Hey Ian, how accurate is it? Meaning, you pumped to 40 psi, was it 40 psi or was it higher or lower based on your favorite gauge?
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
I meant to check it but forgot. I think you can see my pressure gauge in the video, out ready to check. I'll check when I get a chance. I've got a few other tests to do.
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Curiosity got the better of me, I just went and checked. The tyre I pumped up to 40psi according to the pump last week is now at 39psi with my good pressure gauge. Usually those kind of pumps are wildly inaccurate so good to know it's accurate. I plan on doing another video testing the battery life so I will check the pressure with a gauge too, getting it on video.
@SqueakyBootКүн бұрын
Felt your pain on that fall, in the mud and the Gorse...great ride though, despite the crap slippery clay.
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
The 2nd fall hurt at the time but was soon forgotten. Great day out on the bikes. The tracks around the hut were good fun.
@bazz6670Күн бұрын
Vid come out great Ian, i didn't realise i was roosting you a couple of times. It was a great day out trying the new tyres. Can't wait to do it again. Cheers.
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
All good, that's what I get for riding too close. Hopefully weather is a bit better next weekend. Keen to get out again soon.
@Bok2022stКүн бұрын
That was definitely an unusual pic for a off-road bike your new front end seems to be working very well considering you're on such slippery mud.💯👍
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Cheers mate! The new front end works great, holds its line much better and I can carry more speed through rough sections.
@markpearson2085Күн бұрын
You should check out the track at Mt cole,
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
I've been through there a couple of times, keen to go back a so some more exploring. It was still closed from the bushfires last time I went. Apart from some seasonal closures, it should be open now.
@in2ADVКүн бұрын
Loved the video mate. I felt that second little spill. Stay upright Ian! 🙂
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Yeah, I felt it, too. Hurt at the time but settled down pretty quick.
@sausagesandwichSAКүн бұрын
Slippery looking stuff...good footage👍
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Thanks mate! Very slippery tracks.
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
That hut in the middle of nowhere is a perfect spot for lunch!!!
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Really nice spot to kick back and relax.
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
It is so much fun to go out in tracks you don’t know! My biggest problem when I do that is I get too tired too quickly. I have got to get in better shape!!!
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Riding a big bike on those kind of tracks takes it out of you quickly. The best solution is ride off road more.
@Motoramblings23 сағат бұрын
@@OzADVRider that’s the best advice!! I need to get out more!!!
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
Those shots of Barry behind you are very cool!
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Came out nice and clear. The Gopro 9 is super smooth. Works well now i have the enduro batteries.
@Motoramblings23 сағат бұрын
@@OzADVRider Good to know!!!
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
Great spot at the end of the road there!!!
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
Slow speed, but it looked like a fairly nasty fall anyway! It’s like you guys are riding on ice!!
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Hit the ground pretty hard and rolled over my hydration pack. Front tyre slid out very quick, should of went in the rut, I know some of them are very soft mud though so tend to avoid them.
@Motoramblings23 сағат бұрын
@@OzADVRider I saw the front slide into the rut, but like you said, trying the middle is the right choice most of the time……
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
Not too bad… as Barry’s tires fill with clay!😂😂
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
It was funny watching back the footage, at the time of recording, I had no idea what was happening behind me.
@Motoramblings23 сағат бұрын
@@OzADVRider he was slipping and sliding!!
@MotoramblingsКүн бұрын
5:26 looks pretty nasty!!
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Yeah, it was. Been through there a few times but it's never been that slippery.
@markhills3922Күн бұрын
hard day at the office mate! Franchi's Hut looks like a good spot for a campout when its a bit warmer.
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
Creswick Regional Park is super slippery this time of year. Bad enough in summer. Really nice area around the hut, it would be a good for camping.
@user-co4ey6mm3eКүн бұрын
great video, how do you find all these tracks - what maps do you use ?
@OzADVRiderКүн бұрын
The tracks around the Creswick area I found just exploring. The hut we saw on a friend's channel so we went and found our way there. I only use Google maps, I've tried a few different one's but find Google as good as any.
@ashrafc7794Күн бұрын
I think you should coin that word "ToolTube". Just brilliant
@Bok2022st3 күн бұрын
Well I'm not sure where you really came up with that idea but you certainly covered all the bases very well I was extremely surprised and impressed that you pull this off as well as you did Bravo mate top job.💯👍🤟
@OzADVRider3 күн бұрын
Cheers mate! Well and truly exceeded expectations. It's transformed the bike.
@Bok2022st2 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider I did have one thought afterwards I don't know whether you used that PVC pipe all whether you were just taking measurements with it I really hope you didn't use the PVC pipe I hope I'm wrong I don't believe you would have but if you did please replace ASAP ride safe man great job but the PVC pipe if I'm right no man get rid of that I'm not sure it might have been another video
@OzADVRider2 күн бұрын
Do you mean the spacer on top of the spring? If so don't stress, it's mild steel pipe. Way to to thick for the job but it's all I could find at the time. Lots of people use PVC as spacers in their forks, personally, I wouldn't.
@Bok2022stКүн бұрын
@@OzADVRider thank god I honestly was concerned I must have seen it somewhere else as I just subscribe mainly motorcycle videos this is my interest and I love to learn as much as I can about as much as I can cheers man ride safe
@Bok2022st3 күн бұрын
Good day mate I've got a 650 Suzuki V-Strom I changed my front suspension I simply used a the V-Strom thousands front end I only had to change spacers words really well have you heard of this before as it works really really well just wondering I'm in West Oz
@OzADVRider3 күн бұрын
What year models? Did you change to USD forks? Probably an easier swap than mine and you get to keep twin disks.
@Bok2022st3 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider yes I left the bottom end completely stock didn't have to touch the ABS or discs at all simply swap the 600 to 1000 suspension only have to change spacers works great
@Bok2022st3 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider yeah sorry mate it's a 2008
@Bok2022st3 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider I just starting episode 2 can't wait to see the finished product not real keen on the one front disc maybe you should get yourself a disc protector I have them on my KTM they are worth the little investment they definitely are a must in my opinion.💯👍
@OzADVRider3 күн бұрын
The single disc works surprisingly well. I've done some very steep downhill tracks loaded, no problems, see me Vic high country series. A protector probably wouldn't be a bad idea, though.
@markhills39224 күн бұрын
finally a real world test and review of this pump; you are the first i have seen to test it for its ability to reseat a broken bead on a tubeless tyre; well done; question: can it be charged DC to DC? i feel this is an important consideration for a pump/charging station to be used on the roads less travelled. Cheers!
@OzADVRider3 күн бұрын
Thanks mate! Just because I'm given something to test doesn't mean I'm going to go easy on it. I'm going to do a battery life test to see how many times it will pump a flat tyre on one charge, I'll see if it will charge off a power bank as well. It should.
@markhills39223 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider nor should you be easy on it; whomever the manufacturer or supplier is wants real world feedback as they appear to be sending this pump out for appraisal everywhere; i look forward to the results of your tests.
@bazz66705 күн бұрын
Great review mate, good to see the pump can bead a tyre.
@OzADVRider5 күн бұрын
Yeah. It did well. Took just over 7 minutes but got the job done ✔️
@TheBeardedGrump5 күн бұрын
Looks like a pretty good pump and it's not too big which is a plus.
@OzADVRider5 күн бұрын
It looks to be good quality and works well. Fits under the seat easy but as you know there's lots of room under the seat on a V-Strom
@zardportugal6 күн бұрын
Well done. Witing for the next video. Cheers.
@OzADVRider5 күн бұрын
Cheers mate!
@aderiley65926 күн бұрын
Hi mate, thanks for the review. Can you tell me what the wet weight of your Ström is? Cheers 🙏🤘
@OzADVRider5 күн бұрын
It would be a bit over 200kg's with a full tank.
@aderiley65925 күн бұрын
@OzADVRider thanks mate ❤️🔥❤️🔥
@in2ADV6 күн бұрын
Awesome! How long did it take to inflate the tyre to 40psi? Also, it would be interesting to see how many more times you could pump a tyre up from zero to 40psi before the battery dies. Furthermore, how long does it take to charge the pump back up to 100% after it’s been completely discharged. If you get a chance to find out, I would love to get the info. :-)
@OzADVRider5 күн бұрын
It took just over 7 minutes to get to 40psi but that's with both beads broken. It takes a while for a small pump to build enough pressure to seat them. Next time I will just let the pressure out and see how long it takes to get to 40psi
@in2ADV5 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider Sounds like it's worth investing in one.
@dynamadnessadventures2056 күн бұрын
Looks a great little pump awesome
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
I'm happy with it. Pretty impressed it can pump a tyre from popped beads to 40psi
@in2ADV6 күн бұрын
Can my bike be next??? Don't want to assume to know what you'll end up doing... BUT.... cough 😮💨 cough 😮💨 MT-450 Cough 😮💨 cough 😮💨 🙂
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
If I get this engine back together the V-Strom will be staying for a long time. I do like the 450MT but not enough to get rid of Frankenstrom
@in2ADV6 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider getting rid of the frankenstrom would be sacrilege! :-)
@markhills39224 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider as i've just learned from Baz, the 450MT tracks the rider everywhere he/she goes; the software app that owners need to download to fix the fuelling issue remotely accesses the ECU directly or via the Dash and feeds information to the App in real time; this App is alerting owners that the bike is being moved even while they are only working on it in their sheds; the sensitivity is off the charts; i don't know if the App 'talks' to the ECU or the Dash; i suspect it connects to the dash going by all the information displayed on Baz's phone; i for one don't want to be tracked by big brother and i am so glad that i changed my mind about buying one; keep frankenstrom mate; big brother can't interfere with what he can't see.
@markhills39224 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider you Will get the engine back together Ian; if you need or want a free hand, let me know.
@OzADVRider4 күн бұрын
@markhills3922 interesting. I like the idea of updating the ecu easily but not the tracking. I wonder if it knows if you do any aftermarket tuning. Possibly voiding warranty ?
@MotoSwagger6 күн бұрын
Wow, great job! For 130k the motor seems in good nick, good old Japanese engineering eh? Looking forward to seeing what you do with the trusty 650... Time for a 450MT perhaps?
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
If I was looking for a new bike the 450mt would be on top of the list. Spent a lot of time getting my V-Strom just right. The engine was in better nick than expected, hopefully I can give it a new lease on life and get another 130k out of it.
@markhills39226 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider New isn't always better Ian; you've spent a great deal of time and effort developing what appears to be a great off-road steed...and it's one-of-a-kind and you know it inside out; it's going to be interesting to see how long the 450MT's engines last before needing a rebuild; i've also read there is big wait for getting parts for (all) the CFmoto's which is part of the reason i changed my mind about getting one...3 year warranty is great but how long will any bike that does get an issue have to sit in a workshop for?.
@iaindarville97436 күн бұрын
Hi Ian, my guess is piston ring groove wear, not actually the rings. A guy here in Brisbane does nikasil recoating and did a Vespa px200 cylinder for me earlier this year. Worked well with the old piston I supplied him. Your choice on the way to go for the repairs.
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
Thanks mate! All advice is appreciated. More options to think about.
@markhills39224 күн бұрын
could very well be ring groove wear; a good indicator is looking for any 'steps' in the groove or 'steps' on the flats of the rings; measuring ring 'installed' end gap with the rings perfectly perpendicular in the bore (25-30mm down from TDC) is how to measure ring wear; out of curiosity, did you get your old piston coated as well as the cylinder?
@iaindarville97432 күн бұрын
@@markhills3922 no just the cylinder. It was not a standard set-up. Pinasco 215 big bore kit.
@toby75046 күн бұрын
Good work. It will be intresting to see the end result 🇧🇻☕
@dynamadnessadventures2057 күн бұрын
Great video Ian ride safe
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
Thanks mate!
@bikebeermoto63297 күн бұрын
Entonces cambias pistones ?
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
Haven't decided what to do yet.
@markhills39227 күн бұрын
looking through a screen (obviously) it looks like there is very little cross-hatching left in the bores; they also look glazed; i reckon 1st over rings and a quick hone will do the trick; i'd take a look at replacing valve stems seals too just to be on the safe side. leaking stem seals could be the cause of the carbon build up on front piston/valves; i use an ultra sonic cleaner with a mix of degreaser, vinegar and bicarb soda to clean heads and barrels before i do any work on valves; works great; i use my pedestal drill as a valve spring press with a modified old socket cut open one side to access retainer once spring is compressed; might be worth giving the valves a lapping as well mate....you're already there anyway. Great to see a man having a go; if man can build it, man can fix it....
@OzADVRider7 күн бұрын
Thanks a lot for your advice. I don't have a lot of experience in this area. There is no cross-hatching on the bores, all very smooth looking. I may go down this route and try and keep it simple. I think oversize pistons will take away some reliability and end up an expensive exercise.
@markhills39226 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider you're welcome Ian; i'm not a 'qualified' mechanic but i've been 'playing' with bikes pretty much all my life; we want cross-hatching in the bores so the rings 'dance'; this helps lubricate the bore and seat the compression rings; so we have no ridges/steps at BDC and TDC of the bores?; with the bores being well inside service limits and the pistons not scored, a light hone will restore the bores with only a few thou at worst being lost; 1st over-size rings will compensate for this; just make sure to pay attention to ring end-gap; honing stones are relatively cheap if you want to do the job yourself; there are the 'ball' hone type as well but i've no experience using them; a machine shop will probably do a better job but they know how to charge these days; honing is a pretty easy job that i'm sure you'd have no problem with; we just need to pay attention to the cross hatching we create as we move the honing stones up and down in a precise-as-possible manner; low-medium drill speed and consistent up and down is what we are looking for...and make sure the bores are spotlessly clean before we start with regular cleaning as we go; oh, i should of mentioned cleaning/restoring the injectors as part of the top-end rebuild too; Unleaded fuel plays havoc with the varnish it leaves behind; Question: do you really need any extra power with the type of riding you do Ian?; a fresh top-end and a tune will restore a few ponies without all the costs of going over-size; i think you need to factor in that you are dealing with a 100,000K bottom end as well.
@OzADVRider6 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info. Not too worried about extra power, I think oversized pistons/ higher compression would kill it. The sv cam swap would possibly rob mid range power for more top end power which wouldn't suit my riding.
@markhills39226 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider good point; road cams are generally very top-end (high RPM) biased at the expense of low to midrange torque which is what we dirt riders need to get traction; more 'power' doesn't necessarily equate to going faster; many of the modern 450's with 60+HP are detuned by the pro's for this reason; yep, asking the old big end to cope with more compression and ponies is fraught with failure, especially in what is basically two single cylinder top ends Siamesed onto one crank. i think you'll be much happier with a rebuild than chasing more outright power; focus on putting it all back together with as much attention to precision as you can will see a good result at not-too-much money.
@markhills39224 күн бұрын
one more piece of advice if i may Ian; get a new timing chain while the motor is apart; the tensioner will stop the chain rattling but it wont address any possible cam timing issues; a dial gauge and degree wheel goes a long way to getting spot on cam timing. there's free power to be had with accurate timing.
@user-cr4sb5nk5y7 күн бұрын
Love the engine cradle Ian. Well worth the effort.
@OzADVRider7 күн бұрын
It made fitting the replacement engine easier. I could pivot one side up, get a bolt in then pivot the other side up. Makes it a lot easier to work on too.
@mitarmarescuk32048 күн бұрын
The camera footage from the front forks is excellent - shows how steep the ascent is and how rocky it really is..... Great idea for people to really understand the terrain.
@OzADVRider8 күн бұрын
Yeah, it gives you a better idea of what the track is like. It can look a lot smoother from a helmet mounted camera.
@mitarmarescuk32047 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider Completely agree, helmet cams do not show the real terrain so I think this type of footage should always be shown. Well done.
@mitarmarescuk32048 күн бұрын
The 4x4 are ripping the track to pieces 😁 Maybe go up in September....... I would be game to do an overnighter in Bright if interested. Take a fun way to bright and then up Blue Rag and then back down into Bright or Harrietville for the night. Let me know your thoughts.
@OzADVRider8 күн бұрын
Could be interested. Keen to finish off Blue rag. Originally this trip was 4 days, planned on camping near Bright and taking a more scenic route home. There's some nice campgrounds at Dangdongadale.
@StrayAwayDave9 күн бұрын
Heck yea!
@OzADVRider9 күн бұрын
Cheers mate!
@atmoboof9 күн бұрын
Landfill.
@OzADVRider9 күн бұрын
Thanks for clicking on my video and taking the time to comment!
@michalczajkowski879810 күн бұрын
I see the 450mt are very popular in Australia
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
They sure are. Our local dealer is selling them as quick as they get them.
@FlatBrokeAdventures10 күн бұрын
I only watch Bazz's video yesterday and now I find your version. Haha thanks mate keep up the good work
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
Cheers mate! We ride together a lot so there's usually 2 versions of our rides.
@FlatBrokeAdventures10 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider I'll have to subscribe to you too so I can watch both
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
Thanks. Just subbed your channel too.
@FlatBrokeAdventures10 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider awesome thank you
@mitarmarescuk320410 күн бұрын
great footage. I rode through here on the way to Mildura 2 weeks ago - made for a very long day (1,700km over 30 hours) once I got home on the Saturday. Great riding area and certainly a blast on the bigger bike (Pan America).
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
Wow, big ride over a short time. How do you like the pan america? Lerderderg/wombat is a great area to ride. Good variety of tracks
@mitarmarescuk320410 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider Hi Ian, thanks for the prompt response. Do I like the PanAm...... Yes, I acutally do for a number of reasons - its different and it gets me away from peg scraping and tyre shredding run on twisty tarmac all the time. It allows me to go down that dirt road I have always wanted to go down when flying past in a blur. its comfortable for big distances, electronics packed, great motor, great suspension and for some reason motorcycle cops wave at me now 😆 So, its not necessarily the PanAm but what is does for me. Oh, and I am scraping things on the twisty corners with 80/20 tyres... 😁😄
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
Awesome. I've always liked the look of the pan america, probably just because it is different from every other adv bike on the market.
@mitarmarescuk320410 күн бұрын
@@OzADVRider Agreed.
@TimothyGreen-ko2vm10 күн бұрын
This is something I have been scratching my head over, how to make a VStrom 650 an off roader. The perfect ADV, just checked out your playlists, now watching. Could it be done, buy bike and parts for 7700 AUS ?
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
I should add up what I've spent modifying my bike. The original cost of bike was $3300 in good nick with plenty of accessories. I would of spent under $2k modifying it. It's turned into the perfect ADV bike for me.
@davidz810 күн бұрын
Great video, when you said check out the view, I thought you meant the two 450MTs 😀
@OzADVRider10 күн бұрын
They're a nice looking bike. I didn't think much of them when I first saw pictures on the internet, but after seeing them in person and riding one, I'm very impressed.
@steveb927011 күн бұрын
Awesome ride ,,fantastic channel well done once again. Can't wait to view your next adventure.
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Great video mate. The hut is really nice.
Thanks mate! It is a nice area.
Hey Ian, how accurate is it? Meaning, you pumped to 40 psi, was it 40 psi or was it higher or lower based on your favorite gauge?
I meant to check it but forgot. I think you can see my pressure gauge in the video, out ready to check. I'll check when I get a chance. I've got a few other tests to do.
Curiosity got the better of me, I just went and checked. The tyre I pumped up to 40psi according to the pump last week is now at 39psi with my good pressure gauge. Usually those kind of pumps are wildly inaccurate so good to know it's accurate. I plan on doing another video testing the battery life so I will check the pressure with a gauge too, getting it on video.
Felt your pain on that fall, in the mud and the Gorse...great ride though, despite the crap slippery clay.
The 2nd fall hurt at the time but was soon forgotten. Great day out on the bikes. The tracks around the hut were good fun.
Vid come out great Ian, i didn't realise i was roosting you a couple of times. It was a great day out trying the new tyres. Can't wait to do it again. Cheers.
All good, that's what I get for riding too close. Hopefully weather is a bit better next weekend. Keen to get out again soon.
That was definitely an unusual pic for a off-road bike your new front end seems to be working very well considering you're on such slippery mud.💯👍
Cheers mate! The new front end works great, holds its line much better and I can carry more speed through rough sections.
You should check out the track at Mt cole,
I've been through there a couple of times, keen to go back a so some more exploring. It was still closed from the bushfires last time I went. Apart from some seasonal closures, it should be open now.
Loved the video mate. I felt that second little spill. Stay upright Ian! 🙂
Yeah, I felt it, too. Hurt at the time but settled down pretty quick.
Slippery looking stuff...good footage👍
Thanks mate! Very slippery tracks.
That hut in the middle of nowhere is a perfect spot for lunch!!!
Really nice spot to kick back and relax.
It is so much fun to go out in tracks you don’t know! My biggest problem when I do that is I get too tired too quickly. I have got to get in better shape!!!
Riding a big bike on those kind of tracks takes it out of you quickly. The best solution is ride off road more.
@@OzADVRider that’s the best advice!! I need to get out more!!!
Those shots of Barry behind you are very cool!
Came out nice and clear. The Gopro 9 is super smooth. Works well now i have the enduro batteries.
@@OzADVRider Good to know!!!
Great spot at the end of the road there!!!
Slow speed, but it looked like a fairly nasty fall anyway! It’s like you guys are riding on ice!!
Hit the ground pretty hard and rolled over my hydration pack. Front tyre slid out very quick, should of went in the rut, I know some of them are very soft mud though so tend to avoid them.
@@OzADVRider I saw the front slide into the rut, but like you said, trying the middle is the right choice most of the time……
Not too bad… as Barry’s tires fill with clay!😂😂
It was funny watching back the footage, at the time of recording, I had no idea what was happening behind me.
@@OzADVRider he was slipping and sliding!!
5:26 looks pretty nasty!!
Yeah, it was. Been through there a few times but it's never been that slippery.
hard day at the office mate! Franchi's Hut looks like a good spot for a campout when its a bit warmer.
Creswick Regional Park is super slippery this time of year. Bad enough in summer. Really nice area around the hut, it would be a good for camping.
great video, how do you find all these tracks - what maps do you use ?
The tracks around the Creswick area I found just exploring. The hut we saw on a friend's channel so we went and found our way there. I only use Google maps, I've tried a few different one's but find Google as good as any.
I think you should coin that word "ToolTube". Just brilliant
Well I'm not sure where you really came up with that idea but you certainly covered all the bases very well I was extremely surprised and impressed that you pull this off as well as you did Bravo mate top job.💯👍🤟
Cheers mate! Well and truly exceeded expectations. It's transformed the bike.
@@OzADVRider I did have one thought afterwards I don't know whether you used that PVC pipe all whether you were just taking measurements with it I really hope you didn't use the PVC pipe I hope I'm wrong I don't believe you would have but if you did please replace ASAP ride safe man great job but the PVC pipe if I'm right no man get rid of that I'm not sure it might have been another video
Do you mean the spacer on top of the spring? If so don't stress, it's mild steel pipe. Way to to thick for the job but it's all I could find at the time. Lots of people use PVC as spacers in their forks, personally, I wouldn't.
@@OzADVRider thank god I honestly was concerned I must have seen it somewhere else as I just subscribe mainly motorcycle videos this is my interest and I love to learn as much as I can about as much as I can cheers man ride safe
Good day mate I've got a 650 Suzuki V-Strom I changed my front suspension I simply used a the V-Strom thousands front end I only had to change spacers words really well have you heard of this before as it works really really well just wondering I'm in West Oz
What year models? Did you change to USD forks? Probably an easier swap than mine and you get to keep twin disks.
@@OzADVRider yes I left the bottom end completely stock didn't have to touch the ABS or discs at all simply swap the 600 to 1000 suspension only have to change spacers works great
@@OzADVRider yeah sorry mate it's a 2008
@@OzADVRider I just starting episode 2 can't wait to see the finished product not real keen on the one front disc maybe you should get yourself a disc protector I have them on my KTM they are worth the little investment they definitely are a must in my opinion.💯👍
The single disc works surprisingly well. I've done some very steep downhill tracks loaded, no problems, see me Vic high country series. A protector probably wouldn't be a bad idea, though.
finally a real world test and review of this pump; you are the first i have seen to test it for its ability to reseat a broken bead on a tubeless tyre; well done; question: can it be charged DC to DC? i feel this is an important consideration for a pump/charging station to be used on the roads less travelled. Cheers!
Thanks mate! Just because I'm given something to test doesn't mean I'm going to go easy on it. I'm going to do a battery life test to see how many times it will pump a flat tyre on one charge, I'll see if it will charge off a power bank as well. It should.
@@OzADVRider nor should you be easy on it; whomever the manufacturer or supplier is wants real world feedback as they appear to be sending this pump out for appraisal everywhere; i look forward to the results of your tests.
Great review mate, good to see the pump can bead a tyre.
Yeah. It did well. Took just over 7 minutes but got the job done ✔️
Looks like a pretty good pump and it's not too big which is a plus.
It looks to be good quality and works well. Fits under the seat easy but as you know there's lots of room under the seat on a V-Strom
Well done. Witing for the next video. Cheers.
Cheers mate!
Hi mate, thanks for the review. Can you tell me what the wet weight of your Ström is? Cheers 🙏🤘
It would be a bit over 200kg's with a full tank.
@OzADVRider thanks mate ❤️🔥❤️🔥
Awesome! How long did it take to inflate the tyre to 40psi? Also, it would be interesting to see how many more times you could pump a tyre up from zero to 40psi before the battery dies. Furthermore, how long does it take to charge the pump back up to 100% after it’s been completely discharged. If you get a chance to find out, I would love to get the info. :-)
It took just over 7 minutes to get to 40psi but that's with both beads broken. It takes a while for a small pump to build enough pressure to seat them. Next time I will just let the pressure out and see how long it takes to get to 40psi
@@OzADVRider Sounds like it's worth investing in one.
Looks a great little pump awesome
I'm happy with it. Pretty impressed it can pump a tyre from popped beads to 40psi
Can my bike be next??? Don't want to assume to know what you'll end up doing... BUT.... cough 😮💨 cough 😮💨 MT-450 Cough 😮💨 cough 😮💨 🙂
If I get this engine back together the V-Strom will be staying for a long time. I do like the 450MT but not enough to get rid of Frankenstrom
@@OzADVRider getting rid of the frankenstrom would be sacrilege! :-)
@@OzADVRider as i've just learned from Baz, the 450MT tracks the rider everywhere he/she goes; the software app that owners need to download to fix the fuelling issue remotely accesses the ECU directly or via the Dash and feeds information to the App in real time; this App is alerting owners that the bike is being moved even while they are only working on it in their sheds; the sensitivity is off the charts; i don't know if the App 'talks' to the ECU or the Dash; i suspect it connects to the dash going by all the information displayed on Baz's phone; i for one don't want to be tracked by big brother and i am so glad that i changed my mind about buying one; keep frankenstrom mate; big brother can't interfere with what he can't see.
@@OzADVRider you Will get the engine back together Ian; if you need or want a free hand, let me know.
@markhills3922 interesting. I like the idea of updating the ecu easily but not the tracking. I wonder if it knows if you do any aftermarket tuning. Possibly voiding warranty ?
Wow, great job! For 130k the motor seems in good nick, good old Japanese engineering eh? Looking forward to seeing what you do with the trusty 650... Time for a 450MT perhaps?
If I was looking for a new bike the 450mt would be on top of the list. Spent a lot of time getting my V-Strom just right. The engine was in better nick than expected, hopefully I can give it a new lease on life and get another 130k out of it.
@@OzADVRider New isn't always better Ian; you've spent a great deal of time and effort developing what appears to be a great off-road steed...and it's one-of-a-kind and you know it inside out; it's going to be interesting to see how long the 450MT's engines last before needing a rebuild; i've also read there is big wait for getting parts for (all) the CFmoto's which is part of the reason i changed my mind about getting one...3 year warranty is great but how long will any bike that does get an issue have to sit in a workshop for?.
Hi Ian, my guess is piston ring groove wear, not actually the rings. A guy here in Brisbane does nikasil recoating and did a Vespa px200 cylinder for me earlier this year. Worked well with the old piston I supplied him. Your choice on the way to go for the repairs.
Thanks mate! All advice is appreciated. More options to think about.
could very well be ring groove wear; a good indicator is looking for any 'steps' in the groove or 'steps' on the flats of the rings; measuring ring 'installed' end gap with the rings perfectly perpendicular in the bore (25-30mm down from TDC) is how to measure ring wear; out of curiosity, did you get your old piston coated as well as the cylinder?
@@markhills3922 no just the cylinder. It was not a standard set-up. Pinasco 215 big bore kit.
Good work. It will be intresting to see the end result 🇧🇻☕
Great video Ian ride safe
Thanks mate!
Entonces cambias pistones ?
Haven't decided what to do yet.
looking through a screen (obviously) it looks like there is very little cross-hatching left in the bores; they also look glazed; i reckon 1st over rings and a quick hone will do the trick; i'd take a look at replacing valve stems seals too just to be on the safe side. leaking stem seals could be the cause of the carbon build up on front piston/valves; i use an ultra sonic cleaner with a mix of degreaser, vinegar and bicarb soda to clean heads and barrels before i do any work on valves; works great; i use my pedestal drill as a valve spring press with a modified old socket cut open one side to access retainer once spring is compressed; might be worth giving the valves a lapping as well mate....you're already there anyway. Great to see a man having a go; if man can build it, man can fix it....
Thanks a lot for your advice. I don't have a lot of experience in this area. There is no cross-hatching on the bores, all very smooth looking. I may go down this route and try and keep it simple. I think oversize pistons will take away some reliability and end up an expensive exercise.
@@OzADVRider you're welcome Ian; i'm not a 'qualified' mechanic but i've been 'playing' with bikes pretty much all my life; we want cross-hatching in the bores so the rings 'dance'; this helps lubricate the bore and seat the compression rings; so we have no ridges/steps at BDC and TDC of the bores?; with the bores being well inside service limits and the pistons not scored, a light hone will restore the bores with only a few thou at worst being lost; 1st over-size rings will compensate for this; just make sure to pay attention to ring end-gap; honing stones are relatively cheap if you want to do the job yourself; there are the 'ball' hone type as well but i've no experience using them; a machine shop will probably do a better job but they know how to charge these days; honing is a pretty easy job that i'm sure you'd have no problem with; we just need to pay attention to the cross hatching we create as we move the honing stones up and down in a precise-as-possible manner; low-medium drill speed and consistent up and down is what we are looking for...and make sure the bores are spotlessly clean before we start with regular cleaning as we go; oh, i should of mentioned cleaning/restoring the injectors as part of the top-end rebuild too; Unleaded fuel plays havoc with the varnish it leaves behind; Question: do you really need any extra power with the type of riding you do Ian?; a fresh top-end and a tune will restore a few ponies without all the costs of going over-size; i think you need to factor in that you are dealing with a 100,000K bottom end as well.
Thanks for the info. Not too worried about extra power, I think oversized pistons/ higher compression would kill it. The sv cam swap would possibly rob mid range power for more top end power which wouldn't suit my riding.
@@OzADVRider good point; road cams are generally very top-end (high RPM) biased at the expense of low to midrange torque which is what we dirt riders need to get traction; more 'power' doesn't necessarily equate to going faster; many of the modern 450's with 60+HP are detuned by the pro's for this reason; yep, asking the old big end to cope with more compression and ponies is fraught with failure, especially in what is basically two single cylinder top ends Siamesed onto one crank. i think you'll be much happier with a rebuild than chasing more outright power; focus on putting it all back together with as much attention to precision as you can will see a good result at not-too-much money.
one more piece of advice if i may Ian; get a new timing chain while the motor is apart; the tensioner will stop the chain rattling but it wont address any possible cam timing issues; a dial gauge and degree wheel goes a long way to getting spot on cam timing. there's free power to be had with accurate timing.
Love the engine cradle Ian. Well worth the effort.
It made fitting the replacement engine easier. I could pivot one side up, get a bolt in then pivot the other side up. Makes it a lot easier to work on too.
The camera footage from the front forks is excellent - shows how steep the ascent is and how rocky it really is..... Great idea for people to really understand the terrain.
Yeah, it gives you a better idea of what the track is like. It can look a lot smoother from a helmet mounted camera.
@@OzADVRider Completely agree, helmet cams do not show the real terrain so I think this type of footage should always be shown. Well done.
The 4x4 are ripping the track to pieces 😁 Maybe go up in September....... I would be game to do an overnighter in Bright if interested. Take a fun way to bright and then up Blue Rag and then back down into Bright or Harrietville for the night. Let me know your thoughts.
Could be interested. Keen to finish off Blue rag. Originally this trip was 4 days, planned on camping near Bright and taking a more scenic route home. There's some nice campgrounds at Dangdongadale.
Heck yea!
Cheers mate!
Landfill.
Thanks for clicking on my video and taking the time to comment!
I see the 450mt are very popular in Australia
They sure are. Our local dealer is selling them as quick as they get them.
I only watch Bazz's video yesterday and now I find your version. Haha thanks mate keep up the good work
Cheers mate! We ride together a lot so there's usually 2 versions of our rides.
@@OzADVRider I'll have to subscribe to you too so I can watch both
Thanks. Just subbed your channel too.
@@OzADVRider awesome thank you
great footage. I rode through here on the way to Mildura 2 weeks ago - made for a very long day (1,700km over 30 hours) once I got home on the Saturday. Great riding area and certainly a blast on the bigger bike (Pan America).
Wow, big ride over a short time. How do you like the pan america? Lerderderg/wombat is a great area to ride. Good variety of tracks
@@OzADVRider Hi Ian, thanks for the prompt response. Do I like the PanAm...... Yes, I acutally do for a number of reasons - its different and it gets me away from peg scraping and tyre shredding run on twisty tarmac all the time. It allows me to go down that dirt road I have always wanted to go down when flying past in a blur. its comfortable for big distances, electronics packed, great motor, great suspension and for some reason motorcycle cops wave at me now 😆 So, its not necessarily the PanAm but what is does for me. Oh, and I am scraping things on the twisty corners with 80/20 tyres... 😁😄
Awesome. I've always liked the look of the pan america, probably just because it is different from every other adv bike on the market.
@@OzADVRider Agreed.
This is something I have been scratching my head over, how to make a VStrom 650 an off roader. The perfect ADV, just checked out your playlists, now watching. Could it be done, buy bike and parts for 7700 AUS ?
I should add up what I've spent modifying my bike. The original cost of bike was $3300 in good nick with plenty of accessories. I would of spent under $2k modifying it. It's turned into the perfect ADV bike for me.
Great video, when you said check out the view, I thought you meant the two 450MTs 😀
They're a nice looking bike. I didn't think much of them when I first saw pictures on the internet, but after seeing them in person and riding one, I'm very impressed.
Awesome ride ,,fantastic channel well done once again. Can't wait to view your next adventure.
Cheers Steve!