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===Forums and Info===
 
===Forums and Info===
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*[http://www.thumpertalk.com/topic/1037795-soon-to-be-500-exc-owner/page-19 ThumperTalk Thread] on 500EXC and references to the [http://www.bajadesigns.com/ProductDetail?ItemNumber=602041 Baja Designs Euro LED fender] being better than the SicAss. [http://www.bajadesigns.com/ProductDetail?ItemNumber=310000 Baja Designs LED upgrade kit $180]
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*[http://www.flatlandracing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=FR&Product_Code=29-01&Category_Code=29-00 Rear Rack for the EXC]
 
*[http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=865011&page=29 RoundTheWorldPaul KTM build on ADVRider thread] really thorough re-build/mods.
 
*[http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=865011&page=29 RoundTheWorldPaul KTM build on ADVRider thread] really thorough re-build/mods.
 
* [http://www.omraoffroad.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=40&t=11373&sid=d8eaadf7dbc48d83f148887860b7e8aa Thread] on a thorough go-thru of a new KTM bike by some dewd.
 
* [http://www.omraoffroad.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=40&t=11373&sid=d8eaadf7dbc48d83f148887860b7e8aa Thread] on a thorough go-thru of a new KTM bike by some dewd.
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* SuperMoto Threads [http://www.supermotojunkie.com/showthread.php?137767-2012-500-EXC-Goin-both-ways Goin Both Ways] and [http://www.supermotojunkie.com/archive/index.php?t-136977.html Project Agent Orange].
 
* SuperMoto Threads [http://www.supermotojunkie.com/showthread.php?137767-2012-500-EXC-Goin-both-ways Goin Both Ways] and [http://www.supermotojunkie.com/archive/index.php?t-136977.html Project Agent Orange].
 
* [http://bestdualsportbikes.com/2014-ktm-500-exc/ BestDualSportBikes] and his [https://www.youtube.com/user/bestdualsportbikes?feature=watch YouTube Channel]
 
* [http://bestdualsportbikes.com/2014-ktm-500-exc/ BestDualSportBikes] and his [https://www.youtube.com/user/bestdualsportbikes?feature=watch YouTube Channel]
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*[http://www.wilddog.za.net/forum/index.php?board=190.100 WildDog.za.net] Forum.

Revision as of 11:48, 18 June 2014

2014 KTM 500 EXC

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.

Repair Kit

  • spare front tube
  • duct tape
  • bailing wire
  • tools
  • spare levers
  • spare shifter/brake
  • tow line (1" webbing)
  • ...

Repair Kit

Rugged Rider tool list

  • billet rear brake lever (RR) and shift lever (Hammerhead)
  • Fender pack
  • front tube
  • tire irons
  • rubber tubing/siphon
  • JB Weld stuff
  • clutch and brake levers
  • shift lever
  • rear brake lever
  • Clutch repair kit?
  • chain breaker
  • bicycle hand pump
  • valve stem remover
  • duct tape
  • safety wire
  • spare nuts/bolts

Parts

KTM Wheels: Front: 21x1.6 Rear: 18x2.15 RAD Wheels: Front: 21x1.6 Rear: 19x2.15

Likely Stuff:

Vendors:

More Detail and ramblings:

  • HEATED GRIPS:
    • Look into KTM options.
  • HANDGUARDS PLUS... damper, bar lift, blinkers, fairing, lights...? heated grips, heated vest plug, GPS/Phone charging, computer mount, GPS/Phone mount, ?
    • HDB: black handguards and black ano supports.
    • 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.ADVRIDER01 at checkout to get 10% off purchase.
    • Pic of HDB's setup w/ a GPR damper.
  • LIGHTS:
  • DAMPER:
  • FUELING:
    • Fuel filter sock, put in tank cap area as a pre-filter.
  • RECLUSE:
    • Recluse Core EXP: $900 retail, SBM? + about 90min to install. Do at an oil change.
  • 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:
    • KTM 5gallon Tank Fits: 2014 KTM 500 EXC Part# 1433310005 price: $359.99
    • Acerbis Tanks
    • What about finding soft gas bags for expansion? Strap near standard tank and drain into tank when it'll take'm?
  • 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...
  • Kickstand (if the stock ever has issues) Pro-Moto-Billet $153.

Forums and Info

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