norwegian2015_2016

I recently bought an '84 XL 250 R and have noticed that the front sprocket is severely worn. I can't see nearly the same wear on the rear sprocket. Anyway, I might change chain and sprockets soon. Normally I would do this myself, as I have done on another bike, but the lack of own tools where I live now, makes me have to go to a motorcycle shop. Anyone to recommend in (northern) SD? Could anyone suggest what would be a reasonable price for parts and labor? Is it reason to believe that it's ok to bring order the parts oneself, and bring them to a shop, or should I let them take care of "everything"? (Seems like the parts can be bought for 50-60 USD online). Thanks, in case anyone would like to provide some advice.

Looks fun (, and probably way too fast compared to my own potential speed under such conditions). Hope to try some trails some day. This far, I have only ridden the bike on asphalt or similar.

Looks like a very nice bike! Would definately appreciate to go on a ride. Thanks.

Hi. I was there (Julian) for an hour or two, maybe between 11 AM and 1 PM, or around that time. Saw some KTMs and similar bikes. Don't know if it could have been any SDAR-people there.. Bike was on the main street. Afterwards I took the 78 road to Oceanside, and the the 101 down to Del Mar, on my way home. Nice trip. The bike refused to start after a brief stop in Carlsbad, so instead of driving off I had a nice chat with Larry, a musician and narine biologist that had lots of interesting stories. After the XL250R had cooled down somewhere between 30 and 60 minutes I was almost able to kickstart it. Had to run it down a small hill to fire it up. I enjoyed the nature up in the mountains, and appreciate all the wild birds. The climate here is fantastic, and so different from what I'm used to, having average July ("summer") temperatures of 12 degrees C, or about 55 Fahrenheit.. http://www.yr.no/place/Norway/S%C3%B8r-Tr%C3%B8ndelag/Trondheim/Trondheim/statistics.html

Yes, guess that's probably a good idea. I see that they are available for from 50-60 USD and upwards. I appreciate any help, off course, but would also like to contribute in some way, when I can.

OK! I also got to get the parts.. And beer! ;-) On Friday our house is invaded by three friends of my 15 year daughter, coming from Norway to stay for a week. Might have to take part in a lot of "logistics", taking them around, but should hopefully be able to escape at some time. I might try and send a personal message through this forum.

Yes, guess that's probably a good idea. I see that they are available for from 50-60 USD and upwards.

Thanks for the offer! Would probably be fun. I have no truck, just a Toyota Camry and the Honda, so I will have to drive the bike to wherever.. I'm probably late now, in any case. Hope the arm works fine, as well as everything else, mechanical or otherwise. I probably try and go in the direction of Julian. Can probably be reached by text message if anyone should happen to be around; 858 - two five seven - 9559.

Thanks for your very kind offer. That sound like a great thing to me. Bring some beer, maybe sample one, have a chat with one of the local guys and get the job done! Thanks again, -norwegian2015_2016

Yes, that may be the case. I am leaving CA by the end of June, and already have a house full of stuff that I will have to sell, or give away, around that time. Therefore I'm still considering to pay to have the job done. I saw that one shop in SD mentioned an hourly price of 100 USD for labor. A trained mechanic should probably use less than one hour. Then I wonder if it's likely that a repair shop would allow me to bring parts that I bought for maybe 50 USD online, instead of letting them sell me parts that could be much more expensive, and then use those to replace the worn parts..? Or, for all I know there may be shops that provide a good deal including both the part and labor costs. My problem is that I have little or no idea about who could be recommended. I lack the local knowledge. (Had I been in Trondheim, Norway, I would definately know a lot about which motorcycle shops to go to, and which ones that anyone should avoid.. ;-) But I'm not, I'm in San Diego.. )

Yes, now I have met some among you. It was a nice place, interesting talks, and nice to meet several among you. Thanks for a good evening.

From some other introduction of a new member, I saw that somebody mentioned that a picture of the bike was mandatory. It looks more or less (probably less ;-) ) like this one: http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/honda_xl250r%2082.htm I have some problems kickstarting it, especially when the engine is not cold. I then have to jumpstart it. I might get back to this problem in a different thread.

Hi Dave I have heard a range of attempts by now, some really clever ones, and some that may not be said to be so.. Anyway, I have my norwegian accent and limitations, so I fully understand that some sounds in our language might be difficult to pronounce for people from other countries. The first two letters are usually fine. The "o" is also, some times, but maybe mor often it sound like an "u", or how you would probably pronounce the "oo" sound in for example "Snoop Dog". The last letter, the "e" is often sounding how we would say "i", and you would say "ee".. I have also heard "snore", who is the word for how I may sound in my sleep. ;-) I think most attempts seem honest and good, and appreciate the efforts, so no one should be afraid of not getting it right.. The name may refer to either of the following, according toi wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snorre . Have a nice evening! http://forvo.com/word/snorre/ Thanks. Was not aware of any such website ( http://forvo.com/ ). I will probably use it to learn pronounciations in your language.

Thanks, 350thumper and dirt dame!

If I manage to kickstart the Honda, I might.. ;-)

Thanks!

Thanks for the information. Haven't heard about Erik and Thomas earlier. Nice products, it seems.

Thanks. yes, I'm sure. I really enjoy the nature around here.

Thanks, and thanks for the information regarding the thread.

Hi Dave I have heard a range of attempts by now, some really clever ones, and some that may not be said to be so.. Anyway, I have my norwegian accent and limitations, so I fully understand that some sounds in our language might be difficult to pronounce for people from other countries. The first two letters are usually fine. The "o" is also, some times, but maybe mor often it sound like an "u", or how you would probably pronounce the "oo" sound in for example "Snoop Dog". The last letter, the "e" is often sounding how we would say "i", and you would say "ee".. I have also heard "snore", who is the word for how I may sound in my sleep. ;-) I think most attempts seem honest and good, and appreciate the efforts, so no one should be afraid of not getting it right.. The name may refer to either of the following, according toi wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snorre . Have a nice evening!