Nickj’s Honda CRF250X !

[Nick JacksonMember]

Before our ride in Coffs tomorrow their were a few things needing doing to set up this bike.

I checked the static sag and rider sag and found they were a long way out , I had to wind on a lot of reload to the rear spring but once at the right measurements ( 30mm static ,100mm rider) I was still only just halfway on the adjustment.

I fitted an S12 rear and new ultra heavy duty tube , an M12 front and moose.
Set all the clickers in the middle

Moved the forks 10mm through the clamps

I then rolled the bars forward and set up the controls so comfortable when standing up.

Cleaned and re-oiled the air filter ( motul air filter oil )

Changed the engine oil and filter and transmission oil ( motul 5100 )

Re- routed the carby hoses up into the air box

Ty wired the grips

I had a test ride and it was a noticeable improvement , the front was a bit harsh so after talking to TB I went 2 clicks soft on the compression.

Hurry up tomorrow !!!! :woohoo:

[Nick JacksonMember]

mal5.1 wrote:

Looks like brand new Nick. Nice find mate.

You’re gunna love riding that in the tight stuff.

I just read the Transmoto CRF300x article the other day. :woohoo: Food for thought mate.

The Crf300x does look like the perfect trail bike Mal , maybe if the engine ever needs a freshen up while I’ve got it I’ll look into it then. But for now I have to say I’m really happy with the power

[Matt BakerMember]

I just did a shed clean out and found a stock CRF 250x muffler

I you want it Nick you can have it

[Robert JillettMember]

That is a great looking ride mate :cheer: :cheer: You will have so much fun on those great singles in STM back yard. :laugh: :laugh:

Have a great hit at tomorrow wish is was coming.
Rob

[Mark DrinkwalterMember]

Careful, they’re evil things (sic). One of them broke two of my ribs and bruised my spleen.

They lull you into happiness and then strike without warning.

[Nick JacksonMember]

So the 1st ride on the CRF250x was just STM and I around the awesome trails of north Coffs. I wanted to ease into it and get used to the bike but that lasted for the transport section to get to the dirt and we were off. :woohoo:

I felt instantly comfortable on the bike and although the fire roads were a bit skatey this bike is clearly made with fast singles in mind. It corners so well even though undersprung for my weight , the power was not much different from my Drz in the mid range and was forgiving on hills but once in the high revs it really got going. Brakes had a great feel and work well although the rear brake pedal was high and gave me a couple of unexpected moment :ohmy: But easily adjusted.

I was starting to pick up some pace when a surprise corner and loose log had me on the deck but both unscathed it was straight back on with STM laughing and apparently also filming :pinch:

It was a great way to be introduced to the new bike and thanks heaps to STM for leading another top loop I’m still grinning !!

Also I now know what needs to be altered to get the most out of this very competent bike.

Nick

[Nick JacksonMember]

Here’s a video following stm towards the end of the 1st ride through a section called jurassic park , those that went on the Coffs ride a few weeks ago might recognize it. :woohoo:

[SteveMember]

Nice looking bike for a honder,Nickj,Was realy good to catch up with you while you visited wauchope,mate.
Recon you will have a ball on the crf.
cheers toes

[Nick JacksonMember]

toes wrote:

Nice looking bike for a honder,Nickj,Was realy good to catch up with you while you visited wauchope,mate.
Recon you will have a ball on the crf.
cheers toes

I didn’t go to Wauchope mate , only into Redbank

It was a real quick trip down and back , next time

[Adam RodgersMember]

Nick,

Looks like you had a good time :woohoo:

I bet lifting the rear of the bike over the log was easier than it would have been previously when in the past instead of lifting the bike you sank another foot deeper into the mud :laugh:

I remember that track Sunday morning, you wouldn’t even know we had been there

Enjoy personalizing your new stead

Adam.

[Nick JacksonMember]

Here’s a vid STM took following me down a nice singletrack !

[scott bockingMember]

It was a great afternoons riding and Nickj was railing that little Honda! Once he dials it in a bit it will be a brilliant bike around our local. Best part is ee rode all afternoon and only used about $5 fuel between us. :laugh:

STM

[Dwayne OMember]

Nice vids
But one question,,,,,

WHERE WAS THE FAMOUS POLKA DOTTED JERSEY ??????????? :woohoo:

[Nick JacksonMember]

EAGLE`02 wrote:

Nice vids
But one question,,,,,

WHERE WAS THE FAMOUS POLKA DOTTED JERSEY ??????????? :woohoo:

Would you wear a $320 jersey out riding Eags !!!!

[Dwayne OMember]

I would just to give someone else the shits :woohoo: :laugh:

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