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Awesome! That’s a great price of if it’s clean. Kickstart isn’t an issue as long as you are patience and follow the procedure. Not the kind of bike you just start kicking away on like a 2-stroke.

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Thanks!

I just used an impact gun which will usually zip it off without having to hold, but you can put a penny in the gears to hold it in place too.

Thank you! Even though she struggled a bit on spots, it goes to show how capable they are still completing most of the loop. You are right on about the suspension. I think that’s the most lacking part but works great for what it’s intended for.

That’s awesome! I think you are 100% correct. If they sold these again with some slight upgrades at a price under or around 5k, they sell like hotcakes.

Hey, if it works roll with it! Lol

Thanks Chuck. It’s definitely bit intimidating the first time you do it, but it’s really not that bad once you dig into it. Having a manual and taking lots of pictures helps too.

Thanks! I think it was Honda bond looking back at it

Thanks!

Hi Gordon, Happy new year! Not sure you can use the stock lighting coil for anything other than running headlight and tail lights. You would need to wire in a switch so the brake light functions when the pedal or lever is actuated. Most people put the Tusk dual sport kit on which includes its own battery that you can charge and not have to splice into the bikes wiring harness.

Good idea!

Hmm, I wonder if the previous person just loaded that up with rtv because it definitely wasn’t that little rubber bung that goes there now that you mention it. Good eye and thank you!!

@Garage2Trail yeah likely. Does the same thing

Thanks again for pointing that out! Just ordered one

Still need to put her back together but that is a homemade tool. The nuts were a bit chewed up from someone else being in there. I am using JIS screwdrivers. Which case screws are you referring to? All of the case bolts holding it together along with the side covers are all 8mm bolts. The only screws I can think of at the moment are the two that hold the oil pump on. Thanks for the analysis! You always have a good eye for the detail 👍

@Garage2Trail Fair enough on points one and 2. Any cross heads that are chewed l would replace. That engine is in surprisingly good condition (given that it's an '83 with that filter/head/follower design). I don't think l would even replace the rings if they measure within tolerance. That minimal amount of 'blow by' could have occurred before the rings bedded in. Even the head and cam/followers look reasonable from what l could see on camera. Has the tensioner blade rubber gone hard?

Yeah I was surprised at how nice it was inside. I am going to replace the rings and piston pin and hone it. The rings were still barely in spec but on the far end. Figure I’d replace them now since it’s apart. I’m also replacing the cam chain and tensioners with OEM Honda stuff. The tensioners look a bit worn. Getting an OEM Honda head gasket and acorn nut crush washers for the cylinder too.

@Garage2Trail Wow, the rings have done sterling service then. Sounds like you're on top of things. 👍

Thanks!

Thank you!

That’s how I look at it! Like a big mechanical puzzle.

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Thanks buddy, Happy New Year to you too!

Thanks buddy!

Thanks for the heads up!

Glad to hear that!

Thanks! I would love to find one of those monoshock versions. Seem tough to come by. Yeah these TL250s are like tractors and will wheelie with ease. Fun bike to mess around on. I thought about trying some vintage trials on it sometime but the shocks are blown. I’d def have to address that before doing any competition on it.

Yup I ended up replacing both crank seals

@@Garage2Trail Good deal

@@Garage2Trail You are doing a great job as always no issue is too big for you to solve..

Thank man! I also have an 86 that I recently picked up. What an awesome bike they are. I am blessed to have grown up on these trails and still have them today with all the development that’s gone on in the area. Most of these have been here since the early 70s!

Have you sat on an XTrainer? They are great for short guys like me. I’m 5’8 around 180lbs and I can almost flat foot. I would try it first. This bike gets traction the way it is because it’s geared and tuned for tight nasty stuff. The hit is so smooth you don’t even notice it. With the wet map tune makes it even more mellow and tractable. And thanks! I’m glad you are enjoying the vids!

@@Garage2Trail thanks for the reply ! Yes I've ridden one for a few minutes and it was fine height wise but I'm 100lb heavier than the suspension was set up for . I've ridden old Yamaha TD's mostly so I'm used to a very low seat height and I'm getting older . I ride in the Appalachian mountains of Tennessee very steep if I let it get away from me to the down hill side it can get rough on an old man lol. I want a new modern bike parts are getting hard to find for the dt400 and the brakes have always been terrible! I'm just exploring options at this point I'm wanting something easy to ride I'm not in a hurry to get to the end of the trial. I'm going to buy a x trainer for sure I'm not sure about the bw conversation. Thanks! Most people don't think the bw is the way to go I'm not sure yet. I keep remembering that bw200 and the way it would climb the only thing that would stop it was the lack of power. Thanks again

@ gotcha. I really can’t comment on the big wheel conversion as I’ve never tried it myself. Wish I could offer more advice for you on that!

@@Garage2Trail if you ever ride an old BW you will understand where I'm at ! They get more traction than your thinking! The issue is the guy that does the kits hasn't done a x trainer so he needs my bike to the kit and he is a beta dealer so I could buy one from him and save a lot of money in shipping! Thank you for taking the time to talk with me. God Bless

You got it! Is it anything big like riding a TW200? My brother has one and I’ve ridden that a bunch

Thank you!

@@Garage2Trail I always appreciate your channel and great work in the shop to move things forward in the right direction

Thanks Kevin! 🙏

Happy new year to you my friend!

@@Garage2Trail Thank you my dear friend. Proud of you and your blessed family that served our great nation ..

I appreciate it 🤝

Our 39th President Jimmy Carter passed away today, join anyone close to you in prayer as I pray for former President Jimmy Carter to be in the Lord’s presence. Thank you my dear friend.

He set a great example for so many not just in our nation but indeed to so many countries around the world about the true meaning of giving and been of service to others, a humble man and a man of huge faith in God and goodness and good will to humanity..

I always appreciate the input! 🤝

@ You bet 👍

I also have an 83! Currently splitting the engine to replace the countershaft right now. I broke it during a harescramble at Mid Ohio this past summer.

@@Garage2Trail I moved on and have had every XR they make , All so good , I recently sold my yz 450

Good to know thank you! I’ll let the owner know he can swap it out. Do you know what size or model by any chance?

Thanks buddy!

@Garage2Trail yeah

I know! I jumped at this bike so fast when it popped up on marketplace lol. Wonder why so many were taken off

@Garage2Trail yeah very nice. Find my xr 400 had the odometer taken off by the previous owner I wonder if they just sold them for some more money.