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Date: Sun, 14 Mar 1999 10:59:40 +0000
From: Stuart Reid <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Dr350 models

I haven`t done anything to my bike but I`d like to. I know what you mean
about riding speed though. I mainly ride with a friend on a CRM250, but
thats a two stroke and so comparisons are difficult. Its certainly
lighter, and perhaps quicker, but the DR feels like it has more low-end
power. On the road his bike can reach about 100mph (max) while mine
reaches about 90mph max. I doubt a DR can pull higher gearing (stock),
but I think its probably better to gear it lower.

I`d rather not modify the bike, but if there are big gains then its
worth considering. I`m always reading about various mods for the forks
and shocks, but I think most of the companies mentioned are based in the
US. I don`t like to think about the shipping costs and waiting times
from here :) About the only ones I`d consider are the exhaust and airbox
mods as they can be fitted easily enough.


> I don't know if the UK DR350S are different from the american ones. Ours are
> also good for the road and easily capable on the trails (once you change the
> tires). The modifications seem to be more necessary when you progress from
> trails to off-road. Then the gearing differences between the offroad and Dual
> sport model become more pronounced. The extra weight makes hill climbing a
> little more challenging. And I don't know many motorcylclist who are
> "satisfied" with a stock bike. Some of the mods seem to be for something to
> do.
>
>  I changed my tank to an IMS plastic, added a battery eliminator, removed
> extra plastic bracketry where possible, added MT21 tires, and had the front
> fork Race Teched. The bike is so much fun it makes me look for trouble. Again,
> other than the tires I don't know if any of these mods were necessary. I don't
> ride with many other riders off-road so I don't know how slow I am (or how
> much slower I would be without these modifications). The one time I rode with
> two guys on stock XR250L's they left me for dust. I just tried to make the
> bike lighter and be easier to control. Hey, my son follows me everywhere on
> his stock Z50.
>
> John

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Date: Sun, 14 Mar 1999 11:01:56 +0000
From: Stuart Reid <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 engine mods

Thats good to know. I like to find out I`m not as bad as I think ;)

chasmatic wrote:
>
> Can't be us.  Gotta be the bike.  My wife's Serow is just the opposite.
> Front end bites like an angry rattlesnake.  Had to soften up the rear end to
> get it to sag, pushing the front end out for stability.
>
> Harral

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Date: Sun, 14 Mar 1999 06:08:14 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (dr350) oil cooler

hi guys i live in the uk and own a 91 dr350s is i worth installing a oil
cooler

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Date: Sun, 14 Mar 1999 10:29:57 -0700
From: "Tom Warr" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 engine mods

>Some of us are in agreement that if you don't have the electric start
>version, that is the best mod you can make.

Button?  Button?  We don' need no steenkin button!
Real men crank.

>The front end washes as the bike sags in tthe rear.  Anyone else had this
problem?


Notorious on this bike.  However, there are a lot of adjustments and tuning
to the stock suspension that may help.  You have preload and compression
damping on the forks, and also rebound damping on the rear.  And, don't
forget the check tire pressure, and replace worn tires early.  Get one of
those guides to suspension tuning, then take it out to the motocross track
to make adjustments - take a few laps, adjust, repeat.

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Date: Sun, 14 Mar 1999 20:18:44 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Fw: BC Canyons Rally '99

- -----Original Message-----
From: Gerald Schwartz (by way of Ged Schwartz <[e-mail]>)
<[e-mail]>
To: BMW -GS motorcycles mailing list <[e-mail]>
Date: Saturday, March 13, 1999 12:18 AM
Subject: BC Canyons Rally '99


>GSer's,
>
>I posted this a few months back and wish to make one final post...if you
>are already a confirmed registrant or have no interest in a British
>Columbia dual purpose ride in late July, please hit your trash icon ...
>thanks for the patience:
>
>BC CANYONS RALLY 99
>
>>This is an invitation for adventure riders:
>
>While riding with a gang of 50 other GSers ( a few 650's and one guy on his
>new Triumph street rocket...[he said he left the GS at home])  last summer
>for three days of Idaho backroads on the way to the Missoula National  (big
>thanks to Mike from Boise), I decided it would be a lot of fun to share
>some of British Columbia's best riding with those interested in backroading.
>
>>Here is the concept:  This rally will be limited to a maximum of 20 riders
>who want to participate in a 3-5 day ride through a variety of canyons,
>forest service roads, some primo paved sections, and some "on your pegs"
>terrain. Each rider should have intermediate riding skills, be able to read
>good maps (a compass may help sometimes), be "self-reliant" and adventurous,
>choose to either camp or rent accommodations (each evening will offer dinner
>and the choice of camping or renting accommodation at local inns),  and be
>ready to ride along river canyons, desert (we have cactus in BC as well as
>snow, eh!), 4-wheel roads, mountain passes, and most excellent scenery.
>>
>>The dates for the rally are from July 26 - 30th, 1999 (full moon on the
>28th). The rally will convene in Kamloops, BC on the evening of July 25th
>for socializing and discussing the tour's outline. Each day will offer 150 -
>300 kms of riding and end with supper being provided. Each day's ride has
>optional pavement routes or good gravel roads as alternate routes for those
>who wish to vary their riding.
>>
>>Those who register for the rally will receive the following:
>>        * Rally itinerary;
>>        * EXCELLENT maps with routes highlighted and pertinent detailed
>guide notes;
>>        * accommodation information so participants can reserve their own
>>          lodging should they choose not to camp;
>>        * locations for gas along route to be identified;
>>        * suppers will be provided each night;
>>        * breakfast (coffee, fruit,and muffins) will be provided each
>morning;
>>        * campsite costs are covered for tenters;
>>        * probably some other crap also included.
>>        * recommended "approach routes" for riders from out-of-province
>>          so you can check out stupendous riding to and from this rally.
>>
>   ** Fantastic maps are being provided with the gracious generosity of
>MUSSIO     VENTURES LTD...publishers of BC's BEST backroad map books. **
>
>>This project is intended to be a cost-recovery project and IS NOT a
>commercial tour...  we organize the basics so you can enjoy the ride and
>know that showers, campsights and supper are waiting at the end of your
>day's ride.
>>
>>The cost will be $150 Canadian (about $100 US), eh?
>>
>>The route travels west from Kamloops, through old Hudson Bay trade routes
>and Caribou Gold Rush trails, and will travel primarily by gravel and dirt
>roads (some pavement is necessary for small stretches) through the towns of
>
>Cache Creek, Spences Bridge, Pavillion, Clinton, Bralorne, and Lilooet
>(these are the major gas stops). The 3-day ride will leave riders a few
>hours from Pemberton/Whistler (North America's top ski resort [w/glacier
>skiing in July]), and the 5-day ride brings riders either back to Kamloops
>or with the option to go to Vancouver or the Okanagan Valley.
>
>This ride offers some of BC's best riding in terms of some good paved sport
>sections, and a lot of off-slab roads.  An alternate route which is
>primarily paved for those who don't want the gravel/dirt components will be
>marked out on the maps ....this alternate route ends up at the same
>location each evening as the dirt riders ... the third night will be at
>Tyax Lodge and will require about 1-2 hours riding on GOOD gravel road from
>Lillooet...and the same to ride out the next day...either to Pemberton or
>back to Lillooet by gravel.
>
>You don't need to be Helge Pederson to join the alternate route (but he can
>come for free if he wants!)
>
>>We are floating this invitation out to you so you can consider next
>summer's riding plans now. More basic information can be obtained from me
>(Ged Schwartz) at "[e-mail]" Registration packages (maps,
>etc) will be mailed to interested parties who e-mail their addresses
>
>There are some vacancies remaining...so far the long distance award goes to
>*** from Arkansas...unless Erwin makes it across the Bering Straights on
>his Russian route from Germany.
>
>Registration cut-off date is May 31.
>
>Thanks for letting me clutter up the list with this post.
>
>Ged Schwartz
>Kamloops, BC
>[phone]
>81-80GS
>96 1100GSABS
>
>
>
>
>

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Date: Mon, 15 Mar 1999 08:18:23 -0800
From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) oil cooler

Tom,

I have an OEM one on mine (discontinued, but Jagg sells one) as a precautionary
measure; have a big-bore kit with higher compression, & ride @ slow speeds
(double-up) w/ my boys and on occasion high-speed desert with fast guys.

The fellows I talked to before buying mine said extensive modifications, slow
mud-type riding or continuous high-speed operation warrant having one, but I
haven't heard of any failures whatsoever with or without. It certainly wouldn't
hurt, but the cost/benefit trade off is difficult to pin down.

John



Please respond to [e-mail]


hi guys i live in the uk and own a 91 dr350s is i worth installing a oil
cooler

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 10:01:43 -0500
From: "Mark Tytler" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack

Hi All,

I am in the process of purchasing a brand new 1999 DR350SE
I am test driving it this Saturday weather permitting.  If I like
I am buying.
Price = $4400

What I was wondering if anyone has any thought on a luggage rack
and
comfortable seat option for the bike?

I was in contact with  Competition Accessories 1-800-543-8208
http://www.compacc.com/

They have 2 luggage racks both official Suzuki.
- - Economy add on rack was around $42
- - Complete replacement rack $67
- - Suzuki Gel seat $150

That was for 1998 prices he did not have 1999 Suzuki catalog.

Now does anyone have any comments on prices or which luggage rack
 is better etc.
Also other vendors and option would be great.

Thanks

Sharky
Rochester, NY

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 09:05:27 -0700
From: "Pokluda, Gino F" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack

>>They have 2 luggage racks both official Suzuki.
- - Economy add on rack was around $42
- - Complete replacement rack $67
- - Suzuki Gel seat $150

That was for 1998 prices he did not have 1999 Suzuki catalog.

Now does anyone have any comments on prices or which luggage rack
 is better etc.
Also other vendors and option would be great.<<

I bought the complete replacement rack for my 99 DR. It is big enough to
handle a small pack.  If you are going to carry larger stuff, go for the
economy rack, it is larger but doesn't look as good.

My experience with the gel seats is that they improve comfort a bit.

Gino

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 09:26:14 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack

>What I was wondering if anyone has any thought on a luggage rack


Tim "Obe Wan" Bernard is making me a rack as we speak. It is 10.5" long comared to
7.5" on the deluxe model. You take your stock rail off and send it to him. Judging
from the quality of his sideracks it will be gorgeous...

Kurt
Salt Lake City

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 11:38:14 -0600
From: "chasmatic" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack

Mark the two Suzuki racks have two different purposes.  The more expensive
rack is much smaller but actually replaces the entire rear loop.  Your rear
fender will mount directly to it.  The larger and cheaper rack is a true add
on as it replaces nothing.  It will support a larger load.  I personally
opted for the larger rack since I take a large duffel when we go dual sport
touring.  However, all is not perfect with this rack, unless Suzuki has
gotten together with its vendor and made some changes.  Everyone of these
racks that I have seen has one rear mounting tab (right side) that doesn't
align quite right with the turn signal bolt.  It is far enough off that it
has to be modified.  Also, the white paint didn't last very long before it
started to flake off.  The functionality of the rack has been great, once
mounted.  The smaller, blue racks that I have seen may be coming from a
different vendor with better paint and no mounting problems.

You will find the Suzuki gel seat to be a little more comfortable but not
the complete answer to any long distance riding that encompasses a fair
amount of pavement.  For that type of riding, you may want to look into
Corbin's accessory seat as it is considerably wider in the sitting area.

Good luck

Harral


- -----Original Message-----
From: Mark Tytler <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail] <[e-mail]>
Date: Wednesday, March 17, 1999 10:08 AM
Subject: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack


>
>
>Hi All,
>
>I am in the process of purchasing a brand new 1999 DR350SE
>I am test driving it this Saturday weather permitting.  If I like
>I am buying.
>Price = $4400
>
>What I was wondering if anyone has any thought on a luggage rack
>and
>comfortable seat option for the bike?
>
>I was in contact with  Competition Accessories 1-800-543-8208
>http://www.compacc.com/
>
>They have 2 luggage racks both official Suzuki.
>- Economy add on rack was around $42
>- Complete replacement rack $67
>- Suzuki Gel seat $150
>
>That was for 1998 prices he did not have 1999 Suzuki catalog.
>
>Now does anyone have any comments on prices or which luggage rack
> is better etc.
>Also other vendors and option would be great.
>
>Thanks
>
>Sharky
>Rochester, NY
>
>
>

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 12:59:14 PST
From: "joel newtson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Electricks & centerstand

     Hello All,
     Anyone know if/how the DR350SE's electrickle system can be upgraded
to allow installation of brighter headlight, louder horn, use of turn
signals as running lights, etc.?  One guy said all I need is to have my
stator re-wound, but that sounds a little too pat.
     Also, are there any (preferably sturdy) retrofit centerstands
available for the 350SE?  Thanks very much.
     Joel
     [e-mail]

P. S. Where can I find a low-mount trials-type front fender for the SE?
(mud's a non-issue where I live)  Thanks again.
Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 14:13:47 -0700
From: "Pokluda, Gino F" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) Electricks & centerstand

>>Also, are there any (preferably sturdy) retrofit centerstands
available for the 350SE?  Thanks very much.<<

The latest I heard was that 5-Stars was going to have one this summer
sometime.

Gino

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 14:37:14 -0700
From: "Fred Hink" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Electricks & centerstand

- -----Original Message-----
From: joel newtson <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail] <[e-mail]>
Date: Wednesday, March 17, 1999 7:16 AM
Subject: (dr350) Electricks & centerstand


>
>P. S. Where can I find a low-mount trials-type front fender for the SE?
>(mud's a non-issue where I live)  Thanks again.


I have been selling the UFO Superbike low front fender to the KLR bunch.  I
don't know for sure that they will fit the DR but they were designed for
dual sport bikes.  I have them in white or black and they are $29.45.  They
come with all the mounting hardware and the instructions.

Fred Hink
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
                    Arrowhead Motorsports
http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/index.html *NEW*
                           435-259-7356
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 16:34:17 -0700
From: Michael Terrian <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Trying to lighten up!

I've been on a campaign to lighten my '96 DR350SE since I bought it. So
far, I've removed passenger pegs and brackets, turn signals, chain guard,
and rear fender extension. AOnly things I've added in the weight department
are Acerbis handguards and RT cartridge emulators.

The rear fender rail looks pretty sad now with the turn signal mounting
brackets, but I don't want to take the grinder to them in case the person I
eventually sell the bike to (provided I live that long) wants to re-attach
the turn signals. Does anyone have a dirt version (sans helmet lock, tool
kit, and turn signal tabs) that they'd like to sell?

I'd also like to remove more of the frame extension that supports the rear
fender, preferably everything aft of the rear rail. Has anyone done this
without suffering ill effects (like the rear fender breaking from the
vibration/weight of the brake light assembly)?

And, finally, I'm a little puzzled by the advertised difference in weight
between the DR350 and DR350S, something like 37 pounds. They both have
electric start (starter and battery), don't they? What items, in your
opinion, account for such a big difference?

Thanks in advance to those of you who care to offer your thoughts.

Mike
'96 DR350SE
[e-mail]

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 18:02:20 -0600
From: "Brian Luttman" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (dr350) Trying to lighten up!

I removed the rear fender rail and remounted my turn signals in the holes
for the rail.  It moved the signals in a few inches so I don't catch them on
stuff any more.  I installed Acerbis tail light in place of the stock one.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: [e-mail]
> [mailto:[e-mail]]On Behalf Of Michael Terrian
> Sent: Wednesday, March 17, 1999 5:34 PM
> To: DR350 Lists (E-mail)
> Subject: (dr350) Trying to lighten up!
>
>
> I've been on a campaign to lighten my '96 DR350SE since I bought it. So
> far, I've removed passenger pegs and brackets, turn signals, chain guard,
> and rear fender extension. AOnly things I've added in the weight
> department
> are Acerbis handguards and RT cartridge emulators.
>
> The rear fender rail looks pretty sad now with the turn signal mounting
> brackets, but I don't want to take the grinder to them in case
> the person I
> eventually sell the bike to (provided I live that long) wants to
> re-attach
> the turn signals. Does anyone have a dirt version (sans helmet lock, tool
> kit, and turn signal tabs) that they'd like to sell?
>
> I'd also like to remove more of the frame extension that supports
> the rear
> fender, preferably everything aft of the rear rail. Has anyone done this
> without suffering ill effects (like the rear fender breaking from the
> vibration/weight of the brake light assembly)?
>
> And, finally, I'm a little puzzled by the advertised difference in weight
> between the DR350 and DR350S, something like 37 pounds. They both have
> electric start (starter and battery), don't they? What items, in your
> opinion, account for such a big difference?
>
> Thanks in advance to those of you who care to offer your thoughts.
>
> Mike
> '96 DR350SE
> [e-mail]
>
>
>
>

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 16:09:28 -0800
From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Trying to lighten up!

Mike,

This is what Dick Burleson did to his 350SE: tossed the stock headlight/frame
and installed a UFO DOT headlight/number plate (Acerbis has one) & shortened the
instrument bracket, bringing it closer to the stem. Then he mounted the turn
signal on the headlight & eliminated teh brackets.

On the rear he removed the black fender extension & frame, and replaced the turn
signals with (lighter?) aftermarket units. John Nelson removed his but put the
frame back on after observing the fender shake like a wet dog.

The dirt-only DR does not have the electric start, battery, tool kit and other
street goodies which explains the weight difference.

John




Michael Terrian <[e-mail]> on 03/17/99 03:34:17 PM

Please respond to Michael Terrian <[e-mail]>

To:   "DR350 Lists (E-mail)" <[e-mail]>
cc:    (bcc: John D Gill/RSS/Rockwell)
Subject:  (dr350) Trying to lighten up!




I've been on a campaign to lighten my '96 DR350SE since I bought it. So
far, I've removed passenger pegs and brackets, turn signals, chain guard,
and rear fender extension. AOnly things I've added in the weight department
are Acerbis handguards and RT cartridge emulators.

The rear fender rail looks pretty sad now with the turn signal mounting
brackets, but I don't want to take the grinder to them in case the person I
eventually sell the bike to (provided I live that long) wants to re-attach
the turn signals. Does anyone have a dirt version (sans helmet lock, tool
kit, and turn signal tabs) that they'd like to sell?

I'd also like to remove more of the frame extension that supports the rear
fender, preferably everything aft of the rear rail. Has anyone done this
without suffering ill effects (like the rear fender breaking from the
vibration/weight of the brake light assembly)?

And, finally, I'm a little puzzled by the advertised difference in weight
between the DR350 and DR350S, something like 37 pounds. They both have
electric start (starter and battery), don't they? What items, in your
opinion, account for such a big difference?

Thanks in advance to those of you who care to offer your thoughts.

Mike
'96 DR350SE
[e-mail]

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 21:20:20 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) April Moab Rally...

A few of us diehards are thinking of gathering in Moab at the same time as last
year's dual sport rally for some spring riding and the way cool car show that parades
up and down the main drag on Saturday night April 24th...So, it might be that we
would be in the area from April 22-25th. Give me a hey if you're interested...

Kurt
Salt Lake City

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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 1999 23:57:40 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (dr350) April Moab Rally...

In a message dated 3/17/99 9:20:06 PM Mountain Standard Time,
[e-mail] writes:

<< A few of us diehards are thinking of gathering in Moab at the same time as
last
 year's dual sport rally for some spring riding and the way cool car show that
parades
 up and down the main drag on Saturday night April 24th...So, it might be that
we
 would be in the area from April 22-25th. Give me a hey if you're interested.
>>

Oh that sounds way too tempting.  It would have to be a blitz trip for me. I
might even, God forbid, tow my bike(DR350)!  It would be a great inagural dual
sport ride for my bone stock DR350SE.

Gino

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Date: Thu, 18 Mar 1999 08:42:16 -0700
From: "Tim Bernard" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) April Moab Rally...

I am going with some buddies. Taking the KLX & RS435. I have an agenda.
Moab tentative trip plan
Wednesday 4-21 travel to Goblin Valley State Park. Primitive camping
Thursday 4-22 ride San Rafael Swell south of Interstate
Friday 4-23 ride San Rafael Swell & depart in the afternoon to Moab to
Canyon Lands RV Park.
Saturday 4-24 Enjoy Moab Car Show etc.....maybe afternoon ride
Sunday 4-25 Depart early for Dugout Ranch & Beef Basin .......long day
Monday 4-26 Depart for Boise
Let me know.
Happy Trails
Tim
PS
Only one dared show up last year on a DRS & look what happened
- -

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Date: Thu, 18 Mar 1999 09:02:30 -0700
From: "Tim Bernard" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack

Give me your dream concept.
I have done several things. Do you actually want a back rest? I have to get
to work on some stuff for Kurt now . So let me know.
Happy Trails
Tim
- -----Original Message-----
From: Mark Tytler <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail] <[e-mail]>
Date: Wednesday, March 17, 1999 8:58 AM
Subject: (dr350) 1999 DR350SE Luggage Rack


>
>
>Hi All,
>
>I am in the process of purchasing a brand new 1999 DR350SE
>I am test driving it this Saturday weather permitting.  If I like
>I am buying.
>Price = $4400
>
>What I was wondering if anyone has any thought on a luggage rack
>and
>comfortable seat option for the bike?
>
>I was in contact with  Competition Accessories 1-800-543-8208
>http://www.compacc.com/
>
>They have 2 luggage racks both official Suzuki.
>- Economy add on rack was around $42
>- Complete replacement rack $67
>- Suzuki Gel seat $150
>
>That was for 1998 prices he did not have 1999 Suzuki catalog.
>
>Now does anyone have any comments on prices or which luggage rack
> is better etc.
>Also other vendors and option would be great.
>
>Thanks
>
>Sharky
>Rochester, NY
>
>
>

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 09:40:00 -0500
From: "Sperduto, Nick" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) the button

This is for the kick start dr people.
How many people are as dumb as me.
On my 1990, my kill switch is one of those buttons that pushes in and out.
in kill the motor and out runs the motor. I can't tell you the number of
times I was waiting on a trial for another rider and when I turn my body
around, hit the button with my elbow.
Also, a couple of times, when climbing rocks, I got thrown forward and the
bike stalled. I started kicking, only to realize that I hit the button.
Since then, I've moved the button between the triple clamps.

I remember on my KDX, I had a squeeze bulb horn and everytime I went over
the bars, the last thing that would happen was my leg would hit the squeeze
bulb and blow the horn. So when I heard the horn, I knew I was going flying.

Nick

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 08:25:43 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) the button

>bulb and blow the horn. So when I heard the horn, I knew I was going flying.
>
>Nick


aahh the indignity of it all...

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 08:26:58 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Kouba links...

Norm, I'm hoping you read this...we had a lister on an affilitated list, i.e., DUST
asking about your Kouba Links. Can you give a summary of why you developed them and
what they can and can't accomplish?

Thanks,

Kurt Simpson

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 07:39:59 -0800
From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) the button

"Sperduto, Nick" <[e-mail]> on 03/19/99 06:40:00 AM


>This is for the kick start dr people.
>How many people are as dumb as me.
>On my 1990, my kill switch is one of those buttons that pushes in and out.
>in kill the motor and out runs the motor. I can't tell you the number of
>times I was waiting on a trial for another rider and when I turn my body
>around, hit the button with my elbow.
>Also, a couple of times, when climbing rocks, I got thrown forward and the
>bike stalled. I started kicking, only to realize that I hit the button.
>Since then, I've moved the button between the triple clamps.

>I remember on my KDX, I had a squeeze bulb horn and everytime I went over
>the bars, the last thing that would happen was my leg would hit the squeeze
>bulb and blow the horn. So when I heard the horn, I knew I was going flying.

>Nick

LOL! "Honk, honk! Everyone look while I unload!"

You might want to replace the kill button with the more common, auto-return type
found in the dirt model.

My situation is occasional, slow-speed tipovers with my youngest. He likes to
      watch the older two, and when they're either in front or behind on the
      trail he is constantly shifting his weight to get a full view of them. You
      could imagine what that does going down the trail or when at a standstill.
      It's most precarious when we have to stop on a slope to give one of the
      others a hand.

John

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 08:54:03 -0700
From: "Tim Bernard" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Kouba links...

Norm is in Baja as we speak. He is riding a borrowed DRS435 he has tweaked
on that belong to Mrs Bates. He is using borrowed side racks & saddle bags
from me. He rode down in somebdy elses Suburban and is wearing riding gear
he got off of a used rack from a friend that gave them to him.
So please buy the links from him when he returns.
Happy Trails
Tim
- -----Original Message-----
From: Kurt Simpson <[e-mail]>
To: dr350 <[e-mail]>
Cc: dust <[e-mail]>
Date: Friday, March 19, 1999 8:23 AM
Subject: (dr350) Kouba links...


>Norm, I'm hoping you read this...we had a lister on an affilitated list,
i.e., DUST
>asking about your Kouba Links. Can you give a summary of why you developed
them and
>what they can and can't accomplish?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Kurt Simpson
>
>

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 10:02:55 -0600
From: "chasmatic" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) the button

- -----Original Message-----
From: Sperduto, Nick <[e-mail]>
To: 'dr350 post' <[e-mail]>
Date: Friday, March 19, 1999 8:40 AM
Subject: (dr350) the button


>This is for the kick start dr people.
>How many people are as dumb as me.
>Nick


I'm certainly glad you addressed this only to the kick start DR riders.
Let's all us lectric starters off the hook.  But I do see your reasoning
:-))

Harral

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 09:18:26 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) the button

>My situation is occasional, slow-speed tipovers with my youngest. He likes to
>      watch the older two, and when they're either in front or behind on the
>      trail he is constantly shifting his weight to get a full view of them. You
>      could imagine what that does going down the trail or when at a standstill.
>      It's most precarious when we have to stop on a slope to give one of the
>      others a hand.
>
>John


another rider with young kids? I have 4 but only 1 is riding but that still leaves the
10 and 5 yr old...I haven't figured out a way to get them both on-board...

Kurt

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 09:55:33 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) Re: digest or archives for DR350 list?

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From: Paulick, Michael <[e-mail]>
To: '[e-mail]' <[e-mail]>
Date: Friday, March 19, 1999 9:22 AM
Subject: digest or archives for DR350 list?


>Is there a digest version of the DR350 list I can subscribe to?  How?  Are
>there archives I can look at?  If so, where are they?  THANKS!
>
>
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>303-925-2111
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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 08:57:37 -0800
From: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Small Passengers

Here is how you get wee ones on board, those who are unable to reach the rear
passenger pegs:

   Go to the hardware store and buy a precut twelve-inch piece of 1/2" diameter
   treaded rod, AKA all thread. Get six nuts and flat washers.
   Buy folding pillion pegs from your scooter dealer, the ones with the hole in
   the base bracket.
   Remove a front engine case-to-frame bolt and nut. Replace with threaded rod,
   washers & nuts on each side. The rod will need to be slightly off-centered
   toward the right; more clearance is needed on the exhaust side due to the
   heat. To each side, add a second set of nuts, then washers, and finally the
   pegs, then the last of the washers and nuts. Tighten it all up so the pegs
   fold rearward, out of the way when not used.
   Get a crossbar pad. The wee on holds onto the crossbar.
   Their foot/ankle may come in occasional contact with the exhaust pipe;
   sandwich a piece of flat metal (National hardware bracket works fine) between
   the peg and nut to keep foot/shoe from touching pipe.
   Place wee one on front of seat. Take for spin, and watch for small smiles on
   first few rides.

John








"Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]> on 03/19/99 08:18:26 AM

To:   John D Gill/RSS/Rockwell@CNXT, "Sperduto, Nick" <[e-mail]>
cc:   [e-mail]
Subject:  Re: (dr350) the button





>My situation is occasional, slow-speed tipovers with my youngest. He likes to
>      watch the older two, and when they're either in front or behind on the
>      trail he is constantly shifting his weight to get a full view of them.
You
>      could imagine what that does going down the trail or when at a
standstill.
>      It's most precarious when we have to stop on a slope to give one of the
>      others a hand.
>
>John


another rider with young kids? I have 4 but only 1 is riding but that still
leaves the
10 and 5 yr old...I haven't figured out a way to get them both on-board...

Kurt

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 99 13:52:13 PST
From: [e-mail] (Susan J. Merrill)
Subject: (dr350) Armor for my DR

Hi -

I want to buy a better bash plate for my DR.  I am looking for pros and
cons (and prices) of what other people are using.  Also, are there other
add-on protection pieces that you would recommend?  Rear disk brake guards?
Fork guards?  I don't care if my frame gets scratched, but I'd hate to
break something vital on the bike if I could have protected it.

In order of importance, what have you folks added to your DRs to protect them?

Thanks -

Susan

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 16:21:25 -0700
From: "Tim Bernard" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Armor for my DR

We have made our own in the past. I am not up on the latest ones. I have
seen somestock ones have some pieces added on.
Happy Trails
- -----Original Message-----
From: Susan J. Merrill <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail] <[e-mail]>
Date: Friday, March 19, 1999 2:49 PM
Subject: (dr350) Armor for my DR


>Hi -
>
>I want to buy a better bash plate for my DR.  I am looking for pros and
>cons (and prices) of what other people are using.  Also, are there other
>add-on protection pieces that you would recommend?  Rear disk brake guards?
>Fork guards?  I don't care if my frame gets scratched, but I'd hate to
>break something vital on the bike if I could have protected it.
>
>In order of importance, what have you folks added to your DRs to protect
them?
>
>Thanks -
>
>Susan
>
>

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Date: Fri, 19 Mar 1999 23:02:18 -0700
From: "Tom Warr" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (dr350) Armor for my DR

I think reinforceing your DR(S) is wise.  It has saved me a long walk many
times, and pays for itself with the parts that do not break.

I got an aftermarket skid plate from Cycle Gear.  It is aluminum, and comes
up front higher, is solid, without holes to let rocks through.  Judging by
all the rock gouges and sandblasting that is imbedded in the plate, I know
it is essential.  Without it, all that sand and rock blast from the front
tire hits the engine or external oil lines.

Acerbis brush guards have paid for themselves with brake and clutch levers
that haven't broken.  I also have the air dams that make cool little
fairings for my hands.  I bought blue, but the shade is not an exact match
for the bike - doesn't look bad, but if I had it to do over again, I think I
would get black.

I have the lower fork guards and front brake guard from Acerbis.  Not real
essential, but will prevent some scratches.  I do not have a rear brake disc
guard, and I don't think it is necessary.  You can have one welded on at the
same time as when you reinforce your swing arm (which is the time to do it).

I did invest in a stronger chain guard, again, I think, from Cycle Gear.  I
think this is a good idea.

I have an instrament guard - it is heavy, and probably not necessary, but
looks cool.  It would be a good place to mount the GPS.

Renthall bars are so much stronger than stock, they are like adding extra
protection.  My Acerbis 4 gallon tank is very durable, and has survived
innumerable crashes and motocross jumps.

I use stock mirrors and turn signals.  They are vulnerable, but cheap and
easy to replace.  I left the passenger pegs on as they act as a crash bar.

I once rode my DRS 350/400 to work in Conrad, via gravel roads (80 miles
worth).  I hit a turn too hard and spun out on a gravel road at 60 mph.  In
my aerostich, I slid for what seemed hours, but underneath, I was unscathed.
The bike suffered a broken turn signal, but no other damage.  I got it
started and made it to work, if a bit sheepish, but without further
incident.  The worst damage was my scratched helmet.

TW

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Date: Mon, 22 Mar 1999 09:00:38 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) List notes..

Yes you are subscribed to the dr350 list...there are now 68 subscribers...be
patient...it takes time to grow something worth having...I'd be posting but right now
I'm working on my KLR...waiting for parts for my dr350....I did receive the service
manual from Fred Hink...it is a loose leaf affair with supplements for the various
year changes.  It is written from the perspective of dirt bikes...break-in, oil
changes, and valve adjustments are figured on number of hours rather than miles
ridden...

Kurt Simpson
Salt Lake City

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Date: Mon, 22 Mar 1999 19:08:49 -0600
From: "loren & julie bohl" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (dr350) shark fin

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