I won't believe it until I see pictures...

 

lets see what kawi says on the 2010 release.

 

Jesus H. Christ don't do this to me. You're potentially crushing hopes and dreams here.

 

Does this mean that my bike won't become a collectors item and thus worth 5 times its value?

 

Does this mean that my bike won't become a collectors item and thus worth 5 times its value?

That's what I'm hoping ;D

 

I only just now noticed this, too:

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/buyersguide/Kawasaki-EX500-GPZ500S-Ninja500R-ZZ-R500.htm

 

Does this mean that my bike won't become a collectors item and thus worth 5 times its value?

 

http://www.kawiforums.com/ninja-500r/141827-2010-500r-redesign.html

quote from the link:

"The salesman told me too look onto the ex500, but no offense to you ex500 owners, but I told him it looks way too dated. They informed me that for 2010 they are redesigning the entire bike. Do any of you know if there any truth to this?"

I need to see pictures.

 

Everyone knock it off until we know more. My f&#$ing pants are getting wet.

 

This will not happen. Why would they slot in a redesigned 500 between the 650R and 250R? IMO, they should just let it go to drive sales either way in the beginner to intermediate market. The 500 is doing them more harm than good right now on showroom floors. Plenty of them in the used market to generate Kawi buzz, too, so the beginners still get hooked.

 

i think the 500 still has a spot in the Kawakers line.

a redesigned 500R would be welcome addition to the Ninja line of motorcycles. for new riders looking for a little more punch and a lower seat than a 650, with a lower price tag and better looks, it's got a place!

 

If they do this after I have already purchased my 08 ninja 500R, I will go and get my CBR. Damn it.

 

Really depends on how it looks, and if the suspension is upgraded, before I could decide whether or not to buy a 500R over a CBR600RR.

 

If they do this after I have already purchased my 08 ninja 500R, I will go and get my CBR. Damn it.

Yeah, I have an 08 also. I won't be happy to be stuck with an outdated one. If it were to look like the 250 I'd want one bad. It's definitely not a good time to sell an 08 (or anything really in this economy. I got the Triumph for $2600 below blue book).

 

Does this mean that my bike won't become a collectors item and thus worth 5 times its value?

News flash!! The new 500 already sell for 5 time their value.

FOG

 

Why in the red hot hell would anyone buy a 2010 Ninja 500 when the Ninja 650 is available?

 

Why in the red hot hell would anyone buy a 2010 Ninja 500 when the Ninja 650 is available?

I was just going to say, even if they do redesign it, I'm still going to step up to the 650 after the 5r.

 

Why in the red hot hell would anyone buy a 2010 Ninja 500 when the Ninja 650 is available?

Lower insurance costs and (hopefully) better fuel economy come to mind.

 

Does this mean that my bike won't become a collectors item and thus worth 5 times its value?

News flash!! The new 500 already sell for 5 time their value.

FOG

That's funny. +1 for you sir.

 

Why in the red hot hell would anyone buy a 2010 Ninja 500 when the Ninja 650 is available?

Why did people buy the 500 new for the last few years? its gonna sell, some new riders dont want to get stuck with a 250 but dont want to go all the way to a 600 or 650, the 500 is a good starter bike, IMO a much better starter than a 250 for most riders since they wont feel like they need to upgrade after a month

 

I'm the type of person a new 500r would appeal to. I like fuel economy, and don't require a 1000cc motor to have fun.

If they made it FI, a proper suspension, maintained the ergonomics, pumped out another 15 or so horse from an updated motor, that would probably be perfect for me.

But I'm not holding my breath on this, it seems all companies are doing these days is making the 650 the new 500. 125-250-650-600-1000-1400 seems to be the order to go these days.

 

Oh, and I realize 15 is a high number to ask. But I bet its doable.

The 650r would be just perfect if I could get over its looks. Uggh.

 

Oh, and I realize 15 is a high number to ask. But I bet its doable.

The 650r would be just perfect if I could get over its looks. Uggh.

Have you seen the new model 650? I think it looks GREAT. Vast improvement over last year's.

 

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Nope, still doesn't do it for me - but I use my bike for different purposes than just fun - I do touring, commuting, etc. So that bike wouldn't suit my needs either unless it was redesigned.

I can seriously see a used VFR800 in my future.

 

Does this mean that my bike won't become a collectors item and thus worth 5 times its value?

News flash!! The new 500 already sell for 5 time their value.

FOG

That's funny. +1 for you sir.

Funny, but SAD; that's why I bought used :'(