Fandl's 2008 TRX450ER MX Build

[fandl450r]

Well to start it offf I recently purchased a 2008 Honda TRX 450ER off of ebay for pretty cheap. It had been stated that it only had 1 tank of gas through the bike and that it was in like new condition. After snagging it for so cheap I was pretty excited to get it home and tear it down to get it ready for the 2009 MX Season. Upon arrival is when I noticed the first sets of problems. But to make a long story short, the motor had been completeley disassembled aka the case halves split, and put back together with 1104 rubber gasket material which was found on the head gasket, between the case halves etc. After fighting with them for awhile, the situation is somewhat rectified.

But onto the build: The main goal of this build was to have a great handling machine, solid power, and great looks (corny I know). But another main goal was to keep costs down by using a lot of parts from my 2004 and re-servicing them, incluing all new powdercoat, bearings, seals etc. Then in turn the 2004 would use the 2008's stock parts to be put back together and sold.

Chassis: For the chassis I decided to leave the frame stock with no gusseting. The other components are take offs from my 2004 which are currently in the process of being powdercoated and having the bearings/seals replaced.
A-Arms: JB Racing LT +2 3/8" Candy Blue
Swingarm: JB Racing + 1 1/4" Candy Blue
Steering Stem: JB Racing +1 1/2" Chrome
Axle: Lonestar Axcalibur
Linkage: Quinn Motosports
Front Shocks: Axis Big Can Titanium Piggybacks Triple Adjust
Rear Shock: Single Rate Axis Big Can Single Adjust
Nerf Bars: Rath Monster Peg (To be Ordered)
Grab Bar: Rath
Bumper: AC Stadium

Tires/Wheels: I am going to run the Hipers that I had on my 2004 to help keep costs down, but will more than likely replace the rings.

Engine: The engine is going to be mostly left stock for reliability reasons.
Exhaust: Dasa Joe Byrd Style Exhaust (Ceramic Coated)
Cam: CRF 04 Dirtbike (mid range cam)
Headgasket: CRF 04 Dirtbike

Miscellaneous: I decided to try something a little different this time and add a Quad Tech Hump Seat cover (black/blue) and custom graphics from E-Sticky Graphics which are in the process of being made. I'll also be running Galfer stainless steel break lines.

This will be a work in progess. Many of the parts are already ordered and some like the Exhaust and Nerf bars are the last thing that I will need to buy.

Stay Tuned.

[fandl450r]

Another shot of the bike.

[fandl450r]

Graphics

[spanky101]

Im excited to see the final product, should be a nice build!

[Nac's22]

thing should turn out SICK! sucks about what the motor actually was though

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by TRR440EX
thing should turn out SICK! sucks about what the motor actually was though

Yea they basically blatantly lied in the description of the vehicle. So either a crank or tranny was replaced, which worries me, but I'm tearing it apart next weekend completely and replacing all the gaskets with OEM factory ones and to assess what could be wrong, if anything.

I can tell you this I will NEVER buy a quad from Ebay again, plus I've been dealing with them about this since 2/10/2009 so yea, you could say I'm a little pissed at them.

In the end though, it's going to be a very nice machine.

[stumpleg]

Ive always thought about purchasing one through ebay, but this makes up my mind for me.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by stumpleg
Ive always thought about purchasing one through ebay, but this makes up my mind for me.

To be honest you're right, you may get a better deal, but in the long run and in hindsight, I wish I would have spent a little more and bought one locally or even new.

There are a lot of things that were stated in the item description like "This quad is like new condition with only one tank of gas ran through it" yet the entire motor has been torn apart, the stem was bent, the motor mount bolts are stripped, crank case breather tube burnt through, etc.

By the way there name is ATV's and More, located in Salem, IL. I would strongly recommend against buying anything from them. It's been nothing but a struggle communication wise for them to try and make this right. They even had the audacity to tell me I was scamming them.

[coryatver]

did they give you some money back? Or paying to fix it right? Man that sticks I hope the engine is alright

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by coryatver
did they give you some money back? Or paying to fix it right? Man that sticks I hope the engine is alright

They have given some money back, not near enough to cover the labor cost, but they did provide a full set of gaskets. I really hope once we take it apart that the internals are okay, it seemed to idle without issue, but only true way to ensure it's going to be good for the season is to tear it down which is being done next weekend.

[spanky101]

Thats an unfortunate ebay deal man... But atleast now youll have the peace of mind knowing everything is in perfect running condition.

[mcarlson1]

That really sucks about the engine dude, your graphics look really sik though and i cant wait to see it as a finished product!!!! I know your getting jerked around from these guys but at least theyve given you something back, most people cant even get someone to call back when theyre getting screwed.

Thanks,
Mike

[300ex_#387]

Originally posted by fandl450r
To be honest you're right, you may get a better deal, but in the long run and in hindsight, I wish I would have spent a little more and bought one locally or even new.

There are a lot of things that were stated in the item description like "This quad is like new condition with only one tank of gas ran through it" yet the entire motor has been torn apart, the stem was bent, the motor mount bolts are stripped, crank case breather tube burnt through, etc.

By the way there name is ATV's and More, located in Salem, IL. I would strongly recommend against buying anything from them. It's been nothing but a struggle communication wise for them to try and make this right. They even had the audacity to tell me I was scamming them.

I live about 30 minutes from them. I haven't ever heard anyting bad from them but I also havent delt with them at all. Looks like the build is going to turn out great!

[warr72]

You sure that 04 cam will work in that 08 motor.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by warr72
You sure that 04 cam will work in that 08 motor.

You sure you want to speak before you think?

[Scro]

Originally posted by fandl450r
You sure you want to speak before you think?

He's right. If you want to run that cam, you are going to need the cam tower from an earlier model. The 08 and 09's use an automatic decompression mechanism, which is totally different than the 04 CRF cam.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by Scro
He's right. If you want to run that cam, you are going to need the cam tower from an earlier model. The 08 and 09's use an automatic decompression mechanism, which is totally different than the 04 CRF cam.

According to my mechanic. The 08 Dirtbike motors use this design, and not the 08 TRX motor's. The 04 CRF cam WILL work in the TRX motor however it will NOT work in the Dirtbike motor.

Especially since my Mechanic has already built 7, 08 motors this year that used this particular cam.

I'm not saying you're wrong but this is what I have been told.

[Scro]

I stand corrected. The reason I thought this was because a friend changed his tower to the older style, for the reason of having a manually adjusted decompression. I was thinking he had changed it just to use the cam.:o

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by Scro
I stand corrected. The reason I thought this was because a friend changed his tower to the older style, for the reason of having a manually adjusted decompression. I was thinking he had changed it just to use the cam.:o

I have heard that it was changed for the 2008, but after talking to my Mechanic, he assured me that he has built numerous 08's that are using this exact cam. But I appreciate the concern. You had me worried, I even called to confirm lol.

[Scro]

LOL, I had to make a few phone calls myself.:D

[eastside 400]

i thought R and ER cams were different? on sparks site they have ER only cams? i thought the difference was the decompressor but im not sure, if thats true idk about a crf cam working in a er. it prolly works but thats the only thing i can think of different, i know TRX's all use the same carrier year to year and cams interchange but i havent torn into a er yet

[warr72]

Decompression is automatic on the 08 Quad is all I got to say and the cam design is different.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by warr72
Decompression is automatic on the 08 Quad is all I got to say and the cam design is different.

According to my mechanic, it will work. Not sure what to tell you other than that. I will keep you updated.

[R3Concepts]

The 08 kicker motor will except the 04-07 style cams, the ER will NOT except the later style cams.

The 08-09 ERs need there own style of cam due to the decompression.

Your mechanic is wrong. Feel free to check out cams suppliers websites for further info. (Web, HotCam)

[fandl450r]

Seat cover is done, waiting on things from PC, waiting on Axle from LSR, waiting on Stem from JB, waiting on New bushings for a-arms, waiting on Cam. Motor gets sent off this friday to get torn down.

So pretty much the only thing left to do is order my exhaust and my nerf bars. Now I just have to play the waiting game.

[OCMANJOE]

It is definatly a different cam for the 08 and up ER's! Your 04 crf cam will not work in that engine. Good luck with the rest of the build!!-JOEYD

[xsr_racing28c]

Looks like an awesome build you've got brewing there man! You know where to come for some CF right? :D

Hit me up bro! Jay

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by xsr_racing28c
Looks like an awesome build you've got brewing there man! You know where to come for some CF right? :D

Hit me up bro! Jay

I'm actually in need of a hood. Let me know what you can do for me. PM a Price.

[hendershot106]

i am pretty sure i was watching the auction for that bike right before i bought my 07 kicker.... although the one i bought looked good in the pics and ran good...... but the plastic was beat and the rear carrier was shot.... i guess it coulda been worse... at least with planning on tearing it down immediately you find out exactly what you have...

[hendershot106]

any updates???? any more pics??? Hows it coming???? cant wait to see the black 08 finished!!!!

[fandl450r]

The seat cover is done, I may be picking up an exhaust today, still waiting on parts to get back from Powdercoat.

Lonestar is rechroming the axle.

JB fixed my stem, and has it and my a-arm bushings on the way.

Still need to order nerfs and graphics.

I'll try to get a camera this week so I can get some pictures.

Oh and the motor is getting torn down this weekend to put the cam and new gaskets in.

[Scro]

How much is LSR charging to rechrome the axle?

[fandl450r]

According to LSR, they said $50.00 to straighten and rechrome it. It seems kind of low, but she assured me thats what the price was. No complaints there, I'll let you know how it turns out.

Sneak peak of the exhaust that's on its way:

[spanky101]

I like those dasa pipes with the sound chamber. If i could get a dasa with a sound chamber i for sure would!

[kawabunga]

Originally posted by spanky101
I like those dasa pipes with the sound chamber. If i could get a dasa with a sound chamber i for sure would!

Please explain the purpose of this sound chamber? Is it worth the money for it?

[hendershot106]

just do a search on here for a hemholz resonator gpracer2500 also... he explained it very well sometime when they were first released..

[fandl450r]

Exhaust gets here today, powedcoat should be done this week. JB Parts should be here this week and the motor is halfway done and will be finished next weekend.

[spanky101]

The sound chamber is to lower the sound to 98db i believe without losing any power

[fandl450r]

Update: All parts are back from PC and getting ceramic coated. These pictures don't do the candy very much justice. Motor is back together. Just waiting on my axle and some bearings to be replaced.

As you can see the bike is to a bare frame. Also you can see the billet clamp for my Axis shock. Anyways here are the pics.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/450ER%20Build/DSCF0001.jpg
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[fandl450r]

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[fandl450r]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/450ER%20Build/DSCF0014.jpg
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That's all for now, last things I need to order are graphics and nerf bars.

[400exMO]

Hey what rear chain slider are you running on that JB swingarm? I called JB for mine and they told me they sell a modified dirtbike slider.

[fandl450r]

A stock plastic banshee one works.

[fandl450r]

Update: So if you have read any of the beginning posts about the motor it was basically fubared from the get-go. It had 1104 rubberized gasket material throughout the motor which is a big no-no it was found anywhere from the case halves, to the head gasket, yes I said the head gasket.

Upon tearing it down, that material had actually SEALED the water jackets up so no radiator fluid could pass by the cylinder head due to it being globbed all over the head/cylinder. As it was torn down further and the cases were split, my mechanic noticed something immediately wasn't right. There was a small bolt and washer sitting at the bottom of the case along with a circlip. Turns out that a crank must have been replaced and whoever put it back together, hand tightened the bolts that hold the crank bearings in place. So the only thing hold one of the bearings in was a hand tigthened bolt. This basically shows a lack of technical expertise along with a lack of knowledge which genuinely worries me.

I am incredibly glad I decided to tear it down completely. There is no doubt in my mind if I would have rode it even a little bit, the motor would have grenaded.

DO NOT BUY FROM ATV'S AND MORE INC FROM SALEM, IL.

However the motor is back together and I should be picking it up this week and dropping it back in the frame. Updates will follow.

[fandl450r]

Got the Axle back from Lonestar and wow, it turned out brand new anddd they only charged me......$0.00, that's right, nothing. All I had to pay for is to get it shipped back which was 18. So they straightened it and re-chromed it for free.

I'm sending my head out this week, to get the cam put in as well as get it ported/polished.

I'll get some pictures today.

[fandl450r]

Ordered Rath Monster Peg nerf bars today in flat black. Waiting on misc. bearings to arrive for the carrier, and linkages. Should be able to make some serious progress on getting the quad close to rolling this weekend.

Last thing to do is order my graphics.

[longtimeridr777]

Nice bike!!

[fandl450r]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0004.jpg
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Updated Pictures!

[madskrillz2]

You like the black and blue scheme don't you? lol. Sucks about the motor though :ermm:

[fandl450r]

That I do! Well it just worked out that the new one happened to be black/blue to begin with, so I just decided to do the same kind of theme.

Yesterday I got the swingarm on, along with the bottom half of the motor in, my head should be here Wednesay, and really the only thing left to do is order my graphics which have kind of taken a back seat to everything else as far as priority was concerned. But should have a rolling chassis this weekend.

[AtvKid4Eva]

Hey Fandl...long time no talk...how did you get lonestar to rechrome and straighten for free? ive been emailing them and they want to charge me $60! whats your secret? haha let me know man.

[fandl450r]

I know it's been awhile! No secret really, that's the same price they told me when I first called in. When I called to check on the status I asked her what the total was and when she said $18 I was a little confused.

She told me since I had turned in my warranty card they chromed/straightened it for free!

Head should be here today or tomorrow. I'm hoping it should be rolling by the weekend.

[chris450R]

How in the world did you actually get graphics from e-sticky? or even look at anything? everytime i get on there and try it says we apologize we are still updating our 2009 graohics.

thanks, chris

[fandl450r]

Yea he is aware of the website being down and such. You can e-mail him directly though: Phil - philippe@e-stickygraphics.com

[hendershot106]

Originally posted by chris450R
How in the world did you actually get graphics from e-sticky? or even look at anything? everytime i get on there and try it says we apologize we are still updating our 2009 graohics.

thanks, chris

Philip at e sticky is so busy making the graphics..... he doesnt have time to mess with the website....

email him

philippe@e-stickygraphics.com tell him i sent you.... he can email you back base graphics to work from... or custom make whatever you want!!

[hendershot106]

haha didnt mean to be redundant... we musta clicked send the same time...

[fandl450r]

Well quad is most of the way back together. Motor is together, exhaust is on, still working on the carb putting all the HRC needles/jets in.

Ordering graphics this week along with a quad tech plastic hood. Otherwise than that all I need is a few odds and ends.

I'll update some pictures today!

[fandl450r]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/450ER%20Build/TRX1.jpg
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[fandl450r]

And she's done :)

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[fandl450r]

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[4ABURN]

MAN I do not usually coment on others stuff but that thing look great!!!!!:D :D great job.

[fandl450r]

Thanks :)

[stoopidbot]

Originally posted by fandl450r

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/450ER%20Build/TRX21.jpg
What is that above the pipe?

Bike looks great!

[kawabunga]

Very nice! :eek2: I've been watching your thread from the start and I will say that it turned out amazing!
Nice job man, now go enjoy it!!

[dtzalba450r]

About as freaking clean as you can get, definitely one of my favorite hondas...

[hendershot106]

nice clean stock looking bike!!

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by stoopidbot
What is that above the pipe?

Bike looks great!

It's Dasa's way of making the pipe meet AMA sound standards. Suppose to keep the pipe at 99db.



Originally posted by hondarider11
This is very nice. If you don't mind me asking what did you pay for the nerfs?

I got the nerfs from my local cycle shop. I believe I paid 390+tax.

Thanks for the comments :D

[scuzz]

Just read through your whole thread.

I like the build, but my favorite part is how you caught the engine half-assedness prior to it taking a dump on you.

What goes around comes around though and if someone did this on purpose, then they will get theirs in return.

Now, ride safe!

[06 Honda 450R]

really nice and very original, i like the blue accents

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by dtzalba450r
About as freaking clean as you can get, definitely one of my favorite hondas...


Originally posted by hendershot106
nice clean stock looking bike!!

Thanks!

Now I'm debating whether or not I should order those graphics :/

[MX450]

looks awsome!! but pull that headlight off!

[kawabunga]

Originally posted by fandl450r
Now I'm debating whether or not I should order those graphics :/

I personally don't think it needs graphics, I like it as is. But, if you get the right set it could look pretty sick too. Just be careful.:D

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by MX450
looks awsome!! but pull that headlight off!

Yea I already did :) Just was too lazy before. I think I may get a black plastic quad tech hood. May look better than stock.


Originally posted by kawabunga
I personally don't think it needs graphics, I like it as is. But, if you get the right set it could look pretty sick too. Just be careful.:D

Yea that's what I'm worried about. Hmm we will see.

[madskrillz2]

Originally posted by fandl450r
Yea I already did :) Just was too lazy before. I think I may get a black plastic quad tech hood. May look better than stock.



Yea that's what I'm worried about. Hmm we will see.

If you do, I would definitely get a flat hood so you'll keep that clean look. I love the clean "factory" look.

[liljhall09]

wow ! quad looks nasty man , lovin the dasa

[fandl450r]

Thanks!

Still trying to decide on the graphics. What do you think of these?

[kawabunga]

Those would probably look pretty sharp. I like them!

[kawabunga]

This is extremely rough, but here's a mock-up for you.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y88/kawabunga/mockup.jpg

[Pappy]

Originally posted by kawabunga
This is extremely rough, but here's a mock-up for you.



The graphics companies need to build a program to allow folks to overlay the graphics...sure would help alot of folks out!

[kawabunga]

Originally posted by Pappy
The graphics companies need to build a program to allow folks to overlay the graphics...sure would help alot of folks out!

That would be a nice, but for now all we have is photoshop.

Again, sorry it's choppy, I did it in 2 minutes. I didn't apply any shadow or highlight either.

[Moto49X]

Man we have always had same taste in bikes we build. This one looks amazing.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by kawabunga
That would be a nice, but for now all we have is photoshop.

Again, sorry it's choppy, I did it in 2 minutes. I didn't apply any shadow or highlight either.

Well I thought it was awesome, that pushed me over the edge! I'm going to order them for sure!


Originally posted by Moto49X
Man we have always had same taste in bikes we build. This one looks amazing.

That we do! Glad you like it man. You racing/riding at all?

[kawabunga]

Glad I could help.:)

[Moto49X]

Originally posted by fandl450r



That we do! Glad you like it man. You racing/riding at all?

Buddy is loaning me a bike this weekend at his practice track. Should be up and racing sometime in June.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by Moto49X
Buddy is loaning me a bike this weekend at his practice track. Should be up and racing sometime in June.

Very nice. I've been going crazy not being able to ride, so I'm glad it's finally ready to ride. Good thing the next four days are going to be 90+ degrees. :D

[fandl450r]

Well I was able to take it out 2 weekends ago and wow, this thing has power for days, the suspension is spot on and rides very similiar to my 04. Just a couple pics.

[fandl450r]

She hits the whoops with ease.

[kawabunga]

Lookin good man! I bet it rides as nice as it looks;)

[rollie]

your bike came out AWESOME!

Our frame colors look identical, good to see i wasnt the only one who thought it looked better than gloss black!:cool:

edit: oops i noticed your frame is the stock frame color, never noticed that!

[hendershot106]

i didnt know e sticky would make fender overlays till after i had mine made.... wish i woulda went with the full fender sponsor overlays like your proof has in them...my fenders might look better after 4 nats..if u have any second thoughts about those graphics you shouldnt... i have roughly 30 hrs ride time on my bike and the graphics all look great except the small rear fender pieces below the seat where my boots rub... and that is normal... the tank graphics are holding up better on my tank than the nstyles from last year,, or the zing from 07.

and you can also get replacement individual pieces to boot!!

[quadboy-55]

lookin' good!!! just not too much 'a' fan of big bumpers like that. but its youre quad, and so long's youre happy with it.

how much was all the powdercoating? THNX

[fandl450r]

Yea I'm a big fan of the old school looking bumpers, this bumper has been through hell and held up like a champ.

Ordered the graphics today, should be here maybe this week.

I paid 200 for all the powdercoating and ceramic coating, which isn't bad. He's done a lot of work for me in the past so I'm sure that seems pretty cheap.

[Scro]

Quad turned out sweet. I like the blue and black combo.

[quadboy-55]

Originally posted by fandl450r
Yea I'm a big fan of the old school looking bumpers, this bumper has been through hell and held up like a champ.

Ordered the graphics today, should be here maybe this week.

I paid 200 for all the powdercoating and ceramic coating, which isn't bad. He's done a lot of work for me in the past so I'm sure that seems pretty cheap.

wow! that IS cheap!! considering that its usually more when you buy it already powdercoated.

just another quick Q. how long does the anodizing last? a season? because PC'd is done after the first rock chip. the pressure washer only makes it worse after that.

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by quadboy-55
wow! that IS cheap!! considering that its usually more when you buy it already powdercoated.

just another quick Q. how long does the anodizing last? a season? because PC'd is done after the first rock chip. the pressure washer only makes it worse after that.

Andonizing lasts a lot longer than PC, but is usually pretty expensive. In the MX world PC is the only way to go since it is so cheap to have redone and look like new. One trick is to use clear finger nail polish on chips to prevent it from peeling more. But good PC even when it chips should usually stay together.

[quadboy-55]

thanks for the tips, bro.

what kind of racing do you do?

[fandl450r]

I mostly do motorcross, but I'd like to look at hitting a freestyle ramp :)

[Honda111]

The bike looks great. Just curious - and if you are willing to say - how much total do you have into the bike?

[450r ride red]

now u need blue cv4 hoses

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by Honda111
The bike looks great. Just curious - and if you are willing to say - how much total do you have into the bike?

This means a lot coming from your Mr. Morello :D (I love your KTM)

To be honest the amount I have in it is a little misleading since I had most of the parts stripped off my 04. But if we don't include the original costs I paid back in 2004. I have 4200 just in the quad, in about 2200 in parts/pc/motor. So under 6500 all said and done which isn't bad. But again things like the tire/wheels, shocks, a-arms, swingarm, stem, and some other miscellaneous pieces came off my 04, and were pced, and made new (bearings, seals).


Originally posted by 450r ride red
now u need blue cv4 hoses

I thought about getting some, and still may. I tried to keep the cost down on this machine.

[MX450]

Post some pics when you get the graphics on.. how much does a set of those run if you dont mind me asking.. and are they COMPLETELY customizable... like the graphic backgrounds and everything??

[madskrillz2]

Came out sick! Didn't you run a few Sequads races in Alabama a few years ago? And if you're the person I'm thinkin of, how in the hell did you do that when you live in NE? haha

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by madskrillz2
Came out sick! Didn't you run a few Sequads races in Alabama a few years ago? And if you're the person I'm thinkin of, how in the hell did you do that when you live in NE? haha

Yeah that was me. I'm originally from GA. I go between the 2 states pretty often. Which quad were you? Good memory too!

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by MX450
Post some pics when you get the graphics on.. how much does a set of those run if you dont mind me asking.. and are they COMPLETELY customizable... like the graphic backgrounds and everything??

Will do! It ran me 202 shipped, and yes it was all customizable. Thats graphics, 5 pre printed number plates, fender graphics, and front fender graphics.

[madskrillz2]

Originally posted by fandl450r
Yeah that was me. I'm originally from GA. I go between the 2 states pretty often. Which quad were you? Good memory too!

At the time I was on a white Z400. It might have been the race at Chandler mountain when I wrecked on the high speed doubles.

[fandl450r]

That's very possible. I did race that race. Actually here's a photo!

[fandl450r]

Graphics just showed up today, they look awesome. Going to try an put them on tonight!

[kawabunga]

Originally posted by fandl450r
Graphics just showed up today, they look awesome. Going to try an put them on tonight!

Don't get any air bubbles in them! :p

[fandl450r]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0022.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0023.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0024.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0025.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0026.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0027.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0028.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/fandl/DSCF0036.jpg

[born2ride14]

AWESOME, i love it, looks very nice

[fandl450r]

Thanks :) I think it really pulls the whole bike together.

[Scro]

Those graphics look sick. Only thing I would do is a different hood.

[fandl450r]

Yeah I've ordered a black scooped quadtech hood.

[hendershot106]

i kinda think the hood looks awesome the way it is......jmo

[BadinBlack]

this bike came out looking damn nice! i love the blue DASA exhaust. it goes perfect with the bike!

[kawabunga]

Turned out really nice! Looks just like my mock-up :)

[fandl450r]

Originally posted by kawabunga
Turned out really nice! Looks just like my mock-up :)

Thanks for all the kind compliments :)

I was thinking the same thing. It's uncanny how close the mockup was. It's the main reason i ordered them haha.

[TRX450R2]

Howz it performin now?
Nice job!

[fandl450r]

It's been performing like a champ, no issues whatsoever. Starts quickly, has great overall power, and handles like a dream.