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The running total is not applicable to this section, since labor is so variable.

===Accident Damage===

No one counts on getting into an accident. However, they happen; when they happen, the costs can add up quickly.

The most common accident on the Ninja 250 seems to be a no-speed or low-speed fall, such as might happen while maneuvering the bike for parking or while moving slowly. These types of accidents typically damage fairings, turn signals, handlebar controls, and foot controls. Other than broken controls, it's uncommon for such an accident to disable the bike. Here are some of the costs which might be associated with such an accident:

* [[I need to repair a cracked fairing.|Fairing repair]]: $10-100 (if you do it yourself)

* Replacement fairing: $500-1500

* Replacement turn signal: $40

* Replacement clutch or brake hand lever: $15

* Replacement foot brake lever: $70

* Replacement shifter lever: $35

* Replacement muffler: $250 each side

Note that bent levers can be bent back into position if care is exercised. Only broken levers absolutely need to be replaced. Prices were pulled from the [http://www.ronayers.com/ Ron Ayers website] for a 2004 Ninja 250, and minimal shipping cost added. Dealer prices will be higher in most cases. Used parts are available.

Again, these amounts don't necessarily go into the running total, since accident damage doesn't necessarily happen, and when it does, it can range from no visible damage to exceeding the cost of the bike.

==Conclusion==

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 The running total is not applicable to this section, since labor is so variable.
+===Accident Damage===
+No one counts on getting into an accident.  However, they happen; when they happen, the costs can add up quickly.
+The most common accident on the Ninja 250 seems to be a no-speed or low-speed fall, such as might happen while maneuvering the bike for parking or while moving slowly.  These types of accidents typically damage fairings, turn signals, handlebar controls, and foot controls.  Other than broken controls, it's uncommon for such an accident to disable the bike.  Here are some of the costs which might be associated with such an accident:
+* [[I need to repair a cracked fairing.|Fairing repair]]: $10-100 (if you do it yourself)
+* Replacement fairing: $500-1500
+* Replacement turn signal: $40
+* Replacement clutch or brake hand lever: $15
+* Replacement foot brake lever: $70
+* Replacement shifter lever: $35
+* Replacement muffler: $250 each side
+Note that bent levers can be bent back into position if care is exercised.  Only broken levers absolutely need to be replaced.  Prices were pulled from the [http://www.ronayers.com/ Ron Ayers website] for a 2004 Ninja 250, and minimal shipping cost added.  Dealer prices will be higher in most cases.  Used parts are available.
+Again, these amounts don't necessarily go into the running total, since accident damage doesn't necessarily happen, and when it does, it can range from no visible damage to exceeding the cost of the bike.
 ==Conclusion==