My new DLX

[BriNbigD]

Hey everyone! Picked up my 2023 DLX today from TxPowerSports (as I’m local).
Did I get a counter-balanced engine?!

[BriNbigD]

MotoCheez has confirmed the c/b engine! I was going back and forth over the X and DLX because of that c/b engine. Now I’ve got everything I wanted (except for the 6th gear…maybe I should go check that too!)

[Do©Hawk]

Awesome! I have a 2022 DLX.

[BriNbigD]

Originally Posted by Do©Hawk

Awesome! I have a 2022 DLX.

Is it counterbalanced?

[Do©Hawk]

Originally Posted by BriNbigD

Is it counterbalanced?

I don't think so. I think that's new for 23'. But, it's my 1st motorcycle experience so it's hard to miss what I've never had.

[BriNbigD]

Originally Posted by Do©Hawk

I don't think so. I think that's new for 23'. But, it's my 1st motorcycle experience so it's hard to miss what I've never had.

When I re-read my question it sounded snarky. I apologize. I was only curious as to the 2023 updates.

Speaking of upgrades check out my headlight inside and wiring bundle behind it! All LED and smooth!

[Thumper]

Originally Posted by BriNbigD

When I re-read my question it sounded snarky. I apologize. I was only curious as to the 2023 updates.

Speaking of upgrades check out my headlight inside and wiring bundle behind it! All LED and smooth!

The snarkometer hasn't wavered up at all! Snark-free...

You've got nothing but adventures and fun ahead of you on this bike! Post a photo now and then !

[Do©Hawk]

Originally Posted by BriNbigD

When I re-read my question it sounded snarky. I apologize. I was only curious as to the 2023 updates.

Speaking of upgrades check out my headlight inside and wiring bundle behind it! All LED and smooth!

Unfortunately, text can be emotionally vague and/or misleading and is open to interpretation. I didn't think your question was snarky. All good

The LEDs are an upgrade from the 22 model. The previous owner of mine put in an LED headlight bulb. I changed out the front signals to an LED version. I'll do the back eventually, but haven't yet.

[BriNbigD]

I have H4 LED ready to install but found the picture I posted when I pulled the headlight. No boot, not H4 connection. Already LED, I’m assuming…

[BriNbigD]

Unless TxPowerSports added this, I have a magnetic oil drain plug on the bike!
I upgraded the pegs with larger, better ones. Had to use the belt sander to hog off the right amount, but they are a great improvement.

[BriNbigD]

I’m pretty sure TPS didn’t touch the oil as what I just drained out is an abomination. I wouldn’t even call it oil. I don’t know where the Chinese get this stuff?!

I’ve also inspected all of the welds and they look REALLY good. No missed welds, etc. They’re not quite as good as on my Ninja 400, but WAY better than I could do—and more than acceptable. Even the passenger peg attachment points are welded as if someone gave a crap!

[Do©Hawk]

Originally Posted by BriNbigD

Unless TxPowerSports added this, I have a magnetic oil drain plug on the bike!
I upgraded the pegs with larger, better ones. Had to use the belt sander to hog off the right amount, but they are a great improvement.

From whom, I don't know, but the magnetic plug is an upgrade. On my 22 model, the previous owner made that upgrade.

I think I have the same foot pegs. I also had to grind some material off. Loctite those studs on the pegs. I lost 2 in the 1st week before I pulled them all and added loctite

[BriNbigD]

Originally Posted by Do©Hawk

From whom, I don't know, but the magnetic plug is an upgrade. On my 22 model, the previous owner made that upgrade.

I think I have the same foot pegs. I also had to grind some material off. Loctite those studs on the pegs. I lost 2 in the 1st week before I pulled them all and added loctite

I tightened them all, but did not remove them and loctite them. Will watch closely! If I have to pull them all I will. Thanks!