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dr-digest         Wednesday, February 2 2000         Volume 01 : Number 020



Re: (dr) Reasons
(dr) RE: DR350 Dirt Carb Kit
(dr) Carb part..
Re: (dr) Carb part..
(dr) Introduction

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Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2000 23:42:59 -0800
From: "Arne Larsen" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr) Reasons

From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr) Reasons

> You know who you are...

"You talkin' to me"?  "You must be, 'cause I don't see anyone else here..."
O.K. Wayne...  Since nobody has done anything more than give an opinion
(which is what was asked for), let's see if you can take it as well as you
like to dish it out.

> Some of our
> "self-righteous" riding brothers seem to feel that only their type of
> riding is the proper type of riding. And that the equipment they use is
> the only proper type to use on "their" type of bike.

Obviously you're of this breed eh Wayne?  Nobody's been insulting, as far as
I can see.  When someone asks for an opinion - especially to a large body of
people - you're bound to get a variety of answers... That's the whole
idea!!!  Just because some are different than yours (pray it isn't so...),
that makes them "self-righteous" and "little"???  Give me a break.  The
world would be a pretty boring place if we all were of the same opinion.

> They should stop and realize that just as there are differences in
> people, there are differences in their tastes.

Hello!!!  Wayne!!!  You're contradicting yourself here!!!  Or do you agree
that my riding tastes (just) might be different from your's, and that that's
O.K.?  You know what?  There are others here who are different as well.

> Not everyone has the same
> advantages as they.

That's for sure... After 6 knee operations (one a complete ACL
re-construction), a pelvis that was broken in two places, a back that has
suffered a compression fracture, and numerous broken ribs... I hurt.  I know
pain, and the accomodations that have to be made because of it.  Yes,
believe it or not, even as one of the "little" people, I've got it figured
out.

> I'm sure they will be the same ones to criticize me when they see the
> way my DR350SE is set up. There is a strange "notch" in the center of my
> seat. The bike has been lowered. I carry a large amount of drinking
> water. And on and on I could go.

Stop feeling sorry for yourself.  People feel sorry for me too when they see
my purple hand-grips... but I've learned to live with it.

> They are also the people who won't be able to see the physical problems
> I have.

Nor you, they...

Arne




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Date: Tue, 1 Feb 2000 17:56:33 -0800
From: "Jesse Kientz   www.kientech.com" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr) RE: DR350 Dirt Carb Kit

Hi John, I always like to hear a happy customer. thanks again...Jesse

- -----Original Message-----
From: John Nelson [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday, February 01, 2000 2:35 PM
To: Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com
Subject: Re: DR350 Dirt Carb Kit


Hi Jesse,

    I received the carb kit last night, and I just got through installing
it.
Wow! I can't believe how much better the bike runs. All I was hoping for was
to
get rid of the crapping out over the whoops, so the extra power and
crispness is
pure gravy.
    I really apperciate how you set the carb up for me, it runs perfect. The
installation was very easy with no problems. The only thing I changed, was
to
use allen head bolts in the float bowl, so if I ever need to change the main
jet
it will be easier. I also put one of the Vortex stickers on the back of the
air
box so people will be able to get your number if they want one.

Thanks again,
  John

"Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com" wrote:

> Hi John well you should have received the carb kit by now.  Keep me posted
> on the results or if you have any questions as I am here to help.
>
> My best regards Jesse
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: John Nelson [mailto:[e-mail]]
> Sent: Sunday, January 02, 2000 4:27 PM
> To: Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com
> Subject: Re: DR350 Dirt Carb Kit
>
> Hi Jesse and Happy New Year to you too,
>
>     I have a Yoshimura pipe on my bike, it didn't give a big increase in
> power,
> but it sure is pretty and it does sound nice (Not too loud, just nice and
> mellow.).
> I was really happy with the improved throttle response and addition power
> when I
> added your air box. Your Vortex airbox  definitely gives you the most bang
> for
> the buck!
>     As soon as you're ready, let me know and I'll give you a call and give
> you
> my credit card information. Besides the new carb, it'll be nice to get rid
> of
> that push/pull throttle cable I have now.
>
> Thanks,
>   John
>
> "Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com" wrote:
>
> > Hi John, Happy New year to you, the answer to your Questions is yes the
> main
> > jets are the same and If you are having good response with your present
> > jetting it should work well with the dirt carb. I should have all the
> parts
> > to the kit by the end of next week. I will also include the dirt (Hose)
> > manifold in the kit for you. I will let you know when I have everything.
> Do
> > you have an aftermarket Exhaust pipe on your bike?
> >
> > Regards.... Jesse
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: John Nelson [mailto:[e-mail]]
> > Sent: Sunday, January 02, 2000 11:51 AM
> > To: Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com
> > Subject: Re: DR350 Dirt Carb Kit
> >
> > Hi Jesse,
> >
> >     I have a 1997 DR350SE and last month I bought one of your Vortex
> > airboxes (Which I love!).
> > When I ordered the airbox we discussed the dirt carb and I have a couple
> of
> > questions. Will
> > the jetting be the same (Or close) as the street carb? Are the main jets
> the
> > same for both
> > carbs (Will the main jet in my street carb fit the dirt carb?)?
> >
> >      Let me know when you have the kit finished, because I'm ready to
dump
> > that street carb as
> > soon as possible. I will also need a new hose from the carb to the
Vortex
> > airbox. Your price
> > of $330.00 for the kit sounds great.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >  John
> >
> > "Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com" wrote:
> >
> > > I just stocked a bunch of new DR350 dirt carbs and
> > > am putting together a complete kit that includes every thing needed to
> > make
> > > the switch. a spacer to clear the starter and provide a vacuum port
for
> > the
> > > petcock hose. a dirt carb manifold. the carb. two longer socket head
> > > capscrews. and a new single cable  throttle assembly and cable. the
> price
> > is
> > > $330.00 . These carbs go for almost $300.00 alone. Just thought I
would
> > let
> > > you know I will have the kit on the website soon....be careful new
years
> > > eve.
> > > Regards ..Jesse
> > >
> >
> >             John Nelson
> >       [e-mail]
> >       http://www.cybersnet.com
>
> --
>             John Nelson
>       [e-mail]
>       http://www.cybersnet.com

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Date: Tue, 01 Feb 2000 22:34:26 -0600
From: "Jan Bradley" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr) Carb part..

Hey Jesse (and DR list),

                  I have heard of a T-handle type screw that replaces
the mixture screw on the DR carb.. so one can adjust it wothout using a
tiny screwdriver and standing on your head. I really don't need to
adjust it, since I've already done so, but I figured  when I go to
Colorado and get into the mountains I may need mess with it.. Do you
know of such a replacement screw? Or  where I can buy one? I have a '98
DR650SE.  If not, does anyone else on this list know? Thanks much!!

JB

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Date: Tue, 1 Feb 2000 23:41:07 -0500
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr) Carb part..

On Tue, 01 Feb 2000 22:34:26 -0600 "Jan Bradley"
<[e-mail]> writes:
>Hey Jesse (and DR list),
>
>                  I have heard of a T-handle type screw that replaces
>the mixture screw on the DR carb.. so one can adjust it wothout using
>a
>tiny screwdriver and standing on your head. I really don't need to
>adjust it, since I've already done so, but I figured  when I go to
>Colorado and get into the mountains I may need mess with it.. Do you
>know of such a replacement screw? Or  where I can buy one? I have a
>'98
>DR650SE.  If not, does anyone else on this list know? Thanks much!!
>
>JB

JB,

Scott's performance makes the T-handle Fuel Mixture Screw you seek.  You
can order one from our shop, Suzuki-Kawasaki of Gastonia, by calling Andy
or Ronnie at [phone].  Or, you can order on directly from Scott's.
 They have a website with online shopping or you can e-mail owner Scott
Forward at :

            [e-mail]

Happy trails,

Al

C. Al Roof
Promoter - The Honda Hoot Carolina Dual Sport Adventure Ride
Founder & President - The Blue Ridge Pathfinders Motorcycle Club, Inc.
Office Manager/Special Events Coordinator - Suzuki-Kawasaki of Gastonia
Public Relations Officer - The North Carolina Off-Highway Vehicle
Association, Inc.
Alternate State Representative - The National Off-Highway Vehicle
Conservation Council, Inc.




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Date: Wed, 02 Feb 2000 01:31:45 -0800
From: MuNcHmAn <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr) Introduction

Hello list,
I've got a couple of questions for the list but first a brief intro.  My
name is mike and I live in Ashland Oregon, (20 miles from the California
border).  I bought a 1993 dr350s about six months ago and have been
puting the bike and myself through the paces trying to figure out it's
limitations (and my own).  So far all I've done is remove the fender
extension and mount a smaller (maier) brake light on the fender along
with my plate. I've replaced the short shift lever with a longer more
tucked in version by baja-designs. I also swapped out my stock turn
signals for smaller lo-profile blinkers.  Thats were part of the problem
started.  The blinkers I bought use a smaller bulb and I am assuming
less amperage.  They dont blink very well unless I'm on the brakes or at
higher rpm's.  I am looking for replacements that will actually
blink,(local law enforcement will nail me for it eventually), if anyone
has any experience with small blinkers that work well and wont self
destruct please let me know.   I have also pulled the plug out of the
airbox with a noticeably improvement in power.  Next week I'm planning
on cutting the top out (until I can afford a vortex) rejetting and
installing the t-handle from scotts.  I know the main is a 135 and the
pilot is a 37.5.  If anyone has recomendations on what to try please let
me know. Thanks for this list and all your posts, I've learned alot by
lurking here and all your ideas and mods have inspired me to make some
changes to my bike.         Mike Hyers


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