chevysoldier Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Well, I passed my test and got my MC endorsements on Thurday. Decided to go out Sunday to the cemetary where my grandfather is. Well I live in Pataskala and decided to take the freeway. I took 70W to 270 to 23S. Then to go back I went up 23N to 270 to 71N to 70E and back home. Boy that was one hell of a ride. Merging with traffic doing 70+mph was interesting. I tell you what, these 250's rev high at freeway cruising, used a lil oil too. When I would stop, it was a weird feeling, my body tingling from the wind. Makes me think about getting a double bubble windscreen lol. Its also not as enjoyable as backroads due to the lack of turns and having to be VERY aware of all the crazy cages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harb67 Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 The first few times on the freeway are always exciting, but you'll get sick of it really quickly. Sadly, it's a necessary evil.Really watch yourself out there on 270, everyone out on that road IS out to kill you, especially in the late afternoon. And don't think the cops that litter the medians will take "but officer, I was merely trying to stay alive" as an excuse for running a few MPH over the speed limit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smashweights Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 it's a different experience the first time. after that, it's just boring, normal riding. personally, i prefer highways for commuting. i always have been more concerned with intersections etc. and their risks than the highway "lane changer" risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 The tingling was due to the vibration from the 250 revving at 10,000 rpm to do 70mph. It wont tingle as bad when you move up to a bigger cc bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted June 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 The tingling was due to the vibration from the 250 revving at 10,000 rpm to do 70mph. It wont tingle as bad when you move up to a bigger cc bike.Yeah I'm itching for a bigger bike, not so much to do 140, just to have to power when i need it, and to fit my height lol. Thinking hopefully next year I can upgrade. Not anytime sooner tho, unless someone hass a 600 they'll do an even trade? Yeah right.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWing'R Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 The tingling was due to the vibration from the 250 revving at 10,000 rpm to do 70mph. It wont tingle as bad when you move up to a bigger cc bike. Yep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 I went tonight to look at another Ninja 250 for the wife up near Polaris, and since I'm still on my temps, I took back roads (actually a more direct route) to Westerville, and it was pretty much just straight roads, pretty much the same as freeway driving, with the addition of having to stop for red lights constantly! I'd love to get a bigger bike and give the Ninja to the wife, but with the price that I would pay for this 250 (if it's still there when I get the rest of the money) is tough to beat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Oh yeah, congrats again on getting the endorsement! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 I've ridden a 250 and I'd be scared to be on the interstate with one. Congrats on your endorsement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleCock Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 I've ridden a 250 and I'd be scared to be on the interstate with one. Congrats on your endorsement.+1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbird Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Yeah I'm itching for a bigger bike, not so much to do 140, just to have to power when i need it, and to fit my height lol. Thinking hopefully next year I can upgrade. Not anytime sooner tho, unless someone hass a 600 they'll do an even trade? Yeah right....Reasons I'm glad I didn't get a 250. The 08 Ninja 250's look SO sweet though haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 another twitter threadj/k. congrats on the temps. best thing is riding at night. legally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harb67 Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 But...Twitter threads are what make the ohio-riders.net go'a'round! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdubyah Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 congrats on the endorsement.First freeway rides are always fun. Mine was trying to follow CBRGirl on the charity ride last year..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrnurse Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 Congrats on your endorsement! I broke the law for over a year and took my chances on riding the freeway and at night without an endorsement because I was lazy. I'm glad there are some people that still respect cops and the law because I don't!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosmo Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 that's why ya looooooooooooove shitty:pJaay Kaay:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kahooli Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 +1 grats.Also, I know the feeling - my first highway experience was a 220 mile trip home from Cincinnati to Wooster. BORING after about 50 miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likwid Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 grats on doing it the legal way My first highway ride was a little scary... wasn't expecting that kind of wind!!250.... yikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demitrix Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 I ride my 250 regularly up 33/70/71/670. I actually find it a lil more relaxing than in town travel. everyone is going in the same direction and at about the same speed. less confusion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TinyTim Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 My first long ride was picking up my first bike (92 FZR600) which was 60 miles away. First 30 miles were back roads, next 30 highway. I hit the highway around 9, temps had dropped to the 50's. Made it home and proceeded to shiver for the next couple hours.I remember a lot of fear (especially when I passed a semi), but that went away after a while. Now the highways are just boring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzwhtman Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 atleast here we have something to keep us busy on highway .... hit the highway in some parts of south west and highway hypnosis kicks in fast..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara_Rides Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 Congrats on your endorsement! I broke the law for over a year and took my chances on riding the freeway and at night without an endorsement because I was lazy. I'm glad there are some people that still respect cops and the law because I don't!!!^^ Me Too!! I haven't had time to get my endorsement yet, and I did briefly ride the freeway the other day just because I was tired of the constant stop and go...I have a 250 also, but it didn't seem too scary, definately got the whole vibration thing which was wierd.Congrats on the endoresment +1 for doing it the legal way!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted June 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 I just figure, if I get caught doing it illegally, and the cop is a prick, I def wont get my endorsment. Even if it wasnt my fault, ie out at night a drunk driver hits me and almost kills me, it wont be his fault cuz I shouldnt have been there in the first place. I figured do it the right way (although I have ridden at night coming home from work, didnt like it tho-I know hypocrite right?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick37 Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 congrats on the endorsment, I got mine a year ago and after passing the course I left the west broad bmv and jumped straight on 70, Then I had a 83 virago 500 and it was just a hummin. again congrats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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