the DR650 thread

[NordieBoy]

Originally Posted by Adv Grifter

...once you shit yourself three times in the first mile.

If you really want to shit yourself. Try with a 3m rope...

Neverafuckingain

[kobukan]

[QUOTE=badactor101;18289277]

Originally Posted by Tracker2

Can the barkbusters attach whilst leaving the weighted bar ends?

I just took mine off. Most hand guards mount to the end of the bars the same way - I'm sure it could be done if you really wanted to.

[BergDonk]

Putting a tube in the line is a great help too, takes some of the jerking out of the process, especially on the trail. Should be one of the towee's as it may not be any good as a tube afterwards. Front 21s are good. Can be zip tied to the peg, or looped around the forks for a central pull which is not too bad. Definitely hook up on a peg on the towing bike. Attaching it up high on the tower makes it easy to loop the bike

I always carry a nylon strap on my Berg for rescuing Hondas had to drag a few out over the years, KTMs too, but not yet one of my bikes.

Steve

[BergDonk]

Originally Posted by Aerocycle

Working on a basic set of tools/ tire stuff to carry when I get out there a ways off road.

Here's what i'm thinking:

-Install 12v Plug in
-Tire inflator (slime pump pictured below)
-Carry stock tools (added a few allen wrenches, sockets, pliers, cutters)
-3 8.5 inch tire irons (motion pro pictured below)
-two inner tubes (front + rear made of natural rubber)
-Slime general tire kit (with patches, plugs, valve cores, caps, and core tool)
-Might want to throw in some soap/talcum and a lighter
-zip-ties, electrical tape.

That's what i'm thinking, I don't want to carry stuff I really do not need. I'm not trying to be prepared for a friggin zombie apocalypse or nothin just want to have the most common problems coverd and the ability to fix a flat, or be able to "mickey mouse" something to get me home safe and fix it there. Do I really need a valvle stem chaser tool?

I want to get this together for this summer, and get a seahorse case, as well as a small portable fuel tank for longer stretches. Just me thoughts, bring on your thoughts.

Here is what I currently lug about:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showp...&postcount=183

Steve

[blackcap]

so i watched a guy on the side of the road replace a torn out valve stem in indonesia the other day with nothing more than a patch kit. i thought it was friggin brillant and was wondering if im the only person in the world that this is new to. i was always under the impression that a torn valve stem is the end of a tubes life. is this fix common knowledge or am i not alone in finding this news astonishing? if im not the only one ill put up a bit of a step by step on how it was done.

[UberKul]

Originally Posted by Tracker2

Did you have to cut the balls off?

I cut my levers just to give me more room for adjustment. I have no use for them with the guards on and two/one finger clutch/brake.

[powderpig]

Originally Posted by BergDonk

Here is what I currently lug about:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showp...&postcount=183

Steve

I like a bag 'o stuff that looks likes it gets used! Good on ya, BergDonk and thanks for sharing.

[fisherjam]

Okay, so I know this question has been beat to death, but what is the best windshield for you guys? I'm 6'1" and will be mostly using my 09 dr 650 to commute to work on the highway. I want a windshield that works good at speeds 70-85 mph but I want to stay away from those big honkin' ones.
Looks like most people like the laminar b king lip windshield hard mounted. I like the screensforbikes one more but it looks like its more trouble than it's worth for buffering reasons. I don't want to jerry rig something either. Just looking for a simple solution to a now kinda tiring ride.

Thanks!

[speedgraphic]

How does this look as a DR650 deal?

http://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/2917403355.html

$2400 for a 2001 DR650. Guy seems to know what he's talking about maintenance wise... but you think I could talk him down to $2100 or so?

[carcajou]

Originally Posted by jungleplant

anybody got a set , we are working on something and could sure use them for awhile , i can pp shipping money, plus give ya a freebie when we are done ,,please pm

pm sent

[Adv Grifter]

I constantly change around my tool kits. I try not to forget the important stuff, and kind of toss in stuff depending on the bike used and the upcoming ride. If I'm leaving the country I add a few other things into the mix ... like a first Aid kit.

Most of my main tools fit into the stock plastic tool tube. I stow two Motion Pro irons in my skid plate. They stay there all the time. But I carry a third tire lever ... a nice Ty Davis type one. Very hard to pinch a tube with this one ... so it's my main one ... it's about 12". (see red handle)

I also carry such oddities as a telescoping stick magnet. Very handy. And like Steve (Berg Donk) most of this stuff is used by friends.
I also carry a comprehensive Nut & Bolt kit. (washers, springs, OEM sizes,
and some weird stuff) In the pic you will see some stuff not relevant, but most is for the DR. Note the elec. tape on handles. Old enduro riders trick.
Super Glue, Epoxy, Quik Aluminum or Steel, ratcheting Craftsmen wrenches, Snap-On 1/4" drive set. I only carry sizes that the DR650 needs.
All other left behind. Also see Loc-tite, special wrench for front axle (lower pic, cut 19mm wrench)

The elec. kit includes all sorts of connectors, VOM meter, fuses, bit of wire.
Levers of course. I don't carry big spray cans as shown ... the SLIME bottle has 90 wt. gear oil, which is a fair chain lube. I carry patch kits in several different places, as rubber cement dries out, gets punctured easily. Always freshen it up. Oil filter only for very long ride ... months long like to Mexico. The little plastic pack contains mini screw drivers, hack saw blade, razor. Not shown is a LED head light. Must have.




Same basic stuff, less of it. NOTE Ty Davis Iron. Very handy piece.


Motion Pro irons. Make them secure and they stay put.

[ER70S-2]

No matter which tools you choose to carry, secure them. I had a guy show me all the cool stuff he was carrying in his top box; tools, air compressor, first aid kit, etc. All of it was lying loose in the box, shaking itself to bits. When he needs that air compressor, it isn't going to work. This might be ok for 100% pavement, not so good on any dirt. I have a tail bag and it's secured by Rok straps over the top to keep bits and pieces from buzzing themselves to bits. This pic is without the sweatshirt, quite a bit tighter with it stuffed in there. So after you've loaded your stuff, stuff the storage with shop rags, towels etc.

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

If you really want to shit yourself. Try with a 3m rope...

Neverafuckingain

Originally Posted by badactor101

Can the barkbusters attach whilst leaving the weighted bar ends?

The weighted bar ends' purpose is to dampen vibration. When you add barkbusters there's little chance of the bar ends vibrating.

Originally Posted by blackcap

So i watched a guy on the side of the road replace a torn out valve stem in indonesia the other day with nothing more than a patch kit. i thought it was friggin brillant and was wondering if im the only person in the world that this is new to. i was always under the impression that a torn valve stem is the end of a tubes life. is this fix common knowledge or am i not alone in finding this news astonishing? if im not the only one ill put up a bit of a step by step on how it was done.

I also thought a torn valve stem was 'the end'. Please explain.

[TN Sporty]

Originally Posted by jon_l

As noted above, Shadyrascal posted in this thread photos of a Seahorse case install on a DR. Looked nice. Seahorse cases are cheap, less than $100 each, but of course the trickier bit is the rack to support them and the mounting.

This is a slightly larger one I looked at for Wifey's top case:

I have these mounted on my sportster with home made racks and they are great. Lighter weight than pelicans and very roomy. I believe Shadyrascal used the Wolfman racks.

[955616846]

Originally Posted by Aerocycle

Working on a basic set of tools/ tire stuff to carry when I get out there a ways off road.

Here's what i'm thinking:

-Install 12v Plug in
-Tire inflator (slime pump pictured below)
-Carry stock tools (added a few allen wrenches, sockets, pliers, cutters)
-3 8.5 inch tire irons (motion pro pictured below)
-two inner tubes (front + rear made of natural rubber)
-Slime general tire kit (with patches, plugs, valve cores, caps, and core tool)
-Might want to throw in some soap/talcum and a lighter
-zip-ties, electrical tape.

That's what i'm thinking, I don't want to carry stuff I really do not need. I'm not trying to be prepared for a friggin zombie apocalypse or nothin just want to have the most common problems coverd and the ability to fix a flat, or be able to "mickey mouse" something to get me home safe and fix it there. Do I really need a valvle stem chaser tool?

I want to get this together for this summer, and get a seahorse case, as well as a small portable fuel tank for longer stretches. Just me thoughts, bring on your thoughts.

Tyre spoons. Those MP things are not spoons and when I see a friend struggling with those and others like them I'll throw them as far as I can (seriously) and give them a set of mine. I carry three of these:

http://www.ziptyracing.com/10-ultimate-tire-iron/

These are not the same as the very similar looking DRC spoons. The shape is everything. For me it is one of those bugger the bulk items. It is a shit having to do tyres by the side of the road even after doing it hundreds of times so I like to make it as easy as possible.

The small zip-ty spoons are also very good and preferred by some of my friends if you're after compact. I bought both and prefer full size tools. When I was putting the toolkits together on the club bikes I included three of these.

http://www.ziptyracing.com/8-mini-tire-iron/

Regardless of the brand of lever I take to the tips with a file and emery to polish the imperfections out of them.

The Slime pump is a cheap Chinese pump with all that means... handy as long as it works. If you are carrying one I'd suggest a small MTB pump as a backup.

http://www.topeak.com/products/Mini-...dpt6la45nunsa3

These are good if a little small and sold by a popular vendor:

http://www.topeak.com/products/Pumps/MiniMorph

For a primary pump I'd suggest this:

http://www.topeak.com/products/Pumps/MountainMorph

with a separate gauge because to me they are a little fragile to have on the pump itself:

http://www.topeak.com/products/Pumps/smartgauge_d2

There are other similar products out there. I suggest these because first hand experience says they work.

[ADV8]

Originally Posted by blackcap

... is this fix common knowledge or am i not alone in finding this news astonishing? if im not the only one ill put up a bit of a step by step on how it was done.

As long as you can attach a replacement or can patch the torn out one all is good.
Standard part in the 'Tyre Pliers kits. (which I use) along with Buzzetti levers and a slime pump,not that thing with the light.

http://www.tyrepliers.com.au/New/products.html

These pics are a few years old now.
I replace the contact cement yearly,same with 'knead it or plastic steel that is carried.
(Those small 8 in spoons look handy)



I buy tubes from here.