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[beechum1]

Originally Posted by epicxcrider

So uh... sorry for the newb question but if you dump the bike to the left why does it smell like gas? Pouring out the carb?

I'm sure you can guess how I know - I tested this theory several times

Yes.

[Idaho_XR]

Originally Posted by tjrockit

Bad news

Twisted Throttle SW-MOTECH sub-frame support arms only work with a stock muffler.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade...view/6887/667/



Also, the bolt that shares the aftermarket muffler and turn signal bolt isn't long enough. I wish I would have noticed that it wouldn't bolt up to the passenger peg before I went to the hardware store to buy a longer bolt.



Upside is they are very stout!! I've read some comments about them crinkling and I would say after having them in my hand, you would have to put a LOT of weight on the back to get them to crinkle. Like can't keep the front wheel down weight.

I plan to send a link to this comment to Twisted Throttle so they will update their product description to say that it only works with the stock muffler. Hopefully, they will consider redesigning that side. I was really looking forward to the reinforcement.

Oh man, that sucks. Thanks for the update though, I was thinking about getting these in the future. Also, thanks for being one of our unofficial guinea pigs. It will be interesting to see what TT does, if anything.

[twistedthrottle]

Hi tjrocket. Thanks for confirming the sturdiness of the arms. Sometimes pictures can't tell the story like a true end user like yourself. Sorry for the issue. I will put this in front of the designer right away. It appears to be an FMF pipe - please confirm. Also, if there is more than one pipe option from FMF (or whomever the manufacturer is) let us know that so we can take it off of the application list.

Kev

Originally Posted by tjrockit

Bad news

Twisted Throttle SW-MOTECH sub-frame support arms only work with a stock muffler.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade...view/6887/667/



Also, the bolt that shares the aftermarket muffler and turn signal bolt isn't long enough. I wish I would have noticed that it wouldn't bolt up to the passenger peg before I went to the hardware store to buy a longer bolt.



Upside is they are very stout!! I've read some comments about them crinkling and I would say after having them in my hand, you would have to put a LOT of weight on the back to get them to crinkle. Like can't keep the front wheel down weight.

I was really excited when I mounted the first one. I liked how it mounted to the top foot peg. Balanced really nice with the Cycle Rack.

One other thing I didn't care for was the allen wrench bolts. It's not a big deal. I just don't care for them.

I plan to send a link to this comment to Twisted Throttle so they will update their product description to say that it only works with the stock muffler. Hopefully, they will consider redesigning that side. I was really looking forward to the reinforcement.

[jungleplant]

R U guys watching this

[GB]

Originally Posted by jungleplant

R U guys watching this

TT ain't posting to sell.. just responding to a post... TT has a thread in Vendors and if youse want to discuss it with them, please do it there...

[jungleplant]

Originally Posted by Gadget Boy

TT ain't posting to sell.. just responding to a post... TT has a thread in Vendors and if youse want to discuss it with them, please do it there...

Hey I dont't have any problem wit TT its just we stopped selling those back in 1999 because of all the new cans that were available and didnt want to deal with it , TT is just now finding out this problem , good luck guys, I luv ya , your a good group, but after this we might start again , its kinda interesting
we just want to help the fellow rider thats it...... because we all ride just like you i think
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[xj750guy]

Has anybody with a Corbin seat completed the Shorai battery relocate?

Was the battery mounted on top of the airbox? (ala Spudrider)

I have my bike apart beyond the point of accurately remounting the seat....

Just curious, as I don't want to cut the base pan of the Corbin, and prefer not to put it all back together before I confirm.

Regards
Darryl

[Spud Rider]

Originally Posted by xj750guy

Has anybody with a Corbin seat completed the Shorai battery relocate?

Was the battery mounted on top of the airbox? (ala Spudrider)

I have my bike apart beyond the point of accurately remounting the seat....

Just curious, as I don't want to cut the base pan of the Corbin, and prefer not to put it all back together before I confirm.

Regards
Darryl

I don't have a Corbin saddle, so I can't give you a definite answer. However, I can tell you that my stock saddle lightly touches the right edge of the Shorai battery on top of my airbox. Therefore, I encourage you to compare the depth of the stock saddle with the depth of your Corbin saddle. If your Corbin saddle is as deep as the stock saddle, you will probably have no problems. However, if the Corbin saddle is more shallow, you will need to modify my Shorai battery installation.

P.S. You are going to love your Shorai battery!

Spud

[Drunk_Uncle]

Jungle Plant that shit is funny!!! Put a smile on my face the last day at work before leave.

[Drunk_Uncle]

I am running the White Bros E2. Its currently disassembled for a repack.

Originally Posted by twistedthrottle

I think that some informal research is in order. We designed a set of subframe support arms for the XR650L to work with the stock exhaust system. Naturally, a lot of you have changed those pipes. I'd like to ask you guys to name as many aftermarket and alternative pipes that can be installed on an XR650L (note: L model NOT the R). Once we have a good, complete list I will start a new thread with a poll. The results of the poll will help us figure out which pipes to use when modifying the design of the subframe supports.

I'll start the list. If you can include a link to the pipe itself that would be great.

1. Big Gun EVO - http://www.biggunexhaust.com/ex_mx_hon.html
2. FMF Power Core - http://www.fmfracing.com/Products/Bi...5_HONDA_XR650L
3. FMF Q4 - http://www.fmfracing.com/Products/Bi...5_HONDA_XR650L

[jungleplant]

Originally Posted by Drunk_Uncle

Jungle Plant that shit is funny!!! Put a smile on my face the last day at work before leave.

Glad i could help ya out there Brother, Carlo Rossi had me last night
9 bucks a gallon

[tjrockit]

Originally Posted by twistedthrottle

Hi tjrocket. Thanks for confirming the sturdiness of the arms. Sometimes pictures can't tell the story like a true end user like yourself. Sorry for the issue. I will put this in front of the designer right away. It appears to be an FMF pipe - please confirm. Also, if there is more than one pipe option from FMF (or whomever the manufacturer is) let us know that so we can take it off of the application list.

Kev

Yes, it is an FMF Q4. I also sent a note to Twisted Throttle and they have updated the product listing.

These support arms are designed to work with the STOCK OEM HONDA EXHAUST ONLY. There are no guaranties that these arms will work with an after market exhaust.

[tjrockit]

Originally Posted by twistedthrottle

I think that some informal research is in order.

BTW, thanks for jumping in with a response. One outcome I was hoping to see from my post was product improvement. I'm glad you're watching this thread and making improvements. I wish Honda would do the same. This thread is full of quality, valuable info that Honda could use to release a new version of the XRL that would probably improve their sells but it seems like they are not interested in the voice of the customer.

[twistedthrottle]

Originally Posted by tjrockit

BTW, thanks for jumping in with a response. One outcome I was hoping to see from my post was product improvement. I'm glad you're watching this thread and making improvements. I wish Honda would do the same. This thread is full of quality, valuable info that Honda could use to release a new version of the XRL that would probably improve their sells but it seems like they are not interested in the voice of the customer.

I read this thread several times a week. It is a great way to follow and learn from you guys what you need and what we can improve upon.

FYI - I spoke with the designer who created those arms at our morning meeting. We are going to try to develop a new right support arm to fit a wider range of pipes. Be sure to get everyone to help me fill out the list of available exhaust options for the XR650L and then look for a poll to help us count the number of each pipe installed. http://www.advrider.com/forums/showp...ostcount=34736

Kev

[ShooterDave]

Originally Posted by tjrockit

BTW, thanks for jumping in with a response. One outcome I was hoping to see from my post was product improvement. I'm glad you're watching this thread and making improvements. I wish Honda would do the same. This thread is full of quality, valuable info that Honda could use to release a new version of the XRL that would probably improve their sells but it seems like they are not interested in the voice of the customer.

I agree. The big wigs at corporate seemed really interested in my trip, but not in any improvements I told them about. O well, sucks for them. I'm glad to hear that Twisted Throttle is listening to the people they work for so to speak

Now Kev, if we could just get you guys making motorcycles, our problems would be solved haha.