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Lead Belt National Enduro 2019

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Lead Belt National Enudro 2019 2019 marks my 7th race season, since I started racing, I do not recall many races having to sit out. Spectating a dirt bike race is a hard concept for me. With that being said, last weekend was the Lead Belt National Enduro in Park Hills, MO, a HOMETOWN race. Lots of local racers and Bonecutter Off Road racers attended. Saturday, the conditions looked like it would be very dusty. When we woke up Sunday, the sky looked like that could change very quickly. The darkness of the clouds looked wild. It did dump rain a little bit before key time and continued to rain for the next few hours. From what I gathered, the rocks and roots got really slick. When it stopped raining, a few spots got soupy and of course some areas had deep ruts. But it sounded like the trail held together extremely well, making conditions pretty good. I heard tons of people saying, “This is the most fun I have had on a bike”, “The trail is so good”, “It’s fast, flowy, marked well, and fun.” To me, it sounded like The Missouri Mudders put on an excellent National Enduro. My dad finally had a good ride for the first time this year at a NEPG. Mid-week he decided to hop on a freshly built Sherco 300 SEF Factory. The bike seemed to suit him well and home turf advantage certainly helped. Although, within the first few seconds, he repeatably got stung by a bee, he blew it off and rode well. Test 4, he made a lot of mistakes and lost some time but rode consistent enough the rest of the day. He has never raced the Lead Belt National which means he’s never experienced the waterfall, he found it a tad bit sketchy. After a very solid ride, he finished the day 2nd in A+50 and 63 O/A! My mom randomly decided she wanted to race, mainly just get some seat time in. She was on row 103! Stay tuned for her race report on her first ever enudro! Our Beta Cup riders all had a good ride. Huck Jenkins had a personal best and his report follows: “Well the Lead Belt NEPG was definitely my best National Enduro of the season abroad my Bonecutter Off Road 125rr. Seeing as I lived only 1 hour away from the race, I had the pleasure of waking up in the morning and heading there with the whole family! Arriving at about 8:30am we had plenty of time to kill. James got to race this with me on row 72. Right out of test 1 it started to pour rain!! Goggles came off just about into the 2nd turn. Surprisingly I was loving the mud. Pretty much all the tests were a total blast. They were all amazing, huge thanks to the Missouri Mudders for making such a great course. Conditions only got better throughout the day making the track smoother and faster. I really can’t say how much fun it was!!! I ended up 4th in A 200 and 54th overall!! Definitely my best finish yet. I really couldn’t do it without all the help, Thanks so much!” @bonecutteroffroad, @shockzonesuspension, @bulletproofdesigns, @perfectpitchgutteringsystems Rylan Frankford had an interesting day but made the best of what he had to deal with. His report follows: “P-5 at the NEPG. I started off thinking I was gonna have an awesome day but unfortunately that was short lived. I had a stump hit my gear shifter in test 3 bending it around to where I couldn’t shift. I had to finish the test being stuck in second gear causing my clutch to get really hot and start slipping. I tried to make the best of it and salvaged a 5. Big thanks to Bonecutter Off Road for doing some work on my bike all week to get it ready for the race! Also, thanks to Mika Metals, Fasst Company, EKS Brand, DT-1 Filters, Kenda Tires USA, G2 Ergonomics, Moose Racing, Alpinestars, and Terry Rogue at RIDE Organic.” It is a bittersweet moment for Broc French. This was his last NEPG before getting deployed at the end of the month. He threw together a really good ride finishing 3rd in A 200 and 44th overall! Bonecutter Off Road wishes Broc the best on his deployment and we are looking forward to him coming back. It was cool seeing all of our local racers at a national event. Great job to all the Bonecutter Off Road riders. Y’all represented us well! A 200 – Broc French 3rd (BETA) A 200 – Huck Jenkins 4th (BETA)A 200 – Rylan Frankford 5th (BETA) A +30 – Nick Smith 11th (SHERCO) A +30 – Bryan Kaolowi 21st (BETA) A +50 – Steve Bonecutter 2nd (SHERCO)B Open – Ryan Kuene 15th – appears to be an issue with results, so that could change (SHERCO) C +40 – Jeremy Harris 7th (BETA) Women’s Amateur – Kylie Harris 2nd (BETA) Women’s Amateur – Missy Bonecutter 4th (SHERCO) DON’T FORGET! If you are signed up for the next NEPG in Indiana, sign up for the Beta USA Demo. Same location as the enduro – test the NEW 2020 Beta’s Saturday, race a fun enduro Sunday! Cover Photo Credits: EGutish Photography More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Dirt Bike Maintenance Checklist

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Dirt Bike Maintenance Checklist How many of you just hop on the bike for a big riding trip or race without going over the bike? It seems to be way more common than what I think is ideal. Preventative maintenance is always good idea versus the alternative, sitting out when you could be riding! This list that follows is what we do to all of our Beta’s and Sherco’s before a race or a big ride. Number 1 – Is your bike still dirty? Sometimes I do slack and fail to get my bikes washed in a reasonable time frame. With a dirty dirt bike, it makes working on it and inspecting very difficult. Plus, it gets the workspace dirty and not many people enjoy working in filth. SO – WASH IT! Number 2 – Review your prior entries in the dirt bike diary and compare hours then to hours now. How is a person supposed to know what the bike needs without a reference! Number 3 – If you properly washed your bike, you should of already removed your air filter. If not, go ahead and inspect it. If it is dirty, remove, clean, and re-install. Pro tip – when installing make sure the filter has grease on the outside and a thick bead around the rim! Number 4 – Check the spark plug! This lets the mechanic know how the bike is running, too lean or too rich. Plus, changing or cleaning the plug helps reduce the chances of fouling a plug. Number 5 – Bleed the brakes! Losing the brakes is super scary and usually can be prevented. We always bleed our brakes for insurance. Inspect the brake pads and make sure they do not need to be replaced. Number 6 – Change the oil! Keeping clean, fresh oil in the bike helps prevent premature wear. For Beta, we recommend Motul Transoil or Motul 7100 10w-40. For Sherco, we recommend Bel Ray Thumper. We have found that these oils last longer than most which equals less oil changes. Number 7 – Check the battery! Make sure it is charged and has no lose connections. Lose connections can cause damage to the battery. Keeping an eye on the battery also helps know when it is getting weak and should be replaced. Number 8 – Check the chain and sprockets! Are your sprockets missing any teeth or starting to curl? What about the chain, has it seen better days? A chain breaking or derailing can be expensive and dangerous. It won’t always be prevented but always check its condition as well as the masterlink. Number 9 – Check the coolant! It isn’t a great idea to start with coolant levels already low and risking the chances of overheating and bike failure. Remember, do not mix different brands. If coolant is low and you are unsure what is in it, you are better off to drain it and start fresh. Number 10 – If you run tubes in your tires, check the air pressure. Or go a safer route and run Bib Mousses! Number 11 – Check the spokes! Make sure they are not loose or broken. Be sure to not overtighten because it could result in them breaking during the next ride. Number 12 – Go around the entire bike and make sure everything is tight. While doing this, do a visual inspection and see if anything else needs attention. Like are the cables in good shape? Have any leaks? Check to make sure all bearings are in proper working order and not seized or loose. This is just a basic list. The number of hours on the bike ultimately depends on what all is required for the next ride, it could be top end time! Keeping up on routine maintenance sounds expensive but in the end it will for sure save you more time and money in the long run! More Posts Back To Blog Page

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4th Annual Girls Ride Weekend

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4th Annual Girls Ride Weekend The 4th annual girls riding weekend held at Hardwood Hills Ranch was this past weekend. Over the years this event has created many lifelong friendships. The first year four girls participated, the second year it grew to nine girls, last year it exploded, carrying momentum into the fourth year, bringing new faces! This event is designed for all ages and skill levels with hopes of improving confidence on a dirt bike. I was a tad bit bummed to not be able to ride when everyone else got to. I made the best of the situation and offered some of my knowledge from my experiences on the bike. It was a great feeling being able to help other ladies and seeing their smiles when they tried new things, they did not think they were capable of. Confidence is key but so is good, quality practice. To get better, work is required, learning better techniques and the “proper way”. I stressed the importance of balance, standing on your toes, and using your legs. I am not a big talker and a bit on the shy side so it was fun to get out of my comfort zone to help these ladies get outside of theirs. I was only able to be there Saturday but what I have seen everyone had a great time. Between night rides with Task Racing Lights, more giveaways, and all-around fun! This year, WPS/Fly Racing were huge supporters. They ensured every lady got to go home with a giveaway. They also provided a large item up for grabs, a fancy Fly Racing gear bag! To keep it fair, we had a rock – paper – scissors war. The overall winner, Kaley Lewis, got the gear bag. It worked out well because she did not own a gear bag prior! Western Power Sports is a great company to deal with plus Fly Racing is the best gear out there! If you are a lady, I strongly recommend the women’s lite gear, the pants straight up feel like yoga pants. If you are a male, my favorite “uni-sex” gear is the Lite Hydrogen, it’s soft, silky, and comfy! Thank you WPS! This event would not be possible for everyone who helps us do it! Other giveaways were provided by local shops, Bonecutter Off Road, Moto Europa, and Marionville Power Sports. When you can, shop local. It really helps the shops out. Jim at Shock Zone Suspension donated a tire. Jim is a great guy and he does a lot for my family and I. The Bonecutter’s highly recommend him for your suspension needs. Just Ride Customs designed and made our event shirts! They turned out really great. I stumbled across this cool shop by watching Supercross and the Makeup2Mud segment came on. I am all for supporting small businesses and ladies who ride. Lastly, Hardwood Hills Ranch has supported this event for the last 4 years. We are lucky and very thankful to have a fun place to ride and camp! More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Little Raccoon National Enduro

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Little Raccoon National Enduro I had high hopes of seeing Ohio wet and muddy, simply because I am super bummed about not getting to race it! Injuries are fun, right? From what I have seen on social media, the views were excellent and the conditions were great! Business has been good, so my dad chose to stay home and work. We missed our usual crew at the nationals but it appears The Beta Cup boys had a good time! Huck usually tags along with us on the National Enduro adventures. It sounds like he had an absolute blast! His race report follows: “Well Ohio was definitely one to remember! Seeing as Tayler wasn’t up to riding and Steve had work, I got to find a ride with the Frankford family. What a group! We left early Friday morning for an 8hr drive. Arrived about 2 in the afternoon. I got a lot of Netflix shows out of the way! We had some fun hanging out at the track and then headed back to town for a hotel. When we showed up on Sunday morning it was a sight to see. The parking area was on top of a beautiful hill around an old quarry. I was on row 20 so the trail was prime! Got to try and follow Tayla Jones all day. Didn’t really work, she is fassst. The trails there were amazing, super flowy and real hilly. The hills were super steep and all you had to do is pin it and hold on!!! The last two tests were for sure the best. Super open and flowy. Couldn’t have asked for a better ride on my Bonecutter Off Road 125! Finished 7th in A 200 top 70 overall. Couldn’t do it without all the help from Bonecutter Off Road, Shock Zone Suspension, Bullet Proof Designs, and Perfect Pitch Guttering Systems! Also, thank you Frankfords for the ride!!” Rylan Frankford raced his 2019 Beta 125 Race Edition. His race report follows: “We travelled to Wellston, Ohio for round 7 of the 2019 NEPG series. This week we had the pleasure of taking Huck Jenkins along with us. This worked out perfect because we had one more spot left in the van. Huck and I both race 200A, and are both competing in the Beta Cup! Huck came down Friday night, and we got everything loaded in the van so that we would be ready to go first thing in the morning. We left my house at 5am, and arrived at our hotel around 2pm Saturday. The hotel was only about 10 minutes from the track so we quickly unloaded our bags, and headed to the track. We went through sign up, and got everything that we needed taken care of so that we would be ready to go Sunday Morning. We left the track to go find some dinner and head back to the hotel. Sunday was race day so we got to the track super early. I was on row 12, and the conditions were perfect! Tests 1-4 were all really good. They flowed well switching between fast pace track and tight single trails. Test 5 was my personal favorite it was only around 4 miles and really fast pace which suits me best. Test 6 was tighter and more technical. My parents did an awesome job chasing us around all day and pitting us. Unfortunately, I struggled all day to ride good resulting in a 9th place in 200a. We got all packed up and headed back home. Although my results weren’t what I wanted them to be, any weekend spent racing is a better than a weekend spent sitting at home. Also, Round 7 is coming up on September 8 in Park Hills, Mo in the past this has been an awesome enduro to go to! My Beta 125 was awesome as always. Also, I want to thank everyone who supports me and helps me work towards my goals Bonecutter Offroad, Mika Metals, Fasst Company, EKS Brand, DT-1 Filters, Kenda Tires USA, G2 Ergonomics, Moose Racing, Alpinestars, and Terry Rogue at RIDE Organic.” Broc French formally on a Beta 390, got on a 125 this year and truly digs the small-bore bikes! His race report follows: “Round 6 in Ohio was OUTSTANDING. My family and I got to the race site mid-day Saturday. You could not ask for better weather or views, it was perfect for relaxing and getting prepped for Sunday’s race! I was told that the area received rain Thursday before and the conditions would be great. They were not lying!! What a killer course and epic conditions! The Appalachian Dirt Riders Club did a fantastic job of making very flowy and fun track. Some Pre-Madonna’s might say there was some slick spots but I would have to disagree, it was perfect. The Little Raccoon Enduro has been my favorite race all year. It was a great mix of rolling hills, big hill climbs, fast, tight, and a grass track; it had it all. What it did not have was ROCKS!! I was on row 18, the same row I always try to get and this round Mackenzie Tricker was on it. WOW, that gal can roll!! I was only able to keep up with her for a mile or so each test. I was having a great day on my Bonecutter Off Road Beta 125 and was able to bring home a 3rd in A 200, still keeping the class points lead and a solid 59th OA. I am looking forward to the MO round next week but bummed that will be my last round before deploying. I have had an amazing time this year traveling to six different states to race with some of the best on all varieties of terrain. No better feeling than letting that Beta 125 eat!!” Well, I don’t know about y’all but it sounds like Ohio was primo!! Great job to Broc, Rylan, and Huck along

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The Tennessee Knockout Extreme Enduro 2019

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The Tennessee Knockout Extreme Enduro 2019 The Tennessee Knockout (TKO) was last weekend. After my experience last year, I opted to sit this EXTREME hard endure out to keep myself ready for other events. A few of our local Beta and Sherco riders made the trip to the Trial’s Training Center to race this national event. Jared Cheatham aboard his 2018 Beta 250 Race Ed had a way better experience than the year before. His race report follows: “The course was actually pretty easy. I did not push very hard so I could save my energy for the tougher obstacles. The first round did not have anything crazy difficult in it. I ended up finishing 117th overall and got to move on to the next round. This was pretty exciting since last year I timed out in the first round. Before round two, I had about an hour. No vendors were open for breakfast so I used this time to shove as many snacks down my throat as possible. The start of the second round, I pulled the holeshot which was awesome. Immediately after the start, there was an enormous log and I popped over it like it was nothing. After the log, it was a quick 180 and straight up a huge bridge jump. The course for the second round was a lot harder. We went through crazy rock beds, testing the bike’s suspension and rider’s balance. Loads of bottle necks but luckily enough room to pull some crazy lines to get through the riders. Then I got to “Jarvis Hill”, there was two main lines on each side of the hill. It was long and steep with no run up and of course a bunch of boulders and holes. It was an absolute fight to get around people and to the top. Total carnage. Clutch control and patience were a must to make it up this section. Finally, making it to the top, I was gassed. This was not the end, yet. There was a creek that felt like at least a mile long with boulders, some being the size of smart cars! Arm pump city. This year was dry and traction was there. This race was a great test of willpower and showed what I needed to work on. In the second round, I finished 150th and did not qualify for the next. I am already looking forward to next year.” Megan Kennon raced her 2019 Beta 300 RR in a stacked women’s class. Her race report follows: “2019 TKO was one for the books! I came close to finishing in under 2 hours and 30 mins like I needed to move on to round two but I got hung up in the playground at the end finishing in 2 hours and 35 mins. I accidently launched the ole Beta and did a number on it. Good thing I know an awesome parts girl. TKO is still my all-time favorite race!” Ryan Kuene raced his 2019 Sherco 300 SE Factory. He even got to practice with Sherco Factory rider, Wade Young! So cool! Ryan qualified for the second round and got to bring home a silver medal. On the national level, Beta’s and Sherco’s had a large appearance with excellent results! In the women’s pro class, Factory Beta USA rider Rachel Gutish won and Factory Beta USA rider Morgan Tanke took 4th after a wrist injury earlier in the day! There were 4 Sherco’s and 1 Beta in the top 15 overall! Factory Sherco rider’s Mario Roman and Wade Young went 2-3. Max Gerston, Beta USA, finished 8th. Then Sherco USA Nick Fahringer and Mitch Carvolth finished 12th and 13th. It is so cool to see talented rider’s preforming well on Beta and Sherco dirt bikes. Cover Photo Credits: Kenny King Last Photo Credits: Erin Gutish More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Battery Maintenance

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Battery Maintenance Battery maintenance is often overlooked but almost just as important as an oil change, especially if you have a fuel injected dirt bike. I am not just referring to charging the battery but also checking the battery. Constant contact between the cables and battery is absolutely necessary. Keep in mind, anything that can be tightened can also come loose. Be sure to check the battery terminals where the cables connect to ensure they are tight. If not, the bike will not receive full charge. If it is a lead acid, sometimes it can leak. It will be white stuff around the battery terminals. Do not touch or sniff it. Put on gloves and remove the cables. Use baking soda while scrubbing with a wire brush to get rid of it. If left alone, the terminals can corrode. Ensure the battery is secure in the bike. If the battery moves around, it can be ruined or temporarily not work. Keep up on charging. If the bike is going to sit awhile, hooking up a battery tender is not a bad idea. If the battery charge gets low it could ruin the battery. Fuel injected four strokes are voltage sensitive and it is hard on the bike to let the battery go low. IMPORTANT – If you use a lithium battery make sure the battery charger used is for lithium batteries! I recommend a good quality battery. It can make or break you! I have had excellent luck with WPS house brand, Fire Power featherlight lithium batteries! I have one in both of my bikes and one of them is almost 4 years old with no issues! Lead battery wise, I recommend Yuasa. I know light batteries are the thing now but some manufactures, such as Beta, recommend a lead acid battery in their four strokes. More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Hot & Hydrated

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Hot & Hydrated Welcome to the dog days of summer! I try to not complain about the heat since I am anti-winter and 50 degrees is too cold but it does make riding dirt bikes a tad bit more difficult. Here are some tips to survive the baking sun. HYDRATE! Lay off the beer and soda the week before a race. Try to consume lots of water throughout the day even if you are not outside in the heat. Hydrating for a race starts before the weekend. On race/riding weekend drink plenty of water before starting. Camelback is not a bad idea either. It is important to have a “sports drink” that has electrolytes along with some complex carbohydrates in it to replenish nutrients loss over excessive riding in the heat. Avoid all sugary drinks. Ryno Power Hydration Fuel fits into this category and is safe for kids. NUTRITION! This all depends on the type of person you are and what your body handles. In the heat, I work better with smaller meals and snacks. Fruit is a must! Of course, there’s more but I won’t bore you with what my diet/nutrition plan looks like. LIGHT GEAR! Lots of companies release summer gear that is a lot more vented. I like to use Fly Kinetic Mesh when it is steamy out. If it is not a race and just a riding adventure, start the days EARLY, get up with the sun! I promise, it is a lot cooler outside before 9 AM. Plus, the views are worth it! Along with the feeling of accomplishment before most people are awake. WATCH YOURSELF AND OTHERS! Pay attention to how you feel. If you are experiencing symptoms of dehydration and other heat related issues, get help, go to a cool place. Lookout for the people around you, they may not know what is going on. REPLINISH! & REPLINISH SOME MORE! I cannot stress this enough. I like to be ready to get back to normal training practices as soon as possible! The muscles in your body cannot heal without replenishing what was lost in sweat and activity. After racing or a hard ride, I follow up with a protein shake and carbohydrates. So, it is protein powder, Ryno Power Carbo Fuel, water, and ICE. This helps the body know it is time to start healing the muscles. You can be the fittest person out there or work in the heat all the time but that does not eliminate the heat related risks. STAY HYRDATED & HAVE FUN! More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Chains & Sprockets

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Chains & Sprockets Chain and sprockets are a wear and tear item. If the chain is not properly cleaned and lubed it can cause premature wear on the chain and sprockets. When washing the bike, put it up on a stand so you can spin the wheel and get every part of the chain cleaned. Immediately after washing, lube the chain up. I prefer good, sticky lube and not the kind that splatter everywhere! BelRay Blue Tac chain lube is my go to. After you have a clean bike, inspect the condition of the chain and sprockets. Sprocket condition can be checked visually by looking at the sprocket teeth. The teeth take on a hook shape when worn, and in severe cases, shorten and round off when maintenance has been neglected. The condition of the chain can be checked by putting the bike on a stand. Rotate the rear wheel and visually inspect the chain’s condition. As you rotate, feel the chain for tight spots or links that are stuck together. Attempt to pull the chain away from the rearmost part of the rear sprocket. If the chain can be pulled off the rear sprocket by a half sprocket tooth or more, it is time for a replacement. If the chain moves significantly side to side when pushed and pulled on the sprocket, wear has occurred. So, you are to the point of needing a new chain and sprockets. Most of the time, it is a good idea to go ahead and replace both sprockets and chain at the same time. If not, the items replaced can wear prematurely. Usually, the front sprocket wears out a lot quicker. First off, remove the master link from the chain. Then, remove the chain from the dirt bike. Now, go ahead and remove the countershaft sprocket (front sprocket). Before installing the new countershaft sprocket, clean up the countershaft area. The front sprocket has a retaining clip and it is important to make sure it seats all the way into the groove. Time to move to the rear sprocket, before removing the wheel, go ahead and loosen up the sprocket bolts. This just makes it easier to remove. When that’s finished, remove the wheel from the dirt bike. Then remove the sprocket bolts and nuts and pull the old sprocket from the hub. Spray contact cleaner on the hub to clean the area up before installing the new sprocket. Apply Loctite to the threads of the sprocket bolts. Snug the bolts down with a ratchet and an open-ended wrench in a star-shaped pattern. This will ensure that the sprocket gets tighten down evenly. Then use a torque wrench to finish tightening them, refer to your bike manufactures service manual for torque specs. While the chain is off, inspect the chain slider and rollers. If they are wore out or damaged, go ahead and replace. Put the rear wheel back on the bike. Typically, you will have a chain that is a little longer than the one on your bike. So, measure it out and cut what needs to be cut off. Typically, a grinder is an easy tool to use to do this. Otherwise, a chain breaker tool is needed for the job. For us, it’s usually 4-5 links. Align the chain up with the rear sprocket and thread it up through and around the front sprocket. Then slide it through the chain guide and back up around the rear sprocket. For an o-ring style chain, make sure the o-rings are put on each pin before installing the master link. After the master link is installed, it is time to adjust the slack in the chain. Do a visual check, most people can tell just by looking at the chain if it’s too loose or too tight. A good rule of thumb is the three-finger method. Put three fingers on top of each other. You should get three fingers in between the chain and swingarm. If not, it’s obviously too tight or if there is still a lot of slack with your fingers in there, it’s too loose. So, adjust it. Loosen the rear axle. Tighten the chain tensioner bolt to loosen chain. Loosen the chain tensioner bolt to tighten the chain. Make sure the chain blockers are aligned properly. Tighten the rear axle up. Check the chain again. I run Firepower Gold O-ring chains on all of my bikes paired with a 50T Supersprox rear sprocket and PBI front sprocket. For Beta & Sherco gearing recommendations, go to our tech tip section on the website. Cover Photo Credit: Shan Moore More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Jetting

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Wrench Tip Wednesday: Jetting Touching a carburetor on a dirt bike may sound scary or a chore to some. So, if you need carburetor work or jetting done, taking it to a mechanic may be a good idea. Jetting your dirt bike’s carburetor is determining the proper air-to-fuel ratio the engine receives. Running the correct ratio of fuel and air makes your dirt bike run well. Jets of different sizes helps increase or decrease the fuel/air ratio depending on what your bike requires and many other factors. Most dirt bikes off the floor might look “ready to ride” but that is not the case and some may require jetting changes. A lot of factors influence whether or not you’ll need to jet the carb. Such as, the weather, humidity, altitude, upgrades to engine or exhaust system, or sometimes routine maintenance. The carburetor consists of four components: Pilot Jet – this controls the amount of fuel when idling Main Jet – this controls the fuel when you open up the throttle (between 50 and 100 percent power) Jet Needle – this controls the fuel when you open and close the throttle (between 20 and 80 percent power) Needle Jet – this is what the jet needle pops in and out of (between 15 to 60 percent of throttle But how do you know if the bike needs to be jetted? After breaking in your dirt bike, it’s easy to determine whether you need to jet the carb. BUT it will require you to look at the spark plug. Take the plug out and if they look clean, you’re good to go. However, if you see black soot then you’re running rich, meaning you’ve got too much fuel. If you see white residue then you’ve got too much air flowing in or you’re running lean. Another way to determine is how the bike rides. If your dirt bike tends to be sluggish when you get on it and/or it backfires when opened up a bit, you’re probably injecting too much fuel. If your bike can take off in a sprint but lacks overall power, then you’ve got too much air. Jetting can be easy but also tricky. If you’re running rich, check the main jet, jet needle, and needle jet. First, tinker with the main jet and if that solves the problem you found the easy solution. If it doesn’t solve the problem then you’ll need to check the jet needle and then the needle jet. Don’t mess with all three jets at once. Change the main jet first and see if that solves the problem. If you change all three you’ll never know what jet posed the air/fuel mixture problem, you’ll overcompensate to lean and create a bigger problem than necessary. Your bike might run rich in the late summer months and then run lean come early spring. Elevations also mess with jetting because of the dense air. Higher altitude (thinner air) requires less fuel or leaner jetting to run correctly. Jets can be bought separately but we favor towards using JD Jet Kit. It comes with a chart and you just follow the directions of what to do and what to change based on where you’re riding and temperatures. It makes it so easy! Plus, you will have extra jets if you need them vs not having extras. More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Beta MY2020

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Beta MY2020 Betamotor released their new generation of Enduro dirt bikes but this is no simple redesign. Large advances and many changes have been made to 2020 Beta. 8 different engine sizes available, four being 2 stroke (125, 200, 250, 300) and four being 4 stroke (350, 390, 430, 500), giving new and old customers a large selection of bikes. Beta prides themselves with developing bikes that fit into the “rideability” category. This makes the off road riding experience fun and easy to ride from beginners to seasoned riders. Major advances have been made to both the two stroke and four stroke bikes. The four strokes have a complete redesigned engine which made the bike lose weight, a total of 2.2lbs. The center of gravity was moved closer to the swingarm pivot which results in improved handling. The all new magnesium clutch clover improved oil flow into the clutch assembly more efficiently. A new water pump system has improved the flow-rate, keeping the bike’s average temperature much lower, which gives better performance. The cylinder and head have been redesigned with thoughts of keeping the engine at lower temperatures. In 2018, Beta released twin injectors on Race Edition models only, now the RR-S is equipped with the same technology. The clutch was redesigned to give smoother and more modular gear shifting. The gearshift mechanism now has a lighter cam to improve shifting. The two strokes have reduced vibration by increasing inertia and improving the power delivery curve by finally adding a counter-balancer. How exciting! The 250 cylinder has been redesigned to improve torque at low RPM. The 125 has a new cylinder, exhaust flange, exhaust valve system, and new boosters. The new expansion chamber provides a broader range of power delivery. The clutch cover has also been modified with an air purging system operated by the modified clutch mechanism and modified oil inlet cap position to improve oil changes. These changes increased the performance of the 125 but still provides a bike that is easier to ride. Now to the chassis: Beta redesigned the frame’s rigidity to increase agility and stability. Weight was also reduced from these changes, along with vibration. At the base, the frame is narrower than years past to improve handling. The center of gravity is now found closer to the middle of the bike which should make the bike feel lighter along with less weight in the front. For the 2T’s the geometry of the frame is the same but the 4T’s have changed with a steeper steering angle. The swingarm is now longer for 4 strokes and the 200 2T to give better stability and traction. A lot of people will be a fan of this next thing, we sell lots of rear tailpieces. It has been redesigned to reduce breakage. The air box components, electrical components, and oil reservoir (for 2T’s) are now stored inside of it. The air filter mounting system has been modified for quicker and hopefully more accurate installation. The fork design has been improved along with internal valving to work in-line with the all new frame design. A new inner cartridge lowering the center of gravity which provides plushness and square-edge impacts. The shock has new valving to also work in-line with the new frame. The cooling system has been improved by putting the hoses inside the frame along with more efficient radiators. This allows the engine to operate at lower temperatures. The fuel tanks have been increased in size, 2.4 gallons for the four strokes and 2.55 gallons for the two strokes. The kickstand has a bigger foot pad. The chain guide is longer to suit the new swingarm. What about the design? If you have seen pictures of all new 2020’s, they look a lot different than year’s past. The plastics have a completely new look improving ergonomics. A redesigned seat to make sitting more comfortable. A new design to the frame protectors making them more stylish and appealing. The composite subframe was modified to lose weight but to match up to the new airbox design. But don’t worry the push button seat removal is still there! If these changes don’t get you excited, I am not sure what will! You can expect to see the two stroke models in September and the four stroke models in November. The race editions have not been announced yet but stay tuned in the coming months. Don’t forget, our dealership, Bonecutter Off Road stocks tons of OEM and aftermarket accessories for Beta dirt bikes and Beta trials bikes! More Posts Back To Blog Page

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