http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+All/Article/list/46411 In depth technical articles on Dirt Bike parts &accessories for Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, KTM, vintage motorcycles, CZ, BSA, & Husqvarna. Engine repair, head repair, 2-stroke, 4-stroke, carburetor, exhaust, pipe, filter, CDI box, suspension, wheels, tires, hubs, sprockets, chain, disk brakes. 2009-11-22T06:30:56Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+KTM/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-Rebuilding-the-Bottom-E/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637800?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 In our last installment, the 380 motor was back from getting the crank rebuilt and the cylinder porting cleaned up. Now it's time for the bottom end. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/442009/637800/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/442009/637800/Main_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/442009/637800/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Vintage/Ricks-Vintage-Garage-Queen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633353?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 A Garage Queen is a bike that's not ridden, but instead shown off to friends. I'll have to admit that I own one. Yep, among my stable of bikes is a 1976 Maico 400/5 motorcycle that has been lovingly restored. 2009-10-12T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422009/633353/M8_148x60_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422009/633353/M18_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422009/633353null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-Load-Your-Fanny-Pack-With-Answers-and-Hit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630854?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Readers share their questions and a few tips on a do-it-yourself workbench, RM 250, Air Cooled KDX200 and more. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/402009/630854/YAMAHAFORKS_148x60_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/402009/630854/YAMAHAFORKS_300x200_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/402009/630854null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+KTM/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-Rebuilding-the-Forks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628281?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Having ridden a 2002 model bike with stock 43mm forks we can say that we think something was probably done to our forks because the stock 2002 forks had a near deadly mid-stroke harshness that our forks didn't exhibit at all. 2009-09-22T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392009/628281/Forks-Final_148x60_thumbnail.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392009/628281/Fork-Synergy-Install-1_300x200_main.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392009/628281null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+KTM/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-Motor-Clean-Up-and-Modi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/621008?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Our main objective was to rebuild both the top and bottom end to ensure our 380 engine has a long life. In addition we kept a keen eye out for anything else suspect that needed attention and ordered replacement parts where needed, such as the kick-start pawl spring. We also made a few performance modifications to spruce up mighty 380 a little bit yet not go over-board. 2009-08-24T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352009/621008/Rebuilt_Crank_and_Bearing_148_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352009/621008/Cylinder_Exhaust_Smoothing_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352009/621008null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Yamaha/Project-Yamaha-YZ125-Overview-and-Powder-Coating/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/618222?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 When it's not an option to buy a new motorcycle, sometimes breathing life into an old one is a great start. We dig a 2002 Yamaha YZ125 dirtbike out of storage, and take a close look. 2009-08-11T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/332009/618222/2002_yamaha_yz125-14_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/332009/618222/2002_yamaha_yz125-4_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/332009/618222null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Other+Makes/A-Hodaka-Mini-Bike/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/615739?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We contemplated the usual dream bikes of every vintage enthusiast - like a TM-400 or KX-250 powered Bonanza mini bike, or a Pro-Fab Yamaha 125cc twin motocrosser. We settled on the dirtbike that Hodaka should have, but never built: a 50cc mini-sized Super Rat. 2009-08-05T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/312009/615739/H8_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/312009/615739/H9_300x183_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/312009/615739null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-Super-Hunky-is-At-It-Again/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/612827?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick Sieman answers your dirtbike questions on crank stuffers, silencers, glowing pipes and crud in your bowl. Or is it called "mung"? 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302009/612827/RM400_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302009/612827/RM_125_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302009/612827null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Kawasaki/Project-Kawasaki-KLX110-Testing-Lights-for-Night-R/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/612310?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 With proper lighting on your motorcycle, even on a "pit bike", desert riding doesn't have to stop at sun-down. Check out the helmet-cam video! 2009-07-20T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302009/612310/110_Headlight_Helmet_Lights_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302009/612310/110_Bike_400_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302009/612310null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask---Your-Dirtbike-Questions-and-Super-Hunky/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605867?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Ricks advises that the 2001 KDX 200 this is one of the finest all-around bikes ever built. By all means, go for an FMF pipe and a set of Boyesen reeds. Then go for two teeth more on the countershaft sprocket. Don't worry, the bike will easily pull the gearing. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/262009/605867/KDX200_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/262009/605867/KDX200_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/262009/605867null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Other+Topics/How-to-Fix-Plastic-Scratches-Gouges-and-Breaks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/599467?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Fenders, gas tank, side panels; the works. And unless your bike or ATV is a garage queen, chances are you've got scratches and wear marks all over the plastic. 2009-06-06T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212009/599467/xp15_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212009/599467/xp3_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212009/599467null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Kawasaki/Project-Kawasaki-KLX110-Installing-a-Headlight-for/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601687?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Whether it was for saving money by not altering the production line or some other reason, what really matters is the 110 is already wired for lighting. 2009-06-04T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/232009/601687/Light_Installed_148x60_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/232009/601687/Light_Installed_300x200_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/232009/601687null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Vintage/Vintage-Maico-Special/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/597724?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I first saw one of the Rage Maicos on display at an open house at Bill Ramsey's Motorcycle Accessory Shop. The bike was staggeringly beautiful and the attention to detail was incredible. 2009-05-12T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/202009/597724/MAICO_14_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/202009/597724/MAICO_1_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/202009/597724null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-You-Have-Been-Warned/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595947?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "I have a 1972 Yamaha 80. I can't seem to find out exactly which model they refer to it as. I was told to look at the engine serial numbers." Find out the answer to this question, and more! 2009-05-04T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/182009/595947/Zundapp_202_Serbia_148sx60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/182009/595947/JT1_300x179_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/182009/595947null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Honda/Project-Comparison-Honda-CRF230F-and-Yamaha-TTR-23/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/593308?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We started with the Honda CRF230F and later on, due to an avalanche of mail, proceeded to work on a Yamaha TTR-230R. Both of these bikes are inexpensive, very reliable and parts are reasonable. 2009-04-14T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/162009/593308/148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/162009/593308/untitled_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/162009/593308null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-Rick-Goes-All-Vintage-on-Us/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/591309?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Pages of readers' questions and Super Hunky's answers. And assorted vintage ramblings, bench racing and shared photos from the dirtbike archives. 2009-04-03T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/142009/591309/KERMIT_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/142009/591309/MAICO_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/142009/591309null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-Splitting-the-Case/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587962?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 When a bike is left to sit for extended periods of time the seals can dry out and become brittle and prone to leaking. 2009-03-18T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122009/587962/13_Cases_Split_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122009/587962/18_Case_Botls_Removed_300x180_main.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122009/587962/14_Tranny_Removed_190x210_flash.gif HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-April-2009-Sneak-Peek/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587708?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 This month, it has spilled and overflowed, so we thought we'd bring you a sneak peek here first - look for the full column on the Off-Road.com Dirtbike Editorial site April 1. But for now, enjoy. And beware! 2009-03-17T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122009/587708/KDX200_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122009/587708/da_26729_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122009/587708null REMOTE http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-Answers-Served-up-Fresh-by-SuperHunky/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/583708?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Why the YZ490 has fans is beyond me. When I tested the YZ490 back in the '80s, the vibration ripped the calluses off both hands at the end of two 45 minute motos. In spite of the efforts of the factory Yamaha mechanics, the bike was impossible keep jetted correctly with a temperature change of 10 degrees. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092009/583708/350HONDA_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092009/583708/m_star_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092009/583708null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+KTM/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-Chassis-Tear-Down/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/582528?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Another area of a used bike to check thoroughly is that of the chassis and other attached parts. This includes things like suspension, swingarm and steering head bearings as well as a general inspection of the frame and swingarm for cracks or extreme wear. 2009-02-23T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/082009/582528/Swingarm_Right_148x60_thumbnail.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/082009/582528/Frame_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/082009/582528null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-Dirtbike-Reader-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578319?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Our readers defend two of SuperHunky's Ten Worst Bikes Ever, and he dusts off the archives for an original ad for the Maverick Mini Trail bike. 2009-02-02T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/052009/578319/D10_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/052009/578319/D8_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/052009/578319null HTML http://atv.off-road.com/atv/News%3A+Buzz/Yoshimura-Offers-ISF-for-Better-Engine-Performance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578108?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Yoshimura offers this in-house service to the performance ATV and motorcycle enthusiast or racer who wants to improve gear life and power output as well as reduce costs and those pesky DNFs. 2009-01-28T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/atv/052009/578108null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F-Its-all-about-the-Forks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/576076?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick answers dirtbike reader questions about forks, wheels, forks, jetting, and forks. 2009-01-21T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042009/576076/H3_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042009/576076/H1_226x136_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042009/576076null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+KTM/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-Top-End-Tear-Down/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/575657?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 To find out the current condition of the motor we decided a top-end teardown was in order. This will allow us to find out firsthand the condition of the head, cylinder and piston as well as giving us a good feel for the overall condition of the motor. 2009-01-15T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/032009/575657/380_Subframe_Bolt_Loose_148x60_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/032009/575657/380_Piston_300x180_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/032009/575657null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-January-Readers-Questions-Answered/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/574867?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Getting Hondas running, keeping Kawis running, and a whole lot of memories of dirtbikes in the good old days. 2009-01-12T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/032009/574867/CZ1_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/032009/574867/CZ2_226x136_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/032009/574867null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Other+Makes/Vintage-Dirtbike-Special-The-Black-Hole/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/573658?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We went from room to room in the cavernous motorcycle shop and saw what loosely must be referred to as "his collection." One room had a bunch of old CZs and literally tons of CZ parts. A few of the Chey Zeds were operating and raced on a regular basis by Bill and some friends. 2009-01-05T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/022009/573658/05_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/022009/573658/1_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/022009/573658null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Other+Topics/The-50-DIY-Dirtbike-Trailer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572936?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Our trailer had to be small enough to put inside a garage and light enough to be moved around by one person. And it couldn't cost a lot of money. 2008-12-23T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/522008/572936/t14_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/522008/572936/t15_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/522008/572936null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Yamaha/Project-Yamaha-TTR230R-Reader-Questions-Answered/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572429?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "Yes, we made the custom spacer to take up the difference in length. It's not hard. Just find a section of thick walled tubing and cut it to length." And more answers to our readers' questions. 2008-12-19T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/512008/572429/Y1_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/512008/572429/Y1_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/512008/572429null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F-Carb-Swap/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/571277?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 In first or second gear at low speeds, when you try to roll the throttle on, you get an immediate response that's hard to control. This is exactly the kind of thing you don't need when trail riding on tight trails.  2008-12-11T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502008/571277/H15_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502008/571277/H1_226x150_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502008/571277null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+KTM/Project-Old-School-KTM-380-MXC/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/570192?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 While the four-stroke can put the power to the ground effectively there is nothing quite like the feel of the two-stroke snapping to attention or exploding out of a berm. A two-stroke may not find the traction like a four-stroke but it has other strengths that a four-stroke just can't match. 2008-12-08T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502008/570192/tabb_DSC04046_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502008/570192/tabb_DSC04047_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502008/570192null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-A-Deluge-of-Readers-Dirtbike-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/569410?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Questions about water pumps, jetting, plugs, a variety of Vintage rumblings. 2008-12-03T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/492008/569410/super_pioneer_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/492008/569410/MCQUEEN_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/492008/569410null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Performance/Two-Stroke-Trouble-Shooting-Guide/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/568248?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Priceless and timeless technical information. Anyone who wanders off normal roads should have at least basic trouble-shooting skills to fall back on when the engine malfunctions. 2008-11-25T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/482008/568248/2_148x60_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/482008/568248/1_300x200_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/482008/568248null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Yamaha/Project-Yamaha-TTR230-Production-Version-of-the-Wo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567877?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Last month, we installed a Works Performance shock on our project Yamaha TTR230, and were ultra-pleased with the performance. However, the shock we installed was a prototype, and we had some installation issues. Is the production unit better? 2008-11-23T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/482008/567877/4_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/482008/567877/6_300x180_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/482008/567877null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F-More-Reader-Questions-Answer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566640?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Tire pressure, changing the oil and making the stock battery last. Rick answers them all - nicely this time. 2008-11-17T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/472008/566640/3Clutchisthekeytostartingingear_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/472008/566640/1HONDACRF230F_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/472008/566640null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-And-this-time-we-really-mean-it/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565079?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 The questions get dumber, the spelling gets worse, and Rick slaps 'em harder. And oh yeah, there are a couple intelligent questions too. Enjoy. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/462008/565079/da_26729_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/462008/565079/Rick_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/462008/565079null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Yamaha/Project-Yamaha-TTR230-Installing-Works-Shock/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/558972?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Pro series shock not only has a remote reservoir and pre-load adjustments, you can also change the compression and rebound externally. 2008-10-15T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422008/558972/5Works_Performance_shock_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422008/558972/18ACTION_300x180_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422008/558972null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F-Answers-and-Illustrations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556753?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I purchased a 2008 CRF230L in April and love riding again after 20 years. I would like to stiffen up the suspension and get some more power from the bike. How does this bike differ from the CRF230F? 2008-10-09T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/412008/556753/14_left_15_RIGHT_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/412008/556753/CRF230F_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/412008/556753null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Kawasaki/Project-Kawasaki-KLX110-Pitbike-Suspension/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/552495?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 After riding the stock bike a few times it was clear we needed to make some upgrades to allow the 110 to hold up a 175 lb adult rider. These upgrades consisted of adding stiff fork springs to the stock forks and adding a new shock while still retaining the stock swingarm. These modifications were very affordable and the installation process straightforward. 2008-09-23T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392008/552495/et01_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392008/552495/Swingarm_Shock_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392008/552495null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F-Reader-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548139?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Question: I was wondering about changing the clutchs there a lock nut on there but im not sure if ts reversd threads or what cause i cant seem to get it off. what should i do ? 2008-09-07T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/372008/548139/honda_REMOVE_TIP_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/372008/548139/honda_230_CLUTCH_NUT_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/372008/548139null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Kawasaki/Project-Kawasaki-KLX110-Pitbike-Oil-Cooler/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/542992?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Increasing the KLXs engine size from 110 to 150ccs brought about a huge increase in power. Unfortunately along with more power comes more heat. At $385 the Moto HP oil cooler kit may not be the cheapest kit on the market but it is a quality product that has been specifically designed for our bike. 2008-08-21T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/342008/542992null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask---Readers-Questions-Answered/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/542897?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Sadly, our readers continue to buy cheap Chinese knock-off bikes and have to live with it. Rick has no sympathy for people who buy these pieces of crap... and he lets them have it! 2008-08-18T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/342008/542897/1971_TS185_ad1-detail_450_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/342008/542897/1971_TS185_ad1-detail_450_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/342008/542897/1972_TS185J_brochure_450_385x250_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Performance/Dirtbike-Tech-Finding-Dangerous-Air-Leaks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/530821?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Each of the parts of the system can develop a leak, either through neglect, accident, or improper manufacture. We'll take each component and describe the problems, what to look for, and suggest a cure. 2008-07-20T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302008/530821/dirtbike_air_leak_6_148x60_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302008/530821/dirtbike_air_leak_6_300x180_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302008/530821/dirtbike_air_leak_6_385x250_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Voices%3A+Dont+Ask/Dont-Ask-Your-Dirtbike-Questions-Answered/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/529308?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Readers ask - I recently purchased a 1969 Yamaha 175 CT1. It sounds like the rings are rattling. the first kick came in at about 50 psi. After several more it came in at 107. can you tell me what the proper compression for this bike is suppose to be? And more! 2008-07-12T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/282008/529308/Rick_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/282008/529308/Rick_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/282008/529308/Rick_385x250_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Reviews+Dirtbikes%3A+KTM/Vintage-The-Fastest-Stock-Dirtbike-Ever-Built/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/523565?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We'd heard about those Baja bikes hitting 115 mph or more, while some experts have flatly stated that no production motocross dirt bike will run over a hundred per. Even with the tallest possible gearing to be had. Well sir, the arrival of a 495 KTM and a genuine maniac Six Days rider appeared to us to be the perfect combination. 2008-06-23T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523565/ktm_2_1981_KTM_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523565/ktm_7_124_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523565/ktm_7_124_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Yamaha/Project-Yamaha-TTR-230-Dirtbike-More-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/523533?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I just recently purchased an 07 ttr 230. it has really low miles and runs perfect except sometimes it just starts reving really high then dies. I think i need to reset the floats in the carb. Is this common with these bikes? Do you have any other advice of what I should do? 2008-06-16T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523533/yamaha_b_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523533/yamaha_b_300x180_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523533/yamaha_b_385x250_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-230F-More-Questions-Answered/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/523153?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Readers try their own hands removing air restrictions, powering 'em up, and smoothing out the ride. Others are new to the project series and just getting started with questions. 2008-06-11T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523153/HONDA_1_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523153/HONDA_300x180_main.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242008/523153/HONDA_385x250_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+All/Dont-Ask---Dirtbike-Advice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/520253?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Let's be blunt about this. I'm completing a move from Baja to Arizona and you know what moves are like. Anyway, a whole bunch of people have a lot of questions about their Yamaha 230s and we'll try our best to honor them. Look at it as a brief time out in the hard-core stuff. That said, let's hit the emails. 2008-06-02T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/222008/520253/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/222008/520253/main_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/222008/520253null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Dirtbike-CRF-230F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515695?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 When Honda released their new "L" version of the CRF230F, people wondered how the street bike differed from the off-road version. Of course, there's no one better to check into it than Rick Sieman... 2008-05-12T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/192008/515695/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/192008/515695/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509839?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick clears up reader questions on jetting their dirtbikes, removing the exhaust baffle and steering mods for racing, among others. 2008-04-14T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/152008/509839/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/152008/509839/main_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/152008/509839/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Yamaha-TTR-230-Tech-Q-amp-A/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507846?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick Sieman answers your deepest questions about chain guides, gearing and lights for the Project Yamaha. 2008-04-07T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/142008/507846/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/142008/507846/projectyamaha_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/142008/507846/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Honda-CRF-230F---Tech-Questions-Answered/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502887?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Confusion about which jet fits your Honda dirt bike, how to install the new forks and needle seat replacement are all cleared up by Rick Sieman in this Q & A session. 2008-03-24T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/112008/502887/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/112008/502887/ProjectHonda_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/112008/502887/flash._flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-TTR-230---Getting-the-Forks-Dialed-In/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502260?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We noticed that the shift-side fork seal was leaking a bit. This was puzzling, as the fork tubes on both legs were perfect, with no scratches, pitting or rough spots. 2008-03-17T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/112008/502260/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/112008/502260/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+Honda/Project-Honda-CRF230F-Q-and-A/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486743?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Get answers about fork replacements, re-jetting, and why you should not drop your kids on their heads. 2008-02-04T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042008/486743/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042008/486743/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Yamaha-TTR-230-Tires/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486722?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Step by step how to on the Project Yamaha TTR230 dirt bike. 2008-01-28T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042008/486722/thumb._thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042008/486722/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Product+Reviews/Project-Yamaha-TTR230-Riding-with-New-Forks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482003?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 When riding the bike, it felt much more stable. Small ripples and undulations in the terrain were virtually ignored, where the stock TTR230 front end wavered and shimmied over the same stuff. 2008-01-07T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/012008/482003/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/012008/482003/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+All/Project-Honda-CRF-230F-Q-and-A/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/479500?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick answers questions about a hand-operated rear brake, smoking problems and binding forks. 2007-12-17T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502007/479500/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/502007/479500/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/Project-Yamaha-TTR-230-The-Front-End/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/477547?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Tune in to Rick Sieman's step-by-step front-end fix. 2007-12-10T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/492007/477547/13.small_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/492007/477547/6small_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Yamaha-TTR230---Part-5---Dirt-Bike-Junk-Fo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/469074?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick Sieman takes us step-by-step as he replaces the stock forks with modern upside-down ones on the Yamaha 230 dirt bike. 2007-11-19T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/442007/469074/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/442007/469074/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Yamaha-TTR230---Part-4---Dirt-bike-battery/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/464161?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick Sieman walks us through how to charge and care for your dirt bike battery. 2007-10-09T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/412007/464161/part4thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/412007/464161/flash4_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Yamaha-TTR230---Part-3---Dirt-bike-breathi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453706?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We uncork our project TT230 to see how it responds to the same type of breathing mods we employed on the Honda 230 project. 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352007/453706/THUMB_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352007/453706/FLASH_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Q-amp-A-September-2007---Project-Honda-CRF230F---P/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453707?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick Sieman sets the record straight about project Honda CRF230F 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352007/453707/THUMB_thumbnail.JPG http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/352007/453707/FLASH_flash.JPG HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-Yamaha-TTR230---Part-2---Dirt-bike-chains-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/444151?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We wondered if the Yamaha TTR230 would respond in much the same way as our Honda Project. We ordered a 14 and 15 tooth item from Sidewinder Sprockets, as well as a quality O-ring Krause chain and a hardened aluminum rear sprocket to replace the boat anchor heavy steel one. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302007/444151/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/302007/444151/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Dirtbike+Racing%3A+AMA/Project-Yamaha-TTR230---Part-1---Dirt-bike-suspens/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/436237?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 We've been doing our Project Honda CRF230 for quite some time now. In that time, we've improved the suspension, power, traction and handling dramatically. It comes as no surprise then, that the owners of the Honda's counterpart, the Yamaha TTR 230, let us know that they were being left out. 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/252007/436237/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/252007/436237/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Honda/Q-amp-A-July-2007---Project-Honda-CRF230F---Part-2/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/436359?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 The "quintessential" reference guide on the Honda CRF-230. 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/252007/436359/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/252007/436359/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+All/Q-amp-A-June-2007---Project-Honda-CRF230F---Part-2/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/429365?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 When the BBR exhaust was installed, no other jetting mods were needed. The info on the "power up" kit was common knowledge, and the savvy shops knew about it a few months after the first 230 came out. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212007/429365/i5_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212007/429365/i5_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/How-to-Ship-Your-Bike/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/420915?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Every once in a while, you might have to ship a bike. Or if you're an ebay shopper, you might find a real deal on a bike and have it shipped to you. 2007-05-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/162007/420915/5_thumb._thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/162007/420915/5_flash._flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/tech/Rebuild-Your-Carb/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/413750?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Ninety-five percent of the time, carb rebuilding is nothing more than taking the thing apart, cleaning it all up, replacing a few worn parts, and putting it back together. 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122007/413750/20_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122007/413750/1_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/tech/Project-Honda-CRF230F---Part-22/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/413755?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Project Honda CRF230F - Part 22 Taking Care of the Loose Ends 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122007/413755/img03_thm_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/122007/413755/img03_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Project-CRF230---Part-21/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/407515?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I would like to start by saying, "Thanks allot for all the great information so far!" I have been following your progress and have been trying almost every modification. I love the way they have worked for me, and has made this bike a keeper. 2007-03-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092007/407515/PROJ-HONDA230_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092007/407515/PROJ-HONDA230_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/Chain-Tech/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/407485?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 You walk into a bike shop and need to purchase a new chain. But where do you start? What do you look for? 2007-03-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092007/407485/LEAD-PHOTO-CHAIN-TECH_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/092007/407485/LEAD-PHOTO-CHAIN-TECH_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+All/Q-amp-A-February-2007---Project-Honda-CRF230f---Pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/399563?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Q & A that you ought to know 2007-02-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042007/399563/CRF230_t_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042007/399563/CRF230_f_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/Cut-Down-Your-Saddle/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/400498?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Tall people have it made. In these days of 12-inch plus travel, they're the only ones who can touch the ground. If you're shorter than 5 feet 10 inches, even a trail bike will make you stretch your toes a bit - at least a new one will. 2007-02-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042007/400498/7_t_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042007/400498/7_f_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/Two-Stroke-GasOil-Ratios/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/400487?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Let’s see … your bike is running on the rich side, so you put less oil in the gas to lean it out.  Wrong. Or maybe your bike is running a bit too lean, so you figure that if you put more oil in the gas, that should take care of the problem.  Wrong again. 2007-02-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042007/400487/gasratio_t_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/042007/400487/gasratio_f_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/Nut-Bolt-Torque-Tech/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/396797?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I keep getting a large number of requests for how much to torque down various nuts and bolts on various bikes. 2007-01-10T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/022007/396797null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/tech/The-Ultimate-Conversion-Guide/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/396816?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Let's see you've got a 40 mm carb, but your owners manual says that you have 12.2 inches of travel in your rear suspension. 2007-01-10T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/022007/396816null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Q-amp-A-December-2006---Project-Honda-CRF-230---Pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/387430?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 SUBJECT: CRF230F SUSPENSION MODS 2006-12-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/472006/387430/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/472006/387430/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+All/Honda-2007-CRF150R-and-CRF150R-Expert/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/380106?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 It was just a matter of time until Honda decided to make a serious small four-stroke, one that would actually be competitive with the two-strokes. 2006-11-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422006/380106/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422006/380106/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/The-Best-Bike-Lift----Period/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/380098?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I'll let you in on a little secret. Just about every product you see evaluated in the magazines or on the net sites, is a freebie, or heavily discounted. Now this doesn't mean that everything you see being evaluated is suspect, but you should take it with a fairly large grain of salt. 2006-11-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422006/380098/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422006/380098/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Q-amp-A-November-2006---Project-Honda-CRF230---Par/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/379403?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 For a long time, we've sort of ignored the rear brake on our Project bike. With all our concentration on forks and suspension, we lived with the sub-standard rear brake ? until we blew through a wooden fence when the rear wheel responded like something from a 1970s bike. It slowed the wheel down poorly, then when some serious pressure was applied, the rear wheel locked up and the rear end went into a convoluted swap. 2006-11-01T05:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422006/379403/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/422006/379403/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Features/Q-amp-A-October-2006---Project-Honda-CRF-230---Par/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/374942?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I just scored a perfect set of 1987 CR250 forks, in cherry condition. Even the fork boots are in perfect condition. Before I fly into my CRF230 to make the swap, I was wondering, since you have had time to chew on it a while, if you would do anything differently? 2006-10-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392006/374942/thumb_Rick92_thumbnail.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/392006/374942/f230_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech%3A+Honda/Q-amp-A-September-2006---Project-Honda-CRF-230F---/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/367004?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I performed every mod on your site plus a few more. While I did not do a cook book type of copy, I used the information and adapted it to my needs. The results are a factory looking bike with dimensions preserved. 2006-09-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/342006/367004/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/342006/367004/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/projects/Q-amp-A-August-2006---Project-Honda-CRF-230F---Par/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/371928?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I just bought an '05 CRF 230F about 2 months ago and read your article on how you improved your 230. I really found this helpful in improving the performance of my CRF, which I use mainly for hillclimbing and trails. 2006-08-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/372006/371928null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Projects%3A+All/Q-amp-A-July-2006---Project-Honda-CRF230F---Part-1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/357321?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Rick, Great stuff on the CRF230F! - I am doing the 1987 CR250 fork swap on my CRF230 using XR600R triple clamps. 2006-07-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/282006/357321/part14-dsc_0109-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/282006/357321/part14-dsc_0109-main_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/282006/357321/part14-dsc_0109-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF100F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335104?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "The CRF100F packs all the great off-road features of its XR100R predecessor ? broad, four-stroke power, low seat height ? with retooled suspension and new racebike-inspired CRF graphics." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335104/thumb_CRF100Fs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335104null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF80F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335100?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "When your youngsters are ready to take it to the next level, they'll be happy to know that the CRF80F offers race-team CRF-styling, a manual clutch and conventional-shift transmission." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335100/thumb_CRF80Fs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335100null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF70F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335102?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "Looking for a durable, reliable machine to get your youngsters started on the adventure of off-road riding? Then check out the CRF70F. A semi-automatic transmission offers the fun of clutchless shifting, while all-new, CRF-inspired styling gives that ""big-bike"" appeal." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335102/thumb_CRF70Fs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335102null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-HEADLINE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335098?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Small Changes from Big Red *HEADLINE* 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335098/thumb_space.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335098null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/Tech+Archives/USD-Fork-Oil-Change/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/364083?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 I?ll be perfectly honest with you. Even though I?ve played around with a huge number of ?regular? forks throughout the decades, I have utterly no experience changing fork oil in the modern USD (upside down) forks. Yep, my expertise took a vacation when the newer bikes came out. Call it lack of interest, or the fact the most of the new bikes that I rode were at press previews. 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/322006/364083/cover_tn_thumbnail.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/322006/364083/cover_main.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/322006/364083null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF150F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335101?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "With its smooth, easy-to-use power, the family-friendly CRF150F is the choice for starter bikes." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335101/thumb_CRF150Fs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335101null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Dirtbike-Machines-2005-Honda/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335105?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 Information About - Dirtbike Machines 2005 Honda 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335105null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF250R/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335107?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "The Honda CRF250R is their 250cc, four-stroke, motocross bike. And for 2005, the engineers upgraded it everywhere, increasing power and suspension ? while making it even lighter." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335107/thumb_CRF250Rs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335107null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-XR650R/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335109?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "The undisputed king of the desert: multi-time Baja champ XR650R. Does its lightweight aluminum frame and potent liquid-cooled engine have anything to do with it? If you want a four stroke that’s not fussy and thrives on abuse, this is it." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335109/thumb_ridenet10.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335109null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF230F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335108?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "A 223cc engine, a wide, four-stroke powerband, great suspension and electric start ? packaged in a bike geared toward family fun." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335108/thumb_CRF230Fs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335108null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF50F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335096?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "It's the perfect bike for introducing youngsters to the fun of off-road riding. Rugged and reliable, with a beginner-friendly semi-automatic transmission, it's a perfect beginners bike." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335096/thumb_CRF50Fs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335096null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-XR650-L/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335106?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "Yes, the headlight and blinkers make this bike street-legal. Related to the 650R, the “L” is Big Reds commuter/trail bike." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335106/thumb_ridenet10.gif http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335106null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CR85R/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335103?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "The CR85R. Built with all the attention to detail and advanced engineering as its bigger CR/CRF siblings, is a very serious mini-bike two stroke racer." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335103/thumb_CR85Rs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335103null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CRF450F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335099?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "Honda has released most of their new bikes for 2005 with the striking exception of the CR250 and CR125 and a few other odds and ends. One of the ?odds? is the XR400, which is horribly overdue for an update. Even the XR250 is due for some sort of a change, being unchanged for oh so many years. The changes that have been made are not monumental, being more on the order of upgrades." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335099/thumb_CRF450Rs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335099null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/machines.2005.honda/Small-Changes-from-Big-Red-2005-HONDA-CR85R-Expert/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/335094?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 "The CR85R Expert boasts the same engineering and specs as the CR85R, but features bigger wheels, a higher seat and longer swingarm. It?s made for the rider who grew just bit more than expected, but is not yet ready for the full-sized 125 yet." 2006-06-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335094/thumb_CR85REs.jpg http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/242006/335094null HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/reviews.books/The-Great-History-of-Supercross/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/328693?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 With all seemingly endless string of supercross videos, and an onslaught of print debris on the subject, it was refreshing to come across something worthwhile and completely different. 2006-05-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212006/328693/thumb_cover.jpg HTML http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/ridenet.machines.2006.ktm/MXOffroadcom---2006-KTM-250-SX-F--450-SX--525-SX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/328818?contextCategoryId=46411&ref=25 The all-new 250 four stroke is already proven fast enough to win at National level competition. It bristles with all the latest factory trickery. 2006-05-01T04:00:00Z http://dirtbike.off-road.com/dirtbike/data/articlestandard/dirtbike/212006/328818/thumb_250_SXF.jpg HTML