Big bore kit?

[Marsh99]

I went and bought the right torque spec wrench at lunch for 80$ , but realized it is an investment. New cam cap bolts showed up from Rocky Mountain ATV. Decided to replaced all 8 and torque them to spec with no issues. Now I am waiting on my Unabiker Radiator guards and New carburetor to show up to finish assembling the rest of the bike.

 

[Tonkaman]

Smart move, a good torque wrench is invaluable. Im excited to see the finished product

 

[Gravy]

A review I read showed the HF torque wrenches to be within .01% of the Snap-On stuff. Good enough for me.

The biggest deal is always remembering to loosen them after each use to prevent sag on the spring.

 

[Marsh99]

I was able to get my bike started, but now I am waiting for a pilot jet.

 

[Marsh99]

Pilot jet was delivered today, but my in-laws are in town this weekend....

 

[thefirstzukman]

I have been thinking about that kit for my bike, but I ride mostly trails and I have never really needed more power. I might just pull the trigger on it one day, how long did it take to get your cylinder back?

 

[Marsh99]

I have been thinking about that kit for my bike, but I ride mostly trails and I have never really needed more power. I might just pull the trigger on it one day, how long did it take to get your cylinder back?

I still have my factory cylinder. Bill charges you 175$ core charge until you ship your factory cylinder to him.

 

[Marsh99]

I went out for a ride today and loved the torque. I still am running the factory carb due to Bill being back ordered on the pumper carbs. I am already happy and love the smooth power band and can't wait for the pumper carb to be on.

 

[thefirstzukman]

I still have my factory cylinder. Bill charges you 175$ core charge until you ship your factory cylinder to him.

I have heard it makes a pretty big difference and swapping to the flat slide carb really helps too.

 

[Marsh99]

I have heard it makes a pretty big difference and swapping to the flat slide carb really helps too.

I have ordered the flat slide carb and just waiting for the vendor to get off back order

 

[Tonkaman]

That's great to hear! I'm glad the power was just what you wanted. I'll bet the carb will really help to broaden its power range

 

[Rot Box]

Any updates?

 

[Marsh99]

This bike is awesome now! I am so happy with the way this bike rides. I did get the pumper carb on and dialed in. The bike has the low seat height I need, and the power and torque of a traditional dirt bike. The power band is what I love. The bike doesn't not have a big hit in the power band, it has a ton of low end torque that continues through the entire rpm range. I am very happy with this bike and I am glad I did the big bore kit. I know I would have been happy with any brand of 300 - 450, but I really like this project because it was something I was able to tinker with and build myself.

 

[sixstringsteve]

awesome. Great learning experience!

 

[Tonkaman]

... I really like this project because it was something I was able to tinker and build myself.

You hit the nail on the head there. I'm glad it's been such a positive experience for you. Congratulations on your first major rebuild

 

[Gravy]

Good for you. Satisfaction is hard to come by.

 

[Marsh99]

I just received my new Acerbis 3.7 gallon tank today and will post up a picture after the install.

 

[Tonkaman]

Is the big bore draining your gas tank faster?

 

[Marsh99]

Is the big bore draining your gas tank faster?

The stock tank is 1.9 gallons and with the stock motor I would get about 150 miles to the tank. With the bigbore kit and carb I am getting just over 100.

 

[Tonkaman]

Ouch that's a big hit. Mine more than doubled its fuel consumption. That's a major drawback IMO. That big tank is going to definitely change things. Hopefully it fits your needs right. I went from 1.8 to 4.0 and it really wore me out