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@scottevans8489 Күн бұрын
I see that you are also from Arizona, I'm in Goodyear. I have a 2024 DR650 that I have done some mods to, love the bike. One of the mods I did was installed a pair of valve covers with cooling fins on them to help keep the top of the motor cool, they are from Shotcraft.
@adrianschulz5839 9 күн бұрын
Thanks mate, great vid and great diagram. And how do people even work in a garage without a potty mouth?
@pilotdane1 9 күн бұрын
Thanks so much !!! - Ya, I'm pretty good at that haha - Just got back from riding, That thing still works awesome !!!! Cheers !!!
@joshuapeters2764 29 күн бұрын
Does you buddy scooby live in Michigan too?
@Coolbreeze72 Ай бұрын
I can dig it! Rush, sarcasm, DR650. Right on man!
@pilotdane1 Ай бұрын
DUDE !!!! - Thank you so very much !!! Usually I get my ass chewed LOL - Although this video is 7 years old "according to YT" - still got 'er and am hoping to go on about a 4 to 5 hour ride tomorrow - Cheers Mate !!! - and thanks so much for watchin... I Love your handle - I use it all the time !!!! Take care "COOLBREEZE" !!!!
@Coolbreeze72 Ай бұрын
@pilotdane1 Right on man. You are welcome. I'm going to ride mine tomorrow morning. I am grateful to live in North Florida. I get to ride my DR damn near every day.
@pilotdane1 Ай бұрын
@@Coolbreeze72 Glendale, AZ - essentially Phoenix - so same here !!!!
@Coolbreeze72 Ай бұрын
@pilotdane1 Right on man!
@jeffhollis5438 Ай бұрын
Only 3.9 rating on Amazon and sold out, so I'm trying the Marchway Highback chair for $44. It has a 4.5 rating and mine will arrive tomorrow.
@pilotdane1 Ай бұрын
Awesome !!!! Thanks for watching !!!!
@michaelhefford6420 Ай бұрын
With everything in line like you have it, you only need a very small movement in the chain, there’s no need to be any more slack than that at that point, there’s no need to be. It’ll be way too slack on the side stand if you set it to 1-1.2” there
@cjohn8440 Ай бұрын
Helpful video. Thanks. How did you wire it to the speedo light? Did you put a fuse on it? I’m all thumbs with electrical stuff. Thanks
@pilotdane1 Ай бұрын
No fuse - that's a simple "+ / -" connection. You can't screw it up. Too many years ago - But probably clipped off the light. Split the wires, then "stripped" off the plastic ( maybe 1/2 an inch, them connected them to the Trail Tech with a "crimp" type connector - and then "shrink wrapped" it with the black tubing... Super simple !!!! - I may have filmed it, but the video was long enough !!! - Too long actually, but thanks for watching. FWIW - mine still works flawlessly to this day !!!! - Make sure you put "shrink wrap tubing" on before you connect it & crimp it - then slide it into place and hit it with a match or a lighter - only takes a few seconds - and it's water proof !!!! Cheers Mate !!!
@tejaykeyo8479 Ай бұрын
Nice vid. Honest and entertaining. 👍
@pilotdane1 Ай бұрын
Thank you very much !!! Usually I get my ass chewed haha... As soon as I get a new GoPro I'll be posting again, But thanks for watching.... Cheers !!!!
@anthonya7066 2 ай бұрын
I have been running the FFRC shock upgrade and front drop in cartridges for about 18 months now, it is a totally different bike on and off-road. I can't recommend it more highly.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
Anthony - Than you so much for watching !!! I am just finding out what you already know... I have spent about 3 hours on the road, and only about 2 hours off road - in the desert. Mainly because of the heat. That said, and I know you'll know what I'm talking about, the bike is simply much more stable and secure - and front end "dive" is nothing compared to the stock suspension. I (personally) find myself riding faster than normal because it's not so "squishy" - more "solid"... I only spent about 2 hours in the desert this last Saturday, and not too terrible stuff, but rocks, sand, washboards, etc. - totally different bike.... it just wants to bite / hold the road - no matter what you are riding on !!!! - Sorry for the "long winded" reply - But I appreciate you man - and please feel free to contact me any time !!!!
@anthonya7066 2 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 agree mate, I found I was riding 15-20km per hour faster off-road and didn't realise until I looked down and saw the speedo.
@campland2880 2 ай бұрын
Great job bud. . .that was awesome!
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
If not "sarcasm" - worked great until the end, when I peeled off my decal... Either way, Thanks for watching !!!
@campland2880 2 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 Yeah, that was a bummer, but you did a great job trying. . .and the dent came out! Maybe a little more conservative on the pace of the pulling next time, and it may not pull paint. We all learned from it ;-)
@verbalwidget7267 2 ай бұрын
Damn! I should have kept that one.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
haha - I haven't seen the new one.... "YET" - But I'll have to rewatch this cuz my memory sucks !!! haha
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
DUDE - This bike was just beautiful !!!! - Fun video too haha
@verbalwidget7267 2 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 yes it was live and learn. New V650 is nice and tight, I’ll head out tomorrow about 3am trying to miss the worst of the heat. Looking forward to hooking up with the YT superstars like yourself. Hoping DOC can swing it. Going to try to get a quick video out today as I cool down. Bike showed 113 on a test ride I did.
@verbalwidget7267 2 ай бұрын
Always a true professional at everything you do. Fantastic job OW and thank you for sharing to others that it is not black magic mojo voodoo. Its nuts and bolts and follow procedure. U da MAN as always. Great job brother Dane.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Dave - Can't hold a candle to you my brother - But if I can do it - anyone can !!!!!
@swedishrick377 2 ай бұрын
OBI!!!! Excellent tutorial video bro and always enjoy your honest commentary. You da man!!!
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
"AIRTIME" !!!!!! - Thanks Rick - wrapped it up last weekend... Totally different bike. Only about an hour & a half on the road... Hoping to get to the desert this weekend, and really give 'r a go.... If it's not freakin 120° haha - 1000% stiffer !!!! - Same stock springs front & rear - FFRC Plex Valves in the front - and of course, all new oil..... 5WT BTW.... DO not go to 10WT !!!!!
@swedishrick377 2 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 man if it's one thing the bush pig needs is stiffer suspension!!! Nice job getting her done, for the advice and looking forward to hearing the feedback after your desert ride. Be safe out there in the scorching heat bro!! I'm finally taking out the DR this weekend after months of no off-roading thanks to the heat. I can't wait!!!
@jonwoodworker 2 ай бұрын
Dino is the Bob Villa of the DR650. Nice video OBI-Dane. If one can afford it, Cogent Dynamics is the way to go..USA Made by USA citizens and transforms the DR's suspension.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
Hi Jon - That's what DOC 650 did - he got an awesome package / setup from them. My DR Brother "Scoob" - got all the stuff we needed for both our DR's - and it was less than 500 bucks... we did the front too, but there are plenty of video's on that... Cheers !!!
@doc650adventures 2 ай бұрын
Excellent video! Great information on how to make it work. I know you’re going to love the performance increase!
@ParallelCamper 2 ай бұрын
I think it's time for Dane to get another camera and show us his enhanced performance. I'm missing his videos.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
Thanks DOC - Can't wait to get out in the desert, as soon as it cools down a little 🙂
@JarrodLeis-ep3se 2 ай бұрын
It’s been a couple of years since I put the FFRC shock piston in mine but I don’t remember having any trouble getting the main nut back on flush. Maybe I just went ahead and got rid of those three thin washers. To refill the shock bladder I just made a homemade fitting to adapt the syringe needle to my high pressure bicycle pump. Not sure if you put a stiffer rear spring on yours in the past but for a guy your size I would recommend going back to the stock spring with the new valving. I weigh 230lbs and it’s plenty stiff with 7.5 rear spring that is only slightly stiffer than stock. Same goes for the front springs if you bought their valves for the forks as well.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
Dude, that's awesome - and I bought a syringe kit with the schrader valve just in case - but as you can see, I also ordered the older style reservoir cap with the valve. I have the stock springs front & rear and it's a 1000% stiffer - I personally can't see needing the heavier springs - But someone better than me - might. And ya, we did front and rear !!!! - Totally different bike !!!!
@verbalwidget7267 2 ай бұрын
Good explanation OBI-WAN, you got this thing dialed! I'm excited to hear a ride report on the mightiest DR650 and rider around.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
THE MIGHTY VERBAL WIDGET !!! - you are funny !!! - Took an hour ride yesterday - in town... 1000% stiffer - totally different bike. Can't wait to get out in the desert - once it cools down a little 🙂 Cheers !!!
@ParallelCamper 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Dane! Great explanation. I hope all is well with you and the heat isn't too oppressive.
@verbalwidget7267 2 ай бұрын
It actually looked like a monsoon storm was coming in late afternoon today, but it fizzled out, thankfully it provided cloud cover and a cooler breeze. Old man Widget was stumbling around in the garage tinkering on a Vstrom.
@ParallelCamper 2 ай бұрын
@@verbalwidget7267 Still over 100 here and we have the Line Fire burning and being reported at 17,000 acres this morning. Was 7000 yesterday afternoon. This is near to me but not threatening my safety. I ride the roads that are the perimeter of the fire regularly. I hope your new V-Strom is coming together nicely and you are ready for a nice long tour soon.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
ROB !!!! - Thank you very much. Totally different feel. I did the front and rear with FFRC stuff, new oil, etc. Thanks for watching
@CalvinBradley 2 ай бұрын
OBI! Now that you are a professional, you can help me when I need to do that. 😊 Only 2000 miles one way. Good to see you doing some videos.
@pilotdane1 2 ай бұрын
CALVIN !!!! Glad to hear from you. I will help any way that I can. Watch the previous video too, Especially the links !!!! These are just little bits an pieces that may help someone... Cheers Mate !!! My GoPro broke at least 6 months ago, and I have not replaced it yet.... so huge lack of riding videos...
@verbalwidget7267 3 ай бұрын
Very nice OBI-WAN , shocks seem like voodoo magic but it’s very straight forward. AEO powersports refills shocks near you if you don’t already have someone. Great to see you on TV again. 🎉
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
VW !!!! - Ride Now also will shoot it - only 40 bucks... I'm cool with that 🙂
@doc650adventures 3 ай бұрын
Excellent! Great tips on rebuilding your shock! Hoping to see more of the rebuild!
@verbalwidget7267 3 ай бұрын
DOC650!!
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
Thanks DOC - Sorry for the delay - busy as hell !!!
@randomlyTrees 3 ай бұрын
Adding to the list of things I need when I grow up: a decent vice Good stuff, Obi-Wan!
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
Andrew !!!! - Thanks man - Lots of video's on it - but just some additional thoughts & tips where I got stuck 🙂
@TurboTed1971 3 ай бұрын
FNA!!!! Wise you are Obi-Wan!
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
TURBO TED !!!!! FNA !!!!
@hegemonictrader45 3 ай бұрын
Heeee’s back!!! Good stuff 👍🏼 😎
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
MARIO !!!!! - Thanks bro - sorry for the delay... Trying to get it back together. Parts finally arrived from Australia 🙂
@OneOldManRiding 3 ай бұрын
Awesome Obi-Wan! - Frank
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
FRANK !!! - Thanks for watching - my (entire) KZbin involvement has been minimal at best. Watching, creating, and commenting are at an all time low right now. Just my new job, sitting at a computer all day. Cheers Mate.... + my GoPro broke about 6 months ago, and simply can't afford to replace it just yet.... In time though 🙂
@swedishrick377 3 ай бұрын
OBI!!!! Nice work and great vid bro!!! I don't have to do mine yet but when I do I'll make sure to ship it over to you 😁
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
AIR TIME RICK THE STUD !!!! - Thanks man - and it's not that bad actually. So many good video's out there (some linked below) but hell, If I can do it - anybody can - I just got handy man tools haha... Cheers Mate !!!
@spaztech 3 ай бұрын
FNA! Getting it done, even in the blazing heat of Mordor. 🔥 👊🏽🍺
@swedishrick377 3 ай бұрын
😂
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
SPAZTECH !!!!! - Haha - and thanks for watching... I should have put a message at the beginning - "NO RIDING OR CAMPING" 🙂
@JarrodLeis-ep3se 3 ай бұрын
Good to see you back Obi - Wan. I did my shock a couple of years ago when I got my new FFRC piston assembly for the rear shock. When I did mine I just let the nitrogen out with a syringe needle and then I made a custom adapter to go from the syringe needle to a schrader valve. Then I pumped the bladder back up to 165psi with a bicycle suspension pump after the shock was reassembled. The whole job was under $300 and it totally transformed the shock.
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much... I ordered the syringe / schrader valve combo deal - but it just got here today. My DR650 Brother "SCOOB" gave me the thoughts on the "C" Clamp - and I thought I would try it. - Maybe it can help someone.... Never, ever saw that in a video HAHA 🙂 And I got ya - Scoob & I are doing both the front & the rear at the same time - Under 500 bucks for both !!!
@PurpleOnThree 3 ай бұрын
Dane ... This is some good stuff! And only 110 degrees😅. I think it's great that you decided to tackle this job. I didn't think I'll be rebuilding shocks any time soon but still interesting to watch. 🤗👌💜
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
JODY & TommyG !!!!! - Definitely not Spyder material - but thanks for watching. Just some tips & tricks that may end up helping someone else 🙂 Cheers !!!!
@PurpleOnThree 3 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 Well, you just never know!!
@pacopetepnw3434 3 ай бұрын
Nice work. Are you upgrading anything, such as the spring? 🍻
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
"PACOPETE" !!!! - Nice to hear from you !!! - The short answer is "not at this time"... The new piston & shim-stack for the rear is designed for my weight with the stock spring & 5wt fork oil. That said, I can go to a stiffer spring if I wish - as the additional/different shims come with the kit. I have been told, for the kind of riding I do, I should be very pleased....
@randomlyTrees 3 ай бұрын
PETE!
@verbalwidget7267 3 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1what kit are you using?
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
@@verbalwidget7267 Dave - so sorry for the delay - busy, busy, busy.... "FFRC" - FRONT & REAR - PLEX VALVES (FRONT) AND NEW PISTON / SHIM STACK (REAR) Supposedly custom built for my weight & riding style. Stock Springs (for now) and 5 wt oil... No matter what, supposed to be a huge improvement over stock...
@rockogripo1romero423 3 ай бұрын
try two 90 degree hook picks to remove the retaining ring just like removing a tire.. thanks for the info
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching & the advice. I do not have anything like that. After watching the guys in the links listed below, I figured I would try a small screwdriver, like they did... Definitely tricky, but can be done. If I have to do that again - I will get a pair of those... trust me 🙂 Cheers !!!
@ParallelCamper 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Dane. I do follow Dino. It's a great channel. But nothing beats the mighty Obi-Wan.
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
HAHA - THANKS ROB !!!! HE IS WAY BETTER THAN I WILL EVER BE :-)
@verbalwidget7267 3 ай бұрын
That goes without saying. YT should be giving Dane a huge monetary kickback on his good looks and wit alone.
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
@@verbalwidget7267 Dear God LOL !!!!! Front end done - Will try & finish the rear today - with the exception of the Nitrogen.... Then I'll put it back together 🙂
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
I NEED A FACE LIFT HAHA
@PurpleOnThree 3 ай бұрын
oh man, don't we all lol
@seansterr7236 3 ай бұрын
Great vid, man. Question, what mount did you use? I currently have the protective case/mount for my Vapor that goes in the pinch bolts but it blocks the ignition switch. Are you, by chance, using the mounts that are described as going in the triple clamps on KTMs? Item # 022-OEB or 022-SO? Thanks, Sean
@seansterr7236 3 ай бұрын
But you tighten them in where the old stock speedo mount goes?
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
This is going to be a pathetic reply - I used the mount it came with and I believe I bolted it right where the old speedo mounted - with the supplied allen bolts / screws. No KTM stuff at all - it bolted onto the triple clamps where the old speedo was mounted. I made some small adjustments to get it to slide to the right - maybe an 1/8th of an inch but it helped. Mine is still going strong after (probably) 4 years now. Only had to replace the battery once. Very happy with it "FWIW"..... If I can be of more assistance, do not hesitate to contact me. Thanks for watching, and I know this video is wayyyyyy too long, but consider watching it from start to finish. I don't care about views, subs, etc... - I just want to help if I can. Sorry for my potty mouth !!!! Best !!!!!
@y2k1307 3 ай бұрын
What is the tire width on that rear tire? 3.5"?
@pilotdane1 3 ай бұрын
So sorry for the delay - it's marked as "5.1" - which is the widest I found - "Wider than stock" - however fits fine on THE MIGHTY SUZUKI DR 650 - I hope this helps - and it's not too late... Again, my apologies for the delay - Busy as hell at work. If I can be of further assistance, please let me know.... Cheers !!!!
@rogerdavis9962 4 ай бұрын
Language homie, c'mon... informative vid tho 👌
@rogerdavis9962 4 ай бұрын
Just got a nail in mine first day riding, so I'm getting broke in quick
@HarleyDavidsonHeaven 4 ай бұрын
I bought a 2024 DR650 in January and I’m enjoying the heck out of it! I have upgraded it for both on road and off road use, it’s a beast!!
@pilotdane1 4 ай бұрын
Dude - That's awesome !!!! It's the best bike I have ever owned. Haven't ridden much this summer - Just small rides - but it's like 115° ish today. Can't wait 'till it cools down a little & can get back out to the desert. Congrats man !!! Very cool !!! Cheers !!!!
@tieoneon1614 4 ай бұрын
Just got a new KLR ADV and love it. Coming from enduro's, I always liked the DR and XR just wanted wind protection this time. We know why they cant update the carb, and thats a bonus for traditional riders. But I think if Suzuki made an factory ADV package like the KLR, with rally fairing, windscreen, luggage cheaper it'd be a hit cuz of that motor
@pilotdane1 4 ай бұрын
Hey man - Thanks for watching LOL !!! - Just re-watched it before commenting - This is a terrible video haha... Typical for me I guess. And BTW - Years ago I was not a KLR fan, but have since changed my tune. A buddy of mine has (or had) at least 3 - and he loves them. They're a bit bigger than the DR - But "bullet proof" as well.... If you ever watch my "best dual sport on the planet" (or whatever it's called) forgive me for my "ugly" KLR thoughts !!!! Cheers !!!!
@jalengeneblazo1772 5 ай бұрын
I need to do this to my honda. Would you say use the hairdryer every single time?
@pilotdane1 5 ай бұрын
I don't remember doing every time - but that said - can't hurt !!!! Good luck !!!!
@half_cocked 5 ай бұрын
Just tried using this and I must have a defective glue or stubs… I cleaned with the supplied release agent, even cleaned with alcohol, put a huge globe on and it would not pull my dent , no where close to what you did… left it on for 10 minutes even and would come right off with the slightest bit of screwing on the bar… maybe my dent is just not able to be pulled with this but thought mine wasn’t even as bad as yours lol, the small one hardly held at all the bigger round disc held a little better but I tried an entire stick and a half and maybe 15 times and don’t see a difference in the dent
@pilotdane1 5 ай бұрын
Damn Bro !!! - you saw my results - and don't get it... Not sure of the bike - maybe thicker metal ??? For what it's worth they do make better glue sticks than come with the kit.... may be worth a try ????
@half_cocked 5 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 I’ll try, it’s a Harley tank with a small dent maybe size of a 50 cent piece, no paint crack or anything, I’ll check into better glue
@speedyReedyEnterprise 3 ай бұрын
@@half_cockeddid it fix it?
@Doug_Morgan 5 ай бұрын
Love listening to Rush in your vids. I grew up in the 70's listening to them in high school.
@pilotdane1 5 ай бұрын
thanks Brother !!!! Love RUSH !!!!!
@ravenmoon1165 6 ай бұрын
No longer available.
@stubabyfuora5280 6 ай бұрын
You really should try kenda 270, they look very similar but 270 is more sticky off road and on road but and this big butt, the kenda is only good for a few thousand miles in good conditions
@danutpopa8485 6 ай бұрын
Hello. I lost the adjusting screw, I don't know how it looks. Can you take a picture of him for me please?
@danutpopa8485 6 ай бұрын
Hello. I lost the adjusting screw, I don't know how it looks. Can you take a picture of him for me please?
@pilotdane1 6 ай бұрын
I will try tomorrow - sorry for the late reply....
@danutpopa8485 6 ай бұрын
I don't even know what diameter the ball is. If you unscrew the screw and take some pictures, maybe you have a measuring tool, measure it, you can also measure the ball, please. Thank you very much for the help.
@pilotdane1 6 ай бұрын
@@danutpopa8485 Dude, I've got the lift on a table - and I just don't know what you are looking for, and I don't want to take it apart.... Is it on the outside, or does it require tearing it all apart ????
@danutpopa8485 6 ай бұрын
@@pilotdane1 Hello. It is the screw with a flat head, which adjusts the stroke of the descent pedal. Are 2 screws next to each other, it is the screw on the right. Unfortunately, it has to be taken out. With the jack down, no oil flows.
@scotthinton4610 7 ай бұрын
Overall I wasn't impressed with the kit. I didn't use the magnetic bolt, in fact, I sheared it (didn't read, silly me for thinking it would be a load bearing bolt as originally engineered by Suzuki). Ended up epoxying to the rotor. Doesn't sit well with me that they would replace a load bearing high torque bolt with basically nothing... Had a hell of a time with it before finally gluing it. Oh, and no plug for the Speedo worm gear hole? Sheesh.
@pilotdane1 7 ай бұрын
scotthinton4610 - Ya, I got ya - There are aftermarket things, like spacers and shit for the old speedo - but have to say mine still works fine & I really like it. Still riding all the time. I just pulled out the speedo cable & filled it with silicone..... I appreciate you watching. If you watched my (long winded video) - I think they could have done better with "the dashboard" - but hell, it's been over 3 years - The newer stuff may be better.... Cheers Mate !!!!!
@nova1130 8 ай бұрын
Great video,What size did you go with on the front?
@pilotdane1 8 ай бұрын
I still have them - AND I still have the "stock" front tire - But I went with the "widest" I could get.. 3.00-21 - I hope this helps.... let me know if you need more info !!!!! - BTW - After about 3000 miles, they are "cupping" really bad on the front - because of street riding - But I still love them off-road - and they are not terribly expensive.... I would get them again !!!!
@tahbloomis 8 ай бұрын
Why not keep old plug in and cut wires and connect both wires together
@pilotdane1 8 ай бұрын
Either way - I try and not cut the wires if I can. Making that little "jumper" was easy !!! If needed - I just pull the jumper out & plug them back together...
@eugenebarron692 8 ай бұрын
Just bought a 2024 dr 650 last week love it so far I watched a ton of videos before I purchased.
@pilotdane1 8 ай бұрын
CONGRATS !!!! - I did a ton of research as well. The "Ausies" sold me, as it is the Premier Bike in the "Outback" !!!! Cheers Mate !!!!
@ratchetboo 9 ай бұрын
You're the man dude 🎯
@pilotdane1 9 ай бұрын
wowee !!!! Thanks Man - Old video - THE MIGHTY SUZUKI DR 650 still running like a Swiss Timepiece !!!! Cheers Mate !!!