Another 07' CR 250 Build

Rider_122
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Edited Date/Time 1/25/2017 5:01pm
So I just thought I'd share some pictures of my bike I've built over the last couple years and I am continually changing and adding different things so the project is never really done. I started with a completely stock, ugly CR and was shooting for more of a bling build than anything really. Unfortunately I did not do a very good job documenting the build at all so bear with me.

So this is how the bike started



Stripped it down and cleaned away



Add some parts here and there over time, like lectron carb, new pipe, chain, steel braided lines, radiators, blue hoses, pegs, hammerhead shift and brake levers, boyesen covers



I picked up some used Excels with talon hubs, pc clamps, and got a set of nitride coated lowers on ebay and found a ohlins shock on craigslist, thought I was done but found I was not ever close...



I started a 07 cr 125 built right after this and it motivated me to redo and change my 250 so I stripped it back down and powder coated the frame and swingarm black









From here I decided to go with a custom graphics kit and seat cover through Magik to match my 125 I had built



Then over time I have changed and added parts such as raptor pegs, braking rear caliper, new graphics, new pipe and silencer, A kit suspension from 12' TLD honda, misc. Ti bolts, new wheels and hubs, hinson clutch and cover.

These are pictures from today and where the bike is at now, going to have someone make some backgrounds that match the graphics, continue to add Ti bolts, going to get some CF fork guards and maybe if I feel like spending big money a CF gas tank






















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jmc2
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Good looking scooters! All colors! I like the matching 125 and 250 side by side photo.
Rider_122
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7/6/2016 11:12am
Anybody have any leads on an aluminum gas tank??
RussB
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7/7/2016 8:40am
I didn't think Pro Circuit made the CF silencer for the CR's?

Is it a one off by PC or a modified YZ/KTM silencer?
I'd love one for my RM

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HenryA
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7/7/2016 2:01pm
Really nice build! What modification did you do to the rear shock to make it fit?
Rider_122
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7/7/2016 2:17pm Edited Date/Time 7/7/2016 2:21pm
RussB wrote:
I didn't think Pro Circuit made the CF silencer for the CR's? Is it a one off by PC or a modified YZ/KTM silencer? I'd love...
I didn't think Pro Circuit made the CF silencer for the CR's?

Is it a one off by PC or a modified YZ/KTM silencer?
I'd love one for my RM
They now make the Ti-2 for CRs, I just looked and unfortunately they only make them for like the RM65s for some reason


HenryA- the rear shock is off a 12 crf 450 so the length is perfect, just had to shave a tiny bit off the corner of the upper shock mount (frame) so that the oversized body clears, also cut back the shroud plastic so it doesn't cover the adjuster
7/8/2016 8:01am
Rider_122 wrote:
So I just thought I'd share some pictures of my bike I've built over the last couple years and I am continually changing and adding different...
So I just thought I'd share some pictures of my bike I've built over the last couple years and I am continually changing and adding different things so the project is never really done. I started with a completely stock, ugly CR and was shooting for more of a bling build than anything really. Unfortunately I did not do a very good job documenting the build at all so bear with me.

So this is how the bike started



Stripped it down and cleaned away



Add some parts here and there over time, like lectron carb, new pipe, chain, steel braided lines, radiators, blue hoses, pegs, hammerhead shift and brake levers, boyesen covers



I picked up some used Excels with talon hubs, pc clamps, and got a set of nitride coated lowers on ebay and found a ohlins shock on craigslist, thought I was done but found I was not ever close...



I started a 07 cr 125 built right after this and it motivated me to redo and change my 250 so I stripped it back down and powder coated the frame and swingarm black









From here I decided to go with a custom graphics kit and seat cover through Magik to match my 125 I had built



Then over time I have changed and added parts such as raptor pegs, braking rear caliper, new graphics, new pipe and silencer, A kit suspension from 12' TLD honda, misc. Ti bolts, new wheels and hubs, hinson clutch and cover.

These are pictures from today and where the bike is at now, going to have someone make some backgrounds that match the graphics, continue to add Ti bolts, going to get some CF fork guards and maybe if I feel like spending big money a CF gas tank






















I've wanted one for my rm too.... bills pipes told me they'd have one for the rm 125 and rm 250 in few months
DerickYZ
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7/8/2016 8:42am
What mods do you have on that CR125WoohooWoohooWoohoo
I have an 03 and would like to know, thanks! Sick bikes!
Rider_122
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7/10/2016 11:15am Edited Date/Time 7/10/2016 11:16am
DerickYZ wrote:
What mods do you have on that CR125WoohooWoohooWoohoo
I have an 03 and would like to know, thanks! Sick bikes!
There wasn't a whole lot done to my 125, put a full set of coated Showa suspension on it, motor was stock besides full Hinson, but had bunch of bling parts
Rider_122
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8/23/2016 3:08pm
So I snagged a Carbon tank from Blackdiamond recently, tanks are badass. Super light, good fitment and great quality.






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8/23/2016 10:56pm Edited Date/Time 8/23/2016 10:57pm
The bike looks great ! Only one thing I'd change..... Throw those MX51 tires in the trash. Laughing
Good job, digging the uniqueness of it. Coming along really nice. Cool Those tanks are badass.
8/24/2016 5:21am
that vent line on the tank would scare me to death. looks like it could get broke off pretty easy then the whole thing is scrap.

looks bad ass though
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8/24/2016 7:36am
RussB wrote:
I didn't think Pro Circuit made the CF silencer for the CR's? Is it a one off by PC or a modified YZ/KTM silencer? I'd love...
I didn't think Pro Circuit made the CF silencer for the CR's?

Is it a one off by PC or a modified YZ/KTM silencer?
I'd love one for my RM
Rider_122 wrote:
They now make the Ti-2 for CRs, I just looked and unfortunately they only make them for like the RM65s for some reason HenryA- the rear...
They now make the Ti-2 for CRs, I just looked and unfortunately they only make them for like the RM65s for some reason


HenryA- the rear shock is off a 12 crf 450 so the length is perfect, just had to shave a tiny bit off the corner of the upper shock mount (frame) so that the oversized body clears, also cut back the shroud plastic so it doesn't cover the adjuster
How did the Ohlins shock perform compared to stock and compared to the A-kit Showa?

Very nice build.
Rider_122
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8/24/2016 4:38pm
How did the Ohlins shock perform compared to stock and compared to the A-kit Showa?

Very nice build.
I actually really liked the Ohlins, I like plush suspension and the Ohlins was sweet
Rider_122
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8/24/2016 6:05pm
Bike looks awesome.

Where did you get the carbon RC valve from?
Guy in Portugal sells them on eBay, not the highest quality carbon fiber but looks cool
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8/25/2016 6:39am Edited Date/Time 8/25/2016 6:48am
Upgrade to the stock 2015 CRF450 footpeg brackets. These are lighter than the stock CR brackets and have a mud blocker design while using an identical bolt pattern. The CRF brackets are direct bolt on replacements. The stock footpeg pins and springs are also identical.
Honda part 50610-MEN-A70
Honda part 50611-MEN-A70
Under $12 each online at Honda of East Toledo
Rider_122
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8/25/2016 8:47am
rider 122, did you have this bike forsale?
No I haven't had this bike posted but the right price could convince me to sell haha



40- Yeah I've contemplated switching them out but just haven't done it yet
Rider_122
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8/30/2016 3:08pm
So I've finally come across some Ti stuff for the build, got some Met tec Ti bolts along with Axles, swingarm and linkage bolts



8/31/2016 7:37am
I'm looking into getting a cmt tank, Is the build quality up to par with the cost?

I think I can make it fit on my 2001 with the right shrouds, got ano regular 2002 tank to try on my 01 first..
Rider_122
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8/31/2016 10:49am Edited Date/Time 8/31/2016 2:11pm
I'm looking into getting a cmt tank, Is the build quality up to par with the cost? I think I can make it fit on my...
I'm looking into getting a cmt tank, Is the build quality up to par with the cost?

I think I can make it fit on my 2001 with the right shrouds, got ano regular 2002 tank to try on my 01 first..
Build quality on the tank is top notch perfect fit, all the bolts lined up as they should, not a single complaint they defiantly take their time on them
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9/7/2016 9:08pm
Your bike's look great. I have a 2002 125 and 250 myself, the suspension for me is really hard. I broke my ankle and leg July 30th landing a jump. I don't want to high jack your thread but would love to know what I should do to upgrade my suspension.
Rider_122
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9/7/2016 10:52pm Edited Date/Time 9/7/2016 10:54pm
65 wrote:
Your bike's look great. I have a 2002 125 and 250 myself, the suspension for me is really hard. I broke my ankle and leg July...
Your bike's look great. I have a 2002 125 and 250 myself, the suspension for me is really hard. I broke my ankle and leg July 30th landing a jump. I don't want to high jack your thread but would love to know what I should do to upgrade my suspension.
Well there are many different options you could go (depends on your budget), revalve is a great way to get better all around performance from your suspension, on the 125 I recommend ditching the 46mm KYBs and put the same forks that your 250 (showa) has
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9/8/2016 8:50am
Rider_122 wrote:
So I've finally come across some Ti stuff for the build, got some Met tec Ti bolts along with Axles, swingarm and linkage bolts [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/08/30/149224/s1200_IMG_5155.jpg[/img]
So I've finally come across some Ti stuff for the build, got some Met tec Ti bolts along with Axles, swingarm and linkage bolts



What's the weight savings? Cool factor is very high!!

Also, where do you find these kits, I'd like to see what they have for an RM-125.
Rider_122
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9/8/2016 1:06pm
PRM31 wrote:
What's the weight savings? Cool factor is very high!!

Also, where do you find these kits, I'd like to see what they have for an RM-125.
Unfortunately I only weighed a couple items and didn't write it down, as where to get these kits I found mine used but met tec and race tech sell kits
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9/8/2016 7:17pm
65 wrote:
Your bike's look great. I have a 2002 125 and 250 myself, the suspension for me is really hard. I broke my ankle and leg July...
Your bike's look great. I have a 2002 125 and 250 myself, the suspension for me is really hard. I broke my ankle and leg July 30th landing a jump. I don't want to high jack your thread but would love to know what I should do to upgrade my suspension.
Rider_122 wrote:
Well there are many different options you could go (depends on your budget), revalve is a great way to get better all around performance from your...
Well there are many different options you could go (depends on your budget), revalve is a great way to get better all around performance from your suspension, on the 125 I recommend ditching the 46mm KYBs and put the same forks that your 250 (showa) has
This!!! I ditched the 46mm kyb forks on my 02 125 and went with the 47mm Showa twin chambers and had factory connection valve both ends. Suspension is really really good!!
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9/12/2016 9:49am
I got the CF tank a while back from BlackDiamond also. Amazing quality! Really cleans up the seat/tank area.


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