Secrets out - Pitster LXT 400 - Page 2

daddy469 · 08-28-2010, 02:28 AM

I don't live in Canada (although this bike, me, and wifey are going up to Nelson BC next summer). I got it from:
http://www.pitsterpro.com/bike/specs/id/37
and although I could have ordered it online, I choose to speak to a real live individual at: (801) 796-7416. Gary was his name, a no nonsense down to business fellow who took time to answer my umpteen million emails and get my bike to my door this Friday afternoon. Perspective check: I ordered it Wendsday Morning. As long as I get my paperwork and the DMV doesn't give me a headache I'll give it all an A+ for effort, product, and the fact that I didn't get a migrain.

It is a six speed, it does 80MPH easily and doesn't vibrate my dental work. Best part: It isn't scarry at all. Just rock solid. I got nervous only because it was 80 in a 35, I don't have plates, and I live here and would be quite embarassed to get pulled over - but there is a 1/2 mile stretch of straight country road.....

Until tomorrow
Daddy 8)

davidsonsgccc · 08-28-2010, 06:08 AM

the bike sounds cool. i bet we see alot more of them on this forum in the future.

alkamp · 08-28-2010, 12:37 PM

Nice. I wonder if it could get a plate in Kalifornia .....

Weldangrind · 08-28-2010, 12:46 PM

Nelson is one of the finest places on the planet. Have you been there before?

What is that engine patterned after? Congrats on the new bike!

SpudRider · 08-28-2010, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

Nelson is one of the finest places on the planet. Have you been there before?

What is that engine patterned after? Congrats on the new bike!

One rumor states the engine is a clone from a Yamaha ATV, but I have not been able to verify that rumor.

The bike looks great!

I might be riding the Zong down to Utah; if so, I would like to stop by and inspect the LXT 400.

Spud

Cal25 · 08-28-2010, 03:20 PM

First confirmed owner of one of these. It really looks great too. Sounds like your off to a great start. Congratulations!

MICRider · 08-28-2010, 04:48 PM

As far as the trip odometer is concerned, according to the specs you linked to, a digital speedo with trip odometer is supposed to be standard? Does yours have the digital speedo? If so maybe there is some way to access a menu to display trip miles. I know it's a PITA to not have a trip meter, for some reason my Konker didn't have one either. Without a gas gauge you almost have to have one. Nice looking bike!

Cheers,
Stew

Edit: Ahh, just saw your pics. It doesn't have the digital speedo. The instrument cluster looks exactly like my Konkers did except where your temp gauge is I had a tach. Beautiful bike!

daddy469 · 08-28-2010, 05:13 PM

Pictures pictures!

Lots of dust on the engine already 8)

I'll post more when the view changes

Daddy 8)

SpudRider · 08-29-2010, 01:14 AM

Thanks for posting the photos; the bike looks great.

When you have the opportunity, please post photos of the "naked" bike, sans fuel tank, seat, plastic, et cetera. How comfortable is the saddle?

Spud

mizke · 08-29-2010, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpudRider

Thanks for posting the photos; the bike looks great.

When you have the opportunity, please post photos of the "naked" bike, sans fuel tank, seat, plastic, et cetera. How comfortable is the saddle?

Spud

you pondering upgrading to one ?

dwholler · 08-29-2010, 02:06 AM

Very Nice! I have a Honda XR650L (heavy and tall) and the Zong Sierra 200 (lighter and smaller).. This seems like a great middle alternative.

When delivered, what prep was involved to get it in running condition?
Just putting on the front wheel and connecting the battery?

BillR · 08-29-2010, 05:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daddy469

Pictures pictures!
Lots of dust on the engine already 8)
I'll post more when the view changes

Daddy 8)

Very nice bike. Looking forward to the ride reviews.
Bill R

daddy469 · 08-29-2010, 12:36 PM

It will be a while before I take it all apart and take pictures. The seat is pretty stiff, but it feels that way because it is new I think (hope). THe actual seating position is great tho. Even 2-up it is comfortable.

Daddy 8)

alan566 · 08-29-2010, 02:25 PM

what brand of tire is on your bike?

daddy469 · 08-29-2010, 07:17 PM

The tires are "Kings Tire". Made in Japan 8)
Daddy 8)

08-28-2010, 06:08 AM	#17
davidsonsgccc Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chickamauga, Ga. Posts: 278	the bike sounds cool. i bet we see alot more of them on this forum in the future. __________________ my help may not be the best but it is free+-Seek ye first the kingdom of GOD
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08-28-2010, 12:46 PM	#19
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Nelson is one of the finest places on the planet. Have you been there before? What is that engine patterned after? Congrats on the new bike! __________________ 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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08-29-2010, 01:14 AM	#24
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for posting the photos; the bike looks great. When you have the opportunity, please post photos of the "naked" bike, sans fuel tank, seat, plastic, et cetera. How comfortable is the saddle? 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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08-29-2010, 02:25 PM	#29
alan566 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartwell, GA Posts: 187	what brand of tire is on your bike? __________________ Zongshen Sierra Mods: knock off DRC Edge II Taillight , FMF Turbine Core 2 Silencer, Halogen bulb, 18" Wheels, Real Tires
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08-28-2010, 02:28 AM	#16
daddy469 Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 293	I don't live in Canada (although this bike, me, and wifey are going up to Nelson BC next summer). I got it from: http://www.pitsterpro.com/bike/specs/id/37 and although I could have ordered it online, I choose to speak to a real live individual at: (801) 796-7416. Gary was his name, a no nonsense down to business fellow who took time to answer my umpteen million emails and get my bike to my door this Friday afternoon. Perspective check: I ordered it Wendsday Morning. As long as I get my paperwork and the DMV doesn't give me a headache I'll give it all an A+ for effort, product, and the fact that I didn't get a migrain. It is a six speed, it does 80MPH easily and doesn't vibrate my dental work. Best part: It isn't scarry at all. Just rock solid. I got nervous only because it was 80 in a 35, I don't have plates, and I live here and would be quite embarassed to get pulled over - but there is a 1/2 mile stretch of straight country road..... Until tomorrow Daddy 8)
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08-28-2010, 12:37 PM	#18
alkamp Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 93	Nice. I wonder if it could get a plate in Kalifornia .....
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08-28-2010, 03:20 PM	#21
Cal25 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Terrell and Grapevine Tx. Posts: 1,585	First confirmed owner of one of these. It really looks great too. Sounds like your off to a great start. Congratulations!
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08-28-2010, 04:48 PM	#22
MICRider Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 3,274	As far as the trip odometer is concerned, according to the specs you linked to, a digital speedo with trip odometer is supposed to be standard? Does yours have the digital speedo? If so maybe there is some way to access a menu to display trip miles. I know it's a PITA to not have a trip meter, for some reason my Konker didn't have one either. Without a gas gauge you almost have to have one. Nice looking bike! Cheers, Stew Edit: Ahh, just saw your pics. It doesn't have the digital speedo. The instrument cluster looks exactly like my Konkers did except where your temp gauge is I had a tach. Beautiful bike!
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08-28-2010, 05:13 PM	#23
daddy469 Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 293	Pictures pictures! Lots of dust on the engine already 8) I'll post more when the view changes Daddy 8)
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08-29-2010, 02:06 AM	#26
dwholler Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 56	Very Nice! I have a Honda XR650L (heavy and tall) and the Zong Sierra 200 (lighter and smaller).. This seems like a great middle alternative. When delivered, what prep was involved to get it in running condition? Just putting on the front wheel and connecting the battery?
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08-29-2010, 12:36 PM	#28
daddy469 Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 293	It will be a while before I take it all apart and take pictures. The seat is pretty stiff, but it feels that way because it is new I think (hope). THe actual seating position is great tho. Even 2-up it is comfortable. Daddy 8)
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08-29-2010, 07:17 PM	#30
daddy469 Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 293	The tires are "Kings Tire". Made in Japan 8) Daddy 8)
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