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Posted: 12/5/2020 8:59:40 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/5/2020 9:32:59 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AMCJ76]
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 Attached File16 crf250 04 crf50 02 xr50  Attached FileJust upgraded myself from a ttr225 and my youngest from a jr50. |
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Posted: 12/5/2020 7:48:02 PM EDT
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Just brought home two 2021 KTM 250 XC-F, one for me and the other for my 15yo son.
 Attached FileHe has a 2019 KTM 150 two stroke and I am coming off of a 2005 Yamaha WR450F. We rode them a few laps around on our 4.5 mile woods track and we are both stoked. |
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Posted: 12/5/2020 9:18:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By snakesausage: Just brought home two 2021 KTM 250 XC-F, one for me and the other for my 15yo son. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/337757/41727E99-FC9C-4B05-BBE1-9ACC72132F73_jpe-1716776.JPG He has a 2019 KTM 150 two stroke and I am coming off of a 2005 Yamaha WR450F. We rode them a few laps around on our 4.5 mile woods track and we are both stoked. You still have that WR and want to sell it ? 
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Posted: 12/5/2020 9:24:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AMCJ76: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/195843/4D683F4A-829B-473C-BC41-6F204F9662FF_jpe-1715735.JPG 16 crf250 04 crf50 02 xr50 https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/195843/2C0B65C0-825E-450C-A430-B0F351087878_jpe-1715737.JPG Just upgraded myself from a ttr225 and my youngest from a jr50. Very nice ! I rode a TTR225 for about 5 years. Reminded me of my IT400 back in the day, but only a four stroke. Here it is with the street wheels, tires, and smaller sprocket.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/7/2020 2:03:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JBecker_72]
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Rode my buddy's new 2020 YZ450F yesterday at Budds Creek. It's wide and a bit heavier feeling than my KX450F. Power seemed comparable, but the throttle was more twitchy coming off idle through quarter throttle. I would probably soften that part of the power out a bit to make it less tiring to ride. Overall good bike and I can see why people love them. E start is tits. I still want the 21 KX450 though.
 Attached FileOld faithful, still kickstarting like a poor.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/11/2020 9:10:40 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/11/2020 11:43:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bhart89: Kickstarting like a poor here too.  https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/23561/CF343BD4-9B6F-4EB0-A01B-76BA95600634_jpe-1725578.JPG Is your right leg like 5 times bigger then your left? |
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Posted: 12/12/2020 1:38:43 PM EDT
[Last Edit: awptickes]
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Finally got it starting and running, just in time for 6 inches of snow in 4 days.
2002 YZ250f, with a 290cc bore kit. The plan is to get lights, mirrors, and a horn on it, then get it tagged so I can self-deploy to trails and such. It's a boatload of fun. STUPID quick too. Over the winter, when there's snow on the ground, I plan on tearing down the whole bike, getting the frame powder coated and getting the forks and shock sent out to get re-sprung and valved for my weight.  |
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Posted: 12/12/2020 1:41:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By awptickes: Finally got it starting and running, just in time for 6 inches of snow in 4 days. 2002 YZ250f, with a 290cc bore kit. The plan is to get lights, mirrors, and a horn on it, then get it tagged so I can self-deploy to trails and such. It's a boatload of fun. STUPID quick too. Over the winter, when there's snow on the ground, I plan on tearing down the whole bike, getting the frame powder coated and getting the forks and shock sent out to get re-sprung and valved for my weight. https://i.imgur.com/GxbRdyp.png put a damn skid plate and hand guards on that trail bike !!! 
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Posted: 12/13/2020 8:42:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tree-hugger: put a damn skid plate and hand guards on that trail bike !!! Yeah, that's the plan, once I get it powder coated. |
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Posted: 12/14/2020 11:11:09 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/31/2020 7:40:35 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/24/2021 8:40:38 PM EDT
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 New tires, so I had to go for a spin! |
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Posted: 2/10/2021 10:28:26 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/14/2021 3:44:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By weagle: TW-200 Tusk Rack, scabbard, fishing rod loops on the handlebars. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/215474/IMG_0088__1__jpeg-1644637.JPG Are these bikes better for going over rough terrain at a slow pace than other dual-sports? |
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Posted: 2/20/2021 1:16:13 AM EDT
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Did some bling on the 300 in prep for spring.
 Rk tek head  Trail tech rad guards  And a clake one  Believe it or not the rad guards were the hardest part to fit. Everyone bitchs about bleeding the clake but it took 2 minutes with my mighty vac. |
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Posted: 2/21/2021 4:17:36 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/22/2021 12:13:42 PM EDT
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Took home a 2021 300 XC TPI last week and put a few hours on it yesterday. This is my first 2-stroke, coming off a 2017 YZ450F. I struggled with the 450 because my wife and I spend a lot of time on single track and she is fairly new and would just chug along on her TT-R230 while I had to haul ass at all times due to the gearing. Also got tired of flame outs and kickstarting on the side of a mountain. This KTM XC feels like the ultimate combo of motocross and enduro. I was half tempted to go with the 250 variant (dealer had one of each), but I also wanted my wife to feel comfortable with this one if she hopped on.
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Posted: 2/22/2021 3:48:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Will816: Took home a 2021 300 XC TPI last week and put a few hours on it yesterday. This is my first 2-stroke, coming off a 2017 YZ450F. I struggled with the 450 because my wife and I spend a lot of time on single track and she is fairly new and would just chug along on her TT-R230 while I had to haul ass at all times due to the gearing. Also got tired of flame outs and kickstarting on the side of a mountain. This KTM XC feels like the ultimate combo of motocross and enduro. I was half tempted to go with the 250 variant (dealer had one of each), but I also wanted my wife to feel comfortable with this one if she hopped on. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50969959637_9c7d043630_h.jpgUntitled by Will5B https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50969166433_7faae23842_h.jpgUntitled by Will5B https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50969866391_9fb1e24524_h.jpgUntitled by Will5B Get a guard for the tpi controller or whatever it is on the left side. It’s pretty exposed and easy to break in a single track get off. |
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Posted: 2/22/2021 4:38:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bondryan: Get a guard for the tpi controller or whatever it is on the left side. It’s pretty exposed and easy to break in a single track get off. Thanks for the tip. The salesman told me the same thing, I think I'll get online and order one |
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Posted: 2/23/2021 9:22:51 AM EDT
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As of today I have no dirt bike. Sold my KX450 last night.
 But now I get to go NEW bike shopping!
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Posted: 2/23/2021 10:45:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By peacematu: Are these bikes better for going over rough terrain at a slow pace than other dual-sports? TW is an odd duck.  Crossing Canada's Only Desert on a Yamaha TW200 - 2018 Review |
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Posted: 2/23/2021 12:05:41 PM EDT
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Just ogling for now...looking at adding a DRZ 400S or SM to the stable. Had an E model DRZ in the early 2k's, sold it around 2008 or so. Had a KTM Duke II in the same time period, once I realized swapping rims/gearing on the DRZ all the time sucked.
Just getting back into bikes after a 10 year or so absence. Already picked up the VFR I always wanted (Gen 5...98-01), and now I want something to for dual sport duty and light trails. I've been all over the board, but I keep coming back to the DRZ. I'm 44, unlikely to be super hooligan on the street, and the DRZ makes (or can make) "enough" power. Plus, it's a tank known for reliability and long maintenance intervals. The 600 mile oil changes on the CRF450L(?) turned me off... |
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Posted: 2/23/2021 12:06:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By fttam: I love this thing. Slow, heavy and ugly....but I can't break it and it keeps on chugging. http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc133/fttam/drzdirtroad.jpg http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc133/fttam/winter09_2.jpg Even plays the sumo role half ass decent too. http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc133/fttam/DRZ/smside.jpg That's what I want, and why I want it...probably no surprise that I'm also a VFR guy. lol |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 9:37:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat makes me want a TW even more!
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Posted: 2/25/2021 8:36:48 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AEVanVogt]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Will816: Took home a 2021 300 XC TPI last week and put a few hours on it yesterday. This is my first 2-stroke, coming off a 2017 YZ450F. I struggled with the 450 because my wife and I spend a lot of time on single track and she is fairly new and would just chug along on her TT-R230 while I had to haul ass at all times due to the gearing. Also got tired of flame outs and kickstarting on the side of a mountain. This KTM XC feels like the ultimate combo of motocross and enduro. I was half tempted to go with the 250 variant (dealer had one of each), but I also wanted my wife to feel comfortable with this one if she hopped on. Nice bike. Have you ridden a newer Ktm 250 2T? The 300 is definitely more powerful. I’ve read on the internet that the 250 hits stronger and is more “racey” but I have just never experienced this. I’ve ridden quite a few of each and have a 2020 TE250i, you can certainly tell there are 50 less CC in every part of the powerband |
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Posted: 2/25/2021 11:41:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BHertz: Nice bike. Have you ridden a newer Ktm 250 2T? The 300 is definitely more powerful. I’ve read on the internet that the 250 hits stronger and is more “racey” but I have just never experienced this. I’ve ridden quite a few of each and have a 2020 TE250i, you can certainly tell there are 50 less CC in every part of the powerband Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BHertz: Originally Posted By Will816: Took home a 2021 300 XC TPI last week and put a few hours on it yesterday. This is my first 2-stroke, coming off a 2017 YZ450F. I struggled with the 450 because my wife and I spend a lot of time on single track and she is fairly new and would just chug along on her TT-R230 while I had to haul ass at all times due to the gearing. Also got tired of flame outs and kickstarting on the side of a mountain. This KTM XC feels like the ultimate combo of motocross and enduro. I was half tempted to go with the 250 variant (dealer had one of each), but I also wanted my wife to feel comfortable with this one if she hopped on. Nice bike. Have you ridden a newer Ktm 250 2T? The 300 is definitely more powerful. I’ve read on the internet that the 250 hits stronger and is more “racey” but I have just never experienced this. I’ve ridden quite a few of each and have a 2020 TE250i, you can certainly tell there are 50 less CC in every part of the powerband If you want to wake up your 250 try a rk tek head. Rode my 300 with it for the first time yesterday and it is an insane difference. I was on a sand track and I cant wait to try it on single track. |
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Posted: 2/28/2021 9:47:28 PM EDT
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Got my 13yr old a '21 KTM 85SX (19/16) in early Dec. Wed we went back and picked up a pair of '21 300 XC for me and my 15yr old. Was SUPER pumped to realize they are sequential VINs.
We are coming off YZ250's ('00 & '09) that have been great bikes, but it's time for them to move on to someone else.  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/4/2021 1:10:47 AM EDT
[Last Edit: bondryan]
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 So nice out it just wants to go play. |
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Posted: 3/5/2021 1:59:41 AM EDT
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From today
 
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Posted: 3/5/2021 6:41:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryGreat pics! |
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Posted: 3/5/2021 6:51:34 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Rigian]
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Originally Posted By die-tryin: Didnt want to hi-jack the discussion thread on Travis on his 500cc bike so figured id start a new thread and it be a pic thread, cuz we all like pics. lol MId 90s XR600R with HRC628 kit. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/die-tryin/photo2-1.jpg 80s (1984?) XR500R, I bought it "new" in 1995. It had 5 min run time on it. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/die-tryin/photo1-1.jpg Funny story about the CR,,a guy bought it and literally flipped it on the first time out and put it away for years..it got sold to a bike shop and I picked it up,,need brakes gone thru and an actual proper break-in since it literally had about 5 min run time prior to me getting it. Thing was a beast, ran great, but after an hour of riding, was a bear to kick start and being 5'8" didnt help me much. lol. sorry bout pics,,they were taken long time ago.. lol POST 'EM OF YOU GOT 'EM. Dirt, dual sport, adventure,,anything that can hit the dirt or backroads.  Sorry, when I saw the title, its all I could think of. |
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Posted: 3/6/2021 1:57:30 AM EDT
[Last Edit: HDLS]
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From today’s ride.
  
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Posted: 3/6/2021 4:10:23 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/6/2021 10:31:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HDLS: From today's ride. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/82F77133-7096-4409-A286-C1266505FF13-1853589.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/83EC1D54-B8DA-4C7B-BA95-E88A3F8FC2F8-1853590.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/6C467C78-F736-4745-9DA7-15E02B62A70A-1853595.jpg |
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Posted: 3/7/2021 5:02:34 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/8/2021 11:54:06 PM EDT
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From Saturday’s ride.
      At about the 184 mile mark for the day. Going 35-40 mph standing. Boom! Waaaaaaaaahhhhh!! Clutch! Brake! Keep her under control! Got her stopped right side up. WTF!?!!!!! How I didn’t go down I got no idea.   About 30 yds back I found the offending rock that was hiding in the shadows of the setting sun. Retrieved as a souvenir.  Last 5 miles done via truck. Only the 2nd time in nearly 21,000 miles of hard riding that’s happened.  
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Posted: 3/11/2021 8:47:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: PCBliss]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By motoguy: Just ogling for now...looking at adding a DRZ 400S or SM to the stable. Had an E model DRZ in the early 2k's, sold it around 2008 or so. Had a KTM Duke II in the same time period, once I realized swapping rims/gearing on the DRZ all the time sucked. Just getting back into bikes after a 10 year or so absence. Already picked up the VFR I always wanted (Gen 5...98-01), and now I want something to for dual sport duty and light trails. I've been all over the board, but I keep coming back to the DRZ. I'm 44, unlikely to be super hooligan on the street, and the DRZ makes (or can make) "enough" power. Plus, it's a tank known for reliability and long maintenance intervals. The 600 mile oil changes on the CRF450L(?) turned me off...  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/11/2021 9:47:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PCBliss: I love my 2000 DRZ400s. It's my only bike now. Sold my 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000 and 2002 Triumph Daytona 955 but kept the DRZ. It's stupid reliable, easy to fix if it ever does break, parts are as easy to come by as basically any bike that ever existed due to it being unchanged from 2000 through current 2021 models. I think about a KTM 690 from time to time but just can't bring myself to give up the DRZ. I did a 434 kit, stage 2 cams, single layer base gasket last spring with a full exhaust, jet kit and it's fast enough. I dont do much off-road, just dirt roads here and there. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/316584/IMG_20210311_200202562_jpg-1861652.JPG Beautiful bike My Man !! 
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Posted: 3/17/2021 7:01:07 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/18/2021 1:10:07 AM EDT
[Last Edit: HDLS]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Twisted10: Almost time to ride... https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/296599/0037D276-AD61-4949-9805-BE4A5423E3ED_jpe-1869505.JPG I’d be riding this week but....  Waiting on parts. See my incident pic from Death Valley a few posts up.
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Posted: 3/18/2021 8:46:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HDLS: I’d be riding this week but.... https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/F24E9EBD-B105-4D95-B2EA-276998C6333D-1870005.jpg Waiting on parts. See my incident pic from Death Valley a few posts up. We are just getting out of crappy weather here. And its still not overly warm I saw that, crazy stuff! |
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Posted: 3/18/2021 3:26:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PCBliss: I love my 2000 DRZ400s. It's my only bike now. Sold my 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000 and 2002 Triumph Daytona 955 but kept the DRZ. It's stupid reliable, easy to fix if it ever does break, parts are as easy to come by as basically any bike that ever existed due to it being unchanged from 2000 through current 2021 models. I think about a KTM 690 from time to time but just can't bring myself to give up the DRZ. I did a 434 kit, stage 2 cams, single layer base gasket last spring with a full exhaust, jet kit and it's fast enough. I dont do much off-road, just dirt roads here and there. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/316584/IMG_20210311_200202562_jpg-1861652.JPG I really want a DRZ in blue/white or yellow/white. I don't care at all for the white/black versions... |
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Posted: 3/19/2021 9:43:09 AM EDT
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I’m so jealous watching the videos from Australia where guys get new DRz E’s in the yellow plastics.
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Posted: 3/19/2021 10:34:08 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bhart89: I'm so jealous watching the videos from Australia where guys get new DRz E's in the yellow plastics. |
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Posted: 3/27/2021 2:38:37 PM EDT
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Still waiting on a few parts, but getting there.
 The damaged stuff with the offending rock. 
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Posted: 3/29/2021 12:27:42 AM EDT
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  Photos and video never shows how steep shit is |
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Posted: 3/30/2021 1:34:02 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HDLS: Still waiting on a few parts, but getting there. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/tempImageceXNq6-1882191.jpg The damaged stuff with the offending rock. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/tempImagexChPKi-1882195.jpg Damn, hell of a hit. Glad your ok Your ride pics have helped push me towards a WR in the future, but then yammy cancelled it |
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Posted: 3/30/2021 1:57:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By virgilc1984: Damn, hell of a hit. Glad your ok Your ride pics have helped push me towards a WR in the future, but then yammy cancelled it Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By virgilc1984: Originally Posted By HDLS: Still waiting on a few parts, but getting there. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/tempImageceXNq6-1882191.jpg The damaged stuff with the offending rock. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/367483/tempImagexChPKi-1882195.jpg Damn, hell of a hit. Glad your ok Your ride pics have helped push me towards a WR in the future, but then yammy cancelled it As far as WRs, there’s used ones out there. I got mine off Craigslist with 250 miles on it for about 1/2 price of new. |
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