Desert Rat 450

That's awsome

It will take more than 5 times. I have done it when everyone said it was impossible

To me if I'm not physically tired then i didn't ride hard enough. I'm naturally hyper/high strung, so like you i am wound up before & during.

2nd that sonobob

I use the front about 90%. The only time i use the rear is, steep down hills ''where you need to slide'' & when i need help to turn the bike @ high speed.

On long rides i run a front fender pack for tools as well. It helps w/ the weight off your lower back

I run a smoked lens as well in the Desert, helps w/ glare

I would keep the bike. Your his buddy and after she screws him over, that bike and you will be all he has. If you don't want to store it then I will, but don't get rid of it without finding him first

Ok i am going to admit trying the shout. it actually worked great!!! I have used simple green for quit awhile now & compared to shout it doesn't stand a chance I let it sit for about 5min and all the grunge from the chain lub/wax & eveything else is gone without an effort. It even removed the stain that developes from chain lube/wax on your sprocket and hub. No pressure washer just the spray from a garden hose

Next time you have bike issues, go to the Kawi. setion for help. Faster and easier

I have had my cylinders bored, replated & honed. There is a reason that they make different sized pistons for cylinders. Also being that we cannot see the damage is why we suggest going to a reputable Mech. that will do it correctly and not screw him. I agree, if he splitt the cases you just as well replace bearings and seals

It all depends on the damage to the cylinder. My last CR250 had to have a new cylinder ''welded'' but my CRF450r was able to be bored. I like replace my piston & rings once a year in my 2smokers & 4strokes whether they need it or not, rather be safe then stranded :thumbs up:

Great stuff Walt, glad to see i'm not the only one that takes a bath @ KM