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Forum: Australia 04-28-2013, 02:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 932
Posted By cirell
If you happen to need an engine rebuild on the...

If you happen to need an engine rebuild on the first day of the ride Robs Dirt Bikes in Broken Hill is the go.
Have a good ride.
Forum: Australia 04-26-2013, 02:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,396
Posted By cirell
Some sort of epirb or spot tracker is a good idea...

Some sort of epirb or spot tracker is a good idea if riding alone
Forum: Australia 04-23-2013, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 572
Posted By cirell
Thanks for replys, the thread is damaged and its...

Thanks for replys, the thread is damaged and its to narrow to fit a bigger size stud . I did Loctite another helicoil insert in but it wasn't the stud lock stuff. Is welding up the hole and re drill...
Forum: Australia 04-23-2013, 03:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 572
Posted By cirell
heli coil failure

heli coil spinning in cylinder head of xr 400 does any one know if this can be repaired ie ally weld stripped thread hole, re drill and tap? Or any other method?
Forum: Australia 04-21-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 747
Posted By cirell
Plenty Hwy is not a bad run but you will need to...

Plenty Hwy is not a bad run but you will need to take extra fuel I think its about 450 to 500 km Boulia to Jervois Station (that was the only place to get fuel when I was there2 years ago
Forum: Thumpers 02-24-2013, 12:55 PM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
I use the 5.8 gal tank with no problems, get over...

I use the 5.8 gal tank with no problems, get over 400 km (250 miles).
When you change the sprocket from 16 to 13 do you use the same length chain?
Forum: Thumpers 02-19-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
Thanks Doc and Ride Freak for your replys, dont...

Thanks Doc and Ride Freak for your replys, dont want to risk reliability but the head light is no good for night riding will look into 35 watt lights and Leds, My bike has a battery so may be ok
Forum: Thumpers 02-19-2013, 02:56 AM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
hid light

I know its already on here somewhere but can some one tell me if the stock stator will run a 55watt HID light? Or would I need to upgrade to a bigger stator.
Thanks
Forum: Australia 01-30-2013, 04:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,831
Posted By cirell
Its looking really good, where do you get that...

Its looking really good, where do you get that plasticote from?
Forum: Thumpers 01-27-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
Thanks Luke, I saw replacement seal head on ebay...

Thanks Luke, I saw replacement seal head on ebay but there are a few other seals required - do they come with any other seals
Forum: Thumpers 01-26-2013, 04:01 AM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
rear shock

Has anyone rebuilt an xr 400 rear shock or purchased an aftermarket shock they would recommend? I have seen one on ebay, a Hagen from England, has anyone heard of these,

I was going to rebuild...
Forum: Australia 01-02-2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,357
Posted By cirell
I have used an xr400 as an adventure bike for a...

I have used an xr400 as an adventure bike for a few years now, the limitations are the headlight at night the rear subframe and oil change intervals. I have made up a rack which seems to have...
Forum: Thumpers 12-31-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,237
Posted By cirell
Thanks and Happy New Year

Thanks and Happy New Year
Forum: Australia 12-21-2012, 04:49 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 19,810
Posted By cirell
If you were on something else would you be having...

If you were on something else would you be having a beer at the corner right now?
Forum: Australia 12-21-2012, 04:44 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 19,810
Posted By cirell
Fogo will you persist with the Quaka?

Fogo will you persist with the Quaka?
Forum: Australia 12-21-2012, 12:01 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 19,810
Posted By cirell
That Crane looks like a beauty

That Crane looks like a beauty
Forum: Australia 12-03-2012, 02:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,812
Posted By cirell
[QUOTE=UncleGra;20151544]Here's the pub at...

[QUOTE=UncleGra;20151544]Here's the pub at least...

http://uncl1.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Back-Road-Tourist/i-PRwRwrM/0/L/100_1602-L.jpg


shop across the road.....
...
Forum: Australia 11-30-2012, 04:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,812
Posted By cirell
Windorah pub

If any one goes out to Windorah, can you please take a photo of the air-conditoining set up in the pub, its a beauty and I wish I had got a photo of it when I was there. Can you please post it up...
Forum: Thumpers 10-14-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
Hello Was wondering how long you guys stretch...

Hello
Was wondering how long you guys stretch an oil change out to, my manual says 600 miles ( 1000 km) but its a bit restrictive on a long unsupported ride - does anyone increase oil change...
Forum: Australia 10-08-2012, 01:49 AM
Replies: 13,220
Views: 1,592,063
Posted By cirell
Just wondering what oil change interval is for a...

Just wondering what oil change interval is for a DR 650? My xr has 1000 km oil interval and is becoming limiting factor to good adventure bike.
Thanks
Forum: Australia 08-31-2012, 05:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,198
Posted By cirell
Thanks for the replys I will give it a go

Thanks for the replys I will give it a go
Forum: Australia 08-31-2012, 12:44 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,101
Posted By cirell
Looks good Dave, is Sunday creek rd open to...

Looks good Dave, is Sunday creek rd open to Charlie Morland?
Forum: Australia 08-30-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,198
Posted By cirell
Diesel oil is available anywhere and the xr has...

Diesel oil is available anywhere and the xr has oil change frequency of about 1500 kms
Forum: Australia 08-30-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,198
Posted By cirell
XR 400 Diesel oil

Have heard of people using diesel oil for XR 400s, was wondering if anyone has used it successfully and what oil they used.
Thanks
Forum: Australia 08-28-2012, 10:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,347
Posted By cirell
I think its a great idea, I have been thinking...

I think its a great idea, I have been thinking about using a tablet for maps GPS, bike manual etc. I am sure bikes will evetually come with something like this as standard.
Forum: Day Trippin' 08-11-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,886
Posted By cirell
Nice ride, how did the 250 l go?

Nice ride, how did the 250 l go?
Forum: Australia 08-04-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,932
Posted By cirell
Hi Mark How many kms per day would you be...

Hi Mark
How many kms per day would you be expecting maybe 300 , what did we do on the last trip?
Forum: Australia 07-31-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,101
Posted By cirell
Gday dave ...didnt end up doing the Toogoolawha...

Gday dave ...didnt end up doing the Toogoolawha ride hopefully get a chance in the next few weeks
Forum: Australia 07-31-2012, 01:36 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,101
Posted By cirell
Might be a chance of a midweek ride over the...

Might be a chance of a midweek ride over the next few weeks, will keep an eye on the thread
Forum: Thumpers 07-05-2012, 01:30 PM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
were you carrying much weight with that gearing?I...

were you carrying much weight with that gearing?I have done a few longer trips with 40/15 wondered how it would go pulling a taller gear. What gearing do you normally run?
Forum: Australia 06-26-2012, 02:31 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,006
Posted By cirell
Spanish Bota Bag would be hard to beat for red...

Spanish Bota Bag would be hard to beat for red wine. Not sure how it would handle spirits.
Forum: Australia 04-01-2012, 03:19 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,681
Posted By cirell
Anja, Glad to hear you got home ok, bet you,ve...

Anja, Glad to hear you got home ok, bet you,ve got your feet up and drink in hand!!Cheers to you.We have a few pics too but still working out how to attach them. Great riding skills I must say!(!...
Forum: Australia 03-29-2012, 01:18 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,681
Posted By cirell
Hi Dave would like to tag along if you still need...

Hi Dave would like to tag along if you still need anymore takers.
Richard
Forum: Thumpers 03-27-2012, 02:49 AM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
hello, love the thread, was wondering if anyone...

hello, love the thread, was wondering if anyone has rebuilt the rear shock? Or is it something better left to a shop?
Thanks:D
Forum: Australia 02-16-2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 809
Views: 46,653
Posted By cirell
I would love to come for a ride is it to late for...

I would love to come for a ride is it to late for another ring in?
Forum: Australia 01-28-2012, 04:38 AM
Replies: 13,205
Views: 1,765,572
Posted By cirell
+2

+2
Forum: Australia 01-02-2012, 01:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,901
Posted By cirell
That DR 800 is awesome- never seen one before. I...

That DR 800 is awesome- never seen one before. I wonder if there are many still around?
Forum: Thumpers 12-16-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,095
Posted By cirell
Hi Hutcho I have done a few trips using pannier...

Hi Hutcho I have done a few trips using pannier racks and bags but i think the giant loop bags (the ones that strap on the back of the seat) might be a better set up as you can still fit a rear rack...
Forum: Australia 09-14-2011, 03:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 872
Posted By cirell
Hi Dave havent been through McDonalds road for...

Hi Dave havent been through McDonalds road for awhile but you can get through, does get a bit rutted out at times. No worries comissioners flat -cove road - woodford
Have a good ride
Forum: Australia 08-29-2011, 01:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,632
Posted By cirell
500 km into central oz trip - timing chain noisey...

500 km into central oz trip - timing chain noisey -(bought bike secondhand) found nut welded to the end of timing chain adjuster
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