From: susan@vision.jpl.nasa.gov (Susan J. Merrill)
Subject: Re: Intro & questions {was: (dr350) to all you electric people
> > I Just got a 99 DR350SEX , what the X stands for , i don't know.
Oh, I thought it was a clever advertising ploy - a DR350 "SEX" ;)
Susan
(This post represents my opinion and not that of JPL.)
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 07 Apr 1999 11:40:19 -0700
From: Scott Aldrich <scotta@sr.hp.com>
Subject: (dr350) Introduction
Hi there,
I'm new to this list, so I'll go ahead and give a little info about
me.
I live in Santa Rosa, California, which is located about 60 miles
north of the Golden Gate bridge.
I mostly ride trails in the Ukiah area where there is a 60,000 acre
BLM OHV area and thousands of acres of US Forest riding / camping
places. I also ride in the South Bay area at places like Metcalf which
has a few trails and some MX tracks (fun). I haven't made it to
Hollister yet, but I'd like to get there sometime soon.
I also commute to work on my bike, so that's one of the main reasons I
chose the '98 Suzuki DR350SE. I bought it new last year in Petaluma
(great bike shop) and have over 2000 miles on it. I've done highway
riding with my dad and his Harley sportster 883, trail riding, MX and
Dual Sport with some friends.
The only modifications I've done are:
* Replaced the stock tires with Dunlop intermediate terrain knobbies.
* Added rim locks.
* Put on Bark Busters.
* Added the replacement rack so I can carry a small pack on the rear.
* Replaced the rear turn signal indicators with some small ones.
* Took off the license plate holder assembly and mounted my license
plate under the brake light, using the bolts from the brake assembly as
part of the license plate holder.
* Replaced the front sprocket with a 14 tooth one giving me 14/41
gearing. This actually gave me more top end as the bike couldn't
redline with the 15/41 gearing.
* Took the plug out of the top of the airbox.
* Bought a set of replacement plastic as we tend to get a little wild
when trail riding :-) I keep the extra set for when I'm just doing
street riding.
The bike I owned previous to my DRSE, and still own, is an '85 Honda
CR125R. I still ride it, and I love doing MX with it. I've been riding
/ owning motorcycles for 24 years with about 10 years of dirt bike
experience.
- --
Scott Aldrich / UN*X System Administrator
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 12:21:59 -0700
From: "Lees, John W" <John.Lees@PSS.Boeing.com>
Subject: (dr350) new to list
Hello I am new to the list. I have a ' 93 DR 350 S I just bought. My question is what is the best value in tires for that bike as I will do more street than trail; The guy I purchased it from had "full on nobies" on it, I know on the street it will not last long.
It is quite a mixed bag on the opinion of the guy's selling tires around here (Portland, or.) . I also noticed that most tires (dual sport are 80/20 or 20/80 (street/dirt) . Is there a 70/30 or a 60/40 ? Any input to this post will be appreciated. . . Please help.
> ----------
> From: George Kovacs[SMTP:mtctech@acronet.net]
> Reply To: George Kovacs
> Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 1999 10:23 AM
> To: Bryan Nolastname
> Cc: dr350@lists.xmission.com
> Subject: Re: Intro & questions {was: (dr350) to all you electric people
>
> Hi Bryan.
>
> I Just got a 99 DR350SEX , what the X stands for , i don't know.
> The bike will do 80MPH, and holds pretty steady as far as handling , but
> you must know that these bike are not designed for highway use. Like a
> goldwing or so.
> As far as difference between DR and DR-se yes lots of it.
> Front forks are the same ,
> Rear suspension , DR has a longer swing arm ,because of that has a longer
> susp. travel 11.2 vs.10' on the SE.
> SE has electric start ,a nice feature ( did you ever get a leg injury
> riding?) ,try to kick start after that. + cold start and after dumping it
> ......... Hart to get it going.
> On the other hand you will get less weight DR 249Lb --- SE 286Lb ( starter
> + battery +lights, ......)
> DR has a different carb TM33SS ---- SE has BST33 ( air pollution , i
> guess)
> DR has a tall seat height 36.2" if you shorter than 6' you will not be
> able to put both feet to the groung at a traficlight. The SE is 35"
> DR has a more knobby tire like a dirt bike , the SE has semi knobby so it
> has some traction on the road.
> As far as trans , i was told that it is geared different, but i don't know
> if it is true. But i can tell that the DR has a larger rear sprocket.
> The engine should be the same.
> Oh Yes and the SE has lockable gas cap -----Sugar!!!!!
> I have to ride on the street to so i picked the SE . I like it.
> I hope this will help to clear up some of your questions.
>
> George
>
>
>
>
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 13:54:01 -0600
From: "Pokluda, Gino F" <efpoklu@sandia.gov>
Subject: (dr350) DR350 center stand
I know some of you will ask "WHY?" but there are some who might want one.
I think I have found a supplier for a center stand for the DR350SE. I
should be taking delivery of the unit in about 4 weeks (it's coming from
Europe) and will let everyone know if it fits and how it works.
Gino, editor, Dual Sport News
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 12:55:49 -0800
From: M Lang <mlang@fstsrv.jpl.nasa.gov>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 center stand
>I know some of you will ask "WHY?" but there are some who might want one.
>
>I think I have found a supplier for a center stand for the DR350SE. I
>should be taking delivery of the unit in about 4 weeks (it's coming from
>Europe) and will let everyone know if it fits and how it works.
>
>Gino, editor, Dual Sport News
I would like to get one too. How much does it cost?
= Minh =
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 14:01:21 -0600
From: "Pokluda, Gino F" <efpoklu@sandia.gov>
Subject: RE: (dr350) DR350 center stand
>>I would like to get one too. How much does it cost?
We're not sure yet, with shipping and customs costs. But it will be about
$100.00. I have one from the same manufacturer on my KLR650 and it is a
pretty slick deal. Unfortunately, this company is notorious for making stuff
that does not fit!
So we will have to be patient. The reason I posted the message early was
for DR350 riders to think about it and give some feedback so that the
supplier could order a larger lot and cut the cost... if it all pans out.
Gino
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 14:36:20 -0600
From: "Kurt Simpson" <ajax@xmission.com>
Subject: Re: (dr350) DR350 center stand
>I know some of you will ask "WHY?" but there are some who might want one.
>
>I think I have found a supplier for a center stand for the DR350SE. I
>should be taking delivery of the unit in about 4 weeks (it's coming from
>Europe) and will let everyone know if it fits and how it works.
>
>Gino, editor, Dual Sport News
Mike Walburn told me that DualStar is going to make one as well. He couldn't tell me when he
expected to have it in production. He is sending me one of his stainless steel luggage racks to
look at...I'll probably do a write-up and compare it with Obe Wan's....
Kurt
------------------------------
Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 14:46:10 -0600
From: "Kurt Simpson" <ajax@xmission.com>
Subject: (dr350) Tank Panniers...
Gino or others, have you tried your Aerostich Tank Panniers on the 350? How is the fit? You
