The CRF250L Owners thread

[yyz]

[QUOTE][It is a public forum so my suggestion would be to put us on ignore. Then you can live with the misinformation and still believe you are above reproach./QUOTE]

Or you could go and annoy people in another thread

[Lost Rider]

Originally Posted by gaw777

Lost Rider,

About how long did it take to do the whole job, not counting running to the Honda shop. Thanks for the write up and pix, it helps.

It took a couple of hours to get it apart and measure all 4 valves, but I was taking photos, writing as I went, having wine, etc.
Took about a half hour to put it back together. I should be able to do it much faster next time.



Apparently I put it all back together correctly, the bike's running good and performed very well on local single track, the Ortega Trail.

Go LRP!



-Finn

[MentalGuru]

[QUOTE=yyz;20257955]

[It is a public forum so my suggestion would be to put us on ignore. Then you can live with the misinformation and still believe you are above reproach./QUOTE]

Or you could go and annoy people in another thread

Why? Its a public forum I can post in this thread and anywhere else I want already...

Would you rather have correctly answers that are easy to fully understand or have partial answers that are lacking informaton other inmates might like and appreciate???

I have contributed more accurate and helpful informaton on this forum then you have... Does that bother you for some reason?

You weren't even able to quote a simple post...

Nobody is forcing you to read my posts. You could simply scroll past them and not read it.


Just because a spirited debate happens doesn't mean it's hate. People are allowed to have different views, questions and opinions. Use your post as an example.


Your response seems to be the one that contains hate.

Peace Out

[MentalGuru]

Originally Posted by Lost Rider

It took a couple of hours to get it apart and measure all 4 valves, but I was taking photos, writing as I went, having wine, etc.
Took about a half hour to put it back together. I should be able to do it much faster next time.

Apparently I put it all back together correctly, the bike's running good and performed very well on local single track, the Ortega Trail.

Go LRP!


-Finn

Nice. That seems like a simple job and one that shouldn't need to be done very often either.

Nancy seems to be doing great. My wife has fear issues so I doubt she will do most of the trails your wife does. My son will thou.

That sure looks fun and your photos are great quality.

[TwilightZone]

How do you like the DeLorme 'In Reach' unit ?

[CRFSoCal]

Thank you Finn for your write up. Where can i get the service manual you used?

[SAPB]

For those of us running Sta-Bil, a standard prescription medication bottle filled 1/4" from the top holds 10 tsp (49.28 ml), and just tucks in the "toolbox" compartment if you lift up on the plastic a bit. Not sure if the ethanol treatment formula is compatible with that plastic or not, I only run the original fuel stabilizer. I left it tipped over to see if it would leak, and it didn't. And before Rumpleguruskin can comment, I doubt it would be compatible with toluene.

[MentalGuru]

Originally Posted by CRFSoCal

Thank you Finn for your write up. Where can i get the service manual you used?

Honda. The factory sevice manual is the one to have and use.


Rumpleguruskin....

[SugarDust]

Originally Posted by MentalGuru

Honda. The factory sevice manual is the one to have and use.

Actually Honda directs you to Helm and I had to call to order it (1-888-292-5393) it wasn't on the web site when I ordered it so I had to talk to a rep. The information to order one is in the owners manual in the section entitled 'Authorized Manuals' (pg 113) the p/n is 61KZZ00

[MentalGuru]

Originally Posted by SugarDust

Actually Honda directs you to Helm and I had to call to order it (1-888-292-5393) it wasn't on the web site when I ordered it so I had to talk to a rep. The information to order one is in the owners manual in the section entitled 'Authorized Manuals' (pg 113) the p/n is 61KZZ00

Thanks for the info.

My dealer will order one for you(from Helm I would bet). You skipped the middle man and went to the source(the printer)... Sweet!

[SugarDust]

Originally Posted by MentalGuru

Thanks for the info.

My dealer will order one for you(from Helm I would bet). You skipped the middle man and went to the source(the printer)... Sweet!

yes a dealer would do that, never gave any thought as to skipping a middle man or whatever as the owner manual directs one to order from Helm, - if you're gonna make a phone call, just make one to Helm

besides i believe that i was among the very first purchasers of bike in colorado (ramz might have been the first) and the dealer was pretty limited as to knowldge, parts etc about the bike in fact I don't think you could get the manual when i bought it....

[Lost Rider]

Originally Posted by CRFSoCal

Thank you Finn for your write up. Where can i get the service manual you used?

Thanks!

I ordered the service manual at time of purchase from my local Honda dealer, took about a week to get it.

Originally Posted by TwilightZone

How do you like the DeLorme 'In Reach' unit ?

Well... my SPOT Connect is currently for sale in the FM.



Used it on my recent Baja 1000 pre-run solo ride for two way communication, works just as advertised, the iOS app interface is great to use too. I'm happy with it, the service plan is pricey, but two way communication from anywhere when I'm riding alone is good insurance and comforting for my family. For me and how I like to ride the cost is worth it.


To stay back on topic...

[Road Dirt]

For those of you who are having difficulty changing the rear sprocket because of stripped bolts you might want to try this option? I was recently forwarded an email about products to help remove the seized studs on my car's turbo charger. This email suggests one of the best products out there is Liquid Wrench however make your own mind up as I have no vested interest, I'm just saying...

*Penetrating oils ........... Average torque load to loosen*
No Oil used ................... 516 pounds
WD-40 ..................... ... 238 pounds
PB Blaster .................... 214 pounds
Liquid Wrench ...............127 pounds
Kano Kroil .................... 106 pounds
ATF*-Acetone mix............53 pounds


The ATF and Acetone mix was 50/50.

[izzyblue]

Hi Fellas,

My name is Nancy and I'm the very proud owner of this LRP
It's perfect for me..... Perfect size.... Perfect power... Now I just have to trust it , stand up and stay on the throttle!
As you can see, I'm not the only one enjoying it...

Thank you Finn for getting it all ready for me and saving us lots of money...... Especially during the holidays! You never know what one might find in our living room at any given time

Thanks everyone for the kind words, much appreciated.

Merry Christmas ...... Happy Holidays...

~ Nancy

[MentalGuru]

Originally Posted by izzyblue

Hi Fellas,

My name is Nancy and I'm the very proud owner of this LRP
It's perfect for me..... Perfect size.... Perfect power... Now I just have to trust it , stand up and stay on the throttle!
As you can see, I'm not the only one enjoying it...

Thank you Finn for getting it all ready for me and saving us lots of money...... Especially during the holidays! You never know what one might find in our living room at any given time

Thanks everyone for the kind words, much appreciated.

Merry Christmas ...... Happy Holidays...

~ Nancy

Welcome.

It almost seems like you've been here for some time now.