Have you put on a 16 tooth front sprocket? What are your experiences? I had to buy a new chain, did you?
@wesloughrie1
Жыл бұрын
What chain did you get? I have the 16 tooth sprocket (came with my bike from previous owner) and I'd really like to install it. Already have the TEC cam shaft
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@wesloughrie1 I got a DID brand from Japan off Amazon. Nothing fancy but matches specs. Good luck!
@wesloughrie1
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures right on, thank you
@lophloph07
11 ай бұрын
Tried a 14 and 15 tooth sprocket with tec cam, booster plug exhaust, airbox ais and evap delete. 14tooth had very good acceleration but top speed was 82mph buzzin at at7000rpm max. 15 tooth jt chain&sprocket is much better all around acceleration not as good but did 85mph at 6500rpm and will 87 to 90 maxxed. Yet to try a 16t, quite happy with the stock size. Sea level east coast usa.
@lophloph07
11 ай бұрын
Also have knobby dirt bike tires on my bike at the moment.
@edwardkaminsky8142
Жыл бұрын
Great information, Ron! I think you turned your 411 Himalayan into the new Himalayan 450. RE is pushing the Scram and Himalayan out the door with incentives to make room for the new 450 for the spring of 2024. Here in Vegas at eurocycle, the Hunter is selling. The RE area is small and very few RE bikes on the floor. Utube seems to bring the most and current information. Thank you for your honest, informative videos. The work behind the videos we may never see or comprehend. Bravo!
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Edward! The new bike will be fun from what I’ve heard. Really curious to see the pricing difference. RE is still selling at our local dealership from my last chat with the owner. Thanks for the info and affirmation!
@danielben-avraham1539
Жыл бұрын
The only thing is that the new 450 will not be a chugger like the 411Long Stroke. If it is running 40hp, then it is a short stroke which means it is a more on road design like the Vstrom. The relaxed tractoring ability will keep the 411LS a favorite for many who prefer off roading with a relaxing 8 hp at 2200 rpm. With a short stroke, you will be having under 2 hp at that 2200 rpm which means higher revs required and a less relaxing and more demanding trail experience. In engineering, everything has its price, if you want the 40 hp for the street, it will have to come off the lower end. I foresee the 411LS being a favorite amongst the older riders who would rather upgrade the engine for a little more performance and maintain the low end power that is such a big draw on the Himmy. Just watching the vid, Ron was chugging and keeping up with the kids as they were winding their engines out. That is going to be the difference between the new 450 and the old 411LS.
@aremadv
Ай бұрын
Dang a year late! But I am also in Vegas and just bought a 2023 Himalayan 411 from Eurocycle. Still no 450s yet available.
@edjones2110
Жыл бұрын
Made a trip from Alabama to the Gunnison Colorado area's , trailered to Colorado . Rode the Himalayan to st. Elmo , then up Pitkin over the pass to Tin cup . That's the roughest I put my himi through . It did great , can't say that for me the next morning though at age 65 . Went on to Wyoming , Montana riding the Himalayan . It did great , no issues . Got back to Alabama , then rode the Trail of Tears commemorative motorcycle ride . Proud of my Himalayan , off and on road travels .
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey Ed. That’s a huge trip! I haven’t gone up and around ton cup on the bike yet. That area is my favorite in the whole state though. Glad to hear that the Himy knocked it out of the park. And, trails are a great workout no doubt. Ride safe!
@JimJr1962
11 ай бұрын
Man, you guys are changing camshafts out and I wish my Himalayan would idle reliably without stalling. Keep up the good work.
@swcoloradoadventures
11 ай бұрын
Thanks! Seems like it’s a challenge with particular bikes.
@Spaxcore
9 ай бұрын
Have you switched out the relays for better ones?
@JimJr1962
9 ай бұрын
@@Spaxcore Yes, one of my first steps in troubleshooting after adjusting the TPS.
@95Civictuner
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron for sharing your honest thoughts on the upgrades. It really sounds like the direction I’d like to go as well. I do have to ride highways on my work commute and would love to bring the RPMs down slightly running 70ish. Sounds like the cam and sprocket could be a win for me as well.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! It’s pretty fun messing around and trying to find the perfect combination. Mostly, I’m answering my own questions and just assume others have them too. I appreciate the affirmation. Thanks!
@mike-the-bike.
Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video very helpful indeed, I’m very envious of your mountain scenery to ride and explore. I have a 24 plate Himmy in rock red / black same as yours - best colour I think.
@syedenhammydude6196
Жыл бұрын
what an absolutely stunning landscape and cool trail! and nice job for a non-dirt bike rider. I've got the tec cam too and i've been holding off on the 16T because i was worried that it might make it too weak on 2nd but it seems you did fine. well done
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Too true. It’s amazing out here. If you ride a lot of dirt take a look at the next few videos. I went back to 15 after one fail tip over. Then I had another fail spin out after 4 tries on a high mountain trail. Now, I’m gonna try 14. But, I primarily ride trails. So, there’s more to the story if interested. Thanks a lot and stay safe out there!
@ghostmoto1
7 ай бұрын
Great video! A big bore kit is just not in the cards for me, so I love to hear about modifications I can make (e.g. 16 tooth sprocket/chain, tec camshaft, air intake/exhaust, booster plug) to increase performance that are relatively lower cost. I appreciate your content. Please keep up the great work, brother!
@swcoloradoadventures
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for that! Hope it helps. It’s fun to mess around and squeeze a bit here and there for sure. Good luck!
@raxideezxxx8752
9 ай бұрын
I enjoy your videos. That's my old stomping ground. I noticed Sleeping Ute, I believe. Makes me homesick.
@swcoloradoadventures
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! You’re exactly right. Thanks!
@misAdventuresonGenie-uw8bu
7 ай бұрын
Just remember that the odometer on the Himmy is likely to be highly inaccurate (known issue). But, you're comparing an inaccurate from before the 16-tooth to an inaccurate after the 16-tooth, so assuming that the inaccurate is fairly consistent, the bike's performance has definitely made progress! I'm about to put a 16-tooth on mine as well. Ride safe!
@swcoloradoadventures
7 ай бұрын
Will do! Thanks. I have a 14 tooth on currently. As soon as the snow clears, I’m gonna hit some steep trails and see the difference. Admittedly it’s all based on the buttometer. 😂
@LincolnRandall-vy9nl
7 ай бұрын
All speedometers are inaccurate for reason. Law. So all.manufactures will usually make the speed read faster than you are actually travelling. This woukdnt be an issue specific to Himalayans.
@rogerhilbig3423
Жыл бұрын
Great analysis. I have the 14 tooth with a stock cam and the fuelx pro. Your report gives me good information and I guess one needs to ride back to back with each setup on the same road/trail to see the difference and choose which setup best suits their riding style.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey Roger! Yes. That is for sure. I was curious about being able to downshift and hit it just right and it seems to have worked. And there was no perceptible loss on the trails so far. I’m planning on some steeper ohv trails tomorrow as long as they’re not still snowed in. Yesterday I rode up a pretty steep loose big rock hill that I was worried about from the bottom. But, I hit that gas and the bike smashed it. Good news is it’s a pretty simple change either direction. Little more so with changing the chain since I needed one more link to make it happen. Thanks!
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
FYI, Roger. I just went up a trail that even the 15 tooth sprocket could not handle and had to turn back. Steep hairpin turn and could get no momentum. Now that everything is opening, It is the first real opportunity for the higher more rugged trails. I ordered a 14 tooth sprocket. So, your perceptions are very likely accurate. Thanks again!
@rogerhilbig3423
Жыл бұрын
FYI I can comfortably run 60-65 and can climb most passes 55-60 so I’m ok with that as a top speed. So far I haven’t found a climb that I ran out of power. I’m currently at Revzilla adventure fest in Sturgis SD for the next few days and brought the DR650.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@rogerhilbig3423 nice! That was my guess for top speed. Same that I got going up a couple of passes last week as well just in 4 th. Now, to get up the trails! I appreciate your perspective. Have fun up there!
@jamespegram8843
Жыл бұрын
I fitted 1 tooth extra on my Himalayan as I mostly ride it on the road it's my daily ride to work bike it will sit comfortably at 70mph , it's just over 2 years old now with 14k miles , the only problems I have had are the feeble rear rack cracked, ( welded it up with some bracing) and at the end of its second winter the rear brake master cylinder seized. Other than that I would recommend the Himalayan, my weekend toy 650 continental gt will leave it for dead in a straight line, but down bumpy British back roads the himi out handles it no question. 🇬🇧🇬🇧👍
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey James! Thanks for the comments. You’ve certainly had a lot of time on it. I do like the relaxed nature of the extra tooth. I did get into some hairy OHV roads that may make me have two setups. The continental was what I was originally going to get but I decided the trails we’re gonna be more fun. Thanks!
@jamespegram8843
Жыл бұрын
The royal Enfield 650 twin is a really good engine. But the Himalayan just ticks all the boxes for me. Since I got my license in 1980 I've owned 7 cars and 59 bikes, the himi is definitely in the top 5..👍🇬🇧
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@chrisfrantz2674 Hey Chris! Yes I did both. But I closer to 220. For what you ride I think it would be worth a shot. You’ll probably end up needing a sprocket and a chain of your swingarm axle is mostly forward. There won’t be enough room to adjust with a larger sprocket. 20ish for cam, 80 ish for chain for the change. All this depends on how steep the hills really are you regularly ride. Kinda subjective. Sounds like a great possibility for you though. Good luck out there!
@ScooterintheSticks
Жыл бұрын
"I can't go anywhere around here without needing to go 65." That's a refrain I hear often from motorcycle riders around here. I always find myself questioning the term "needing" and think it more aptly should be "wanting." I understand wanting. But not needing. Yesterday I had to take my 149cc Vespa in for the PA Safety Inspection. It required riding in the rain on a road with a 55mph speed limit where most of the traffic was moving at 65. My little Vespa could manage 55 on the flat and would drop to 50 on the inclines. I didn't want to go faster and I didn't need to go faster because I would just pull over and let the cars and trucks pass when necessary. But I know most riders don't want to do that. With the Himalayan I can easily track along at 65 so it's not an issue on those kinds of two-lane roads. But on the Interstate highways, I80 and I99 the speed limit is 70 with most traffic moving faster. I will run the Himalayan at 70 and just let the traffic flow around me. Or find a common carrier tractor-trailer rig that the company has them locked at 65 and follow them. The stock Himalayan is workable on any highway dependent on my willingness to adapt myself rather than modify the motorcycle. For me, if I was concerned about necessary higher speed performance I would have bought a Kawasaki KLR 650 or a BMW F650 GS. Similar weight and performance to the Himalayan but much more capable at higher speeds. But I bought the Himalayan specifically for it's diminished power and speed so for me it's not something I want to "fix" or focus on power where I "need" it. It was interesting to listen to your descriptions of the changes and how it affected the ride. And I would imagine some regular riding on the dirt bike track would increase skill levels a lot. Thanks for sharing it all. I enjoyed watching.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey Steve! Thanks for the thoughts. The biggest challenge is in two parts. One, I live in the mountains. My initial impression of the bike was that the 65 speed would be a non-issue, but I was a bit off. Maybe I just need to lose weight to Itchy Boots level. The real reason I want it is to simply not be another reason for locals to have to slow down or pass. We get so much tourist traffic in RVs and folks not accustomed to driving in the mountains, it can be a frustration for people just going to work. Now, that does present the great point you made about simply following slower traffic. There are plenty of options for that. So, the perceived need is diminished. I don't want to go fast, but I don't want to be a hindrance either. I remember reading the motorcycle handbook many years ago (30+). One of the big points I took away from it was for motorcycle defensive driving. It said stay in front of traffic to mitigate getting boxed in. Sure doesn't mean be crazy, just give yourself more options. And for dirt. I am enjoying the time out on the track. Just like any ride on rough terrain, I am always more comfortable on the way back. The theory is, given enough practice, I can have the same confidence and relaxed state starting a ride. Its a theory. Thanks for the good stuff. I really appreciate your perspective and easy going approach.
@christophercawdrey4733
Жыл бұрын
The I80 pops up to 80mph across most of Wyoming. A smidge of extra power sort of sits right in between 'need' and 'want' at those speeds IMO as I can't really pull over to let trucks pass and they're almost exclusively traveling faster than the posted speed limit. To your point however I typically have my gps app take me down backroads instead of on the interstate where possible as I don't 'need' to get on the freeway. I could also purchase a different bike but the Himalayan, to me, feels like it's *almost* there at stock.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@christophercawdrey4733 totally agree! It really just depends on where you take it. My guess is there may be a "bit" of wind to contend with in Wyoming as well. Just a rumor though😂🌬
@christophercawdrey4733
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures hah, we get a tad bit indeed. You get more snow though! Just subscribed. Cool channel you've got here. When you putting a ski and track on the himi for winter riding? :)
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@christophercawdrey4733 you are funny! However, I was thinking about rigging up some old x country skis I have. Just for funsies. Hope the winter is not as long this next year though.
@djsbriscoe
11 ай бұрын
How did you modify the chain length when fitting the 16 tooth sprocket? The OEM chain is 110 links. Did you ADD 1 link or did you fit a 111 link chain (if such a length is available). I dont want to elongate the swing arm slot. Thanks.
@swcoloradoadventures
11 ай бұрын
Oh my. Sorry I missed this. I had to buy a new chain. There are a lot of variables that make it unwise to add a link. I had to cut one or two off of a longer one. Thanks
@lipsee100
Жыл бұрын
Hi Ron ,, I have the tec cam and the Hitchcocks 465cc Big bore(plus the 16T) on my bike.. With the 16T I do not have much joy off road,,I find the 2nd gear too high and 1st too low ,,I feel the 15T is much better off road...That said,, for my style of riding the 16T plus the cam and BB kit make my Himalayan a great low reving back road bike (or ADV bike) .The way I ride is kindof old style.. The tec cam allows you to have plenty of power over 5000revs,but I very seldom go over 5000 ,I mainly keep the revs between 3/4000 which s where the torque is the strongest..Its a long stroke motor so its best to keep the revs low,,, In hilly country I never over rev ,I like to take a run at hills and on the slope I open the throttle to the max without changing down relying on the torque to pull you up instead of more revs .. My bike has the YSS front and back which makes for a better RIDE ! I cruise the back roads at 50/60mph .. I,m in the UK ,,so we do,nt have much chance to go off road,,,but have lots of small lanes ,,I just love this bike... I toying with ideas for the exhaust,,I do not want something noisy ,but I would like something to allow the engine to breath better,, I am thinking of cutting out the CAT!! Have you done that? regards
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hello there! Thanks for watching. I agree with you on the sprocket choices overall. I just hit a high mountain trail that even the 15 tooth couldn’t get me up. I ordered a 14. We’ll see. I got the delkevic exhaust personally. I really love the sound and it is freer flowing and much much lighter. I did a few vids on that as well. I haven’t removed the cat, but delkevic offers a full header exhaust. I would probably go that route. I was in London last summer and loved it along with the countryside on the way to Paris and then Rome. Can’t wait to get back there and ride in the UK this next time. There was no rain when we were there. Good luck with the mods. I am curious if you notice a difference with no cat, so report back. Thanks!
@lipsee100
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures Hi ,,J you holiday in London,,oh my lord,,I hate the place,,worked in (shit city ) for 12 years until I retired last year..REgarding the exhaust ,,I forgot about the Delkevic down pipe ,,I may get one ,and keep the stock end can,,,I just watched the seat review, and have to say I find the stock more comfy now I have fitted bar rasiers,,sitting while riding is so comfy for me,,but have to agree getting out the seat to stand is abit of an effort..Another job I did was fitting taper roller bearing at the head stock ,its improved the steering alot...Before I go just have to say "Do you know how lucky you are" you have so much country to ride though,,,Here in my part of the country(Lincolnshire) off road we have about 3 miles..thats it!!! we are banned ,if you are caught off road in the wrong area your bike can be crushed... Have a nice day
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@lipsee100 haha! It is a big city for sure. I grew up in Dallas and never want to go back. The head bearings are next. The rocks are wearing it out for sure. I’ll keep sending videos of the wide open spaces. Thanks!
@benjaminjwood1616
Ай бұрын
I cut the coat put and it picks up far quicker.. tec ,airbox opened , 411cc..would recommend doing this.
@MauriceTarantulas
Жыл бұрын
4th gear and 65? Wow. Am usually changing into 5th at around 45/50 on my Himmy but its a new one. (1000 miles). Just got a sidestand extender from Hitchcocks. P.s my only gripe with my Himmy has been its chugs a bit in second doing slow corners so have had to use a bit of throttle but has gotten a bit better at 1000 miles ish.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hello there. With the 16 tooth sprocket it works. If you ride toughish trails, I would keep the 15. Currently testing a 14 tooth for those tougher trails while getting over an injury. Thanks!
@MauriceTarantulas
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures At the moment more roads as need to get some extras for bike plus somw adv boots..(hand guards and an engine guard enough I think)
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@MauriceTarantulas all that is important for sure!
@Zippytie
5 ай бұрын
Hi , I have fitted the Tec cam , !6 tooth front sprocket , AND , changed the rear sprocket from 38 to 36 tooth ,(this also means you dont need a new chain ) really has improved the bike , better pull , better get up and go , more relaxed top end , love it ,
@swcoloradoadventures
5 ай бұрын
Hey Nigel! That’s a great combination. Thanks for sharing another way to make the whole thing work. Be safe out there!
@markhedinger2860
Жыл бұрын
Interesting! I am in CO as well and recently installed the TEC cam for the same hills, but also winds. I kept the 15t to get maximum acceleration into those winds but your test ride has me thinking about jumping up to the 16t. Quick question: how have your valve adjusts been post-install? I have had to go back a couple times and tighten the tappets since breaking in the cam. It initially had a very “ticky” noise to it. Wanted to know if you observed the same.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey Mark. Yes, I adjusted the valves after the install. I also just changed the oil and checked everything again. All good after a week. The nice thing about the sprocket is that it’s easy to change back if it’s not quite what you want. The sprocket was $25 and the chain was $80. Good luck with it. Thanks!
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
And, the valves were way off after running in the cam.
@markhedinger2860
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures thanks much!
@Dave-in-France
Жыл бұрын
Hi there, can I ask a question? How many miles has your Himi done - I'm guessing it's a pretty new bike to you ? My 2022 euro 5 Himi has now got 8000 kms on the clock and I've found that the std engine pulls so much better (than when she was first brand new) on and off road. So I'm expecting great things from a TEC camshaft and 16t front sprocket when I fit them.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
I’m over 2k miles currently.
@Dave-in-France
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures You will almost certainly find that as the mileage increases the Himi will perform better and better. Just make sure you give her a goodly amount of throttle and oil changes in equal amounts.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@Dave-in-France thanks for that. I’ll be looking forward to it. Thanks!
@turningwheels2584
Жыл бұрын
I can verify this, I've had mine for 5 years now, 15k miles (24k km) and she runs better now than ever. The stalling has long gone, the engine is nice and loose, gear changes are smooth as always, she sits at 75 all day long which i hate to do of course. All i can say 5 years on it's all good, all stock and i wish to change absolutely nothing! Heck i don't even stick to plan with the valves as they haven't moved since the 6k service!
@KidKolibri
Жыл бұрын
How'd and where did you get the camshaft?!
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey Kid! I listed it in the video description for the video where I reviewed it. It’s a Tec Bike Parts camshaft. They don’t bill direct to the US if that’s where you are located. You have to email info from the site and put your email in the “email when available” if not in stock. When you get the in stock email, you have to email them and they will send a manual invoice and PayPal link to pay. Good luck with it! Ride safe
@KidKolibri
Жыл бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures Thank you so much!
@bswear77
7 ай бұрын
What size chain link did you order?
@swcoloradoadventures
7 ай бұрын
I went ahead and bought the whole chain from Amazon; 525/120. I couldn’t find a link to add specifically and most folks recommended against trying to fit one to a chain you already have. Hope that helps!
@bswear77
7 ай бұрын
That's the one I ordered off your link. 120 is too long so am wondering how many links you removed?@@swcoloradoadventures
@swcoloradoadventures
7 ай бұрын
@@bswear77 you are correct. Can’t remember off the top of my head. I’d have to go watch that video where I changed the chain. It ended up being only one longer than oem though.
@chrisfrantz2674
Ай бұрын
Hey man, I recently fitted the Tec cam on my Scram and am finding it's got excessive tappet noise. I was trying to listen to your bike but it's hard to tell. Does your Himmy have the loud ticking sound after the cam install? Mine seemed noisy to begin with and moreso after the cam.
@swcoloradoadventures
Ай бұрын
I believe mine are about the same. I definitely adjusted them after and made sure the setting was as tight as it could be.
@danielben-avraham1539
4 ай бұрын
Interesting, where did you purchase the cam? Neither the USA nor the UK answer my emails. I got one email from the UK telling me to send my credit card info and address and when I asked them about shipping with UPS all I got was silence. Seems gone are the days of real customer service and talking with real human beings over the phone. I guess they figure my way or the highway. Then these companies wonder why everyone is going to Amazon for everything.
@swcoloradoadventures
4 ай бұрын
It was Hitchcock’s UK. I signed up for the waiting list at the time and got an email back. Then I emailed to buy, they sent over an invoice and I paid with PayPal direct. I can’t remember how it was shipped. That was a year and a half ago though. No telling the situation now. Wish I had a better answer. Thanks. Good luck!
@wesloughrie1
Жыл бұрын
How fast can you go in 5th with the 16 tooth with the tec cam shaft?
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hello there! I can still only get it to 80 ish if it’s perfect conditions. But, that’s a not light guy in the mountains. There is no flat anywhere. “Results may vary”😉
@mysterybiker1717
Жыл бұрын
I agree, fitted tec cam and 16T to my himmy and changes it from being a bit frustrating to something you can live with.
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Right on! Totally agrees
@nicholaslegan1339
5 ай бұрын
@@swcoloradoadventures Can I ask where you purchased the cam? Tec doesn't list it on their USA site.
@swcoloradoadventures
5 ай бұрын
@@nicholaslegan1339 hey Nicholas! I had to email the customer service address in the UK. Then, they manually invoiced me and I paid with PayPal. They then shipped it to me. But of a round about way, but it worked. At the time I had to wait for them to have some available as well. Thanks!
@reddeserted13
Ай бұрын
I went to a 14T and a 190 rear tire. Works for me on and off road, especially tractoring up steep hills.
@swcoloradoadventures
Ай бұрын
Sounds like a great setup!
@MichaelWhite-cx4ho
Жыл бұрын
Hey Ron! I saw this tec cam video with comments on the 16 tooth sprocket and your mods video from 2 weeks ago. Great stuff! Your bike looks great! The work on the front "mini panniers/crash guards/light mounts" etc must have been a real puzzle, but well worth the time in terms of having your headlight turn in the direction of your input at the handle bars. I've never liked that overbuilt, immobile headstock setup, especially on an off-road, adventure, dualsport bike. Makes it much harder to navigate safely, especially in low light conditions. I mounted two high power LED accessory lights to account for that deficiency. The handguards look awesome and will definitely deliver if and when needed. May I ask, did you use a particular metal polish on the aluminum mini shields along with your buffer? Regardless, they look great and smart plan way back when ordering the Delkevic slip on in deciding you were going to keep the header pipe, in part, because of the shields. Boot melt is no fun, and neither is having to reinstall the stock cats when failing an inspection. I will definitely be following your lead with the 16 tooth sprocket, tec cam, air filter upgrade, and Delkevic slip on, and then that will be it for me, at least for this season! Thanks again for pioneering a lot of this stuff for more hesitant "adventurers" like me! Happy Trails!
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, I used a 1.5 hp buffer I bought for making a guitar. The guitar is still in the box waiting to be carved and assembled, but the buffer is great. I used a compound that comes in a stick for like modeling clay. Its on amazon. I bet a regular buffer would work for aluminum, but not 100% sure. Thanks again!
@GhostOfTheAngels
Жыл бұрын
Hey SW! Could you tell me the name of that trail? I'm pretty sure I took a picture of that vista back in 2016 and it was one of the most beautiful sights I've seen (never saw a mountain in person before then) and ever since I've been beating myself up for not getting the name of that area. I think it's outside Boulder?
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
Hello Hazon! It’s a trail in SW Colorado between the towns of Mancos and Dolores, Co. Haycamp Point is the road. We’re pretty far from Boulder, but mountains are mountains. A lot looks the same when you’re in the middle of them for sure. This part of the state is a lot less populated which I like. Once I get this stuff ridden down here, I’m gonna move north toward that area hitting trails in between. But honestly, there are so many trails to discover down here I’m not even sure how long it will take. Tough dilemma right? I’m gonna try and find some old mines today. Stay tuned! Thanks for the comments!
@GhostOfTheAngels
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@@swcoloradoadventures Thanks so much man! I had a feeling it was a different range after checking out the pic again but beautiful nonetheless haha. Hoping to take another trip out there and rent a bike this time so I'm adding trails to the list. I'd bet CO has enough trails to keep anyone busy for their whole life lmao. Safe travels! Get out and explore!
@swcoloradoadventures
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Absolutely!
@Onrust123
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any changes in fuel consumption??
@swcoloradoadventures
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It’s up and down. But, that’s because I’m riding on roads and trails from what it seems. When I was running in the cam had 16 tooth on for most of it so I could go faster while staying under the max rpm. During that time, I ran 73 mpg avg. Since then, however, I’ve been hitting the trails hard and testing out performance. So, it’s a bit harder than I would normally ride day to day. Last checkpoint was 64 mpg. Previous to all the changes I was averaging around 70 mpg. So much depends on what I’m riding it seems. It would go down every time I did more off road. That’s not a super precise answer, but I hope it helps explain what I’m getting. It would be much easier to tell if I had a regular commute. Just installed the PT ECU and am playing with the maps. My guess is the next check will be under the 64 because I am adding more fuel to the mix and advancing the timing. We’ll see what that actually looks like. Thanks!
@Onrust123
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@@swcoloradoadventures I'm now on 74,5 mpg (US) average over 2400 miles commuting and last tank was even 80 mpg US. Would be important for me to keep this good milage up because the fuelprices are up to 1,80€/litre (7,45USD/gallon) now here in the Netherlands. greeting and keep up the good work Peter Prins
@Onrust123
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I have a more breathing exhaust and I opened up the airbox ( standard airfilter though)
@swcoloradoadventures
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@@Onrust123 I can totally see how that is super important for you. Interesting mix of variables weighing on fuel costs… I really can’t imagine going down as a result of the sprocket at all. The cam possibly a bit. But, seems like the two may offset. The cam is much more difficult to test out on a whim though. Thanks, Peter!
@swcoloradoadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@Onrust123 I did that as well. delkevic exhaust, open air box and k&n filter. Small incremental movements with just about anything. Riding hard seems to be the most damning situation on economy. More testing to come. Thanks!
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