DR750/800 owners and those interested

[JATZ]

Offered out at $5200 at the end of the last auction and no takers. Go on Jatz.

If eveything goes according to plan and I can keep off the tobbacco then I figure I'll have another ride by next spring/summer
probly not that 800 but I've seen it in the flesh and it is very very tidy

[dino3310]

If eveything goes according to plan and I can keep off the tobbacco then I figure I'll have another ride by next spring/summer
probly not that 800 but I've seen it in the flesh and it is very very tidy

you off the baccy to mate, good on ya bro. im 5 months clean but getting fockin fat :lol:

[junkmanjoe]

but getting fockin fat :lol:

yea its true Jatz...:laugh: :bleh:

JMJ

[dino3310]

yea its true Jatz...:laugh: :bleh:

JMJ

just following suit bro, next is a katoom

[JATZ]

you off the baccy to mate, good on ya bro. im 5 months clean but getting fockin fat :lol:

Thats o.k......
I lost a couple of kg somewhere over the past couple of months, so I got some skin that needs filling in anyway :D

[Woodman]

OOOO That dr8hundy is very nice. I could see myself under that.

[junkmanjoe]

just following suit bro, next is a katoom

bastard................:doh:
on ya mate.............

JMJ

[dino3310]

Faaark another one http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-288996139.htm

207089

[Eddieb]

It looks like the Blue 800 sold to Australia.

[Padmei]

Interesting (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=12403105&postcount=4113)

[dino3310]

Interesting (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=12403105&postcount=4113)

those Katanas are cult coool mate

[NordieBoy]

Interesting (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=12403105&postcount=4113)

He likes his duckbills :D

[JATZ]

It looks like the Blue 800 sold to Australia.

Funny thing is the only way they can import it into Aus is to pull it to pieces and ship it as parts. One of the members over on ADVrider got one shipped from the u.k i think, in 4 crates. It was the only way he could get what he wanted

[dino3310]

the DR BIGs were certianly ahead of there time with the duck bill design, shame the brakes and suspention sucked :lol:

[JATZ]

the DR BIGs were certianly ahead of there time with the duck bill design, shame the brakes and suspention sucked :lol:

Amen to that brother :D
And they got a good frame too :shutup:

[Woodman]

Interesting (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=12403105&postcount=4113)

OOOh I like the colour scheme of that Big. Love those katanas too. The BMW's are ghey.

[dino3310]

Is this 10bikekids one :gob: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-300512828.htm

[junkmanjoe]

Is this 10bikekids one :gob: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-300512828.htm

I think you should buy it mate...
http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/61/136073961_full.jpg

JMJ

[nooles]

DR BIG'S are too BIG for him Joe, he would drop it in the carpark before he even fired it up!!!

[dino3310]

so do i, but i spent my savings on a new pair of boots so i cant :slap:

[dino3310]

DR BIG'S are too BIG for him Joe, he would drop it in the carpark before he even fired it up!!!

awe bro thats a bit mean :lol: naa ive eatin heaps more pies so now ive got some weight to throw it around :rofl:

[nooles]

awe bro thats a bit mean :lol: naa ive eatin heaps more pies so now ive got some weight to throw it around :rofl:

Arh winter yes we all need a few more pounds during these months, must fire the Big up one day I've been riding the KTM too much

[junkmanjoe]

I've been riding the KTM too much

music to my ears....

JMJ

[dino3310]

wouldnt mind a BIG in the shed for the odd road trip, these light bikes are just to much fun offroad:Punk:

[dino3310]

music to my ears....

JMJ

yeah but he's got a fun fast light one not a 'watch out get out of the way im to farking big to stop eeeeerrrrrkkkkkk splat' mumble mumble farkin clay

[junkmanjoe]

ummm more like a THUMP :blink:
as i was going to fast... and it did hurt my old shoulder....

hay my big heavy bike takes a lot of skills to keep up right in the bogs,,,,or a shit load of luck..:yes:

JMJ

[dino3310]

i couldnt ride one mate, shite the BIG was big enough for me and that was only 198kg fully loaded

[Waihou Thumper]

Two of them for sale, which one? Hmmm.
One looks a bit tidier.....is all?

[dino3310]

Two of them for sale, which one? Hmmm.
One looks a bit tidier.....is all?


Soooooo what ya getting

[Waihou Thumper]

:) looks like a DR650 for the time being mate....The big might go into the garage for a top 'n tail refit...:) I wanna keep it. She is a beauty!
But, these two sparked my interest, but won't reply to my calls...Hmmm, I aint gonna chase them, it aint pussy...:) just a bike !

[JATZ]

:) looks like a DR650 for the time being mate....The big might go into the garage for a top 'n tail refit...:) I wanna keep it. She is a beauty!
But, these two sparked my interest, but won't reply to my calls...Hmmm, I aint gonna chase them, it aint pussy...:) just a bike !


Sooo you didn't get rid of the Big then ?
Why get a 650 ? why not a XR250 or summat you can have a bit of offroad fun on, keep the Big for longer dual purpose stuff.
Just my 2 rupees :D

[Waihou Thumper]

Sooo you didn't get rid of the Big then ?
Why get a 650 ? why not a XR250 or summat you can have a bit of offroad fun on, keep the Big for longer dual purpose stuff.
Just my 2 rupees :D

Nooo...I wanna keep the big, tempted to get another.....
But I might just get a 650 for the trails...250cc is too small. NZKTM is a big beast...:) (Me)
DR800 would be on the cards if these guys actually answered questions etc....:)
I wanna interim bike, put the ole girl up on blocks, take care of her but still want to ride....dilemma...

[dino3310]

But I might just get a 650 for the trails...250cc is too small. NZKTM is a big beast...:) (Me)


well lay of the pies then :lol:
get an XR mate and get the best of both

[Box'a'bits]

You guys seen this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Other/auction-302082435.htm) on tard me? Spares - Carbs, instruments, wheels, indicators etc etc :mellow:

[dino3310]

awesome Steve good spotting

[Waihou Thumper]

You guys seen this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Other/auction-302082435.htm) on tard me? Spares - Carbs, instruments, wheels, indicators etc etc :mellow:

Hmm, food for thought, cheers Steve!

[dino3310]

someone buy it for me please :yes:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-304310493.htm

[Waihou Thumper]

someone buy it for me please :yes:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-304310493.htm


Nope! Buy mine......$2750 to the quickest and the one with folding! I am gonna sell her. :yes:

[dino3310]

Nope! Buy mine......$2000 to the quickest and the one with folding! I am gonna sell her. :yes:

:gob::gob::gob::gob::gob:
F%ck someones in for a bargain

[Waihou Thumper]

No reserve mate, we will see what the market dictates, not keen for a dollar reserve in case it goes for $2.00 Imagine that! :shit:

[junkmanjoe]

whats this the big up for sale.

dino mate grab her back...

JMJ

[dino3310]

whats this the big up for sale.

dino mate grab her back...

JMJ

yeah mate i will, all i need is for you to give me some$$$$$$$

[dino3310]

:shit:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-304370356.htm

[JATZ]

No reserve mate, we will see what the market dictates, not keen for a dollar reserve in case it goes for $2.00 Imagine that! :shit:

Go on ya chicken.... $1 res

[junkmanjoe]

il buy that for a dollar......:yes:

[dino3310]

is she sold marky mark

[Waihou Thumper]

Yep, the garage is bare, new owner came and picked her up. It is going local mate, so we will see here round the traps....Ngaruawahia in fact. After cleaning it, I was in two minds, but at then end of the day cash talks and for 185-200 Kg, they aren't trail bikes aye...:) Heavy to pick up off the deck as we all know.....:innocent:

[JATZ]

:wari: :wari:

Got the Big back today after it shit itself on the 1st May.
Like chucking on an old pair of slippers :yes: and I don't think I wannanuther bike :innocent:
Happy as a pig in shit :yes:

[dino3310]

F@#kin saweeee:Punk:t bro

[NordieBoy]

Happy as a pig in shit :yes:

Fallen off and covered in mud already?

[Eddieb]

That black DR800 in Wellington is back on Trade Me as of today.

[dino3310]

yep back on my watchlist, just waiting for someone to kark it so i can get some inheritence:innocent:

[Eddieb]

Slighty distressed 750 for sale in Queensland Aus $1650

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=13792718&postcount=156

[nooles]

Slighty distressed 750 for sale in Queensland Aus $1650

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=13792718&postcount=156

Disc brake rear end WOW:shit: that would be nice:yes:

[Eddieb]

Maybe you lot should club together and import it to part out between you all.

You could have the rear end, Jatz whatever he needs etc.

[dino3310]

Disc brake rear end WOW:shit: that would be nice:yes:

shit mate you could get it and chuck your plates on it, then ole blue could retire.




Edit: oh crap ignore that post i just read your other post about the Katoom, bugga mate i know the feeling.

[JATZ]

Maybe you lot should club together and import it to part out between you all.

You could have the rear end, Jatz whatever he needs etc.

I think there would be a scrap over the rear disc :yes:

[nooles]

I think there would be a scrap over the rear disc :yes:

:yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::shifty::2guns:

[dino3310]

i wish i could get XR wheels this cheap http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Wheels/auction-312596132.htm

[nooles]

i wish i could get XR wheels this cheap http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Wheels/auction-312596132.htm

I've got one of those sitting in my shed :yes: YOU did have an XR wheel on the back of the DR remember:blink: now weres that gone:shutup:

[JATZ]

Yous fullahs keep your eyes off the rear wheel, it's mine I tell ya :angry:

Only really need the hub for an 18 in re-build but I'll have the rest for shits and giggles

[dino3310]

I've got one of those sitting in my shed :yes: YOU did have an XR wheel on the back of the DR remember:blink: now weres that gone:shutup:

yeah it did BUT was off a XR4 mid 80s Drum brake and in 17inch soooo it won fit :dodge:

[JATZ]

Just for those who're interested.....

Coming home from the Naki ride I thought the clutch felt even worse than usuall, infact I didn't think I was going to get up the Whangamoas :shit: I Imagine it's what riding a Hardley Struggleson is like, plenty of noise and fcuk all forward movement :blink:
Anyhooo, I got some new bits and stuck em in today, just waiting on a cable from the Suzuki dealers in Perth.
Looking at the cable I really was riding on borrowed time. Otherwaise all other bits are within spec :woohoo:

[Padmei]

So you mean the clutch plates were ok? Couldn't have been the cable that was causing the loss of power.
I've never seen a bike clutch in the raw before. Can you see the physical differences between the new & old plates? I guess with so many plates it'll be a little bit off each plate rather than a lot off a dry clutch plate??? Or is it glazing that's the problem?

Or am I asking too many questions as usual?

Shut up Padmei

[CrazyFrog]

So you mean the clutch plates were ok? Couldn't have been the cable that was causing the loss of power.
I've never seen a bike clutch in the raw before. Can you see the physical differences between the new & old plates? I guess with so many plates it'll be a little bit off each plate rather than a lot off a dry clutch plate??? Or is it glazing that's the problem?

Or am I asking too many questions as usual?

Shut up Padmei

Dude, the thickness is measured with a micrometer, that's little itty bitty measurements, your standard classroom ruler won't be quite cut the mustard. Usually worn plates are obvious to the naked eye though. The plates will often warp when they thin out which will cause ya clutch to slip.

JATZ- If you're desperate for a cable, the boys at the local shop will be able to make up a new inner for about $15 if you re-use the outer cable housing.
Cheers, CF

[cooneyr]

JATZ- If you're desperate for a cable, the boys at the local shop will be able to make up a new inner for about $15 if you re-use the outer cable housing.
Cheers, CF

They can probably supply an outer too. Safe R Brakes down here supply parts and made up cables.

[JATZ]

I think I should be right C.F. and ConneyR, new cable should be here shortly, I hope, postage is pretty quick from Aus.

I measured the plates with a digital micrometer :shit:, the difference was about .04 to .06 mm difference between old and new plates. The old ones look fairly well glazed though. Possibly from when I had the "heat" issue aswell as using the wrong oil, I dunno, it's just speculation.... :scratch:
It's the first clutch I ever done, pretty simple really, you should give it a go :yes: work methodicly and keep things clean, can't go wrong :niceone:

Now I should really be able to chuck some rocks out the back :D

[Taz]

Probably wore it out trying to keep that silver 640 behind you eh?

[Waihou Thumper]

just waiting on a cable from the Suzuki dealers in Perth.
Looking at the cable I really was riding on borrowed time. Otherwaise all other bits are within spec :woohoo:

Same thing happened to me two days before leaving for the Dusty Butt...
The shop made up a new inner cable for me and ordered the genuine cable from Suzuki NZ. They still had one on the shelf and dusted it off for me...:yes: I was lucky it lasted the distance for a temporary fix!
I am also led to believe that a KLR650 cable fits the bike as well James...
It was quite a good price too, less than $60 if I recall for a genuine part..:)

[Phreaky Phil]

Probably wore it out trying to keep that silver 640 behind you eh?
And here was I thinking he wore it out trying to catch the BMW:laugh::laugh::laugh:

[JATZ]

And here was I thinking he wore it out trying to catch the BMW:laugh::laugh::laugh:


Probably wore it out trying to keep that silver 640 behind you eh?

Nah... ya both wrong :yes:

It was poked before I left so I was just nanna-ing (is that a word ?) along for tha whole ride trying to make it last :innocent:

[Padmei]

Nah... ya both wrong :yes:

It was poked before I left so I was just nanna-ing (is that a word ?) along for tha whole ride trying to make it last :innocent:

Yep sorry about that Jatz- I was just riding it the way us KLR riders do - with a fistfull of throttle - didn't know it couldn't handle the input:innocent:


Have you found a mirror yet - Letmeknow & I'llfix you up for it

[Woodman]

To be honest, when i rode the big the other day it felt gutlesserer than my klr, (yes that is possible)which surprised me somewhat.
Will be interesting to see what its like with the clutch mended.

[dino3310]

Yep sorry about that Jatz- I was just riding it the way us KLR riders do - with a fistfull of throttle - didn't know it couldn't handle the input:innocent:


Have you found a mirror yet - Letmeknow & I'llfix you up for it


To be honest, when i rode the big the other day it felt gutlesserer than my klr, (yes that is possible)which surprised me somewhat.
Will be interesting to see what its like with the clutch mended.

:tugger: x 2

[JATZ]

To be honest, when i rode the big the other day it felt gutlesserer than my klr, (yes that is possible)which surprised me somewhat.
Will be interesting to see what its like with the clutch mended.


Yep sorry about that Jatz- I was just riding it the way us KLR riders do - with a fistfull of throttle - didn't know it couldn't handle the input:innocent:


Have you found a mirror yet - Letmeknow & I'llfix you up for it

FYYFF's :bleh: :Pokey:

Really.... Padmei, don't worry about the mirror, the other one will vibrate out soon too

[Padmei]

I do like the ergos tho but have to agree with Woodman- no more power than a 650 DR or KLR. Still it is a bit older than ours so may be a bit more tirereder. What about a big bore kit out to something like 1300? That would be cool:yes:

[JATZ]

I do like the ergos tho but have to agree with Woodman- no more power than a 650 DR or KLR. Still it is a bit older than ours so may be a bit more tirereder. What about a big bore kit out to something like 1300? That would be cool:yes:

No.. no more power but shitloads more character :yes:

I dunno how many h.p. the klr or dr650 have but the Big only has about 50 ish from memory

o.k..... we can put this thread back to page 4 or 5 now, until something else breaks on the Big

[NordieBoy]

Looks like 51hp at 6,600rpm (rear wheel or crank?)
Compared to the DR/KLR at about 34hp at the rear wheel.

[dino3310]

and shit loads more Torque :yes:

[NordieBoy]

They say 52hp for the 750 and 43 for the 650 but 43 is at the crank. It's actually closer to 34. Sooo the 750 should be around 43 at the rear wheel.

Also the 750 is torking at 56nm vs the 650 at 54nm which comes in 1,000rpm sooner.

So the big beast is more of a revver and likes living around 5,500-6,500rpm whereas the 650 likes it slower and longer around 4,500-6,000.

[warewolf]

Like I said before... the Big makes power the way a DR650/KLR650 doesn't. The 650s are nice-ish off the bottom but have no top end and sluggish throttle response - although Nordie's FCR'd beastie was a lot betterer.

The 640 makes 54hp @ 7000rpm and 55nm @ 5500rpm (crank) and shakes like 40 bastards. :woohoo:

:Pokey:

Me likee the Big. :yes:


He stretched it out across the bar, and it went from here......................................to thar.

[dino3310]

one thing i liked about the BIG was you could load the focka up with as much fishing and camping gear as you like and it still pulled harder than a school boy with a stick mag

[JATZ]

Yeah, it's a different kind of power. I like it and it suits my grandad riding style.If I wanted something with stupid wheelspin/wheelie eveywhere power I'd but a KTM or Hooooosaberg

[JATZ]

Right....
New fibre plates installed, gave the steel plates a light sand (sandpaper on a sheet of glass) and then a scuff with a piece of emery cloth. new clutch cable......and.......:headbang:........:clap:..... ...:shit:...... :D
Shoulda done it soonerer :facepalm:

[dino3310]

:woohoo::scooter::woohoo:

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-324394948.htm

:)

[dino3310]

:sick: lots to do

[Waihou Thumper]

that it is simply a pain in the arse to even clean the air filter I wouldn't bother...It takes a whole weekend to take the tanks off and do it...:yes: Bad engineering on their part for such a cool beastie aye..

[dino3310]

that it is simply a pain in the arse to even clean the air filter I wouldn't bother...It takes a whole weekend to take the tanks off and do it...:yes: Bad engineering on their part for such a cool beastie aye..

:laugh: naa you just slow :lol: 20mins to get tank and fairing off. or you can take the one side off in bugger all time, i spent an afternoon taking the bugga on and of sussing out that fuel leak when i got her so i had it down pretty quick.:woohoo:

[dino3310]

how many times did you change the air filter when you had her.

[nooles]

how many times did you change the air filter when you had her.

I've changed mine once in 17yrs and 100k:facepalm:

[dino3310]

I've changed mine once in 17yrs and 100k:facepalm:

dont change it now she might run a little lean after the rich choke like setting of a clogged filter and shit her self......shit is there there still a filter in there.... :rofl:

:shit:that would explain why shes getting a little tired, maybe a new filter might give the beast a new lease of life.

awe bro thats just plain lazy :facepalm: shame shame on you :lol:

[dino3310]

shit and you will ride all the way to Hams Twice just to get a new filter for the Katoom....awe mate thats just not right

[JATZ]

:laugh: naa you just slow :lol: 20mins to get tank and fairing off. QUOTE]

[QUOTE=NZKTM;1129883022]that it is simply a pain in the arse to even clean the air filter I wouldn't bother...It takes a whole weekend to take the tanks off and do it...:yes: Bad engineering on their part for such a cool beastie aye..

The pair of ya's are just plain SLOW ! if it takes more'n 10 mins your doin something wrong...:yes:
Bloody hell Nooles it's a wonder it still runs :blink:

[nooles]

[QUOTE=dino3310;1129883033]:laugh: naa you just slow :lol: 20mins to get tank and fairing off. QUOTE]



The pair of ya's are just plain SLOW ! if it takes more'n 10 mins your doin something wrong...:yes:
Bloody hell Nooles it's a wonder it still runs :blink:

Bloody thing wont die, if it did I'd spend a little money on it but until then it will be my thrash machine:innocent:

[dino3310]

The pair of ya's are just plain SLOW ! if it takes more'n 10 mins your doin something wrong...:yes:
:blink:

i cant drink a six pack in 10 mins i savour it and stretch it out:yes:
if i got a box that might be an all day filter change :lol:

[Waihou Thumper]

how many times did you change the air filter when you had her.

Once...:) and that was too much I think....Better to leave it, they seem to self purge....:facepalm:

[dino3310]

Once...:) and that was too much I think....Better to leave it, they seem to self purge....:facepalm:

:gob::spanking::spanking: ya better change that new orange thing more often than that

[NordieBoy]

:gob::spanking::spanking: ya better change that new orange thing more often than that

Won't it be cheaper to change the filter instead?

[dino3310]

Won't it be cheaper to change the filter instead?

mmmmmm not sure

[Waihou Thumper]

:gob::spanking::spanking: ya better change that new orange thing more often than that

Bad I know, but Suzuki could handle it, she was a brick...The KTM is gentle, needs more, a LOT more TLC out there, but she can handle the rough stuff....:shit:

[nooles]

dont change it now she might run a little lean after the rich choke like setting of a clogged filter and shit her self......shit is there there still a filter in there.... :rofl:

:shit:that would explain why shes getting a little tired, maybe a new filter might give the beast a new lease of life.

awe bro thats just plain lazy :facepalm: shame shame on you :lol:

Well seeing as you bastards hassled me about my air cleaner I decided to give the DR a birthday ie spend about 10% of the KTM service/rebuild , that should be a complete restoration on a DR right, WELL.
I jumped on the KTM and raced up to my local Suzuki dealer , walked in the door and a chap walks up to me "how can we help" oh sweet mate arr I would like a price and availability on a DR750 swing arm bearing kit please, "a what" , a DR750 BIG 1988 model , "never heard of it mate you must be thinking of a dr650", arr no I have owned this bike for 19 f in years mate and if anyone referred to my bike as a 650 I'd probably kick them in the nuts, "lucky im on the other side of the counter" yes yes it is. Ok ill have a look on the computer, no nothing listed under DR750 mate, are you sure thats what your bike is, at this stage I quietly zipped up my jacket and retreated out the door hopped on the KTM and sedately rode thru town and back home.:facepalm:

[XF650]

Ha ha, I know the feeling. Had to educate my local dealers to both the XF650 & the DT230. In my experience 90% of Yami dealers still don't know the DT230 was sold new in NZ.

[dino3310]

had the same experience with my 500:facepalm: lucky the USA is the main market for the 500, as for the 750 you gotta get away from the franchise those fuckas(when they do find the part) will take twice as long at twice the price... i got the fella at Demitry's MC accessories in morrinsville to track parts down, he found two different sets(sizes) of bearings and cut em open to make the one set needed for the BIG steering head, if your that keen on the maintence you might as well get it all sent over from sir Hessler

[thepom]

Had the same with Casbolts Honda in Christchurch with parts for my Africa Twin.....now I go to Hamptons Honda in Hornby where they have top service....

[10bikekid]

Just Dropping in to say Hi to all

Sold my DR (bad move:facepalm:)

But have a 950ADV now as consulation so its not all bad (and if I can find a Good red 800 in the next few years Ill be happy)

[junkmanjoe]

Just Dropping in to say Hi to all

Sold my DR (bad move:facepalm:)

But have a 950ADV now as consulation so its not all bad (and if I can find a Good red 800 in the next few years Ill be happy)

hi there dig up the ktm thread and post a photo of your new 950..

JMJ

[dino3310]

hi there dig up the ktm thread and post a photo of your new 950..

JMJ

NNNOOooooo dont do it Luke, remember your training the force is still strong young skywalker....

Darth man Joe looking for more converts aye, poaching from the cool thread to try and up the coolness factor on the KTM thread aye:spanking:

[junkmanjoe]

but dino mate i have a old skool bike lurking in the twilight zone.........soon to be revealed......

JMJ

[dino3310]

but dino mate i have a old skool bike lurking in the twilight zone.........soon to be reviled......

JMJ

wat ya got bro come on mate flick me a pm:shutup:

[10bikekid]

hi there dig up the ktm thread and post a photo of your new 950..

JMJ

Aye you twisting my arm, ok ill do it (sorry Dino)

and just to tease you I saw 205kph on the beach a while back, thats over 125 in the old mph readings (had to change boxers afterwards though:yes:)

[NordieBoy]

and just to tease you I saw 205kph on the beach a while back, thats over 125 in the old mph readings (had to change boxers afterwards though:yes:)

Did you blow up a BMW?

[dino3310]

:gob: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-332322713.htm

[junkmanjoe]

this your one dino.........

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/79/150590579_full.jpg

buy her back mate....

[dino3310]

would love to mate but im still paying of what i borrowed to fix the XR:crybaby: .... looks like he's trying to make a little extra on what he paid for her, its still got the same tyre on her from when Mark sold it to him which was originally the one on her when i brought her...... Go the Trail Wing:woohoo:
might need a little work(bearings etc)

[junkmanjoe]

looks like a couple rocket boosters on the back as well........

im kicking my self as to whats on tm for offer at the moment....i should have waited a tiny bit longer....:facepalm:

JMJ

[dino3310]

pretty sure Mark put those on for water, you got a good one there bro, so often we will buy a bike and see something a little better or cheaper just after the purchase thats Murphy's law:yes:

[junkmanjoe]

Murphy's a bastard and needs his asre kicked.............:woohoo:

JMJ

[10bikekid]

Did you blow up a BMW?

I quess you had to be there :wacko:

[NordieBoy]

I quess you had to be there :wacko:

Well I thought it was a good joke.

Boxers - BMW's.


Snigger :killingme

[10bikekid]

Well I thought it was a good joke.

Boxers - BMW's.


Snigger :killingme

Yer not bad, you see what happens to one mind once one sell their Big :facepalm:

PS, or it maybe something to do with the gyro affect on my brain of the KTM still wheel spinning in the gravel at 140kph and me realizing I have to stop quick, soon:blink::shit:

[Waihou Thumper]

pretty sure Mark put those on for water, you got a good one there bro, so often we will buy a bike and see something a little better or cheaper just after the purchase thats Murphy's law:yes:

So wrong there Dino...One was Bourbon, the other coke mate...:) Worked well....
It looks like it is bad nick mate....Needs a clean, service and TLC....Not looked after like us mate...I would be a little suspect....The guy lost his licence...:facepalm:
We all know how fast these DRBigs can go aye....:)
In a 50kph zone that is or overtaking a school bus....hehe
He is asking way too much, the subsidising of the fine no doubt..:)

[dino3310]

yeah looking at everthing else hes selling i'd say she might need an overhaul or at least a good going over.

[dino3310]

So wrong there Dino...One was Bourbon, the other coke mate...:) Worked well....


eeeewww warm flat coke, wouldnt it be better filling both with bourbon... no hangover then:facepalm:

[JATZ]

y'know..... If it was a blue one (which ARE! faster) and he wanted about $1000 less and I wasn't saving to go for a bike ride accross the Nullabor...... then I might be tempted

[dino3310]

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[dino3310]

this is what yours should sound like Jatz, ala hessler <iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/csM8SJ_IvUc" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[dino3310]

sound o glorious sound
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[10bikekid]

Cool info Dino

Im getting my license back in a couple of weeks so will be fitting Kenda Knoblies on DR and heading off up the beach to the Dunes :woohoo:

PS, haven't been around ADVRider as got kicked off for a month for teasing the locals :rolleyes:

Will have to catch up with you in person once Im mobile

[dino3310]

:laugh: been a naughty boy aye.

A couple of weeks for me too:woohoo:

[10bikekid]

:laugh: been a naughty boy aye.


A couple of weeks for me too:woohoo:

:facepalm: you to ? we must get together then when the dust settles metal roads your way or Beach and dunes mine ?

PS, naughty, Nah, just another innocent man living in an unjust world :msn-wink:

[dino3310]

:facepalm: you to ? we must get together then when the dust settles metal roads your way or Beach and dunes mine ?

no ive been a good lad.... couple of more weeks is just a rounda bout time me ankle should be up to a bit of mild punishment:violin:

[10bikekid]

no ive been a good lad.... couple of more weeks is just a rounda bout time me ankle should be up to a bit of mild punishment:violin:

So your a Good boy:shutup: with an Injury (I remember now)

Good timing though, lets Ride :woohoo:

[10bikekid]

Finally figured out how to post pics again (as per tire thread)

[dino3310]

Looking good.
Any mods in planned yet

[10bikekid]

Looking good.
Any mods in planned yet

Ive removed 7kg so far, and may modify the rear for another 7 but don't want to change look to much,

Stiffening up forks would be on the cards also and an under slung pipe like the Dakar's wouldn't go astray either

Im going to try it as is with Knobblies now and if I thinks its still to portly or spongy it will be all on

[Waihou Thumper]

Finally figured out how to post pics again (as per tire thread)

Did you buy our/my bike after all that? Cool....:)
Where are my bourbon and coke bottles....:)

[10bikekid]

Did you buy our/my bike after all that? Cool....:)
Where are my bourbon and coke bottles....:)


To heavy 1kg with brackets so had to go

(besides I dont drink:shit:)

PS, O yer I did buy our Bike, she is not to shabby for an Old Girl

[Waihou Thumper]

To heavy 1kg with brackets so had to go

(besides I dont drink:shit:)

PS, O yer I did buy our Bike, she is not to shabby for an Old Girl

Of course. Dino pampered it, I rode it and pampered it like him. She is an awesome girl.....did me proud anyway and I got the photos to prove it....I miss it. I nearly bought it back...:) Nice, look after her. You had one so know the unlimited potential, she is rally proven as we all know...:woohoo:

[10bikekid]

Of course. Dino pampered it, I rode it and pampered it like him. She is an awesome girl.....did me proud anyway and I got the photos to prove it....I miss it. I nearly bought it back...:) Nice, look after her. You had one so know the unlimited potential, she is rally proven as we all know...:woohoo:

Yes, it was in good nic I thought (once it was cleaned) and interesting enough the 750 is about 10kg lighter than the 800 I had so should be more mangle off road and perhaps a better platform for a Big Dirt Bike as the KTM has taken over the role of ADV road tourer but not great in loose stuff with the present tires on nor its 220kg girth

PS and you guys are welcome to catch a ride on the DR at some stage for nostalgia's sake

[dino3310]

Ya know you want it http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-362048230.htm

[10bikekid]

Ya know you want it http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-362048230.htm

I do:drool: and you are bad person Dino:nono:

What am I supposed to tell the wife this time ? :( :spanking:

PS, will post up on ADV First trip on your DR and the mods Ive done

[Robmoto]

Yes 800 rider you know you want it .

[dino3310]

Parts http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-365309531.htm

[XF650]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-367891982.htm

Combo deal with previous post?

[dino3310]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-367891982.htm

Combo deal with previous post?

some goodies in there for ya Jatz

[10bikekid]

I see one of the Bidders has a spare 750 motor in His shed, sounds like he deserves the bike since he will put it back together (though if I was looking for the road bit I'd of fought tooth and nail for it)

Dino your old 750 is just so much fun for what I using it for now :woohoo:

those knobbies are crazy on the road but she can climb near vertical hills:facepalm: off road at barely above idle now :shit:

[gizmo]

Ok guys I need some help.
How much would you expect to pay for a Dr 750 these days.
I had one about 15 years ago and would like another one but they are getting rearer.

[Eddieb]

6 months ago there were several really tidy ones all going for around $5k

[JATZ]

I could sell you mine for 5 k.......:innocent:
Actually, no I wouldn't, I just won't sell it

But I wouldn't pay more than about 3- 3.5 for one, maybe 4 if it was a tidy one, after all it would be a +20 yr old bike that's probly in need of some work, which gets a bit spendy

[gizmo]

That's about what were I thought it would be. Thanks.

[Eddieb]

Spotted this one in Wellington today.

[dino3310]

go on ya know ya wanna http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=413674634

[dino3310]

Ooo look its one of them faster orange ones Jatz
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-430044682.htm

[dino3310]

First and best of the 800's and no bids
:crybaby: i want it but the missus sez its too much for a chrissy prezzy:crybaby:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=431140709

[cooneyr]

First and best of the 800's and no bids
:crybaby: i want it but the missus sez its too much for a chrissy prezzy:crybaby:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=431140709

Best cause it is basically a 750 bike with a rear disk and 800cc motor? Obviously nothing like the later 800's

Cheers R

[dino3310]

a couple more horsies and better brakes now all it needs is my fat arse on it, loaded with luggage and fishin rods:laugh:

i reckon the original look was better than the later SR43, bigger tank too

[dino3310]

http://www.efc4u.at/index.html
at the bottom of the page click on the RD2012 Results then scroll down to page 58


:headbang:

[dino3310]

Fookin minta :drool: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-500270683.htm can one of you rich fella's buy it for me please pretty please

[10bikekid]

Yep Dino, awesome bike:yes: was talking to owner a couple of weeks a go in the shop while buying something your old DR and he took me outside and showed it to me (thought I was dreaming at first):facepalm:

[Eddieb]

I could sell you mine for 5 k.......:innocent:
Actually, no I wouldn't, I just won't sell it

Ahem.....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-504229274.htm

[JATZ]

Ahem.....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-504229274.htm

Damn you Eddie.....I was hoping to sneak that one through unnoticed :innocent:

Sad day indeed yesterday :crybaby: There's a lotta memories there

[Box'a'bits]

Damn you Eddie.....I was hoping to sneak that one through unnoticed :innocent:

Sad day indeed yesterday :crybaby: There's a lotta memories there
Doesn't everyone watch the Trademe adv bikes? :bleh: I saw it too.

[10bikekid]

Damn you Eddie.....I was hoping to sneak that one through unnoticed :innocent:

Sad day indeed yesterday :crybaby: There's a lotta memories there

Bad timing, would have bought it for the gearbox I had to replace on mine (still in shop at mo and expect finall bill to be about 4k):facepalm:

[dino3310]

Bad timing, would have bought it for the gearbox I had to replace on mine (still in shop at mo and expect finall bill to be about 4k):facepalm:

ouch:shit:

What happened

[10bikekid]

ouch:shit:

Hi Dino If I didnt think it was worth it wouldnt have forked out the dosh, just such a good allround ADV bike once decent offroad tires were fitted

PS, please say hello to the guys at the ADV DR big thread for me (I cant without blowing cover):shutup:

[dino3310]

Hi Dino If I didnt think it was worth it wouldnt have forked out the dosh, just such a good allround ADV bike once decent offroad tires were fitted

PS, please say hello to the guys at the ADV DR big thread for me (I cant without blowing cover):shutup:

Will do mate
So how long was your ban for?
Maybe this summer we might catch up:sunny::laugh:

[10bikekid]

Will do mate
So how long was your ban for?
Maybe this summer we might catch up:sunny::laugh:

Yes very keen to catch up (dont have to wait till summer as Im hardcore and have heated grips :sunny:)

Ban was for life so cant return except incognito

[dino3310]

Yes very keen to catch up (dont have to wait till summer as Im hardcore and have heated grips :sunny:)

Ban was for life so cant return except incognito

for life!! jeeze thats pretty harsh mate, you have had a lot of input with starting those VERY popular threads.
i'l jump on there and say hello for ya, anything inparticular you want me to post?

[10bikekid]

:motu:
for life!! jeeze thats pretty harsh mate, you have had a lot of input with starting those VERY popular threads.
i'l jump on there and say hello for ya, anything inparticular you want me to post?

Give me your sign in and I will do it myself (just kidding of course)<_<

Miss the guys at times but it was for the best as really neaded to put time into other stuff (partly why I antaganized mods to ban me at FTSG)

Say hello to Rob and the boys for me and we can get some pics to post up there when we catch up.

If your brave head to the Chapel thread and Tell them all God bless from me and if your supper brave head to FTSG and poke out your tongue, nah say Mark sends his blessings ands hope you are all well (if thread is still running)

PS, Dont expect you to head into JM for me but definetly would appreciate you saying Giday in DRBIG thread, :yes:

[dino3310]

Done
did the DRbig thread and the FTSG, still looking for the chapel thread.


MCMAD sounds like a rapper:laugh:


Edit: found the chapel thread mate all done

[10bikekid]

Done
did the DRbig thread and the FTSG, still looking for the chapel thread.


MCMAD sounds like a rapper:laugh:


Edit: found the chapel thread mate all done

Thanks Dino you the man :niceone:

PS, Chapel thread probable still in Inmates and the guy who started it (funily enough the day after my ban) is a real decent sort, I went there later but thought it inapropriate to post, some guys from FTSG migrated across so I'm happy how that all turned out

[ausibatla]

Damn you Eddie.....I was hoping to sneak that one through unnoticed :innocent:

Sad day indeed yesterday :crybaby: There's a lotta memories there



A 1998 DR750. That's a very rare bike.

Cheers.

:clap::clap::clap:

[10bikekid]

A 1998 DR750. That's a very rare bike.

Cheers.

:clap::clap::clap:

Nah common as sheep in NZ :shit:

Hows it going Ausi

Mark (800rider)

[ausibatla]

Nah common as sheep in NZ :shit:

Hows it going Ausi

Mark (800rider)

G'day Mark. How's life on the other side of the ditch?
I had wondered where you had got to and robmoto said you had been banned from the Adv site. I'm still trying to figure out how the man who got the site up and running got banned from it. Never mind, the main thing is you're alive and well.
Cheers.
:clap::clap::clap:

[10bikekid]

G'day Mark. How's life on the other side of the ditch?
I had wondered where you had got to and robmoto said you had been banned from the Adv site. I'm still trying to figure out how the man who got the site up and running got banned from it. Never mind, the main thing is you're alive and well.
Cheers.
:clap::clap::clap:

Yer not to bad over here, been a lot going on and coming off an injury that has kept me off the bikes for about 5 months (frozen shoulder done by front flipping my dirt bike )

DR blew its gear box on my first ride back so is in shop at moment and I've had to slum it on my KTM and a Honda CB1000 I recently bought (first big 4 I've owned since the mid 80s)

In regard to ADV issues, had nothing to do with DR thread but have had a thread running in JM which was a bit controversal and the Mods had been tring to push me out for sometime now, so I thought it was time to give them what they wanted and bow out (unfortunately it shut me out all the ADV threads but Im pretty busy else where so thats how it had to be)

Anyways prefer real life and things more local now days so all good

What you been up to ?

[dino3310]

Hey Mark i/you got a couple of nice reply's on the chapel thread http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=19372101#post19372101

and this reply on ftsg http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=473027&page=3629

[10bikekid]

Hey Mark i/you got a couple of nice reply's on the chapel thread http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=19372101#post19372101

and this reply on ftsg http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=473027&page=3629

Thats cool Dino and thanks but unfornately I cant read them as blocked from ADVrider basement at the mo.

hope they are all doing well

[ausibatla]

Yer not to bad over here, been a lot going on and coming off an injury that has kept me off the bikes for about 5 months (frozen shoulder done by front flipping my dirt bike )

What you been up to ?

Shouldn't make fun of a typo, eg: 1998 dr750 when the idiots in Transport in West. Australia had me lisence my 1991 DR800 as a '2010 CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE.' No jokin' you blokes. True story.

Mark, things are O.K. Just sold my DR750 to pay for a 1995 Yamaha XV1100 Virago with only 32400 klicks on it. It needs nothing doing to it as it looks and runs like new. Very happy with it.


http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss156/ausibatla/YAMAHA%20XV1100/YamahaXV1100Virago-1.jpg



http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss156/ausibatla/YAMAHA%20XV1100/Yamaha1.jpg

Cheers.
:clap::clap::clap:

[10bikekid]

Shouldn't make fun of a typo, eg: 1998 dr750 when the idiots in Transport in West. Australia had me lisence my 1991 DR800 as a '2010 CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE.' No jokin' you blokes. True story.

Mark, things are O.K. Just sold my DR750 to pay for a 1995 Yamaha XV1100 Virago with only 32400 klicks on it. It needs nothing doing to it as it looks and runs like new. Very happy with it.



Cheers.
:clap::clap::clap:

Cool, happy cruising (just between you and me I recently bought a classic Cruiser of sorts to, will post pic's when I remember how to again)

[dino3310]

"classic Cruiser " geeze Mark you getting old mate:bleh::laugh:

[10bikekid]

"classic Cruiser " geeze Mark you getting old mate:bleh::laugh:

True but I'm at peace with my oldness :Punk:

Thanks for doing all that stuff at ADV for me, maybe one day I will catch up with them all again

PS, how is your mate going with His DR650 bigbore (780 kit) sounds like a good option.

Well its about time this Old guy went to bed then :zzzz:

[dino3310]

True but I'm at peace with my oldness :Punk:

Thanks for doing all that stuff at ADV for me, maybe one day I will catch up with them all again

PS, how is your mate going with His DR650 bigbore (780 kit) sounds like a good option

ahh that be phreaky phil, there was an issue with the kit so he put the original back in, he's got a replacement but he's waiting till after the T.A.T ride to put it in... me thinks thats how it goes, havent talked to him for a while, heres there TAT thread, there on the TAT now as we type http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=815869

PS' ive got a thing for the cruisers like the late 70's early 80's sporter 1000cc iron heads:Punk::facepalm:

[10bikekid]

ahh that be phreaky phil, there was an issue with the kit so he put the original back in, he's got a replacement but he's waiting till after the T.A.T ride to put it in... me thinks thats how it goes, havent talked to him for a while, heres there TAT thread, there on the TAT now as we type http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=815869

PS' ive got a thing for the cruisers like the late 70's early 80's sporter 1000cc iron heads:Punk::facepalm:

That TAT thread is awesome, stuggled to follow derection though so cheated and went here for map http://www.transamtrail.com/about/ will now go back to google earth and follow them on satelite view

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Need to reduce this map to see thier actual route best I can figure (will fix later)



PS, Your a sucker punishment if you want a 70-80 sportster, cool bikes yes but only for real men

[Eddieb]

Moved to @ thread where it should have been in the first place.

[Box'a'bits]

Dunno, lot of work in the DR to make it look like an Africa twin. Right thread?

[Eddieb]

Dunno, lot of work in the DR to make it look like an Africa twin. Right thread?

ah bollocks, I was still asleep.

[10bikekid]

Dunno, lot of work in the DR to make it look like an Africa twin. Right thread?

I'm not sure if we are able to believe you or give classification without pictures :no:

It should look a little like this
<a href="http://s603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/?action=view&amp;current=Pictures205.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/Pictures205.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

[dino3310]

PS, Your a sucker punishment if you want a 70-80 sportster, cool bikes yes but only for real men

yip i am .

[10bikekid]

yip i am .

Well hang on for some---------------then
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/LVKCRpOewco?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[dino3310]

:woohoo:Good Vibrations:woohoo:

[dino3310]

Hey Mark i dont know if youv'e seen it yet but Robmoto posted on the 'Adventure bikes on trade me thread' It was a shout out to 800rider

[10bikekid]

Hey Mark i dont know if youv'e seen it yet but Robmoto posted on the 'Adventure bikes on trade me thread' It was a shout out to 800rider

Did see that after he also Pm'd me, and have replied today, Hope he will join us a bit more here as I think the ADV thread seems as dry as old bones and we need to transfere a bit of the original spirit we had there over to here.:drinkup:

[dino3310]

Did see that after he also Pm'd me, and have replied today, Hope he will join us a bit more here as I think the ADV thread seems as dry as old bones and we need to transfere a bit of the original spirit we had there over to here.:drinkup:

that would be good, some of his photos would liven up the thread and ignite a little passion for the ole girls:drool:

Have you got the BIG back yet

[10bikekid]

that would be good, some of his photos would liven up the thread and ignite a little passion for the ole girls:drool:

Have you got the BIG back yet

Will reply with detail after eating KFC:first:

[dino3310]

Will reply with detail after eating KFC:first:

that was 3 hours ago, must be a big feed:laugh:

:wait::corn:

[10bikekid]

that would be good, some of his photos would liven up the thread and ignite a little passion for the ole girls:drool:

Have you got the BIG back yet

Its a bit of a story but here goes.

Pick up DR on Thursday after 3months and over 2k worth of parts put inside those old engine cases.
Headed strait for Murawai to put in some run in miles on new rings. the old girl was running well (perhaps a little bit better due to better compression ?:headbang:),
Arrive at Beach entrance and promptly stalled after the second judder bar, at which point DR refused to restart.<_<
Eventually gave up once I notices fuel pouring out from under the tank when starter was pushed and presumed mechanic had not attached fuel hose (which I couldn't see or get to behind the fuel pump without tools)

Trailered bike home (after having a comfort Hawaiian burger, milk shake, and chips:rolleyes:)
Removed right side tank the next day and again cranked motor over again, motor roared into life and no fuel leak.<_<
Blowd if I know, will have to seek further advise as don't really want that to happen again in-case it become a two wheeled flame thrower in a forest somewhere:nono:

Something to sort out on Monday on I guess :wait:

[dino3310]

that T join into the carb can be a real bugger, it was leaking off and on when i got her after the PO had a carb kit put in, real prick of a thing to get to.... assuming thats where the leak is.


oh and great to hear its back mate

[10bikekid]

that T join into the carb can be a real bugger, it was leaking off and on when i got her after the PO had a carb kit put in, real prick of a thing to get to.... assuming thats where the leak is.


oh and great to hear its back mate

Thanks Dino will check that :2thumbsup

[JATZ]

Before removing the carbs to check the T junction..... remove the CDI , Reg and battery box (dont forget the bolt on the inner gaurd, 10mm head) then loosen the airbox and pull it back a bit. It makes re-installing the carbs a whole lot easier and you don't risk damaging the old frail rubber carb boots.
This method takes a bit longer, although you get pretty good at it DAMHIK :facepalm: and just makes it easier. If you'd needed a piston/rings I have one here that I'm not using, genuine suzuki job too :yes:

[10bikekid]

Before removing the carbs to check the T junction..... remove the CDI , Reg and battery box (dont forget the bolt on the inner gaurd, 10mm head) then loosen the airbox and pull it back a bit. It makes re-installing the carbs a whole lot easier and you don't risk damaging the old frail rubber carb boots.
This method takes a bit longer, although you get pretty good at it DAMHIK :facepalm: and just makes it easier. If you'd needed a piston/rings I have one here that I'm not using, genuine suzuki job too :yes:

Ta, lets hope thats the problem as I was suspicious it could have been an spark problem combined with the carbs flooding and pumping the fuel out through a faulty main jet seal,:crazy:

Just re-ringed but thanks for offer, piston would almost be a collectors item and you should mount on mantle piece

[dino3310]

Just re-ringed but thanks for offer, piston would almost be a collectors item and you should mount on mantle piece

maybe wrap it up and tuck it away for about 5-10 years... would quadruple in price by then

[dino3310]

Hey jatz was that a .05 or a bigger piston n rings

[10bikekid]

maybe wrap it up and tuck it away for about 5-10 years... would quadruple in price by then

Nah, waste of a good ride and in ten year they probable wont care if it goes or not


Hey jatz was that a .05 or a bigger piston n rings

You gona build a whole Big from scratch ?:crazy:

[dino3310]

Nah, waste of a good ride and in ten year they probable wont care if it goes or not
The Bigs will still be going, thats what they do:yes:

You gona build a whole Big from scratch ?:crazy:

well the .05 is a common replacement but the larger o/s is as rear as hens teeth

[10bikekid]

well the .05 is a common replacement but the larger o/s is as rear as hens teeth

Sent Big back to mechanic to check it over after, She fired up when I got it home and no gas leek (he must have got something wrong when refitting engine and can do without that problem up a sand dune somewhere out the back of nowhere:angry2:)

Will sleep better now :yawn:

[Robmoto]

Will reply with detail after eating KFC:first:

We call KFC overhere DIRTY BIRD .

[10bikekid]

We call KFC overhere DIRTY BIRD .

Never could understand Aussie speak :msn-wink:

Nice to hear from you Rob (sent a message also).

Am in Aussie in 2 week but up at Cairns (could do a dirt bike ride with Cape York adventure guys but may just lay on beach:rolleyes:)

[dino3310]

We call KFC overhere DIRTY BIRD .

and over here we call a 'DIRTY BIRD' a easy root or more commenly known as a slapper:killingme

[dino3310]

Never could understand Aussie speak :msn-wink:

Nice to hear from you Rob (sent a message also).

Am in Aussie in 2 week but up at Cairns (could do a dirt bike ride with Cape York adventure guys but may just lay on beach:rolleyes:)

could you fit a Dino in a suitcase mate, sounds like a cracker of a trip:niceone:

[10bikekid]

could you fit a Dino in a suitcase mate, sounds like a cracker of a trip:niceone:

Yer not been there before, its surposed to be the westerners tropics and looking forward to Barrier reef. but you probable would'nt like it as its bit hot :rolleyes:

PS, think familly would also complain as bike talk is a no no around them:eek:

[10bikekid]

[QUOTE=10bikekid;1130401932]Yer looking forward to it myself (allways wanted to go to Barrier reef), would bring you mate but think family would be a bit upset with all the motorcycle talk :rolleyes:

[Robmoto]

Never could understand Aussie speak :msn-wink:

Nice to hear from you Rob (sent a message also).

Am in Aussie in 2 week but up at Cairns (could do a dirt bike ride with Cape York adventure guys but may just lay on beach:rolleyes:)

High Mark , just found where to click on for messages but no message there.

Dino got any spare dirty birds you can send over here

[10bikekid]

High Mark , just found where to click on for messages but no message there.

Dino got any spare dirty birds you can send over here

Seems message got lost in transit, cant remember what it was about now but am sure it was good:msn-wink:

Keep in touch here as I check in semi regurally now I have to keep an eye on Dino and us BIG riders are becoming a rare breed and need to stick together :cool:

Will be Aussie from Saturday for a week so may have been inviting you up to Cairne's to visit or something :wait:

[dino3310]

you should go visit Rob while ya there Mark, and try and score some BIG goodies from his shed:devil2:

[10bikekid]

you should go visit Rob while ya there Mark, and try and score some BIG goodies from his shed:devil2:

The 2,326ks would be a good ride (about 30hrs):eek: but think will lay on beach instead :confused:

would be happy to just to have My Big in the shed one day <_<


Will make a special trip over to see him once family is sick of holidays :headbang:

[dino3310]

BIG on trademe.... its not a fast blue one though

Its a really fast orange one http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-517934086.htm

[10bikekid]

BIG on trademe.... its not a fast blue one though

Its a really fast orange one http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-517934086.htm

Yep orange are faster :cool:

Cheap to, as asking less than I paid for motor repair and mines still getting work done on<_<, a smart (rich) man would buy it for parts but money tree is wilting at the mo,

Will keep an eye on and contact buyer to come and join Wiakato riders:weird:

[dino3310]

if my CC was in the black i'd be very tempted

[10bikekid]

if my CC was in the black i'd be very tempted

Signing off for as jumping on plane soon, take care, talk to you in a week or so (unless tempted to jump on line in Aussie:rolleyes:)
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[dino3310]

Signing off for as jumping on plane soon, take care, talk to you in a week or so (unless tempted to jump on line in Aussie:rolleyes:)
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have a good one mate:bye:

[10bikekid]

have a good one mate:bye:

Back into it now

Had a ride on a mates new Honda CR450R yesterday (on the Beach) and it made me think

You know you want to http://www.bajaoffroadtours.com/baja.htm :drool:

PS, DR back in garage but weather not good for ride yet

[Waihou Thumper]

PS, DR back in garage but weather not good for ride yet

Bloody Hell.....Sort of thinking to me self....Dusty Butt on a 1989 aprilia or a DR650....
Thanks, think you made my mind up. Although, the DR behaved itself down there tremendously!
Little Hic-cups, weld here and there, but.....loved it and the bike :)

[10bikekid]

Bloody Hell.....Sort of thinking to me self....Dusty Butt on a 1989 aprilia or a DR650....
Thanks, think you made my mind up. Although, the DR behaved itself down there tremendously!
Little Hic-cups, weld here and there, but.....loved it and the bike :)


Will have to seek an interpretation on that Mark, but it's about time we caught up and I see the dusty butt badge on my Big (was that your doing)

PS, no more KTM's aye :(

[10bikekid]

The Good
Finally got out on DR yesterday morning, headed out to some cliff top metal roads at Murawai hoping for the best in regards to fuel leak problems, bike was running awesome and I;d forgotten how good these DRs Bigs are.

The Bad
As I reached my destination (pictures to follow) bike stalled once idling

and the Ugly
Fuel coming out air filter box overflow tube

The Good and Bad again
turned fuel off waited a while, turned fuel on bike started and rode Hm, stalled once at lights and redid ritual, arrived home and Dr sat there idling refusing to stall or leak fuel. Drats make up your mind man

The Ugly
Me for the rest of the day after that trial :brick::rolleyes:

[dino3310]

fuel into airbox normally means the float valve o-rings worn, sr41 thing.
did those dudes at the bike shop actually do anything.


cool photos mate... i still reckon those SR41's are the best looking BIG's

[10bikekid]

fuel into airbox normally means the float valve o-rings worn, sr41 thing.
did those dudes at the bike shop actually do anything.


cool photos mate... i still reckon those SR41's are the best looking BIG's

Shop has ordered Needle valve assembly (and O ring that goes behind it, I hope)

so should be sweet after that.

Apart from that DR was running real nice, seems a little smoother now with perhaps even a little more power with new rings and bearing and all,

New rear bag from Aussie also working good and a fair bit lighter than the boxes. (KTM one weighs 6kg on its own:crazy:)

Hope to catch up when Big is all back together for a good metal thrash out your way (and perhaps a swap around of bikes for a bit)

[Shewolf]

cool pics, look forward to seeing it in the flesh :headbang:

[10bikekid]

Should be all go in a few weeks then we can all go for a good thrash :banana:

[10bikekid]

Well it has finally happened, DR Big is back on the road, the money tree is empty but after one proper ride I'd have to say it was worth it
:woohoo:

New main jet assemblies and floats have finally fixed the flooding problem and the old girl (24years is old in motorcycle terms) goes beaut.

It took half an hour to do the 55 ks from Murawia to South Head along the beach, somewhat encouraged by a V8 Hylux ute that travel most of the distance with me cruised at 100- 110 most of the way with the occasional burst up to 140 for good measure.

But that was just the beginning

[ausibatla]

[QUOTE=10bikekid;1130451154]Well it has finally happened, DR Big is back on the road, the money tree is empty but after one proper ride I'd have to say it was worth it
:woohoo:

G'day Mark,
good to see you got the old girl up and running again. I knew it wouldn't take too long.
All the best to you and yours for Chrissy and the New Year.
Cheers,
Lloyd.

[Robmoto]

Well it has finally happened, DR Big is back on the road, the money tree is empty but after one proper ride I'd have to say it was worth it
:woohoo:

New main jet assemblies and floats have finally fixed the flooding problem and the old girl (24years is old in motorcycle terms) goes beaut.

It took half an hour to do the 55 ks from Murawia to South Head along the beach, somewhat encouraged by a V8 Hylux ute that travel most of the distance with me cruised at 100- 110 most of the way with the occasional burst up to 140 for good measure.

But that was just the beginning

Merry Christmas, Mark ,James, Dino, and Naudy Boy, looking forward to reading your post,s in the new year.
cheers Rob.

[dino3310]

Well done Mark, good to see her out where she belongs...

All the best for Christmas and new years fellas.
Dino

[10bikekid]

Phew finally finished work, thanks guys for the Christmas wishes and hope to catch up with some of you next year,
Dino would be easiest just being down the road and all and have been promising to bring his baby home for a ride :yes:

Will continue my ride story now

So I'm up the end of south head thinking its time to head into the dunes and test this baby out, drop the tire pressures down to 20psi which is enough to ride home on after (that reminds me need to pump them back up now)

So with a lump in my throat at the thought of getting a 170kg dirt bike stuck in the sand with not a soul around to help I headed for them hills, DR had plenty of power and was able to be lugged and still pull though without and issue and finally got to the base of the Monster dune where I stopped for the traditional V and peanut slab

TBC

[Waihou Thumper]

I see the dusty butt badge on my Big (was that your doing)


Sure was...:) That bike has a good pedigree :)
Those Heidenaus lasted well. Trouble free six days apart from the gear change lever snapping. Is it still showing the great welding job that Shrek did or have you replaced it? He was a marvel with the repair. Doing half the first day in second gear wasn't though..:(

By the way, this site is interesting...
http://motorcyclerestorationuk.activeboard.com/t51806232/suzuki-dr800-big-a-little-tidy-up-part-1/?w_r=1358741279

[Waihou Thumper]

Pick up the DR800s tomorrow.....Metal Mulisha is my name...:)
I don't care if none of you are pleased for me, I am excited though....:woohoo:
I will be riding Sunday after playing with all of the bling in the garage Saturday night....Installing the Zumo 600 could be at the top of the list I suppose....
Clean him, take a look at the battery and the wiring.....Take some photos as well.

[NordieBoy]

And after all the bling, it'll still be a Suzuki...

[Waihou Thumper]

And after all the bling, it'll still be a Suzuki...

and your point is? :)

[10bikekid]

Pick up the DR800s tomorrow.....Metal Mulisha is my name...:)
I don't care if none of you are pleased for me, I am excited though....:woohoo:
I will be riding Sunday after playing with all of the bling in the garage Saturday night....Installing the Zumo 600 could be at the top of the list I suppose....
Clean him, take a look at the battery and the wiring.....Take some photos as well.





Jeeh I thought you got it last week and were real shy about it, phew you had me worried man :sweatdrop

If you got time come and see me and your new DR can meet your old one


Nordie you were naughty for saying that Suzuki stuff and am guessing you dont understand the DRBIG thing :confused: (and your gona cry with jealousy if you get to see that baby in real life) :facepalm: :D

Also happy Birthday to Lars at the ADV DRBIG site :yes:

[Waihou Thumper]

If you got time come and see me and your new DR can meet your old one



Yip, thanks. I plan on getting North for Easter (Far North, Poutu, Ahipara and Spirits Bay) but for the time being, I will be happily riding the roads/tracks around South Waikato and the King Country. :)

Oh, the Zumo is a 660, so that's good! I just have to wire it to the bike somewhere. The battery is looking a tad crowded, hot grips, 12V socket, Givi fog lights....Have to look at wiring somewhere from an auxillary for some of this stuff. Not much draw but lots of connections, don't like that, rather would hard wire stuff if I can find a way.

[Aslan]

Nice looking DR big Mark - enjoy

[dino3310]

what about hooking the zumo with a 12v plug

[Waihou Thumper]

what about hooking the zumo with a 12v plug

Because this is so fancy, the Zumo came with the plate hard wired with a fuse and bare wires....
I could get it wired to the ciggie lighter, but prefer hard wired to the battery. Something has to be arranged, it is getting crowded down there.
1. The hot grips need to be re-routed to the ignition somewhere.
2. The 12v Cig adaptor needs to be moved, perhaps under the seat or to the rear, plenty of room under saddle at the back - tool box area.
3. GPS can be wired to the battery - bugger all draw there. Even when left on and bike is stationary.
4. The Givi fog lights need to also be re-routed to somewhere.

All in all, a good job for someone who knows what they are doing, not me I am afraid.....

[Waihou Thumper]

I went for a jaunt this morning around the Firth of Thames, Kaiaua etc...
Great day and the bike performed flawlessly. I forgot just how comfortable the Big is :) I never went over 110kph, I am just trying fuel consumption first to see range on a tank. I will look at running it dry maybe Wednesday, put a bladder in the back of the Givi and just empty her out normal riding....I am guessing 400kph + I hope....?

[Waihou Thumper]

Nice looking DR big Mark - enjoy

Thanks Stephen :)

[10bikekid]

I went for a jaunt this morning around the Firth of Thames, Kaiaua etc...
Great day and the bike performed flawlessly. I forgot just how comfortable the Big is :) I never went over 110kph, I am just trying fuel consumption first to see range on a tank. I will look at running it dry maybe Wednesday, put a bladder in the back of the Givi and just empty her out normal riding....I am guessing 400kph + I hope....?




You must be a dad, your baby is Beautiful :Punk:

[dino3310]

Because this is so fancy, the Zumo came with the plate hard wired with a fuse and bare wires....
I could get it wired to the ciggie lighter, but prefer hard wired to the battery. Something has to be arranged, it is getting crowded down there.
1. The hot grips need to be re-routed to the ignition somewhere.
2. The 12v Cig adaptor needs to be moved, perhaps under the seat or to the rear, plenty of room under saddle at the back - tool box area.
3. GPS can be wired to the battery - bugger all draw there. Even when left on and bike is stationary.
4. The Givi fog lights need to also be re-routed to somewhere.

All in all, a good job for someone who knows what they are doing, not me I am afraid.....

might as well chuck a Microwave in the rear box to mate and maybe a flatscreen incorperated into the lid :lol:

Nice bike mate im green with envy:laugh:

[Waihou Thumper]

I have just done an oil change and filter.
It was a bit scary seeing what came out, or rather didn't......:facepalm:
Their certainly wasn't 2.6-2.7 litres of oil there in my pan :no:
She now has the required 2.7 litres as per specification, so the dipstick (not me) reads as it should....
I will monitor.....So far nothing on the floor so that's a good start.....

[NordieBoy]

Checked the oil on a KTM 450 in Picton with eddieb and nothing showed in the sight glass until it was cranked over to 45deg.
Man I hope that guy doesn't get in the news, bleached bones found on side of track type headline...

[dino3310]

I have just done an oil change and filter.
It was a bit scary seeing what came out, or rather didn't......:facepalm:
Their certainly wasn't 2.6-2.7 litres of oil there in my pan :no:
She now has the required 2.7 litres as per specification, so the dipstick (not me) reads as it should....
I will monitor.....So far nothing on the floor so that's a good start.....

MMmmmm might pay to let me have a ride, you follow behind and watch that exhaust for smoke:D