Forum: General Maintenance
08-31-2009, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,620
Re: Rear Shock Replacement ...
The site is http://www.yssusa.com/index.html
I called them up and told them what I needed. The shocks were made for my needs, two up riding, I gave them the wife's weight and mine. Saddlebag and...
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Forum: General Maintenance
08-31-2009, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,620
Re: Rear Shock Replacement ...
Yes, I had it all the way up to five.
I have just recently installed a set of YSS shocks and it rides much better (better than better). This was an easy install and a good investment. Next up ......
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Forum: Performance
08-18-2009, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,714
Re: What about a standard harley muffler??
Most people can't tell right off that mine was changed over to a sportier exhaust. With the filter mod, needle shim, larger jet mod and 16 tooth sprocket, it's a fun ride for a 250. Make the change,...
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Forum: Member Introductions
07-27-2009, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,813
Re: Just got a gz250!!!!!!
Hello and welcome!
The red really stands out, looks great. Hope you enjoy it and be safe.
Another Californian huh? You have great weather down there and will enjoy your riding season a bit longer...
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Forum: Performance
07-27-2009, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,763
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Forum: Performance
07-27-2009, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,532
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Forum: Member Introductions
07-18-2009, 10:58 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 641
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Forum: General Maintenance
07-18-2009, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,620
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Forum: General Maintenance
07-17-2009, 11:48 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,620
Rear Shock Replacement ...
I'm looking for replacement shocks that are capable of holding two people and not bottoming out. Lots of shock out there but nothing that is specific to the GZ. Anyone ever replace them with...
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Forum: GZ250 Media
07-15-2009, 07:33 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,068
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Forum: Instructional Articles
07-15-2009, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 75
Views: 33,724
Re: Needle shim modification
Okay. Post needle shim modification, I tracked my gas mileage. After many miles and several fillups, here are my results:
MPG per fillup:
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1. 68
2. 65
3. 65
4. 64
5. 65
6. 65
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Forum: Member Introductions
06-19-2009, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 900
Re: Hello from California!
Hi and welcome!
You now will have more friends than you ever thought possible. That Honda is a 450 right?
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Forum: Performance
06-11-2009, 08:14 AM
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Replies: 65
Views: 7,371
Re: Has anyone tried a 40 tooth rear sprocket?
Speed wise ... I agree, on the x-way Raven gets to 80 and is a little light in the rear at that speed. 70 is fast enough for me when I need to use the x-way. Which is not a lot.
So, when are you...
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Forum: Performance
06-10-2009, 11:27 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 8,643
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Forum: Performance
06-10-2009, 11:12 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 7,371
Re: Has anyone tried a 40 tooth rear sprocket?
Yes you are right that is a horrible comparison, if you have something with plenty of grunt to spare, then doing that could dramatically raise the ridability of your bike at higher speeds, (and raise...
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Forum: Performance
06-10-2009, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,657
Re: My 2006 GZ mods ...
Well ... apparently Suzuki does or did make a 400cc V Twin ... live and learn.
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl= ... X%26um%3D1...
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Forum: Performance
06-10-2009, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 65
Views: 7,371
Re: Has anyone tried a 40 tooth rear sprocket?
In theory, the lower rear sprocket (40T) with a 16T front sprocket should work well as predicted.
My Yamaha 650 (I know, bad comparison) comes with a stock 17T/ 34T sprockets. Many owners are going...
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Forum: Performance
06-09-2009, 08:14 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,657
Re: My 2006 GZ mods ...
It would be sweet, but it might cut into their 650cc sales. However, it is time to upgrade this motor. 400cc or 450cc might sell well if they kept the same GZ style. Actually I know it would sell...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
05-30-2009, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,507
Re: Big bike handling vs. GZ handling
No, apparently not.
In this context, it is running wide in a curve.
I think everybody ELSE understands that.
Next you will be telling us that you ride like the guy in the video.
:facepalm:...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
05-28-2009, 12:54 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,507
Big bike handling vs. GZ handling
I have now completed most of the work in getting my Yamaha XS650 up and running. A totally different bike for sure.
As a lot of us go to a bigger bike we need to rethink on how we drive these...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
05-28-2009, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,730
Re: 2000 Suzuki Katana 600
I agree with everyone else, be careful, drive using the 12 second rule. My XS650 is scary fast and I make a point to drive it like it's my GZ. Enjoy! :ride:
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
05-27-2009, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,526
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
05-27-2009, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,947
Re: What have you owned, or what do you own?
Besides my GZ, I have a 1980 Yamaha XS 650 Special. It is almost ready to go back on the rode, mid June I'd say. Lot's of work bringing it back to life. I'm only allowed two at this time. :cry:
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Forum: Gadgets & Farkles
05-27-2009, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,246
Re: Right Saddlebags for a GZ250 1999
I made an intensive search online and then visited bike shops looking for the perfect saddlebags.
Don't make a hasty decision. Some shops will have samples that they will let you place on the bike...
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Forum: Gadgets & Farkles
05-27-2009, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,725
Re: Installing Saddlebags
Try to get that rear off the ground by jacking it up. It gave me a little more extra room for my fingers.
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