A ride with my town's Police Commander. - Page 4

Wild_Alaskan · 02-22-2013, 01:46 PM

so the equipment should be available, but the one in the photo may be a European model or something. I bet the dealer would have some insight

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 01:57 PM

The one's I've seen do not have any lights.... Will call dealer and ask.

No lights or kickstand on the ones on Husky's US website...

http://husqvarna-motorcyclesna.com/p...?pid=63&cid=23

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 02:19 PM

On the other hand for the same money I can get the 511 four stroke...

http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2...-511-106853862

SpudRider · 02-22-2013, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

On the other hand for the same money I can get the 511 four stroke...

http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2...-511-106853862

I believe I called that dealer in regard to a low price on a new WR250R. He added a bunch of bogus fees to the "advertised" price. :roll: However, my memory might be wrong. It doesn't hurt to give him a telephone call.

Spud

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 03:42 PM

You remember correctly. About $500 bogus charges. However, even so, it wourks out to be a good deal.

SpudRider · 02-22-2013, 03:51 PM

You're correct; that's still a great deal.

Sadly, I just heard a rumor the Huskies have problems with the fuel injector pumps. :roll: I don't know if it true. :?

Spud

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 04:05 PM

Don't know. I don't have a reliable source of Husky data, and I remain concerned about the change in ownership...

Where did you hear that? I wonder which years/models?

For the performance of a KTM, more panache of an exotic, and 2/3 the price it remains tempting though.

SpudRider · 02-22-2013, 04:14 PM

I heard the rumor on ADVRider. I also seem to remember reading it in the past somewhere else. :roll: If the rumor was true, perhaps Husky fixed the problem.

A Google search should yield enough information to help one make a purchase decision.

Why don't you get a CRF450X? I'm sure you could find a great deal on that bike. It has a headlight, tail light, and electric starter.

Spud

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 04:32 PM

I am considering the 450X also but...

What I read about it it may not suit me. Lower low end power by class standards, about 20-30 lbs heavier than it's competition, dodgy Honda titanium valves, carbureted when all it's competition is EFI, no updates at all since it's introduction in 2005, very small tank, short gearing (poor for any highway use) 5 speed, etc.

It just doesn't 'speak' to me...

Out of the Japanese bikes, of which there are really only two, I prefer the WR450. Better transmission ratios, EFI, better low end power, a little lighter, bigger tank, and a more bulletproof engine (by reputation).

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 04:40 PM

I have ridden the 450X also. It just felt heavy to me, and slow to turn. The power felt fine but it needed to be revved more than, lets say, my YZ400F to get the power going. First gear felt a tad too high, and the other ratios were packed in too tightly for my taste. I like a wide ratio transmission, especially on an bike that I want to D/S.

The Achille's heel of the big X is also it's radiators. They are big enough to cool a F150! The stick out more than a bit and are vunerable to crash damage. This has been an issue for the person who's 450X I had the privelage of riding.

I have not yet ridden the new WR450, or any new Husky. I have ridden a few KTMs though. :wink:

FastDoc · 02-22-2013, 04:55 PM

It's kinda confusing. I may just stick with my KLX

. It works well, it's paid for, and looks and rides brand new 8) . I only wish it had more suspension for landing jumps, and more power for sand and maybe freeway. I also wish it had EFI for 9,000 foot Idaho mountains, and I wish it was quieter.

All those 'flaws' are pretty minor and easily overlooked. The key is to:
a) Enjoy it for what it is.
b) Get my adreniline fix on the YZ400F.
c) Stay off KTM's!

Another advantage of my mildly powered KLX is it has no desire to kill me, and costs almost nothing to maintain in terms of time or expense.

One of the nice things about the big bores is you still get tons of power with a quiet stock exhaust.

SpudRider · 02-22-2013, 06:06 PM

I agree; stick with the KLX250S. You have the YZ400F for your adrenaline fixes.

Spud

zingshoen · 02-25-2013, 12:08 AM

or you could try and get an orange zong d/s again. it fits like a glove :-)

FastDoc · 02-25-2013, 11:10 AM

You know what they say... Once assimilated you can't go back.... 8O

Are there any 55 HP Zongs?

SpudRider · 02-25-2013, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

You know what they say... Once assimilated you can't go back.... 8O

Are there any 55 HP Zongs?

A few modifications, and you could be the first Zongshen owner with a 55 hp engine.

Spud

02-22-2013, 01:46 PM	#46
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02-22-2013, 01:57 PM	#47
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	The one's I've seen do not have any lights.... Will call dealer and ask. No lights or kickstand on the ones on Husky's US website... http://husqvarna-motorcyclesna.com/p...?pid=63&cid=23 __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 02:19 PM	#48
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	On the other hand for the same money I can get the 511 four stroke... http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2...-511-106853862 __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 03:42 PM	#50
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	You remember correctly. About $500 bogus charges. However, even so, it wourks out to be a good deal. __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 03:51 PM	#51
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	You're correct; that's still a great deal. Sadly, I just heard a rumor the Huskies have problems with the fuel injector pumps. :roll: I don't know if it true. :? 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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02-22-2013, 04:05 PM	#52
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Don't know. I don't have a reliable source of Husky data, and I remain concerned about the change in ownership... Where did you hear that? I wonder which years/models? For the performance of a KTM, more panache of an exotic, and 2/3 the price it remains tempting though. __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 04:14 PM	#53
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I heard the rumor on ADVRider. I also seem to remember reading it in the past somewhere else. :roll: If the rumor was true, perhaps Husky fixed the problem. A Google search should yield enough information to help one make a purchase decision. Why don't you get a CRF450X? I'm sure you could find a great deal on that bike. It has a headlight, tail light, and electric starter. 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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02-22-2013, 04:32 PM	#54
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I am considering the 450X also but... What I read about it it may not suit me. Lower low end power by class standards, about 20-30 lbs heavier than it's competition, dodgy Honda titanium valves, carbureted when all it's competition is EFI, no updates at all since it's introduction in 2005, very small tank, short gearing (poor for any highway use) 5 speed, etc. It just doesn't 'speak' to me... Out of the Japanese bikes, of which there are really only two, I prefer the WR450. Better transmission ratios, EFI, better low end power, a little lighter, bigger tank, and a more bulletproof engine (by reputation). __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 04:40 PM	#55
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I have ridden the 450X also. It just felt heavy to me, and slow to turn. The power felt fine but it needed to be revved more than, lets say, my YZ400F to get the power going. First gear felt a tad too high, and the other ratios were packed in too tightly for my taste. I like a wide ratio transmission, especially on an bike that I want to D/S. The Achille's heel of the big X is also it's radiators. They are big enough to cool a F150! The stick out more than a bit and are vunerable to crash damage. This has been an issue for the person who's 450X I had the privelage of riding. I have not yet ridden the new WR450, or any new Husky. I have ridden a few KTMs though. :wink: __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 04:55 PM	#56
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	It's kinda confusing. I may just stick with my KLX . It works well, it's paid for, and looks and rides brand new 8) . I only wish it had more suspension for landing jumps, and more power for sand and maybe freeway. I also wish it had EFI for 9,000 foot Idaho mountains, and I wish it was quieter. All those 'flaws' are pretty minor and easily overlooked. The key is to: a) Enjoy it for what it is. b) Get my adreniline fix on the YZ400F. c) Stay off KTM's! Another advantage of my mildly powered KLX is it has no desire to kill me, and costs almost nothing to maintain in terms of time or expense. One of the nice things about the big bores is you still get tons of power with a quiet stock exhaust. __________________ Happy to serve.
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02-22-2013, 06:06 PM	#57
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I agree; stick with the KLX250S. You have the YZ400F for your adrenaline fixes. 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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02-25-2013, 12:08 AM	#58
zingshoen Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Posts: 648	or you could try and get an orange zong d/s again. it fits like a glove :-) __________________ 1971 Garelli Gulp 50cc with open ports and 16 mm Bing Carbie + 1980 Honda XL 223 ZS + 2007 Zongshen LZX200G + DR400SM
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02-25-2013, 11:10 AM	#59
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	You know what they say... Once assimilated you can't go back.... 8O Are there any 55 HP Zongs? __________________ Happy to serve.
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