Paging the 150 mafia...
Has anybody seen a CRF 150, just the regular one not the R model, converted to a SM bike. Do you think this would be fun at Stockton or does it just lack too much power. Just wondering.
Tim
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The 150 F is a lot of fun at Stockton, yes the R is faster but I guess it depends on what you want to do out there.
If you just want to go out there with your buddies and have fun racing each other then the F is the way to go. It has a bigger frame then the other minis like the 150R, ttr125 or klx125 so it fits adults a little better. It is heavier as well but in the long run the frames will be able to withstand the pounding of a 200 lb rider where the smaller minis would probably break after awhile.
Maintenance is a snap, just change the 1 quart of oil every now and then and you're done.
The 150R has much higher maintenance schedules, much like the big bore motocrossers but the R has a lot more power then the F and is smaller too.
Amongst my buds we have 5 or 6 150Fs that we've been taking to Stockton for that past 2-3 years now. I can't tell you how much fun it is for us to race each other around that track. It doesn't matter that everyone is passing us down the straights, on the inside and outside, we're so focused on passing each other that we don't care. Kind of like racing to not be last but it's some of the best riding memories I have.
A couple of the guys are selling their Fs to upgrade to Rs, and that means we all have to upgrade to Rs so the Fs are for sale. Let me know if you're interested in any of the bikes for sale and I'll give you more details.:cry
Do the 150's have enough power to "back it in" on the pavement, or do you need a bigger bike for that?
Tim
Riding with the minis if fun as heck no matter what you are on. My bone stock ysr50 is a blast, despite being passed by those pesky 150 mafia guys.
I have a CRF150F that I did a full SM conversion on. It is a great bike. Not quite as quick as the new 150R's....but pretty much bulletproof. I had the 170cc engine built by engines only...spent about 2grand on the motor alone...the engine mods were extensive, but no stroker option to keep the reliability factor high...BBR triple, race tech emulators, BBR stiff spring up front (unless you are large only use one of the stiff springs...way too tight with both in there), Fully adjustable rear shock with ride height adjustment, custom built flat-slide, sun 17" wheels, protaper bars, rev-box....the list goes on. Sure I put a crapload of $$ into the thing, but it is a blast..
I also might have to sell it soon due to the lack of recent use and piles of recent bills...if you are looking to buy one I might be able to seperate with mine....if you are looking to build one I would be more than happy to give any advice I can.
Thanks for the info. I'll keep you in mind if I decide to go this route.
By the way, which shock did you get. I also heard good things about the engines only big bore. Really makes the bike quicker.
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Tim
Don't let Duke fool you they are as fast as anyone on the track. A bigger bike may get by them on the straight but they mob everyone in the turns and pass every where, trust me I know. The F is a great and cheaper way to go. I would love to get a CRF150 and join the Mafia.
Hey Eric, how tall is your daughter? It looks like that bike fits her like a glove. I'm trying to find a 150f for my GF to get started in the dirt.Here's my Daughter and her CRF 150F.
Does anyone have any pics of their 150 SM's?