A great day on the dunes with the YZ400!

FastDoc · 01-28-2012, 10:11 PM

I LOVE riding on the sand dunes :P ! It was just a matter of having the right tool for the job and the YZ fits the bill perfectly. I love the power, suspension, and chassis on this bike 8O . It makes all things easier.

Before long I was going up and down stepp tall sand dunes without fear. I never had such a good time there before. All the stuff I'd AVOID on the other bikes because it was too deep or too steep and I'd get stuck I was seeking out today :P .

This critter has amazing power. Leave it in third. If it starts to slow down too much don't bother downshifting, just flick your wrist and the wheelspin gets you on top of the sand RIGHT NOW!

FastDoc and FastBike.

No sidestand yet. I just dig it into the sand to stay upright while I rested.

A BEAUTIFUL day today. We had a large group of friends and friend's friends. :P

FastDoc cooling off. Riding this beast on the dunes is a workout! Don't worry, the camera adds 10 pounds. I don't really have a pooch... :roll:

The YZ cooling off.

My buddy Roger. He's looking at a YZ400 Tuesday. :P

What a great day with great people. Life is VERY good. :P

Weldangrind · 01-29-2012, 02:20 AM

I covet your bike. The only bike I'd like more than that is the WR version. Thanks for the pics.

FastDoc · 01-29-2012, 03:02 PM

I rode a WR450 yesterday also.

Even MORE power, softer/smoother ride, lights, and electric start. An awesome machine.

My surprising take home message from riding the 400 was...

More power and less weight seems to be safer and easier to ride.

SpudRider · 01-30-2012, 05:14 AM

Thanks for posting the nice photos, Doc.

I agree; stronger and lighter is a safer, more enjoyable combination.

Spud

SuperTimmy · 02-03-2012, 12:19 AM

Wow! Nice bike Doc! That thing looks like fun! The places you guys get to ride look like a heck of a good time too! Happy riding.

FastDoc · 02-03-2012, 12:54 AM

Thanks Timmy. Indeed the wide open West has some great riding opportunities.

01-28-2012, 10:11 PM	#1
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	A great day on the dunes with the YZ400! I LOVE riding on the sand dunes :P ! It was just a matter of having the right tool for the job and the YZ fits the bill perfectly. I love the power, suspension, and chassis on this bike 8O . It makes all things easier. Before long I was going up and down stepp tall sand dunes without fear. I never had such a good time there before. All the stuff I'd AVOID on the other bikes because it was too deep or too steep and I'd get stuck I was seeking out today :P . This critter has amazing power. Leave it in third. If it starts to slow down too much don't bother downshifting, just flick your wrist and the wheelspin gets you on top of the sand RIGHT NOW! FastDoc and FastBike. No sidestand yet. I just dig it into the sand to stay upright while I rested. A BEAUTIFUL day today. We had a large group of friends and friend's friends. :P FastDoc cooling off. Riding this beast on the dunes is a workout! Don't worry, the camera adds 10 pounds. I don't really have a pooch... :roll: The YZ cooling off. My buddy Roger. He's looking at a YZ400 Tuesday. :P What a great day with great people. Life is VERY good. :P __________________ Happy to serve.
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01-29-2012, 02:20 AM	#2
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I covet your bike. The only bike I'd like more than that is the WR version. Thanks for the pics. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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01-29-2012, 03:02 PM	#3
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I rode a WR450 yesterday also. Even MORE power, softer/smoother ride, lights, and electric start. An awesome machine. My surprising take home message from riding the 400 was... More power and less weight seems to be safer and easier to ride. __________________ Happy to serve.
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01-30-2012, 05:14 AM	#4
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for posting the nice photos, Doc. I agree; stronger and lighter is a safer, more enjoyable combination. Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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02-03-2012, 12:54 AM	#6
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Thanks Timmy. Indeed the wide open West has some great riding opportunities. __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-03-2012, 12:19 AM	#5
SuperTimmy Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NC Posts: 88	Wow! Nice bike Doc! That thing looks like fun! The places you guys get to ride look like a heck of a good time too! Happy riding.
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