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Suzuki / Re: PE250c shock length

« on: January 03, 2020, 02:35:49 pm »

Yes. Looked at every option but i will keep it simple. I am rebuilding the KYB 375mm and keep travel as per factory specs. Luckily i have sold the longer shocks to fund the rebuild.
The gentleman who bought the 400mm shocks is putting them on an RM125c. I mentioned the issues he would have but he was not concerned as he mentioned suggestions you guys have posted here.

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Suzuki / Re: PE250c shock length

« on: December 31, 2019, 08:13:09 pm »

I was going from existing shocks which are shorter to longer shocks. It is recommended that it is not ideal to do so. It is better to try and sell the longer shocks and rebuild the original ones on the bike
It has been a rookie error that got me to this.

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Suzuki / PE250c shock length

« on: December 30, 2019, 05:03:41 pm »

Hi.
I have original KYB shocks rebuilt by Rod at Rad. Problem is they are 400mm eye to eye and the ones I have on now are 375mm. I rather have 375mm as I am only 5'5 tall and I believe changes to geometry have to be done also for the forks.
 I looked at Leith's response to this issue as follows from a previous thread

"the problem will the in the chain/swing arm pivot area. the longer shocks will put too much of a angle on the swing arm and chain may rub/hit swing arm a lot more than usual and will rip through the buffer in no time. i dont recommend going this much longer. a better option would be to shorten the shocks, either by shortening shaft and or shorter lower eye, both easily done. chances are they already have too much shaft stroke for the 250 B anyway."

How is shortening done as he mentions it is easily done. Otherwise i would have to sell them. My shocks have been rebuilt to be rebuildable which is a shame to let go of as many OEM shocks are not rebuildable and they look straight outta the factory.
Thank you for any help and happy new year!

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Suzuki / Re: Suzuki PE250B

« on: December 01, 2017, 10:40:57 pm »

http://forum.ozvmx.com/index.php?topic=40919.0
Hey James
The above link is a thread for an new aftermarket petcock to suit your model. Unfortunately there is no reserve but if you would like it I can post it to you no charge.

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Suzuki / Re: Suzuki PE250B

« on: November 27, 2017, 09:11:34 pm »

Point 4 - same thing happened to my clutch with barnett plates. Just too wide by micro millimeters and returned to oem plates. I am using brintech springs but same as you, clutch is too hard so i guess stiff springs make it drag so will look for oem springs now. Thanks for bringing it up.

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Vinduro / Re: VTR Vinduro Putty Putty Road 2 Day 16th & 17th july 2017

« on: July 22, 2017, 03:53:51 pm »

Hi everyone.
First timer on any trail. Geez dont know how I got through even on the smaller loop. Not only was a wobbler but doing complete number eights on a pe250. But man it was fun still.
Thanks to all who stopped and gave me a hand or check to see all was good.

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Tech Talk / Re: Steel fuel tank repair??

« on: June 07, 2017, 09:10:11 am »

Goldstar in Mayfield i believe. Newcastle NSW.

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Suzuki / Re: RM/PE 250, 370, 400 A, B, C rear sprocket

« on: May 05, 2017, 12:06:13 am »

Geez. Then it is wise to search part numbers for aftermarket manufactuers also to ensure correct fitting and seller claims. Like i would have been snookered because of that difference.

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Suzuki / Re: RM/PE 250, 370, 400 A, B, C rear sprocket

« on: May 04, 2017, 08:58:10 pm »

Try searching JTR1786.54 . From ebay store motorcyclewreckerwa. Not sure if you would trust them on this.

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Suzuki / Re: PE 250c rear stay arm

« on: April 22, 2017, 06:43:56 am »

Bloody awesome! Bent it back on the towbar and hammered the bolt recess flat. Seems been resourceful saves money for this vintage gig.

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Suzuki / Re: PE 250c rear stay arm

« on: April 21, 2017, 06:27:57 am »

Thats very kind but i am new to any form of dirt bikes so wouldn't want to damage...i will demonstrate... changed the brake shoes on rear and left the arm off one bolt so dangling. I dropped the stand and moved the bike and hey presto arm got warped in that process. I have ridden it only once also.

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Suzuki / PE 250c rear stay arm

« on: April 20, 2017, 06:35:23 am »

Hi
Anyone with an unwanted stay arm in their arsenal. The ebay ones won't arrive before yass vinduro.
Cheers

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Tech Talk / Re: Clutch cover oil drip

« on: April 15, 2017, 07:57:27 pm »

Yep. I will clean up again and smear gasket with grease. And will place washer on offending bolt. Lesson learnt.
Thanks people.

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Tech Talk / Re: Clutch cover oil drip

« on: April 15, 2017, 06:34:45 am »

I have placed new gasket, used jb weld on the hole location sanded down to flush on the case and also tried with another clutch cover with clymers torque values. Also used tiny amount of threebond on gasket so it wouldnt move when placing cover on as i wrecked a new one at this bolt. Will pull apart again to make sure this is not happening again and cause of leak.

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Tech Talk / Clutch cover oil drip

« on: April 14, 2017, 04:07:06 pm »

I have tried everything to stop this minimal oil drip. I notice it comes from a bolt location thru the gasket between the clutch case and cover. Is there such a thing where you can infill the thread so the bolt can seal and case, cover and gasket are flush. I have already cleaned and run a blade on case and cover to ensure they are smooth.
Thanks for a leg up on this one.