350thumper 336 Posted October 17, 2022 I'm going to be riding up to the top of Coyote Mountains next weekend . Then coming back through the Badlands .. There will be some steep twisting cobbly trail, and alot of deep sand washes surrounded by sandstone canyons of ABDSP Just throwing an invite out to dezert riders that have interest . Ride starts and ends at the Ocotillo Gas Station . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted October 17, 2022 Is this dual-sport only? Would a 200XCW explode trying to keep up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 17, 2022 I think you would have alot of fun on that bike .. You are welcome to join in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted October 17, 2022 Awesome thanks, will let you know if I can make it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 22, 2022 On second thought.. you might want to find a place to ride that is closer to where you live.. it would be a long walk out of the harsh dezert when It does blow up. This route thru the Badlands is very intense and challenging terrain. You wouldn't be able to walk out of there.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1061 Posted October 22, 2022 Looking forward the rest of the story here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 22, 2022 (edited) You probly could survive out there in the dezert if you knew where to look for water and shade. Edited December 3, 2022 by 350thumper 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted October 24, 2022 I'm stuck between a DR650 and a 200XCW, sounds like a fun ride though. Would like to see more pics if ya got 'em! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted October 24, 2022 On 10/21/2022 at 5:08 PM, 350thumper said: On second thought.. you might want to find a place to ride that is closer to where you live.. it would be a long walk out of the harsh dezert when It does blow up. This route thru the Badlands is very intense and challenging terrain. You wouldn't be able to walk out of there.. JB Quick and a soda can = Ready to Race ! On 10/21/2022 at 5:08 PM, 350thumper said: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 26, 2022 (edited) On 10/24/2022 at 11:00 AM, bfar33 said: I'm stuck between a DR650 and a 200XCW, sounds like a fun ride though. Would like to see more pics if ya got 'em! If your serious about getting a ride done, bring the Dr 650 out to the desert . That bike would do great it has a low center and lots of torque plus it can get up on the highway in between riding spots.. In a couple weeks come out I'll buy you a burger and we could go explore S2. Edited December 3, 2022 by 350thumper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted October 28, 2022 Nice, appreciate the offer. I think I'll take you up on that before the year's over. I've taken bush pigs through some S2 areas and Pinyon drop before but it's been a while. Always interested to see something new. Need some fresh rear knobs to match the front, oil change and valve adjust and I'm good to go. I'll reach out... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 30, 2022 If it's been a while since you rode it, I would kinda ride closer to where youstay at for a while just in case.like into next year and get familiar with your bike more before you ride desert. Keep your eyes peeled in the whos riding section for noob rides, they are beginner friendly .. Kugs mystery ride will be noob friendly with lots of guys with tools and stuff to help you stay on an even path. The Badlands aren't really a place to try and get your bike sorted .. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted October 31, 2022 The bike is ridden fairly regularly (mostly urban hooligan assaults or short DS rides), I just haven't ridden Pinyon in a few years. This is my 4th DR650 but still has less than 4k miles on it so hasn't really proven itself just yet. Also not completely happy with the jetting after I added exhaust and did some carb/airbox work. Back to basics is always good advice, I know I could improve 1000% and still not impress anybody. I'll let you know when the bike and I aren't a liability. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 31, 2022 Ha ha not a liability , good one. The air box might need to be sealed up again because those Dr 650 need a vacuum present at the carb. It is supposed to be a restrictor box by design. My 650 was falling on its face after being opened up. I sealed up my box and put the factory pipe back on and got my midrange back..that's normally where I ride the bike. I'm glad to hear that your getting out and using it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted October 31, 2022 Probably heading that direction, I bought a Leo Vince X-3 Enduro exhaust because it was supposed to be quiet (barely louder than stock they said) but still be significantly lighter and maybe increase throttle response/power as well. Well in my opinion it's pretty much just as loud as an FMF Q2, which I think is too loud. I only care about a clean response off idle and a nice wide bottom end/mid-range. Wish I would've just left it stock, I really just wanted to drop some weight. I hate starting up loud bikes in the neighborhood. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted October 31, 2022 21 minutes ago, bfar33 said: Probably heading that direction, I bought a Leo Vince X-3 Enduro exhaust because it was supposed to be quiet (barely louder than stock they said) but still be significantly lighter and maybe increase throttle response/power as well. Well in my opinion it's pretty much just as loud as an FMF Q2, which I think is too loud. I only care about a clean response off idle and a nice wide bottom end/mid-range. Wish I would've just left it stock, I really just wanted to drop some weight. I hate starting up loud bikes in the neighborhood. The GSXR exhaust mod is what you want. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 31, 2022 I agree. A loud intake and exhaust give me a decibel head ache after a while. Plus I like to ride stealth when dual sport to evade the eco-terrorists . I paid 100 on ebay for a used factory stock exhaust, then bought a used clean air box that was factory for like 50 bucks used. I even put the paper air filament back in because it requires less maintenance and captures more fine dust. I threw away the lighter louder pipe. Best decision I ever made. Now my bike is reliable and quiet. Plus I'm not trying to Rev it out to try to get horsepower. That's important to me when climbing a steep hill or riding deep sand or technical rocky bouler stuff, I need that low end torque and mid range like you are saying.. I rarely ring out my rpms unless I'm on S1 highway and it's at 5500ft where the air is thinner , then I'm glad I use the smaller main jet. . I'm glad you are tuning your bike. Soon it will be dialed in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted October 31, 2022 (edited) https://procycle.us/model/suzuki/dr650/exhaust Halfway down the page, the GSXR mid pipe. Find a used stock GSXR exhaust can on eBay. It’s a great way to drop weight and not increase noise. Edited October 31, 2022 by tntmo 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted October 31, 2022 I know our own DR Guru Mr @TrophyHunter had a FO40 on one of his DRs. The 35F0 also works (less flow that the F040 but a couple decibels quieter allegedly). Some Hayabusa exhausts work as well. Some decibel phone readings here: https://www.thumpertalk.com/forums/topic/947404-busagsxr-exhaust-comparison-on-dr650/ https://drriders.com/dr650-best-exhaust-2018-t22883-s50.html 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted October 31, 2022 Aaaaw ,here we go . Tom and goofyfooter just cross threaded our cute little ride invite into a full on exhaust pipe thread for DR650. That's cool.im down for it if it gets us riding in the Dez Badlands quicker. Here's my set up for the Badlands. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted October 31, 2022 We haven’t even gotten into carburetor talk yet! CV or a Pumpah for these big air cooled singles!?? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted November 1, 2022 I have a couple of pumpers from a crf 450 I gonna tryout. My friends say my bike is fast enough.. but I gotta try it next time I got the carb off. I probly ride too much to need a carb rebuild soon though. These Badlands and borderlands keep me pretty busy. 😍 How many more weeks you gotta heal before throwing a leg over the saddle ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfar33 165 Posted November 1, 2022 I sold my DR #1 (on right w/ Q4) to a friend so he would ride to Cabo with me, then bought DR #2 (on left w/ GSXR exhaust) from Arnie. I agree the GSXR exhaust was perfect, but I believed some marketing materials for the Leo Vince exhaust when I got DR #4 and it didn't really pan out. DR #2 had a pumper carb and Ricor suspension, neither of which I personally cared for (I'm sure most would disagree with me). They were fantastic and were set up perfectly, I just like the bike to feel differently. I'll probably decide between going back to stock or doing the GSXR exhaust. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted November 1, 2022 Great pic of Arnie’s old bike that’s cool to see it. I think he had it pretty dialed. How’d you like that Wolfman pannier setup? @350thumper it’s a slow process I have a couple months to wait 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
