The CRF250L Owners thread - Page 61

ramz · 11-12-2012, 09:35 AM

>"On the Q4 Hex, I removed the bolt that holds the spark arrestor/insert in place and tried to remove the assembly. It wouldn't budge."

TwilightZone:
(I have a WR250R, not a Honda, but I think the FMF pipe stuff is the same.)
Didn't have an issue with removing the spark arrestor from mine. A small screwdriver inserted around the spark arrestor edge/exhaust pipe/edge usually works (probably with a hammer).

I don't see a way to get a screwdriver in here anywhere. Nothing sticks out - it's all flush. And very tight fitting, no gaps at all.

siyeh · 11-12-2012, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frog13

Anyone ride the 250L that has a 29 inch inseam and can flat foot?- ( I know, flat footing isn't everything....to some!)- to me it does mean something!. TIA

30 inch inseam

200 lbs

I can flatfoot one and ball of the foot the other

frog13 · 11-12-2012, 01:00 PM

[QUOTE=roundtripping;20024052]I have a 29" inseam and you won't be able to flat foot on either side, let alone both.[/QUO

Oh well, doesn't hurt to ask!. Thanks for the honest answer.

frog13 · 11-12-2012, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by siyeh

30 inch inseam

200 lbs

I can flatfoot one and ball of the foot the other

Thanks for the info!.

Wargasm · 11-12-2012, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yyz

After spending the first 500kms on the road, I finally got out of the city with a friend and hit some dirt roads and two tracks trails. I was riding the bike hard and emptied the tank twice in less than 250 kms, about half of that was riding hard in the dirt and gravel.

When I rode on the street I figured I'd be good for back country exploring as I was getting 180kms out of a tank, but ride the bike hard and it really sucks back the gas. My guess is riding hard, you would have a hard time getting 100kms/60 miles out of a tank.

If a aftermarket tank does not come out, I am going to have to find some way of carrying some extra gas.

Other than that, the bike really comes alive off the pavement, doesn't feel at all like the same bike.

I thinkn the hard charging crap fuel economyu while pushing it is down to the smaller engine. It only makes 20hp thereabouts. pushing it mena sshe's working hard all the rtime and drinking the gas. I'm with you on the Aftermarket tanks, need one sharpish.

ramz · 11-12-2012, 05:28 PM

Quote:

If a aftermarket tank does not come out, I am going to have to find some way of carrying some extra gas.

Quote:

I'm with you on the Aftermarket tanks, need one sharpish.

In the meantime, carry an extra gallon+ this way:

http://rickramsey.net/CRF250Lmods.htm#mojavi

Rider1 · 11-12-2012, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yyz

If a aftermarket tank does not come out, I am going to have to find some way of carrying some extra gas.

Another option from post #745 on this thread: I use this method also. Not sure if it's okay to post a link to the rack manufacturer?

helipilot650l · 11-12-2012, 08:17 PM

Great looking scoots.

DirtyBlackIrish · 11-12-2012, 08:21 PM

Got the first one from my local dealer. No mods but just ordered a rear rack. Will post when I get it hooked up. I am completely new to riding. I have about 1500 on it so far and other than the MSC, that is pretty much my experience to date. I found it easy to ride from the get go. Single track on day four. On road is outstanding and off-road the same. Only time I get weird is on the gravel roads. Seems to float for lack of a better description. Trails are a BLAST. I am on the balls of my feet and I am 200 5'9'. No complaints at all. Plan to do some light touring and camping and am really liking the look of the wolfman stuff. I have a Arai XD-3 for off-road riding but use a Nolan N43E Trilogy for day to day and combo riding. Commuting 17 miles each way even in 38 degree weather and with some cheap Cycle Gear Bilt jacket and pants and have had no problem with cold or rain. Thinking about grips, bars, hand guards, mirrors, electrical socket and GPS mount, etc...

G19Tony · 11-12-2012, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rider1

Another option from post #745 on this thread: I use this method also. Not sure if it's okay to post a link to the rack manufacturer?

I'm sure Mike wouldn't mind. He's on here too.

Rider1 · 11-12-2012, 09:03 PM

Here's a link to Manracks: http://www.manracks.com/master#!__ma...a-crf250l-rack

The utility rack has the option of mounting a Roto-Pax fuel, water or storage container/s on it. Cool stuff !! And I hope lot's more coming.

Dave

Kevinsterner · 11-12-2012, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed@Ford

DON'T spend the $20 on the black bash plate that will get pitted and look like hell, but DO spend the $20 that seat concepts want to install the cover

I installed my seat concepts seat and it was pretty easy. If you don't have a power stapler, get one. I have the skid plate, hand guards but the seat was the best money I spent. It is wonderful. Took a 120 mile trip and no problems.

CRFSoCal · 11-12-2012, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ramz

>"On the Q4 Hex, I removed the bolt that holds the spark arrestor/insert in place and tried to remove the assembly. It wouldn't budge."

TwilightZone:
(I have a WR250R, not a Honda, but I think the FMF pipe stuff is the same.)
Didn't have an issue with removing the spark arrestor from mine. A small screwdriver inserted around the spark arrestor edge/exhaust pipe/edge usually works (probably with a hammer).

I don't see a way to get a screwdriver in here anywhere. Nothing sticks out - it's all flush. And very tight fitting, no gaps at all.

Hmmm that is not good. I was hoping it was removable

Crafty_D · 11-13-2012, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wargasm

I thinkn the hard charging crap fuel economyu while pushing it is down to the smaller engine. It only makes 20hp thereabouts. pushing it mena sshe's working hard all the rtime and drinking the gas. I'm with you on the Aftermarket tanks, need one sharpish.

Yeah I agree, it does empty the 7ltrs quickly... lol because its fun, you ride along and before you know it down to one stipe which is still 1.5lt as I understand. And when you check youve done 150km. So in a way you dont notice how far you have gone. I would a love a little 13lt tank. That would be awesome.

In a warm climate 35 degrees + would you use 15W40 or 15w50? From stock they put in 15w40.

DirtyBlackIrish · 11-13-2012, 09:28 AM

Any consensus on best 50/50 tires for this bike? I'm still on the stock ones which are good I expect (no experience). They don't really seem that good in the wet on hardball.

11-12-2012, 08:17 PM	#908
helipilot650l Sweet!!!!!! Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Medford, Or Oddometer: 137	Great looking scoots. __________________ When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.

11-12-2012, 08:21 PM	#909
DirtyBlackIrish Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2012 Location: Washington State Oddometer: 148	My CRF250L Got the first one from my local dealer. No mods but just ordered a rear rack. Will post when I get it hooked up. I am completely new to riding. I have about 1500 on it so far and other than the MSC, that is pretty much my experience to date. I found it easy to ride from the get go. Single track on day four. On road is outstanding and off-road the same. Only time I get weird is on the gravel roads. Seems to float for lack of a better description. Trails are a BLAST. I am on the balls of my feet and I am 200 5'9'. No complaints at all. Plan to do some light touring and camping and am really liking the look of the wolfman stuff. I have a Arai XD-3 for off-road riding but use a Nolan N43E Trilogy for day to day and combo riding. Commuting 17 miles each way even in 38 degree weather and with some cheap Cycle Gear Bilt jacket and pants and have had no problem with cold or rain. Thinking about grips, bars, hand guards, mirrors, electrical socket and GPS mount, etc... DirtyBlackIrish screwed with this post 11-13-2012 at 09:20 AM Reason: Obviously need to figure out the whole photo thing, hahahaha. Second edit, fingers crossed!, Third, forth, ...apparently for

11-12-2012, 09:03 PM	#911
Rider1 Ridin' Dave Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Las Vegas Oddometer: 133	Here's a link to Manracks: http://www.manracks.com/master#!__ma...a-crf250l-rack The utility rack has the option of mounting a Roto-Pax fuel, water or storage container/s on it. Cool stuff !! And I hope lot's more coming. Dave __________________ '11 Beta 450RR Sold '13 CRF250L... Sold '11 'Berg FE570S .. Sold

11-13-2012, 09:28 AM	#915
DirtyBlackIrish Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2012 Location: Washington State Oddometer: 148	Tires? Any consensus on best 50/50 tires for this bike? I'm still on the stock ones which are good I expect (no experience). They don't really seem that good in the wet on hardball. __________________ Semper Fidelis

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11-12-2012, 09:35 AM	#901
ramz Professional Trail Rider Joined: Dec 2006 Location: Salida, CO Oddometer: 1,719	>"On the Q4 Hex, I removed the bolt that holds the spark arrestor/insert in place and tried to remove the assembly. It wouldn't budge." TwilightZone: (I have a WR250R, not a Honda, but I think the FMF pipe stuff is the same.) Didn't have an issue with removing the spark arrestor from mine. A small screwdriver inserted around the spark arrestor edge/exhaust pipe/edge usually works (probably with a hammer). I don't see a way to get a screwdriver in here anywhere. Nothing sticks out - it's all flush. And very tight fitting, no gaps at all.

11-12-2012, 01:00 PM	#903
frog13 Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: SW Ohio Oddometer: 997	[QUOTE=roundtripping;20024052]I have a 29" inseam and you won't be able to flat foot on either side, let alone both.[/QUO Oh well, doesn't hurt to ask!. Thanks for the honest answer.