I am new to the riding and bike owning arena. I recently purchased a 2003 Ninja 636, Blue, 9700 miles. Rides great, no problems. I have put on 500 miles in the last 60 days, so trying to break it in. I would appreciate any help with tips onmaking the bike faster and louder.

 

Welcome to the forum. I recommend that you learn to ride what you have first before trying to make it faster especially if you are new to riding and this is your first bike. It is more thanplenty fast enough for a beginner & your first bike. It can teach you a lot. I have been riding for 25 years and my 03 636is still teaching me well. I haven't even come close to pushing it to it's limits; my limits will run out before the bikes. Take some riding courses like the California Superbike School, Freddie Spencers School (bunch of others out there), the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courseor do a trackday.

 

welcome to the forums... great color choice... blue is by far the fastest! i love my blue fast 03 636! i was reminded how super fast it was when i was riding with my buddies (03 R6 and a 200? cbr) and they couldnt keep up with me [8D]

 

welcome to KF. and ditto on what speed said.

 

The MSF would be a great place to start ..........in my opinion ........I know it helped me. You'll get some very good basic guidelines .

 

+1. Learn the bike before it teaches you a harsh lesson. Educate yourself my friend. And welcome to the forums.

 

Welcome to the forums. I don't really know anything about those crazy crotch rockets..............except they do look like they would be fun to ride. Whoops was that out loud? I mean DS bikes are the best.....I think

 

+ 1 for speed. Just get seat time that's all. I hit the 1000 mile mark and still learning. I'll probably never ride it to all it capabilities...wow that was a big word for me!

 

Good going on the big word there OMalley .......wanted to write congratulations but wasn't sure of how to spell it !!!!!

 

you know want one just do it