Drz400 Thread - Page 1057

Rainshadow · 08-23-2012, 02:21 PM

I've got a bit of a leaky dust seal on one of my forks. I doubt that the forks have been serviced in the 5,000 miles of the bikes life. Should I use the leaky seal as a reason to change the oil on the forks? If I'm going that far, should I use it as a reason to have the front end resprung for my weight (200 pounds)?

I'm happy with the performance as they stand, but if I'm going to open the can shouldn't I get all the worms out?

howardbell · 08-23-2012, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by SScratch

Not really. I just think that with a couple of toddlers running around, mama ain't gonna be happy with being left alone with the kids while daddy plays very often. I've been married 25 years and I know the routine. So, the cheaper and simpler his toys are the less time and money he takes away from the family. Japanese air cooled bikes can be left in the corner gathering cobwebs indefinately and still be rideable in a few minutes. I had two air cooled Yamahas for 20 years while my kids were growing up. Kept them on the battery tender and they were always ready to go. I have sold them since but they are both still on the road today. Just my opinion posted on the internet and we all know what that is worth.

I like this guy!

DR650SEDDY · 08-23-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Rainshadow

I've got a bit of a leaky dust seal on one of my forks. I doubt that the forks have been serviced in the 5,000 miles of the bikes life. Should I use the leaky seal as a reason to change the oil on the forks? If I'm going that far, should I use it as a reason to have the front end resprung for my weight (200 pounds)?

I'm happy with the performance as they stand, but if I'm going to open the can shouldn't I get all the worms out?

Every time i mess with my front end (front forks) i'll have to change oil/dust seals + fork oil, might is well it's apart and the oil 5w isn't that expansive so just go ahead & get it done.

BRUNO BOTELHO · 08-23-2012, 04:49 PM

My DR-Z

This bike is the best, does everything and is very reliable

DualSportDad · 08-23-2012, 09:00 PM

can anyone point me in the direction for a DRZ E model rear rack? ebay used to be flooded with them and now there is none. thanks.

MotoTex · 08-24-2012, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by DualSportDad

can anyone point me in the direction for a DRZ E model rear rack? ebay used to be flooded with them and now there is none. thanks.

Search for one from Jackpiner here or on TT. He has just created an excellent rack for the E model. His has optional side bag racks and a built-in mounting point for a fuel block.

Seat Concepts has one on their website as well. Just a rear rack.

Wlfman · 08-24-2012, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DualSportDad

can anyone point me in the direction for a DRZ E model rear rack? ebay used to be flooded with them and now there is none. thanks.

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=788735

DR650SEDDY · 08-24-2012, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by DualSportDad

can anyone point me in the direction for a DRZ E model rear rack? ebay used to be flooded with them and now there is none. thanks.

If u can weld u can design ur own. I designed mine last year & my buddy Kevin (professionel welder) put it together. It's worked perfect form me.

princess jamaica · 08-24-2012, 03:32 PM

Just picked up an "01 E and am interested in a different seat.Anybody got a Corbin,Renazco for sale?Thanks.

EmmEff · 08-24-2012, 03:37 PM

Wow, those corners are awfully sharp on that homemade rack... nice design, otherwise.

JustGreg · 08-24-2012, 05:49 PM

There's nothing there a grinder and a flap disk cant remedy. Cudos for designing/having built your own rack.

Those that cant are the ones that point out minor flaws.

DR650SEDDY · 08-24-2012, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JustGreg

There's nothing there a grinder and a flap disk cant remedy. Cudos for designing/having built your own rack.

.

Thanks...

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EmmEff •
Wow, those corners are awfully sharp on that homemade rack... nice design, otherwise.

That's not the finished product

c'mon now

. Like inmate JustGreg said :" There's nothing there a grinder and a flap disk cant remedy

." I paint it yellow afterward...

EmmEff · 08-24-2012, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by JustGreg

Those that cant are the ones that point out minor flaws.

No need to be a douche. Exposed sharp corners are dangerous. Period.

955616846 · 08-24-2012, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by EmmEff

No need to be a douche. Exposed sharp corners are dangerous. Period.

Yep... There are already enough sharp, pointy and protruding bits on a bike that are ready to do some harm without adding more, but.... the the risk here is minimal. It is a fairly solid design.

jackpiner57 · 08-24-2012, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by MotoTex

Search for one from Jackpiner here or on TT. He has just created an excellent rack for the E model. His has optional side bag racks and a built-in mounting point for a fuel block.

Seat Concepts has one on their website as well. Just a rear rack.

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Originally Posted by Wlfman

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=788735

Thanks for the mention guys.

DR650SEDDY, Good on ya for making your own rack!

08-23-2012, 04:49 PM	#15844
BRUNO BOTELHO Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2006 Location: S. MIGUEL-AZORES Oddometer: 377	My DR-Z This bike is the best, does everything and is very reliable __________________ Ride Safe Bruno Botelho KTM LC8 950 ADVENTURE - "Ready to Race" SUZUKI DR-Z 400 E - The Yellow Devil www.motoazores.com

08-23-2012, 09:00 PM	#15845
DualSportDad Beastly Adventurer Joined: May 2007 Location: Cape Coral, Fl. Oddometer: 2,113	can anyone point me in the direction for a DRZ E model rear rack? ebay used to be flooded with them and now there is none. thanks. __________________ Alex Cape Coral, Fl. 2003 KLX400R tagged

08-24-2012, 03:32 PM	#15849
princess jamaica OLD DOG-NEW TRICKS Joined: Oct 2006 Location: KM111.5 POSADA CONCEPCION,BCS Oddometer: 1,964	Just picked up an "01 E and am interested in a different seat.Anybody got a Corbin,Renazco for sale?Thanks. __________________ 24 hours,maybe 60 good years,it's really not that long a stay.........jimmy b.

08-24-2012, 03:37 PM	#15850
EmmEff Wannabe Joined: Oct 2008 Location: Innisfil, Ontario, Canada Oddometer: 1,243	Wow, those corners are awfully sharp on that homemade rack... nice design, otherwise. __________________ 2008 Suzuki DRZ400S

08-24-2012, 05:49 PM	#15851
JustGreg Fast as Molasses Joined: Mar 2009 Location: Lincolnton, Ga. Oddometer: 324	There's nothing there a grinder and a flap disk cant remedy. Cudos for designing/having built your own rack. Those that cant are the ones that point out minor flaws. __________________

08-23-2012, 02:21 PM	#15841
Rainshadow Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2010 Location: Bend, Oregon Oddometer: 343	I've got a bit of a leaky dust seal on one of my forks. I doubt that the forks have been serviced in the 5,000 miles of the bikes life. Should I use the leaky seal as a reason to change the oil on the forks? If I'm going that far, should I use it as a reason to have the front end resprung for my weight (200 pounds)? I'm happy with the performance as they stand, but if I'm going to open the can shouldn't I get all the worms out?

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