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Forum: Thumpers 05-15-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,717
Posted By bkoz
Very, very cool, great build thread. How...

Very, very cool, great build thread.

How tall are you? RMZ front end + BRP mounts + Pastrana FMX bars equals one big DR.
Forum: Thumpers 04-24-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,732
Posted By bkoz
Cam Chain - IMHO cam chains should be replaced at...

Cam Chain - IMHO cam chains should be replaced at rebuild time, cheap insurance. Maybe not as critical with a low HP engine like the KLR but this must be done on CRF's, YZF's etc. As you said, you...
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,732
Posted By bkoz
I know this is true for 2 strokes but does it...

I know this is true for 2 strokes but does it mean the same thing on 4 strokes?
Forum: Thumpers 04-17-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,732
Posted By bkoz
I just tuned into this thread and I may be a...

I just tuned into this thread and I may be a little late.

These guys can repair heads, I wonder if they can handle that type of cam bearing damage.

http://www.mt-llc.com/

Might be able to...
Forum: Thumpers 03-18-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
Agreed!! The ring end gap needs to be...

Agreed!!

The ring end gap needs to be checked with an OEM piston and rings let alone a big bore upgrade.

If you are unsure about this procedure you should pay a pro to do it.
Forum: Thumpers 03-14-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
One of the best upgrades you can do to the KLR is...

One of the best upgrades you can do to the KLR is trading it in for a DR...
Forum: Thumpers 03-12-2013, 09:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 683
Posted By bkoz
What bikes have you owned previously?

What bikes have you owned previously?
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
That's a big 10-4 good buddy. Not you...

That's a big 10-4 good buddy.

Not you talking out of your butt, but the magnets not helping on the aluminum flakes.
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
On offroad race bikes, ie. YZF's, RMZ's etc, it's...

On offroad race bikes, ie. YZF's, RMZ's etc, it's a not a bad idea to do the timing chain at each top end replacement. And for sure at head rebuild time. But the chains on these bikes are much more...
Forum: Thumpers 03-02-2013, 06:27 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
:thumb Excellent tutorial.

:thumb

Excellent tutorial.
Forum: Thumpers 02-28-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 96,664
Posted By bkoz
I will put my hand up as the next guy who blows...

I will put my hand up as the next guy who blows up a DR. Has my DR seen deep sand, many times. Has my DR seen mx tracks yup, and bottomed hard enough to leave skid plate marks.

Does my bike miss...
Forum: Thumpers 02-25-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
Can you explain using calipers to measure the end...

Can you explain using calipers to measure the end gap a little better?

I have always measured end gap by putting the ring in the bore then chasing it with the piston (to keep the ring straight in...
Forum: Thumpers 02-25-2013, 07:22 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 25,882
Posted By bkoz
Thanks again to the OP for posting the build and...

Thanks again to the OP for posting the build and the issues he is having. And for keeping a good attitude about it!
Forum: Thumpers 02-25-2013, 07:18 AM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 96,664
Posted By bkoz
Of course, you guys have a longer riding season. ...

Of course, you guys have a longer riding season. Still makes me think about oil quality, especially with your higher ambient temps. I wonder if any of the blown bottom end bikes had clogged or...
Forum: Thumpers 02-24-2013, 07:09 AM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 96,664
Posted By bkoz
I have mentioned before in this thread about...

I have mentioned before in this thread about being interested in what oils were being used and oil change intervals on the failed 3rd gears.

I wonder how much of a difference the oil...
Forum: Canada 01-15-2013, 07:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 686
Posted By bkoz
Here is the facebook link for RT Suspension in...

Here is the facebook link for RT Suspension in Stony.

Give Chris a call and see if he can help you out.

http://www.facebook.com/RTSuspension
Forum: Thumpers 12-17-2012, 09:03 AM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 96,664
Posted By bkoz
Kawasaki S4 15W50. A local dealership had blow...

Kawasaki S4 15W50. A local dealership had blow out pricing on all their 15W50 stock. I also ran Motul 7100 20W50 bought at the same sale. The Motul has since been regulated to the KTM as it is...
Forum: Thumpers 12-10-2012, 07:00 AM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 96,664
Posted By bkoz
In the back of my mind I have wondered about the...

In the back of my mind I have wondered about the correlation between oil and oil change intervals and DR gear failures.

I noticed my bike shifts significantly better with a semi-synthetic versus...
Forum: Thumpers 11-20-2012, 07:40 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,391
Posted By bkoz
See Warewolf's post. He is absolutely...

See Warewolf's post.

He is absolutely correct about the manufacture not showing more info on the forks. They don't want you going inside them. The same goes for shocks.

As far as your...
Forum: Thumpers 11-20-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,391
Posted By bkoz
Yes that is the point of the thread. But I was...

Yes that is the point of the thread. But I was throwing the idea around of removing the damper rods from the DR650 and installing the DRZ250 cartridges vs changing the whole fork assembly and having...
Forum: Thumpers 11-19-2012, 06:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,391
Posted By bkoz
The Gold Valve only works on the compression...

The Gold Valve only works on the compression dampening on the DR650 forks. If you want to change the rebound dampening you have to change fork oil weight or drill out and/or weld closed the rebound...
Forum: Thumpers 10-07-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,339
Posted By bkoz
It's too bad that CRF250L is so heavy. I think...

It's too bad that CRF250L is so heavy. I think Honda dropped the ball on that one. It weighs the same as a DRZ.
Forum: Canada 10-06-2012, 07:40 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 8,651
Posted By bkoz
Another H.D. Mech here.

Another H.D. Mech here.
Forum: Thumpers 10-05-2012, 08:34 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,339
Posted By bkoz
Trust your instincts. The KLR is exactly as you...

Trust your instincts. The KLR is exactly as you found it, huge and heavy. Be aware of anybody claiming the KLR is as good as a DR or DRZ off road . Its not. I owned and '08 KLR and traded up to a...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 09-25-2012, 06:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By bkoz
On the DR yes, KTM no. Plus I use it for hiking...

On the DR yes, KTM no. Plus I use it for hiking and on rental sleds. And back up batteries are a good idea.

I have been shoving the broken piece back in place and packing the battery compartment...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 09-24-2012, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By bkoz
Garmin 76CSX Broken Battery Tab

One of the battery tab has broken on my beloved Garmin 76csx. Does anybody know if this is repairable?

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh111/bkozphotobucket/2012-09-24130511.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 08-01-2012, 05:03 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
Little help guys. My bro burned the front brake...

Little help guys. My bro burned the front brake off his DR today and is metal to metal. We are in the middle of our annual B.C. backroads tour.

Does anybody have that front brake combatatilty...
Forum: Thumpers 06-23-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
This^ All things being equal there shouldn't...

This^

All things being equal there shouldn't be much difference between standard and irdium plugs. Its under the less that ideal conditions I have had luck with iridiums.

My DR starts and...
Forum: Thumpers 06-17-2012, 07:43 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
I have found that WD40 tends to vulcanize the...

I have found that WD40 tends to vulcanize the rubber to the rim making it a bugger to remove the tire.

I have had good luck with dish soap and water. Lately I have used nothing but proper tire...
Forum: Thumpers 06-17-2012, 07:00 AM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
Wow. I just changed a Shinko. Did the...

Wow.

I just changed a Shinko. Did the figure eights and had no issues with spooning the tire off.

Do you use WD40 to lube the tire when you install it?
Forum: Thumpers 06-16-2012, 07:47 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
Breaking Beads

Ever wonder why its so easy to pull that blown tube on the trail? Because riding on the flat tire has broken the bead already.

Next time you have a tough bead to break, pull the valve stem and...
Forum: Thumpers 03-16-2012, 04:10 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
+1 After trying a couple screens including...

+1

After trying a couple screens including the screensforbikes setup the Laminar is great. I am 6'. I hard mounted also.
Forum: Thumpers 03-14-2012, 04:47 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
\ I have worn earplugs every working day...

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I have worn earplugs every working day for the last 12 years and highly recommend 3M 1100's for anyone who finds earplugs uncomfortable. The only disposable plug that I can wear for more that...
Forum: Thumpers 03-11-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
+1 !!!!!!!!! Clean the bolt and bolt hole...

+1 !!!!!!!!!

Clean the bolt and bolt hole spotless with a cleaner that does not leave a film. Loctite with 242 or preferably 243 and the most important: Let it cure without oil or running the...
Forum: Thumpers 02-29-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
At 6', 34" inseam I am very happy with Laminar...

At 6', 34" inseam I am very happy with Laminar screen. I used duct tape for test running and bolted the screen in place with rubber grommets. I didn't trust the velcro to hold up against tree...
Forum: Thumpers 02-27-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,994
Posted By bkoz
Great advice but just be aware of the internet...

Great advice but just be aware of the internet forums. Spending too much time on interwebz forums can just as easily send you in the wrong direction.

The OP is from Calgary where a lot of great...
Forum: Thumpers 02-27-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
Nope, I have the OEM Yammie tube and had the...

Nope, I have the OEM Yammie tube and had the exact problem you are having. It will progressively stick worse and worse as the tube wears. I was the one who installed the set screw that...
Forum: Thumpers 02-27-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
Here is a random pic of the top of of a worn...

Here is a random pic of the top of of a worn cylinder (disregard the Southern American spelling ;-)

http://vintagetractorengineer.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/worn-liner.jpg

Did your cylinder...
Forum: Thumpers 02-26-2012, 04:33 PM
Replies: 77,108
Views: 13,992,109
Posted By bkoz
Can you feel the grooves with your finger nail? ...

Can you feel the grooves with your finger nail? Is there a groove at the top of the cylinder? Any pics of the top of the cylinder?

To me the cylinder looks worn, or at least he cross hatches are...
Forum: Thumpers 02-26-2012, 05:37 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,994
Posted By bkoz
Living in Calgary the DR would be my choice, too...

Living in Calgary the DR would be my choice, too much good off road riding to waste it on a KLR.

I purchased a 08 KLR with the one of my main intentions being a SA trip. Did some mods to the...
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