DR350 Thread

[samonthe]

Hi all since i could not find any DR350 thread so i am starting one up here, though i know there are a few left in Singapore but still do hope we can revive (buy & rebuild) this excellent bike of all time.

 

A little history of this bike, this was one of the most popular bike back in early 90's to mid 90's in Sin, it is currently still popular in some countries for dualsport, and the latest production end at 2001 E start (correct me if im wrong) but the local dealer has stop bringing in the model from year 94 to 95.

 

Back in 1996 i was riding a 93 kick start SP model, after which came the KTM250, RMX250 and the wonderful XR400 which had our local boys went crazy on. During this time the DR350 was a bit being neglected and i presume a lot of them were being scrap or exported.

 

Last edited by samonthe; 07-06-2009 at 07:22 AM..

 

03-01-2010

 

Its been 6 months since i last posted update on my thread, well i thought DR350 was rare but i was wrong. There are still quite a number of well kept DR around.

Edited January 3, 2010 by samonthe

[diddy the patient]

i used to rid one... the last shipment of the kick start.

[samonthe]

I am planning a little project for this bike, hopefully by end of the year i am ready and able to go for a week or two ride up to the north.

 

As usual for Long Distance Riding (LDR) there will be a few things we need to take care of ie; in my list are

 

1. Bigger fuel tank

2. Storage space (rack, box and luggage)

3. GPS and GPS mount

4. Wind shield should be useful for L.D.R

5. No idea at the time being maybe bro in here can give pointers and idea.....

 

Last edited by samonthe; 07-06-2009 at 07:23 AM..

 

03-01-2010

 

1. Bigger fuel tank

I have changed to IMS 15Ltr plastic fuel tank, it give me a long travel distance of 300km instead of 140km on the stock metal tank.

2. Storage space (rack, box and luggage)

As i will be travelling alone most of the time, a 45ltr top box is enough and a waterproof bag tie down on the back seat.

3. GPS and GPS mount

Using my samsung omnia work as good

4. Wind shield should be useful for L.D.R

Did not install because the speed i am travelling is not that fast...90 -100km, comfortable crusing speed

5. No idea at the time being maybe bro in here can give pointers and idea.....

Well good to have fully equip bike but still got to consider wear and tear parts which is equally important, so i changed the front & rear brake disc and brake pad, sprocket set, kick starter cos very loose, install hand guard.

Edited October 3, 2010 by samonthe

[diddy the patient]

just change to acerbis baja tank, and baja djebel headlight.

[diddy the patient]

ur, box on top can put net

[NinjaLite]

i jus bot dr650... so if u gettin a windshield , mayb we get it 2gether.. hopes d windshield is same fixture for both bikes...

 

any idea wer u going to get? LAB say no stock... motorwold say nid to order... m-tecknk dun hv

[samonthe]

i jus bot dr650... so if u gettin a windshield , mayb we get it 2gether.. hopes d windshield is same fixture for both bikes...

 

any idea wer u going to get? LAB say no stock... motorwold say nid to order... m-tecknk dun hv

 

As far as i can i am trying to fabricate one if not i will look at the other bike model shield that can mod / file / cut / saw a bit to mount onto the front. The fun of projecting work on ur bike is try to DIY as much as possible, that is y i am giving myself to the end of the year.

 

Will keep you update if i find anything suitable.

[samonthe]

ur, box on top can put net

 

I have been looking for this type of box and finally found it, square and yeah can hook my net on top the box.

[samonthe]

just change to acerbis baja tank, and baja djebel headlight.

 

 

Something like this?

 

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSCN9439.jpg

[diddy the patient]

yeah. if you want bigger also have....

[NinjaLite]

how abt Safari 42l tank?

yea, do keep mi posted....

 

for diy , wil b puttin Cig socket and HId...drop d fog lites idea areadi as heard d battery wil b drained

[samonthe]

how abt Safari 42l tank?

yea, do keep mi posted....

 

for diy , wil b puttin Cig socket and HId...drop d fog lites idea areadi as heard d battery wil b drained

 

i kinda like the cig socket idea for recharging phone and power for GPS, when do u wanna start DIY the socket? let me kno maybe i can join ur session.

 

Safari 42L tank??? Did i see the number wrong.... that is one hell of a tank Locally wer anyone selling the acerbis tank?

[meerobos123]

Hi Samonthe,

 

Any lobang pls inform me. I also looking for big tank for my dr 200. Don know where can get the BAJA headlights or Djebel headlights???

[samonthe]

Hi Samonthe,

 

Any lobang pls inform me. I also looking for big tank for my dr 200. Don know where can get the BAJA headlights or Djebel headlights???

 

I am sourcing from oversea supplier, will let u kno if i find one that is suitable.....

[samonthe]

Bought a set of acerbis rally pro hand guard last week and not time to fix, here u go process of me fixing last nite.

 

Handguard

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05663.jpg

 

Removing my old original broken blue 909 handguard

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05654.jpg

 

Broken part, screw not able to tighten

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05672.jpg

 

Realise bike slanted too much very difficult to work on so..........

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05669.jpg

 

Found out this bracket has to be sloted into the handle bar......how? Cannot be removing all handle grips and all that is on the bar........

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05665.jpg

 

So during desprado mode with very limited tools i had on hand, i tot of an idea..........

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05667.jpg

 

And manage to fix the bracket in, it is soft aluminium so no need so much strenght..........

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05666.jpg

 

By using of this clamp to close it back

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05668.jpg

 

Next i realise need to cut a hole for the end screw to be inserted......simple task use a knife and cut..........

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05664.jpg

 

Wala had it fix.........but tighten too tight hence and screw washer broke

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05680.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05678.jpg

 

So now i temporary used a hard rubber washer from a water tap.........

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05679.jpg

 

Before

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05653.jpg

 

After

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05674.jpg

 

Special thank to all who had participate in this operation...

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2/batmansam/DSC05670.jpg

[bleu]

cool 'diy' job.

wats the damage for the handguards?

[samonthe]

Updated 03-01-2010

 

I have managed to ride the DR to a few places in malaysia... pengareng, kukup, muar, kluang and cameron highland. The comfortable speed to travel is 90-100km. I would love to bring it up to thailand and beyong but i sold the bike cos i got a better offer on another bike. I am not posting new post on this thread as whoever read it read it.

 

I will probably post some updated trip on my new bike, so stay tune...

Edited January 3, 2010 by samonthe

[samonthe]

cool 'diy' job.

wats the damage for the handguards?

 

Damage for the handguard $75