Forum: Thumpers
04-19-2013, 10:02 AM
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Gas tank & Lights
2 questions I can't find clear answers to:
1) I Just put an Acerbis tank on. Do I need to treat/clean the OEM tank (How & with what) if I am going to sit it on a shelf or sell it?
2) If I...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-31-2013, 06:38 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-31-2013, 05:00 AM
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Brake Pedal
Wow. for something that seems to bend as easily as the rear pedal, I would think it would be easier to find (and should cost a lot less than $50). Is someone able to tell me if this pedal -...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-18-2013, 03:06 AM
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Farkle Questions
Hey All:
I am about to grab a Acerbis 5.3 tank. (The gray one at a $30 premium via Procycle). Even for the remoteness of Northeast Arizona/Southern Utah. The Safari tank just seems too big and...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-04-2013, 02:11 PM
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Re: High Altitude
Thanks guys, for the info.
Grifter - I've mountain biked and hiked quite a bit in the area. I love it.
With the knobbies - any of them you would want to ride a 400 mile asphalt round trip...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-25-2013, 01:59 AM
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High Elevation
Hey All - First, I'd like to say thanks for all the advice and info I've gotten and read here. The best advice I've gotten is a) Buy the DR650 & b) put down the tools and walk away:wink:
I am...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-17-2013, 06:37 PM
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Rear Brake Lever
Hey guys - are rear brake pedals all the same? Bent mine up pretty good and plan to put a new one on.
Thanks
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Forum: Thumpers
10-07-2012, 02:33 PM
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Now What?
Thanks Derek:
So, will this enzyme additive work its way out after a couple tanks or do I need to drain the fuel? I added it to one tank. I've refueled only once so far but did not add any more...
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Forum: Thumpers
09-29-2012, 12:38 PM
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Fuel question
Hi all:
Looking for some education.
I mentioned a while back that I get crappy gas mileage on my 2012 (41-43 mpg).
Tinkerinwstuff mentioned ethanol as the culprit. When I asked the dealer...
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Forum: Thumpers
08-13-2012, 02:21 PM
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Mileage
A thought... but I think epa estimates have to account for this.
Sorry - don't know how to do quotes from multiple posts.
Anyway: Bike is factory stock, 1100 miles. I ride pretty...
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Forum: Thumpers
08-12-2012, 06:20 AM
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Mileage
I know there is a lot of discussion here on fuel economy, jetting and so forth. But under what conditions does Suzuki expect 56 mpg? I have a stock '12 and barely get 42 mpg; regardless of the...
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Forum: Vendors
06-23-2012, 05:24 AM
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Glove advice
Hi:
I’m looking for warm weather riding gloves. Currently, I’m in NY and commute on a dr650. Probably 99% on pavement. This time next year I will be back in Arizona and I will be riding 85% off...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-30-2012, 05:53 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
05-30-2012, 05:36 PM
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No Harm
Grifter - I was busting chops back at ya. No worries. Plus,I think new guys should get busted on. Old guys too...
Thanks for the info. I need to find time to learn some basics. Next year I...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2012, 04:04 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2012, 02:55 PM
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Roller
Thanks all - I've read quite a bit about the roller. Definitely noisy. Haven't brought myself to remove it yet. Trying to do as little damage as possible by not putting tool to bike unless I know...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2012, 12:45 PM
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No. On the side stand. Manual doesn't say...
No. On the side stand. Manual doesn't say whether to measure under load. I never took care of any of my stuff before. So trying to learn some simple things. I am all for being flamed for knuckle...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2012, 12:18 PM
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I am waiting outside the garage door now so I...
I am waiting outside the garage door now so I will be first in line when they open on Tuesday. I am sure no one ever taught you and you learned everything on your own.
So it's got about 2 inches...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2012, 12:00 PM
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Thanks
Thanks Mambo & Zdiver. Have a nice craftsman set but only up to 19mm. Mambo, it looks like the cotter pin has gone away and a locking nut is used now instead. Of course I stared at it for 20...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2012, 11:41 AM
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Rear Axle Nut
Ok, First - I am a tool tool. Even so, adjusting the chain tension on my 2012 seems like something I can handle. The high quality :wink: Suzuki wrench and pipe for leverage is not breaking the...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-17-2012, 06:30 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
05-12-2012, 07:07 AM
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Wheel weight
Ahh - thanks MotoD - sounds common sense to me..now.
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Forum: Thumpers
05-12-2012, 06:30 AM
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Spoke thing?
So I cannot figure out how to add a pic here. I will do my best to describe. On the front wheel of my '12 650, on one of the spokes is a large hunk of metal that looks like clamped on with a pair...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-07-2012, 05:02 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-07-2012, 03:47 AM
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Yes, I have searched the threads
Hey All:
(See subject line). I believe I am going to pick up a 2012 DR pretty soon. I have never bought a new bike but given 0% financing, I will be able to buy gear I need too.
Questions:
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