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CRF450r Oil Dissapearing

Fri, 22 Apr 2016 23:15:40 -0700

Hey, I recently got myself a 2004 CRF450r and it's great fun. My first four stroke, whole different ride.

Was missing some bolts, patched it up quick. I ran the bike around the neighborhood, the oil in the sightglass dissapeared like it should. It came back down a few hours later, I did the same thing the next day, this time it didn't come back down? Now the spot around the sight glass, the crank case, has been bone dry. I did an oil change, and a nice amount still came out. Changed the filter too. Put the new stuff in and ran the bike. It dissapeared again so I just added more until I could see it in the glass. The bike doesn't smoke at all

It doesn't have any leaks, just a few drips and spits. When I do run it, It looks like oil gets blasted around the front sprocket and chain guide by the rear axle. It had a top end done about 6 months ago. Ive been calling a bunch of dealers, all around CA and NV, and I've heard everything from it's in the airbox, tranny, its burning, its in the fuel tank, etc. I've done the straight up and down thing. Can't seem to figure it out

Should I just run it, should I take it in? Where the hell is this oil going?

Just in case you didn't know...

Fri, 25 Sep 2015 01:31:36 -0700

gravity hurts!

That is all.

- J

My Jeeps in dirt

Tue, 18 Mar 2014 06:32:58 -0700

A few trips with my Jeeps. Great for Off road use out side a Dual sport or dirt bike.
1998 GC - Pic is in gravel pit. Good jeep sucks the axles are c-clipped easy to break. So change to Dana 44s
2005 TJ Sport - great lil rig used a lot in Death Valley.
2006 TJ Rubicon - great lil rig (night shot before mods in wash along Kyle Canyon) The Day shots are the back way into Utah from the I-15 heading west then North.

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Dirt Ride this weekend ? (2/15/2014)

Fri, 14 Feb 2014 15:19:21 -0800

I think I'll go riding dirt this weekend.
Either Saturday, or Sunday after the red rock ride.

Anybody interested ?

Tomy ? That Guy ? Falcon ? Dough ?

Dirt ride - 12/28/2013 - no place picked out yet

Fri, 27 Dec 2013 20:52:19 -0800

I'll be riding some dirt tomorrow if anyone is interested.
No set time, no set place.

Dirt bikes, dual-sports, 4x4's welcome.
Newbies, seasoned also welcomed.

Let me know if anyone is interested and we'll coordinate specifics.

It will not be a long/all-day ride.
Probably a few hours.

Dune Time!

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 17:27:13 -0700

image.jpg (Size: 268.91 KB / Downloads: 0) Dune Time! Just got my tags! :yahoo:Only took a month to get them. Going to track day on Nov 2 so hopefully sometime in Nov before Thanksgiving. Will post up when I know

Proper way to turn around on the trail

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 18:07:12 -0700

As demonstrated by our very own Dougie Fresh! (DougK35)

Enjoy!

- Justin

Memorial Day Antics (The highlight reel)

Thu, 30 May 2013 09:28:42 -0700

just a teaser of the tomfoolery Freddy and I were up to last Monday.

Enjoy!

- Justin

New Date! [5-11-13] Off-Road - SATURDAY Potosi Mt. Loop 9AM

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:00:36 -0700

SATURDAY! LETS DO EET! Meet at the gas station at the intersection of 160 and 159 at 9AM!

Have not done this route before so we will figure it out from there. I will have maps and GPS. There is a little bit of pave to deal with so caution must be used if your not plated

31 miles

http://adventures.garmin.com/en-US/by/db...YuqY7XbNyw

- Justin

[4/27/13] Saturday Off-Road Ride - Mt. Charleston - NOON!

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:24:14 -0700

Saturday Off-Road Ride - Mt. Charleston
(Cardio ride with minimum breaks/stops)

When: NOON Saturday, 4/27
Where: The Parking Lot at Kyle Canyon Rd. and 95 (the first parking lot once you turn off 95)
Route: park and unload at Kyle Canyon & Buena Vista St. Head south form there. We can explore the many trails. No real route in mind. The trails are mostly double-track but there may be some single track in there as well. This is for beginer to intermediate riders.
Who: Anyone with a dirt bike (preferred), or ATV (more challenging but doable). This trail is NOT for Jeeps (Unless you are VERY confident in your abilities) Be physically prepared! I call this spot the gym. It is extreme cardio and minimal breaks and stops. BRING LOTS OF WATER!

I wont go alone so will only plan to meet up if there are for sure others coming so POST UP YOUR INS!

I also have room in my truck for one more dirt bike so i can come and assist in transport if need be.

Freddy, lets do it! Get your rads and get em installed!!!!!!!

Example of the terrain:

[4/21/13] - Mt. Charleston Off-Road - 1:00pm

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 06:39:11 -0700

Saturday Off-Road Ride - Mt. Charleston
(Cardio ride with minimum breaks/stops)

When: 1:00PM Sunday, 4/21
Where: The Parking Lot at Kyle Canyon Rd. and 95 (the first parking lot once you turn off 95)
Route: park and unload at Kyle Canyon & Buena Vista St. Head south form there. We can explore the many trails. No real route in mind. The trails are mostly double-track but there may be some single track in there as well. This is for beginer to intermediate riders.
Who: Anyone with a dirt bike (preferred), or ATV (more challenging but doable). This trail is NOT for Jeeps (Unless you are VERY confident in your abilities) Be physically prepared! I call this spot the gym. It is extreme cardio and minimal breaks and stops. BRING LOTS OF WATER!

I wont go alone so will only plan to meet up if there are for sure others coming so POST UP YOUR INS!

I also have room in my truck for one more dirt bike so i can come and assist in transport if need be.

Freddy, lets do it! Get your rads and get em installed!!!!!!!

Example of the terrain:

You know what sucks?

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:26:02 -0700

Popping your clutch cable 12 miles from you truck in some of the nastiest loose river rock and boulders.

The return trip was...... Interesting for lack of a better word.

Who's up for a ride next week when my new clutch cable shows up?

- J

Registering Dirtbike with the DMV?

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:17:26 -0700

I believe its the law now. Is it enforced? And if so do just take you're title to the DMV?

Thinkin about heading out to play in the mud 1/26

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 08:10:02 -0800

Going to take out my now running FL-250 odyssey to test it out and play in the mud a bit. anyone interested in joining? Thinking either apex or the lake bed north of the Loves off the 15 (5 minutes north of the race track)

Let me know. This is still a maybe but will update in a little bit.

- J

Freddy, when are we gonna do this trail?

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 10:36:03 -0800

Im sure you will do just fine... just dont look down.

I have been on something similar, just not quite as..... narrow.

- Justin

Devil Dash!

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 09:36:06 -0800

Anyone down for this???

Returning in 2013! - Devil Dash 5k at Bootleg Canyon Park. New obstacles, more obstacles, more mud, and more beer in the Beer Garden of Eden. Devil Dash Sin City is returning in March 2013 so all you sinners can repent, again. The race sold out last year so don't procrastinate. Get your friends and family to come face their fears and conquer the seven deadly sins in this adventurous 5k.

The Devil in the Dark! - New this year with be the night race. For those of you fearless enough to face the Devil in the dark you can try the night race on Friday March 22nd. Wear your devilish dayglow costumes and streak across the night. Same course as the day race along with beer and bands. The Devil comes out at Night!

Course Map: Click on the map to see obstacle photos. Photos shown are from a variety of different race venues. Each venues course and obstacles are unique, utilizing both natural and constructed obstacles along the route. Prepare to enter Purgatory!

[Sunday, Dec 16th, 2012] Rocky Gap Road

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:33:45 -0800

NOTE: if you don't have an off-road vehicle, get in touch with others that have 4x4's. Perhaps you can ride with them.

This is a double track off road trail that starts inside of the Red Rock loop and continues into the other side of the mountains into Lovell Canyon.
I believe it's just under 10 miles each way.

There are boulders on the road, so if your off-road vehicle has low clearance, it might be tricky. Generally, any stock off road vehicle should be able to make it.

Dual-sports and dirt bikes should have no problem. But do wear your gear as this is not simple hard packed dirt.

Bring your 4x4, dual sports, dirt bikes, ATVs, mountain bikes, or whatever else you want to use.

When: 9:00AM, Sunday, December 16, 2012
Where: Dunkin Donuts on Charleston (last stoplight on the way to Red Rock, on the right).

After Dunkin Donuts, we will head to the Red Rock loop.

The plan is to ride from the Red Rock side to the Lovell Canyon side, then turn back around and head back to the Red Rock side.

If you are trailering, you can park at the parking area just before we hit the dirt. There you can off-load and continue with the group.

Plates are not needed on the dirt section, so you can trailer your dirt bike/ATV there and be ok.

[Sat Dec 1st, 2012] Rocky Gap Road @ Red Rock

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:43:25 -0800

Last minute deal...

Justin, Howie, and myself will be meeting at 9AM to go through Rocky Gap road once more.

Justing and I will be on bikes, and Howie will be in his Polaris RZR quad.

When: 9AM Sat Dec 1st 2012
Where: Dunkin Donuts (map)

We will probably park at the end of the paved road leading to Rocky Gap road inside of Red Rock, then ride through Rocky Gap road to the other side, then turn back and ride it again the other way.

SAND DUNE TIME

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:04:29 -0800

CANCELLED GOING TO REPOST FOR JANUARY BEGINING OF FEBRUARY

where : amargosa
when : dec 29th-30th
why: to play in the sand
I will be heading out friday night the 28th

the big dunes are about 100 mile from las vegas on the 95
Name: Amargosa Dunes aka Big Dune
Location:
Southwestern Nevada, 100 miles northwest of Las Vegas on Highway 95

Description:
Amargosa or Big Dune is a playground that covers about five square miles of dunes and dips, and its centerpiece is a peak that tops out at 500 feet. These hills, about 100 miles northwest of Las Vegas, are a well-kept secret and mostly used by locals, but expect to find plenty of other off-roaders on the weekends. Remember to pack plenty of water and food. Amargosa Valley is 29 miles south of Beatty on U.S. 95.

Big Dune is a unique place in southern Nevada. It is 1.5 square mile complex star dune that reaches 2,731 feet above sea level.

Base Elevation - 2435 ft.

Directions to Amargosa:
The dunes are located north of Amargosa Valley, south of Beatty and just off of Highway 95.

From the south:

Drive 7.6 miles from the junction of Hwy 95 and Hwy 373.
Turn left on Valley View and drive about two miles west.
Turn right on a dirt road leading to the dunes (usually there are various arrows near the turn painted on the pavement).
There aren’t any official signs until you get to the dunes.

From Beatty:

Drive 19.1 miles south on Hwy 95 from the junction of Hwy 95 and Hwy 374.
Turn right on Valley View and drive about two miles west.
Turn right on a dirt road leading to the dunes (usually there are various arrows near the turn painted on the pavement).

Area Managed By: Bureau of Land Management - Pahrump Field Office
Fees: None
Rules:
Whip flag that extends 8 ft. from the ground

No person shall operate an off-highway vehicle in a manner likely to cause environmental damage. Do not run over vegetation.

Bring in, dispose of or possess any firewood containing nails, screws, or other metal hardware.

Spark arresters are required on all OHV's.

OHV Videos! Post 'em up!

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 16:10:33 -0800

Gonna try this out. Lets see some of your dirt videos!

Heres some of mine:

August 2010 - Rampart Range Colorado - Blaster 200 - This was in its stock original form...

September 2010 - Walden Sand Dunes, Colorado - My IT490 (Zoe) in stock form also...

March 2011 - Rampart Range Colorado - Zoe. This was an *interesting day*

More coming later.

- Justin