my first ATV, a 2001 Honda 400ex

[KrackerG]

Hello exriders!

After riding my friend's 2004 5 weeks ago in the snow, I finally knew...I MUST HAVE ONE! I have ridden other 4-wheelers before in the past (BlasterS, WarriorS) This is my very first ATV,

2001 yellow 400 ex. In 2007, the following work was done:
440 stroker kit
new crank, chain, tensioners, clutch, gaskets, oil pump and filter. ($1900 job)

I absolutely L O V E this, it has wayyyyy more power than I think I ever need. I would like to fix up the front end some; 450r shocks, bushings, a-arms, etc. I ride mostly on the trails in the woods, rode twice for a few hours.
Any helpful advice would be greatly appreciated. I will list my mods below in my sig:

thanks! :)
Kracker G

[racerdan24]

Welcome Kracker.....You will not be dissapointed. good choice on shocks first off.....Next...proctect yourself! Good helmet and gear always is the best investment!

[KrackerG]

here is a photo as it sits.

so far the mods done include:

nerf bars
skid plate
red chain
black maier plastics
renthal bars
grips
seat (need new)
full exhaust (pipe says STAGE IV) (anyone know the brand?)

[KrackerG]

Originally posted by racerdan24
....proctect yourself! Good helmet and gear always is the best investment!

I think I need boots, and a chest protector.
So far, I have:

AXO helmet (had a $299 tag) - paid 99
Scott Voltage Pro googles - paid 30
Fox gloves - paid 20

[Tommy Warren]

I do believe the stage IV pipe is a trinity racing pipe, very nice system. If I were you I would get some front tires. they look better, help your handling big time, and makes the bike a lot safer on the trails.

nice looking bike!
ride it like you stole it!

[racerdan24]

Originally posted by KrackerG
I think I need boots, and a chest protector.
So far, I have:

AXO helmet (had a $299 tag) - paid 99
Scott Voltage Pro googles - paid 30
Fox gloves - paid 20

Oh yes...boots will definitely help.....Then head to the tire section and you should be good to go for a whille.....

[TCracin440ex]

also bro if your gonna be riding trails might want to invest in a front bumper first and foremost, not having a front bumper is asking for some stuff to get banged up and trashed

[honda400ex2003]

Congrats on the machine and welcome to the site!! Let the spending begin!! Steve

[DirtMonkey]

Nice bike, welcome to the site

[KrackerG]

thanks for the welcomes, guys! :D

i'm getting ready to buy a DG bumper. today i got a sweet deal on MSR shirt and pants. still looking for a set of boots...

i also got a 6 pack of red oil filters (not sure what brand?) ,new set of stock tie rods, new set of rear brake pads, and a msr shorty clutch lever. this modifying stuff is starting to get addictive!

quick question, what oil do you guys use? do i have to go with bike shop oil, or will car motor oil from walmart do?:D

[Sanddraging28]

stick with oil that is made for motorcycles and Atv's, these oil's are made for wet clutch's. i use honda HP4 which is honda's full synthetic.

and the modifying stuff is a disease call A.A.D.S. its very contagious and has no cure

Welcome to the disease:devil: :devil:

[NacsMXer]

Originally posted by Sanddraging28
stick with oil that is made for motorcycles and Atv's, these oil's are made for wet clutch's. i use honda HP4 which is honda's full synthetic.

and the modifying stuff is a disease call A.A.D.S. its very contagious and has no cure

Welcome to the disease:devil: :devil:

HP4 is only a semi synthetic FYI, it's not a true full synthetic. Notice it says synthetic/petroleum blend
http://www.wppracing.com/images/08C35-A14W0M_large%5B1%5D.jpg

I prefer full synthetics myself. I use Shell Rotella T 5w40 and Mobil 1 15w50, both of which are safe for wet clutch use. The HP4 isn't bad stuff, I used to run it...but there's better full syns out there for much cheaper.

[Sanddraging28]

good point....what i should of said is it is honda's sythetic oil.





p.s. i get it for free

Originally posted by NacsMXer
I use Mobil 1 15w50, safe for wet clutch use.

I remember when i 1st said I was using that oil everyone jumped at me and tried to tell me i'm ruining my engine and now everyone I know is running it, you cant beat it.

[shok47]

steering stabilizer would be a great investment. It comes in handy alot for me.

[NacsMXer]

Originally posted by Sanddraging28
good point....what i should of said is it is honda's sythetic oil.





p.s. i get it for free

Free oil is good oil to me :D

[KrackerG]

i may go with red cap mobil 1 15w50, i use mobil 1 in my car (turbo eclipse, gold cap)

what about amsoil motorcycle / atv oil?

[FarmerTed]

I'm using Mobil 1 Racing 4T 10w40 which is their synthetic made for 4-stroke bikes with wet clutches. They also make Mobil 1 V-twin 20w50.

It's a lot easier to come by than AMSoil, most every AutoZone store carries it.

[KrackerG]

did the much needed oil change, we decided to stick with stock red bottle HONDA GN4 oil. The old oil was BLACK. what oil filters do you guys recommend?

not looking for the metal filters...

[KrackerG]

Originally posted by Tommy Warren
... If I were you I would get some front tires. they look better, help your handling big time, and makes the bike a lot safer on the trails.

nice looking bike! ride it like you stole it!

thanks, i just got a full set of black ITP pro t-9 GNCC Holeshot front and rears wheels/tires...theyre freakin' awesome!!

i also got a set of fox boots, i found out they are water proof, but if water goes up pass the top, then they fill up, and makes walking feel very heavy.:rolleyes:

[honda400ex2003]

youre not supposed to fill the boots too!!! LOL Nice machine looks cool with the new treads. steve

[KrackerG]

Originally posted by Tommy Warren
I do believe the stage IV pipe is a trinity racing pipe,....

here is pic of the exhaust....


quick ques, i searched but couldnt find a def. answer...is there a way to remove/install the stock seat WITHOUT taking up the whole rear fenders? ive seen 1 guy do this, all he said way the 2008 latch is needed. can anyone confirm this?