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Forum: Thumpers 05-14-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By MKJ
Spark plug gap was the culprit.

Spark plug gap was the culprit.
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
You are overdue. Major rebuild @ 90 hrs. is...

You are overdue. Major rebuild @ 90 hrs. is recommended.
Forum: Thumpers 05-12-2013, 05:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By MKJ
Not it. Thanks though. It's the stumbling and...

Not it. Thanks though. It's the stumbling and flat power after backing off the throttle that is the real symptom. Not concerned with a a little backfiring. That should be corrected with a mixture...
Forum: Thumpers 05-11-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By MKJ
Are my symptoms indicative of timing off? Cam has...

Are my symptoms indicative of timing off? Cam has new bearings and was checked for wear. Timing chain tensioner is something I have not considered. The bike ran great before the work was done. It...
Forum: Thumpers 05-10-2013, 09:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By MKJ
The carb was rebuilt by Dave Hopkins. I have two...

The carb was rebuilt by Dave Hopkins. I have two of these bikes. I placed the stock carb from my other bike on it while I was waiting for Dave to rebuild the carb from this bike, and it behaved the...
Forum: Thumpers 05-10-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Pete, I think I'm way off on mixture. I thought...

Pete, I think I'm way off on mixture. I thought this might be the case. I have played with it and just don't have a solid starting point.
Forum: Thumpers 05-10-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By MKJ
Nuke it

Nuke it
Forum: Thumpers 04-24-2013, 10:22 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
My fan kicks on at 190. 180 should be a normal...

My fan kicks on at 190. 180 should be a normal operating temp.
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
No

No
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 08:53 AM
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Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
1mm over sized intake valves, relieved and polish...

1mm over sized intake valves, relieved and polish chamber to unshroud valves.
Forum: Thumpers 04-17-2013, 07:41 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Has anyone done any head upgrades to their 525? I...

Has anyone done any head upgrades to their 525? I just did, and replace the top end. Strong, but popping and snorting. Jetting issues, possibly?
Forum: Ride reports 04-11-2013, 07:54 PM
Replies: 1,052
Views: 440,525
Posted By MKJ
Sorry, just an observation. I'm totally envious...

Sorry, just an observation. I'm totally envious of their trip of a lifetime. I love that part of C.A. and wouldn't miss it. Carry on.
Forum: Ride reports 04-10-2013, 09:36 PM
Replies: 1,052
Views: 440,525
Posted By MKJ
Wow. Blew right through Nicaragua and Costa Rica?...

Wow. Blew right through Nicaragua and Costa Rica? Great trip, but maybe want to slow it down a bit. You missed two beautiful countries.
Forum: Thumpers 03-30-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
I run 95/260 on my EXC, 95/250 on my MXC. Set...

I run 95/260 on my EXC, 95/250 on my MXC. Set preload according to final weight with gear. I weigh 205 lbs.
Forum: Thumpers 03-29-2013, 11:29 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Nice set up.^^^^^^^^^ Looks a lot like mine....

Nice set up.^^^^^^^^^
Looks a lot like mine. I'm heading down on Tuesday. Not for a month though.
Forum: Equipment 03-25-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 1,622
Views: 637,784
Posted By MKJ
Put them into a piece of fuel line.:evil

Put them into a piece of fuel line.:evil
Forum: Thumpers 03-25-2013, 10:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 559
Posted By MKJ
The intermediate gear is the one that has lost...

The intermediate gear is the one that has lost teeth. Pull the clutch and you can get to the clip that holds it on. Replace the gear with another. There are other options you can do, but this is the...
Forum: Australia 03-14-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,559
Posted By MKJ
I hope that was your wife's bike you moved for...

I hope that was your wife's bike you moved for her.

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Forum: Thumpers 03-08-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
I appreciate the advice. I asked. The more I dig...

I appreciate the advice. I asked. The more I dig into this bike I just bought, the more I realize some people are just lazy pigs. This bike looked super clean and no visible damage. As I tear it...
Forum: Thumpers 03-07-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Don't use those on the highway. Tubliss is a good...

Don't use those on the highway. Tubliss is a good way to go. Some people have issues with the system, but we use them and are Baja proven.
Forum: Thumpers 03-07-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Pirelli MT43. Yes, it's a trials tire. DOT...

Pirelli MT43. Yes, it's a trials tire. DOT approved, long lasting and hooks up like a mofo in most conditions.
Pirelli MT16 for the front. I love this combo.
Forum: Thumpers 03-07-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
That would be great. Thanks!

That would be great. Thanks!
Forum: Thumpers 03-06-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Looking for a stock skid plate. Anyone have a...

Looking for a stock skid plate. Anyone have a take off they want to sell?
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 08:43 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
It's an '05

It's an '05
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Found an issue with the 525 MXC I just bought....

Found an issue with the 525 MXC I just bought. Put a battery on it and a nasty grinding sound from the starter. Starter is fine but the gear wheel inside the case that engages with the starter has...
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 01:58 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Gonna have to float the ground.

Gonna have to float the ground.
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Does anyone know if a '05 525 MXC has AC or DC...

Does anyone know if a '05 525 MXC has AC or DC output from the stator? No headlight, so I'm assuming DC. I want to add an LED headlight.
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Thanks. I knew I could count on ADV!

Thanks. I knew I could count on ADV!
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 09:59 AM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Valve job

Looking for someone in California I can send my head to to have new stainless valves installed. Who's good?
Forum: Racing 01-19-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,409
Posted By MKJ
Kurt has shown what he's made of. I misjudged...

Kurt has shown what he's made of. I misjudged him. He will be a force to be reckoned with in the future at Dakar.
Forum: Racing 12-23-2012, 11:16 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,409
Posted By MKJ
Great rider. Replacement for Coma? Not even...

Great rider. Replacement for Coma? Not even close. Doubt he will even finish.
Forum: Equipment 12-23-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 1,622
Views: 637,784
Posted By MKJ
Tire plugs. You need 6 ply tires for them to...

Tire plugs. You need 6 ply tires for them to work. Bridgestone ED77 (front) and ED78 (rear) work well. This is proven, not theory.
Forum: Thumpers 12-21-2012, 01:22 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
I use a Seat Concepts seat on my '05 525 EXC....

I use a Seat Concepts seat on my '05 525 EXC. Best seat ever. Comfy for 1,200 grueling Baja mile this year (didn't sit much though). Tried EE and not even close to SC comfort. If you guys are using...
Forum: The Garage 12-03-2012, 09:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,170
Posted By MKJ
I would not be able to designate the new...

I would not be able to designate the new scratches from the old ones. You mean everyones rims aren't scratched and dented like mine? How do you keep that from happening?
Forum: Ride reports 11-12-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By MKJ
Confused. How did you report on a ride that has...

Confused. How did you report on a ride that has not happened yet? November 26-30 has not happened. That's the week I'll be in Baja.

Stop trying to steer the bike in the sand. Very light grip, hug...
Forum: Thumpers 11-07-2012, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4,664
Views: 872,141
Posted By MKJ
Did the "float the ground" mod myself, TT R/R. X2...

Did the "float the ground" mod myself, TT R/R. X2 Eclipse HID, fan, GPS with no issues. Baja proven.
Forum: Ride reports 10-25-2012, 07:15 PM
Replies: 1,385
Views: 235,714
Posted By MKJ
You've experienced more America than most...

You've experienced more America than most Americans. Looks like a trip of a lifetime.
Forum: Ride reports 09-29-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 1,385
Views: 235,714
Posted By MKJ
Love the tree pictures. I've got many from...

Love the tree pictures. I've got many from traveling to NZ of Tane Mahuta in the Waipoa Forest.
Forum: Vendors 09-05-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 26,215
Posted By MKJ
Why did you not contact paypal with a claim?

Why did you not contact paypal with a claim?
Forum: Equipment 06-24-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,775
Posted By MKJ
and........................................???????...

and........................................????????????
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