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===Parts===
 
===Parts===
 
* All KTM Parts: [http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/v/54/11296/Dirt-Bike-KTM-500-EXC-2014 Rocky Mountain] carries.
 
* All KTM Parts: [http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/v/54/11296/Dirt-Bike-KTM-500-EXC-2014 Rocky Mountain] carries.
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* [http://www.highwaydirtbikes.com/HDB_Shop/index.php?app=ccp0&ns=display&ref=splash Highway Dirtbikes] has some nice hand guards, windshield, possibly light mounts and blinkers... nice button switches as well.
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* [http://www.highwaydirtbikes.com/HDB_Shop/index.php?app=ccp0&ns=display&ref=splash Highway Dirtbikes] has some nice hand guards, windshield, possibly light mounts and blinkers... nice button switches as well... may want to do a fully integrated unit w/ a Scotts Damper.
 
* Fuel filter sock, put in tank cap area as a pre-filter.
 
* Fuel filter sock, put in tank cap area as a pre-filter.
 
* [http://www.rekluse.com/coreexp.shtml Recluse Core EXP]: $900 retail, SBM? + about 90min to install.  Do at an oil change.
 
* [http://www.rekluse.com/coreexp.shtml Recluse Core EXP]: $900 retail, SBM? + about 90min to install.  Do at an oil change.
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* [http://www.gprstabilizer.com/prod_v4_dirt GPR steering damper] $495 (KTM EXC 13-14 Fat Bar: 9001-0078) $450@SBM.
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*DAMPER:
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* Skid Plate:
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**[http://www.gprstabilizer.com/prod_v4_dirt GPR steering damper] $495 (KTM EXC 13-14 Fat Bar: 9001-0078) $450@SBM.
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**[http://www.scottsonline.com/Stabilizer_Purchase2.php?Make=Ktm&Model=&Bike_ID=6793&Year=2014&Size=500&Fred=%20Exc&BI_ID=374983 Scotts Damper for KTM]... may trim this package down depending on what happens w/ HDB stuff.
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*SKID PLATE:
 
** [http://www.globetrottin.com/Skid-plate--Composite-full-coverage-for-KTM-500-EXC-XCW_p_23.html RTE Skid Plate] $140 made of carbon/fiber/epoxy.  It is also apparently so tight to the covers that dirt gets between the plate and moto parts and wears on the moto... bike inner-tube between those points prevents the wear.
 
** [http://www.globetrottin.com/Skid-plate--Composite-full-coverage-for-KTM-500-EXC-XCW_p_23.html RTE Skid Plate] $140 made of carbon/fiber/epoxy.  It is also apparently so tight to the covers that dirt gets between the plate and moto parts and wears on the moto... bike inner-tube between those points prevents the wear.
 
** [http://www.tmdesignworks.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=325_327_354&products_id=973 TM Designs] skid plate at $105.  Plastic but sounds solid.  Not quite as much coverage as the RTE tho.
 
** [http://www.tmdesignworks.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=325_327_354&products_id=973 TM Designs] skid plate at $105.  Plastic but sounds solid.  Not quite as much coverage as the RTE tho.
 
* [http://slavensracing.com/shop/super-mini-fuel-filter-kit-by-golan/ Golan Fuel Filter] $60 for filter and clamps.  Use this to replace the small stock inline filters which tend to clog and stall the bike.
 
* [http://slavensracing.com/shop/super-mini-fuel-filter-kit-by-golan/ Golan Fuel Filter] $60 for filter and clamps.  Use this to replace the small stock inline filters which tend to clog and stall the bike.
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* [http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/11-0058/ LiteLock Rim Locks] Cheap and lighter than stock, light enuf that you shouldn't need to balance the wheels according to some folks.  1.6 front and 2.15 rear.
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*RIM LOCKS:
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* [http://www.doubletakemirror.com/build/ktm DoubleTake Mirrors] around $93 for a pair.  I've also seen mirrors which fold into the hand guards, would like to compare the pros/cons of the Double Takes w/ those.
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**[http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/11-0058/ LiteLock Rim Locks] Cheap and lighter than stock, light enuf that you shouldn't need to balance the wheels according to some folks.  1.6 front and 2.15 rear.
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* [http://dirttricks.com/ DirtTricks Cone Washer] and [http://dirttricks.com/product-category/sprockets rear sprockets] and [http://dirttricks.com/product-category/sprockets/front-sprockets/ktm-husaberg-beta front sprockets $37]: apparently these last long and are the way to go.
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*MIRRORS:
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*Tank:
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**[http://www.doubletakemirror.com/build/ktm DoubleTake Mirrors] around $93 for a pair.  I've also seen mirrors which fold into the hand guards, would like to compare the pros/cons of the Double Takes w/ those.  ...may just use integrated flip-outs into handguards.
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*MISC:
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**[http://dirttricks.com/ DirtTricks Cone Washer] and [http://dirttricks.com/product-category/sprockets rear sprockets] and [http://dirttricks.com/product-category/sprockets/front-sprockets/ktm-husaberg-beta front sprockets $37]: apparently these last long and are the way to go.
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*TANK:
 
** [http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/2851/41264/KTM-Fuel-Tank?v=11296 KTM 5gallon Tank] Fits: 2014 KTM 500 EXC Part# 1433310005 price: $359.99
 
** [http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/2851/41264/KTM-Fuel-Tank?v=11296 KTM 5gallon Tank] Fits: 2014 KTM 500 EXC Part# 1433310005 price: $359.99
 
** [http://www.mx1west.com/search.aspx?find=ktm+fuel+tank Acerbis Tanks]
 
** [http://www.mx1west.com/search.aspx?find=ktm+fuel+tank Acerbis Tanks]
 
* AP Racing PRF Brake Fluid: Apparently the best for not boiling.
 
* AP Racing PRF Brake Fluid: Apparently the best for not boiling.
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* Tires:
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* TIRES:
 
** [http://www.bikebandit.com/pirelli-mt-21-motorcycle-tire MT21 10/90 tires]: recommended by Chris at SBM. $82F/$93R at BikeBandit
 
** [http://www.bikebandit.com/pirelli-mt-21-motorcycle-tire MT21 10/90 tires]: recommended by Chris at SBM. $82F/$93R at BikeBandit
 
** [http://www.bikebandit.com/dunlop-d606-motorcycle-tire Dunlop D606 tires]: recommended by some at ADVRider. $88F/$90R at BikeBandit.
 
** [http://www.bikebandit.com/dunlop-d606-motorcycle-tire Dunlop D606 tires]: recommended by some at ADVRider. $88F/$90R at BikeBandit.
 
** Adrian suggested running  Trials Tires [http://www.bikebandit.com/dunlop-d803-trials-motorcycle-tire Dunlop D803]
 
** Adrian suggested running  Trials Tires [http://www.bikebandit.com/dunlop-d803-trials-motorcycle-tire Dunlop D803]
 
** Chris at SBM recommends the [http://teamdunlop.hookit.com/news/introducing-the-geomax-at81at81-desert-rc/ Dunlop Desert AT81] for pure dirt riding.
 
** Chris at SBM recommends the [http://teamdunlop.hookit.com/news/introducing-the-geomax-at81at81-desert-rc/ Dunlop Desert AT81] for pure dirt riding.
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* Wheels:
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*WHEELS:
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* [http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/KTMMotardWheels.html Woody's Wheels]... ends up around $1900 for a "best" supermoto set of wheels... and may not include a rotor or sprocket.
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**Rad Racing in Utah has nice stuff and some good prices...
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** [http://www.warp9racing.com/sm_wheels_KTM.html Warp9] around $1K for a full setup including rotors and caliper spacer.  These sound like they're a good bang/buck but might not hold up to extreme abuse.
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**[http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/KTMMotardWheels.html Woody's Wheels]... ends up around $1900 for a "best" supermoto set of wheels... and may not include a rotor or sprocket.
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** DNA Wheels, similar to the Warp9's.
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**[http://www.warp9racing.com/sm_wheels_KTM.html Warp9] around $1K for a full setup including rotors and caliper spacer.  These sound like they're a good bang/buck but might not hold up to extreme abuse.
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** Some recommend steering clear of the "Chinese Crap" and going with excels/rad/talons.  ...and "this was on cs.
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**DNA Wheels, similar to the Warp9's.
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17"-Black Excell rims with gold Talon hubs and heavy duty custom spokes. Dunlop race slicks on wheels contact Brandon (209) 577-2873"
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*TUBLESS:
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**[http://www.mx1west.com/mousse-bibs-tubliss.aspx Mousse/Bibs] for going "airless", need to research pros/cons of this more.  Sounds like they're heavier, do wear out, can generate heat...
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* [http://www.mx1west.com/mousse-bibs-tubliss.aspx Mousse/Bibs] for going "airless", need to research pros/cons of this more.  Sounds like they're heavier, do wear out, can generate heat...
 
  
 
===Forums and Info===
 
===Forums and Info===

Revision as of 13:33, 9 February 2014

500 EXC Issues

  • cold clutch doesn't fully disengage.
    • This is normal for the KTM, the oil needs to warm up.
  • "shimmy" starting around 50mph which gets a little worse w/ more speed and settles into a cyclic on/off shimmy.
    • Balance the wheels, 3oz in front and 3.75 in rear.

Parts

  • All KTM Parts: Rocky Mountain carries.
  • Highway Dirtbikes has some nice hand guards, windshield, possibly light mounts and blinkers... nice button switches as well... may want to do a fully integrated unit w/ a Scotts Damper.
  • Fuel filter sock, put in tank cap area as a pre-filter.
  • Recluse Core EXP: $900 retail, SBM? + about 90min to install. Do at an oil change.
  • DAMPER:
  • SKID PLATE:
    • RTE Skid Plate $140 made of carbon/fiber/epoxy. It is also apparently so tight to the covers that dirt gets between the plate and moto parts and wears on the moto... bike inner-tube between those points prevents the wear.
    • TM Designs skid plate at $105. Plastic but sounds solid. Not quite as much coverage as the RTE tho.
  • Golan Fuel Filter $60 for filter and clamps. Use this to replace the small stock inline filters which tend to clog and stall the bike.
  • RIM LOCKS:
    • LiteLock Rim Locks Cheap and lighter than stock, light enuf that you shouldn't need to balance the wheels according to some folks. 1.6 front and 2.15 rear.
  • MIRRORS:
    • DoubleTake Mirrors around $93 for a pair. I've also seen mirrors which fold into the hand guards, would like to compare the pros/cons of the Double Takes w/ those. ...may just use integrated flip-outs into handguards.
  • MISC:
  • TANK:
  • AP Racing PRF Brake Fluid: Apparently the best for not boiling.
  • TIRES:
  • WHEELS:
    • Rad Racing in Utah has nice stuff and some good prices...
    • Woody's Wheels... ends up around $1900 for a "best" supermoto set of wheels... and may not include a rotor or sprocket.
    • Warp9 around $1K for a full setup including rotors and caliper spacer. These sound like they're a good bang/buck but might not hold up to extreme abuse.
    • DNA Wheels, similar to the Warp9's.
  • TUBLESS:
    • Mousse/Bibs for going "airless", need to research pros/cons of this more. Sounds like they're heavier, do wear out, can generate heat...

Forums and Info

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