Forum: Thumpers
05-20-2013, 11:53 PM
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I rode the first part of the mex2can ride last...
I rode the first part of the mex2can ride last year, Tecate to Fallon NV. Lots of dirt roads and a bit of hiway through socal and death valley. Started with 15/49 but changed to a 14 cs after first...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-20-2013, 03:49 PM
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13/48 or 49 seems to me to be as low as i need...
13/48 or 49 seems to me to be as low as i need for any trails or climbs i have ridden. I switch between 15/49, 14/49, 13/49 dependjng where i ride the most. I feel if you need lower than 13/48-50...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-15-2013, 09:01 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
05-13-2013, 07:59 PM
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Get the plastic hard parts one from ktm. Easy...
Get the plastic hard parts one from ktm. Easy on/off, slicker on rocks and stuff you slide on, it will deflect under inpact and pop back into shape, lighter and cheaper than steel or alloy.
Sent...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-13-2013, 03:17 PM
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Head gasket blown? Coolant leaks into cylinder...
Head gasket blown? Coolant leaks into cylinder and burns with fuel. Does rattling still happen when cranking engine? Is there compression? Maybe the water pump failed?
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-12-2013, 09:49 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
05-12-2013, 09:36 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
05-12-2013, 09:07 AM
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That TrailImage.com site looks really well...
That TrailImage.com site looks really well thought out. Looks like a great way to share trip photos and other information about the ride. I am assuming it is available to the public?
Gorgeous...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-06-2013, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 4,335
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530EXC on the trail
I hit the trails on May 1 in Western WA, first day the trails were open in Capitol Forest. Used my GoPro Hero3 that I got for Xmas and put together a couple of videos that I uploaded to YouTube. Here...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-27-2013, 05:42 PM
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
04-22-2013, 08:16 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-22-2013, 08:14 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-19-2013, 01:17 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-12-2013, 11:44 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-11-2013, 09:17 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-11-2013, 09:10 PM
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Indeed yes, I agree with this entirely. Another...
Indeed yes, I agree with this entirely. Another rider and I collided between s-bends on a trail through some scotchbroom brush. No serious injuries but unnerving when we hit left sides and stopped...
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Forum: Orange Crush
04-09-2013, 09:26 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
04-07-2013, 11:49 AM
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I have one from a 530 that I broke the plastic...
I have one from a 530 that I broke the plastic off of, then bought the larger replacement foot from KTM and promptly lost that after about a week or two. I bought a new stand after that since it is...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-06-2013, 09:12 AM
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I have one on my bike for the Trail Tech Vapor...
I have one on my bike for the Trail Tech Vapor and like it. Gives good protection and raises the speedo up an inch or two. Fit very well. The fork bleeder valves are still easily accessible too.
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Forum: Thumpers
04-02-2013, 01:27 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-27-2013, 12:57 AM
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That 140/80/18, if its the same as came on the...
That 140/80/18, if its the same as came on the 530EXC Metzeler Six Days tire, is about the same size as a 110/100 or 120/90 from other brands(Michelen). Different ways they measure the tire carcass....
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Forum: Equipment
03-23-2013, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 62
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I have some First Gear winter gloves that are...
I have some First Gear winter gloves that are pretty waterproof as are the pants and jacket I bought at the same time. Haven't noticed a problem getting them back on with wet hands. They ARE a bit...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-22-2013, 08:37 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-20-2013, 07:20 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-18-2013, 03:11 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-13-2013, 11:42 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-13-2013, 09:01 AM
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Do you really ride with your iPhone in that...
Do you really ride with your iPhone in that position?
I also just did the Seat Concepts cover and foam for my 530. Installed it and thought it was a little firm, but I haven't rode with it yet. I...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
03-11-2013, 09:49 PM
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-09-2013, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 10
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Thanks, that helps alot. Definitely don't want...
Thanks, that helps alot. Definitely don't want loud. The one I have is not very loud but it does have a nice tone. I was considering getting a stock exhaust, ebay has them for about $200. Maybe I...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-09-2013, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 10
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1999 R1100GS exhaust options
Looking for exhaust options for my '99 gs. It currently has a low mount, cat eliminated system but I don't know what make it is. No labels/badgeing at all on it. Exhaust sounds OK but I would like a...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-09-2013, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 4,335
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Tuff Turn signals
http://www.extremedualsport.com/Products/TuffLites/tabid/88/Default.aspx (http://http://www.extremedualsport.com/Products/TuffLites/tabid/88/Default.aspx)
My S-I-L just installed these lights on...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-09-2013, 09:35 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-09-2013, 09:06 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-09-2013, 09:02 AM
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New(Old) graphics
I finally installed the graphics kit that came with my 2009 530 as part of the R2R kit. I suspect they will peel off in a few months and I will be back to scratched plastic. :lol3 Upgraded to the...
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Forum: Equipment
03-06-2013, 08:21 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-03-2013, 01:17 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
03-02-2013, 04:59 AM
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different route than buying the Christini bike?
Another option to buying the Christini bike is to get a frame kit from them for either the Honda or the KTM and pick up a used bike for cheap. Only need the swingarm and motor and wheels basically....
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
02-28-2013, 02:40 PM
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
02-26-2013, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 119
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Forum: Thumpers
02-25-2013, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 4,335
Views: 669,763
Decibel ratings. The larger one is the standard...
Decibel ratings. The larger one is the standard and the smaller one is the quieter version. I have this muffler for about a year and really like it. Its pretty cool (literally). Can place a hand on...
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