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    How long are the lineups at the testing centers? Is it too late in the season?

    I wrote my M1 test in burlington this year...August 15th...I showed up at 10:30 am. I was out of there by 11:15 am. soo... 15 minute wait 10 minute window time 25 minutes to write test, pass, get M1 printed and leave. Doing the Safety course this weekend at humber. Have to wait until October...
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    Shoei GT-Air Group Buy? Sound's too good to be true?

    Thanks for the tip guys. I think it's a mom/pop type store front. I may just pass...a little concerned about putting a deposit and never seeing it or a helmet again.
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    Shoei GT-Air Group Buy? Sound's too good to be true?

    So a buddy of mine mentioned to me the other day that the guy he bought his gear from is having a group buy for Shoei helmets...apparently the guys is trying to unload his inventory...or so he says. My buddy is a new rider as well, so we're both newbies when it comes to gear. Now, I just...
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    Ninja 250 maintenance costs

    I understand they are 2 different things - but I meant in regards to the inspection piece. With a safety, they will check to make sure the bike is road worthy. But I figured if the chain is chewed up and not "safe" they probably wouldn't allow it to pass. I was more referring to that. If...
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    Ninja 250 maintenance costs

    Yes, I was inquiring about actual $$$ to spend. I've gotten a quote without a valve check - $200 all in I wanted to follow the book...since it is my first bike...and wanted to be "safe". The more i read about it...the more I hear that it's all just an "inspection" and the only things that...
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    Had my bike delivered today! Get to ride her tomorrow after I get my plates!
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    Stupidly overpriced motorcycle for sale thread

    Gotcha. Still learning since I'm still a noob at all of this motorcycle riding :p I post a lot on Kijiji for my electronics business...that would suck for me :(
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    Stupidly overpriced motorcycle for sale thread

    Now I get it...but how come he's only offering 1...what about my other shoe? :-P
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    Ninja 250 maintenance costs

    Thanks - I pm'ed him. Asked under the assumption that it would need an oil change and spark plug replacement and just an inspection of everything else just to get a rough idea.
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    Ninja 250 maintenance costs

    Hope this isn't in the wrong section...but I'm wondering if you guys had a rough idea of what it would cost to service a ninja 250 at the 12K km mark. The bike was recently saftied as well. Any ideas? I'm in mississauga and was going to take it to cycle world west...but havn't called them yet...
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    New ninja in the east

    Congrats on the first ride. Seriously can't wait for my ride. Put the deposit on her yesterday Shes getting delivered tuesday. Cant ride her until wednesday though. Cant wait.
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    I Saw You: V.2.0

    4:45ish pm Eastbound QEW between winston churchill and erin mills You were on a grey ninja. Your a jerk for riding on the shoulder the entire way between the 2 exits.
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    I'm in Mississauga - the north campus is about 10 minutes away from me. Very helpful for 8:30 am Saturday/Sunday morning courses...vs a 30-40 minute commute.
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    New ninja in the east

    Firstly, congrats on the bike, the M1, and good luck on the M2! I'm a fan of the 300's...but knowing I'll probably drop mine a few times...I'm sticking with a used 250. lighter on the wallet too. I'm a newbie too. Waiting for my gear to come in...so I can go pick up the bike I want! I'm not a...
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    I'm taking it at Humber North for the September 7th weekend. Can't wait. Waiting for my gear to come in (hopefully today or tomorrow).
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    I settled on the Icon Contra. Done and Done. Glad I got all my gear. Ran me $500 all in for everything brand new. No idea if that was expensive, but I got the following items: Hemlet: Icon Alliance Matte Black with tinted visor Jacket: Icon Contra Gloves: Icon 29er gloves Shoes: Bought...
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    Thanks for the tip guys. I checked out the Icon Alliance helmets - with tinted visor - ordered one for $140+ tax and got a simple pair of icon gloves as well. I did end up getting a matte black helmet. I did check out the Teknic stuff from Revzilla - thanks for the tip bboySushi...but I...
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    Thanks guys. I wanted to get all my gear now...so I can at least ride around my neighborhood and get comfortable with riding. I know the season is almost over, wanted the last few months to be practice for me. Figured with this weird weather we`re having...I should still be able to ride in...
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    Finally convinced myself to get a bike!

    Black Ninja 250 in Mississauga W/Pic Just joined this forum as I've read a lot of great posts from various members...and thought I would join the community. I just got my M1 license a few weeks ago, and I'm planning on taking the safety course in 2 weeks (September 7/8). I've been looking...
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