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Rider Profile: Troy (Rookie)
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| I returned to riding after 18 years of abstinence. This is the first bike that I have actually owned. It sure feels good to be back in the saddle and this bike is a blast. I hate to admit that I'm having almost as much fun customizing this bike as I am riding it. It's just great.
I have added several bags including two different Givi hardcases and two different Duke windscreens. These additions make this wonderful little bike perfect for almost any practical touring or commuting purpose. I have been thrilled to say the least. I have been riding it to work, 30 miles each way, each day and enjoying it very much. Edit 17Jan06: I have now had the chance to take the trusty Ninja 250 ST on several long trips (1000+ miles) and find it to be a perfectly capable touring machine. I can see a bigger bike might offer several advantages in comfort and performance, but with the all around advantages of economy in this lightweight little bike I think it's just fine! IBA Member# 24052 Mods: AFAM 15 tooth counterdrive sprocket. Additional tailights mod. Pro Grips 719, gel grips Tail Elimination Mod Ventura Rack ForMotion Super Lumiglow clock and thermometer Illumiglo Gauges Duke Sport Windscreen Duke Arctic Windscreen Vista Cruise Universal Throttle Lock Sigma Sport 1200 cycle computer Barender Helmet Locks Tail "Un-elimination" mod w/modified turn signal location Permanently mounted Widder electronic heat control and connections Lockhart Phillips tank bra Bike mounted Autocom system Replace all incandescent bulbs with LEDs (except the headlight) DRL Mod Bags: Givi e450 Topcase Givi e350 Topcase Chase Harper Color Accented Stealth Saddlebags River Road "One Bag" tank bag system Gear: HJC CL-14 Helmet FirstGear HT Overpants FirstGear HT Air Overpants FirstGear Meshtex II Jacket FirstGear Magnum Jacket Widder electric heated gloves and vest |
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| Last Updated August 3, 2013 |