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Topic: SDR 200 fork oil capacity |
James P
Replies: 4
Views: 1500
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Wed May 07, 2025 1:26 pm Subject: SDR 200 fork oil capacity |
Ron,
I see that the SDR200.com info table doesn't mention the height of the air space. The SDR manual says:
Volume of oil - 255ml
Height of air space above oil (with spring removed and fork ful ... |
Topic: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
James P
Replies: 35
Views: 58196
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Sun Mar 02, 2025 8:38 am Subject: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
On the topic of SS Ishii, that firm published some drawings and other details on how to modify the standard SDR engine for SDR Cup racing 'back in the day'.
For your info/interest, here is a link ... |
Topic: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
James P
Replies: 35
Views: 58196
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Sun Mar 02, 2025 8:31 am Subject: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
Went for it again, a few days later, got to 155kph, and engine locked!
Any idea if a crankshaft kit would bolt in along with cylinder to get to the bigger bole and stroker based capaicyt without ... |
Topic: Another SDR project |
James P
Replies: 25
Views: 34737
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Thu May 16, 2024 1:08 am Subject: Another SDR project |
I was also planning to install a tacho as outlined in JamesP SDR rebuild but discovered the drive parts were now NLA. That went out of the window until I spotted an SDR parts bundle on eBay and snag ... |
Topic: Splitting SDR cases |
James P
Replies: 6
Views: 24638
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Sun Feb 18, 2024 12:10 am Subject: Splitting SDR cases |
Cases are currently apart whilst the crankshaft is at the machine shop for evaluation.
https://i.ibb.co/B3HkJt4/20230830-165534.jpg
Hopefully those crank webs should clean up OK Ron - let us k ... |
Topic: Another SDR project |
James P
Replies: 25
Views: 34737
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2024 11:51 pm Subject: Another SDR project |
One of many questions has arisen, namely ... is the SDR standard chassis Nickel or Chrome plated?
I have read articles with both being mentioned but dont know which is correct. Its appears to be l ... |
Topic: Suzuki GSXR1100-GT750 |
James P
Replies: 1
Views: 11535
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Forum: Suzuki Posted: Sat Dec 09, 2023 11:39 pm Subject: Suzuki GSXR1100-GT750 |
I saw this weird concoction for sale on Yahoo Auctions today:
https://i.imgur.com/upRSG3z.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/b6O8Pys.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/7k8147h.jpg
According to the blurb, the ow ... |
Topic: SDR230 for sale in Japan |
James P
Replies: 1
Views: 12594
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Sun Nov 26, 2023 7:43 am Subject: SDR230 for sale in Japan |
I saw this SDR for sale on Yahoo Auctions:
https://i.imgur.com/uGV3gXV.jpg
Basically, it has a DT230 Lanza engine transplant and TZ125 front suspension.
Not cheap at 1,300,000 Yen (about 6,90 ... |
Topic: SDR 200 Carb question |
James P
Replies: 5
Views: 22163
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 8:13 am Subject: SDR 200 Carb question |
Thks James - Inhave found that to be the case indeed and even though I have not done much, the bike is running quite well, seems to like cool air so maybe jetted a bit rich for summer….been ridi ... |
Topic: SDR 200 Carb question |
James P
Replies: 5
Views: 22163
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 8:13 am Subject: SDR 200 Carb question |
Thks James - Inhave found that to be the case indeed and even though I have not done much, the bike is running quite well, seems to like cool air so maybe jetted a bit rich for summer….been ridi ... |
Topic: SDR 200 Carb question |
James P
Replies: 5
Views: 22163
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 8:12 am Subject: SDR 200 Carb question |
Thks James - Inhave found that to be the case indeed and even though I have not done much, the bike is running quite well, seems to like cool air so maybe jetted a bit rich for summer….been ridi ... |
Topic: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
James P
Replies: 35
Views: 58196
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2023 11:17 am Subject: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
I actually have 2 Ferraris and in many ways I find the SDR far cooler / funner, but I am bike crazy these days and cars (even great sports cars) are a little passe in my view!
How much would you pa ... |
Topic: Splitting SDR cases |
James P
Replies: 6
Views: 24638
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2023 11:08 am Subject: Splitting SDR cases |
Good effort, I'd guess it was in neutral before splitting?
I think mine was in neutral when disassembled and reassembled, but I don't think it makes any difference if any particular gear is selecte ... |
Topic: SDR 200 Carb question |
James P
Replies: 5
Views: 22163
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2023 11:04 am Subject: SDR 200 Carb question |
You may find that the hole (although tapped) does not lead anywhere. The TM28SS carb bodies used on the TZR 3XV models have tapped holes on both sides for a throttle stop adjusting screw. On one carb, ... |
Topic: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
James P
Replies: 35
Views: 58196
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Forum: Yamaha Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2023 11:18 am Subject: New to me 1987 SDR 200 |
If considering an engine change for your second project bike, I came across this by chance today: think this is a Chinese copy of the DT230 Lanza engine. There are mentions of 250cc everywhere, but if ... |
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