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#21

07-07-2008, 02:49 PM

hayes077

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RE: ?? For serious Ninja 250 owners

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I don't think you can really compare the smoothness of an '08 engine to that of an '07. Aren't they completely different engines?

I ran conventional and syn in my 94 and it made no difference in vibration. It only served to make my brand new clutch into an on/off switch. But I do have 2 quarts of Mobil1 Racing waiting for my next OCI. I'm actually a big fan of syn oil but have been running conventional during break-in.

Thanks for the sprocket info. Don't you have to buy a shorter chain when you put on a smaller rear sprocket? I was hoping to avoid that extra expense considering the bike only has 800 miles on it. I was under the impression that the factory chain could be used with a larger front sprocket, but I haven't confirmed that yet.

I was wondering the same thing when I noticed that yours was a 07. I'm still pretty sure it will run a bit smoother in the high RPMs.

I didnt have to change my chain on my 08 when I changed sprockets, in fact, I still have plenty of room left. I am just a bit further back than the center point of the adjuster. Im pretty sure putting a bigger sprocket on the back (ie 47 tooth) would cause problems. the factory set up seems to have the adjuster pretty far forward to begin with.

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07-07-2008, 06:30 PM

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RE: ?? For serious Ninja 250 owners

Two things that should help - swap your grips to the Pro Grip 719 or 724. If you are not wearing foam earplugs, give that a try as well. I hated earplugs at first, but after a couple of rides I won't ride without them. Even the best helmets benefit with their use. It sort of "calms" everything down a bit and relaxes you- give it an honest try. Besides, you'll be protecting your hearing, even though you might not think it is loud, wind noise is at a bad harmonic level for your eardrums.

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07-07-2008, 06:41 PM

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RE: ?? For serious Ninja 250 owners

I switched out the stockers for these, in red / black: http://portfolio.geografixx.net/ebay..._template.html

Vibration is a LITTLE better, but at 9K it still feels like I'm holding onto a supercharged sewing machine.