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Hey Guys, I have an 87 that needs some jetting help. This is my first time on a 500 and I think it's too rich up top. Here's my setup, let me know what you think please! 1987 Cr500, boyesen rad valve, FMF gnarly + PC silencer, Keihin PWK 38 Carb. Elevation: 300 Ft. 175 main 60 pilot 40:1 Power Plus ...

Hi all,

Thinking of upgrading to a 38 or 39 pwk on my 87 with boyesen rad valve and a gnarly pipe. Which do you think would go better?

Also, any advice for jetting? Running 40:1 at 335 ft.

Got it. I'll take the 13 off and switch to the rear. Thanks again man. Next step is a Keihin pwk!

Just out of curiosity, why do you prefer the 53 to the 13?

Awesome, will do. Thanks man.

Hey all,

Wanting to convert the forks on my 87 to newer style. Is there a set of forks that will bolt up using the forks and a new triple? Let me know if anyone has done this.

Thanks as always

Hey all, Just put my desert tank on and it's as ugly as a mofo..anyone do anything cool with desert tank decals on an 87? Also, I've heard about others switching out carbs. Which carb would be best for an 87? I have the stock PJ on mine. Any other good upgrades for power, starting, etc? Thanks as al...

Hey all, Just put my desert tank on and it's as ugly as a mofo..anyone do anything cool with desert tank decals on an 87? Also, I've heard about others switching out carbs. Which carb would be best for an 87? I have the stock PJ on mine. Any other good upgrades for power, starting, etc? Thanks as al...

Hey guys, Took the cr500 out for its first ride this weekend. Did extremely well, no issues and lots of wheelies. I can see why everyone loves em. Question: Stock gearing I believe is 14/51 (I have an 87) and in the tighter stuff I'm in 1st gear some of the time. I'd like to change the sprocket size...

Hi all. I'm currently at sea level, taking a birthday trip up to Gorman ca which is 4000 ft. My setup is posted below, please let me know if anyone has experience in jetting for altitude and any changes that need to be made. Thank you! Main: 172 Pilot: 58 Premix: 40:1 Stock 87 with boyesen reed cage...

Question,

Going from sea level to 4000 ft elevation with the same jetting as above. Currently jetted for sea level at
172 main
58 pilot
Stock carb

What recommendations would you guys have for changes for altitude?

Thanks

Thanks man. Any idea where to find one?

Anyone in SoCal down for a ride and wrench sesh? Looking for other riders out here. I'm in Orange County. Cheers!

Need the part connecting the carb to the air box. Does anyone have one? Or know what years will fit an 87?

Thanks

Cool, I'll find someone to rebuild her! Thanks for the help. Loving my first 500

Sweet. Thank you for your help. I'll try the fmf settings and make changes as necessary. Thanks again!

While I have you here, any recommendations on a rear shock for the 87 or would you rebuild the stock? She's looking worse for wear.

Thanks Roostius. Would you recommend going with FMFs settings?

Anyone here rebuild them?? Thanks in advance.

Thanks for the response. It's the stock Keihin carb and I'm only at 300ft above sea level.

Running power plus lubricant oil at 40:1.

I have an 87 CR with a gnarly pipe and boyesen Rad valve. Any suggestions on jetting or a good place to start?

Thanks

Thank you!

Hey guys

I have a 99 KTM 380 takasago excel wheel I'd like to mount on my 87 cr5. I don't know much about wheels and hubs. How would I go about doing this?

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That's my typical spot. Know of anything else in SoCal worth riding? Thanks for the reply.

Looking for some good spots to open up the new 500. Any advice appreciated!

Looking for a stock red gas tank and an OEM gold 18'' rear wheel as well as some good foot pegs if anyone has any better than stock.

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