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Been on the phone today, Yamaha are bring up 4 yes 4 new WRs for you blokes to test ride around the test loop! 

I will be announcing a major prize at the auction watch this space next week. Sponsor gear is rolling in steadly and I will pu a list up with a week or so to go. Save your money there will be prizes and gear for auction a plenty.

To everyone arriving on Friday after talking with some of the guys we are worried about groups going riding Friday given how people could end up going different directions etc head-ons could be a drama. There are people coming to help setup, cut firewood, run the lights, set the generators up so maybe it would be best if no one rode. I mean you are all big boys and can make your own minds up but if we all get in and get it done it’s shared and we can have a drink sooner

TB

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menace wrote:

Nato wrote:

Trailboss wrote:

Boony wrote:

Taking one for the team.
Boont 😆

Boont? :laugh: One yeah like like one if enough for you

TB

You training aswell tb?

thats what i was thinking :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Operator error

TB

[GregMember]

Shoei or nothing for me. An Arai would be my second choice although they don’t seem as have much room between your nose, mouth, chin to the front of the helmet as a and I like that extra space if there is an impact
All the benefits that Shelby mentioned alone make it worth purchasing IMO

Avoid Zeus, RJays etc if your wearing them all day you want quality

TB

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hangerdale wrote:

Bike build is progressing well. Shock has been rebuilt, the rear end is almost done.

Clutch bushing has been replaced with updated p/n. I threw some HD springs in when I was putting it back together.

Swingarm and linkage bearings replaced (thanks for the forum feedback on the swingarm binding!)

Moving to the front end shortly.

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Looking good mate, do the side cover mod and block the intake from the guard off, stops them getting dusted.

Keep us posted

TB

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Flying Fish wrote:

Hi TB,

Yep thats me.I was hoping to call in last Tuesday, but he got held up in Canberra, and unfortunatly I couldn’t really wait. I also havent had a chance to reorganise, dam work seems to get in the way :unsure: Not to mention knowing how busy Steve is.

I need to get down there soon to look at the gear and parts I need, not to mention just picking Steve brain. Thanks for the offer on the help/advice. Perhaps when I manage to find time to get to Sydney I might give you a call and you can run your eye over my WRR.

I’m hooking up with Kat and Alyssa tomorrow for a ride. Can’t wait to meet her and talk APC.

Thanks for the info on the brake lines. Definitely worth considering.

Cheers,
Flying Fish

If Steve can’t organise a time I will meet you over there. I am Steve’s spanner man :laugh: etc

Happy to help with the bike if you need it. I am doing Steve’s XR and helping with the WR he will be riding

TB

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Nato wrote:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOyQBSMeIhM

That explains a lot about Jackson and his heritage :laugh:

TB

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medogrocket wrote:

OK for all those wondering what my ride will be like, buggered if I know!!! I am going to wing it on the day, i will try to avoid the other rides and for those that know me I am always up for a challenge and don’t like to stop, so I will grade it at 3-4 depending on how my dodgy elbow goes, there will be rocks, singles, open trails, rocks, hills, mud, water, rocks, pines, natural timber, rocks, slippery stuff and a few rocks

Thanks Tim, BTW would you be interested in a 10 min stint on the well setup KTM 530 I will be on as a direct comparison against your 570? I know I would like to try the 570 against the 530 hint hint :laugh:

TB

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Ollie wrote:

Thanks TB I will get the ricky stator and HID setup eventually. I just purchased option 3 as well :laugh:

You are welcome mate, the Rickys are the go

TB

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Flying Fish wrote:

Hi TB,

It awesome the information that you (and others) are providing regarding APC builds and preparations.

I have actually signed up for the APC myself. I’m doing it my trust little WR250R (affectingly starting too be referred to as the “little Jigger”). Thankfully I have very good mate helping me and a local bike shop in Aberdeen is doing the work we can’t do.
My list of works is almost as long as yours for the XR. I have a few questions regarding braided brake lines. I am replacing the current brake lines, however I wasn’t really sure on needing to use braided lines or even what options would be best on small bike like a WRR. What lines are you putting on the XR and why? What’s the advantage of having braided lines over others? I know not all types and brands are equal, but are there advantages of some sorts over others, particularly considering the usage they will be under i.e. long term trail use rather than needing race high performance standards.

Cheers,
Flying Fish

Hi FF are you the young lady that was to visit Steve at Advanture Moto this week to check out his mighty WR 250R?

Braided lines biggest advantage over conventional rubber hoses is reduced bulging when heavy brake force is applied. This results in improved brake response and lever feel and can reduce stopping distances.
They are stronger and reduce the change of being damaged on the trail

I am in Brisbane this week and have been and checked out this local supplier

Run good fluid as well, will post up one Lefty put me on too when I get home

If you need any help getting your bike ready etc please don’t hesitate getting in touch. I will be home in Sydney next week

TB

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Doesn’t it have a battery :ohmy: Really didn’t known that

Two options Ollie sadly for you both involve spending money and Aldi stock neither :unsure:

Upgrade your stator yes, best I know of is here you may find cheaper but make sure it’s a Ricky. There is also a guy in SA that rewinds yours name fails me at the minute I will post it later when I think of it.

Second- upgrade your lights as mentioned before to a HID setup, benefit here is you will have better lights and can still run your heated grips

There is a third and that’s get warmer gloves :huh:

Hope that helps

BTW the heated grip option has been removed from this built because they are not worth the drama on a bike like an XR in my experience :blink:

TB

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Boony wrote:

Taking one for the team.
Boont 😆

Boont? :laugh: One yeah like like one if enough for you

TB

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mal5.1 wrote:

Every visit to Sofala is a mystery mate.

So true :laugh: :laugh:

TB

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mal5.1 wrote:

Don’t know how long the loop is. I know you guys are out most of the day. That’s why it’s a mystery tour.

It’s not a mystery tour :laugh: I set that route They will be visiting Sofala and Capertee

TB

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Mal Krusy wants to go on your loop

I want to go on Galeys loop Saturday morning and where ever Boony goes saturday arvo

TB

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Lefty wrote:

Trailboss wrote:

You idiot :laugh: I love it :woohoo: but I reckon its a better option for you as you seem to fall over a lot when you stop dont you :pinch: :whistle: :dry: Three wheels would suit you

Nice find mate

TB

:laugh: :laugh: Maybe you would prefer this Circuit Racing version :ohmy: complete with sports power muffler.

At least this one has front brakes. :laugh: :laugh:

Cheers,
Lefty

Looks like the front brake is locked on Lefty Hey you need to duck around home mate and check my new postie out, reckon I will go you halfs in the rego as you could use it all week to run around I reckon Has saddle bags and all. Check it out in my TB’s Shed thread

TB

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