haha thats insane! how's the compatibilty with xp programs on 7 anyways?

 

I upgraded from Vista, but had tranferred programs and stuff from a previous computer running XP and I haven't had any problems. In 7 there's an option to run programs with XP settings.

So far I haven't had a single problem. If you're really worried though, you can get the Win 7 professional for $30 as well and that has an XP mode built in so you can run all XP programs.

Here's the student discount page:

Microsoft Student - all the best Microsoft student discounts, programs, and products

 

oh well thats good to know, because i might be pickin up a laptop soon and thats pretty much my only option. however, i think im gonna be keeping xp on my main pc for a good long time...

 

Anyone ever look at CrankyApe.com? They have all sorts of toys that are repos or total losses. Anyways, check out how nasty the front of this 450R is!

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Sweet! Well you'll fall in love with 7 once you learn your way around. It really is much easier.

 

just a little update on my 230-

its very close to running!!! after 3 jb weld packs and maybe 12 pieces of case and sidecover, its almost ready for huge amounts of RTV to make it seal back up. i know, i sound crazy jb welding the thing back together, but think about it- in normal operation, its under basically no stress whatsoever. it just holds the stator in place and keeps oil inside. and i suppose it also supports the shift shaft a little too.

so if i can manage to keep the chain on no matter what, i figure i should be good.

right now im waiting on new swingarm bearings and maybe a new chain and sprockets along with axle bearings not sure yet. but i dont even wanna run it until good swingarm bearings are in it.

 

Sounds like one heck of a project! You'll have to call it Frankenstein when you're done!

 

you got it! haha hopefully the chain wont come off for a LONG time and by then if it does im sure ill have the money just to toss a new cover on...

 

just getting started and need a little help. i want to make my stock lt 230s better and stronger. so what do i need to do this ,and what is a good sproket set up for power and speed thank you for your time

 

hmmm well, there's a few preliminary questions,

-how much are you willing to spend?
-are you comfortable doing in-depth work on engines and the like?

that should help give me an idea on the "better and stronger" part. with the right cash and effort, 230s can be built to spank 400ex's like theres no tomorrow. that is, with the right cash and effort haha.

now for the sprockets, what kind of riding do you do? how built is your motor at the moment? and what size rear tires do you plan on running?