2-Stroke Picture Thread - Page 46

TheRadBaron · 11-08-2012, 08:27 AM

"This DT400 is the dual sport equivalent to a YZ400..."

Yeah right. A similar displacement 2-stroke engine does not a motocrosser make. I'm guess that the DT makes about half the horsepower of a YZ. What a dork. A weenie too, if the MIGHTY DT400 is too fast for him. I admit that I've never ridden one, but I understand that they're more akin to a tractor than a race bike. That's not a slam, either. I like tractor-like motorcycles.

Pete-NZ · 11-08-2012, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRadBaron

"This DT400 is the dual sport equivalent to a YZ400..."

Yeah right. A similar displacement 2-stroke engine does not a motocrosser make. I'm guess that the DT makes about half the horsepower of a YZ. What a dork. A weenie too, if the MIGHTY DT400 is too fast for him. I admit that I've never ridden one, but I understand that they're more akin to a tractor than a race bike. That's not a slam, either. I like tractor-like motorcycles.

Stop sitting on the fence...
why don't yer say what yer really think...

Now a DT400 motor in a YZ or IT frame would be a nice bike
I had a 79 IT400F.. was a great bike in it's day..

MitchB · 11-09-2012, 08:56 AM

That is really nice. I've been thinking that the Titan might just be the two stroke to add to my harem (RDs a little too small, Kawi triples are now too much $$$...). Nice example.
So - please, tell us what it's like to own and ride. They would seem to be a bit heavy. Does it handle - at all? We need your ride report...

Quote:

Originally Posted by LasseNC

My latest purchase! :)

wvspike · 11-11-2012, 09:14 AM

LasseNC · 11-11-2012, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MitchB

That is really nice. I've been thinking that the Titan might just be the two stroke to add to my harem (RDs a little too small, Kawi triples are now too much $$$...). Nice example.
So - please, tell us what it's like to own and ride. They would seem to be a bit heavy. Does it handle - at all? We need your ride report...

To be honest with you, so far, I hate the handling, but it's my own fault.

The tires are terrible, cobbled with too low tire pressure when I rode it and worn bushes in the forks, it makes for slow handling compared to my MZ.

But it is not fair to judge it like that :)

Edit:

I'm looking forward to trying out my RD.

996DL · 11-11-2012, 12:09 PM

Two wins in the 500cc production class in the Isle of Man TT, 1970 and 1972 for the Suzuki T500.

996DL

LasseNC · 11-11-2012, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 996DL

Two wins in the 500cc production class in the Isle of Man TT, 1970 and 1972 for the Suzuki T500.

996DL

Yeah, it has to be on my part. I'm only used to superlight machines :)

guzzirelic · 11-17-2012, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MitchB

That is really nice. I've been thinking that the Titan might just be the two stroke to add to my harem (RDs a little too small, Kawi triples are now too much $$$...). Nice example.
So - please, tell us what it's like to own and ride. They would seem to be a bit heavy. Does it handle - at all? We need your ride report...

I brought a very sad pile of parts back to life a couple of years ago...1976 GT500A. It's the same bike with the larger tank and disc brake, very few other differences. I haven't done it over cosmetically but on the mechanical side of things it is well sorted out. I rode a few thousand miles last season and can say that I got used to the handling.
It reminded me of my BMW R75/5, (sold many years ago); slow handling for sure. The very long swing arm has a lot to do with that. I wouldn't call it at all flickable and it does not compare to an RD350/400. BUT- it all depends on what you want. The Titan feels very planted, more touring than sporty. And the handling matches the power. Very sedate for a two stroke, no kick in the pants power band to sneak up on you. I did some full days on mine and enjoyed the bike.
I have Dunlops and Progressive rear shock/spring units. I replaced the fork springs with some Progressives but guessed a little on the high side resulting in a harsher ride than I'd like. (they don't have a listing for this bike)
If you want a trouble free two stroke that you can reliably ride all day, you can't go wrong with a Titan. Seems good ones are rarer than the RD's as well. Just get used to kicking with your left leg...

Relic

I think I posted a pic of my purchase in this thread back on page 18.

BigDave75 · 11-18-2012, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motorrad

How have I missed the 2 stroke section this long?!

OMG that KX 500 with a plate is my dream bike!!!! I would surely be in prison in a week!

vernon dent · 12-02-2012, 04:24 PM

MiteyF · 12-02-2012, 05:06 PM

My newest smoker, purchased from the original owner's son.

'66 S32

enfielddnepr · 12-03-2012, 01:53 AM

I would like some serious travelling on my jawa 350 but wondering if i can get (the right-) 2 stroke oil in the countries i will pass through..

dhallilama · 12-03-2012, 09:17 AM

eh what the hell... it's a 2 stroke:

1977 Yamaha IT250
2004 YZ250f forks, lowered 4", revalved
19" front w/Mefo trials tire
18" rear w/ Pirelli M43 trials tire
Yamaha MX tank
One-off fiberglass seat cowl... not sure if its staying or not

It's got a fresh motor with a mildly ported '78 IT top end. Also have a '77 YZ top end & pipe but it's too peaky.
I've a bunch of other bikes/projects so this kinda gets tucked away at the back of the garage for months on end until i feel like working on it again.
It was mostly built to ride on the street... but i've been getting the bug to do hound/hare... have a 21" front with a Pirelli XCMS, fenders & comfy stock seat just in case.

barryadam · 12-11-2012, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BigDave75

OMG that KX 500 with a plate is my dream bike!!!! I would surely be in prison in a week!

Or you could be here....

Or here.....

Barry

Motorrad · 12-11-2012, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by barryadam

Or you could be here....

Or here.....

Barry

Where is that second picture?

The Pirate crowd doesnt like my Plated KX either...

11-08-2012, 08:27 AM	#676
TheRadBaron Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2010 Location: Central Illinois Oddometer: 321	"This DT400 is the dual sport equivalent to a YZ400..." Yeah right. A similar displacement 2-stroke engine does not a motocrosser make. I'm guess that the DT makes about half the horsepower of a YZ. What a dork. A weenie too, if the MIGHTY DT400 is too fast for him. I admit that I've never ridden one, but I understand that they're more akin to a tractor than a race bike. That's not a slam, either. I like tractor-like motorcycles. __________________ The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise. -Tacitus

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wvspike Adventurer Joined: Nov 2010 Location: morgantown west virginia Oddometer: 29	suzuki t350

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vernon dent Studly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2010 Location: apparently halfway to motorcycle hell Oddometer: 559	__________________ I only ride 'em. I don't know what makes 'em work. Oddball

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MiteyF Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2010 Location: As NW as the US gets Oddometer: 1,007	My newest smoker, purchased from the original owner's son. '66 S32 __________________ People tell me I have a motorcycle problem. I tell them, I may have problems, but motorcycles are the solution.

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996DL Buell me Joined: Aug 2006 Location: too far from the Rockies... Oddometer: 2,020	Two wins in the 500cc production class in the Isle of Man TT, 1970 and 1972 for the Suzuki T500. 996DL

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enfielddnepr Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2011 Location: Assen, Netherlands Oddometer: 114	I would like some serious travelling on my jawa 350 but wondering if i can get (the right-) 2 stroke oil in the countries i will pass through..

12-03-2012, 09:17 AM	#688
dhallilama Adventurer Joined: Apr 2012 Location: Portland, OR, USA Oddometer: 33	eh what the hell... it's a 2 stroke: 1977 Yamaha IT250 2004 YZ250f forks, lowered 4", revalved 19" front w/Mefo trials tire 18" rear w/ Pirelli M43 trials tire Yamaha MX tank One-off fiberglass seat cowl... not sure if its staying or not It's got a fresh motor with a mildly ported '78 IT top end. Also have a '77 YZ top end & pipe but it's too peaky. I've a bunch of other bikes/projects so this kinda gets tucked away at the back of the garage for months on end until i feel like working on it again. It was mostly built to ride on the street... but i've been getting the bug to do hound/hare... have a 21" front with a Pirelli XCMS, fenders & comfy stock seat just in case.