CRF Mods and Improvements

[bsacbob]

I thought the same, i'm having one fitted next week so i will let you know what the final negotiated price is.

 

[CraigBKK]

I thought the same, i'm having one fitted next week so i will let you know what the final negotiated price is.

 

[Johnsy]

I wouldn't pay that much, very basic work that!

 

[Thump]

Here is Steph Jeavon's almost stock CRF (larger tank and 13t sprocket) at Mae Suai dam on her RTW trip, no sub frame issues so far.

I've been riding without a helmet for many years, no issue so far!

 

[CraigBKK]

Was thinking about adding a pair of LED fog lights but couldn't find the right kind of clamps for fitting. Most auxiliary lights that I've seen seem to fit onto crash bars.

Ended up buying an LED headlight from this guy in Bangkok http://www.ledsuperbike.com

Fitted the light this morning. Looks visually brighter. He sells white and yellow, I went for the white. Price is 990฿ including EMS.





OEM bulb



LED bulb

 

[bsacbob]

Mine.

 

[CraigBKK]

That's where I wanted to fit the lamps Bob. Did the lamp and fitting come together? Sourced locally? Thanks.

 

[bsacbob]

Got them from here Craig, you will need to change the stock blinkers to make a fit.

http://www.facebook.com/LEDForBike?fref=ts

 

[CraigBKK]

Cheers Bob, I have the same as yours, back and front. What size did you go for? (Watts, Volts, Lumens etc.)

 

[bsacbob]

10 watts gives you a nice flood of light

Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

 

[bsacbob]

Some interesting mod's on this bike, link to the products here http://www.facebook.com/udom.punkha...68025778941.1073741910.100005272411514&type=3 http://www.facebook.com/udom.punkhaw?fref=photo

 

[schrauberklaus]

Add Wind screen .

Found at a local Big Bike Shop .
K2 factory for the CB500X, 1900 THB

Little cutting and bending and it fits the CRF
Selfmade brakets.

 

[CraigBKK]

I like the idea of an additional fuel tank replacing the tool compartment but not too keen on the 17" alloy wheels and low placed exhaust muffler.

 

[bsacbob]

The fuel tank is 1,250 baht, trying to get more info on fixings etc....

 

[bsacbob]

Some pictures of the tank, this is a prototype and is simply a stand alone tank and is removable via the two existing mounting points of the toolbox, they have plans to hook it up to the stock fuel system. It is available without the handle if required.

More info here http://www.facebook.com/udom.punkhaw

 

[Oddvar]

I got two of these.
http://rotopax.com/1.75-Gallon/
With the mounts you can set it up they way you like. And quick to remove.
But much has changed over the last few years. There is fuel available more or less everywhere.

 

[CraigBKK]

I went for the most convenient but vastly over priced option, an aftermarket fuel tank.

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I was wondering how tough this metal tank was in a spill too. Also that handle looks like it could snag easily. The rotopax look safer but they add additional weight where you don't want it unless they are side mounted.

I've a locally sourced MSR Dromedary water bag, which is tough as nails. I've read that riders have used these to carry spare fuel too.

http://www.cascadedesigns.com/msr/water/storage/dromedary-bags/product
http://thailandoutdoorshop.com/index.php/camping/water-camping/msr-drom-bag.html

 

[prince666]

The handle is to hold the tank as you dismount the tank from the fixing points !! As you need to take the tank of to drain the fuel out !!!
Also look at the fuel cap !!! the fuel will spill out before the tank is full that's my 2 cents on this design would be better to have a pump to pump the fuel into the main tank and do we know how many liters the tank holds !

BMW F800 Steve just remember the date I sent you the pictures !!
Nuff Said

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[bsacbob]

The handle is to hold the tank as you dismount the tank from the fixing points !! As you need to take the tank of to drain the fuel out !!!
Also look at the fuel cap !!! the fuel will spill out before the tank is full that's my 2 cents on this design would be better to have a pump to pump the fuel into the main tank and do we know how many liters the tank holds !

BMW F800 Steve just remember the date I sent you the pictures !!
Nuff Said

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"Some pictures of the tank, this is a prototype and is simply a stand alone tank and is removable via the two existing mounting points of the toolbox, they have plans to hook it up to the stock fuel system. It is available without the handle if required"

 

[prince666]

I am sure you have many contact numbers at hand lol

 

[Gnasher328]

I think I just signed in to 'Thaivisa' by mistake!

 

[CraigBKK]

(SOLD) The bike with the rear fuel tank is currently for sale for ฿120,000.

 

[KTMphil]

The first prototype CRF 250 L rally taking shape in BNS Burning shop, Chiang Mai


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[Taninthai]

hi guys anyone any contact info for where i can get 42 or 43 rear sprocket .
thanks in advance.

 

[bsacbob]

You could try tnt motors they deliver via ems http://www.tntmotor.net/ or http://www.bns-speed.com/

 

[Taninthai]

nice cheers for the reply ,had one of these bikes 3 years ago regrettably sold it ,have now just got another ....thanks again.

 

[Taninthai]

another quick question just gonna order some pirelli m21 tyres any recommendations for what size is better for the front. front21" 80/90 - 21 M/C 48P 90/90 - 21 M/C 54R
thanks again

 

[CraigBKK]

another quick question just gonna order some pirelli m21 tyres any recommendations for what size is better for the front. front21" 80/90 - 21 M/C 48P 90/90 - 21 M/C 54R
thanks again

The bike comes with a 3.0 90/90 21" stock IRC tyre so you probably want to stick with that size if you can get it.

 

[bsacbob]

To be honest it a question of choice i run on an 80/90 and find it tracks better in dirt but like i say it down to personal preferance.

 

[CraigBKK]

I'm currently still running the Quick DM1131 I had put on in Chiang Rai at Kong's; think that's an 80/100.

 

[schrauberklaus]

Hi

I install the MT21 just a week ago , now about 1200-1300 km on the tires mostly road .
90/90-21 and 130/90-18
first few 100 km the tires feel very nervous at strait lines on good roads and a little slippery in corners but this is gone by now.
so far i will say good grip on and off road , real mud i did not find yet .
only on wet roads rear slip like crazy driving over new painted yellow lines on the road but thats just my bike .

 

[CraigBKK]

130 is wide, must be almost touching the inside of the swing arm! I'm trying a 100/100 rear at the moment to see if it cuts through the mud easier and helps cornering. Behaves well off road but haven't encountered serious mud yet. Looks too thin though!

 

[schrauberklaus]

Hi Craig

actually the 130 fits nice in the swingarm ,not rubbing or touching ,not even close .
Look at the pic , other side is the same .

 

[Taninthai]

Thanks for replies gonna go with 80/90 as only ride off road really.will stick to 120 rear.

 

[KTMphil]

Lots of complaints about the fork seals (dust seals with no compression spring). An option thats just become available. Burning BNS, Chiang Mai will stock them.

 

[WuzzupDoc]

Hi Thump

Will have some of these over in Thailand by Mid September in clear and black much taller screen and should be about the same cost $40




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These screen uses a different type of fixing point and will not obstruct your view of the dash

Where can I purchase this screen?

 

[bsacbob]

Pretty sure you can get them from this place.

http://www.facebook.com/BNS-speed-266349363497162/?fref=ts

 

[KTMphil]

BNS/ Burning Shop, Chiang Mai is now stocking the replacement EBC clutch kits - The clutch is the weak point of the standard Honda CRF 250 L.

 

[Rudeboy]

Reviving another old thread, I've had my CRF for a good few years now but it was converted straight to motard trim when bought (M version wasn't available when I bought the L) but now it sits and doesn't really do much as I bought a versys a few years ago and the CRF was meant for the wife, since she never uses it I've decided to turn it back into offroad trim and wondering what mods have you guys done since this thread was last updated?

tyres, suspension etc, I'm 100kgs so thinking some suspension upgrades will be required for starters, better tyres as still have stock tyres although there now 6 years old and unused so best to replace them.

Cheers

 

[bsacbob]

To be honest not a lot of new offerings, engine cc upgrades have increased although if happy with my CBR 300 kit with over 30k covered with it so far. Ohlins i believe now offer a twin spring fork upgrade which would be useful for off road, and of course, the rear needs replacing, again i'm happy with my YSS although i may be one of the lucky ones as most have blown with loads of 120kg inc rider.