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Hi Basically i've got an '07 ec200 without the switch on the bars, is it worth replacing? (as in does it make much difference) 'cos the winter mud is approaching;)

Hi i got myself an '07 ec200 recently and flicking thro the manual i notice there should be a switch on the bars (and there isnt on mine:( ) its got a trailtech speedo on it so theres a few disconnected plugs behind the headlight and also theres 1 orange and 1 black wire in the airbox which i...

I'm pretty sure here in the UK the marzocchi forks are back for '10 on all ec's, at least when i made inquiries into a new bike thats what my dealer told me...........:confused:

Other than the plastics/stickers i cant spot any difference between the Ec and the 6 days, the racing has a few bits, different sachs fork, ohlins shock, racing CDI/brakes and weight saving things. I assume you have the factory web link to look to see if you can see any differences between the...

So, ive just got myself and '07 EC200 (my 1st 2 stroke:)) and am now selling my 400, any particular pointers about what to check etc before i pick it up? im assuming the bikes stock (it looks it) any simple mods, bike prep kinda tips i should look for to see if they been done or need doing...

Bike starts fine, tho it can be a pain when its freezing.

Hi Ive just measured the valve clearances on my bike and they are bigger than what the manual says, my mate says that if the gaps are bigger then its ok and that it's when they are smaller that u need to do something about them is this true? bit of xtra info: the manual says inlet 0.15mm and...

after running the engine and letting it stand for a few mins it used to be right up the stick, i just wasnt sure if i was reading it right 'cos ive never had one of these "oil in frame" bikes before.

Hi all I've just changed the oil for the 1st time on my '03 400FSE, now the manual ive dl'ded say to add abt 1800ml of oil BUT the amount of oil i've dumped is more than 2500ml so any ideas on the correct amount? either the previous owner or the manual? Thanks in advance Andy

Hi all, im new here. Ive recently got a '03 400fse and was wondering how loud the exhausts supposed to be?, mines pretty loud even after repacking it and was wondering if this is normal or whether anyone has any tips on repacking it?. Next question is about the kickstarter it doesn't spring...