[bdbub7]

Ok this weekend was the first time i had my xx out in the wilderness, it was raining like hell and i had to prove the xx could go places where the 4x4s can go :hey:. went through some water about up to the top of the tires and hit some pretty deep puddles at pretty high speeds. anything that needs to be checked?

 

[smo0oth1]

Check your box. If your box is not stuffed then your good. If it is, rinse and repeat.

 

[bdbub7]

By box you mean airbox correct ?

 

[Nash04]

Yeah! that's the main thing that can get water in and cause damages, if you look under the air box on the left side in front of the rear wheel you'll see a plastic tube about 1.5" long with a clamp, remove the tube and if there's any water in the air box, it will drain from there.

 

[bdbub7]

ok Thanks will check that soon

 

[crwh45]

Also, check your filter if there is water in there, if it is wet, take it off and let it dry out/clean it if it is dirty first/ and then get some filter spray like PJ1 (any foam filter spray will work though). Also, a good idea if you're riding in the wet/ or after washing, blow it off w/ air if you can, so you don't have sitting water, especially around where the spark plug is.

 

[TRX_Sixpac_700xx]

I do this after every ride anyway, but I would be sure to oil your chain.

 

[Tory trx]

Anytime I ride in lots of mud or water, I double check almost every component on the bike. Like adjusting the emergency brake, air filter and box, tires, headlights and fluids including topping of the tank. I am a bit over the top but it makes me feel better knowing that the bike is all ready for the next ride. Just start it jump on and go.