1. 2 Stroke Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Italy - About 1989 to 2014
     WR = 2st Enduro & CR = 2st Cross

5'7" 30" Inseam On A Wr300

Discussion in '2 Stroke' started by apariah, Sep 19, 2020.

  1. apariah Husqvarna
    A Class

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 WR300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 Buell 1125r
    I'm wondering if any one has any advice on starting the WR300 on the trail. This is my first trail bike. I've ridden other dirt bikes before, but this is the first I've ever owned. I can start the bike fine if I can use the kick stand, but thats not always and option on trails.

    A friend took a look at the jets and they seemed spot on with whats suggested. Besides a new carb, are there any other reasonable options. I understand a lowering link will likely not do what I want. I've wondered if shaving the seat would help? The bike is a 2011.

    Thanks
    apariah, Sep 19, 2020
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  2. Dirtdame Administrator

    Location:
    Rock Springs Wy
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    11 WR300,13 WR125,18 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    17 Beta Xtrainer
    Don't use your kickstand to start the bike, or else soon you won't have a functioning kickstand anymore. I am 5 ft 5 inches tall, and I only have a problem starting the bike when it is cold. I would never use the kickstand. Instead, use natural features of the land, like ruts or logs or rocks to gain the foothold you need. Second, you will need to make sure that you have the OEM Mikuni, and if so, it is set up properly. You should have an #80 starter jet, 32 to 35 pilot, #4 slide, a JD Racing jet kit with the two needles(I run the low altitude one), a 440 main jet. I use an Iridium spark plug. The intake boot for the reed cage is known to be prone to leaking air, so be sure that it is in good order and you have the joining surfaces and gasket sealed with some high temp RTV. I also use a Guts Racing standard height/soft foam seat. Most of my riding takes place between 3000-5000 ft. elevation.
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    Dirtdame, Sep 19, 2020
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  3. Zomby woof Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Ontario, Canada
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 CR 150
    I'm 5'6"/145 and I used to lean mine against a tree to start it.
    Zomby woof, Sep 19, 2020
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  4. apariah Husqvarna
    A Class

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 WR300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 Buell 1125r
    I did that a couple of weeks ago, as well as a bump start.
    apariah, Sep 19, 2020
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  5. apariah Husqvarna
    A Class

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 WR300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 Buell 1125r
    Thanks for this info!


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    apariah, Sep 19, 2020
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  6. 2premo Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Northern NV
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    98 WR360, 1987 WR430, 1988 XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    Sherco 300, 2002 KTM 380EXC
    funny but similar thread awhile back
    2premo, Sep 20, 2020
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  7. apariah Husqvarna
    A Class

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 WR300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 Buell 1125r
    I went for a ride yesterday, and was able to ride everything within the scope of my current ability, and maybe a few things outside of it. The bike died maybe 4 times in two hours, and doing what you suggested I was able to start the bike everytime. I think a seat may help abit, but I don't think a lower link is needed at all. Thanks!


    apariah, Sep 21, 2020
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