Just bought my new bike 07 trx400ex

[casey_lamm]

Just got a new bike, its an 07 TRX 400 EX. PAID 4250.00 OUT THE DOOR...NO TAX, ETC.. Bike runs pretty darn good...its very fun..


Ok so being new to this bike, what do i need to know...

What mods are essential in your opinion.

I don't want to break the bank...so bang for the buck is the name of the game.



My other choice was a honda 450r or yzf 450...I had the money, but this bike is going to be used for fun trail rides in PA and WV. The 450's just seemed too much work and not enough fun...so I went with this...and I think the price was right. What do you guys think?

[Ruby Soho]

4250.00 is a nice price:p i think the first mods you should do are deffinatly Nerf bars. then for engine get an HMF slipon and a UNI air filter.

[casey_lamm]

I think the first one is going to be the hmf...the factory exhaust just sounds so weak...

Does this make it sound more like a race bike?


Originally posted by Ruby Soho
4250.00 is a nice price:p i think the first mods you should do are deffinatly Nerf bars. then for engine get an HMF slipon and a UNI air filter.

[gilliam2364]

sparks :devil:

[casey_lamm]

forgive me I am very new at this... whats are sparks besides plugs, wires, and things that shock you... ;)


Originally posted by gilliam2364
sparks :devil:

[casey_lamm]

also if you vote that its not a good price please tell me what they are going for in your area.

[redexridr002]

Sparks is a pipe "Curtis Sparks"

I think you got a good deal ....get a K&N air filter
No im not saying get that bcuz i do i know from experience you can buy a recharger kit for it and its ready to go again

I would look into White Bros

[casey_lamm]

Thanks for the explanation. Im going to do something with the exhaust for sure...not sure yet, weighing the options.
Originally posted by redexridr002
Sparks is a pipe "Curtis Sparks"

I think you got a good deal ....get a K&N air filter
No im not saying get that bcuz i do i know from experience you can buy a recharger kit for it and its ready to go again

I would look into White Bros

[redexridr002]

Its cool i just asked it i should get a rossier pipe fr my 400 and a guy said pretty sure they don't make Rossier pipe for a 400 i felt pretty dumb but whatever i didn't know just shoppin around you know

[400eXr1d3rZ]

DASA pipe, UNI Filter, Nerfs, and tires, or instead of tires revalved shocks and an axle.

[sc400ex_rider]

i would spend the mony on gas and just ride!!!!!!!!! dont start modding till its out of warranty. you got one of the most reliable quads on the planet. enjoy :) :D ;) :p

[TWISTED DINLI]

thats a pretty good deal, out the door.

definatly get a full system exhaust, get it rejeted, and get a UNI filter.

[miller821]

Originally posted by 400eXr1d3rZ
DASA pipe, UNI Filter, Nerfs, and tires, or instead of tires revalved shocks and an axle.

Don't think they make the DASA pipe for the 400.

As for as mods- Pipe (HMF,Sparks, White Brothers); Air Filter (K&N or Uni); Shocks (450r's are cheap, or go all out with some elka's, works, etc); Nerfs; and whatever else your heart desires.

Get acquainted with what you have now then figure out what you want to do as far as upgrades. (Shocks, steering stabilizer, a-arms, tires, etc.)

[400eXr1d3rZ]

Originally posted by ride hard man
Don't think they make the DASA pipe for the 400.

As for as mods- Pipe (HMF,Sparks, White Brothers); Air Filter (K&N or Uni); Shocks (450r's are cheap, or go all out with some elka's, works, etc); Nerfs; and whatever else your heart desires.

Get acquainted with what you have now then figure out what you want to do as far as upgrades. (Shocks, steering stabilizer, a-arms, tires, etc.)

Ohh!!! I thought he said he bought a 450r, my mistake:devil:

[400ex_rider13]

ive i were you, suspension would be on the top of my list. +2 a arms, 450r front shocks get em revalved & rebounded, and then a +2 rear axle, rear linkage and then get the back shock revalved & rebounded too, and then id get an exhaust..but thats just my 2 cents..you have an awesome quad on your hands, treat her well;)

[casey_lamm]

great advice from all...really appreciated...

I have decided not to mod till the warrenty is out. :) Right now, what im looking for is a little more aggressive pickup in 1st and 2nd and some more top end speed in 5th. Also it has to sound better! Like a racing quad. Not a like my moms 350 utility bike..well ok it does sound a little better then that factory...I think you all know the sound im looking for! :)



Originally posted by ride hard man
Don't think they make the DASA pipe for the 400.

As for as mods- Pipe (HMF,Sparks, White Brothers); Air Filter (K&N or Uni); Shocks (450r's are cheap, or go all out with some elka's, works, etc); Nerfs; and whatever else your heart desires.

Get acquainted with what you have now then figure out what you want to do as far as upgrades. (Shocks, steering stabilizer, a-arms, tires, etc.)

[sc400ex_rider]

deff rejet for easier starting... take the airbox lid off and adjust the slack out of your throttle cable. prob not even getting full throttle. you can also take the chrome cap off the muffler. all can easilly be put back on. that should hold you for a little while :D :) ;) :p

[TYayo420]

for a new 07 that is a good price who the hell thinks its too much? i can see for a left over 05 maybe but still for brand new that is a good price, you must be cheap if you think that is expensive for a new quad and have a 92 beater you ride.

[Yak]

If you're riding the woods in PA the first thing I'd buy is a good set of six ply tires. The trails around here will chew up and spit out a set of stock tires in no time. No tires=no ride..

[Kaleigh]

best mods to start with would be.. gripper seat.. nerf bars.. handlebars.. grips and a bumper to protect your a arms(if you do alot of trail riding)..

[TYayo420]

oh forgot to add what the best first mods would be....pipe/jettin and air filter first, then nerfs, suspension and tires, and then do motor work.

[Batavia's450r]

get nerfs first broken legs suck and itl help it will be a bit safer... then exhaust... the stock filter breaths fine just keep it clean... and then ride it and decide for yourself wat you feel would be a good upgrade with your riding style

[casey_lamm]

Couldn't agree more with this! These were already purchased, just not going to mount them till i rip the factory...why waste new tires.

Good thought...

The back was picked up by my dad to take back to WV where we have a large farm. As soon as my wife has our 1st kid, I will get to ride it again. Until then, I will miss it. :)

Its like getting a new toy but not being able to play with it for a mth....


Also, I don't have a problem starting mine. I use the directions in the owners manual and it seems fine. Today it was pretty warm out. I started it at choke setting one, let it idle for a few mins, then set to off and it was fine the rest of the day. Do many people have trouble getting them started?



Originally posted by Yak
If you're riding the woods in PA the first thing I'd buy is a good set of six ply tires. The trails around here will chew up and spit out a set of stock tires in no time. No tires=no ride..

[procircuit406ex]

In the cold...have fun is all I can say

[hornetgod13]

Too good of a deal! I can see perhaps $5,250 but, seriously doubt you got an 07' for $4,250. I'd have to see a reciept. Anyone else feel the same way?

[procircuit406ex]

Originally posted by hornetgod13
Too good of a deal! I can see perhaps $5,250 but, seriously doubt you got an 07' for $4,250. I'd have to see a reciept. Anyone else feel the same way?

I was thinking something like that...ehh

[miller821]

Originally posted by hornetgod13
Too good of a deal! I can see perhaps $5,250 but, seriously doubt you got an 07' for $4,250. I'd have to see a reciept. Anyone else feel the same way?

Got mine brand new for 4500 before the '05s were out... But we also got 2 of em then....So...Myth is plausible.

[hornetgod13]

Originally posted by ride hard man
Got mine brand new for 4500 before the '05s were out... But we also got 2 of em then....So...Myth is plausible.

I say the myth is BUSTED! The 08' models are not out yet and the MSRP on a new 07' is $5,999. There is NO WAY he got a brand new 07' for $4,250. Either he got a REPO or that's not the true out the door cost. I'd need to see proof.

[casey_lamm]

All, it wasn't bought from a showroom! It had one owner that never rode it. I can show the receipt and registration at 4250.00

He paid 5500.00

Sorry for the misunderstanding...

Make more sense now.


Originally posted by hornetgod13
Too good of a deal! I can see perhaps $5,250 but, seriously doubt you got an 07' for $4,250. I'd have to see a reciept. Anyone else feel the same way?

mods for pa trails...notice i am in pa and know that i ride trails 90% of the time...

to begin with, adjust the levers, throttle and pedals to where you are comfortable

1st-chassis skid and swing arm skid...the chassis skid can eb of any thinkness, but the swing arm skid needs to be .250 thick or it will ebnd into your rotor and sprocket. i suggest armadillo and prm

2nd-suspension/steering/control-get a steering stabilizer...the stick type such as this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-Honda-TRX-400EX-Steering-Stabilizer-Damper-L-K_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43972QQihZ015QQitemZ2 50125915472QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW will do. it will take away the jerkiness of the bars when you bump a log or rock on the side. ther rear shock needs ome work...revalve it so it don't buck up on you anymore...you will notice this the first time you jump it...the rear end will come up after take off and the bike will nose down on you. then you will notice the fronts needs some work...elka rec series shoul,d be fine for your needs...gripper seat covers keep you planted on the bike and in control...after a while you may realize that the stock bars could use differnt bends or heights...that is when you take care of that.


now that you have the suspension set to handle the power you have and even more than you have, time to do some performance mods...any aftermarket filter(and keep it clean) with a full exhuast will help out there...

ya already have new tires and know whenyou want to put them on...so....

[casey_lamm]

Also, I knew the owner that bought it...so I know what he told me was true. As well the bike was mint, all the little fringe things were on the tires, and they even had that red/orange oil pen ring still on them.

I didn't mean to imply that it was bought from a dealer...my mistake...

that being said, it still should be a great deal.


At the same time I picked this up I looked at a 05 with 10hrs on it so the dealer says (i have my doubts) I got them down to 3500 before I gave up and went w/the 07.
Originally posted by casey_lamm
All, it wasn't bought from a showroom! It had one owner that never rode it. I can show the receipt and registration at 4250.00

He paid 5500.00

Sorry for the misunderstanding...

Make more sense now.

[hornetgod13]

You said in your original post that it was "New" and "Out the Door" price was..... Sounded like a dealership buy to me.

[casey_lamm]

Yup, thats what I said...new as in not riden...and new to me...


Out the door was that I didn't have to pay tax...but I can see how it was taken...sorry about that...


So that being said...whats your thoughts.
Originally posted by hornetgod13
You said in your original post that it was "New" and "Out the Door" price was..... Sounded like a dealership buy to me.

[hornetgod13]

$4,250 for a "Like New" 2007 400EX is a fantastic price. Post a picture or two when you get a chance.

[casey_lamm]

good idea. coming up.


Originally posted by hornetgod13
$4,250 for a "Like New" 2007 400EX is a fantastic price. Post a picture or two when you get a chance.

[casey_lamm]

Front view....the other pics are on my cell phone...Ill see if I can d/l them.

[procircuit406ex]

Looks good you got a steal on that price too;)

[casey_lamm]

here are some more but they were with a cell phone so they stink


Originally posted by procircuit406ex
Looks good you got a steal on that price too;)

[casey_lamm]

another

Originally posted by casey_lamm
here are some more but they were with a cell phone so they stink

[casey_lamm]

three of four
Originally posted by casey_lamm
another

[casey_lamm]

last one
Originally posted by casey_lamm
three of four

[hornetgod13]

Looks good. I remember when mine was that new/stock. It was just over a year ago. Seems a lot longer.

[casey_lamm]

Yea its very stock...too stock. That will change in due time. Just need to have some time to work on it. Our trip to pick it up was interrupted by my wife calling to say she had to goto the hospital...false alarm. She is due in 2 weeks.

Where were you when your baby was born...buying a 4 wheeler
:devil:

[dragex400]

Where do you live in central, PA. I live in central PA.

[casey_lamm]

lancaster, you?
Originally posted by dragex400
Where do you live in central, PA. I live in central PA.

[dragex400]

I live in Huntingdon. I guess thats about a three hour trip. right? You gotta deal and your 400. Get nerfs and at least a swingarm skid first, then a chasis skid if you have enough money. I have a pro armour swing arm skid .25 thickness.