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Here are the links to the previous ride reports
Bello to Lowanna
Bello to Coffs ( 6 started , 3 finished !!)

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white rocket wrote:

bugger just google mapped it 8hr drive bit far

Well worth the effort Rocket , Ev knows endless awesome trails, it just keeps getting better and better on his rides

Bellingen rides with Ev are the only ones I’ve been on that end in leg and arm cramps :ohmy: :pinch:

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I rang triple 0 the other day. The bloke said, “what’s the emergency”? I said, “there’s two naked women in my loungeroom fighting over me”! He said, “what’s wrong with that”? I said,”the fat ones winning”

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Another great day!
Been to the gym, had a nice hot shower & I’ve just picked up a bottle of home brew off a neighbour for this afternoon.
I’ve got a few joints rolled up for the XBox tournament with the lads, after which I’ll muck about online with some porn & gambling sites
then it’s a nice blow job before I head off to bed.

Fuck I Love Prison…

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twobanger wrote:

That log at 3.05 at head height looks close……………………

It is close 2banger and at a decent erosion jump too !!!

Ridgerunner is one of the many great trails in STMs backyard and every time I ride their he shows me new stuff !!! Awesome

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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 !!!!

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

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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

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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:

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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

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No problem , PM me your number and I’ll call in next week , check it out , then give you a ring

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Oh yeah , I live near Yamba so I’m only 45 minute away

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Hi Action
Crossroads is a very reputable dealer owned by ex racer Lee Palmer , I recently bought a fun bike for the family from him and he was honest and fair priced. I normally use Grafton motorcycles for all my gear and repairs so I don’t know Lee personally.

I would be happy to have a look at the Berg for you next week sometime , I’m not a mechanic but can give a reasonably informed opinion of the bike in general.

Cheers

Nick

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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

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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:

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