The XR250R Thread... - Page 102

wfopete · 01-24-2013, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Newner

So I raced in an a Enduro and my engine was cased in mud and the engine overheated scorching the full synthetic oil I had in the bike to the point it stunk. (see Below, Mud)

I would like to put a temp gauge on the bike but I do not want to spend the $40 on the dipstick gauge from XR's only. Does anyone have DIY fix for determining the temperature?

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I find it a little surprising that your XR is "overheated scorching the full synthetic oil" if everything is "right". I've raced my 86 model for years in muddy conditions and never had that problem. Ok, my bike is equipped with an OEM oil cooler. Still...maybe if your stuck in a 1st gear mud rut for 15 minutes it will get that hot. Maybe your jetting is too lean or your oil level was low?

Gotta love that Oklahoma red dirt, eh?

Newner · 01-24-2013, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wfopete

I find it a little surprising that your XR is "overheated scorching the full synthetic oil" if everything is "right". I've raced my 86 model for years in muddy conditions and never had that problem. Ok, my bike is equipped with an OEM oil cooler. Still...maybe if your stuck in a 1st gear mud rut for 15 minutes it will get that hot. Maybe your jetting is too lean or your oil level was low?

Gotta love that Oklahoma red dirt, eh?

I wasn't stuck, just moving about 3 mph in 1st gear, I was really tired and the mud was winning

It was my 2nd attempt at an enduro. The valves were out of adjustment as well contributing to the problem. That Red dirt is evil, stains everything...

JensEskildsen,

I have a friend with a XR400 who made the same recommendation, which is a good idea. I was wonder if someone has tapped into one of the oil lines or used some other means like a liquid crystal thermometer stuck on the frame.

Ash-7 · 01-24-2013, 08:51 AM

Hi Guys, I'm thinking of overhauling the engine and was wondering if you could suggest reputable online dealers who ship internationally and have a wide range of XR250 parts. Thanks

AC909 · 01-24-2013, 06:13 PM

I am searching for a Corbin or similar type seat for my 96 XR250R. If anyone has anything laying around please let me know. Of course, anything XR400 or 250R 96' and up will work. We are getting ready to do the next leg of our TAT trip and my stock seat is just too broken down. Thanks!

cjbiker · 01-24-2013, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by AC909

I am searching for a Corbin or similar type seat for my 96 XR250R. If anyone has anything laying around please let me know. Of course, anything XR400 or 250R 96' and up will work. We are getting ready to do the next leg of our TAT trip and my stock seat is just too broken down. Thanks!

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=856007

No relation to the seller, just a good deal I wish I had use for.

AC909 · 01-24-2013, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cjbiker

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=856007

No relation to the seller, just a good deal I wish I had use for.

I did see that thanks for the link. I am really looking for a complete swap out assembly.

calrider · 01-25-2013, 11:47 AM

Ice tires mounted. Check. Heated grips installed. Check. Tear up and down the frozen alley behind my house a few times. Check. Ready to hit the lake!!

wfopete · 01-27-2013, 03:34 AM

Ok, here is a EZ question (I hope) for you guys:

Where can I get the little owners manual for a 2001 XR250R.

Not a factory service manual but the one that comes with the bike???

ozarkrider · 01-27-2013, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wfopete

Ok, here is a EZ question (I hope) for you guys:

Where can I get the little owners manual for a 2001 XR250R.

Not a factory service manual but the one that comes with the bike???

Ebay would be a good start. And I've found that the dealer still has access to a lot of stuff like that.

Johnnyboxer · 01-27-2013, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wfopete

Ok, here is a EZ question (I hope) for you guys:

Where can I get the little owners manual for a 2001 XR250R.

Not a factory service manual but the one that comes with the bike???

Ebay or your local Honda dealer

wfopete · 01-27-2013, 05:56 PM

OK! Got the manual. Now for the next question:

What is the recommended jetting for a "uncorked" XR250R?

cjbiker · 01-27-2013, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wfopete

OK! Got the manual. Now for the next question:

What is the recommended jetting for a "uncorked" XR250R?

http://www.rickramsey.net/XR250R.htm

135/38 is a good start.

calrider · 01-29-2013, 02:32 PM

It took a bit of work to get the ice tires fitted so they wouldn't destroy the swingarm and muffler, but is it ever worth it!

tjrockit · 02-03-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by calrider

It took a bit of work to get the ice tires fitted so they wouldn't destroy the swingarm and muffler, but is it ever worth it!

Looks like excellent fun!! Crazy Canadians

calrider · 02-04-2013, 10:52 AM

A couple more shots of my little XR on the ice:

01-24-2013, 08:51 AM	#1518
Ash-7 Adventurer Joined: Nov 2011 Location: Nairobi, Kenya Oddometer: 20	XR online dealers... Hi Guys, I'm thinking of overhauling the engine and was wondering if you could suggest reputable online dealers who ship internationally and have a wide range of XR250 parts. Thanks

01-24-2013, 06:13 PM	#1519
AC909 Great Job! Joined: Oct 2009 Location: Bloomington, IN USA Oddometer: 461	I am searching for a Corbin or similar type seat for my 96 XR250R. If anyone has anything laying around please let me know. Of course, anything XR400 or 250R 96' and up will work. We are getting ready to do the next leg of our TAT trip and my stock seat is just too broken down. Thanks! __________________ "Look what you did you little jerk" A CT175 & XR250R Do A Few States of the TAT http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=827855

01-25-2013, 11:47 AM	#1522
calrider I'm Lost Too!! Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Calgary, Canada Oddometer: 673	Ice tires mounted. Check. Heated grips installed. Check. Tear up and down the frozen alley behind my house a few times. Check. Ready to hit the lake!! __________________ Some of my other ride reports! A little ride up Mt. Fisher in the Canadian Rockies......... XR250 Multi-Day Cdn Rockies back country solo. Snow, Fall Colours and Altitude in the Cdn Rockies........Colombia 2-Up on a 200cc China Bike My Work: Team Building, Facilitation and Leadership Training.

01-27-2013, 03:34 AM	#1523
wfopete Suffer Fools; Gladly! Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Somewhere North of Dover, AR Oddometer: 318	Ok, here is a EZ question (I hope) for you guys: Where can I get the little owners manual for a 2001 XR250R. Not a factory service manual but the one that comes with the bike??? __________________ *Suffer Fools; Gladly!*

01-27-2013, 05:56 PM	#1526
wfopete Suffer Fools; Gladly! Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Somewhere North of Dover, AR Oddometer: 318	OK! Got the manual. Now for the next question: What is the recommended jetting for a "uncorked" XR250R? __________________ *Suffer Fools; Gladly!*

01-29-2013, 02:32 PM	#1528
calrider I'm Lost Too!! Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Calgary, Canada Oddometer: 673	Another way to have fun with your XR250 It took a bit of work to get the ice tires fitted so they wouldn't destroy the swingarm and muffler, but is it ever worth it! __________________ Some of my other ride reports! A little ride up Mt. Fisher in the Canadian Rockies......... XR250 Multi-Day Cdn Rockies back country solo. Snow, Fall Colours and Altitude in the Cdn Rockies........Colombia 2-Up on a 200cc China Bike My Work: Team Building, Facilitation and Leadership Training.

02-04-2013, 10:52 AM	#1530
calrider I'm Lost Too!! Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Calgary, Canada Oddometer: 673	Icy XR250 A couple more shots of my little XR on the ice: __________________ Some of my other ride reports! A little ride up Mt. Fisher in the Canadian Rockies......... XR250 Multi-Day Cdn Rockies back country solo. Snow, Fall Colours and Altitude in the Cdn Rockies........Colombia 2-Up on a 200cc China Bike My Work: Team Building, Facilitation and Leadership Training.

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