
Just trying out my new photobucket acct. Only one pic because my camera battery died, but more to come. If you're wondering, the duct tape reminds me to remove the airbox cover before kicking it over. That's the RedDogg on the left.

Actually, I just put the pipe on three days ago. I've only started it to check for leaks and retighten the header nuts. It sounds good but loud and I have also replaced the stock pilot jet 48 to 50 and main jet 118 to 185 w/K&N filter. No turns necessary on the fuel screw. To describe the pipe.... it is just what DR says, "FAT!" I don't know the diameter of other after market pipes, but this head pipe looks huge. I will post some pics tomorrow to show you what I mean. I have to contact DR tech support though to make sure the fit is right. The head pipe actually touches the crank case above the kick start but doesn't push on it.Originally posted by fast@Jun 14 2004, 06:15 PM
looks nice how do you like the pipe
Thanks. My friends describe me as anal retentive. I can't really argue. They say, "It's going to get dirty anyway!"Originally posted by TrX450rKiD@Jun 14 2004, 07:24 PM
Nice R man!! Thats a good idea to keep the lid on while not riding! B)
Here is a close up of the pipe touching the case and frame...[/b]
hey thanks... i am going to call them back and make sure the warranty covers that. i don't do torches.Originally posted by nacsmx450r@Jun 21 2004, 10:28 PM
keep tabs on that pipe where it touches. on cheech's yfz it was touching the subframe bolt just like that. 1 moto later, there is a small whole in the pip. nothing a little weld coulden't fix but still, i'd watch it.
i actually didnt changer the pilot on my 450r i run the fat boy 4 also...Originally posted by RedDogg+Jun 14 2004, 09:00 PM--><!--QuoteBegin-fastActually, I just put the pipe on three days ago. I've only started it to check for leaks and retighten the header nuts. It sounds good but loud and I have also replaced the stock pilot jet 48 to 50 and main jet 118 to 185 w/K&N filter. No turns necessary on the fuel screw. To describe the pipe.... it is just what DR says, "FAT!" I don't know the diameter of other after market pipes, but this head pipe looks huge. I will post some pics tomorrow to show you what I mean. I have to contact DR tech support though to make sure the fit is right. The head pipe actually touches the crank case above the kick start but doesn't push on it.@Jun 14 2004, 06:15 PM
looks nice how do you like the pipe
By the way, I have not read about anyone else changing their pilot jet. DR told me that this was imperative for a good initial throttle response and 1/4 to 1/2 throttle power when installing their pipe & K&N filter.
P.S. The DR sytem comes with lifetime warranty and can be repacked. [/b]
thanks KGB. you can't see it in the photos, but i do have an extra piece of rubber over that hose. duncan included in the kit.Originally posted by KGB@Jun 22 2004, 11:29 AM
Nice ride. The Ducan pipe is nice. A tip DUncan recommends is to take the water pump return hose (out top of water pump cover) and wrap it with a high temp rad hose. Slit it down the side, and zip tie it on there, so you don; thave to drain coolant. It will lower the temp of the water going back to the head, as its VERY close to the head pipe. I did this on mine a long time ago.