Preparing dirtbike for sandunes?

[highdez1981430cr]

Flash back to 1983 at pismo beach on my 1979 390 CR

 

[highdez1981430cr]

Hey jrmobb,

Use twin air filter oil if you want to go dipping.

I get a 2 gal. plastic bucket from the hardware store with a lid and pour in the twin air oil and submerge the filter to completely saturate the filter then sqeeze (not wring) out the excess then blot with a paper towel and let air dry for 24 hours.
I also add mineral spirits to the oil as it can get thick due to evaporation.
This is a very cost effective way to to maintain your air filter and NEVER run a K&N ! ask me how i know this.

I also use a separate 2 gal. bucket with lid half full of mineral spirits to remove any last bits of dirt after a warm water and Dawn dishwater soap to remove the bulk of the dirt so my mineral spirits bucket stays clean.

I also made a screen at the bottom of my buckets 1 inch off the bottom to catch any fall out.

 

[Sandgroper]

Here is what you want for serious Pismo roost!

Nice tire, chunky!

 

[Trdollarhyde]

I'm a light guy, only 125lbs, so the bike barely even notices that I'm on it. Wouldn't I want to go up a tooth in the front so I can go the same speed at lower revs?I would have to buy so many things to be able to do this. Get a high-pressure radiator cap, a new rim and a paddle tire, a new front sprocket, filter, a longer chain. Oh, and I would need to do some work on the bike as well. For some reason my coolant level has dipped dangerously low(it's below the minimum line. Where does it all go?!), so I would have to replace that. Also, my front left fork leaks a little bit of oil whenever the fork is depressed (where the axle mount is, and where the top sleeve of the fork goes over the bottom part on depression. However far down it goes, it leaves a little oil trail from there up) so I would have to get that fixed before I take it out. And what do you mean when you say I should double-filter it? Also, would a regular dirt tire do the job in the sand? Since I only weigh 125lbs, is there a small chance of me burning out my engine?

 

[Trdollarhyde]

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[MXRider]

did no one ever learn the zip lock bag trick for oiling filters?

1) insert clean dry filter into zip lock freezer bag
2) pour in filter oil of choice ( I use Maxima)
3) close bag and work the oil in
4) remove filter from bag and install

this makes oiling a filter a much cleaner job and also lets you store extra filters long term.
they are ready to go once you pull em out of the bag.

sadly Im on the wrong end of the country and have 0 sand dune experience, however I would want a 250 smoker and a paddle tire

 

[Trdollarhyde]

Also, what is your guys' preferred website for aftermarket husqvarna parts? You know, like brake disk covers and things of the such. And if you guys don't know of any, do any of the major companies have parts that fit husky bikes as well? Not engine-wise, of course, but like chassis wise.

 

[Sandgroper]

This was fun

 

[xymotic]

Oh... for got to mention. Dont leave ya balls at home and hestitate on lips like I did on the weekend LMAO
FYI I am regretfully running a 100/110 tire on the back of my 510 which does not like anything but going wide open
in soft sand. Will be going back to a larger rear very soon now that summer is here.
This was fun

Ya, I was gonna say... not quite making it does make great pictures though.
cool looking photo:

Far less cool looking result:

 

[Sandgroper]

Ya, I was gonna say... not quite making it does make great pictures though.
cool looking photo:

Far less cool looking result:

Luckly I was a bit closer to the top of the lip and it was easy to push her over. That sand your on looks like its been beaten up by cars and buggies...

 

[Rocknroll]

Glamis

Trdollarhyde,
I have a quad that is set up just for Glamis trips, but I did take my 09 TE250 there once. Been riding Glamis for 20 years, you'll have fun out there.
- More power is definately beneficial, but at your weight the 250 will be fine for small dunes and washes. I wouldn't take my 250 on the big dunes. They are too soft.
- If you plan on riding in the dunes, a paddle is worth the money. But, your knobbies will be fine for exploring around the washes.
- If you use a paddle you'll need a longer chain (or you'll rip off your mud flap/guard or more).
- Always keep your filter well oiled. And, always put grease at the seal/rim of the filter. If you need to change a filter out there, use compressed air to blow out your air box before you pull the filter off. Check out this website for extra filter protection. I use one: http://www.outerwearsracing.com/categories.asp?cat=11440
- Check out this thread for aftermarket Husky parts: http://www.cafehusky.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1317&highlight=websites
-I wouldn't mess around with gearing until you go out there and try it out, you may not need to change anything if your just staying in the small stuff.
- Your forks need to be fixed - call TRE in Simi Valley or check out this: http://www.dirtbikemagazine.com/ME2...0&tier=3&nid=B9167CBBFA68494389E0C98078205F56
- If you really want to enjoy Glamis, do what fitness2go suggested: buy a cheap bike just for Glamis. You'll have a blast on a 250 or 450 2-stroke.

 

[Trdollarhyde]

Trdollarhyde,
I have a quad that is set up just for Glamis trips, but I did take my 09 TE250 there once. Been riding Glamis for 20 years, you'll have fun out there.
- More power is definately beneficial, but at your weight the 250 will be fine for small dunes and washes. I wouldn't take my 250 on the big dunes. They are too soft.
- If you plan on riding in the dunes, a paddle is worth the money. But, your knobbies will be fine for exploring around the washes.
- If you use a paddle you'll need a longer chain (or you'll rip off your mud flap/guard or more).
- Always keep your filter well oiled. And, always put grease at the seal/rim of the filter. If you need to change a filter out there, use compressed air to blow out your air box before you pull the filter off. Check out this website for extra filter protection. I use one: http://www.outerwearsracing.com/categories.asp?cat=11440
- Check out this thread for aftermarket Husky parts: http://www.cafehusky.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1317&highlight=websites
-I wouldn't mess around with gearing until you go out there and try it out, you may not need to change anything if your just staying in the small stuff.
- Your forks need to be fixed - call TRE in Simi Valley or check out this: http://www.dirtbikemagazine.com/ME2...0&tier=3&nid=B9167CBBFA68494389E0C98078205F56
- If you really want to enjoy Glamis, do what fitness2go suggested: buy a cheap bike just for Glamis. You'll have a blast on a 250 or 450 2-stroke.

Thank you RocknRoll, easily the most informative response yet

 

[Sandgroper]

Nice feedback R&R

 

[Rocknroll]

Thanks - I hope it helps

 

[Vegas Husky]

If you remove your rear mud flap to clear a paddle tire wrap your rear spring in duct tape or your shock will get sandblasted. Oh, and have fun!!!

 

[NewHuskyGuy]

Been to both places. Make sure everything is sealed up good. Some put a sand sock on the rear shock. You will have to take off the shock guard because it will be ripped off with a paddle. If you are a light rider than the 250f should be fine. All bikes get worked out there but as long as you aren't 200 pounds that 250 should be fine. Pismo is all small dunes so that is no problem. Its on the ocean so make sure you wash after ride. Glamis has the big dunes. I am dieing to take my te 510 out there!

 

[jsleeper]

Just stay out of the temping wet sand and ocean water.

In my opinion, starting from a stop is the hardest on your bike. Once you get going the revs drop quite a bit.

I have ridden, 250 2Ts (including my WR 250), 250 4Ts, and even small bore 2Ts and 4Ts at Pismo. You can have fun on all bikes, just have to pick your lines carefully.

I cringe whenever I see somebody roosting a cloud of sand over the lip of a berm, burying the back tire 2 feet into the sand.

JS

 

[Ryan79]

I've been riding my 2008 TE 250 in the dunes at Pismo, Dumont, and Glamis. I tore off the mud flap because the paddle rubbed on it. I didn't lenghten the chain. I'm about 180 pounds without gear and the engine definitely gets worked on the big dunes. I've also had problems with sand getting into the controls. Sometimes it gets into the kill switch, and I have trouble getting the bike to start. I would like to get a second wheel setup to make it easier to change from knobby to paddle tire, but it looks like it would cost at least $500. I think I'd be better off spending $1500 and getting a used 250 2-stroke for the dunes.

 

[rajobigguy]

I've been riding my 2008 TE 250 in the dunes at Pismo, Dumont, and Glamis. I tore off the mud flap because the paddle rubbed on it. I didn't lenghten the chain. I'm about 180 pounds without gear and the engine definitely gets worked on the big dunes. I've also had problems with sand getting into the controls. Sometimes it gets into the kill switch, and I have trouble getting the bike to start. I would like to get a second wheel setup to make it easier to change from knobby to paddle tire, but it looks like it would cost at least $500. I think I'd be better off spending $1500 and getting a used 250 2-stroke for the dunes.

Even a 250 Two stroke is going to get a real workout on the dunes, not to mention that you get a pretty good workout riding it. The dunes is one of the few places were a bigger really is better so if you're looking for a dedicated duner you might waqnt to consider an older open class 2T, something that is 400+ cc's. My big open class bikes were so much easier to ride through the big dunes like the Brawley slide and the China wall and the engines don't get overworked as easily.