunt, get an old bike that you don't care about, because you will beat the **** out of it.

 

I would agree with that.



those need more scuff in time as well as more time in the saddle. Ride safe and congrats on a great ride.