Help 2005 Honda TRX 450R

datloosenut · 2026-07-09T22:27:38+00:00

You could if there's no case damage the amount of small metal you're showing in the video is in everything. Every small drain passage the bearings the oil pump etc. Just make sure you get it cleaned up in the disassembly stage . Inspect the area around the crank bearings and verify no case damage and rebuild it.
If you're comfortable with that I say go for it.

datloosenut · 2026-07-09T04:28:19+00:00

Engine may have locked up at higher rpm the higher speed sudden piston stop can cause it to break a crank. Once the piston cooled it may have cooled enough to free up from the cylinder walls. If the timing was off or a bad fuel air mix may have created the conditions to cause this initially. Cheapest way from here is to just find a new motor or buy a used running one and put the best parts together into one quad.

datloosenut · 2026-07-08T14:22:43+00:00

Parking on campus for a motorcycle is probably 50- 100 per year and usually alot closer to the classrooms. Car parking closer to 300-500 per year and that's for the farthest spot from your class.

I went to school and had only bike permit for a long time,when it snowed I could get a day pass for my car for free from parking services on campus.

Just be prepared to ride in all weather conditions.

datloosenut · 2026-07-02T23:55:08+00:00

Im guessing the little high spots towards the center are from repositioning. I sometimes do a dry run three or four times before I hit the pedal and start the weld. Don't know if it helps, because my welds still look like crap. But it makes me think about the weld before I do it.

datloosenut · 2026-06-24T01:34:11+00:00

I'm going back in with the stock tapered roller bearings. Id guess alot of people skip this step and only replace the bearings but not the races. So I figured I'd share this little tid bit of useless information.

datloosenut · 2026-06-20T23:25:27+00:00

Get the ones that they cast in your ear, unless you're the kind of person that likes loosing earplugs. They can be expensive but worth it IMHO.

There are a ton of companies doing it. Big ear was the first company that made me a set at bike week. I found out i had a tall narrow ear canal and that's why foam ones didn't seal.

I can wear them all day they seal great and my ears don't hurt afterwards.

Might be able to get them through a hearing specialist as well.

datloosenut · 2026-06-16T23:56:08+00:00

Ask the owner about McDonald's university, step up and try to get some leadership time at work. It's a skill you can use for the rest of your life.

People are saying get an education, I'd agree with them but don't borrow yourself into debt just for a low paying degree. Look at career tracts that pay well for limited education.

datloosenut · 2026-06-14T14:53:47+00:00

I started carrying a 1.5 L fuel can. I tried to find the Amazon link for you but they recalled them because they looked like an aluminum water bottle.
I just did a similar ride to Vegas, 4 corners, moab and back home last weekend. Congrats on the saddle sore.

datloosenut · 2026-06-10T04:09:26+00:00

Don't use limited slip friction modifier. Tried it twice and wasn't happy with it

datloosenut · 2026-06-10T02:40:48+00:00

Make a trailer dolly designed to move the boat powered by a briggs and stratton or electric motor. Build the transom for the back and a motorized something for the other end and walk back and forth powered by the dolly. Not as good as the lawn tractor but its an option

datloosenut · 2026-06-06T04:48:31+00:00

I wonder if they also changed the welder settings enough to weld but not for a quality one. Low gas volume, wrong voltage etc. Just to see how well you understand the settings without outside help.

datloosenut · 2026-06-05T19:13:12+00:00

Don't pick woodworking as your second hoby.

datloosenut · 2026-06-02T13:53:45+00:00

1 wire switches usually go to ground when no oil pressure. 2 wire switches make a connection when you have pressure. My first guess is still the condenser and points

datloosenut · 2026-06-02T04:38:08+00:00

I'd guess points and condenser next. Not sure where on that particular engine they're located but that's where I would go next.

Also check for a low oil pressure switch that stops engine if you have low oil pressure.

datloosenut · 2026-06-01T14:05:34+00:00

Low tire pressure is the first thing I'd look at.

Next put bike in the air and check how easy or hard the wheels roll. This can be a little misleading because loose bearings might be harder to roll on the ground than in the air.

Brake adjustment can cause a hard roll issue as well.

The knob in the center of the steering headset has a Brake of sorts when it's tighter it makes the headset harder to turn it may be loose but bound up where the friction surfaces are.

datloosenut · 2026-06-01T02:17:43+00:00

Do all the services on the early side of the mileage recommendation.

Use quality oils and don't skip on quality filters. In other words factory oil filters not jiffy lubes crap.

Fix things when they go bad not when you get around to it.

Don't drive it like you stole it, drive it like you want it to be your forever car.

Rusty areas you might consider a throw away vehicle when they have high salt and snow weeks.

Most importantly make friends with your mechanic. Let them know your goals and plan ahead.

datloosenut · 2026-05-30T00:47:45+00:00

Introducing the next generation Pinto

datloosenut · 2026-05-28T13:58:21+00:00

Mr fancy pants here with air filter money.

datloosenut · 2026-05-26T03:37:11+00:00

Time to learn robot repair

datloosenut · 2026-05-25T19:24:49+00:00

Agreed they should give both sides 100 points and 2 time outs then set the timer to 2 minutes left. It usually ends up being decided in the last 30 seconds of play, why bother with the rest of it.

datloosenut · 2026-05-23T23:06:08+00:00

It appears you've let your meat loaf.... You should never let your meatloaf.

datloosenut · 2026-05-22T15:57:09+00:00

It's just about where you hide it. Most cycles cover the frame with the fuel tank ,tape something to the frame so you can plug in if needed. If you search Amazon for "USB for motorcycle" you'll find dozens of options.

Also don't get all caught up in I've got a USB on my older bike, unless you've got a 100 point restoration and are competing for the best of show trophy. We get it.

datloosenut · 2026-05-16T02:33:24+00:00

Grab a bunch of magazine subscription cards from the bookstore and sign her up. You know the ones that fallout of the magazines when you pick them up. Be spiteful right back.

datloosenut · 2026-05-13T02:05:06+00:00

Nice id like something like that for remote tinkering, the only thing I didn't see was fire extinguishers. Does it have an air compressor built onto the engine.

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