The CRF250L Owners thread - Page 149

SAPB · 01-16-2013, 10:16 AM

Glad our LRP is running good, a man or a woman could go crazy trying to figure this out.

Fixed.

Spud Rider · 01-16-2013, 12:28 PM

Here's a nice video which demonstrates some good, general tips for changing the drive chain and both sprockets. In particular, note the good information starting at the 4:29 time mark regarding the correct way to loosen and tighten the rear sprocket bolts for the CRF250L.

Spud

SugarDust · 01-16-2013, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SAPB

Glad our LRP is running good, a woman could go crazy trying to figure this out.

Fixed.

+1

SAPB · 01-16-2013, 01:35 PM

+1 This showed how removing the bolts, while just holding the allen in place works better. I think Ramz said 20/20 hindsight, this would have worked better. Some of us like to do this stuff our on our own, and get a better understanding of what is going on with our bikes, in case "stuff" happens miles away from where anybody can help. I am thinking of doing the 13/42 like Sugardust has, and while I'm at it, do the Tubliss conversion. Still hopes of actually riding here, I would rather do the conversion and check the air pressure, then wait 24 hours and check again, before slapping the wheels back on. If I get 3 days where I can't ride, that would probably be the time. I only did that once to fix a flat, put it all back together, then it's flat the next day. You get better at stuff the 2nd time around, live and learn.

Harcomo · 01-16-2013, 02:11 PM

Yeah, that was a good video. Just how much force is required to break loose the nut on the back of the sprocket bolts on a 250L? Do I need to hire a gorilla or if done properly by two people like in the video, can it be done with standard tools (no cheater bars, pipes over wrenches, etc.)? I wouldn't mind a 42T rear sprocket, but some of the horror stories about rear sprocket removal on here have kinda steered me clear of it so far.

JRNASTY · 01-16-2013, 03:10 PM

Rear sprocket removal was pretty easy. Like 10 min including wheel removal!

Not sure if the photos uploaded but a socket wrench with Allen key attachment in on hand and wrench in other.

SugarDust · 01-16-2013, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harcomo

Yeah, that was a good video. Just how much force is required to break loose the nut on the back of the sprocket bolts on a 250L? Do I need to hire a gorilla or if done properly by two people like in the video, can it be done with standard tools (no cheater bars, pipes over wrenches, etc.)? I wouldn't mind a 42T rear sprocket, but some of the horror stories about rear sprocket removal on here have kinda steered me clear of it so far.

you can do it without a cheater bar - I did it, and while i was one who had a a problem with the rear sprocket bolts, my dealer took them out for cheap, then I just replaced them all with XR650L bolts (at the time you couldn't get the rear bolts you probably can now)

Spud Rider · 01-16-2013, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harcomo

Yeah, that was a good video. Just how much force is required to break loose the nut on the back of the sprocket bolts on a 250L? Do I need to hire a gorilla or if done properly by two people like in the video, can it be done with standard tools (no cheater bars, pipes over wrenches, etc.)? I wouldn't mind a 42T rear sprocket, but some of the horror stories about rear sprocket removal on here have kinda steered me clear of it so far.

Rear sprocket removal is a one-man operation for my Honda XR650L. However, I don't know how tightly Honda is torquing the rear sprocket bolts on the CRF250L.

Even if the first sprocket removal is difficult, you shouldn't have further problems if you follow the proper technique demonstrated in the video.

I use a short, T-handle, Allen wrench and a short, box end wrench to perform the procedure. You don't need to torque the bolts very tight; just snug them up, as demonstrated in the video.

Spud

Harcomo · 01-16-2013, 04:19 PM

OK, thanks for the encouragement JR, Sugardust and Spud Rider! What rear sprockets are you folks using....I've seen the one's from Sprocket Center....JT's and Superlite. The Superlite 42T looks interesting. Also, CRF's Only has rear sprockets in 42T listed as well but don't state what brand it is. I assume it looks like the one in the picture?

http://www.crfsonly.com/catalog/prod...oducts_id/4743

Also, refresh my memory that the stock chain works with a 13/42 setup and no other mods to the chain guides, etc., right??

Krono · 01-16-2013, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spud Rider

Rear sprocket removal is a one-man operation for my Honda XR650L. However, I don't know how tightly Honda is torquing the rear sprocket bolts on the CRF250L.
...
Spud

Mine were torqued as hell, but i was warned.
I did it alone as follow : unlocked all the nuts when the wheel still in place with my foot, standing all my weight on the 17mm ring wrench. 1st gear should be engaged to prevent wheel spinning, too.

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NesquikNinja · 01-16-2013, 04:42 PM

Anyone know which K&N oil filter this bike takes..? I've seen some say KN-111 and others KN-112.

13Moose-man · 01-16-2013, 04:57 PM

Hopefully this works, first time posting pics. I've been wanting to install my Emperor Racing skid plate but it has been really cold out. Today I figured the hell with it I've been waiting long enough, time to get it on. Install went well. Front and back use brackets to mount the plate to so it takes a little bit of time getting it lined up properly. Other than that everything looks good, should provide decent protection.

JRNASTY · 01-16-2013, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harcomo

OK, thanks for the encouragement JR, Sugardust and Spud Rider! What rear sprockets are you folks using....I've seen the one's from Sprocket Center....JT's and Superlite. The Superlite 42T looks interesting. Also, CRF's Only has rear sprockets in 42T listed as well but don't state what brand it is. I assume it looks like the one in the picture?

http://www.crfsonly.com/catalog/prod...oducts_id/4743

Also, refresh my memory that the stock chain works with a 13/42 setup and no other mods to the chain guides, etc., right??

I got the 42 PBI sprocket from CRFs Only, its Aluminum and slightly lighter than the stock. I used the stock bolts and got a 13 up front. Haven't tried it out yet because its been raining here. 13 alone was a huge help on steep trails, excited to see how the 42 performs.

JRNASTY · 01-16-2013, 05:34 PM

Emperor skid plate looks nice, I like how the coverage goes between the down tubes. Looks light as well. i have The ricochet plate and found that leaves a gap there so it constantly picks up mud and leaves off the trail.

Jinksy · 01-16-2013, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRNASTY

Rear sprocket removal was pretty easy. Like 10 min including wheel removal!

Not sure if the photos uploaded but a socket wrench with Allen key attachment in on hand and wrench in other.

What are you doing to the bike?

01-16-2013, 10:16 AM	#2221
SAPB Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Rhode Island Oddometer: 354	Glad our LRP is running good, a man or a woman could go crazy trying to figure this out. Fixed. __________________ CRF250L, always cleaned while it's raining C14

01-16-2013, 12:28 PM	#2222
Spud Rider Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Idaho Oddometer: 2,942	Here's a nice video which demonstrates some good, general tips for changing the drive chain and both sprockets. In particular, note the good information starting at the 4:29 time mark regarding the correct way to loosen and tighten the rear sprocket bolts for the CRF250L. Spud __________________ 2005 XR650L: Shorai Battery Relocation, Spud Oil Cooler, XR650R C/S Sprocket, Reinforced Subframe, Chain Slipper Roller, Performance Design Lowering Link, Baja Designs Headlight, FMF Hi-Flo Header, ManRacks SD Rack, CST Surge I Front Tire, D952 Rear Tire, Tusk D-Flex Handguards, Uni Air Filter, No-Toil Evolution air filter oil

01-16-2013, 01:35 PM	#2224
SAPB Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Rhode Island Oddometer: 354	Spud, great post +1 This showed how removing the bolts, while just holding the allen in place works better. I think Ramz said 20/20 hindsight, this would have worked better. Some of us like to do this stuff our on our own, and get a better understanding of what is going on with our bikes, in case "stuff" happens miles away from where anybody can help. I am thinking of doing the 13/42 like Sugardust has, and while I'm at it, do the Tubliss conversion. Still hopes of actually riding here, I would rather do the conversion and check the air pressure, then wait 24 hours and check again, before slapping the wheels back on. If I get 3 days where I can't ride, that would probably be the time. I only did that once to fix a flat, put it all back together, then it's flat the next day. You get better at stuff the 2nd time around, live and learn. __________________ CRF250L, always cleaned while it's raining C14 SAPB screwed with this post 01-16-2013 at 02:00 PM

01-16-2013, 02:11 PM	#2225
Harcomo Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Missouri Oddometer: 94	Sprocket change Yeah, that was a good video. Just how much force is required to break loose the nut on the back of the sprocket bolts on a 250L? Do I need to hire a gorilla or if done properly by two people like in the video, can it be done with standard tools (no cheater bars, pipes over wrenches, etc.)? I wouldn't mind a 42T rear sprocket, but some of the horror stories about rear sprocket removal on here have kinda steered me clear of it so far.

01-16-2013, 04:19 PM	#2229
Harcomo Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Missouri Oddometer: 94	Rear Sprocket OK, thanks for the encouragement JR, Sugardust and Spud Rider! What rear sprockets are you folks using....I've seen the one's from Sprocket Center....JT's and Superlite. The Superlite 42T looks interesting. Also, CRF's Only has rear sprockets in 42T listed as well but don't state what brand it is. I assume it looks like the one in the picture? http://www.crfsonly.com/catalog/prod...oducts_id/4743 Also, refresh my memory that the stock chain works with a 13/42 setup and no other mods to the chain guides, etc., right??

01-16-2013, 03:10 PM	#2226
JRNASTY Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: King George, Va Oddometer: 39	Rear sprocket removal was pretty easy. Like 10 min including wheel removal! Not sure if the photos uploaded but a socket wrench with Allen key attachment in on hand and wrench in other.

01-16-2013, 04:57 PM	#2232
13Moose-man Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Location: Central Maine Oddometer: 35	Hopefully this works, first time posting pics. I've been wanting to install my Emperor Racing skid plate but it has been really cold out. Today I figured the hell with it I've been waiting long enough, time to get it on. Install went well. Front and back use brackets to mount the plate to so it takes a little bit of time getting it lined up properly. Other than that everything looks good, should provide decent protection.

01-16-2013, 05:34 PM	#2234
JRNASTY Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: King George, Va Oddometer: 39	Emperor skid plate looks nice, I like how the coverage goes between the down tubes. Looks light as well. i have The ricochet plate and found that leaves a gap there so it constantly picks up mud and leaves off the trail.

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