Our subscriber got new Honda CRF450RX and proposed to shoot the installation of Snowrider track system
The kit includes ski, track with brake system, and fasteners for specific bike model
For full snowbike use it is necessary to install thermostat, protection and 7 amp battery
I start with the ski
Brake rotor cover, wheel, fork guards and front brake system should be removed
The ski bracket is installed by an external bend forward
Spacers from Snowrider kit and OEM axle are used
The long spacer is installed from brake caliper side
The clamp has cut for brake caliper mount on the fork
It’s installed as low as possible and evenly tightened so that the gaps are the same on both sides
Next tighten axle with 88Nm and fork bolts with 20Nm
The clamp fix the ski bracket on fork legs
The tank, plastic and battery box should be removed to remove swing arm and install track
From right side master cylinder with brake pedal should be removed, as they are not used on the snowbike
Also remove linkage connecting arm bolt and swing arm axle nut
From the left the side stand and sprocket cover are removed
To remove linkage connecting arm bolt it’s necessary to remove foot peg with bracket
The swing arm can be removed with rear shock and wheel without disconnecting the chain
But without the wheel it’s much more easier
I recommend to lift the swing arm a bit when removing the axle
The bike is brand new, so the axle is sliding easily
Now the track can be installed
The kit includes spacers for specific bike model
Short spacer is installed outside, and long one inside
To install axle , the holes in the frame and spacers must be precisely centered
The axle is easily installed by hand
The chain already has required length
The cut of clip should be against chain movement
To pull the chain loosen by a quarter turn the subframe bolts
After loosen the fixing nut of adjusting bolt
Rotate the adjuster bolt to move the subframe backward
Fully tighten the nut of adjusting bolt and subframe bolts
The rod with joints is installed instead of rear shock
It’s mounted via spacer on top and washers on bottom
The mount is rigid, as shocks are used in the track
Axle nut is tighten with 88Nm
The brake line is better to lay under tank platform and fix it with a tie
Master cylinder is installed in place of front brake
The brake system comes complete and bleeded
Next I have to drain coolant to install thermostat and radiator braces
I install moose racing radiator guard which is necessary both on enduro and snowbike
I recommend to install thermostat to block radiators on cold engine for faster warming up
OEM KTM thermostat and hoses from LADA Vesta fits good
The remaining assembly is performed in reverse order
Mudguard should be removed
Modern enduro bikes don't have kickstarter, so the low power OEM battery should be replaced with 7amp one which needs bigger box
The brake line should be fixed on the rod not to touch exhaust
Special sponge prevents accumulation of dirt on enduro and ice on snowbike
Engine should be covered with thermal insulation to prevent sudden cooling when falling in snow
In this case the fuel does not burn fully and flows into the oil worsening its properties
The kit includes canister, backpack with avalanche shovel and front bag
For riding in forest I recommend to install hand guard, engine covers and skid plate
There is an adjustable slider to pull the drive chain
And adjustable sprocket to pull the transmission chain
Snowbike is cheaper, more economical and much lighter than mountain snowmobile
Due to compact dimensions it allows to ride in forest and to lift it by oneself if it's stuck in the snow
Any biker quickly learns how to control and maintain a snowbike
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