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Scootertrash
09-14-2014, 08:57 AM
Could someone describe or show me where the 85 350X frame cracks are common? I may be going to look at a 350X today and would like to know where to look for the cracks. ETA: Any other pointers or tips on issues or potential issues to look for would be appreciated also. ;)

Thanks!

jb2wheels
09-14-2014, 11:46 AM
Above the left foot peg.

Around the rear seat mounts.

10 second Google search results shows frame crack but not seat mount (https://www.google.com/search?q=350x+frame+cracks&client=firefox-a&hs=HSY&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=nts&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=0bcVVLukIOfH8AG6goDQDA&ved=0CB8QsAQ&biw=1280&bih=651)

jb2wheels
09-14-2014, 11:48 AM
Look for crank case damage in front of the chain. Many have holes wear broken chains punched through.

Scootertrash
09-14-2014, 06:30 PM
You`re gonna gusset it any damn way......xr650 project ?.......don`t pay too much ...like no more then $900.......i recommend Honda`s awesome atc 250r instead .

Yup I would gusset is it any ways

I was thinkin 900-1200. It has electric start, but that's why I asked about the frame cracks, so I could get myself a price range.

A 250R is on the list. One of each ya know? I already have a 200X (well, a couple and they are both in the project stage, but a guy can't have too many projects right? ;) )

Pickens have been kinda slim up here this summer. They're either junk or high buck machines, and not many 350X's or 250R's

Thanks for your input glamy!! ;)

Scootertrash
09-14-2014, 06:46 PM
Above the left foot peg.

Around the rear seat mounts.

10 second Google search results shows frame crack but not seat mount (https://www.google.com/search?q=350x+frame+cracks&client=firefox-a&hs=HSY&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=nts&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=0bcVVLukIOfH8AG6goDQDA&ved=0CB8QsAQ&biw=1280&bih=651)


I did do a search in Trikesylvania, read a couple threads, etc. Never hurts to reask a question and maintain verificatiojn. :)

tanks350x
09-14-2014, 11:12 PM
Here's a thread by dirtcrasher doing the gussets on my 350X frame!
http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/91917-350X-Frame-gusseting-and-reinforcing-Another-one?highlight=dirtcrasher+frame+gussets