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Forum: Orange Crush Yesterday, 06:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 369
Posted By renogeorge
I liked the Galfer organics on my SM--Blacks in...

I liked the Galfer organics on my SM--Blacks in the rear and green in front. Progressive feel with decent wear and no squeak. Proably not the setup if you do a lot of mud riding
Forum: Americas 06-12-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 440
Posted By renogeorge
I'd get off of 395 at Susanville and take 139 to...

I'd get off of 395 at Susanville and take 139 to Klamath Falls. Then north on 97 to 58 west to Eugene/I5. You will make good time that way. Or on north to Bend if you have time and want to stay...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-12-2013, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 268
Posted By renogeorge
You can raise the front so the the top of the...

You can raise the front so the the top of the fork tube is flush with the triple clamp. 4-5 mm should be noticeable and should make the bike slightly less quick on turn in and slightly more stable...
Forum: Thumpers 06-12-2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By renogeorge
As long as you are here....KTM Talk is probably...

As long as you are here....KTM Talk is probably your best source for info on the dirt singles. You didn't say what year and model. If it is an '08 or '09 you may have an oil transfer issue. If...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 503
Posted By renogeorge
I'm late to the party. Looking for a used 2 into...

I'm late to the party. Looking for a used 2 into 1 set up. Pipe and muffler or just the pipe. Thanks!
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By renogeorge
I had searched for Adventure Tank previously,...

I had searched for Adventure Tank previously, getting nothing. Tried AdvTank and found threads on the install and the rack interference. Thanks again.

I'm a little on the fence about the setup...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 05:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By renogeorge
Thank you very much for the picture. That clears...

Thank you very much for the picture. That clears up the interference issue between the top/rear case brace and the gas filler. I would have to do a little cutting and rerouting. And I can see the...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 05:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 449
Posted By renogeorge
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=472908&highlight=switch

Link to ignition switch thread....

Good luck
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 05:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 449
Posted By renogeorge
Possibly the ignition switch. I have read about...

Possibly the ignition switch. I have read about problems with internal failures--sticking contacts? Someone posted with pictures recently. I will search for you. The master fuses at the battery...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-09-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks much!

Thanks much!
Forum: Orange Crush 06-09-2013, 06:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By renogeorge
No pictures of an Adventure with one of these...

No pictures of an Adventure with one of these tanks installed??
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-08-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,688
Posted By renogeorge
Glad you made it alright. Where are you headed...

Glad you made it alright. Where are you headed next?
Forum: Orange Crush 06-08-2013, 02:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 243
Posted By renogeorge
Brakes dragging after working on calipers? You...

Brakes dragging after working on calipers? You may want to remove master cylinder cover and be sure that fluid level is not all the way to the top.
Forum: Orange Crush 06-08-2013, 02:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By renogeorge
Adventure Tank for 990 Adventure

I have been looking at this tank for my bike, with a 2 into 1 exhaust.

Does anyone have pictures of this setup installed that they could share??

And any comments good/bad?

I also am...
Forum: Road warriors 06-08-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 8,714
Views: 1,253,301
Posted By renogeorge
How about the ignition switch. Lot of guys have...

How about the ignition switch. Lot of guys have had problems with them breaking down internally. And wire chafing around the steering head.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-07-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 317
Posted By renogeorge
When do the bikes need to be in NM?

When do the bikes need to be in NM?
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-07-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 747
Views: 31,831
Posted By renogeorge
I am still getting ready for my Alaska ride. I'd...

I am still getting ready for my Alaska ride. I'd like to catch up with you guys for a ride if it works out. Not this weekend...Have fun
Forum: Orange Crush 06-07-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 888
Posted By renogeorge
I'm 6'. I am fine with the sound/wind effects. ...

I'm 6'. I am fine with the sound/wind effects. The blast is over the top of my helmet. I am still trying to get used to the top of the screen being right in my line of sight. I may whack and inch...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-07-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 950
Posted By renogeorge
I just put one on the rear of my 990 a couple of...

I just put one on the rear of my 990 a couple of days ago. I gave it a test ride and had no problems. The tire did take 50 psi or so to seat. Even well lubed, it popped pretty good when it finally...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-06-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 291
Posted By renogeorge
1. In UT south on 89 to Cedar City. Then, either...

1. In UT south on 89 to Cedar City. Then, either 15 to SD or west to Panaca, Caliente and Tonopah. Then either south on 95 to Beatty, then west through Death valley to 395/Olanchia or west on 6 to...
Forum: Americas 06-06-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,540
Posted By renogeorge
I am ready to go now. Just need to shape up the...

I am ready to go now. Just need to shape up the KTM and wait for July 5. A guy can only do so much planning......
Forum: Americas 06-06-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 148
Posted By renogeorge
I call this my coast and cascades ride. From...

I call this my coast and cascades ride. From Seattle--2 east to 97 then south into OR, cut over to the 35, then 22 to 25 and south to Oakridge. 58 to 27 to K Falls. 97 south around Shasta, 5 to 89...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-04-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 257
Posted By renogeorge
Very likely a plugged pilot jet. Second guess...

Very likely a plugged pilot jet. Second guess would be a vacuum leak--carb not seated or vacuum line from plugged SAS system leaking.

Good luck
Forum: Orange Crush 06-03-2013, 08:57 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,791
Posted By renogeorge
$59 shipped from MC Superstore--Acerbis SM fender...

$59 shipped from MC Superstore--Acerbis SM fender and 85SX fork guards.

FWIW
Forum: Orange Crush 06-03-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 265
Posted By renogeorge
I have had good results rebuilding with the...

I have had good results rebuilding with the KTM/Brembo kit on several KTMs. The master kit includes the piston. I'd do the wheel cylinder also, good clean, fresh fluid and bleed.

FWIW
Forum: Orange Crush 06-03-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,929
Posted By renogeorge
Not slamming anyone here....But not reading the...

Not slamming anyone here....But not reading the manual, not knowing/thinking to check petcock(s) doesn't seem like a legitimate reason to trash a dealer. From the info provided, it seems like he did...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-02-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 290
Posted By renogeorge
Getting ready for an Alaska ride in July. So I...

Getting ready for an Alaska ride in July. So I need to take care of a little business and bike prep. If you need anything coming through Reno, shoot me a PM.

Have fun!
Forum: Americas 06-02-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 240
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks for the update Sam. Any idea if this...

Thanks for the update Sam. Any idea if this looks like a lengthy closure? We are headed up first week in July and had planned on taking 37 north to Watson Lake
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-01-2013, 06:50 AM
Replies: 747
Views: 31,831
Posted By renogeorge
Hafta pass.....Have a good one.

Hafta pass.....Have a good one.
Forum: Americas 05-29-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 222
Posted By renogeorge
You might want to try Hwy 4 instead of 88. Less...

You might want to try Hwy 4 instead of 88. Less traffic, fewer people and a better, more scenic route. Camping west of Markleeville along the Carson river or higher up in campgrounds including the...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-29-2013, 06:14 PM
Replies: 747
Views: 31,831
Posted By renogeorge
Sherpa????

This is a Sherpa!


http://www.bikeexif.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/bultaco_sherpa_t.jpg

Gotta learn how to post pictures!

Anyone riding this weekend? Gonna be warm. How about...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-29-2013, 07:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 625
Posted By renogeorge
Relays

The relay on the battery box is the one you should concentrate on first. The other 2 are part of the "safety" system--side stand/clutch, etc.

If you need some help troubleshooting, give me a...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-28-2013, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 625
Posted By renogeorge
60011058000 Appears to be the same as used on...

60011058000 Appears to be the same as used on the KTM single cylinder dirt bikes. It is located on the side of the battery box.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-28-2013, 09:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 625
Posted By renogeorge
Not sure I am following you. I would do my...

Not sure I am following you. I would do my starting in neutral and leave the clutch out of it. When you said that you shorted across the 2 red wires of the solenoid, did you mean the relay--the...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-27-2013, 04:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 232
Posted By renogeorge
I have found that the Shorais need the be charged...

I have found that the Shorais need the be charged to a level where they are holding 13+ volts after charging. Check out their web site. Fully charged is 13.8 volts as I recall. I have found that...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-27-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 625
Posted By renogeorge
There is a starter relay. I don't know location...

There is a starter relay. I don't know location for an Adventure. It will connect the battery cable from the battery+ to the heavy cable to the starter. The push button sends 12 volts to the relay...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-25-2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,822
Posted By renogeorge
You probably know this---but you could start in...

You probably know this---but you could start in gear without clutch. You would have to bypass the clutch lever safety switch. Make sure bike is warmed up and ready for an easy start and ride off. ...
Forum: Americas 05-25-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,540
Posted By renogeorge
Klondike Hwy

So, we have decided to take the Klondike Hwy going up--Whitehorse to Dawson City then back to the Alaskan hwy at Tok. Any recommendations as to points of interest, side trip and good camp spots?
...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-22-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,102
Posted By renogeorge
I wonder if tying the 2 vents together creates...

I wonder if tying the 2 vents together creates some fluctuation in vacuum between the 2 carbs and cylinders as they are not firing at the same time. Vacuum variation with a constant velocity carb...
Forum: Americas 05-22-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 405
Posted By renogeorge
We rode through from Kalispel on the Ride to the...

We rode through from Kalispel on the Ride to the Sun and stayed in St Mary--just outside the park but rooms were readily available. We then looped south through the Two/Three Medicine park area and...
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