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| Tweet Topic Started: Nov 20 2009, 07:10 AM (1,139 Views) | |
| Kakarikis2002 | Nov 20 2009, 07:10 AM Post #1 |
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Greetings all. I have just picked up a 91 500 Ninja. Seems to be all there and runs okay i guess. Anyone out there own one and can tell me what they think about it? I purchased this as a project for my son and i |
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| Kawasakifreak | Nov 22 2009, 08:58 PM Post #2 |
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Hi, The 500 Ninja's a cracking bike (sold as GPZ500S in Europe) - very versatile, quick (for a 500) & reliable. Performance figures when new were 60 bhp @ the crank, 120 + mph & 55mpg. Early models like yours have the 16" front wheel - can slide unexpectedly if you push things on a very worn tyre - recommend Avons or Michelins in std sizes. Regular oil & filter changes important otherwise cams can be shot by 50,000 miles - otherwise engine good for 75 - 100,000 + miles if looked after. The next bit's rare but worth mentioning - alternator magnets occassionally end up buggered on earlier bikes like yours - buy a donor bike - cheaper than replacement magnets so I'm told ! Enjoy, Kawasakifreak |
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| lane968 | Jan 25 2010, 01:31 PM Post #3 |
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i have a 03 500r n i love it |
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