How To Section

Engine:
 * mxrob.com Specific "How To" presentations and info for the 96 to Present DR650. http://www.mxrob.com
 * How to change oil and perform valve adjustment (600 mile service): DR650 valve adj. first service by dieseldave24v


 * Valve clearance check/adjustment by Dobbo (offroadexplorer.com)

Loosen them when the engine is at full operating temperature! Apply a bit of anti/never seize compound to the threads when putting them back in and do not over tighten! If you are planning on doing a valve adjustment loosen them the night before. Shared by FatChance on ThumperTalk's DR forum!
 * How to remove those *&%$! magneto side case plugs:


 * Paper base gasket replacement info for the 96-2003 DR650 by Olas (DRRiders.com)


 * Faster NSU fix, and with no clutch removal by TREE (DRRiders.com)

Exhaust System:
 * How to repack your FMF-Q2/4 silencer: Slide show by mxrob

Intake System:
 * How to build your own GSXR exhaust system. Slide show by mx_rob *** Listen to it here!
 * How to set up and install a Keihin FCR-MX carb: mxrob's FCR page


 * Fuel injection for the DR650:mxrob's fuel injection page


 * Pilot circuit adjustment procedure by mxrob (mxrob.com)

Electrical:
 * How to do a LED lighting conversion:by mxrob


 * Fix your squawky starter motor by Motorcycle Junkie
 * Side Stand and Clutch Safety Switch Disable/Delete: (Fast Video) Troy Thomas

Body:


 * How to install the new Acerbis fuel tank for the current model DR650's by BakonMoto (DRRiders.com)


 * How to change a seat cover (video) by MotoSport


 * Lower your foot pegs by Barterer (DRRiders.com)

Suspension:
 * How to swap forks: DRZ Cartridge Fork Upgrade On My 05 DR650 by DRinda505


 * How to make a damper rod fork tool for dismantling forks for height adjustment and servicing.

Wheels and Brakes:


 * Brake service.... you know they need it! by mxrob (DRRiders.com)


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