Forum: Thumpers
04-17-2013, 04:38 PM
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Replies: 8,855
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TPS sensor
I had a throttle position sensor fail. Caused intermittent issue's similar to that. Dealer told me they are very sensitive to water and if you use a pressure washer it can cause them issue's.
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Forum: Racing
01-10-2013, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 18,418
Views: 931,874
Hrs of racing
In 2009, the first year the rally ran in south america after stage 6 the overall special time was 9hrs & 10 mins more then it is this year. 9 hours over the first 6 specials is a lot of time. Still...
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Forum: Thumpers
11-24-2012, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 8,855
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water pump questions
Has anyone replaced the water pump/impeller shaft? My seals got pushed in to far and rubbed against the wall/bearing? that's at the engine side of the shaft. It;s now got noticeable wear to it where...
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Forum: Thumpers
11-08-2012, 05:42 AM
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Replies: 8,855
Views: 847,616
tps?
Hey,
I had very similar issues with my 09. I went thru everything you are, new fuel filter, new injector, new pressure regulator(that one was my fault). Spent hours screwing with it. In the end...
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Forum: Thumpers
07-01-2012, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 8,855
Views: 847,616
water pump seals?
Does anyone have a good way to get the second water pump seal out? Tried a seal puller but its a little to deep and there is nothing to grab.
Thanks,
Devon
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Forum: Thumpers
06-27-2012, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 8,855
Views: 847,616
Coolant in my oil ~!
I have lost my coolant into my oil. Has anyone else had this happen? If so what was the cause? water pump? Head? if it was your water pump what did you replace? It's a 2009 R with 16 000Km. it...
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Forum: Thumpers
06-26-2012, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 1
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KTM 690 R Coolant in my Oil
Has anyone had a waterpump issue resulting in coolant in the oil? Parts 11 and 14 on the fiche look like what I would want to replace if it is the culprit. The 2 different shaft seal rings.
Has...
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Forum: Thumpers
11-18-2011, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,099
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
06-07-2011, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 243
Views: 67,421
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
06-07-2011, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 243
Views: 67,421
You should go
http://i1124.photobucket.com/albums/l566/blueillusion10/yukonalaskabc228.jpg
http://i1124.photobucket.com/albums/l566/blueillusion10/yukonalaskabc166.jpg
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Forum: Thumpers
09-08-2010, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 842
yep
1. True, I am Canadian.
2.True the mileage I think will turn off buyers and I think I can make more parting it out.
3. I might have been drunk when I came up with this idea-see point #1
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Forum: Thumpers
09-08-2010, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 842
What's a 640 engine worth?
So just trying to figure out if I should part out my 640 or sell it complete.
What do you think a 2005 640 adventure engine with 50'000km (31'000 miles) is worth. It runs strong and has never had...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-15-2010, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,380
it's great
I've ridden 2 of these bikes about 45'000km in the past 4 years. They are fantastic. If your used to riding gold wings then they might seem uncomfortable. They are great off-road, great on-road, can...
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Forum: Racing
01-27-2010, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 1,561
Views: 72,066
Cool!
I'm even more pumped now. I didn't think that was even possible.
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Forum: Racing
01-22-2010, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 1,561
Views: 72,066
Thanks
Yep competing.
thanks, I guess we'll head towards rockingham. Similar terrain?
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Forum: Racing
01-22-2010, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 1,561
Views: 72,066
riding area?
Can someone point me toward a (legal) riding area around cheraw? Should be getting in from Canada on the 2nd and want to brush the snow off our bikes and remeber how to ride them.
any ideas?
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Forum: Racing
01-19-2010, 09:58 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,921
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Forum: Racing
12-03-2009, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 1,561
Views: 72,066
camping?
Maybe I missed it but where do most rally moto guys camp at this event?
Cheers,
Devon.
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Forum: Thumpers
10-08-2009, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 877
no problems
I ran one on my 640 adventure without any problems. Lasted as long as any other chain I've used.
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Forum: Thumpers
10-03-2009, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 8,088
Views: 1,585,198
RAM mounts and fenders
I have 2 ram mounts installed into the dash on my 05 adventure. I drilled 3 holes for each one used lock washers and lock tite on them and they are rock solid. It also keeps things tucked in a little...
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Forum: Racing
09-03-2009, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 440
Views: 17,897
cool, thanks
That's awesome, Thanks! Just my case of redbull and a few tools should do it i think. :1drink
I'll look for you down there.
Thanks again.
Devon
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Forum: Racing
09-03-2009, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 440
Views: 17,897
Room in your truck?
hey,
I'm new to the rally moto scene. I'm riding down from Ontario, Canada to do the rally and was wondering if anyone had room in there support truck I could throw some tools, maybe a few tubes...
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Forum: Canada
07-12-2009, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 236
Rally west virginia?
Is anyone in southern Ontario heading down to this?
http://blog.rallywv.com/
Aug 7-8th
I'm looking to put a couple tires and bits in with someone. I'll be riding down from another trip.
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Forum: Thumpers
05-29-2009, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 6,615
lots
I had a 95 that had 65,000km ish on it when I sold it. I did the valves twice in 40'000 km. The doohickey after it broke with my bike running. Other then that only ever did tires, brakes, chains and...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-07-2009, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 1,284
yep
they say to ride a little slower for the fist 100-200km's or something like that. I use the same rear tire all the time. It isn't ever great on the street but it will hold pretty well in a corner if...
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Forum: Vendors
03-26-2009, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,037
agreed
I agree, great jacket. I have an XL I wear over EVS balistic jacket and the EVS evolution collar. I'm 6' 190lbs and it fits great. Long sleeves are perfect. Great all around jacket.
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Forum: Vendors
03-17-2009, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 312
Views: 20,196
busy
any room reserved for last minute people? those who can't commit right now. Maybe a lottery for the poor suckers that don't know if they can come so can't book a spot?
Just askin cause I might...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-05-2009, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 1,775
no problem
I think it's fine 2 up. I rode from Panama to texas over 3 months 2 up with my wife. No problems with the bike at all. Lots of luggage to boot. Oh ya and she was 3 months pregnant at the time. pretty...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-26-2009, 04:35 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,957
Do it
Buy one
Then you'll see why everyone loves them.
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Forum: Canada
02-20-2009, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 505
suspension work?
Hey,
Anyone out there use these guys before for suspension work?
http://www.factoryconnectioncanada.com/index2.htm
Anyone know any good spots in ontario TO area maybe to have suspension...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-04-2009, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,085
corbin is junk
I had the corbin seat. Piece of junk. seems ripped, thing would be wet for 2 weeks after any rain got on it. I'd get something else. just my 2 cents
Cheers
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Forum: Thumpers
01-27-2009, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 903
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Forum: Equipment
01-26-2009, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 437
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Forum: Thumpers
01-13-2009, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,134
pm
hey jk640 I sent you a pm
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Forum: Thumpers
12-28-2008, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 590
hey
I sent you a PM.
Cheers.
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Forum: Thumpers
12-12-2008, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,484
thanks
Cool, thanks for the pics. and the links :D .
think I'll probably go with it.
Devon
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Forum: Thumpers
12-11-2008, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,484
nice bike
Ya, I did check that thread. Nice bike! How tuff is the tank? take a crash better then the stock tank? I'd kill for a bike set up like that. Was there a spot on the tank for the fuel level...
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Forum: Thumpers
12-11-2008, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,484
KTM 640A 28L rally tank (hard parts)
Just looking for pics of your 640A with the hard parts Rally tank installed. I just bought a 05 640A :evil and was thinking of putting that tank on. Just curious of the look. I've searched the...
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Forum: Thumpers
12-06-2008, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,478
i imight have one
Hey I might have what you need. I am parting out a 640 and have those parts for sale. I can send you some pics of the parts in question. send me your email and I can do it on monday.
Devon....
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Forum: Thumpers
11-29-2008, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 454
thanks
cool, thanks guys. one more question. Is the rear behr rim solid or should it be swapped out as well?
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