First Time Riding a Motorcycle - Ninja 250

[@genecitarella3516]

It's real loving of you to teach your brother how to ride properly, i hope he is grateful.

[@stevesinyard]

Thanks for posting this. I'm 29 from the UK looking to start riding (have been looking at Ninja's 250/300) so it's really useful these beginner tips and seeing a real like newbie riding around and being told the real life stuff you come across, over videos just tell you how to pull away and stop, so those tips where really useful! I was concerned that being 29 might be too old to pick up a bike and learn but it seems to be simpler than I thought by watching a few videos, I guess it's just getting to terms with learning how to use both hands/feet and one time.

[@privatniprofil5762]

Hitting the horn , man those memories

[@ranshiiekrueger84]

Definitely getting the Ninja as my first bike, not only for comfort but also because of the brakes, it also won't be powerful enough to kill me and would last a good several years

[@Hadgerz]

Thought about trying for a ninja 300 instead of the 250? it's got a little more power to get you out of trouble, and better brakes/suspension/comfort. Also looks cooler ;D

[@ranshiiekrueger84]

Hagz500R the 300 is alright, but I don't need much speed, because I'm mainly near the city, plus I'm not a heavy guy nor very tall xD but thanks for the response ^w^

[@ahrenh250]

You'll want something bigger in a few months, but learning the basic nuances and technique on a 250 will boost your confidence and ultimately make you a better, safer rider. Confidence breeds competency, and riding scared is an accident waiting to happen.

[@ranshiiekrueger84]

Ahren H I've been riding a 230 Honda for the most part now to gain more confidence, sure I've got the hunger for speed, but I'm also gonna keep getting into doing more advanced stuff on the dirt bike first, that way when it comes to the ninja, or even riding on the road, it'll be less scary

[@ranshiiekrueger84]

I got the Ninja 300 and already had my first crash, but it'll be a good chance to upgrade the exhaust and get rid of the monster stickers, also gonna get some proper riding gear

[@elkslayer7399]

GREAT JOB on that first ride...Your stops were great, You stop with plenty of room, looked more then once...smooth on throttle...shifting comes with time...I still double tap into first gear (do one extra down shift when I think I am in first gear)..lane choice is another hard thing to focus on when new. On bigger bikes I found that when turning from a stop, I never have bike turned in the direction i am turning when stopped. Always straight until I turn. Made it easier to balance and gives me full head turn both directions. thanks for the video

[@TimothyCrismanMusic]

Great teacher. Im trying to get a nice bike a 250 just gonna need help learning how to ride. Shifting and this clutch is gonna be confusing but im a quick learner.

[@gargantus5]

Nothing like documenting quality family time educating others in the process. Memories that will last a life time. I remember learning to ride my dads Honda shadow around the yard nice to see family sharing something so precious i wish we had a video camera when I was learning. Keep the shiny side up guys ride safe! =)

[@RahemeMatthie]

With a good teacher like you, he's bound to be a pro in no time

[@1tsHunt3rFoo1]

decided on getting a 250! and these videos are a great help, thank you!

[@Coolchris158]

I took the MSF course and the hardest thing that I found was the friction zone. I must have stalled a billion times. Also I found myself looking down a lot. I'm ready for a bike but I need some more practice. Ninja 300 it is!

[@ahrenh250]

Riders with dirt bike experience tend to pick up street riding more quickly than riders with no prior experience at all. I began on a 80cc dirt bike when I was 11 or 12, and the transition from dirt to pavement wasn't too difficult... Until I dragged my foot in a quick turn (dirt bike style) and twisted my ankle pretty good. That pain unlearned my bad dirt bike habits real quick! Good stuff, well done!

[@Vortigon]

That can be true - Dirt bike riders can get the basics quick because they already know how to ride, but also SOME dirt bike riders have a couple of issues: They pick up a HUGE amount of really bad habits that can stick with them for a very long time, and because they can ride dirt bikes from a young age and have usually have never been shown how to ride a bike properly from scratch, some can find it hard to 'relearn' the right way/safe way to ride. Which means it takes them longer to pick up road skills than a newbie with no bad habits. e.g. Dirt bike riders find it really hard to learn safety checks and observations. Depends on the rider of course and how long they have been dirt riding.

[@SmokeNYC]

great job teaching him. My older brother taught me how to ride. I just got my first bike. Same one u have/had!. 2009 Kawasaki ninja 250 black on black. Carbs problems right now. Any suggestions?

[@jimbojerry596]

Awesome ur showing your brother to ride and trusting him not to drop it!! Be careful guys

[@evelynservin412]

I wish I lived in your area I'd beg to hire you, I'm starting my lessons next week on the same bike

[@ericgrant1593]

love your videos informative funny just good entertainment.

[@bigcmpgunnin9226]

ok so i use to drive a mini chopper aroud gas power 4speed do you think ill have some luck on this size bike i mean ive riden dirt bikes and four wheelers iim wantig to get on a motorcycle by begging of next year

[@BBQnapalm]

So i'm 16 years old now, and when i turn 17/18 i really want to start learning to ride a motorcycle. But is it better to first learn to drive a car of is it also fine to start with a motorcycle straight away ?

[@mysonspapa]

get your car drivers license first. buy a cheap 5 speed car.

[@TheMightyAzn2400]

I'm looking to buy this as my first bike, but me being 6' 3 would this be an issue at all or does height not play a huge role in a bike?

[@bigdickbob69]

+Steven Dang height isn't an issue, just as long as you're able to hold the bike up with one leg you will be fine! Best if you're able to be flat footed with one leg at least

[@mysonspapa]

not really with a 250. its a sport cruiser so you sit upright. as long as you arent 280 lbs you should be good.

[@krasserj4k]

What year is it

[@alberttorosian4475]

cool want to learn how to ride too

[@bullseye1470]

I bought A 500 GS after learning how to ride only two hours you can natural since I knew how to drive standard transmission already I think I would have regret it if I would have started off with a 250

[@Randomyou101]

Should I get this as my first bike? (I've been on a scooter tho) or a 250r? Or what I live in malaysia the country below Thailand and above Singapore

[@ThaKeke1]

I started driving a 50cc bike when i was 16, i think it's a nice way to learn the shifting and the balance on a motorcycle, so if any young people are reading this, maybe consider that ;)

[@laykomusic2089]

getting on a bike for my first time on monday and im just sitting here like I WILL NOT LEAVE MY BLINKER ON I SWEAR TO GOD I WILL NOT BE THAT NOOB

[@elkslayer7399]

headshot justin..I agree with Tim..get a five speed manual..Once good at shifting up,shifting down,down shifting...then climb on a bike

[@arielmartinez1747]

I'm planing on Geting me a Honda cbr250 I've never riding one befor. I know this girl who has one ans it's really sick bike so I was think that's what I wanted to get but I'm not sure if it will be a good starter bike. What would you recommend me to do?

[@terrapingeometers7012]

Ariel Martinez it's a great bike. You probably already outgrew that bike by now right? lol cbr250 is a great first timer bike and around the towner. but 1 month later you're ready for an upgrade. so anyone reading this comment, get it for as cheap as you can used. Do not buy a 250 new from a dealer.

[@indianboine251]

i just got my motorcycle do i need to shift down to 1 or 2nd gear if im not going to stop? it's ninja 250r and im able to slow down my bike just by letting off gas and staying on 4th gear for turn and accelerate back up with out down shifting is that good or bad? i also feel like im going way faster then i'm. is that normal when you first start riding? i usually drive my car 40 mph around my house (and it feels normal on 25 speed limit) but on my bike im riding at 20 - 25 mph and it feels like im going 50. it could also have to do with my exhaust being way to loud.

[@bluewhale4659]

I actually don't really like sport bikes, but this one has something to it.

[@treecareEdm]

Very helpful thank you...

[@scvdad]

I would like to post this video to my channel, such good info!

[@TheJankoFilms]

I drive a 97 Jeep wranlger that is a manuel, am i gonna be ahead in the game with shifting or will it be harder for me?

[@daevster6663]

ahead but dont think that its identical cause its not learn like this guy learned slow and steady

[@TheJankoFilms]

Evan Davis Okay thanks man!

[@daevster6663]

any time

[@XxBrandon13xX]

Raymond, Alberta?

[@xboxmasterrrrr68]

The first motorcycle i've ever driven was a yamaha 600cc dirtbike when i was 8 years old out in a field with my uncle then i got to the point where i could get him to hold the bike so i could take off on my own then when i turned 10 he got a kawasaki 125cc dirt bike but it was still just a tad bit tall for me so i stacked some bricks and started that way then i started riding an 1970s 250cc honda street bike in oklahoma at 13 now im 14 looking to save up some money so i can get a 250cc kawasaki ninja by the time i turn 15 1/2 and i am very happy to say i started riding at a younger age

[@Tristanschannels]

Notice your Ninja has a fuel gauge? most models doesn't come with that extra, normally just has the temperature instead of the fuel gauge. Is that because you added it and other mods(modifications) from normal?

[@Macaroni646]

Fuel gauge is stock on the new gen ninjas (08-12)

[@mattsmart705]

Nice one. Well done. 😎

[@Liberaltedjo]

what camera u use man ?

[@zodion8]

im so scared of the shifting on a bike, im scared im going to fuck it all up xD

[@noahbillingsley8347]

How? You can't really fuck it up if you pull in the clutch shift than let out there is nothing to be scared of

[@cheezet100fyi]

Noah Billingsley so to shift just pull the clutch and shift to any gear then let go of the clutch? getting my 250 in a few weeks and getting scared lol.

[@atem8101]

did u get it?

[@voodoo_bomb7129]

Greezy And did you fuck up?

[@MikeSheehan727]

we may never know...

[@rezanabavi4802]

how tall is your brother?

[@ydinoviantopadang1734]

Okn' Ne'Simon. You go Run Test... Hare we go...

[@friskjadid8538]

I want the ninja... Does anyone know how to get a motorcycle driver's licence?

[@hunterkiller9991]

Frisk Jadid You go to your local driving school and ask about it. Im starting my lessons soon.

[@friskjadid8538]

okie... thanks...

[@acevalo]

Did he ride without a permit? I'm assuming this is Canada maybe.

[@theswaff699]

he said kilometersper hour in the last vid so i guess

[@devenbloncourt5224]

After you get done with the Ninja 250 I recommend the Ninja 300

[@ChipSm1th]

Deven Bloncourt upgrading from a 250 to a 300 would be pretty pointless, you'd want to go for a 650 or something like that

[@mysonspapa]

only reason to go 300 is for FI.

[@ComandanteJ]

Fucking blinkers man! A good one-liner would be... I'LL BE BACK LOL. Very nice vids!

[@codfan122]

this will be me in a year or 2 cant wait oh boiiiiiiiiiiiiiii sdly got to get a car first next year

[@GuilhermeBianeck]

Me too, 1 year and 10 days ....

[@ZeShirky]

Mines in 10 months. (November) Going to go for my bike license shortly after my birthday.

[@GuilhermeBianeck]

Yeah ... In Brasil we pay 1.000 BRL (500 USD) to get the license it's pretty expensive.

[@ZeShirky]

Guilherme Anselmo Don't you have a lot of tax in Brasil though? In South Australia (just looked this up now) it's $375 for a level one, basic course and then $57 for your permit. After 6 months you can do the level two, advanced course which is $334.

[@GuilhermeBianeck]

Yes ... It does, still expensive... The ninja 250 2012 0km it's 7.000 U$ And our salary it's around 3x less than the Usa

[@ayylmao1197]

Raymond eh? must've shot this years ago :P

[@RyanB_524]

So is that what you’d look like with hair. Don’t mind me Lol. Just going thru your old vids

[@Gandolf2222]

y was he talking about people using an indicator i thought those thing were extinct long ago ( saying People Dont Use It)

[@theswaff699]

he is on a ninja not a BMW

[@Victic005]

Don't use the switch to shut off the bike. Use the key.

[@o2Hayden]

Many people say to use the switch.

[@acevalo]

+Quang Lam Switch is recommended, as they say when training.

[@Victic005]

+AsianGraphics they say for emergency. I use the key.

[@acevalo]

Quang Lam "They" conclude of many variables, use the key or switch at your own risk.

[@o2Hayden]

AsianGraphics During the safety course "they" tell you to use the kill switch.

[@evilpanther990]

is that adrian nickelodeon, the early years?

[@reselling4life31]

misleading... wasn't the first time riding... first time riding means u don't know anything about a bike and never been on a bike... good good with click bait!!