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Old 07-21-2004, 10:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default dr 650

hi, I just bought a 2000 dr650, and it seems to me that one pipe is getting far too hot. it is the pipe that sits right in front of the engine, i think it is the beginning of the exhaust.
this pipe becomes red-hot as soon as i reach 70mph.
is this normal, or am i riding the bike too fast? or is something wrong.

it just went to a suzuki dealer for a service, and the mechanic told me the bike is in great condition. but still that redhot glow in the dark pipe bothers me a little bit.
thanks,
Ann