Cafe Racer (kawasaki Ninja 250R by Juli Purwantoro)

[@PochtroneSofa]

Indonesia and Thailand are really the international custom/café racer scene now. Nice bike! Il love the embossed tank line. They prooved that size doesn’t matter!

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@Bartek-ut9cp]

Great bike 🔥🔥

[@JHARBOOTZ83]

this is what i've been waiting for, this man made several bikes not just the byson, and surprisingly all the stance are good to look , and what i can say is he's got a good taste in custom bike culture. thanks for the review

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers

[@magnifico11]

WOW!!! Maybe the best 250cc i have ever seen

[@magnifico11]

I've seen a lot of custom v-rod muscle ones that look less muscular than this 250cc. Fantastic!

[@RACER_TV]

Lol. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@samuelhatman8995]

Like Juli's previous build, I am stunned by the finished sense of iconic style and beauty. Such quality in simple but not easy to accomplish details. It is as if Juli's and Kevin's projects are truly the standard with the strength of long historical orthodoxy that escaped through a parallel dimension to find only adoration in our universe. Ohhhh man, I need at least a poster of that bike. Already thirsty for your next episode!

[@RACER_TV]

:) Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Cheers

[@rsbharley4766]

Great video Victor, as always. Juli has done an excellent job with the Ninja, it's one very cool looking bike with lots of class. Ride safe and take care mate. Cheers

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my Dear friend for sharing your opinion. I think with the exception of the very low suspension, the overall stance of this bike is absolutely perfect. You too. Thanks. :) Cheers

[@LilMissMurder3409]

Now that's what I'm talkin' about. Wonderful.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@clantwothejoker]

So many talent from indonesia, respect

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@davidweidner1675]

Yes it is the COOLEST Ninja

[@RACER_TV]

:) I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@user-ib3lt2xv2g]

Perfect bike and perfect video. Thanks Victor Very good example from the 70s ;)

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Um abraço

[@agusamirulhadi9473]

Indonesia here .. 🇮🇩 🙏🏻

[@quadsman11]

What a great bike to choose to feature Victor ! For some reason, I haven't been able to catch your videos on a regular basis ! I have your notifications set for every one, but rarely can I catch your videos lately, and it's bike choices just like this amazing piece of art that I don't want to miss Victor ! Thought you might want to know.

[@RACER_TV]

@quadsman11 Thank you my friend for your feedback. I don't know what's going on, but lately, I've noticed fewer views on new videos. Fortunately, this video is an exception, and is attracting much more attention than usual. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@paulocesarribeiro756]

Thank you for another work of art, até a próxima.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Um abraço

[@levrider9558]

I owned a ninja 250r from 2011. changed to progressive springs and steel brake lines. very good upgrades. very nice little racer.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@giacomodante614]

great great great job! from mono to twin! I would like to see more of these mono to twin transformations.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

A very nice and correctly proportioned design! Overall, I think it’s very good work. And, as always, thank you for Racer TV, the Café Racers only choice! Ride safe my friend and hope all is well with you. cheers:)

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you dear friend for your support. Like i said in the video, the suspension and tires are on the extreme level. But the general stance is perfect. I hope the same from you. Thank you. You too. :) Cheers

[@b.s547]

Your very right , it is love at first sight as soon as you see it . Beautiful 😍

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers

[@gerardomartinez8000]

Best café race of 2024 untill now😮😮

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers

[@sadmadan2210]

juli was so humble to give info regarding his bike when i contacted through instagram....

[@RACER_TV]

Yes, I also thought he was an excellent person. :) Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@lylemacdonald6672]

A very clean looking build that punches above its displacement. To look at it you would never guess it is a 250cc. Definitely not enough clearance on the rear fender; one little pot hole and that fender is getting pounded.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. Yes, the minimum travel for suspensions practically does not exist. But for the aesthetics sacrifice, the Owner thought it was worth it. :) Cheers

[@hypershine6080]

Life is a risk my friend

[@jerminedombrigues7714]

Always Watching Sir ❤😊

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers

[@bluetox6989]

wow ... nice art .... thx 4 all these beauties

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers

[@uroshavalon]

It's really cool. Much better result than Harley 3 tons thingy. I like very much what he did with a deposit and tyres. Just have no clue how this tyres eat the curves. The rounding of the elements is much closer to aesthetic principles of today, and I like it very much. Thank you Victor.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. The motorcycle's behavior on the road with this type of tire depends greatly on the rider's level of demand. If you really like this type of tire, then I recommend the Shinko E270. The quality of the rubber and tire profile is much better than the classic Firestone Deluxe Champion. :) Cheers

[@timbarnett3898]

My cousin brought this Ninja motorcycle on bike trailer behind a gold firebird with eagle on engine hood. He an his dad were working at aviation company building X-15. He gave me some drill bits he used along cockpit an air intakes. They could only use one drill bit for every one hole drilled, so thousands of drill bits started laying around.

[@clasicdemott5986]

I seen many 250 ninjas try, but only one succeed. This is that one.

[@RACER_TV]

You said everything. This Ninja 250 is without a doubt the best cafe racer project I've seen to date. :) Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers

[@andrewhall836]

When I moved to Australia I had a GPx 250 as my first bike having built and ridden Trikes in England for 15 years. It was a great little bike (until the water pump decided to let go in a terminal fashion)! I would not have expected it to be converted into a lovely bike like this!! Yes, I'm one of the people who doesn't like the big tyre/minimal suspension look. Great for posing and looking cool but I wonder how practical it would be out on the roads ... one pot hole in the road and "OUCH!" ... however it some how does look right for the stance of the bike but the first incarnation of the tyres was better (4.50x17 rear) I do like the side covers fitting into the frame so perfectly and the look of the fuel tank is spot on!! I also like the additional catch tank for the radiator with the external level gauge. A nice little touch! (I've used an old Corrs Beer Bottle before now as they are made of aluminium ... and it just happened to be near by!! The wheels look great, as the original Kawasaki ones would not have gone with the look. And Yes, You will see me on the next video. L&R From Down Under.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. Yes, the suspension and tires of this project were really taken to an extreme level. Just like you said, the 4.50 R 17 rear wheel would be the best option. :) Cheers

[@frescom06]

Muito interessante. Obrigado em partilhar tudo isso...

[@RACER_TV]

Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço

[@MrUchinoko1ban]

素晴らしい！ぜひ手に入れたい‼️

[@krisz_1150gs]

Excellent work ! Keep it up !

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@caferacerbikedesign224]

Auch ein toller Umbau 😊

[@eachteaartgamer7675]

Hello, sir.. Menyimak motor legendnya 🙋

[@ashley-tm1uk]

great looking bike!…but i struggle to consider something to be truly cool if function is sacrificed to form. And harley davidson did go there too…my theory is that we will return to a time when function rules again, and designers will build bikes that look and feel even more amazing…and timelessness will be of high priority… I don’t want my comment to be taken as a snub towards designers and builders of bikes that push the envelope at all costs, because I believe it’s a natural step towards total perfection in every regard. thanks again buddy!

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@mesajongte]

I respect Indonesia from India. 🙏🙏🙏

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers

[@JuanStvns]

OMG, JuPur..

[@aGentleUser]

Reminds me a little of the Kawa eliminator 250 i did my license on. Engine, colors, reminds me a lot, just a little cooler. The eliminators headlamp with cover might fit here also very good!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@aaront4494]

Looks good

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers

[@1989Rangerxlt]

Yea Racer TV, can you enlighten me if the swing arm was lengthen? If so, how much? You rock Racer TV

[@RACER_TV]

No, the swing arm has only some adaptations due to the dual shock conversion. However, the length is the same as factory. But the turnbuckle/wheel axle is a little further back. perhaps to make room for the big rear tire. cheers.

[@MetallicHallucinations]

That’s a beautiful machine. I like the fact it is painted red, almost in defiance of Kawasaki green 😂

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@lightbox617]

Over the years, I had two Ninja 2050's; on aa recent model and on a 1982. The 82 was faster as it did not have all ot the pollution and "governor" controls of new bikes. I loved them mor than the Honda 500 that I had later

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@Nihil1st1347]

With those bulging tires it looks like a pocket bike.

[@CrapKerouac]

I love everything about it but the square tires, but I get it, it's about cruising around and looking cool.

[@FightFilms]

How about the terrible suspension?

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. The motorcycle's behavior on the road with this type of tire, depends greatly on the rider's level of demand. If you really like this type of tire, then I recommend the Shinko E270. The quality of the rubber and tire profile, is much better than the classic Firestone Deluxe Champion. :) Cheers

[@CrapKerouac]

@@FightFilms Yeah I know, but it's a look, that's cool in SE Asia. They're not doing the twisties, just looking cool at café's, bike shows and cruising around the city. Let them enjoy that. Racer TV pointed out that the Firestone Deluxe Champion, is better for the trad square tire, so that's something.

[@superbikebox]

Klasse!

[@antoniogomes9143]

Muito top. Brasil

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço

[@dawnsabin-simpson8938]

wow, this is nice.

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@marceloferrari4242]

Irmão Não conhecia a kawasaki 250 Realmente uma maquina facinante Eu sou suspeito em falar pois,250 cilidradas são as minhas preferidas. Ficou linda Perfeita. Cerveja por favor kkkkkk🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺 Video perfeito Irmão,este tanque é da viuva negra??

[@RACER_TV]

Olá Amigo Marcelo. o tanque foi 100% fabricado do zero. Mas curiosamente, tem um perfil muito parecido com o das Kawasaki dos anos 70. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço

[@marceloferrari4242]

@@RACER_TV 🍺🍺

[@pauloandrade4089]

Respect indonesia and thailand

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers

[@BubbaChevy]

Amazing

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@Garagerat.]

Just perfect

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@monkeking8604]

You should keep an eye to another one of the best Indonesian builder, kromworks, they building some crazy one of a kind cafe racer right know

[@RACER_TV]

Thanks friend for the suggestion. I've been looking at their Instagram, and I recognize that their projects are extraordinary. However, they are not the type of projects that this channel's audience likes to see most. Racer TV followers prefer to see less elaborate projects, with a simpler approach. But thanks for the help. :) Cheers.

[@esteva03]

Doesn't the back have little to no travel? I weight 225 lbs (103 kilos) on a 6'1 frame and that little travel could be completely gone with me just sitting on it. That said, it looks amazing and with that 250 Ninja engine it must move so fast. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. The motorcycle's behavior on the road with this type of tire and short suspention, depends greatly on the rider's level of demand. If you really like this type of tire, then I recommend the Shinko E270. The quality of the rubber and tire profile, is much better than the classic Firestone Deluxe Champion. :) Cheers

[@florianpinto9999]

SUBLIME!!!!

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers

[@mauriciovalencia5883]

Tiene un gran parecido a la kawasaki eliminator 250 con quien comparten el mismo motor.

[@RACER_TV]

Yes, the engines are very similar. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Saludos

[@loganwolverin1818]

Perfect boys toys

[@juracisantos5983]

❤❤

[@SatriaNugraha-mn3bk]

jupur

[@arturorizo7874]

Why not vintage style?

[@ПавелМедведский-п6д]

интересно!

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

Looks over function never works for me, beautiful looking bike "but" with that suspension setup it can't be ridden properly with the rear wheel scratching your arse at every pothole, and in a hard braking situation the front suspension won't take it, I believe that's why the guy ride it very slow, so in my opinion (that nobody ask for) a great looking motorcycle if isn't rideable isn't that great, nice presentation Victor, as always!👍🏻

[@RACER_TV]

I completely understand what you said my friend. The suspension setup is too extreme. But I thought the bike's stance was so beautiful, that I couldn't resist showing it on the channel. Thank you Carlos for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

@@RACER_TV I agree on that Victor, the bike looks awesome!

[@Rhond-i7r]

I don't understand why you're so all hyped about the ninja.He might have started with one but he did not build 1.He built a custom bike with a few ninja parts.What's the big deal about that?Get over yourself.

[@RACER_TV]

I don't think you understand the beauty of this project. To this day, no one has ever managed to get a cafe racer as beautiful as this one, from a Ninja 250. That's why this project is so special. :) Cheers.

[@celtyrysuje]

oh shut up... I sold my gs500 cafe racer to buy a 250r... of course I'm thinking about making it into cafe too haha :DD

[@RACER_TV]

Loool. Good luck with your project. :) Cheers

[@excessiveengineeringinc.4392]

a great transformation. unfortunately a little too small for german standards.

[@RACER_TV]

Lol. Yes, this really is a small bike for tall riders. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@JosephREkins]

Hmm the eliminator250

[@RACER_TV]

The engine is really similar. But the structure of the frame is quite different. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@mrvisigods]

pretty standard custom.... i think caffaracers needs to be more out of the box on creativity ...they all start to look the same

[@RACER_TV]

Yes, the approach to this project is quite classic. But what's interesting is that no one has ever managed to turn a modern Ninja 250, into a cafe racer as beautiful as this one. And this detail changes everything. :) Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@AniketKahar-sr6cv]

2:26 Which tyre you used in it...?

[@AniketKahar-sr6cv]

1:23

[@jacobdeguzman1706]

First 👌

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers

[@EddyJean-claude]

So, bottom line, this guy's got a limited mindframe.

[@MHLivestreams]

Displacement and projection on your part, eh.

[@guilhermepereiradasilva6020]

Mudar a suspensão monoshock traseiro para duplo foi um erro, regredil a dirigibilidade .

[@RACER_TV]

@guilhermepereiradasilva6020 Teoricamente, a suspensão mono-amortecedor é de facto superior à de 2 amortecedores. Mas isso não significa que seja uma diferença da noite para o dia, até porque a maior vantagem do mono amortecedor, é em pisos altamente irregulares. Mas o curioso, é que neste projeto isso é praticamente irrelevante, uma vez que a traseira quase não tem espaço para o amortecimento da roda. E neste ponto sim. A condução desta moto é muito pior do que deveria ser. :) Um abraço

[@theriderdtm8650]

Xlawa la,cantik lagi moto standard ❤

[@tufanaydin6340]

Tires too much thick. I think 4.00 size will be better

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@ericstark7639]

Without a doubt the most fake bike I have ever seen. Suspension will hit the frame on the first bump, no fuel capacity, no plate who needs that. Anyone can make something exotic when it doesn't have to work,

[@JDHamlin-l6w]

Meh.🤨

[@blutobutt9169]

This AI voice is terrible.

[@JasonT-xp3kh]

This video is so lame. It's like a 90's TV show. It's the exact thing I come to you tube to get away from, only it's worse. At least those showes didn't use an infuriating AI narrator. Thumbs: down Channel: blocked

[@RACER_TV]

@JasonT-xp3kh Yes, this channel only has videos that are presented in a calm and serene atmosphere. And that's precisely what made it reach almost half a million followers. Not bad considering that this type of bike is a niche market. Just out of curiosity, how old are you? :)

[@mattivirta]

why have destroy genuine ninja to totally ugly cafe race, must be brainless if build cafe racer, totally need make law cafe racer not can made.

[@RACER_TV]

Maybe you're watching the wrong channel. Because here there are only cafe racer projects. :) Cheers

[@MHLivestreams]

Destroy? It's an improvement. People creating these beauties have patience, style, and class.

[@RACER_TV]

@MHLivestreams Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers

[@Keith-hc9js]

Started noticing the newer hydrogen lift station on mobile transport quit few lately.maybe your guys could build Beter hydrogen lift station than Harley Davidson but last checked weren't the original lift station design last knew of bad things if the gas pump which it is not good if starts running

[@Keith-hc9js]

Tried get my fifteen year old daughters go over fifty five ended up building two fifty two stroke put back in motorcycle used factory transmission changed other to dry clutch

[@Keith-hc9js]

Talking on auto dial to others why are you driving so fast my reply hundred seventy five I'm starting to get winded and she's pulling away I ran out of gears which bike are you riding my daughter's bike com I'm on the two fifty ninja.puling up to two hundred abought when lower cylinder jugs gasket blew usually not big deal unless liquid cooled and very hot and that's with correct gear on