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dr-digest Tuesday, February 8 2000 Volume 01 : Number 029
RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
(dr) Daytona Schedule / Links
(dr) DR350 fork springs
RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
Re: (dr) DR350 fork springs
Re: (dr) longer gear shifter(dr350)
(dr) Ooops...I'm back...
Re: (dr) DR350 fork springs
(dr) Daytona
Re: (dr) DR350 fork springs
(dr) 350SE rear wheel
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Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2000 06:47:34 -0800
From: "Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com" <jesse@rvi.net>
Subject: RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
Hi Andy, The Kit goes for $250.00 this is the piston, rings, pin,sleeve and
gaskets. This will do the whole works. at least you know what you are
looking at.....Jesse
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-dr@lists.xmission.com [mailto:owner-dr@lists.xmission.com]On
Behalf Of andy.doyle@bt.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2000 6:13 AM
To: dr@lists.xmission.com
Subject: RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
Hi Jesse.
I would be very interested in a price for the Thumper Racing kit, but I
haven't found an outlet over here so I'd get stung for shipping and a
punitive import duty which, more or less, has doubled the cost of gear I've
had from White Bros. There's an outfit over here, TTS Performance
Engineering (http://www.tts-performance.co.uk/tts.shtml), who do a 440 kit.
The guy from the local Suzuki dealer has just fitted one to his DR, so I'm
watching how long it lasts with great interest!
If I win the lottery I'll go Thumper though. No vibration from a 10mm
oversize piston is amazing!
As regards the plug for your airbox, I'm delighted with mine and would
recommend it as a first on the 'must have' list for any DR owner! Keep up
the good work.
Cheers
Andy
DR350SES
Rainy Suffolk
England
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jesse Kientz www.kientech.com [SMTP:jesse@rvi.net]
> Sent: 08 February 2000 13:50
> To: andy.doyle
> Subject: RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
>
> Hi Andy, Thanks for the tip in your message. Thumper Racing now makes an
> first oversize piston for their 435cc kit which would bring it up to
> 441cc.
> I have used their kits exclusively for the past 6 years and have not had
> any
> bad experiences at all, they have Wiseco special build their pistons so
> they
> are lighter weight so you get no vibration with almost an almost 10 mm
> oversize from stock. I don't know if you have a source over there or not.
> I
> could get this kit for you if you don't, just let me Know if I can be of
> any
> help.
>
> my best regards Jesse
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dr@lists.xmission.com [mailto:owner-dr@lists.xmission.com]On
> Behalf Of andy.doyle@bt.com
> Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2000 1:14 AM
> To: dr@lists.xmission.com
> Subject: RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
>
>
> Hi Mikko.
>
> The engine is stock at the minute, with the clutch being the 1st thing
> I've
> had to replace. I've got through several front sprockets and a gear lever
> oil seal but they're external so don't really count. I've got a Cycle
> Gear
> airbox (now manufactured and sold as Vortex by Jesse on this list) and run
> a
> 147 main jet.
> I use semi-synthetic 10/40, changed every 2000 miles, and the engine
> spends
> most of it's waking life at 7000+ rpm.
>
> I intend to fit a 440 overbore kit this summer...I'll let you know how it
> goes!
>
> Cheers
>
> Andy
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: mikko vimpari [SMTP:mikko.vimpari@mail.suomi.net]
> > Sent: 07 February 2000 20:27
> > To: dr@lists.xmission.com
> > Subject: (dr) DR350SE mileage
> >
> > Thanks Andy for answering.
> >
> > As you said,you and your dr350 have 35000 respectable miles behind, so
> i'm
> > interested in knowing,
> > is your engine stock,is there anything broken in your dr engine, have
> you
> > changed piston,valves etc...
> >
> > If anybody interested, i installed jagg oil cooler kit last summer
> > and noticed,that engine rpm lowered about 400rpm when idling(hot engine)
> > Maybe installing oil cooler was a bit overacting,cause dr350 is dry sump
> > lubricated,(mine engine stock)
> > unlike dr650 SE is wet sump engine(more heat)
> > I bought also a used ÷hlins shock (300$, worth of that), big difference
> in
> > bottoming resistance.
> >
> >
> > Keep
> writing
> >
> > Mikko
> > Vimpari
> > DR350SE-97
> > yamaha
> > wr250-92
> >
> >
>
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Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2000 11:06:59 -0500
From: "Doug Grosjean" <douggrosjean@wcnet.org>
Subject: (dr) Daytona Schedule / Links
List(s),
Like a lot of you, I'm headed for Daytona / Bike Week,
staying at Bulow, etc. I've put my schedule up on my
company website, go to:
http://www.gr8designs.com/
Click on "Daytona Schedule / Links"
Also there, I put up links that I'd culled from various
mailing lists and posts, figured that since I had a website
(and the URL's) it might be helpful to people to have access
to a bunch of links / data in one location. About a
half-dozen links so far, but each link has a ton of data in
it.
Note that the links that I've got have little or nothing to
do with the Harley events, point being that a person with a
BMW, Wing, Concours, dirt-bike, etc could go there and have
a great time.
Best,
Doug Grosjean
Gr.8 Designs
Pemberville, Ohio
http://www.gr8designs.com
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Date: Tue, 08 Feb 2000 11:51:52 -0500
From: "Mark Sims" <msims@nortelnetworks.com>
Subject: (dr) DR350 fork springs
Hi,
Here's a couple questions I hope you all can help me with.
1. I bought some new fork springs. The springs came with a piece
of PVC pipe to set the preload. A paper also came that tells how
much preload to use (how big of a spacer). The paper doesn't list
my year: 1998 DR350SE.
Do I need to use a preload spacer? Or does that just apply to
older, non-cartridge-type forks?
2. I'm going to change my first tire soon. I'm considering getting
the Ty Davis tire thing that holds your tire while changing.
It's worth it to me to spend some money upfront to make the job
easier - as I foresee many tire changes down the road.
Has anyone used that? Is it worth $100? How many spoons should
I get?
Much appreciated.
Mark Sims
Atlanta, GA
'98 DR350SE
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Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2000 16:50:03 -0000
From: andy.doyle@bt.com
Subject: RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
Hi John,
I've been talking to Jesse about the kit, and he does a very good =
price, but
I have to add shipping and import duty for anything from the States. A =
$150
oversize front disk from White Bros cost me =A3200 ($300) to get =
here....loses
the bargain basement appeal a bit!
There's a Brit company making a similar set-up that I'm looking at, but
maybe I should check out the air bases round here to see if there's any
biking GIs with a Thumper Racing Big Bore kit sized bag!
I hope to give DRZs a run for their money....but even if they run away =
from
me I'll be a lot more comfortable in the saddle than they will!
Cheers!
Andy
> -----Original Message-----
> From: john miller [SMTP:weekendtoy98dr@yahoo.com]
> Sent: 08 February 2000 16:34
> To: andy.doyle@bt.com
> Subject: RE: (dr) DR350SE mileage
>=20
>=20
> > =20
> > >Hey Andy just thought I would give you a shout on
> the big bore.Do yourself a BIG favor and talk to Jesse
> Kientz about what kit to go with.He told me the 440
> was not the best option but instead go with the 435.He
> will give good reasons for it and facts to back it
> up.He has experience with our motors and knows them
> inside and out.From the latest posts on the list it
> looks like our bikes with a big bore 435 kit should
> handle the DRZ400 eh?Later on t =20
> =20
> > =20
> >=20
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Date: Tue, 08 Feb 2000 10:42:46 -0700
From: njkouba <njkouba@ix.netcom.com>
Subject: Re: (dr) DR350 fork springs
Mark,
Not knowing the type or length of your new springs, compare their length
to the OEM ones to insure they are not too long. If they are longer than
the stock ones, I suspect they are not compatable on your 98 model. Most
sales persons and a lot of the catalogs are not aware of the fork change
to the 98 and 99 DR350SE models. If they are shorter than the stock
springs then you will have to use the pvc spacer after you cut it to the
proper length. If the new springs are around .44kg's per mm, (and should
be) only preload them the minimum, and not more than 3/8 inch for the
best ride. If you preload them too much the ride will become very harsh
on the small bumps. After installing the new springs, you will probably
need to soften the compression a few clicks (bottom adjuster) and go a
few harder on the rebound clicker (top adjuster).
Have not used the Ty Davis tire changer myself, but have watched him use
it. He makes it work real well. I would say ol two spoons is enough.
Norm
Suzuki DR Suspensions
http://www.geocities.com/motorcity/2299
Mark Sims wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Here's a couple questions I hope you all can help me with.
>
> 1. I bought some new fork springs. The springs came with a piece
> of PVC pipe to set the preload. A paper also came that tells how
> much preload to use (how big of a spacer). The paper doesn't list
> my year: 1998 DR350SE.
>
> Do I need to use a preload spacer? Or does that just apply to
> older, non-cartridge-type forks?
>
> 2. I'm going to change my first tire soon. I'm considering getting
> the Ty Davis tire thing that holds your tire while changing.
> It's worth it to me to spend some money upfront to make the job
> easier - as I foresee many tire changes down the road.
>
> Has anyone used that? Is it worth $100? How many spoons should
> I get?
>
> Much appreciated.
>
> Mark Sims
> Atlanta, GA
> '98 DR350SE
>
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Date: Tue, 08 Feb 2000 09:49:48 -0800
From: Mike A Hyers <hyer0573@students.sou.edu>
Subject: Re: (dr) longer gear shifter(dr350)
Chris, I got a longer shifter for my S model from Baja Designs. They
have many different sizes and offsets. I'm sure they can hook you up.
Their website is http://www.bajadesigns.com , or if you want to call
their number is 858-578-9111. They dont list the specific models that
it fits on their website but when I called they set me up. If they cant
do it than IMS makes one for the dirt model as well.
http://www.imsproducts.com/ Good luck, mike
Just a sidenote, I would reccomend calling baja designs first I am still
waitng on a part I ordered from IMS a month ago.
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Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2000 10:50:24 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <ajax@xmission.com>
Subject: (dr) Ooops...I'm back...
I just received an email from Mike Brock. Mike has family members and loved ones who have
been diagnosed with some serious illness and will not be able to take over moderating the
dr list. My prayers are with he and his family.
So....at least for the time being, I'm baaacck...
Kurt
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Date: Tue, 08 Feb 2000 10:02:16 -0800
From: Bryan Cowger <bryan_cowger@agilent.com>
Subject: Re: (dr) DR350 fork springs
> Have not used the Ty Davis tire changer myself, but have watched him use
> it. He makes it work real well. I would say ol two spoons is enough.
Another item that doesn't often get mentioned are at least a couple
plastic rim protectors. It's amazing how soft the aluminum rims are to
the steel tools.
Bryan
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Date: Tue, 8 Feb 2000 13:11:16 -0500
From: "Swamprider" <wdsrc@gte.net>
Subject: (dr) Daytona
For those of you planning on going to Daytona, or those of you wishing you
could go to Daytona, get a little taste of Florida dual sporting at this
website
http://www.geocities.com/Baja/Canyon/5245
Including pictures from a previous Daytona dual sport along with other dual
sport rides in Florida and the South Eastern US. Have fun!
Robert Frey
Withlacoochee Dual Sport Riders
Southern Dual Sporter Newsletter
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Date: Tue, 08 Feb 2000 10:34:50 -0800
From: Wayne Marsula' <wormworks@home.com>
Subject: Re: (dr) DR350 fork springs
Mark and Norm,
I didn't see where you said what kind of springs you bought.
Progressive Suspension lists with their spring a spacer of 1" for the
1998 model. I just checked it myself, as I ordered springs for my 98.
FWIW,
Wayne Marsula'
Escondido, CA
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Date: Tue, 08 Feb 2000 22:30:51 +0200
From: mikko vimpari <mikko.vimpari@mail.suomi.net>
Subject: (dr) 350SE rear wheel
Thanks for replying Andy and Doug.
Here I go again,questions,please,don't get angry guys
From '97-'99 350SE has no more cushioned-hub rear wheel(at least here in
Finland)
So,did Suzuki calculate that350SE is too powerless to do any damage to it's
transmission,
when riding on asphalt roads?(what would happen to tranny on asphalt,if my
bike was been heavily hopped up?)
Does anyone know, is that DRZ400 fork actually twin-chamber fork, like past
RM's had.
Pablo,here in Finland DR350SE and DR650SE have 3 years guarantee.
Any comments
welcome
Mikko from snowy
Finland
'97 350SEV
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