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General => Open Discussion => Topic started by: klutchbuster400 on February 10, 2006, 10:34:17 PM



Title: o3 z400 frame
Post by: klutchbuster400 on February 10, 2006, 10:34:17 PM
i've heard the 03 z400 frame was weak, but just how weak is it? i plan on going to the track alot more often now, and i would like it if my frame didnt snap on me after hitting a bump, so do you think i shoud get a gusset kit RIGTH away, or should i be good for a while?


Title: Re: o3 z400 frame
Post by: bigscrub79 on February 10, 2006, 10:45:30 PM
I am not sure but i always say "Better safe than sorry." I am sure it would be cheaper to get the gussets now, rather than to fix the frame and get the gussets added later.


Title: Re: o3 z400 frame
Post by: lawn_man mx on February 11, 2006, 08:42:10 AM
it  all depends  on your  frame  some  03s were   real crappy.some are not  so far mine  its been  good.  knock  on wood............ .. the best bet  is  to  have  it  gusseted   i will be doing mine  soon.  you  never kwow ! ive seen  broken  03s just  by  trail riddin.   :o


Title: Re: o3 z400 frame
Post by: SkyHighT100 on February 11, 2006, 08:47:23 AM
if nothing else atleast Gusset the front shock mounts thats where mine started braking first! also watch your sub-frame on the 03's broke mine twice


Title: Re: o3 z400 frame
Post by: klutchbuster400 on February 11, 2006, 01:28:47 PM
ok, thanks ya'll. i'll see if i can talk dad into getting me one, im broke :'(
how much would a decent gusset kit cost....


Title: Re: o3 z400 frame
Post by: o4250 on February 11, 2006, 01:37:38 PM
ok, thanks ya'll. i'll see if i can talk dad into getting me one, im broke :'(
how much would a decent gusset kit cost....


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Title: Re: o3 z400 frame
Post by: backinsaddle on February 14, 2006, 12:39:58 PM
Gusset kits (do it yourself) are $100 at Rath Racing, $175 at LoneStar.  Seems the cost varies substantially depending on who makes them.  I'm fairly certain I've seen them for the yfz for less than $100??