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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) For Sale DR350se 1991 in England
Date: 01 Oct 1999 05:07:09 EDT

Im now getting a new DR350s so im selling my

1991 DR350se 12000 miles

It has a Scotts damper, Dep exhaust, Tax, MOT, two sets of wheels on and off=20
road wheels fitted with new MT60 tyres

Im asking about =A31550 but if any one from the list makes an offer its thei=
rs

And it comes with a trailer because i have a new one

Tony

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From: "Hoge, Neill" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 07:20:50 -0400

HI all,
I'm getting ready to put a "99" DR350 dirt on the road (Virginia, US). If I
run it down the road for an hour or so at 60 MPH, will the bike overheat,
lockup, or otherwise get damaged? Everything is stock except for MT 21's and
a Baja Designs light kit. Any input, suggestions much appreciated!.

Neill

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 08:29:10 EDT

Neil;

The two versions of this bike are essential identical as far as the engine
and gearbox; even the gear ratios are the same. That should allay your fears
your dirt only version will toast itself on the open road.

Mike
' 93 DR350

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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 07:12:12 -0600

What about the rear hub?

----- Original Message -----
Cc: <[e-mail]>
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> Neil;
>
> The two versions of this bike are essential identical as far as the engine
> and gearbox; even the gear ratios are the same. That should allay your fears
> your dirt only version will toast itself on the open road.
>
> Mike
> ' 93 DR350
>
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) GPS
Date: 01 Oct 1999 09:30:59 EDT

I am considering the purchase of a GPS unit to mount on my DR for those
occasions when we going exploring in new areas.  Does anyone have any
experience using a GPS on a motorcycle?  Will they take the pounding of off
road use?

Steve
97 DR350

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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 06:24:55 -0700

HI Kurt, was visiting with Norm Kouba this last weekend we had a great time.  He came over
from the Boise Idaho area to a home machinist's show in Eugene and then down to visit me in
Grants pass OR I thought it would be good to put another face to match the text that we read
from time to time. During our many discussions the rear hub on the DR/S model came up and Norm
was saying that on the later models of the DR/S that they are the same as the dirt model this
is the way I understood it any way, Norm Correct me if I am wrong on this.

regards  Jesse

Kurt Simpson wrote:

> What about the rear hub?
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <[e-mail]>
> To: <[e-mail]>
> Cc: <[e-mail]>
> Sent: Friday, October 01, 1999 6:29 AM
> Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
>
> > Neil;
> >
> > The two versions of this bike are essential identical as far as the engine
> > and gearbox; even the gear ratios are the same. That should allay your fears
> > your dirt only version will toast itself on the open road.
> >
> > Mike
> > ' 93 DR350
> >
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 09:48:52 EDT

Funny you should ask about that....I was going to mention the "cush" hub
found on certain street versions of dirt bikes, but as far as I can tell by
reading my Clymers manual, the dual sport DR does not have a "cush" hub.....I
can't speak from persoanl experience 'cause my machine's a dirt only version.

But, yes, you're right; a dirt bike will have the rear sprocket mounted
directly to the wheel hub and driveline shock will be absorbed through tire
slippage and wheel spin. A bike designed to be street ridden must accomodate
for this driveline shock and the common way it is done is to mount the rear
sprocket into rubber bushings.

If the dual purpose version of the bike in question has a "cush" hub, then
it's probably not a good idea to convert the dirt only version for street
running unless you change out the rear wheel/hub; all that driveline shock
gets transmitted directly into the gearbox which is not a healthy situation.

Mike
' 93 DR350

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From: "Mark Sims" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 09:49:36 -0400

This was my experience as well.  I have a '98 DR350SE and when
I replaced the rear sprocket I found that I had to use a DR350
sprocket.  The DR350SE sprocket that the shop had did not fit.

Mark

jessekientz wrote:
>
> HI Kurt, was visiting with Norm Kouba this last weekend we had a great time.  He came over
> from the Boise Idaho area to a home machinist's show in Eugene and then down to visit me in
> Grants pass OR I thought it would be good to put another face to match the text that we read
> from time to time. During our many discussions the rear hub on the DR/S model came up and Norm
> was saying that on the later models of the DR/S that they are the same as the dirt model this
> is the way I understood it any way, Norm Correct me if I am wrong on this.
>
> regards  Jesse
>
> Kurt Simpson wrote:
>
> > What about the rear hub?
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: <[e-mail]>
> > To: <[e-mail]>
> > Cc: <[e-mail]>
> > Sent: Friday, October 01, 1999 6:29 AM
> > Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
> >
> > > Neil;
> > >
> > > The two versions of this bike are essential identical as far as the engine
> > > and gearbox; even the gear ratios are the same. That should allay your fears
> > > your dirt only version will toast itself on the open road.
> > >
> > > Mike
> > > ' 93 DR350
> > >
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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 06:52:17 -0700

HI Mark, does your bike  have the cushions mounted in a separate hub?
Jesse

Mark Sims wrote:

> This was my experience as well.  I have a '98 DR350SE and when
> I replaced the rear sprocket I found that I had to use a DR350
> sprocket.  The DR350SE sprocket that the shop had did not fit.
>
> Mark
>
> jessekientz wrote:
> >
> > HI Kurt, was visiting with Norm Kouba this last weekend we had a great time.  He came over
> > from the Boise Idaho area to a home machinist's show in Eugene and then down to visit me in
> > Grants pass OR I thought it would be good to put another face to match the text that we read
> > from time to time. During our many discussions the rear hub on the DR/S model came up and Norm
> > was saying that on the later models of the DR/S that they are the same as the dirt model this
> > is the way I understood it any way, Norm Correct me if I am wrong on this.
> >
> > regards  Jesse
> >
> > Kurt Simpson wrote:
> >
> > > What about the rear hub?
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: <[e-mail]>
> > > To: <[e-mail]>
> > > Cc: <[e-mail]>
> > > Sent: Friday, October 01, 1999 6:29 AM
> > > Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
> > >
> > > > Neil;
> > > >
> > > > The two versions of this bike are essential identical as far as the engine
> > > > and gearbox; even the gear ratios are the same. That should allay your fears
> > > > your dirt only version will toast itself on the open road.
> > > >
> > > > Mike
> > > > ' 93 DR350
> > > >
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From: "Mark Sims" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 10:38:57 -0400

I don't have the bike here at work, but I'll check tonight.

Mark

jessekientz wrote:
>
> HI Mark, does your bike  have the cushions mounted in a separate hub?
> Jesse
>
> Mark Sims wrote:
>
> > This was my experience as well.  I have a '98 DR350SE and when
> > I replaced the rear sprocket I found that I had to use a DR350
> > sprocket.  The DR350SE sprocket that the shop had did not fit.
> >
> > Mark
> >
> > jessekientz wrote:
> > >
> > > HI Kurt, was visiting with Norm Kouba this last weekend we had a great time.  He came over
> > > from the Boise Idaho area to a home machinist's show in Eugene and then down to visit me in
> > > Grants pass OR I thought it would be good to put another face to match the text that we read
> > > from time to time. During our many discussions the rear hub on the DR/S model came up and Norm
> > > was saying that on the later models of the DR/S that they are the same as the dirt model this
> > > is the way I understood it any way, Norm Correct me if I am wrong on this.
> > >
> > > regards  Jesse
> > >
> > > Kurt Simpson wrote:
> > >
> > > > What about the rear hub?
> > > >
> > > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > > From: <[e-mail]>
> > > > To: <[e-mail]>
> > > > Cc: <[e-mail]>
> > > > Sent: Friday, October 01, 1999 6:29 AM
> > > > Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
> > > >
> > > > > Neil;
> > > > >
> > > > > The two versions of this bike are essential identical as far as the engine
> > > > > and gearbox; even the gear ratios are the same. That should allay your fears
> > > > > your dirt only version will toast itself on the open road.
> > > > >
> > > > > Mike
> > > > > ' 93 DR350
> > > > >
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From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 11:31:06 -0400


Mark Sims <[e-mail]> wrote:
> I don't have the bike here at work, but I'll check tonight.
Mark

jessekientz wrote:
>
> HI Mark, does your bike  have the cushions mounted in a separate hub?
> Jesse
>
> Mark Sims wrote:
>
> > This was my experience as well.  I have a '98 DR350SE and when
> > I replaced the rear sprocket I found that I had to use a DR350
> > sprocket.  The DR350SE sprocket that the shop had did not fit.
> >
> > Mark
> >
> > jessekientz wrote:
> > >
> > > HI Kurt, was visiting with Norm Kouba this last weekend we had a great time.  He came over
> > > from the Boise Idaho area to a home machinist's show in Eugene and then down to visit me in
> > > Grants pass OR I thought it would be good to put another face to match the text that we read
> > > from time to time. During our many discussions the rear hub on the DR/S model came up and Norm
> > > was saying that on the later models of the DR/S that they are the same as the dirt model this
> > > is the way I understood it any way, Norm Correct me if I am wrong on this.
> > >
> > > regards  Jesse

Jesse,
      Your correct again, The DR350 "S" models 1990 thru 1996 used a 2 piece rear hub that had a rubber cushion drive incorporated into it, and the sprocket bolt pattern was different than the dirt only models. Then the 1997 thru 1999 "S" models came with the non-cushioned one piece hub that are the same as the dirt only DR's 1990 thru 1999, and the sprockets will interchange. Yes, I have also had problems ordering the rear sprockets, as most of the aftermarket catalogs do not show the later DRS models as taking the same sprocket as the Dirt Model.

Jesse, were you taking notes? Hope you learned as much as I when we were lying to each other for two days and nights.  Norm

Suzuki DR Suspensions
DR. DR
http://www.geocities.com/motorcity/2299

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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) GPS
Date: 01 Oct 1999 08:39:57 -0700

[e-mail] wrote:
>
> I am considering the purchase of a GPS unit to mount on my DR for those
> occasions when we going exploring in new areas.  Does anyone have any
> experience using a GPS on a motorcycle?  Will they take the pounding of off
> road use?
>
> Steve
> 97 DR350
>
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Steve,
    I have been using GPS on bikes that I ride on the very back
roads and off road in Baja since 1990. I started with a Sony
Pyxis, then a Garmin 12, and now a Garmin III, soon to be
linked to a Palm IIIx PDA. I have not had any trouble with
the vibrations or pounding of a bike, and I use a very rigid
mount, not a vibration damped mount like Touratech thinks we
need. If you need any more info on GPS on bikes feel free to
contact me off list.

Wayne Marsulß, Escondido, CA
"Casual Collector of Classic Hondas"
http://www.mikthebik.com/
 BMW R100GSPD (La Tortuga Coja)
 Suzuki DR350SE
         Member:
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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) GPS
Date: 01 Oct 1999 09:41:59 -0600

Yes, they will...I recommend you talk to Tom Meyers at Cycoactive in
Seattle...

Kurt
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, October 01, 1999 7:30 AM


> I am considering the purchase of a GPS unit to mount on my DR for those
> occasions when we going exploring in new areas.  Does anyone have any
> experience using a GPS on a motorcycle?  Will they take the pounding of
off
> road use?
>
> Steve
> 97 DR350
>
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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 09:46:20 -0600

> Jesse, were you taking notes? Hope you learned as much as I when we were
lying to each other for two days and nights.  Norm

have you two guys hooked up with Elden Carl in San Diego yet? The web of our
lives is getting closer. Elden and his wife Pauline rode with Tim Bernard of
Boise this summer. Elden writes a column for Dual Sport News and typically
one half of it has to do with the DR350. He has had Bob Bell of Precision
Concepts do some major suspension work but I haven't heard him talk about
Norm's links yet. I'd like to get y'all together..

Kurt


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 12:57:26 EDT


In a message dated 10/1/99 8:34:59 AM, [e-mail] writes:

<<
Mark Sims <[e-mail]> wrote:
> I don't have the bike here at work, but I'll check tonight.
Mark

jessekientz wrote:
>
> HI Mark, does your bike  have the cushions mounted in a separate hub?
> Jesse
>
> Mark Sims wrote: >>

The DRs and DR used to have different set ups in the rear.  At some point,
around 94 I think, the DRS went to the non rubber mounted hub as it was
determined that the driveline was plenty strong enough without it.   The old
cush hub had a smaller bolt pattern and that's why the sprokets won't fit.  I
just converted a 94 DR with a Baja Kit and originally had the same question
as I formerly had a 91 DRS but after looking into it, I am not at all worried
about it.

Chris in Nor Cal

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From: "Wez" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) White Brothers Cheaper Parts (in USA)
Date: 01 Oct 1999 18:33:29 +0100

        After looking at the caterlog, I fancied some nice bits to modifiy
my bike. After looking at the prices I found it would be nearly 50% cheaper
in the USA compared with the prices in the UK, but here is the catch, I need
somone in the US to order me the parts so I don't have to pay tax (the
biggest cost over here). So if anyone would like to do this for me, please
get back to me.
Thanks
Wez
DR350SP 96
RD250DX 79


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) Suzuki parts dealers ???
Date: 01 Oct 1999 19:49:03 EDT

I just purchased a 99 DR350SE. Question that I have is when the time comes
for parts are there any GOOD mail-order Suzuki dealers that anyone has had
experience with. I can't complain about the local dealers but I  know that
when and if time comes for big ticket items there are better deals to be had.
Bike is completely stock except for installing the Kouba links for lowering
purposes. I was extremely impressed with the follow-up service from Norm
Kouba. I've bought new cars that I did not get as much follow-up to detail.



Bob Roman


Pittsburgh, PA

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 22:34:28 EDT

In a message dated 10/1/99 5:21:26 AM Mountain Daylight Time,
[e-mail] writes:

<< I'm getting ready to put a "99" DR350 dirt on the road (Virginia, US). If I
 run it down the road for an hour or so at 60 MPH, will the bike overheat,
 lockup, or otherwise get damaged? Everything is stock except for MT 21's and
 a Baja Designs light kit. Any input, suggestions much appreciated!.  >>

Neil,

Just take her out and rider her.  I rode mine over 400 miles from Albuquerque
to Moab in a day, then two full days of off-road, the back to Albuquerque,
and it still ain't broke in yet!  On the highway I was doing about 65mph.

Gino

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From: "Tom Warr" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) GPS
Date: 01 Oct 1999 20:45:45 -0600

I read in one of the bike magazines (can't remember which) about one of the
adventure bike touring companies with a Great New Idea:

They are located near the famous and beautiful Copper Canyon in Mexico.  You
supply the bike.  They rent you a GPS with all the coordinates programmed
in.  With that, and one of their maps, you can explore the region at your
own pace and wherever you like, without a guide.

Sounded very cool to me.  I could do something like that up here in Montana
. . . .  TW

PS  While (road) riding through Colorado last week, I came across a group of
trail riders (mostly on big tanked-WR400's) who had stopped for gas.  They
were on a week long trail ride, emerging into civilization only for gas and
motels at night, planning to put in 1000 miles mostly on trails.  They were
guiding themselves with a couple GPS units, one which was interfaced with a
palmtop computer, with all the necessary forest service maps programmed in.
Although not perfect (because, mainly  the maps they had for databases were
not accurate enough), they claimed the GPS were a real asset.

PPS  I want a GPS for my birthday.


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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Precision Concepts=great suspension work
Date: 02 Oct 1999 09:36:38 PDT

This is just to advise the list that the guy Kurt mentioned, Bob Bell @
Precision Concepts, is great w/ DR suspension setup!  I mailed him my forks
& shock, & he put heavier springs all the way around, Race Tech Cartridge
Emulators up front, & did his own custom revalve of the stock shock valve.
When I got it all bolted back up, it was dialed in perfectly for my weight &
riding....its handling 4-5'heigh jumps now like it was born to jump!  With
new fork seals & fluid all around, + insured S&H, he charged me $310 for
forks, $185 for shock.  I'll wager that you cant get this work done by
someone of Bob's caliber for less than $500!!  I highly recommend this
work....REGARDLESS of where you stand on the "ride stock or modify to the
hilt" scale! :)

I think the correct order of mods (for DR-Ss) is: 1)carb [open airbox, new
filter, "T" the vent-hose, JXneedle/spring combo] just becase its cheap &
easy to do 2)suspension upgrades 3) then anything else is probably very
subjective as to whether you think it will be worth it.  (I dont consider
tires a mod, but very important)

You can reach Bob @ 619-593-7473...feel free to reference the work he did
for Bryan in Dallas back in May of this year.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR350SE


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>Reply-To: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
>To: <[e-mail]>,"Mark Sims" <[e-mail]>
>CC: <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Re: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
>Date: Fri, 1 Oct 1999 09:46:20 -0600

<<BIG SNIP>>

>He has had Bob Bell of Precision Concepts do some major suspension work...
><<more snip>>

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Subject: Re: (dr350) Suzuki parts dealers ???
Date: 02 Oct 1999 14:38:03 EDT

Bob;

If you are talking about genuine Suzuki parts then I would reccomend Sloan's.
These guys are located in Murfeesboro, TN; it is a full dealership for
Suzuki, Honda and Yamaha. They will give you a break on factory parts that
are mail ordered from them. I may be wrong, but I don't think there is a
straight percentage discount; they usually evaluate the profit margin for
some of the parts before they give you an answer. When I had my Yamaha RT180,
the ONLY place to get parts was from the dealer and I used these guys quite a
bit; they are very service oriented and have a good parts inventory.

If you are looking for a mail order house for aftermarket parts, then I would
recommend Dennis Kirk. His firm is located up in Minnesota and I have ordered
many items from this company. His prices are not as cheap as some of the
other big mail order houses, but his prices include UPS ground shipping. The
only other caveat is a $5 service charge for orders under $100.

I personally like to find good dealers/mail order houses that are NOT located
out on the Left Coast.......to many of these places are so big they really
don't give a hoot about customer satisfaction.

These are just my opinions, based upon my experiences (which have been good
so far) and I'm sure there are guys out there who'll lambaste Kirk or have
other large dealer/mail order outfits to recommend.

You can find Sloans at:

1-800-342-1681
I know they have a website so you'll have to get that from them if you call


Dennis Kirk

1-800-328-9280
www.denniskirk.com

Hope this helps out.....

Mike
' 93 DR350

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From: Bryan Cowger <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Race-Tech gold valves
Date: 02 Oct 1999 12:46:06 -0700


>
> Question:  I have a '98 DR350SE with the Showa forks and shock.
> I'm upgrading the fork springs and shock spring and installing
> the Kouba link.  I'm wondering if the Race-Tech gold valves
> are a significant upgrade of either the forks or shock.

I have the RT Gold Valves both front and rear, and love them.  Long-time
readers of this list have likely tired of hearing me rave about them in the
past, but again:

PLUSH!!  That's the number one benefit of the GVs, in my opinion.  A close
second would be vastly improved bottoming resistance, as well as much
smoother over the small bumps.

The whole idea of the GVs is to increase the flow of fluid through the
suspension valving.  The problem it solves is that the stock piston (shock)
and valves (forks) contain relatively small orifices through which all the
fluid must pass during compression and rebound.  For high-speed movement,
the fluid volume/second can be quite high, and reaches a point where the
fluid simply will not flow that fast, also known, I believe, as hydraulic
lock.  This creates a non-linear suspension, similar to the disadvantage of
the damping rod forks in the older DR models.

With the GVs, the orifices are large enough that the point of hydraulic lock
is never reached.  Instead, the shim stacks provide all the damping, which
is exactly what is desired from the suspension.

The great thing about the GV kits is that each installation is custom tuned
to each rider.  You get a package of about 100 shims of various thicknesses
and diameters, and a worksheet to fill out.  The worksheet takes into
account your size, riding style, expertise, bike type, whether you like a
firmer or softer suspension, etc.  The outcome of this is a custom-built
shim stack for you.

In addition, triple stage compression and dual stage rebound stacks are
employed.  For compression, this means that there are shims to control the
small bumps, other shims that kick in for medium sized bumps, and yet a
third set of shims that come into play for jump landings, for example.  As
such, you end of with a suspension that is soft for the little stuff, yet
stiff for the big stuff.

In summary (all this IMHO), well worth the money.  And they are easy to do
yourself, as part of the regular suspension maintenance that should be
performed.  Adding stiffer springs, GVs, and Kouba links is *the* great
solution to the DRs otherwise so-so suspension.

For those with damping rod forks, the Race-Tech cartridge fork emulators up
front and a GV in the shock is the way to go.  And for those seeking the
ultimate suspension solution for a DR, switch everything over to RMX
suspension, as John Gill has outlined before.  (You still around, John??)

BTW, I have a write-up on how to service a DR shock that I've posted before
-- e-mail if interested.

Bryan
'96 DR441
Sacramento
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From: The Strickler's <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) Suzuki parts dealers ???
Date: 02 Oct 1999 22:56:41 -0700

Guys:
In response to aftermarket parts &OEM, try www. mxsouth.com.  He is located
in Florida.  Jeff will work with you to no end, and he really knows his
stuff.

Prices spank ever other distributor I have used, and I have received orders
in as soon as the second day!!!.  NO matter if you are located in the east
or west, he ships the product direct from the nearest wholesale outlet to
you.  It's terrific!  Just log on to his website.  Then send him an e-mail,
give him a call, or just browse his catalog.

Strick

[e-mail]


-----Original Message-----
Sent:    Saturday, October 02, 1999 11:38 AM
Cc:    [e-mail]

Bob;

If you are talking about genuine Suzuki parts then I would reccomend
Sloan's.
These guys are located in Murfeesboro, TN; it is a full dealership for
Suzuki, Honda and Yamaha. They will give you a break on factory parts that
are mail ordered from them. I may be wrong, but I don't think there is a
straight percentage discount; they usually evaluate the profit margin for
some of the parts before they give you an answer. When I had my Yamaha
RT180,
the ONLY place to get parts was from the dealer and I used these guys quite
a
bit; they are very service oriented and have a good parts inventory.

If you are looking for a mail order house for aftermarket parts, then I
would
recommend Dennis Kirk. His firm is located up in Minnesota and I have
ordered
many items from this company. His prices are not as cheap as some of the
other big mail order houses, but his prices include UPS ground shipping.
The
only other caveat is a $5 service charge for orders under $100.

I personally like to find good dealers/mail order houses that are NOT
located
out on the Left Coast.......to many of these places are so big they really
don't give a hoot about customer satisfaction.

These are just my opinions, based upon my experiences (which have been good
so far) and I'm sure there are guys out there who'll lambaste Kirk or have
other large dealer/mail order outfits to recommend.

You can find Sloans at:

1-800-342-1681
I know they have a website so you'll have to get that from them if you call


Dennis Kirk

1-800-328-9280
www.denniskirk.com

Hope this helps out.....

Mike
' 93 DR350

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From: "Mark Tynan" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Electrical Help
Date: 04 Oct 1999 07:12:57 -0700

I=27m looking for some help on a little electrical problem I developed =
during our latest trip to the Black Rock Desert.  My brake light is dead.  =
The bulb is good and so are the front and rear brake light switches as =
well as the wiring to the light itself.  All other lights on the bike work =
fine.  What am I missing here?  My headlight is working but no taillight.  =
 The only thing I can think of that might have caused the problem is that =
I normally remove the front and rear turn signal stalks when I ride off =
road.  When I put the stalks back on this weekend, I still had a =
problem.=20

If Jesse is listening, I have got to find out where you are at in Grants =
Pass.  I live in Medford so I=27m not far away.  I=27ve learned a lot from =
some of your posts and have been thinking about doing a little more =
tinkering on the bike...=20

Thanks to all,


Mark


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Electrical Help
Date: 04 Oct 1999 07:34:57 -0700

Hi Mark, glad to here some one is nearby. I am located on Riverbanks Road very close to Griffin park.  If you would like to give me a call I would be glad to chat with you about what ever, we could even check out your electrical problem if you like.
  My phone # [phone]. If you get my answering machine just leave a message and I will get right back to you.

Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

Mark Tynan wrote:

> I'm looking for some help on a little electrical problem I developed during our latest trip to the Black Rock Desert.  My brake light is dead.  The bulb is good and so are the front and rear brake light switches as well as the wiring to the light itself.  All other lights on the bike work fine.  What am I missing here?  My headlight is working but no taillight.   The only thing I can think of that might have caused the problem is that I normally remove the front and rear turn signal stalks when I ride off road.  When I put the stalks back on this weekend, I still had a problem.
>
> If Jesse is listening, I have got to find out where you are at in Grants Pass.  I live in Medford so I'm not far away.  I've learned a lot from some of your posts and have been thinking about doing a little more tinkering on the bike...
>
> Thanks to all,
>
> Mark
>
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From: "Guy Schneider" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) After Market Plastic Mods.
Date: 04 Oct 1999 08:58:02 -0700

Does anyone have any ideas for a rear fender replacement?  I can't stand the
boomerang shape of the DR's rear fender and have been looking for a better
looking (more curved) replacement for a while - looks like Suzuki finally
woke up on the
2000 - DR400 and changed the style.  I recently saw a DR with an aftermarket
rear fender that was more curved and had the blinkers embedded in it.  Has
anyone seen this.

Your thoughts?

Regards,

Guy

PS - I tried to modify a Acerbis universal fender to fit but was not happy
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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 04 Oct 1999 15:42:41 -0700

I suspect my 94 DR 350 has an engine oil circulation problem.

Anyone with an electric start model who can spare a few minutes of time,
got out to your DR after it has not been ridden (when the motor is stone
cold) pull the dipstick and see if oil registers on the dip stick and
report back to me.  The way I understand how the oil system works is that
most of the oil should drain back into the crankcase when the bike is shut
down, resulting in little or no oil remaining in the frame reservoir - ie.
no oil should appear on the dipstick when the bike is stone cold.

Doug


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From: "Pablo" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 05 Oct 1999 01:18:29 +0200

Hello. My DR350SE =B499, when is cold, the oil level on the frame is full=
 or
middle (never down the level on the frame).... and the cranckcase is full=
 (I
look in the screw, and the oil go out by this hole). Why?


_______________________________________________

                           SUZUKI DR350SE
                     "Ride the winds of change"

The Suzuki DR350SE web: www.ctv.es/USERS/pasamo
-----Mensaje original-----
De: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Para: 'DR350 list' <[e-mail]>
Fecha: martes 5 de octubre de 1999 0:41
Asunto: (dr350) lubrication problem


>I suspect my 94 DR 350 has an engine oil circulation problem.
>
>Anyone with an electric start model who can spare a few minutes of time,
>got out to your DR after it has not been ridden (when the motor is stone
>cold) pull the dipstick and see if oil registers on the dip stick and
>report back to me.  The way I understand how the oil system works is tha=
t
>most of the oil should drain back into the crankcase when the bike is sh=
ut
>down, resulting in little or no oil remaining in the frame reservoir - i=
e.
>no oil should appear on the dipstick when the bike is stone cold.
>
>Doug
>
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From: Bryan Cowger <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 04 Oct 1999 16:19:03 -0700


> Hello. My DR350SE =B499, when is cold, the oil level on the frame is fu=
ll or
> middle (never down the level on the frame).... and the cranckcase is fu=
ll (I
> look in the screw, and the oil go out by this hole). Why?

I think the screw you're referring to may be the inspection hole, located=
 on
the right side of the engine.  If so, the purpose of this is not to indic=
ate
"full", but rather to be able to tell if an unknown bike has *any* oil in
it.  As long as some oil weeps from that hole when the screw is removed,
then it is considered at least safe enough to start the engine (and then =
go
through the normal procedure of checking the oil level).

As far as where the oil goes when the bike sits -- it's a mystery to me.=20
However, I believe mine stays up in the reservoir, so my guess would be t=
hat
the non-moving oil pumps stop the flow and keep most of it up in the fram=
e.

Bryan

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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: Re: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 04 Oct 1999 19:48:45 -0400 (EDT)

Doug you are correct.You did not mention your problem.My bike was bought
new by me.When I got it it read full on the dipstick when it was ice
cold.It had 4 qrts of oil in it.I even took it back to the dealer and
the guy said "it's perfect" what an idiot.I changed the oil the next day
and discovered the extra oil.


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From: "Jeff Corsaro" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 04 Oct 1999 16:54:57 -0700

I think that the latter DRs have a ball-bearing check valve in the system,
so most of the oil stay in the frame.  The early ones, they don't have the
check valve, so most of the oil drains into the engine stump when it cools
down.  On my 99' DR350SE the dip stick would come with oil at the tip when
it was cold.

Jeff Corsaro in San Diego


----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, October 04, 1999 4:19 PM



> Hello. My DR350SE ┤99, when is cold, the oil level on the frame is full or
> middle (never down the level on the frame).... and the cranckcase is full
(I
> look in the screw, and the oil go out by this hole). Why?

I think the screw you're referring to may be the inspection hole, located on
the right side of the engine.  If so, the purpose of this is not to indicate
"full", but rather to be able to tell if an unknown bike has *any* oil in
it.  As long as some oil weeps from that hole when the screw is removed,
then it is considered at least safe enough to start the engine (and then go
through the normal procedure of checking the oil level).

As far as where the oil goes when the bike sits -- it's a mystery to me.
However, I believe mine stays up in the reservoir, so my guess would be that
the non-moving oil pumps stop the flow and keep most of it up in the frame.

Bryan

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Subject: Re: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 04 Oct 1999 20:04:38 -0700

Doug,

Whether the bike has an electric starter or not shuoldn't make any
difference.  You will see very little or no oil on the dipstick when the
bike is cold.  You see there is this thing called gravity..... :-)

Do check the oil level plug if you are in doubt about having enough oil
to start the engine.  It is located on the right side of the tranmission
case in front of where the kick starter used to be.  Loosen the bolt.
If oil seeps out then you have enough to start the engine.

If you are still in doubt, drain all of the oil out of the frame (drain
plug on the frame just above the skid plate) and then drain all of the
oil out of the engine (drain plug on the bottom of the engine).  Measure
it.  It should be pretty close to two quarts.  If you measure as much
anywhere from 28 to 32 ounces, don't worry.  Some oil will stay in the
frame and engine.  If you measure MORE than 32 ounces, worry, your
engine has been over filled with oil.  No big problem. Just don't do it
again.  Put two quarts of oil back in the frame and you are ready to
run.

Dave
(2) DR350's


Doug Bragg wrote:
>
> I suspect my 94 DR 350 has an engine oil circulation problem.
>
> Anyone with an electric start model who can spare a few minutes of time,
> got out to your DR after it has not been ridden (when the motor is stone
> cold) pull the dipstick and see if oil registers on the dip stick and
> report back to me.  The way I understand how the oil system works is that
> most of the oil should drain back into the crankcase when the bike is shut
> down, resulting in little or no oil remaining in the frame reservoir - ie.
> no oil should appear on the dipstick when the bike is stone cold.
>
> Doug


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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) lubrication problem
Date: 04 Oct 1999 17:39:09 PDT

Well Doug, I went & checked just now....not ridden bike since yesterday
morning.  W/ bike on sidestand, not moving it at all, I unscrd the dipstick,
and saw oil almost to the lower line.  This was a surprise, cause like you,
I thought all oil woulda drained down.  When I stick the dipstick in
UNSCREWED....like I normally do to check level when hot...there seems to be
two angles it can go in at separated by metal.  If I angle it into the part
toward rear of bike, I get a nearly mid-line reading between hi & lo....if I
angle stick toward front of bike, I get NO oil on stick at all.  Dont know
what to make of all this...just my results.  My bike runs great and I know
there is no oil circ problems with it.

Bryan in DAllas
95 DR 350SE


>From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
>Reply-To: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
>To: 'DR350 list' <[e-mail]>
>Subject: (dr350) lubrication problem
>Date: Mon, 4 Oct 1999 15:42:41 -0700
>
>I suspect my 94 DR 350 has an engine oil circulation problem.
>
>Anyone with an electric start model who can spare a few minutes of time,
>got out to your DR after it has not been ridden (when the motor is stone
>cold) pull the dipstick and see if oil registers on the dip stick and
>report back to me.  The way I understand how the oil system works is that
>most of the oil should drain back into the crankcase when the bike is shut
>down, resulting in little or no oil remaining in the frame reservoir - ie.
>no oil should appear on the dipstick when the bike is stone cold.
>
>Doug
>
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From: "Tom Warr" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Electrical Help
Date: 04 Oct 1999 20:04:42 -0600

Did you check that the wires to the socket are getting juice?  How about the
tail light?  Sometimes the connections in the socket get dirty or corroded,
preventing a good connection to the bulb.  TW



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From: charles w vokac <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) 110/80/18 rear way too small
Date: 05 Oct 1999 00:10:26 -0500

My rear tire is a 110/80/18.  I replaced the stock rear tire before I
knew anything about tire sizing and just went by what the Suzuki dealer
told me (honestly, he told me to get a 110/80/18).  I have been
complaining about the bike being too small for me and maybe I have
discovered one reason why.  I just saw a picture of myself on the bike
and I noticed how small the rear tire is.  The undersized rear makes the
bike look like it's tilted back - kindof like the rear tire is sitting in
a hole.  I want to change it to a 140/90/18 but Mike you said in your
9-20-99 post that this is a stretch for a stock DR.  Is the limit for a
stock street version DR 130/90/18?  Sorry for beating a dead horse!

thanks - Chuck Vokac - Panama City Beach - '92DR350S

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) 110/80/18 rear way too small
Date: 05 Oct 1999 01:18:39 EDT

Chuck;

I believe stock rear tire size is a 110/100 x 18. This tire has a taller
cross section and will be a taller tire overall (i.e. have a greater
circumfrence). The 80 series tire you have on now is not only too "low
profile" it is also pretty narrow (the actual tread width, from outside edge
to outside edge, is only 110mm's); the stock sized tire will put a 130mm wide
swath of knobs into your favorite tera firma.

Mike

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Subject: (dr350) (no subject)
Date: 05 Oct 1999 06:31:58 EDT

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From: "Mark Tynan" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: RE: (dr350) Electrical Help
Date: 05 Oct 1999 07:06:58 -0700

Bingo=21  Thanks to everyone who helped out on this one.  I went ahead a =
used an existing hole in the backplate of the tailight assy and a shiny =
new screw to fix the problem. =20

Jesse-Thanks for the number.  I=27ll try and give a call this week.  Have =
you ever been out to the Black Rock?

Mark Tynan
ext. 147


>>> Dan Schewe <dschewe=40forwardtech.com> 10/04/99 07:30AM >>>
Mark:  I had the same problem - it turned out that vibration took its =
toll=20
on the ground wire that is welded to the lamp socket.  Check all wires =
at=20
the tail light withg an ohm meter.  My taillight was mounted to the =
plastic=20
fender, not to the actual frame - the whole unit was kinda loose, but I =
let=20
it go.  Now that I have fixed the wires and bolted it through the frame=20
(subframe), I shouldn=27t have this problem anymore.

I hope this is the same problem you are experiencing....

Dan

-----Original Message-----
Sent:    Monday, October 04, 1999 9:13 AM

I=27m looking for some help on a little electrical problem I developed =
during=20
our latest trip to the Black Rock Desert.  My brake light is dead.  The=20
bulb is good and so are the front and rear brake light switches as well =
as=20
the wiring to the light itself.  All other lights on the bike work =
fine.=20
 What am I missing here?  My headlight is working but no taillight.   =
The=20
only thing I can think of that might have caused the problem is that I=20
normally remove the front and rear turn signal stalks when I ride off =
road.=20
 When I put the stalks back on this weekend, I still had a problem.

If Jesse is listening, I have got to find out where you are at in =
Grants=20
Pass.  I live in Medford so I=27m not far away.  I=27ve learned a lot from =
some=20
of your posts and have been thinking about doing a little more tinkering =
on=20
the bike...

Thanks to all,


Mark


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Electrical Help
Date: 05 Oct 1999 06:53:40 -0700

Hi Mark, I have not heard of it, where is it located? Glad you got your tail light problem fixed.
regards Jesse
http;// kientech.com

Mark Tynan wrote:

> Bingo!  Thanks to everyone who helped out on this one.  I went ahead a used an existing hole in the backplate of the tailight assy and a shiny new screw to fix the problem.
>
> Jesse-Thanks for the number.  I'll try and give a call this week.  Have you ever been out to the Black Rock?
>
> Mark Tynan
> ext. 147
>
> >>> Dan Schewe <[e-mail]> 10/04/99 07:30AM >>>
> Mark:  I had the same problem - it turned out that vibration took its toll
> on the ground wire that is welded to the lamp socket.  Check all wires at
> the tail light withg an ohm meter.  My taillight was mounted to the plastic
> fender, not to the actual frame - the whole unit was kinda loose, but I let
> it go.  Now that I have fixed the wires and bolted it through the frame
> (subframe), I shouldn't have this problem anymore.
>
> I hope this is the same problem you are experiencing....
>
> Dan
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From:   Mark Tynan [SMTP:[e-mail]]
> Sent:   Monday, October 04, 1999 9:13 AM
> To:     [e-mail]
> Subject:        (dr350) Electrical Help
>
> I'm looking for some help on a little electrical problem I developed during
> our latest trip to the Black Rock Desert.  My brake light is dead.  The
> bulb is good and so are the front and rear brake light switches as well as
> the wiring to the light itself.  All other lights on the bike work fine.
>  What am I missing here?  My headlight is working but no taillight.   The
> only thing I can think of that might have caused the problem is that I
> normally remove the front and rear turn signal stalks when I ride off road.
>  When I put the stalks back on this weekend, I still had a problem.
>
> If Jesse is listening, I have got to find out where you are at in Grants
> Pass.  I live in Medford so I'm not far away.  I've learned a lot from some
> of your posts and have been thinking about doing a little more tinkering on
> the bike...
>
> Thanks to all,
>
> Mark
>
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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Fw: BOUNCE [e-mail]:    Non-member submission from [MM2 ANDERSEN <[e-mail]>]
Date: 05 Oct 1999 08:34:10 -0600


----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, October 05, 1999 5:02 AM
ANDERSEN <[e-mail]>]


> >From [e-mail] Tue Oct 05 05:02:19 1999
> Received: from [205.56.129.101] (helo=dnsmail1.uar.navy.mil)
> by lists.xmission.com with esmtp (Exim 2.05 #1)
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> for [e-mail]; Tue, 5 Oct 1999 05:02:19 -0600
> Received: from cvn75uex02.truman.navy.mil ([205.63.6.13])
> by dnsmail1.uar.navy.mil (8.9.0/8.9.0) with ESMTP id LAA26314
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<[e-mail]>
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> To: [e-mail]
> Subject: Hello Paul from Nova Scotia
> Date: Tue, 5 Oct 1999 06:57:57 -0400
> MIME-Version: 1.0
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>
> I was recently up in Nova Scotia on a port visit,  I am in the US Navy.
> Anyway,  I brought my bicycle,  and I was riding out to a small seaside
town
> when I saw a DR parked at a gas station.  I stopped and said Hi,  his name
> was Paul and we talked for a little while.  Turned out he was on the list
> here!!  I couldnt believe it,  I told him I would say Hi on the list.
> Anyway,  goes to show that it is a small world sometimes.
>
>
>


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From: Chris  Tobey <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) carb illustration
Date: 05 Oct 1999 10:51:02 -0500

Does anybody know where I can find an exploded illustration of the carb for
my 99 DR350 dirt only model.  It has a Mikuni.

Thanks.......Chris

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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) carb illustration
Date: 05 Oct 1999 11:12:01 -0700

Hi Chris, I assume you are referring to the TM33SS pumper carb there is a complete blow up
view in the factory shop manual of this carb as well as the CVcarb.
regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

Chris Tobey wrote:

> Does anybody know where I can find an exploded illustration of the carb for
> my 99 DR350 dirt only model.  It has a Mikuni.
>
> Thanks.......Chris
>
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) Swapping DR & RMX Forks
Date: 05 Oct 1999 14:44:50 EDT

A word of caution to all of you that are going to do this mod.  Make sure you
don't machine down the RMX stem to fit it into the stock DR top steering
bearing.  The RMX stem is 28mm and the bearing is 25mm.  The bike that I have
had the conversion done by machining the RMX stem down 3mm as no alternate
bearing is available anywhere.  This resulted in a broken stem while landing
from a jump and in turn a wildly unsuccessful landing, no, it was a loud
crash!  Not fun!

I've been told that the correct way to swap is to press the DR stem into the
RMX's clamp so that you can use the stock bearings.  I think there has to be
a sleeve made to make up the extra room in the head tube or something but I'm
not sure yet.  I am in the process of doing this right now so I will have
more info next week I'm sure.

Chris in Nor Cal

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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 96 dr 350 jetting
Date: 05 Oct 1999 15:45:58 -0700

Hi Molly,  Go back to your 37.5 pilot and go Up to a 137.5 or 140 on the
main . and let me know how you are doing.
regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

molly thomas wrote:

>  any suggestions would be help full on jetting for my 96 dr350 dirt
> version.current mods as follows:   opened up air box,   cobra
> exhaust,  jetting is  130 main40 pilot  stock air filter.   it seems
> to be running lean very hot lack of get up and go the plug looks grey
> ok to what the book tells you i would appreciate any suggestion on
> jetting :  fellow drs                  jt 96 dr350


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From: "Pablo" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) New pics on my web
Date: 06 Oct 1999 02:04:16 +0200

Hello. I update my web, with new pics (me and a friend), other off-road
DR350SE... but sorry... it=B4s only in the Spanish version.
I do it because a spanish magazine (www.solomoto30.com), is going to put =
my
web in the November magazine :)

Bye (and sorry for... :) )


_______________________________________________

                           SUZUKI DR350SE
                     "Ride the winds of change"

The Suzuki DR350SE web: www.ctv.es/USERS/pasamo


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From: The Strickler's <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Latest Dirt Bike Magazine
Date: 05 Oct 1999 21:09:24 -0700

Lighter, Yellower, and still with an electric start.
The New Dirt Bike shows the New DRZ400.  It also gives a short blurb, not a
test yet.  My question to anyone who has seen the article is, are the front
forks the same as prior years?

Strick


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From: Markus LIndrgen <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) gold valves
Date: 30 Sep 1999 07:12:00 +0100

Bryan,
I read your post about goldvalves and now have some questions. If the stock
piston has too small flow area, can=B4t you make it bigger and then change
the shims. Would that give the same (great) results as installing a Gold
valve?

Also you mention dual stage rebound damping. Can you explain this further?
What=B4s the advantages of having this?=20

I like to learn as much as possible about suspension/tuning/valving. Does
anyone know a web site where I can read about this? Books?

Thanks!


Markus
Skellefte=E5, Sweden


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From: "WDSRC" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Florida Dual Sport Ride
Date: 06 Oct 1999 09:44:45 -0400

The insurance is purchased, The permit is approved!

It's Time to get your entries in for the SEMINOLE WIND DUAL SPORT RIDE on
November 6, 1999 in Eureka, FL.

The ride will be 168 easy to challenging miles of roads and jeep trails
trough the northern Ocala National Forest.

Entry forms can be found at the WDSRC website at
http://www.geocities.com/Baja/Canyon/5245

If you missed Devil's Creek, Don't Be Left Behind Again! There's a 100 rider
limit! Get your entry in TODAY!

Robert Frey
WDSRC
"Loud Pipes Risk Rights, Be Responsible, Be Quiet!"


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From: Norman j Kouba <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Latest Dirt Bike Magazine
Date: 06 Oct 1999 09:00:22 -0600



The Strickler's wrote:

> Lighter, Yellower, and still with an electric start.
> The New Dirt Bike shows the New DRZ400.  It also gives a short blurb, not a
> test yet.  My question to anyone who has seen the article is, are the front
> forks the same as prior years?
>
> Strick

Suzuki says the forks are 49mm conventionals, (at least on the dirt only models) but are not
saying if they are the dual chambered ones as the 96 and 97 RM's had.  Cross your fingers and
hope that they are the good ones, the 96 RM forks were voted boingers of the year by I believe
Dirt Bike Magazine.  I have a set on my DR, and they work really well every where, after I got
the springs right for the added mass.  Norm

Suzuki DR Suspensions
Http://www.geocities.com/motorcity/2299



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Subject: Re: (dr350) Swapping DR & RMX Forks
Date: 06 Oct 1999 12:16:43 EDT

Chris

Will be looking forward to hearing more about the proper way..proper year
RMX,RM fork swap... Thanks

Guy

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) RMX/DR Fork swap
Date: 06 Oct 1999 13:04:36 EDT

I have learned a bit more since yesterday...

JN Innovations in Hayward, CA (800-883-5332, jn-innovations.com) has done
more than a few like swaps.  They are a suspension tuning company that also
does some machine work through John's (the owner) dads machine shop next
door.  John himself has an XR600 with YZ250 forks on which he had to perform
a similar operation.

Bascially what he is doing for me is taking 91 RMX forks and their clamps
and, instead of using the RMX stem that comes with the bottom clamp then
having to machine the stem down 3 mm to fit the top bearing, he is pressing
the DR stem into the RMX clamp.  Since the DR stem is smaller at the top he
has to also press in a bushing to make it equal to the RMX diameter.  This
allows me to not modify any critical parts and to use stock bearings.  He
said he has had no problems with years of hard riding on the others he has
done.

The way I see it is instead of taking something big and shaving it down
(which caused the breakage) he is taking the DR stem and building it up.
According to the owner of my local shop, Hayward Honda/Suzuki, which has been
in business for 28 years, they have never seen a stem bolt snap like mine
did.  I am not worried that the DR stem is 3mm less in diameter.

He is rushing it to get it back to me on Thursday night.  Hopefully he will
be able to finish the job.  I am signed up for the 500 mile Ridge Runners
ride this weekend with plenty of fast dirt sections.  Don't think I won't be
a little slow and puckered over the first few rough sections....

Chris in Nor Cal

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) Latest Dirt Bike Magazine
Date: 06 Oct 1999 17:44:02 EDT

 From all the info I have been able to gather the new DRZ400 recycles
absolutely nothing from the DR350. This appears to be a totally fresh
machine. Cant wait to see one up close.

Mike A.
Nashville

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) RMX/DR Fork swap
Date: 06 Oct 1999 19:28:55 EDT

Chris,

Are the 91 RMX forks USD?  Where did you find them?
Is the stem one piece with the lower triple clamp? Meaning you'll use the
lower DR clamp and stem with the upper RMX triple clamp which needs the
bushing??
(Some sort of drawing-email program would be nice for you to explain this!)


Guy

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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) 110/80/18 rear way too small
Date: 06 Oct 1999 19:53:38 -0700

Chuck,

Regarding your tire size choices.... I just replaced a 120/100/18 Dunlop
K695 on the rear of my DR.  I found that it had been rubbing on the
inside of the swingarm.  A clear indication that it was to wide.  I
realize that this is an off-road only tire, and that is what I use since
I only ride off-road, but I think the same would hold true for a DOT
approved tire of the same size.  I now have a Dunlop 755 (110/100/18)
mounted and it seems to be better size choice.


BTW, I prefer the taller sidewall of the 100 series tires for the same
reason you might.

Dave

charles w vokac wrote:
>
> My rear tire is a 110/80/18.  I replaced the stock rear tire before I
> knew anything about tire sizing and just went by what the Suzuki dealer
> told me (honestly, he told me to get a 110/80/18).  I have been
> complaining about the bike being too small for me and maybe I have
> discovered one reason why.  I just saw a picture of myself on the bike
> and I noticed how small the rear tire is.  The undersized rear makes the
> bike look like it's tilted back - kindof like the rear tire is sitting in
> a hole.  I want to change it to a 140/90/18 but Mike you said in your
> 9-20-99 post that this is a stretch for a stock DR.  Is the limit for a
> stock street version DR 130/90/18?  Sorry for beating a dead horse!
>
> thanks - Chuck Vokac - Panama City Beach - '92DR350S



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From: "WDSRC" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) LAND USE ALERT
Date: 07 Oct 1999 00:08:14 -0400


>>                         URGENT ALERT
>>
>> The BlueRibbon Coalition just received word that Chief Dombeck is
expected
>> to announce his
>> new travel management policy next Wednesday, October 13th. U.S. Senator
>> Larry Craig is
>> seeking Congressional co-signers for the following letter to head off the
>> possibility of a "Closed
>> Unless Posted Open" policy.
>>
>> Everyone interested in protecting access to Forest Service land should
>> immediately call both your
>> Senators and your Representative - Congressional switchboard
>> #[phone] - and ask them
>> to please co-sign Senator Larry Craig's "US Forest Service Access
>> Protection" letter. If your
>> Senators or Representative need  additional information "they" should
call
>> Senator Craig's office
>> at [phone] and ask for Dan Whiting. If you use e-mail to
communicate
>> with your
>> legislators, please also phone them as well.
>>
>> This should all be self explanatory, but if "you" need additional
>> information, please call the
>> BlueRibbon Coalition office at [phone].
>>
>> The time is short, do not delay. Please make your calls right away and
>> distribute this notice
>> to your networks.
>>
>>
>> Mike Dombeck
>> Chief, USDA Forest Service
>> Auditors Building
>> Washington, DC 20250
>>
>> Dear Chief Dombeck:
>>
>>      We are writing to you today to reiterate our concerns about the
>> philosophy which governs
>> public travel on public lands.
>>
>>      As you very well know, the Forest Service governs nearly 200 million
>> acres of land in the
>> United States.  We recognize the value those lands hold for natural
>> resources, such as timber,
>> minerals, and oil, and no one can deny the opportunity they hold for
>> recreation.  Since the lands
>> are in the public domain, individual costs are minimal and the lands are
>> generally open for all to
>> use without discrimination.
>>
>>      Now we are seeing a fundamental shift into how our lands are managed
>> for people's access.
>> Historically, in the United States, we have allowed the public to travel
>on
>> lands in the public
>> domain unless it is specifically prohibited.  This is exactly the way it
>> should be -- travel with
>> reasonable restrictions where a need is demonstrated.  However, we are
>> seeing a trend in
>> management policy, specifically in the Forest Service, toward keeping our
>> public lands closed
>> unless posted open.  While the Forest Service might like this step
>backward
>> to feudal European
>> policies, it is completely unacceptable to us and those who use our
public
>> lands.
>>
>>      To say that the public cannot access their land unless the federal
>> government gives them
>> permission is in fundamental opposition to the freedoms on which our
>> country was founded.
>> Consequently, we are writing to assure you that we are willing to work
>with
>> you to find ways to
>> balance public access with protection of our environmental resources and
>> that any attempt by the
>> Forest Service to continue to lock our constituents off the land they own
>> will be fought
>> vigorously.  We cannot stand by idly and watch our constituents lose the
>> right to travel on the land
>> they own.
>>
>>      We have concerns that you will be incorporating a similar policy
into
>> your soon-to-be-released
>> transportation policy.  We want to meet with you regarding our concerns
>> before the draft
>> transportation plan is released and hope to hear from you soon.
>>
>>
>>                                     Sincerely,
>>
>>
>>
>


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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Date: Wed, 6 Oct 1999 22:43:59 -0600
Date: 06 Oct 1999 22:45:28 -0600

Jesse, sent a simple drawing which I've put up here, unfortunately, I'm
not able to get it in a format that does justice to it. But you can get
the idea.

http://members.tripod.com/ajaxut/DR350/RMX.htm

Kurt
Editor
Dual Sport News
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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Date: Wed, 6 Oct 1999 22:43:59 -0600
Date: 06 Oct 1999 22:59:01 -0600

I'm still working on it...I can get a nice image in Explorer 4 on a
PC...a shadow image on Netscape 4+...we have some of the best minds on
the web working feverishly on this...(g) Actually, I would love to do a
write up on this entire procedure for the January/February issue of DSN.
John Gill was going to work with me on it until he went on to other
pursuits. I'll even offer the DSN bike as the transplant if I had a
willing guide...We have to have something to keep us busy until the
DRZ400 is among us...

Kurt

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Wednesday, October 06, 1999 10:45 PM


> Jesse, sent a simple drawing which I've put up here, unfortunately,
I'm
> not able to get it in a format that does justice to it. But you can
get
> the idea.
>
> http://members.tripod.com/ajaxut/DR350/RMX.htm
>
> Kurt
> Editor
> Dual Sport News
> [e-mail]
>
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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: (dr350) SPRINGS
Date: 07 Oct 1999 18:19:50 -0400 (EDT)

Anyone out there looking to sell a 7.6 Eibach?I am having a hard time
getting one and figured if someone wanted a different rate they might
want to part with theirs.


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Subject: (dr350) Kurt
Date: 07 Oct 1999 19:19:24 EDT

that drawing address didn't pan out...or my computer/modem/web is goofing
up...

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From: Norman j Kouba <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) SPRINGS
Date: 07 Oct 1999 17:24:44 -0600



John wrote:

> Anyone out there looking to sell a 7.6 Eibach?I am having a hard time
> getting one and figured if someone wanted a different rate they might
> want to part with theirs.
>

John,
         I don't know of any one who wants to trade for a lighter one, but I believe Jesse at
Kientech Enginering has a few new Eibach 7.6 KG springs for sale for approx. $90.00 each and
he takes plastic if that helps.  His address is in the 2nd Cc: box.   Norm

Suzuki DR Suspensions
http;//www.geocities.com/motorcity/2299


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) SPRINGS
Date: 07 Oct 1999 16:56:02 -0700

Hi John, Yes as Norm says I have 4 of the Eibach 7.6kg/mm springs on the shelf.
also I have the Race Tech 3 spring kits in stock.
Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com
90 Fire breathing 435

John wrote:

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> getting one and figured if someone wanted a different rate they might
> want to part with theirs.
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From: "Hoge, Neill" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Air box
Date: 08 Oct 1999 07:52:09 -0400

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Hi all,

After looking at the list archives and other places I was anxious to squeeze
a few more HP out of my 99 DR350 dirt. I took off the air box cover to test
the results and couldn't even get the bike to start. Replaced the cover and
after 3 or 4 more kicks it cranked right up. Glad I didn't cut anything.
Obviously there is something I am missing, should I fool with the carb
adjustments? Everything is stock. Any suggestions very appreciated!.

Neill


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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) feedback on fat MT-21; wreck
Date: 08 Oct 1999 05:04:57 PDT

Hey guys-

I've ridden about 100 miles on my new Pirelli MT-21s.  First time I've had
such a knobby tire on front.  Good news is that the front didn't produce any
vibes or weird handling on the road.  I also can tell that it bites in
sand/gravel like the IRC GP-110 never would.  The rear, the largest that
Pirelli makes (130 or 140?/90/19) barely fits in there, and it grabs alot
better than the next smaller size I had on there before.

Thanks to all this extra grip....I managed to do a little hi-side yesterday.
  I was zipping along through a flat grassy field, and decided to lock up
the rear to see how differently it might slide.  Well, a few seconds later,
after sliding 10 feet or so while leaning to the left...front tire turned
slightly in the direction I was sliding, I dont know if the rear and/or
front bit harder all the sudden, or if I turned handlebar back the other
way.  anyway, went down hard on my right side w/ leg under bike.  I thought
I had really screwed my knee for a minute, but got up to find that it was
OK.  I do think I've broken a little bone in my foot though....will get Xray
later today.  I feel stupid!

BTW, I went down pretty hard/fast, taking quite a blow on the Alumilite 7000
bars and Acerbis handguards (plastic only, not w/ the metal insert).  Bars
and handguards laughed at the fall...no problems.  A fall of half that had
previously bent my stock bars.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR350SE


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) Air box
Date: 08 Oct 1999 08:10:12 EDT


Neil,
 Any major adjustment to the amount of air your bike receives is going to
require an adjustment to the amount of fuel it needs. That is where the extra
HP comes from. This also applies to changing the exhaust system. Your best
bet is to decide what mods you want and do them all at once then have your
carb re-jetted. Or if you are feeling really frisky you can tinker with the
jetting your self. Hop this helps a little.

Mike A.
Nashville







n a message dated 10/8/99 6:55:25 AM Central Daylight Time,
[e-mail] writes:

<< Hi all,

 After looking at the list archives and other places I was anxious to squeeze
 a few more HP out of my 99 DR350 dirt. I took off the air box cover to test
 the results and couldn't even get the bike to start. Replaced the cover and
 after 3 or 4 more kicks it cranked right up. Glad I didn't cut anything.
 Obviously there is something I am missing, should I fool with the carb
 adjustments? Everything is stock. Any suggestions very appreciated!.

 Neill >>

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From: [e-mail] (Chesley, Andrus)
Subject: (dr350) Re: GPS mount/usage
Date: 08 Oct 1999 19:24:05 -0500

Steve and others
I use a Garmin III with the moving map on  a mount from ACool which
mounts on the handlebars, has a velcroe bottom and a strap for holding
it on.  I also have installed a hook up to run the GPS off the DR's
batt.  Really works out great. This map doesn't show the back roads but
you can enter way points found in Street Atlas by Delorme and it's
pretty close on the GPS.  It also ranges out so you can see US And Major
State highways and gives you an idea where your at in relation to them.
I do not travel without it on either my BMW R11R or the DR350SE....
(stock 'cept for seat/gastank/adjustable idle screw) ;-)..

--
Cheers and Best Regards
Andy Chesley @ 56 and ticking
'97 BMW R11RA (Amiga)
'97 Suzuki DR350SE (Suzy)
"So Many Roads, So Little Time"
http://www.deltech.net/members/aches




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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Re: GPS mount/usage
Date: 09 Oct 1999 11:57:31 -0700

"Chesley, Andrus" wrote:
>
> Steve and others
> I use a Garmin III with the moving map on  a mount from ACool which
> mounts on the handlebars, has a velcroe bottom and a strap for holding
> it on.  I also have installed a hook up to run the GPS off the DR's
> batt.  Really works out great. This map doesn't show the back roads but
> you can enter way points found in Street Atlas by Delorme and it's
> pretty close on the GPS.  It also ranges out so you can see US And Major
> State highways and gives you an idea where your at in relation to them.
> I do not travel without it on either my BMW R11R or the DR350SE....
> (stock 'cept for seat/gastank/adjustable idle screw) ;-)..
>
> --
> Cheers and Best Regards
> Andy Chesley @ 56 and ticking

Andy and all,
    I use a similar setup to yours. Did you mean to say that
your GPS mount is from A-Loop? I've used different GPS units
for nine years now, on my BMW GSPD, a small off road Yamaha,
and now on my new DR350. If you haven't found them yet,
Purple Products has the Garmin type jacks they make. I've
made 12V cords for each vehicle I may want to use it on.
Have also made my own GPS to computer cable, there is a
schematic available on the internet.
    I just purchased a Palm IIIx PDA which I intend to add into
the system. I know that there is a way to download one of
the DeLorme programs into it, and therefore have complete
moving map availability. I'm looking for someone who has
already done this that may be able to give me some advice on
this project.
    I've been mostly laid up for a few months due to a knee
problem, and I'm trying to complete this project for when I
can resume riding in another month or so.
    Thanks in advance for any help.

Wayne Marsulß, Escondido, CA
"Casual Collector of Classic Hondas"
http://www.mikthebik.com/
 BMW R100GSPD (La Tortuga Coja)
 Suzuki DR350SE
         Member:
 Adventure (Combat) Touring List
 BMW GS Mailing List
 BMW Motorcycle Owners of America
 Internet BMW Riders
 Airheads Beemer Club #165
 United Sidecar Association
 San Diego Antique Motorcycle Club
 Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club
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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 96 dr 350 jetting
Date: 09 Oct 1999 15:49:19 -0700

Hi Bryan I have a 90 Dr350 dirt model.
435 bore kit,. ported head, megacycle cam{mild grind} carb bored to 35mm, Vortex
airbox, Whitebros oversize head pipe, and mega 4 exhaust {former fmf system} I am
running a 155main, stock pilot needle in the 4th groove and can run at 7000 feet with
no noticeable effects. The reason for this is in my opinion is the engine is set up to
flow lots of fuel and air mixture with the carb,head porting, cam, larger head pipe,
and freer flowing exhaust  and is not being strangled by an airbox that is only set up
to flow less than what a stock head will flow with the door off and the filter removed
{see the flowbench results on my website}.  This I why the original Magic airbox was so
popular since 1992 and why I picked it up after they quit making it. Your described
scenario confirms in my opinion why you were expriencing a rich condition around 5000
ft.
Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

Bryan Cowger wrote:

> > molly thomas wrote:
> >
> > any suggestions would be help full on jetting for my 96 dr350 dirt
> > version.
> > current mods as follows:   opened up air box,   cobra exhaust,  jetting
> > is  130 main
> > 40 pilot  stock air filter.   it seems to be running lean very hot lack of
> > get up and go the plug looks grey ok to what the book tells you i would
> > appreciate any suggestion on jetting :  fellow drs                  jt 96
> > dr350
>
> I'm currently running this setup:
>
> '96 DR441 (White Brother's modification)
> HiPo Suzuki cam
> Opened-up airbox
> FMF Megamax exhaust with 9 disks plus spacers
> Ground away the bead on the header pipe
> 50% race gas (mostly to run a bit cooler)
> Elevation is between sea level and 6000'
>
> With that, I'm running the stock 37.5 idle jet and a 137.5 main.  The needle
> is down one clip position from the middle.
>
> Yesterday we were riding between about 3000' and 5000' -- I could tell that
> it was a bit rich at the higher elevations.  However, down around
> 3000-3500', everything seemed just about right.  The T-handle idle screw
> helps -- I had that cranked down to about 1.25 turns at the higher
> elevations, and opened up to about 2.25 at the lower spots.
>
> I could probably drop down to a 135 main for 4000-6000' and be a bit better
> off.
>
> It sounds like you could be running rich at idle and lean when the throttle
> is opened up.  When you do the plug reads, are you killing the engine as the
> throttle is opened up, or does it idle for a few seconds first?  As you may
> know, you need to hit the kill button after running the bike for a few
> seconds at the throttle position you're trying to adjust.
>
> I hope this helps,
> Bryan
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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 96 dr 350 jetting
Date: 09 Oct 1999 16:03:53 -0700

Molly  go back to your 37.5 pilot and go up to a 140 main and then see
how that performs. then check your plug color, You may have to drop the
clip on the needle to the fourth groove if its still to lean,  {White to
light gray  plug color.}
Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

molly thomas wrote:

>  any suggestions would be help full on jetting for my 96 dr350 dirt
> version.current mods as follows:   opened up air box,   cobra
> exhaust,  jetting is  130 main40 pilot  stock air filter.   it seems
> to be running lean very hot lack of get up and go the plug looks grey
> ok to what the book tells you i would appreciate any suggestion on
> jetting :  fellow drs                  jt 96 dr350


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) air box mods
Date: 09 Oct 1999 23:09:06 -0700

HI Scott,  boy, sorry Scott I missed your message, The head that  am referring to is the flow
through the cylinder head with the valves at full open position the flow bench is simulating the
piston in a downward direction pulling a vacuum rated at a 24inch water column, the flow at this
point is 148cfm which is quite good. Then we attach the carb to the head which has enough restiction
to drop the flow to 145cfm the airbox tested by itself only flows 134.3 cfm this is the bottleneck
you remove the bottle neck and you receive an extra 11cfm more  through the engine .If you increase
the displacement ''bigger piston'' you pull even more without the roadblock in front of the carb if
you put the dirt carb on and bore it out to 35mm and put a larger headpipe on and a freer flowing
exhaust system it just keeps getting better the more you do to enhance the flow, porting and cam
just adds even more. the vortex just supports the capability of the engine to pull what it is setup
to pull through itself. I hope I made this understandable.
regards Jesse


Scott Aldrich wrote:

> jessekientz wrote:
> >
> > Hi Joe, they are used in a lot of air boxes, and do let in more air, how ever in some cases
> > they can create a turbulence condition that does more harm than good. In being an airbox
> > manufacturer I have studied this area with considerable diligence. Its like porting you can't
> > just take out material to create a positive smooth flow sometimes you have to add material to
> > keep the flow moving without creating eddy's which are small areas of turbulence. I don't mean
> > to get carried away here but I feel That the whole storey should be presented in an
> > understandable manner.  The DR350 stock airbox substantiated by a flowbench test flows 134cfm
> > {cubic feet per minute}with a freshly serviced air filter element. It flows 142 cfm with the
> > door off and flows 145cfm with the filter clear out. The head flows 148cfm with the valves at
> > full lift and the carb flows 145cfm. from this information you can see why the vortex hiflow
> > air box that flows 265cfm which sets the engine up for any stage of performance modification
> > in existance. The little 1'' ports are not very effective and can set up conditions that would
> > be counter productive. Hope this information helps.
> > regards Jesse
>
> Hi Jesse,
>
>   Could you please define what the "head" actually is?  And if I do the
> 435 kit, does that improve the "head" flow to greater than 148cfm?  If
> the head flows greater than 148cfm after the upgrade, and I improve the
> air flow at the box by putting on your airbox, then it would seem that
> the stock carb would be limiting everything to 145cfm which would negate
> all of the other improvements.  If that's true, then how do you overcome
> the carb?
>
> Thanks for any information.
>
> --
> Scott Aldrich
> '98 Suzuki DR350SE


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Subject: (dr350) holidays
Date: 10 Oct 1999 08:46:01 +0100

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From: "chasmatic" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) feedback on fat MT-21; wreck
Date: 10 Oct 1999 23:04:29 -0500

Bryan,

Really appreciate you crash testing all these aftermarket products.  Saves
me from having to do it myself.  BTW, am thinking about buying a new set of
shoulder pads, chest protector.  The Thor Scattershield is my current fav.
Want to check them out and get back to me?  :-)

Harral (I'd do it myself but it's too cold in Minnesota)


-----Original Message-----


>Hey guys-
>
>I've ridden about 100 miles on my new Pirelli MT-21s.  First time I've had
>such a knobby tire on front.  Good news is that the front didn't produce
any
>vibes or weird handling on the road.  I also can tell that it bites in
>sand/gravel like the IRC GP-110 never would.  The rear, the largest that
>Pirelli makes (130 or 140?/90/19) barely fits in there, and it grabs alot
>better than the next smaller size I had on there before.
>
>Thanks to all this extra grip....I managed to do a little hi-side
yesterday.
>  I was zipping along through a flat grassy field, and decided to lock up
>the rear to see how differently it might slide.  Well, a few seconds later,
>after sliding 10 feet or so while leaning to the left...front tire turned
>slightly in the direction I was sliding, I dont know if the rear and/or
>front bit harder all the sudden, or if I turned handlebar back the other
>way.  anyway, went down hard on my right side w/ leg under bike.  I thought
>I had really screwed my knee for a minute, but got up to find that it was
>OK.  I do think I've broken a little bone in my foot though....will get
Xray
>later today.  I feel stupid!
>
>BTW, I went down pretty hard/fast, taking quite a blow on the Alumilite
7000
>bars and Acerbis handguards (plastic only, not w/ the metal insert).  Bars
>and handguards laughed at the fall...no problems.  A fall of half that had
>previously bent my stock bars.
>
>Bryan in Dallas
>95 DR350SE
>
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Subject: (dr350) recent photos
Date: 11 Oct 1999 20:35:16 -0700

I've posted some photos on last month's dual sport ride, the Tarmac to Timberline, hosted by Dual Star, on my website -

http://members.tripod.com/dougb1969/99ttt/99ttt.html



Doug
'94 DR350-SE


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From: "WDSRC" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) CLINTON CONSIDERING MASSIVE LAND CLOSURE
Date: 12 Oct 1999 08:47:47 -0400


Okay Gang, Sorry To Bore ya'll With This Kinda Stuff, But It Comes Directly
From The AMA, And It Effects Riders Of All Types Of Dual Sports!

This Is In Addition To The Road Closures! Can You Believe It!

Robert Frey
WDSRC
_________________________________________
>
>                    CLINTON CONSIDERING MASSIVE LAND CLOSURE
>
>     PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- America's off-highway motorcyclists may be
>facing the largest land closure in history, covering some 40 million
>acres within the
>national forest system, reports the American Motorcyclist Association
>(AMA).
>
>News accounts indicate that President Clinton is on the verge of
>announcing
>a massive plan to ban a variety of legal activities on an area of
>federally
>controlled lands equal in size to Virginia and West Virginia combined.
>The
>closure would be imposed through an executive order, bypassing the
>federal
>Wilderness Act that requires a congressional vote to eliminate
>off-highway
>motorized recreation.
>
>The scope of the proposal is clear from the numbers. Since the Wilderness
>Act was passed 35 years ago, 100 million acres of land have been approved
>for
>wilderness designation, which bans all commercial activities and all
>motorized
>recreation. Reports published this week indicate that with this executive
>order,
>the Clinton administration plans to add 40 million acres, mostly in
>Western states, to the wild lands category, which is a notch down from
>wilderness
>protection.
>
>The details of the Clinton plan, which could be unveiled as early as next
>week, haven't been revealed, so it's impossible to know exactly how much
>land would be affected and which activities would be banned. However,
>sources in the
>environmental movement have indicated they are hoping to target
>off-highway
>recreation with the proposal.
>
>"We are waiting to see exactly what, if anything, the administration
>announces," said Robert Rasor, executive vice president of the AMA. "If
>the reports are true, this executive order would represent a total
>repudiation of the Wilderness Act.
>
>"In the past," Rasor continued, "the merits of any wilderness legislation
>had to be publicly debated, with all sides getting a chance to make their
>case.  We don't believe circumventing that process through an executive
>order constitutes managing these lands in the public interest."  The
>Clinton plan could be as threatening to off-highway enthusiasts as an
>executive order issued by President Nixon in 1972 and one proposed by
>President Carter in the late '70s.
>
>The Nixon order was the first to call for "control and direction" of
>off-highway vehicle use on public lands. Environmentalists wanted to use
>that proposal to ban all motorized recreation while studies were done to
>determine whether off-highway vehicles were causing damage. Eventually,
>Nixon agreed to leave the lands open.
>
>Carter proposed an executive order that would have closed all public
>lands
>to motorized recreation without public comment. But an outcry from AMA
>members forced a change in the proposal.
>
>Reports have indicated that Clinton is expected to be unveil his proposal
>Wednesday, October 13, during a presidential visit to the George
>Washington
>National Forest in Virginia.
>
>
>
>The American Motorcyclist Association is a 235,000-member non-profit
>organization.  Established in 1924, the Association's purpose is to
>pursue,
>protect and promote the interests of motorcyclists, while serving the
>needs of
>its members. For more information, visit the AMA website at
>http://www.ama-cycle.org.
>
>
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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Date: Tue, 12 Oct 1999 17:38:02 -0700
Date: 12 Oct 1999 18:36:50 -0600

Someone on one of these lists sent me an e-mail asking about a rear fender
and taillight seen on a bike in a photo on my webpage, whoever this person
was, please send me the message again so I can respond (I accidentally
deleted the message before responding to it.)


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From: charles w vokac <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) bike for sale
Date: 13 Oct 1999 11:27:03 -0500

Well, I've finally decided to sell it.  After all the complaining about
one thing or another my '92 DR350S is for sale.  It's not as much because
I don't like it but because I don't want to haul it 14 hours to Virginia.
 I'm in Panama City Beach, Florida and asking $1500.

my address if interested is:
[e-mail]

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From: [e-mail] (Chesley, Andrus)
Subject: (dr350) sale time
Date: 13 Oct 1999 16:07:34 -0500

Hate to butttttttt.       For sale
'97 DR350SE   4714 miles   No  high revving or wheelstands. Same chain
and in good shape yet.  New Kenya 270 tires.    Adjustable idle needle.
IMS  3.5 gal tank with Yamaha petcock. Modified Corbin seat.  Tim
Benards side racks  Small Suzuki luggage rack.
Give me an idea of what's it's worth........   Have stock seat and gas
tank for it also.

--
Cheers and Best Regards
Andy Chesley @ 56 and ticking
'97 BMW R11RA (Amiga)
'97 Suzuki DR350SE (Suzy)
"So Many Roads, So Little Time"
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From: "ThunderSUB" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Higher displacement
Date: 14 Oct 1999 02:50:54 +0100

Hi guys,

My engine was a mess (oval cylinder) so I decided to rebore and went for a
82 mm Wiseco piston (377 cc I guess...).

I also had to replace the valve seats, head gaskets, "distribution chain"
(don't know if this the correct word...)

The cylinder has already been rebored to fit the piston.

I already have a completely opened airbox (top), no backfire screen, Twin
Air filter, straight-through exhaust, 42.5 pilot & 145 Main. With the higher
displacement will my bike gain how many HP ? 3-4 HP ? With all these mods is
my bike over 35 HP ? I am still going to use the stock 33 mm CV carb.

My DR is a 1993 S model. Should I replace the CV carb with a dirt-only DR
carb ? Is it a pumper FS carb ? How much in the US ?

Will I have to break-in the engine again ? Is it for 600 miles again or a
shorter (300 mile) break-in is enough ?

Other mods I have done was to use a PEP E-Z clutch arm and a Terminator
clutch cable.

Can't wait to try the bike !

Thanks !

ThunderSUB   (Claudio)
Lisbon, Portugal
http://drive.to/thundersub
http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/r1/index.html
http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/speed/speed.html
http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/virago/virago.html

[e-mail]
ICQ# [3072424]

* 1982 Honda Dax 70
* 1993 Suzuki DR350S
* 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) KTM ADVENTURE with PELICAN BAGS
Date: 14 Oct 1999 20:12:59 EDT

Will the guy with the KTM Adventure and the orange Pelican cases please post
the picture or web site again?  I lost it and I need to show it to a buddy.

Thanks,
Doug

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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: (dr350) RESULTS
Date: 14 Oct 1999 22:03:46 -0400 (EDT)

Well I did all my mods in one shot. Vortex airbox,Kouba links,Eibach
spring,JX needle+spring,Scotts t-handle,jetted carb and added FMF
powercore exhaust.I have only ridden home from my buddys house who
duplicated these mods on his bike so I can not yet form opinion of links
and spring.The response of the bike is is light years better.I can just
whack the throttle and the wheel will lift.The bike pulls much better
through the mid to high rpm range and seems to light up faster.I wound
up going with a 145 main, 4th clip on needle and stock pilot jet.Funny
thing my plug in the pilot hole was already gone.It took us 3 hrs from
start to test ride I thought this was pretty good time. My buddy was a
tremendous help as he knew what to do.We spent two days trying to get
his jetting right and Jesse was a big help with all my phone calls and
to him we say thanks.We first left my bike completely stock so we had a
solid thing to judge his bike against.140 was first and I beat him up
pretty good.Right up to 150 we went and this time way to much as I agian
dusted him.145 and bingo he'd pull 3 bikes on me thats where we are
at.Bryan in Dallas you have a 140 with a similar set up have you tried a
142.5 or 145?The 140 SEEMED good ans sounded right but the bike was
faster with the 145.It's hard to judge "seat of the pants" thats why we
left my bike till we worked the bugs out.Well that about covers it later
for now


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Higher displacement
Date: 14 Oct 1999 19:52:29 -0700

Hi Claudio, the pumper is the way to go its a TM33SS thumper racing sells them for about
300.00 they are more responsive, they can be bored out to 35mm the best way to go in my
opinion.
regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

ThunderSUB wrote:

> Hi guys,
>
> My engine was a mess (oval cylinder) so I decided to rebore and went for a
> 82 mm Wiseco piston (377 cc I guess...).
>
> I also had to replace the valve seats, head gaskets, "distribution chain"
> (don't know if this the correct word...)
>
> The cylinder has already been rebored to fit the piston.
>
> I already have a completely opened airbox (top), no backfire screen, Twin
> Air filter, straight-through exhaust, 42.5 pilot & 145 Main. With the higher
> displacement will my bike gain how many HP ? 3-4 HP ? With all these mods is
> my bike over 35 HP ? I am still going to use the stock 33 mm CV carb.
>
> My DR is a 1993 S model. Should I replace the CV carb with a dirt-only DR
> carb ? Is it a pumper FS carb ? How much in the US ?
>
> Will I have to break-in the engine again ? Is it for 600 miles again or a
> shorter (300 mile) break-in is enough ?
>
> Other mods I have done was to use a PEP E-Z clutch arm and a Terminator
> clutch cable.
>
> Can't wait to try the bike !
>
> Thanks !
>
> ThunderSUB   (Claudio)
> Lisbon, Portugal
> http://drive.to/thundersub
> http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/r1/index.html
> http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/speed/speed.html
> http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/virago/virago.html
>
> [e-mail]
> ICQ# [3072424]
>
> * 1982 Honda Dax 70
> * 1993 Suzuki DR350S
> * 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1
>
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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) recent photos
Date: 14 Oct 1999 20:03:56 -0700

Hi Doug, nice pictures it reminds me of  last years StHelens 100 some breath taking scenes of Rainer, StHelens,mt Baker,
and mt Hood from one view point. Some of the trails were breath taking too just don't look down.  Just keep your eyes on
the trail one mistake and its a looong ways down. I think it was the Gifford Pinchot forest area lots of trails.
Regards Jesse

Doug Bragg wrote:

> I've posted some photos on last month's dual sport ride, the Tarmac to Timberline, hosted by Dual Star, on my website -
>
> http://members.tripod.com/dougb1969/99ttt/99ttt.html
>
> Doug
> '94 DR350-SE
>
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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) RESULTS
Date: 15 Oct 1999 07:00:54 PDT

I'm glad you tried the 145 John.  I'll make the switch too.  I guess you
checked your plug color, right?

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR-350SE


>From: [e-mail] (John)
>Reply-To: [e-mail] (John)
>To: [e-mail]
>Subject: (dr350) RESULTS
>Date: Thu, 14 Oct 1999 22:03:46 -0400 (EDT)
>
>Well I did all my mods in one shot. Vortex airbox,Kouba links,Eibach
>spring,JX needle+spring,Scotts t-handle,jetted carb and added FMF
>powercore exhaust.I have only ridden home from my buddys house who
>duplicated these mods on his bike so I can not yet form opinion of links
>and spring.The response of the bike is is light years better.I can just
>whack the throttle and the wheel will lift.The bike pulls much better
>through the mid to high rpm range and seems to light up faster.I wound
>up going with a 145 main, 4th clip on needle and stock pilot jet.Funny
>thing my plug in the pilot hole was already gone.It took us 3 hrs from
>start to test ride I thought this was pretty good time. My buddy was a
>tremendous help as he knew what to do.We spent two days trying to get
>his jetting right and Jesse was a big help with all my phone calls and
>to him we say thanks.We first left my bike completely stock so we had a
>solid thing to judge his bike against.140 was first and I beat him up
>pretty good.Right up to 150 we went and this time way to much as I agian
>dusted him.145 and bingo he'd pull 3 bikes on me thats where we are
>at.Bryan in Dallas you have a 140 with a similar set up have you tried a
>142.5 or 145?The 140 SEEMED good ans sounded right but the bike was
>faster with the 145.It's hard to judge "seat of the pants" thats why we
>left my bike till we worked the bugs out.Well that about covers it later
>for now
>
>
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From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Lighter?
Date: 15 Oct 1999 10:34:56 EDT

I don't think so.  The reports I have read suggest the new DR400 is 291 lbs light.  I heard they are makeing three versions of the bike.  On street model, (heavy), the enduro (about 260) and the motocross ( about 240).  Now the added horse power will lighten things up a bit.   Why can't they simply take the motocross version and put lights on it?   Also, I have read when the radiator collects mud, it no longer cools.   Now I know most of us, don't like going into the thick stuff, but if I  just happened to be in it, I don't need extra strife in my life.  Any way thats what I found out.  Ha, by the time you get this, the news will be out.

Tim Yetter
99 DR350SEX
Cut out Airbox
links and 7.6kg/mm spring
Pumper 140(2nd notch)
Big gun Exhaust
Maryland

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Subject: (dr350) remove
Date: 15 Oct 1999 11:50:44 EDT

remove

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From: [e-mail] (Heston LaMar)
Subject: (dr350) Tire Pressure
Date: 15 Oct 1999 13:36:09 -0400

I am running MT21s on my 94 350SE.  Last dual sport ride that I did, I accidentally let too much pressure out of my front tire -- down to 10psi!  I had no replacement air other than a full fill CO2, so I decided to risk it.  I was on some very rocky uphill terrain at times running as fast as 30mph.  Standard tube in the tires (not extra duty ones unfortunately) + rim locks.  However, I managed to not pop the tube.  It also seemed to help incredibly well when hooking up on loose dirt and gravel roads we encountered.  Not to bad on pavement either (even at 65mph).

Anyone had any exp. w/ tube popping at particular pressures on MT21s?  Want to make sure that I am not "playing with fire" before I try this set up again.

Thanks,

Heston


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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Tire Pressure
Date: 15 Oct 1999 13:22:11 PDT

FWIW, I run my MT21s @ 22psi on the road, and for extended dirt play, lower
them to 15psi.  I have a high-quality bicycle pump (cant remember brand
name....cost $17) I bought at a bicycle store....its 12" long, 2" at the
widest point, weighs no more than a hamburger, has a rock-solid lock up on
the air valve, 20 short easy strokes = 3 psi in the tires....no problem to
let air out & put back in for transitions from road to dirt to road.  The
pump came with its own mount that fits perfectly under the back rear rail of
my luggage rack.   I have done some fast, nasty, hard rocky riding at 15 psi
as well as numerous 3-5' high jumps, and have had no tire or rim damage.
EVERYTHING in the dirt works better at these lower pressures.   Seems 10 psi
is a little low though, could set you up for some rim damage.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR-350SE

>From: [e-mail] (Heston LaMar)
>Reply-To: [e-mail] (Heston LaMar)
>To: [e-mail]
>Subject: (dr350) Tire Pressure
>Date: Fri, 15 Oct 1999 13:36:09 -0400
>
>I am running MT21s on my 94 350SE.  Last dual sport ride that I did, I
>accidentally let too much pressure out of my front tire -- down to 10psi!
>I had no replacement air other than a full fill CO2, so I decided to risk
>it.  I was on some very rocky uphill terrain at times running as fast as
>30mph.  Standard tube in the tires (not extra duty ones unfortunately) +
>rim locks.  However, I managed to not pop the tube.  It also seemed to help
>incredibly well when hooking up on loose dirt and gravel roads we
>encountered.  Not to bad on pavement either (even at 65mph).
>
>Anyone had any exp. w/ tube popping at particular pressures on MT21s?  Want
>to make sure that I am not "playing with fire" before I try this set up
>again.
>
>Thanks,
>
>Heston
>
>
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From: [e-mail] (Chesley, Andrus)
Subject: (dr350) Addy?
Date: 16 Oct 1999 07:13:39 -0500

I seem to have lost Tim Benard's email Addy..  Does anyone have it??

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Cheers and Best Regards
Andy Chesley @ 56 and ticking
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'97 BMW R11RA (Amiga)
'97 Suzuki DR350SE (Suzy)For sale
"So Many Roads, So Little Time"
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Subject: Re: (dr350) Addy?
Date: 16 Oct 1999 06:28:17 -0600

He has a new website, domain name and email:

url: www.happy-trail.com

email: [e-mail]

Kurt


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> I seem to have lost Tim Benard's email Addy..  Does anyone have it??
>
> --
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> '97 BMW R11RA (Amiga)
> '97 Suzuki DR350SE (Suzy)For sale
> "So Many Roads, So Little Time"
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Subject: (dr350) Research NKLR...
Date: 16 Oct 1999 07:21:17 -0600

Can anyone tell me what year's the Yamaha YDS3C Big Bear Scrambler was
made? I've seen examples of 1965-66 but can't find a definitive
reference otherwise....thanks.

Kurt


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Subject: (dr350) Fw: Help locate the flasher unit for my blinkers.
Date: 16 Oct 1999 09:31:07 -0600


----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, October 16, 1999 7:30 AM


> Could someone please tell me where the flasher for my blinkers is
located on
> my bike.  My bike is a 1997 DR350SE.  Thank you Jack  from New Jersey
>
>


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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: (dr350) MORE RESULTS
Date: 16 Oct 1999 20:28:15 -0400 (EDT)

Well I took my DR onto a local dirt track here on the Island and
WOW!!!!!This is a totally different bike now.The links and new spring
keep power to the ground and smooth the ride something unreal.The snappy
response is very evident when riding on a track as there are many spots
you need to slow and open it back up.There were two other bikes there a
CR125  and a CR500.Neither could hang with me.The guy on the 500 just
couldn't ride not a power deficit i'm sure.But the guy on the 125 came
right out and said I pull away on him and he can not keep up.I know the
DR is not meant for this type of riding but I wanted to try the link and
spring set up in off road conditions.I am overly impressed by the
difference these mods have made to the bike.Norm's links get my vote
along with Jesse's air box both are awesome additions to make a stock DR
wake up and ride straight in the woods.I highly recommend them to any of
you guys who are thinking of buying them.The powercore4 FMF pipe I went
with sounds nasty.It has a mean bark to it and I think I scared the kid
on his RM80 when I throttled past him today.Again Norm's links,Jesse's
airbox,an Eibach spring,JX needle+spring.Scott's t-handle,145main jet
and an FMF powercore4 exhaust and I have a totally different bike it's
great!!!!!


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From: chris <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) bike make over
Date: 16 Oct 1999 19:18:03 -0700 (PDT)

Here's what I plan on doing for my recently purchased
(used of course) 1990 DR350. These plans are just
tentative so give me some feedback and suggestions on
changes that I should consider. I want to switch the
rear fender with a moto-x fender, but I don't know
what rear moto-x fender I should get. I also plan on
buying the dual sport kit minus the directionals. Then
I'll get the acerbis handguarrds with the directionals
built in. The only thing I'm concerned with that idea
is if I break a hand guard then I have to shell out 70
bucks again. Then I want to pick up some flush
mounting directionals for the rear. If anyone knows
who retails these, it would be a great help. Then I
plan on getting a Pirelli MT-21 for the rear. I
haven't had any experience with them, but I do hear
good reviews on them. I also am thinking about getting
a new muffler system. What do you recommend? I
wouldn't mind getting something that can be tuned to
have a really nice like throatty growl to it, but can
be tuned to make it quieter for those runs where I
might run into easily disturbed people. What type of
air filters are recommended, or does it really make a
differnce. I was planning on a UNI, but I don't know.
Lastly, I think my engine might be due for a rebuild.
If the rebuild will cost more than $400, then I think
I'll just buy a big bore kit. This sounds expensive,
but I figure I wanted to convert a dirt bike to the
street anyways. So that was atleast $500 extra on what
ever bike I got. Though, if I got a dirt bike with no
oil leaks and it was running fine for 1990, the
average asking price that I found was like around
1,500 or more. I got my bike for $800, then spent $160
getting a "tune up". The bike now, leaks like a half
of a fluid ounce of oil after I'm riding for an hour
or so. How urgent is this repair? Any thoughts and
replies would be great. I'll try to get a before and
after picture of this project that I plan to tackle
this winter. Hopefully it'll all go to plan and
everything will fall into place.

Thanks for your time,



Chris


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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) Tire Pressure
Date: 16 Oct 1999 20:27:28 -0700

I've never had a flat in 11,000+ miles on my 94 DR SE that I bought new in
May of 94.  I run MT-21 on rear and at times have also used MT-21 on front.
 My solution for re-inflating tires is to carry a small bicycle style
cylinder style pump, the ones mountain bikers carry.
I run my tires (all types of terrain including blacktop) at 13-14 PSI and I
don't have rimlocks, nor do I plan to install them.

db

-----Original Message-----
Sent:    Friday, October 15, 1999 10:36 AM

I am running MT21s on my 94 350SE.  Last dual sport ride that I did, I
accidentally let too much pressure out of my front tire -- down to 10psi!
 I had no replacement air other than a full fill CO2, so I decided to risk
it.  I was on some very rocky uphill terrain at times running as fast as
30mph.  Standard tube in the tires (not extra duty ones unfortunately) +
rim locks.  However, I managed to not pop the tube.  It also seemed to help
incredibly well when hooking up on loose dirt and gravel roads we
encountered.  Not to bad on pavement either (even at 65mph).

Anyone had any exp. w/ tube popping at particular pressures on MT21s?  Want
to make sure that I am not "playing with fire" before I try this set up
again.

Thanks,

Heston


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) Had to do it!
Date: 17 Oct 1999 00:34:24 EDT

Thanks to everyone on the DR list for sharing their knowledge and experience.
 I have sold my 97 DR350. I wanted a high performance 4 stroke dirtbike and
the Suzuki just was going to be it, no matter how much money I spent.  So, I
now am the proud owner of a 1999 YZ400F.

Thanks again.  Good luck to all.

Steve

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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Dual Sport News November/December Issue...
Date: 17 Oct 1999 12:36:41 -0600

A shameless plug follows.

The November/December issue goes to press shortly. Are you a subscriber?
Or, will you miss a great issue. Here are some features you'll miss if
you're not in the mailing queue:

1. Feature (Robert Morgan): Elden Carl's King KLR: The Real Deal

This is Dual Sport News' response to the Rider KLR article. Robert
visits Elden in his remote desert shop and comes away with many of the
tricks that make Elden's bike the King. A complete list of Elden's
resources follows the article.

2. As I See It (Gino Pokluda): Ten Dual Sports To Remember

The founder and editor emeritus of Dual Sport News, takes a look back
over the last hundred years and highlights the bikes that have shaped
our experience.

3. Adventure Touring (Robert Runyard): Into the Atacoma

Adventure Touring author, Robert Runyard, takes us on a thrilling ride
deep into the exotic lands of Peru and Chile in search of the tallest
volcano in the world. He rides a borrowed R80GS to 15,000 feet and
lreturns to tell about it.

4. KLR Page (Arne Larsen): A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing

The listmeister and owner/proprieter of www.mac-d custom products puts
the Big Gun, Supertrapp IDS, and Stock exhausts to a metered test to
determine just how loud is loud. His article includes excerpts from his
interview with Mr. Big Gun, Mike Young.  The results may surprise you.

5. Homegrown (Verle Nelson): 1972 BSA 650 Dual Sport

From the scrapbook and memories of Verle Nelson, a unique and wonderful
look at the last attempt to create a custom dual sport mount based on
the venerable British Twin.

6. DR Page (Kurt Simpson): The DR350 Vortex Air Box

Jesse Kientz of Oregon has resurrected the former Cycle Gear Magic Air
Box and produced a product that lets the DR breathe as its should. The
results are remarkable.

7. Technical Insights (Elden Carl): The KLR balancer and clutch
upgrades.

Elden details (once again) the importance of upgrading pre-1996 KLR
clutch and balancer assemblies. According to the author, these upgrades
are essential if you wish to approach the reliability of the more recent
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From: "Colin Parkes" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Fw: Help locate the flasher unit for my blinkers.
Date: 17 Oct 1999 22:20:13 +0400

I think it may be behind your headlight

later

Col.

UK
'92 350sn

-----Original Message-----


>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: <[e-mail]>
>To: <[e-mail]>
>Sent: Saturday, October 16, 1999 7:30 AM
>Subject: Help locate the flasher unit for my blinkers.
>
>
>> Could someone please tell me where the flasher for my blinkers is
>located on
>> my bike.  My bike is a 1997 DR350SE.  Thank you Jack  from New Jersey
>>
>>
>
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From: "Bob Thompson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) DR parts for sale
Date: 17 Oct 1999 16:53:10 -0700

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The after market parts will fit any 90 or later DR 250/350.
All parts are in good condition.
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lever, headlight with mounts, shock spring, left side number plate, =
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mount, top triple clamp, fork caps, fork boots, foot pegs and mounts.
=20
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with my already modified damping rods, bottom bolts and springs, Acerbis =
HP headlight (wht), modified (for improved flow) stock air box with =
three filters, White Bros. 1 1/2 head pipe.
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I'll except any reasonable offers.
I'm in Sacramento Ca.
Will ship ups or postal with pre pay or ups cod.
Feel free to call and leave a message if I don't pickup.
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From: "Tom Warr" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Lighter?
Date: 18 Oct 1999 00:26:28 -0600

Cycle World magazine reports the new DR400 will have only 5 speeds.  If
true:  too bad.  The six speed trans on my DRS 350 is a uniquely nice
feature.  TW



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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: (dr350) HEADER PIPE
Date: 18 Oct 1999 17:31:28 -0400 (EDT)

Anyone out there know if my FMF exhuast will fit on a White Bros 1 1/2
header pipe?It's the same as the Megamax2 in diameter.Thanks guys


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From: "Guy Schneider" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) $64 Question
Date: 19 Oct 1999 12:16:04 -0700

Here is the dilemma I am sure many of us are wrestling with and I want to
here your thoughts....

I currently own a 94 DRs that is basically stock except for the following
mods.
    - replaced the c.v. carb with the Mikuni pumper rejetted to 142.5
    - replaced airbox with jesse's Vortex
    - removed CA emissions
    - replaced steel handelbars with Answer alum.
    - installed lever guards
    - installed Dunlop 739s on front and back
    - stripped all street stuff except for speedo and odom.

I never ride street and enjoy the track as much as I do the trails.  The
bike runs great but has obvious limitations in suspension and exhaust for
the riding that I desire.
The challenge is were do I go from here?  Currently I have apx. $3400
invested and am happy but like many - always want more.  Where will I get
the biggest improvement for my buck, keeping in mind that the new DRZ400E
(which looks great by the way) will run apx $5600 plus CA tax of $460 and
solve many of the issues I have and likely a few more?

a)    Big Gun header pipe, silencer and spark arrestor - $350
b)    Front and rear suspension upgrade - (Kouba link, springs, gold valves)
$600 (based on what I have read in this forum)
c)    do nothing else, sell the bike for apx. $2600 - $3000 and get a new DR400

Your thoughts?

Regards,

Guy


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) $64 Question
Date: 19 Oct 1999 15:37:53 EDT

Upgrade the suspension; Kouba link and fork improvements (springs, fork
emulators). The bike will handle much better and you'll be able to run it
much faster through the tougher sections (it still won't be a motocross bike).

Mike
' 93 DR350

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From: "Owen G" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 19 Oct 1999 15:59:55 PDT

  I just got my dennis kirk catalog and was looking in the exhaust section
when I saw this exhaust.  Its called the supertrapp IDS(internal disk
system).  Has anyone had any experience with this exhaust?  It sounds like
it is pretty decent but no one on here ever says anything about it.  It has
and internal disk system that sounds like it would probably work pretty
good.  I am looking to buy an exhaust and I am now considering the IDS.  Any
help would be greatly appreciated to steer me in the right direction.

owen
92' dr350s

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From: "J. Carton" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 19:34:31 -0400

I have the Supertrapp IDS and am very happy with it. No more burned
fenders. Good horsepower gain (as much as can be expected). Low
maintenence. Easy on the wallet. I am surprised no one else has
mentioned it.

Joe C
94 DR350SE

Owen G wrote:
>
>   I just got my dennis kirk catalog and was looking in the exhaust section
> when I saw this exhaust.  Its called the supertrapp IDS(internal disk
> system).  Has anyone had any experience with this exhaust?  It sounds like
> it is pretty decent but no one on here ever says anything about it.  It has
> and internal disk system that sounds like it would probably work pretty
> good.  I am looking to buy an exhaust and I am now considering the IDS.  Any
> help would be greatly appreciated to steer me in the right direction.
>
> owen
> 92' dr350s
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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 19 Oct 1999 16:35:35 -0700

"J. Carton" wrote:
>
> I have the Supertrapp IDS and am very happy with it. No more burned
> fenders. Good horsepower gain (as much as can be expected). Low
> maintenence. Easy on the wallet. I am surprised no one else has
> mentioned it.
>
> Joe C
> 94 DR350SE

Joe,
    Compared to the stock, about how much louder would you say it is?
Wayne Marsula'
Escondido, CA

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Subject: Re: (dr350) $64 Question
Date: 19 Oct 1999 19:58:04 EDT


In a message dated 10/19/99 12:18:09 PM, [e-mail] writes:

<< Here is the dilemma I am sure many of us are wrestling with and I want to

here your thoughts....


I currently own a 94 DRs that is basically stock except for the following

mods.

    - replaced the c.v. carb with the Mikuni pumper rejetted to 142.5

    - replaced airbox with jesse's Vortex

    - removed CA emissions

    - replaced steel handelbars with Answer alum.

    - installed lever guards

    - installed Dunlop 739s on front and back

    - stripped all street stuff except for speedo and odom.


I never ride street and enjoy the track as much as I do the trails.  The

bike runs great but has obvious limitations in suspension and exhaust for

the riding that I desire.

The challenge is were do I go from here?  Currently I have apx. $3400

invested and am happy but like many - always want more.  Where will I get

the biggest improvement for my buck, keeping in mind that the new DRZ400E

(which looks great by the way) will run apx $5600 plus CA tax of $460 and

solve many of the issues I have and likely a few more?


a)  Big Gun header pipe, silencer and spark arrestor - $350

b)  Front and rear suspension upgrade - (Kouba link, springs, gold valves)

$600 (based on what I have read in this forum)

c)  do nothing else, sell the bike for apx. $2600 - $3000 and get a new DR400


Your thoughts?


Regards,


Guy >>

I say you try and ride a bike that has been done and see how you like
it....Chris

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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 19 Oct 1999 19:48:49 -0700

If I was going to get an aftermarket exhaust, this is what I'd get.  Two
riding buddies use them , one on a XL600, another on a KTM 400.  They are
they quietest of all aftermarket exhausts that I've heard.

-----Original Message-----
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  I just got my dennis kirk catalog and was looking in the exhaust section
when I saw this exhaust.  Its called the supertrapp IDS(internal disk
system).  Has anyone had any experience with this exhaust?  It sounds like
it is pretty decent but no one on here ever says anything about it.  It has
and internal disk system that sounds like it would probably work pretty
good.  I am looking to buy an exhaust and I am now considering the IDS.
 Any
help would be greatly appreciated to steer me in the right direction.

owen
92' dr350s

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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Re: DR400
Date: 20 Oct 1999 07:39:27 -0700

Hi Stuart, Its a litle early for those facts to come forth but I got some
inside news yesterday. of a meeting that will happen on thursday and
these figures will probably come out then. If they do I will post them on
the list. The fact that the DRZ400 has an fcr39 carb with the throttle
positioning sensor an 12 to1 compression ratio tell me it will have
significant Hp figures. That is about all I know now except that also the
frame is based on the RMX Chassis but with 49 MM conventional forks.

Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

Stuart wrote:

> jesse,
>
> Any info on the HP/Torque on the new DR400's. I am looking at the new
> Dual Sport versus the new Honda XR650R with a baja designs kit.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Staurt Hochfelder


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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 08:57:25 -0600

  I just got my dennis kirk catalog and was looking in the exhaust section
when I saw this exhaust.  Its called the supertrapp IDS(internal disk
system).  Has anyone had any experience with this exhaust?  It sounds like
it is pretty decent but no one on here ever says anything about it.  It has
and internal disk system that sounds like it would probably work pretty
good.  I am looking to buy an exhaust and I am now considering the IDS.  Any
help would be greatly appreciated to steer me in the right direction.

owen
92' dr350s

It is a popular addition on KLR's...it is comparable to stock in noise and
much quieter than the Big Gun. The upcoming issue of Dual Sport News has a
comparison with decibel readings of the Big Gun, SuperTrapp IDS, and stock
(KLR).

Kurt


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From: "Fred Hink" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 09:06:24 -0600


----- Original Message -----
Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 1999 8:57 AM


>   I just got my dennis kirk catalog and was looking in the exhaust section
> when I saw this exhaust.  Its called the supertrapp IDS(internal disk
> system).  Has anyone had any experience with this exhaust?  It sounds like
> it is pretty decent but no one on here ever says anything about it.  It
has
> and internal disk system that sounds like it would probably work pretty
> good.  I am looking to buy an exhaust and I am now considering the IDS.
Any
> help would be greatly appreciated to steer me in the right direction.
>
> owen
> 92' dr350s
>
> It is a popular addition on KLR's...it is comparable to stock in noise and
> much quieter than the Big Gun. The upcoming issue of Dual Sport News has a
> comparison with decibel readings of the Big Gun, SuperTrapp IDS, and stock
> (KLR).
>
> Kurt


Also Supertrapp is releasing the IDS 2 which is basically the same pipe as
the original IDS with a different end cap.  The new end cap looks like the
one on White Bros. E-series pipe.  The IDS 2 won't be released till mid
November.  You can see a picture of it on the bottom of my web page at
http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/newproduct.html

Fred Hink
XR650L List Administrator
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Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 11:54:18 EDT

In a message dated 10/20/99 10:57:09 Eastern Daylight Time, [e-mail]
writes:

> It is a popular addition on KLR's...it is comparable to stock in noise and
>  much quieter than the Big Gun. The upcoming issue of Dual Sport News has a
>  comparison with decibel readings of the Big Gun, SuperTrapp IDS, and stock
>  (KLR).

To the list;

It would also be helpful to see what HP/torque increases are achieved with
these units as compared to the factory system; is there a significant
improvement. It seems there is no free ride; if you want an exhaust that is
quiet, you do so at the cost of HP and/or torque. For an after-market exhaust
to have an "environmentally friendly" exhaust sound, it will usually not be
able to provide much of an increase in power over the stock setup. Weigh in
the cost of a "performance exhaust" and you have a pretty low return on
dollar spent per horsepower. However, they do look pretty cool and it's hard
to put a price on "coolness"........

Mike
'93 DR350

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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 09:00:45 PDT

I've not heard good things about them...sorry not more specific.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR 350SE


>From: "Owen G" <[e-mail]>
>Reply-To: "Owen G" <[e-mail]>
>To: [e-mail]
>Subject: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
>Date: Tue, 19 Oct 1999 15:59:55 PDT
>
>  I just got my dennis kirk catalog and was looking in the exhaust section
>when I saw this exhaust.  Its called the supertrapp IDS(internal disk
>system).  Has anyone had any experience with this exhaust?  It sounds like
>it is pretty decent but no one on here ever says anything about it.  It has
>and internal disk system that sounds like it would probably work pretty
>good.  I am looking to buy an exhaust and I am now considering the IDS.
>Any
>help would be greatly appreciated to steer me in the right direction.
>
>owen
>92' dr350s
>
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) Re: DR400
Date: 20 Oct 1999 12:14:57 EDT

Awesome!  My biggest beef is with the DR chassis...and front suspension... a
new chassis based on the RMX and good cartridge forks is an improvement
that's been needed to the DR line for many years!

Guy

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From: [e-mail] (Heston LaMar)
Subject: (dr350) Damping settings
Date: 20 Oct 1999 14:42:33 -0400

Anyone have any suggests on optimal damping settings on stock suspesion
(i.e., how many turns from softest or hardest)?  My terrain ranges from
very rocky terrain to gravel/dirt roads to some pavement like that found
in NC Mountains & foothills.

Thanks,

Heston
DR350SE


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From: "Owen G" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 15:40:57 PDT

List,

  Does anyone know how loud this exhaust would be on a dr.  Is it comparable
to the stock exhaust for loudness or is it more like an E.A.R.  Also, does
anyone if this exhaust uses all the standard mounting hardware?  I took a
look at the ids2 and I think if i am going to invest in an exhaust i am
going to wait for the new one to come out(that endcap looks awesome).
owen
'92 dr350s

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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: Re: (dr350) supertrapp IDS
Date: 20 Oct 1999 19:51:53 -0400 (EDT)

FMF is coming out in late November with a quieter version of the
Powercore4.I spoke with techs at FMF and they say there is minimal power
loss as compared to the original version.It will be cosiderably less
noisy.I did not want to wait and went with the original version it is
loud but not like a cobra but louder than the FMF Megamax(a disc muffler
much like the supertrapp).This was my first choice but FMF discontinued
it.Check around some dealers may still have some leftover stock it's
about  215 bucks.My powercore4 ran me 230 and the new version the
Powercore4-2 will run around 250.Yes noise=power simple as that.Exhuast
is a good mod but feeding the motor as well (Jesse's box) only compounds
gains and improves performance that much more.

                   Enuff said John






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From: [e-mail] (John)
Subject: (dr350) 2 questions
Date: 20 Oct 1999 20:36:47 -0400 (EDT)

Is the tailight on the dirt DR on operational street legal brake
light?Why does the fender on the DR 650 have vents in it and the 350
don't?


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 2 questions
Date: 20 Oct 1999 19:27:52 -0700

Hi John,    the tail light is only a single pin unit no brake light. I am not sure which
fender you are referring to, some times the front fenders are vented in general in the back to
let air through to the motor just a thought,
Jesse

John wrote:

> Is the tailight on the dirt DR on operational street legal brake
> light?Why does the fender on the DR 650 have vents in it and the 350
> don't?
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Subject: [Fwd: (dr350) Re: DR400]
Date: 20 Oct 1999 19:31:43 -0700

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Motorcycle News published the new 400 as being 15 hp more powerful than the
350.  They rated it at 45 hp.  The dirt only version was rated an additional
3  hp on top of that...48 hp.

Doug


<< Hi Stuart, Its a litle early for those facts to come forth but I got some
 inside news yesterday. of a meeting that will happen on thursday and
 these figures will probably come out then. If they do I will post them on
 the list. The fact that the DRZ400 has an fcr39 carb with the throttle
 positioning sensor an 12 to1 compression ratio tell me it will have
 significant Hp figures. That is about all I know now except that also the
 frame is based on the RMX Chassis but with 49 MM conventional forks.

 Regards Jesse
 http://kientech.com

 Stuart wrote:

 > jesse,
 >
 > Any info on the HP/Torque on the new DR400's. I am looking at the new
 > Dual Sport versus the new Honda XR650R with a baja designs kit.
 >
 > Thanks,
 >
 > Staurt Hochfelder
  >>


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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) 2 questions
Date: 20 Oct 1999 19:59:14 -0700

The tailight on the Dirt DR is only a taillight (no brake light function)

-----Original Message-----
Sent:    Wednesday, October 20, 1999 5:37 PM

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light?Why does the fender on the DR 650 have vents in it and the 350
don't?


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Subject: (dr350) What they say about us
Date: 20 Oct 1999 23:15:48 EDT

So I was listening to my favorite local talk radio show today and the subject
was noise in the city (Albuquerque, NM).  The host opened up the phone lines
to get peoples opinions about the noises that bother them most and what
should be done.  He took an unscientific poll of callers and the results were:

Number 1: Dogs barking irritated the majority of the people that called in.

Number 2: Motorcycles were the second most annoying to people.  Furthermore,
a good number of people called and wished they would be banned!  Some callers
even went on to complain about bikes and how they hated them for cutting in
and out of traffic.

It was obvious to me that they were talking about a variety of bikes ("crotch
rockets" zipping through traffic and Harleys/cruisers blatting down the
street setting off car alarms) with aftermarket exhaust systems.  But to the
majority of those out there, they were just motorcycles that made a lot of
noise.

It was definitely not motorcycling's finest hours and my attempts to call in
to defend met with constant busy signals.

Just some food for thought before you strap on that SuperTrapp with 20 discs
and an open endcap because you'll gain 2hp and sound "good"

Gino

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From: "Jeff A. Henshaw" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) $64 Question
Date: 20 Oct 1999 20:31:05 -0700

Hi everyone,  -I am new to this list and the proud owner of a 94 DR350 dirt
model, and I would have to agree with Chris - Try one with the mods and see
what you think... I met Jesse awhile back and he let me ride his DR,  and I
liked it so much I went out and bought one!

Now it has a Vortex air box, Kouba links and an Eibach spring in the rear,
much nicer ride to be sure.. very happy now.

Thumper racing 435 kit, cam, and gold valves are on order....  I want mine
to lift the front wheel as effortlessly as Jesse's  : )

It will be fun to ride, and I won't have to worry about scracthing the new
paint!

Jeff

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 1999 4:58 PM


>
> In a message dated 10/19/99 12:18:09 PM, [e-mail] writes:
>
> << Here is the dilemma I am sure many of us are wrestling with and I want
to
>
> here your thoughts....
>
>
> I currently own a 94 DRs that is basically stock except for the following
>
> mods.
>
>     - replaced the c.v. carb with the Mikuni pumper rejetted to 142.5
>
>     - replaced airbox with jesse's Vortex
>
>     - removed CA emissions
>
>     - replaced steel handelbars with Answer alum.
>
>     - installed lever guards
>
>     - installed Dunlop 739s on front and back
>
>     - stripped all street stuff except for speedo and odom.
>
>
> I never ride street and enjoy the track as much as I do the trails.  The
>
> bike runs great but has obvious limitations in suspension and exhaust for
>
> the riding that I desire.
>
> The challenge is were do I go from here?  Currently I have apx. $3400
>
> invested and am happy but like many - always want more.  Where will I get
>
> the biggest improvement for my buck, keeping in mind that the new DRZ400E
>
> (which looks great by the way) will run apx $5600 plus CA tax of $460 and
>
> solve many of the issues I have and likely a few more?
>
>
> a)  Big Gun header pipe, silencer and spark arrestor - $350
>
> b)  Front and rear suspension upgrade - (Kouba link, springs, gold valves)
>
> $600 (based on what I have read in this forum)
>
> c)  do nothing else, sell the bike for apx. $2600 - $3000 and get a new
DR400
>
>
> Your thoughts?
>
>
> Regards,
>
>
> Guy >>
>
> I say you try and ride a bike that has been done and see how you like
> it....Chris
>
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Subject: Re: (dr350) What they say about us
Date: 21 Oct 1999 00:51:16 EDT

In a message dated 10/20/99 23:16:53 Eastern Daylight Time, [e-mail]
writes:

> It was definitely not motorcycling's finest hours and my attempts to call
in
>  to defend met with constant busy signals.
>
>  Just some food for thought before you strap on that SuperTrapp with 20
discs
>
>  and an open endcap because you'll gain 2hp and sound "good"
>
>  Gino

Bravo, Gino!

We are our own worst enemy sometimes, especially with the booming exhaust
noise. We'll eventually piss off every tree hugger and joe average citizen
and end up with no place to ride (offroad) and have legislation up the wazoo
regarding exhaust decibel ratings.....my crusade: Ride quietly so you can.

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Subject: (dr350) jets
Date: 21 Oct 1999 07:20:12 -0000


Hi im writing from ICELAND,
i got a dr 350 off road model but with a street leegal kit.
i was wodering about the jet-ing if i open up the airbox and change
the exhaust to for example, fmf megamax or povercore 4.
please help



Kve≡ja,
Gu≡m.PΘtursson
Farsφmadeild Sφmans
Sφmi: 5506247  GSM: 8926247
e-mail: [e-mail]





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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) jets
Date: 21 Oct 1999 06:16:20 -0700

Hi Kveaja,  If you cut out the top of the airbox and remove the screen inside and add a
megamax or powercore four . I would suggest a 140 main and go down to the fourth groove with
the needle clip.  then check your plug color after running a while it should be chocolate
brown for ideal. white to lite gray is a lean condition and black is a rich condition. I hope
this gives you a place to start.

Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

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> Hi im writing from ICELAND,
> i got a dr 350 off road model but with a street leegal kit.
> i was wodering about the jet-ing if i open up the airbox and change
> the exhaust to for example, fmf megamax or povercore 4.
> please help
>
> Kve≡ja,
> Gu≡m.PΘtursson
> Farsφmadeild Sφmans
> Sφmi: 5506247  GSM: 8926247
> e-mail: [e-mail]
>
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) 2 questions
Date: 21 Oct 1999 12:16:41 EDT

The dirt DR taillight is easily converted to a double-filament
brake/taillight receptcle...
so the answer is no... stock on the dirt model it's just a taillight...

2nd question one of you other whizkids take!!
Guy

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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Baja Travel Information
Date: 21 Oct 1999 10:09:24 -0700

Hello all,
    The season for us to take mid winter motorcycle trips to Baja is
drawing close. Whether riding down on a touring or dual sport bike, or
hauling your dirt bike or ATV there, the following may help.
    Here is a list of links that could be of use to anyone planning to
travel to Baja, and even some that concern mainland Mexico as well.
Rather than describe each of them, I think people should go through them
and find what they need for their trip.
    I want to stress that Mexican vehicle insurance should be considered a
MUST. Without it you are only setting yourself up for real problems
should anything happen. Usually if you are going to be there for more
than 10 days, the Annual insurance is a better deal.
    Along with that, Emergency Medical Evacuation insurance is available
for only $50/year. In the case of a severe motorcycle accident, this
could mean the difference between life and death. Of course, none of us
will ever have an accident there, will we?
    I suggest that people contact Discover Baja, the first link below, for
information on both of the above items. To get insurance through them,
you must join the club ($39/year), which is well worth the convenience
they afford you. You can call before your trip, take care of your
insurance over the phone, tell them what day to activate it, and you are
done! Won't have to stop at the border for it this way.
    However, a stop on the Mexican side will be necessary now, as the
Mexican government has instituted a new annual "fee" for traveling in
Baja. If you are caught without it, the fine can be more than you want
to bother with. The last I heard, you have to stop at the "tourist"
office, get a form, go to a bank and pay the $15 dollar fee, go back to
the tourist office to have it validated. There was talk of them
streamlining this so it could all be handled at the tourist office.
Again, Discover Baja can update you on this.

http://www.discoverbaja.com/
http://www.bajalinks.com/
http://www.baja-cabo.com/weather.html
http://www.baja.org/
http://mexico-travel.com/como/como_eng/como001.htm
http://www.mexonline.com/drivemex.htm
http://www.bajaexpo.com/
http://www.mexonline.com/baja/links.htm

    I would like to mention that in ANY book on Baja that the traveler
should not take everything as "gospel". In Mexico, things change
constantly. What you have found on a previous trip may not be there now.
Gas is one of these. While the stations have been improved, and gas is
not the problem it used to be, there are exceptions to this. One is the
"station" at Catavina. It may be at the Hotel La Pinta, or it may be
across the street at the "station", or it may not even be available.
Also, any reference to gas available from barrels in remote areas, or
even along Hwy. 1, MAY NOT be there, no matter what has been written in
any book. The best map of Baja is available from International Travel
Maps of Vancouver, BC Canada, and most good book or map shops will carry
it. I do not agree with others that the AAA map is one to be relied on.
    Travelers should be aware when in Baja you are usually many miles away
from medical help. If anything happens that you should need care for,
plan on having a first aid kit. But the best plan is to NOT put yourself
in any unnecessary exposure to injury. I have seen people hiking around
the rocks on the shore of the Sea of Cortez slip and fall on a very
sharp rock, cutting themselves so bad they had to rush back to the U.S.
for proper treatment. Others have gotten bit by Rattlesnakes, which can
be very serious. Personally I have only seen one rattlesnake in my 29
years of traveling there, but they do exist. I'm just lucky, are you?
    I hope all of the above will help you have a wonderful trip in Baja. It
is a wonderful place, but remember, it is a third world country. Their
laws are different than ours, but you must abide by them. If you go to
jail for some problem while there, there is NOTHING the U.S. government
can do to get you out. They may be able to help find you a lawyer, or
get you more humane treatment, but that's about it. And be aware, having
a gun, or drugs, WILL get you the ticket that says, "go to Jail, go
directly to Jail, do not stop!". Don't let this be you.
    Above all, have fun! Baja is a wonderful place, enjoy it, DON'T rush
through it, take your time. If this is your first trip there, plan on
about one half of what you think you can do. If anyone has questions
that cannot be answered by the above, feel free to contact me by e-mail.
    Feel free to pass this along to other lists that could benefit from
this information.

Wayne Marsula'
Escondido, CA
[e-mail]

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From: "Pablo" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) =?iso-8859-1?Q?New_pics_of_=22Radical_DR=B4s=22?=
Date: 22 Oct 1999 04:53:47 +0200

Here you have new pics. They are very, very good :)
http://www.ctv.es/USERS/pasamo/masdrs.htm

And I update my web (but only the spanish version www.ctv.es/USERS/pasamo
... with lots of pics with friends,...) :)
This month, my web was published in a Spanish magazine (WWW.SOLOMOTO30.COM)
... I am famous :)
(the english version of my web... will not  update for a long time :(  (or
never?)...
Bye

_______________________________________________

                           SUZUKI DR350SE
                     "Ride the winds of change"

The Suzuki DR350SE web: www.ctv.es/USERS/pasamo






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From: "Tom Warr" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Baja Travel Information
Date: 21 Oct 1999 21:08:32 -0600

Thanks, Wayne for a lot of good info.

Is it safe to ride in Mexico these days - that is, I am worried about
banditos?

Tom W. in Montana


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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) crd
Date: 22 Oct 1999 07:24:17 -0000


i see you have a CRD silencer on your bike, what do you think of it,
and did it improof the low range and the tourqe and what jetting do you use
with it.
i have used the frame guard and the case plates (skid plate or motor pan )
from CDR, on
my DR350 off road model and im wery happy with it.
If anyone knows the url to theyr homepage or to some info about them please
let me now

Tanks
Gu≡m.PΘtursson
Iceland




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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Baja Travel Information
Date: 22 Oct 1999 05:09:54 -0700

Tom Warr wrote:
>
> Thanks, Wayne for a lot of good info.
>
> Is it safe to ride in Mexico these days - that is, I am worried about
> banditos?
>
> Tom W. in Montana

Tom,
    In Baja there aren't any bandito problems. Occasionally you hear of
some, but I haven't heard of any substantiated ones yet. On the mainland
I can't say from personal experience, but from reports I'd think it's
okay there also. Use normal cautions, mostly in big cities, on remote
roads at night, watch for "setups", you shouldn't have any problems.
Wayne

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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Re: [mcadv_touring] Baja Travel Information
Date: 22 Oct 1999 05:11:55 -0700

Bob Shilling wrote:
>
> Great message Wayne! One thing you told me about last year that prolly
> still applies---prescription and over the counter drugs have to be in
> their original containers.
>
> l8r,
> Bob

That's right Bob, good point. Also, it can be risky buying prescription
drugs in Mexico. There are some restrictions our government puts on
this, I'm not sure what they are, it would pay to check it out if you
are interested.
Wayne

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From: Chris  Tobey <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) sprockets
Date: 22 Oct 1999 13:06:02 -0500

Does anyone know what DR350 dirt only models gearing is from the factory?

Chris

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From: "Fred Hink" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) sprockets
Date: 22 Oct 1999 12:18:53 -0600


----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, October 22, 1999 12:06 PM


> Does anyone know what DR350 dirt only models gearing is from the factory?
>
> Chris


90-93 is 14/47  and the 94-97 is 15/44

Fred Hink
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
         Arrowhead Motorsports
http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/
435-259-7356  Fax [phone]
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^


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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) sprockets
Date: 22 Oct 1999 15:44:53 -0600

>
> > Does anyone know what DR350 dirt only models gearing is from
> the factory?
> >
> > Chris
>
>
> 90-93 is 14/47  and the 94-97 is 15/44
>
> Fred Hink
> ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
>          Arrowhead Motorsports
> http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/
> 435-259-7356  Fax [phone]
> ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^


just a word of endorsement for Fred Hink and Arrowhead Motorsports. I first
met Fred as part of the Utah-Get-Together series which is held annually in
Moab. Fred has opened his doors and been kind of the center and host for
these affairs. He has worked day and night during the rallys to help people
enjoy the experience. He has also has been a great source of technical help
to those of us on other Dual Sport News sponsored lists. He has a
well-earned reputation for providing very reliable, quick, and efficient
service on both aftermarket and original equipment parts. He is legendary on
the KLR list and I would urge each of you to visit his site and take a look
at his support for dual sport and off-road motorcycling DR style...

Kurt Simpson
Editor
Dual Sport News
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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) (no DR) Article about crime in Mexico
Date: 22 Oct 1999 16:59:40 PDT

I read the recent posts about Baja and thought of the below article I got at
work recently.  BTW, my brother, his wife & kids were ambushed by the old
fallen log-over-road trick a little N of Guadalajara last year (no
problems...they drove over it & got away).  Also, several of my colleagues
have been robbed down there in the last few years....and most of them were
fairly savvy travelers.  PLEASE...nobody accuse me of Mexico/an bashing!!!
I love the country and the people, and have made over 100 trips down there
(mostly business, though none w/i last year) without incident.  I just
wanted to share my view that Mexico has become a pretty dangerous place
since 1995.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR350SE

>THE AMERICAS / A Weekly Look at People and Issues in Latin America/
>Bands of Thieves Take Act on Road / Highway robbery epidemic in Mexico
>BY: By Mary Beth Sheridan.
>LOS ANGELES TIMES EDITION: NASSAU AND SUFFOLK SECTION: News
>DATE: 10-10-1999
>A26
>
>Veracruz, Mexico-Nestor Castellanos eased his 18-wheeler onto the
>freeway, carefully checking the rearview mirror. Tailing him was a black
>minivan with two pistol-packing guards. In the seat behind Castellanos
>perched a former riot police officer, tear gas at the ready.
>
>"We've got dangerous cargo," warned the driver.
>
>Castellanos was beginning one of the most perilous journeys in late 20th
>Century Mexico: carrying bolts of fabric to a ladies' clothing factory
>in the capital, about 200 miles northwest of this port. In another sign
>of the collapse of order in Mexico, brigands are terrorizing the
>highways in a way not seen since the days of the 1910-17 revolution.
>Assaults on trucks have soared from a few hundred to perhaps 40,000 a
>year.
>
>Businesses are losing millions of dollars; some now send armed guards to
>escort truckers like Castellanos, much as Wells Fargo did with its
>stagecoaches in the Old West. "There are no authorities. There's a void.
>[The highways] have become no man's land," said Luis Angel Carvallo,
>head of the truckers association in Veracruz. The resurgent piracy
>reflects one of this country's greatest and most baffling problems-an
>explosion in crime. Initially, authorities blamed the high crime rate on
>the 1995 economic crisis, which sent prices and unemployment
>skyrocketing. But officials now say they are confronting something much
>more sophisticated: criminal empires that include everyone from corrupt
>police to street merchants.
>
>"There's been a total crack in society," said Carlos Monsivais, a social
>critic. "Organized crime has become an alternative state."
>
>The highway banditry problem emerged seemingly out of nowhere.
>Castellanos,38, said his colleagues suddenly started being attacked four
>or five years ago. One wound up in a wheelchair after bandits opened fire
>on his cab. Recently, Castellanos' 18-year-old son was briefly kidnapped
>by pirates who hijacked the truck in which he was riding.
>
>"You don't know where they'll strike," said Castellanos, easing his rig
>through rolling, palm-dotted hills, his eyes flitting to the mirror to
>check on the security van trailing him. "Some colleagues have been
>robbed in urban areas. Some at tollbooths," he said. "This has grown too
>fast."
>
>Alberto Villagran, damage analyst for the Mexican Insurance Association,
>said reported truck robberies shot from 350 in 1993 to nearly 11,000
>three years later-not including uninsured vehicles, which constitute the
>majority of trucks on the road. "People began to steal canned goods. We
>thought it was because they didn't have money to buy the products,"
>Villagran said. "But with time,we realized: No. It extended to all sorts
>of products, even raw materials. These are made-to-order robberies."
>
>Authorities blame the underground economy. Traditionally, the government
>turned a blind eye tot he informal street markets that absorbed hundreds
>of thousands of unemployed Mexicans. Authorities even helped the vendors
>in exchange for political support. Now, authorities are realizing, many
>street merchants have grown into commercial Frankenstein's monsters. If
>they need blue jeans, color TV's or detergent, they simply turn to a
>gang of pirates to steal the goods for them.
>
>"The gangs know the factories, the roads, how to do it. They have access
>and no fear. They have heavy weaponry and stolen cars," said Leon
>Halkin, vice president of the Mexican industrialists association. Trucks
>aren't the only targets of the modern-day pirates. In the first six
>months of this year, nearly 300 buses were assaulted on federal
>highways, according to the Interior Ministry. But authorities claim to
>have sharply reduced raids against such passenger vehicles, crimes they
>say are generally committed by amateurs. In contrast, truck robbery has
>become so organized and lucrative that authorities are comparing it to
>narcotics trafficking.
>
>"We're not talking about five or 10 people who decide in the morning to
>commit a robbery," said Arturo Salinas, head of highway safety at the
>ministry. "We're talking about well-organized groups with impressive
>wealth. We're talking about gangs with cars, radio communication, with
>enough money to buy off truck drivers, warehouse owners and traffic
>managers inside businesses."
>
>Consuelo Munoz, a Mexico City prosecutor who handles truck assaults,
>said she began to realize the scope of the problem in February. Her
>investigators, acting on a tip, went to checkout a warehouse in
>Jiutepec, about 50 miles south of the capital. Inside they discovered a
>criminal emporium: 250 tons of Yamaha motorcycles,crystal, Tupperware,
>bolts of fabric and other goods. "All of it had been reported stolen,"
>Munoz said. The reemergence of piracy isn't due only to street
>merchants. The rise of the illegal economy has coincided with another
>key phenomenon of social breakdown-the shift of Mexican police into
>organized crime. In the past, some police authorities controlled their
>subordinates through the so-called "unwritten rules" allowing the
>officers to participate in a limited number of crimes in certain areas.
>Subordinates who got out of line could be killed. Though once common
>such control no longer exists. Meanwhile, the justice system has nearly
>collapsed under the weight of too many cases and too few trained
>investigators. The resulting impunity makes crime that much more
>attractive.
>
>"People realized it was easier to earn money through crime," said Arturo
>Gutierrez, coordinator of stolen-vehicle investigations at the Mexico
>City prosecutor's office.

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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) (no DR) Article about crime in Mexico
Date: 23 Oct 1999 04:45:34 -0700

Bryan Nolastname wrote:
>
> I read the recent posts about Baja and thought of the below article I got at
> work recently.  BTW, my brother, his wife & kids were ambushed by the old
> fallen log-over-road trick a little N of Guadalajara last year (no
> problems...they drove over it & got away).  Also, several of my colleagues
> have been robbed down there in the last few years....and most of them were
> fairly savvy travelers.  PLEASE...nobody accuse me of Mexico/an bashing!!!
> I love the country and the people, and have made over 100 trips down there
> (mostly business, though none w/i last year) without incident.  I just
> wanted to share my view that Mexico has become a pretty dangerous place
> since 1995.
>
> Bryan in Dallas
> 95 DR350SE
>
> >THE AMERICAS / A Weekly Look at People and Issues in Latin America/
> >Bands of Thieves Take Act on Road / Highway robbery epidemic in Mexico
> >BY: By Mary Beth Sheridan.
> >LOS ANGELES TIMES EDITION: NASSAU AND SUFFOLK SECTION: News
> >DATE: 10-10-1999
> >A26
> >
> >Veracruz, Mexico-Nestor Castellanos eased his 18-wheeler onto the
> >freeway, carefully checking the rearview mirror. Tailing him was a black
> >minivan with two pistol-packing guards.

Bryan,
    Thanks for passing that along, I had not heard of this problem. I would
not think, nor have I heard, that this would be the case in Baja.
Mainland Mexico is almost a different country. Baja pretty well realizes
that they depend quite a bit on the "tourist dollar". But since I'm not
driving an 18 wheeler down there, I'll not worry about it right now.
    Thanks, Wayne Marsula'

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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) recent ride to Horsehead Pass (WA state)
Date: 24 Oct 1999 11:26:01 -0700

I have wrote up a story and posted photos of a recent ride to Horsehead
Pass on my website: http://members.tripod.com/dougb1969/hhpass/hhpass.html

This area is in the North central region of WA state.
Enjoy!!

Doug



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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) FW: wiring diagram
Date: 25 Oct 1999 08:50:49 -0600

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  Please, I would like receive the wiring diagram of a Suzuki DR350 SP,94.
  Any suggestions, please, e-mailme [e-mail]

  thanks a lot.
  Carlos Etchegaray

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From: "Fred Hink" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) FW: wiring diagram
Date: 25 Oct 1999 09:00:23 -0600

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    Carlos Etchegaray

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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Higher displacement
Date: 25 Oct 1999 08:35:08 -0700

Hi Claudio, the DR dirt carb is your best bet.  Yes it has an accelerator pump and that is
what makes it so good Check with Thumper Racing for a source 1-800-259-5186 they have a
complete kit.
Regards Jesse
Http://kientech.com

ThunderSUB wrote:

> Hi guys,
>
> My engine was a mess (oval cylinder) so I decided to rebore and went for a
> 82 mm Wiseco piston (377 cc I guess...).
>
> I also had to replace the valve seats, head gaskets, "distribution chain"
> (don't know if this the correct word...)
>
> The cylinder has already been rebored to fit the piston.
>
> I already have a completely opened airbox (top), no backfire screen, Twin
> Air filter, straight-through exhaust, 42.5 pilot & 145 Main. With the higher
> displacement will my bike gain how many HP ? 3-4 HP ? With all these mods is
> my bike over 35 HP ? I am still going to use the stock 33 mm CV carb.
>
> My DR is a 1993 S model. Should I replace the CV carb with a dirt-only DR
> carb ? Is it a pumper FS carb ? How much in the US ?
>
> Will I have to break-in the engine again ? Is it for 600 miles again or a
> shorter (300 mile) break-in is enough ?
>
> Other mods I have done was to use a PEP E-Z clutch arm and a Terminator
> clutch cable.
>
> Can't wait to try the bike !
>
> Thanks !
>
> ThunderSUB   (Claudio)
> Lisbon, Portugal
> http://drive.to/thundersub
> http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/r1/index.html
> http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/speed/speed.html
> http://www.ip.pt/~ip203789/virago/virago.html
>
> [e-mail]
> ICQ# [3072424]
>
> * 1982 Honda Dax 70
> * 1993 Suzuki DR350S
> * 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) Horsepower
Date: 25 Oct 1999 19:15:19 EDT

Jesse,
 Have you ever put your DR on a dyno? If so what where the results?

Mike A.
Nashville

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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Another success w/ a 145 main jet
Date: 25 Oct 1999 17:04:48 PDT

Hey guys--

I finally got aroung to making the switch from the 140 main to a 145 main,
and it works great!  Not too rich, and noticable power increase.  For the
record, here is my current setup:

On my 95 DR350SE
-Vortex airbox
-JX needle/spring combo w/ needle at 4th pos from top
-Scott T-handle fuel/air valve adjuster set @ 2 turns out
-FMF MegaMax II exhaust w/ all disks (thin washer spacers between last  4
disks)
-grinded down the excess bead weld on inside of stock header pipe near  the
flange

I am VERY happy with the way its running!  Thanks to John (aka "weekendtoy")
for motivating me to make the switch.

By the way.....I'll take e-cigars from each of you...as we found out the
other day that our 20wk old "bun in the oven" is a BOY!!!  My son should be
born early March, 2000, and is already named: Ethan Zachary!  I tell my wife
that "EZ" should be a cool racing name for him (she cringes)!  You're all
invited to Penny's baby shower...just bring motorcycle stuff!

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR 350SE

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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Horsepower
Date: 25 Oct 1999 17:05:27 -0700

Hi Mike, No I have not done that but would sure like to, I punched off with an 88 KTM 500 two
stroke  in a fourth gear roll on and walked away, we were both so surprized that we tried it
again and got the same results. I guess you would call that a seat of the pants dyno run. I
know the KTM has more HP but just can't get it to hook up. My friend said that the back end of
the KTM was just going nuts both times trying to get traction. I will post it for sure if I
ever do.
Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

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> Jesse,
>  Have you ever put your DR on a dyno? If so what where the results?
>
> Mike A.
> Nashville
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Subject: Re: (dr350) Horsepower
Date: 25 Oct 1999 20:19:43 -0400 (EDT)

That was the fire breathin!!!!


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Subject: Re: (dr350) Horsepower
Date: 25 Oct 1999 17:31:46 -0700

John wrote:
>
> That was the fire breathin!!!!
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personal response to one person, if so perhaps better sent to that one
person?
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Subject: Re: (dr350) Horsepower
Date: 25 Oct 1999 17:05:27 -0700

Hi Mike, No I have not done that but would sure like to, I punched off with an 88 KTM 500 two
stroke  in a fourth gear roll on and walked away, we were both so surprized that we tried it
again and got the same results. I guess you would call that a seat of the pants dyno run. I
know the KTM has more HP but just can't get it to hook up. My friend said that the back end of
the KTM was just going nuts both times trying to get traction. I will post it for sure if I
ever do.
Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

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> Jesse,
>  Have you ever put your DR on a dyno? If so what where the results?
>
> Mike A.
> Nashville
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From: "chasmatic" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Another success w/ a 145 main jet
Date: 26 Oct 1999 02:58:45 -0500

>By the way.....I'll take e-cigars from each of you...as we found out the
>other day that our 20wk old "bun in the oven" is a BOY!!!  My son should be
>born early March, 2000, and is already named: Ethan Zachary!  I tell my
wife
>that "EZ" should be a cool racing name for him (she cringes)!  You're all
>invited to Penny's baby shower...just bring motorcycle stuff!

Congratulations on the impending addition to the family.  Does this mean you
won't be crash testing any more aftermarket goodies?  BTW, I'm having "EZ"
embroidered onto the back of a jersey.  I was going to do pants, but somehow
that just seemed inappropriate. :-)

Harral in Minneapolis


>
>Bryan in Dallas
>95 DR 350SE
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From: r wallace <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Horsepower
Date: 26 Oct 1999 17:26:03 -0700 (PDT)

I can confirm what Jesse wrote since I was the one
riding the KTM! My KTM has over 60 HP, but unlike the
DR, it is not very useable.  Fortunately, I have one
of the original DR's that Jesse has modified much like
his own.  As a comparison, last weekend I battled
against several YZ400's on a hard packed TT track and
could pull away from them on the straights, but had to
let off earlier on the corners.  Their lighter weight
and more powerful brakes are noticeable.  Of course,
it would probably be another story if the Yamaha's had
the new Vortex airbox.  The Yamaha guys were surprised
that a DR350 could keep up with them.  I kinda forgot
to tell them that I had the 435 kit!

--- jessekientz <[e-mail]> wrote:
> Hi Mike, No I have not done that but would sure like
> to, I punched off with an 88 KTM 500 two
> stroke  in a fourth gear roll on and walked away, we
> were both so surprized that we tried it
> again and got the same results. I guess you would
> call that a seat of the pants dyno run. I
> know the KTM has more HP but just can't get it to
> hook up. My friend said that the back end of
> the KTM was just going nuts both times trying to get
> traction. I will post it for sure if I
> ever do.
> Regards Jesse
> http://kientech.com
>
> [e-mail] wrote:
>
> > Jesse,
> >  Have you ever put your DR on a dyno? If so what
> where the results?
> >
> > Mike A.
> > Nashville
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Subject: Re: (dr350) need adivse
Date: 06 Sep 1999 17:51:59 -0400


Steven McGarry <[e-mail]> wrote:
> I WAS AWAY ON A 1000 MILE TRIP AND WHEN OFF ROADING I BROKE A FORK SPRING=

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From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Re: (dr350) DR350 On road question
Date: 01 Oct 1999 11:31:06 -0400


Mark Sims <[e-mail]> wrote:
> I don't have the bike here at work, but I'll check tonight.
Mark

jessekientz wrote:
>
> HI Mark, does your bike  have the cushions mounted in a separate hub?
> Jesse
>
> Mark Sims wrote:
>
> > This was my experience as well.  I have a '98 DR350SE and when
> > I replaced the rear sprocket I found that I had to use a DR350
> > sprocket.  The DR350SE sprocket that the shop had did not fit.
> >
> > Mark
> >
> > jessekientz wrote:
> > >
> > > HI Kurt, was visiting with Norm Kouba this last weekend we had a great time.  He came over
> > > from the Boise Idaho area to a home machinist's show in Eugene and then down to visit me in
> > > Grants pass OR I thought it would be good to put another face to match the text that we read
> > > from time to time. During our many discussions the rear hub on the DR/S model came up and Norm
> > > was saying that on the later models of the DR/S that they are the same as the dirt model this
> > > is the way I understood it any way, Norm Correct me if I am wrong on this.
> > >
> > > regards  Jesse

Jesse,
      Your correct again, The DR350 "S" models 1990 thru 1996 used a 2 piece rear hub that had a rubber cushion drive incorporated into it, and the sprocket bolt pattern was different than the dirt only models. Then the 1997 thru 1999 "S" models came with the non-cushioned one piece hub that are the same as the dirt only DR's 1990 thru 1999, and the sprockets will interchange. Yes, I have also had problems ordering the rear sprockets, as most of the aftermarket catalogs do not show the later DRS models as taking the same sprocket as the Dirt Model.

Jesse, were you taking notes? Hope you learned as much as I when we were lying to each other for two days and nights.  Norm

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From: Wayne Marsula' <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Mexico travel update
Date: 27 Oct 1999 19:31:02 -0700

Hi all,
    This is for any of you who may be planning a trip to Mexico. There is
some good news and some bad news.
    The good news is that the following will not apply to Baja, only to
Mexico mainland.
    And now for the bad news. Today Mexico announced that starting November
1 (that may not be correct, but it is soon) they will be charging a fee
for all vehicles entering Mexico. This will be a "bond" as a guarantee
that the vehicle will not be sold in Mexico, as many cars are being
bought elsewhere and "they don't get their taxes". The last part in
quotes I added. They didn't give the exact amount of the "fee", but it
has been said that it will be in the hundreds of dollars. The fee will
be reimbursed when the vehicle leaves Mexico, but I'll bet that won't
happen, at least not right at the border, but maybe mailed back and who
knows how long that will take.
    They have had a similar program previously, but that was payable by
credit card, and it was only a small amount. This, I have heard, is to
be paid cash.
    So who knows for sure just what it will end up being? I'll try to check
some sources here in the San Diego area, and will update to any of you
who express interest by reply.
    Sorry folks, that's Mexico. Go to Baja!!
Wayne Marsula'
Escondido, CA

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From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Digest problem...
Date: 28 Oct 1999 06:12:38 -0600

Digest Listers, I'm working on the digest problem. I should have
something solid by the end of the day.

Kurt


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From: [e-mail] (Heston LaMar)
Subject: (dr350) Dirt gas tank on dual sport?
Date: 28 Oct 1999 09:57:27 -0400

I don't want a supertanker 14 gal. aftermarket plastic tank.  I would
rather keep the same size but get the plastic.  Does anyone know if the
dirt model gas tank will fit on the dual sport model and how much they
might cost?

Heston
'94 350SE


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From: "Mitja Jeric" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Left side cover plug tightening torque
Date: 28 Oct 1999 18:27:06 +0200

Any body knows the tightening torque for the plug on the left cover of the
DR350? (the plug that is meant to access the main shaft - to rotate it when
setting the valve clearance).

Mitja Jeric


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Left side cover plug tightening torque
Date: 28 Oct 1999 09:45:46 -0700

Hi Mitja,  I checked the factory manual and I could not find any reference to the replacement
torque on this cover plug, but since it has an o'ring a reasonable snug with an allen wrench
[metric} should be sufficient.

Regards  Jesse
http://kientech.com

Mitja Jeric wrote:

> Any body knows the tightening torque for the plug on the left cover of the
> DR350? (the plug that is meant to access the main shaft - to rotate it when
> setting the valve clearance).
>
> Mitja Jeric
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From: =?iso-8859-1?Q?J=FCrgen?= Seeger <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) K&N filter
Date: 28 Oct 1999 19:58:33 +0200

Has anyone tried the K&N air filter with the original exhaust?

J=FCrgen

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From: "Bryan Nolastname" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) K&N filter
Date: 28 Oct 1999 19:25:20 PDT

Yes, I did.  Before I got the Vortex airbox, I was running a wide-cut-open
stock box with K&N filter and stock exhaust.  It was a noticable
improvement, but the K&N is EXTREMEMLY FRUSTRATING to install & remove!  You
have to take out the pipe from the box to the carb so you can reach in the
box from the carb side to guide the K&N screw into place.  I'd go with a UNI
because they are so much easier to put on/take off.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR 350SE

>From: Jⁿrgen Seeger <[e-mail]>
>Reply-To: Jⁿrgen Seeger <[e-mail]>
>To: [e-mail]
>Subject: (dr350) K&N filter
>Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 19:58:33 +0200
>
>Has anyone tried the K&N air filter with the original exhaust?
>
>Jⁿrgen
>
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From: "Mitja Jeric" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Left side cover plug tightening torque
Date: 29 Oct 1999 14:43:49 +0200

J=FCrgen thank you for the data. The tightening torque for the plug was n=
ot
specified in my DR350 servicing manual printed by Suzuki. I didn't want t=
o
overtorque the plug - the previous owner had tightened it so much that I =
had
to drill it out.

Visit my page www.kiss.uni-lj.si\~k4fs0432 where you can find some info
about DR350 carburetors.


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) carb info.
Date: 29 Oct 1999 06:42:39 -0700

Mitja,  Thank you so much for your carburetor information it has some very good information in
it.

Regards Jesse
http://kientech.com

Mitja Jeric wrote:

> Jⁿrgen thank you for the data. The tightening torque for the plug was not
> specified in my DR350 servicing manual printed by Suzuki. I didn't want to
> overtorque the plug - the previous owner had tightened it so much that I had
> to drill it out.
>
> Visit my page www.kiss.uni-lj.si\~k4fs0432 where you can find some info
> about DR350 carburetors.
>
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From: "David Millhollon" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) K&N filter
Date: 29 Oct 1999 09:29:15 -0500

I put the K&N that I aquired from Bryan on a 96 DR 350 that was stock, and
could tell a noticable difference. I shortened the screw that holds the
filter on by @ 1/4" and had no problem installing it. I also cut the end off
of the stock pipe and removed the baffle, then welded the end back on for
cosmetics.I raised the main jet to a 135, and cut the top out of the airbox.
WOW! What a difference it made. I traded the bike to a buddy who loves the
way it runs.(I have since went to a CR 250) Hope this helps. Oh yeah Bryan,
Haven't forgot about the lunch!!

-----Original Message-----
[mailto:[e-mail]]On Behalf Of Bryan Nolastname
Sent: Thursday, October 28, 1999 8:25 PM


Yes, I did.  Before I got the Vortex airbox, I was running a wide-cut-open
stock box with K&N filter and stock exhaust.  It was a noticable
improvement, but the K&N is EXTREMEMLY FRUSTRATING to install & remove!  You
have to take out the pipe from the box to the carb so you can reach in the
box from the carb side to guide the K&N screw into place.  I'd go with a UNI
because they are so much easier to put on/take off.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR 350SE

>From: Jⁿrgen Seeger <[e-mail]>
>Reply-To: Jⁿrgen Seeger <[e-mail]>
>To: [e-mail]
>Subject: (dr350) K&N filter
>Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 19:58:33 +0200
>
>Has anyone tried the K&N air filter with the original exhaust?
>
>Jⁿrgen
>
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From: "Guy Schneider" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) DRZ400E
Date: 29 Oct 1999 10:04:22 -0700

I have done it!  I went out and put the downpayment down on a new DRZ400E.

The dealer said it should arrive in mid December but I am expecting it later
in January.  The deal I got was $5800 - out the door (CA tax, license, setup
and shipping).  List price is $5,349 so there is not much wiggle room.  Each
dealer is only getting about 3 bikes until mid-summer - some dealers have
already sold their allotment.    The dealers are saying the bike is NOT set
up to compete with the XR400 or the KTM400SXC but for a notch above to steal
the show in the YZ400 and KTM 400EXC category.  It is apparently VERY fast,
with a suspension that is likened to that which was installed on a 97 RM250.
The rumor that Rodney Smith was so turned on with the test bike that he
asked Suzuki to let him race one next year finally put me over the edge.

As I cannot yet afford to keep two bikes (I wish I could) I will be putting
my DR350S up for sale towards the middle of November.  Here is the
particulars for those interested.

94 DR350S
2700 miles of which 200 were in dirt (I bought the bike 6 months ago from a
guy who only rode it on the street)
Street licensed but DIRT CONVERTED - I have all manf. parts in perfect
condition boxed and ready to go
Modifications and additions include:
    -    Vortex air box - only used once since installed
    -    Mikuni 33 pumper carb (jetted to 142.5) - only used once since installed
    -    disconnected CA emissions
    -    #13 front sprocket
    -    Dunlop 739 - only used once since installed
    -    new Yuasa battery - replaced when bought 6 months ago
    -    new rear brakes - replaced when bought 6 months ago
    -    Answer handlebars
    -    hand guards

The bike is in perfect condition.  Thanks to Jesse's help with the Vortex
and jetting it runs strong (I ride with a friend who owns a YZ400F and have
no problem keeping up) and is ready for a pipe, Kouba links, springs and
gold valves.

I am asking $3,100 but will obviously take less.  If there are any
interested parties please let me know.

Thanks for all of your help and guidance - this forum is incredibly
valuable.  I am looking forward to purchasing one of Jesse's boxes for the
400 as soon as he can fab one and hope to be included in the round table as
a sibling of the 350.

Best regards,

Guy Schneider
Alamo, CA


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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) Left side cover plug tightening torque
Date: 30 Oct 1999 09:19:30 -0700

Reasonably snug should do it,  mine has been over tightened by careless
mechanics and myself and needs to be replaced now because it hex head is
more star shaped now - ie, 12 points instead of 6 .

-----Original Message-----
Sent:    Thursday, October 28, 1999 9:46 AM
Cc:    [e-mail]

Hi Mitja,  I checked the factory manual and I could not find any reference
to the replacement
torque on this cover plug, but since it has an o'ring a reasonable snug
with an allen wrench
[metric} should be sufficient.

Regards  Jesse
http://kientech.com

Mitja Jeric wrote:

> Any body knows the tightening torque for the plug on the left cover of
the
> DR350? (the plug that is meant to access the main shaft - to rotate it
when
> setting the valve clearance).
>
> Mitja Jeric
>
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From: Doug Bragg <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) K&N filter
Date: 30 Oct 1999 09:16:54 -0700

Yes, I run a K&N with the stock exhaust and noticed a bit of an improvement.  I also run with the top airbox boot removed.

-----Original Message-----
Sent:    Thursday, October 28, 1999 7:25 PM

Yes, I did.  Before I got the Vortex airbox, I was running a wide-cut-open
stock box with K&N filter and stock exhaust.  It was a noticable
improvement, but the K&N is EXTREMEMLY FRUSTRATING to install & remove!  You
have to take out the pipe from the box to the carb so you can reach in the
box from the carb side to guide the K&N screw into place.  I'd go with a UNI
because they are so much easier to put on/take off.

Bryan in Dallas
95 DR 350SE

>From: Jurgen Seeger <[e-mail]>
>Reply-To: Jurgen Seeger <[e-mail]>
>To: [e-mail]
>Subject: (dr350) K&N filter
>Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 19:58:33 +0200
>
>Has anyone tried the K&N air filter with the original exhaust?
>
>Jurgen
>
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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Re:non DR
Date: 30 Oct 1999 21:57:39 -0700

Test,  NON  DR

Brady Doyle wrote:

> Hello,  this is Brady Doyle....son of Kent.............. I thought you
> might want to call Cycle News and tell them they miss:)spelled your
> internet address.....they left out the 'I' in Kientech...  We found it
> anyway,,,,nice
> site
> Brady


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From: jessekientz <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Re: Vortex Ir Box for Suzuki DR650
Date: 31 Oct 1999 17:03:10 -0800

Hi Dean,  At this time we have not made an airbox for the DR650ES I have
thought of it but would have to make a survey to see if it would be cost
effective. AT this time we have Airboxes for the Suzuki DR350,  DR350ES,
the Yamaha WR, YZ and the TTR 250.  You could ask your DR650 buddies or
check and see if there is a list like the DR350 list out there and see
if there is some intrest.  I thank you for your inquiry and look into
this myself,

Regards Jesse

"Dean C. Olson" wrote:

> DoesVortex make an air box for the 1998 Suzuki DR650SE?
> Thanks for your assistance.
>
> Dean C.Olson
> [e-mail]


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