Scott Shannon's Honda XR650

Specs

2001 Honda XR650R, with RGV250 rims. RGV Front disc, with new centre machined to get the thing running between the brake pads - most important! Adapter bracket fitted so that the original caliper can be used. Thanks Kev at Turn One.

Rear disc is a modified Yamaha RD400 rear disc with a new centre machined to provide the necessary offset, again the get the disc to run between the brake pads - not so important 'cause the beast has a ton of engine braking. Best 2 dozen job ever. Thanks to Ken Fraser - local clever engineer type dude!

Dunlop GRP70 tyres - still experimenting with other combos to real Supermotarding e.g. the dirty bits!

Pro circuit pipe originally off a Suzuki DR350, but modified to fit by Damon Gruesomeweld at Cycleworks. (I'm beginning to wonder if Scott does any of the work on his bike - Ed)

Carb is rejetted to suit pipe.

The backfire screen has been removed from behind the air filter. Twin filters fitted.

Currently running 14 or 15 tooth front sprocket and a 39 toother at the rear.

Red Line oil and Water Wetter used to look after my baby - Good Stuff.

Things to do.

Just ordered some of those goddam sexy Talon wheels and horny big brake combo - mmmmmm.

The RGV wheels are now for sale.

Must hack the side of the airbox cover to help the ol' girl breathe.

Gonna dick around with the suspension when I know what works best.

Lose about 30 kilos so I will be able to keep Malcolm in sight on that goddam fast bastard Husaberg.

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