Yesterday, Oscar broke in the new engine.
Tomorrow he will put on all the new parts so take one last look at this bike,
This is the last time you will see it in this trim.
When you see it on Sunday it will have taken it's first steps to becoming KX Guru'd
Here is a update from Oscar over at KXuru.com
USMC 500
The Beast now has a total of 1.2 hours on the hour meter. The 2 most noticeable improvements on the Beast are the Chassis and the Tranny.
The Beast was treated to Pivot Works bearings all the way around.....wheels, steering, shock linkage, shock and swingarm. This bike feels very tight and has the feeling of a brand new motorcycle.
The Transmission......Mike and Jason did a phenomenal job getting the transmission to function properly. Previously the transmission would jump out of gear and you would have to really slam the shifter to make gear changes under load. The transmission now shifts like butter. The shift lever gives zero resistance when making gear changes and inspires confidence.
The motor is no slouch either. I spent the first hour just cruising around to get all the new engine parts to mingle and meet. Just before loading the Beast I made about 5 good 5th gear WOT passes and the Beast passed with flying colors. There is a little work that still needs to be done as far as jetting goes but that will get done at the race on Sunday.
Tomorrow will be another busy day.......there is still much to be done before Sunday's race:
Wash the bike
Torque check the head and cylinder again
change the gearbox oil
Modify and install new Torc 1 rear brake lever
Install new Torc 1 handlebar and grips
Install and test fit new Torc 1 foot pegs
clean the air filter
........those who know the history of MY bike will understand. lol
Install new factory FMF pipe and silencer
Mount all new bodywork
