visions Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Thought a few may be interested in this advert and specs... If u check the price...US$1900 roughly 63,000 Baht. Now wouldnt that be nice!! Especially When Kawa Thai are asking over double that for the 250cc 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R ID: 1458 Size: List Price: US $2650Your Price: US $1900 Product Description • 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R Exciting two-wheel fun, practical two-wheel efficiency Practicality is the Kawasaki’s Ninja® 500R’s biggest asset as it strikes an ideal balance between function, form and budget that’s rarely achieved in the sport bike world. A sensible sportbike, the 500R is ready to rip, yet remains friendly enough for beginners to feel confident in its manners. At the heart of this excellent platform is the Ninja 500R’s 498cc liquid-cooled, parallel twin-cylinder four-stroke engine. With dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder, the robust motor is both beginner-friendly and rousing to expert riders. No slouch, this half-liter engine has enough gusto to let novices expand their skills and keep even the most seasoned riders quite happy exploring the upper end of its rev range. Letting the high-performance engine live to its full potential is a lightweight and compact design. One of the major selling points for the Ninja 500R is its great-handling enabled by its large-diameter 37mm fork tubes and UNI-TRAK® rear suspension system utilizing a progressive linkage similar to the larger-displacement Ninja models. With the motor and chassis combo, the bike begs to be taken out on twisty back roads. And the Ninja 500R also shares the same sporty styling of its bigger siblings, with an aerodynamic half-fairing that provides wind protection for the rider and is stylishly complemented by a lower fairing. 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Features Liquid Cooled Twin-cylinder 498cc Engine- Compact parallel-twin design- Superior engineering produces sport bike power with broad usable torque- Good mass centralization for superior handling- Liquid cooling provides consistent engine temperatures and allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower and long engine life - Auxiliary cooling fan maintains optimum temperature for best performance, fuel economy and reliability Four Valves per Cylinder - Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow - Better flow for more power at high rpm and strong low-end torque - Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today’s gasolines 34mm CVK Semi-flat Slide Carburetors - Precise fuel metering provides uniform power delivery at all engine speeds - Quick throttle response Digital Ignition - Microprocessor-controlled timing never needs adjustment - Ultra-responsive to engine needs Six-speed Transmission - Translates into a gear for all speeds, excellent acceleration and relaxed highway cruising - Has a Kawasaki exclusive, the Positive Neutral Finder, which means riders can find neutral easily, every time at a stop with just a lift of the shift pedal from first gear Standard Half Fairing - Offers rider wind protection for more comfort - Incorporates large, easy-to-read instruments with two resettable trip meters - Stylish lower fairing completes the Ninja® image Double-cradle Steel Box-section Frame - High-tensile steel perimeter frame - Lightweight, with superior rigidity for more precise handling and better control 37mm Front Fork - Large-diameter fork tubes with thin walls for light weight and exceptional rigidity Bottom-link UNI-TRAK® Rear Suspension - Progressive rate provides a smoother, more controlled ride - Lightweight aluminum components provide quick suspension response - Lower center of gravity for better handling 17-inch Wheels - Wide, modern 17-inch rims fit low-profile, high-performance tires Front Disc Brake - Disc is drilled for better cooling and reduced unsprung weight - Dual-piston caliper for increased braking effectiveness Rear Disc Brake - Powerful and controllable - Single-piston caliper Sidestand and Centerstand - Sidestand permits easy parking, while centerstand makes for easy cleaning or servicing Budget Friendly - Affordable suggested retail price Type 4-stroke Parallel Twin Displacement 498 cc Bore and Stroke 74.0 x 58.0 mm Compression Ratio 10.8:1 Valve System DOHC, 8 valves Carburetion CVK 34 mm x 2 (Keihin) Ignition Digital, with anti hotwire circuit Cooling Liquid Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump DRIVETRAIN Transmission 6-speed, return, positive neutral finder Clutch Wet multi-disc, cable operation Final Drive Sealed Chain Primary Reduction Ratio 2.652 (61/23) Gear Ratios: 1st 2.571 (36/154) 2nd 1.777 (32/18) 3rd 1.380 (29/21) 4th 1.125 (27/24) 5th 0.961 (25/26) 6th 0.851 (23/27) Final Reduction Ratio 2.562 (41/16) FRAME Type Perimeter, box section high-tensile steel Wheel Travel: Front 130 mm Wheel Travel: Rear 100 mm Tires: Front 110/70-17 (54H) Tires: Rear 130/70-17 (62H) Caster (Rake) 27° Trail 91 mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
engrin Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 I'd like to add that baby to my cart! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard-BKK Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 This must piss-off some moderators, I'm not even allowed to post Google search suggestions... then this full scale advertising with sale link will bring them to cardiac stress levels... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeaceBlondie Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 They retailed for $4500 three years ago in USA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjmark Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 (edited) I test drove on in Canada last summer. It is everything it says it is, but I didn't like it. I found it buffety in the wind, and choppy on the highway. And this means something coming from me - I own a CBR150 which I do not find buffety and choppy... The Ninja pulled well, and handled predictably, but the tank was wide, and overall I did not really like the bike. So there! If I get rich, it is the Ducati Monster 696 for me - nice and low, not too much power(80hp), and should be about the best handling bike around... Oh yeah - the Ninja was about 5,000 new... Edited March 2, 2010 by wjmark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powderpuff Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 $2650 X 2 = Thai selling price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeaceBlondie Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Actually the comparo in Cycle World in 2001, price was $4,599, for the Ninja 500. It can't be 45% that much for 2009. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJP Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Staggering! It's less money than a 125cc scooter in the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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