New to the group in AZ

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drdfblackm

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Hello everyone. I am new here and very interested in gaining as much knowledge about the GG as possible....specifically the 450 enduro.

I just moved out of a Husaberg 650....found that it was far too much power (never thought I would hear myself say that) for the type of riding I do. That bike was stupid fast.

Anyway I have been researching bikes that I might own next and I have a pretty solid list of the same bikes those of you with 450s were looking at....GG 450, Sherco 4.5i, Husaberg, Husky, ATK.

The biggest problem with having a list like this is you cannot just go to a dealer and look at the bikes. I mean you can go see a Husky and Husaberg in my general area (I have to drive from Flagstaff to Phoenix approx 130 miles) but I don't have a dealer for the GG, Sherco or ATK. There was a GG dealer in Prescott AZ but from my understanding they are no longer a dealer, and the guy in Phoenix that deals with Sherco does not stock bikes.

What I am looking for is any knowledge you can give, specifically problems in specific years of the GG 450 to look for....meaning did 04 have a certain electrical problem? Did the mapping for the FI have problems in 06? Not those questions specifically but any year specific problems. I am looking for used for sure, and I want to have it near to street legal (AZ has very lax rules for plating a bike).

Also if there is anyone in AZ specifically in Phoenix that would be willing to let me take a look at your bike that would be really great, just want to take a peek and throw a leg over it just to see what the bike feels like. I don't need to take up much of your time, just want to see what the bike is like.

Thanks for all your help and time.

Darrin
95 Tiger "Steamer"
 
Welcome to the forum. I haven't ridden the gasgas 450 but the 2strokes are awsome. If I ever do get a 4stroke I'll look first at the gasser. I do not have a dealer very close but these bikes are nearly indestructible and parts are quick and easy to get from Gofasters or Road,Track, and Trail (RTT) up in Minnesota. They are both great people to deal with and will get your order to you in 2-3 days.
 
I have the '05 450. It's great.

As of what I have read on the Internet and of what my friends have experienced here's a few issues.

* '03: Starter gear problems common. Solution: Install '04 starter gears.
* '04: Valve issues: exhaust valve breakdown, expensive head jobs. Solution: Install Kibblewhite Black Diamond DRZ400 valves BEFORE they crash.
* '04: Some starting issues. Solution: Install Manual cam chain tensioner to help starter motor spin up.
* '03-'04: very cold start problems, Solution: Full throttle while crankin.
* '05: kick starter idler gear stub axle breakdown. Solution: Dont use the kick starter, or at least be gentle. I don't know if newer axle fits or if they are stronger.
* '05: crank vent spews oil into air box. Solution: Install extra foam filters in vent hose.
I haven't seen or heard(read)any problems related to '06 and up. Maybe they are bulletproof?
 
'06's are fairly bulletproof, they don't like being drowned though lol. My uncle attempted a really deep crossing on his that the rest fo us got through and ended stalled half way across, it was almost up to his handle bars. We dragged out and he got a dink home on a 'Berg 550. It's had a few little problems since but its all come back to being drowned a few months ago. They are a great bike and are well worth it
 
Point of Order...

While Darren claims to be "from Arizona" we here in Phoenix consider Flagstaff to be part of Colorado for the most part... maybe California, what with the influence of Northern Arizona University and all.

Just thought I'd help. :p

Rick
 
Welcome, The 450 is a gem of an engine. Australasian Dirtbike Magazine voted it the best engine for 2007 out of all the Enduro 450's.

It's handles really well for a 4 stroke in single track and turns heads like an Exotic should....

Durability is why I purchased mine and the Gasser's have that, not like the other 450's that need regular rebuilds..
 
AZRickD said:
Point of Order...

While Darren claims to be "from Arizona" we here in Phoenix consider Flagstaff to be part of Colorado for the most part... maybe California, what with the influence of Northern Arizona University and all.

Just thought I'd help. :p

Rick
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Actually I am "from Southern Indiana" not from Arizona. And I don't know what all y'all from Phoenix are talkin about but I now live in Flagstaff, whereever the hell it is......:D

Darrin
 
That is a great deal.....I am still fence riding on the issue....I can't just buy a bike without knowing what it truely is like.....Husky, Husaberg, KTM I know these bikes and have ridden them, but I still am searching for a GG and a Sherco relatively close just to take a look at. Too big of an investment to just go into blindly.

Darrin
 
I have an '05, it really has been a very reliable bike. Mine has not had the crankcase oil into the airbox issue, apparently not all 05's did this. I've been extremely happy with the performance of the bike, the suspension and turning stand out above other bikes I've ridden and the motor is plenty powerful and silky smooth, it seems to work best in slow nasty trails. For '06, the power was boosted up significantly but my '05 has everything I need...stock. My only real complaint is the kickstand, some riders hate the auto retract which is easily fixed, the footprint is way to small and on anything resembling soft dirt or worse, the bike will fall over and when you do get the bike to stand up, it's almost vertical. It also can be fixed by welding on a bigger footprint and shortening the leg. After that, awsome bike...:D
 
Great info....good to know that I can pick up a 05 without much worry.

How about the 04......anyone with one of those....problems?

Darrin
 
07 Fsr 450 Store Demo
''smoking Deal'' Used About 8 Times Has New Tires Frt And Rear. Recall Has Been Done To The Clutch Cover (new Cover Gask, Seal). We Will Work With You On Shipping 5995.00 Call Dirt World Cylcles And Ask For Ron 518 663-5000
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Wowee !! Get him to put on some goodies.
 
I'll sell you an 05 with Rekluse, Scotts stabilizer, Clarke tank,dented up CRD skid plate, Moose hand gaurds, has tall seat and bar risers whether you want em or not. $3200 and i'll meet you in Wickenburg so we can go riding. Or you can have my 07 for $6000
 
Unless you want to trade for my 95 Triumph Tiger everything is on hold until that sells, and that prob won't happen until spring. Sure does sound like a super great deal though......

Darrin
 
Nick, Darren.

You guys pick the day. I'll set up the ride at Mile Marker 4 or MM 11.5 (4 or 11.5 miles east of 74 and 60, 10+ miles south of Wickenburg).

Could be a Gas Gas Demo Daze?!?

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Darren,

How are you advertising that bike? Phoenix CraigsList? Arizona Republic? Cycle Trader? Use all of them at the same time. Nothing like a half-million circulation to get a bike sold in prime riding season (in Phoenix).

If you're willing to drive it down to Phoenix (it's warm here), it will sell. Gotta hump it, dude.

Nick,

Here's a '67 Tiger in Tucson for ya...

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/mcy/551907924.html

Rick
I do promo
 
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