PROJECT '08 LT-R450 

That number is pretty accurate! And its still on stock suspension 😬 Keeping up with broken parts and wear and tear is really tough, especially the older a machine gets.

I got even more in mine probly pushing 15k wich is insane

That's what I was shooting for! Haha

robair19 thanks! I gave it my best shot with the resources I had to put something good together!

Patrick Ellis thank you! I'm really working hard to step that up and keep improving on it.

Normally I'd agree with you, but in this case the motor was blown so that got first priority. My original plan going into the build was to focus on a complete suspension overhaul, but there ended up being so many broken/damaged parts that my budget to do so ran out. Throwing shocks and arms at a machine with bad bearings and a host of bent and/or broken parts would have just resulted in an expensive build with poor reliability and issues. That being said, now that everything is restored and mechanically sound, suspension is the next thing on my list for this quad. As I said I'm happy with how the stock setup works, but I know there's plenty of room for improvement there too. I'm not sure when I'll get around to it as I'm taking some time to focus on my new bike instead, but when I do overhaul the suspension there will certainly be a full video covering it!

Travis Roach not really love my stocks and I ride Baja

Thanks! Check eBay for them, that's how I found mine. The brand that made them went out of business years ago so they're a little hard to come by.

Thanks man. Yeah I used to watch H-Bomb films back in the day, it used to get me hyped up.

Dude, right? I still have a bunch of the DVDs and watch them from time to time. They were a huge inspiration growing up.

@@AustinRohr dude same here I have them on vhs also lmao

Thank you! As far as making the LT-R450 comfortable, a puck-style stabilizer (CCP or Precision) is a must. This will help dampen steering input and give you more control in whoops and rough terrain. Then I would add either Flexx Bars or a set of Precision Anti-Vibe clamps. Either will help a lot, especially paired with that stabilizer. For the seat, I really enjoy my QuadTech kit. The seat cover is really nice, but more than anything the foam is the difference maker. It's more comfortable and also lower profile. This should improve your overall comfort a lot. Suspension-wise, aftermarket would be the best bet. As you can see, I still have OEM shocks though. The cost of suspension is really high, but if you can afford it, a long travel set-up with Walsh arms and Fox Float, Elka Stage 5, or PEP shocks will make a huge difference. That said, if you're like me and that sort of stuff is beyond the budget, here's the settings I use for my stock shocks for best results. You can also get the stock shocks rebuilt by a company like RaceTech or Derisi and that will at least improve them if you can't set them to your satisfaction. Front Shocks Two turns in on compression, rebound backed out all of the way (go one click back in, never have an adjuster all of the way turned in or out!) Preload nearly backed all of the way off. Rear Shock Two turns out on compression, rebound one and a half turns out, preload set to zero (adjust sag accordingly from there.) Also, a simple thing would be to make sure the tire pressure is all good. I usually stick between 10-12 in the front and 8-10 in the rear depending on conditions.

Awesome, thank you. I appreciate the advice.

I never had trouble with the OEM cable, but only used a +1 stem. In this quad I used standard Yamalube 10w-40 (oil changes every 2 hours or after a race weekend) and Engine Ice coolant. In my current quad I'm using Maxima Pro Plus 10w-40 and still using the factory coolant. The Slide n Guide kit provides everything you need.

About an hour south of Seattle originally, but I've moved around a bit since this was shot. Everything in this video was done on Whidbey Island and outside of Bend.

Yes! It's the Doug Gust edition. Compared to the stock seat, it's night and day better.

@@AustinRohr the Dog Ghost version C is available through who?

@@toddtilch230 I purchased mine directly through QuadTech... www.quadtech-atv.com/products#!/LTR-450-Low-Hump-Seat-Doug-Gust-edition/p/59932269/category=12173428

I believe it's a Yoshimura start button, but I don't think that Yoshimura currently makes one anymore. That being said, I believe you can use a standard kill button from a dirt bike and wire it up to work the same way, as that's essentially all this button is. Thanks for the compliments, it definitely took lots of hard work to get it there, but I'm happy with the outcome!

I can't even remember now, but Pro Armor stopped making atv products years ago. If I ever sell them I'll let you know!

@@AustinRohr yeah its been a struggle finding one forsure haha. I apprecite the reply, thank you!

Seriously though i can do $500 including shipping for the nerf bars to N.Y.

In theory you don't have to tune an LTR with basic mods as long as you use the cherry bomb. It will run better tuned, but not necessary.

These graphics came from a company called Chaos MX Graphics. The company was recently sold and is under a new owner, but they plan to continue making custom graphics.

I was thinking the same thing as I read your quote I just bought a 08 limited edition rode it for the first time today first thing on my list is the suspension

Paul Koopp it can flip your riding experience on its head