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Forum: Thumpers Yesterday, 12:31 PM
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Posted By dad2bike
I have always run rim locks on my wheels. We run...

I have always run rim locks on my wheels. We run about 25psi on pavement and then drop to about 15-18 when we get to dirt. I adjust to feel. I wouldn't feel comfortable running low pressures...
Forum: Thumpers 05-21-2013, 02:56 PM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
You can get that piece thru Munn Racing ...

You can get that piece thru Munn Racing

http://173.74.246.25/munnracing/catalog/showdetail2.cfm?pagenumber_id=37326&year=2006&model=&component=MASK, FENDERS

2006 950 Adventure Black

$22...
Forum: Thumpers 05-19-2013, 08:21 AM
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Posted By dad2bike
It is important to use a one way valve on that...

It is important to use a one way valve on that cap. Since I don't have the canister for the overflow I plugged that side hole and installed a regular tank one way vent with nipple.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-18-2013, 09:05 AM
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Posted By dad2bike
EDIT- n/m Whoops wrong section.

EDIT- n/m Whoops wrong section.
Forum: Thumpers 05-17-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Are we discussing the need for the lower fan...

Are we discussing the need for the lower fan switch or just searching for a cheaper one than KTM Twins? $46 vs $54 isn't much savings for all the effort.
Then again ADV inmates are a cheap lot....
Forum: Thumpers 05-16-2013, 09:06 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Thanks! That thread had the info I was talking...

Thanks! That thread had the info I was talking about.
http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1984/bmw/318i/cooling_system/auxiliary_fan_switch.html

I see this is a 2 pin blade style. Ahhh, that's the...
Forum: Thumpers 05-16-2013, 08:35 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I recall some posts in the 950/990 threads about...

I recall some posts in the 950/990 threads about replacing the switch with one from a BMW car. It was a readily available unit off the shelf. Might even be the one KTM Twins is selling. (probably...
Forum: Thumpers 05-11-2013, 08:56 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Is the Trakmaster II harder compound than the...

Is the Trakmaster II harder compound than the regular Trakmaster? Almost your combo is what my son was running on his 525 for our Death Valley ride last month. The roads are extremely rocky. He ate...
Forum: Thumpers 05-09-2013, 10:01 AM
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Posted By dad2bike
I used to run 606's on my 525. Seemed to work...

I used to run 606's on my 525. Seemed to work well for me. Not the greatest longevity but good tread.
I've since changed to the Pirelli XCMH on my bikes. Good aggressive tread and I'm looking at...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-30-2013, 10:13 AM
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Posted By dad2bike
Tell me about the Valentine mounting. :ear That...

Tell me about the Valentine mounting. :ear That looks like a made to fit case. I have mine velcro'd next to my GPS on the dash. A nice case would be great.
Forum: Thumpers 04-26-2013, 08:22 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Wow. Quite the project he is doing. Thanks!

Wow. Quite the project he is doing. Thanks!
Forum: Thumpers 04-26-2013, 07:32 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
That opens up another line of curiosity... Has...

That opens up another line of curiosity...
Has anybody figured out what KTM did to make the 2012 & up a 690 vs 654? What's the difference between the motors?

There was some old posts about...
Forum: Thumpers 04-26-2013, 06:32 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Big bore kit. ;) Sent from outer space with...

Big bore kit. ;)

Sent from outer space with my Thunderbolt with Tapatalk.
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 10:54 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Bike on sidestand. I loosen the clamps on one...

Bike on sidestand.
I loosen the clamps on one tube at a time and use a screw driver to spread the top one some. Then grab the tube and push upwards.
To push back down I use a medium prybar between...
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 08:50 AM
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Posted By dad2bike
I could bottom and hit even with the stock link....

I could bottom and hit even with the stock link. With the 1" drop I still touch only on those really big landings :eek1. Having a big enough spring to handle the load is key. This was taught me by my...
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 08:17 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
My bike came with the 1-5/8" Link. That was way...

My bike came with the 1-5/8" Link. That was way too much drop for me. I was hitting the ground too often.
I changed to the 1" drop link. I have a super heavy spring to carry my lard butt. 106nM....
Forum: Thumpers 04-23-2013, 10:32 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I know you already have to cleanspeed lever. :D ...

I know you already have to cleanspeed lever. :D
On the same rides with you.
I had mine fade away half way down that mountain going into Bishop. I do not know what fluid was in there before. I did a...
Forum: Thumpers 04-16-2013, 09:04 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
My boy & I both run the +20 Hammerhead shifters....

My boy & I both run the +20 Hammerhead shifters. Also size 13 boots. Very nice for shifting. :clap

I found ours for $65 shipped on ebay.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-14-2013, 07:10 PM
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Views: 1,100
Posted By dad2bike
I saw this ad in the FM this morning. Looks like...

I saw this ad in the FM this morning. Looks like it might help you some.:D

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=878654
Forum: Thumpers 04-12-2013, 07:50 PM
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Posted By dad2bike
Picked this up from the upholstery shop tonight. ...

Picked this up from the upholstery shop tonight.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y101/dad2bike/Ginger/IMAG0197_zps3f7d1de3.jpg
...
Forum: Thumpers 04-12-2013, 11:50 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Thanks! Great feedback. Sent from outer...

Thanks! Great feedback.

Sent from outer space with my Thunderbolt with Tapatalk.
Forum: Thumpers 04-12-2013, 11:02 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I normally run the Pirelli 140/80-18 XCMH tires...

I normally run the Pirelli 140/80-18 XCMH tires on my 690. The one I put on my Ginger looks like it will last a whopping 1000 miles of DS riding with 25-30% pavement.
I was considering trying out...
Forum: Thumpers 04-08-2013, 08:10 AM
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Views: 650,768
Posted By dad2bike
How about something like this? Saw it in Orange...

How about something like this? Saw it in Orange Crush.
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd90/khanippp/KTMSCREEN_zpsf4cc6e08.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 04-07-2013, 04:58 PM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I do suggest spraying some contact cleaner on...

I do suggest spraying some contact cleaner on there to get any grit out before you do the collars the first time.
Forum: Thumpers 04-07-2013, 04:15 PM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I carry one of these pry bars with me for now. ...

I carry one of these pry bars with me for now.
http://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/small_image/160x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/image_11209.jpg

On the right side I...
Forum: Thumpers 04-06-2013, 06:48 PM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I picked up a set of these. ...

I picked up a set of these.
http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Motorcycle-shock-coil-spring-compressor-tool-kit-gs-cb-/00/s/MzAwWDQwMA==/$(KGrHqF,!h8FDEVHGy5CBQzN0hqJew~~60_12.JPG

Ebay link...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-04-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,259
Posted By dad2bike
I'm running all stock jetting with good results....

I'm running all stock jetting with good results. I do have the remote mixture screws. Not quite sure where I have then at this time. I readjust when the local fuel change between winter & summer mix...
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I just posted up on my local board (my2wheels)...

I just posted up on my local board (my2wheels) hoping to get enough in a group purchase that either ASV throws in shipping or it end up being only about $5 each. You are pretty close and could...
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Anybody interested in buying a couple of sets or...

Anybody interested in buying a couple of sets or such for a group buy? Freaking shipping is half again as much as the plates cost. :cry
I bet the shipping does change much at all wtih multiple sets.
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 06:52 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Do they have a US distributor?

Do they have a US distributor?
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
Although my pushrod isn't threaded, the idea of...

Although my pushrod isn't threaded, the idea of shortening the pushrod is good. That will be next for me if I need more. Grind off a bit at a time.
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
The pushrod on my 690R isn't threaded. The ones...

The pushrod on my 690R isn't threaded. The ones on my RFS bikes are.
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 05:34 PM
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Posted By dad2bike
Mine was grabby to the point of killing the bike...

Mine was grabby to the point of killing the bike in turns. I slid the Master Cylinder all the way back. No change to the lever level. I now go down much further before engaging. :D
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 05:13 PM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
A nice big dose of adrenaline does wonders for...

A nice big dose of adrenaline does wonders for human strength. :lol3
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 10:34 AM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I was lucky enough to pick up a 2008 headlight...

I was lucky enough to pick up a 2008 headlight from another inmate. That's the best solution IMHO. Plug n play.

Sent from outer space with my Thunderbolt with Tapatalk.
Forum: Thumpers 03-30-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 1,152
Views: 366,686
Posted By dad2bike
I use generous amounts of anti-seize on all bolts...

I use generous amounts of anti-seize on all bolts that go into the tank. Airbox too.

Sent from outer space with my Thunderbolt with Tapatalk.
Forum: Thumpers 03-29-2013, 07:44 AM
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Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I just had the same issue on my 950A. On the...

I just had the same issue on my 950A. On the advice of another I used an o-ring from my Harbor Freight metric o-ring kit. Stretched out to the perfect size. Nice and snug good seal.

Edit- The...
Forum: Thumpers 03-28-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 330
Views: 15,255
Posted By dad2bike
Is this an early start on one of his April Fools...

Is this an early start on one of his April Fools Jokes??? :huh
Forum: Thumpers 03-27-2013, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8,898
Views: 850,768
Posted By dad2bike
I took the jam nuts out and bottomed the stop...

I took the jam nuts out and bottomed the stop bolts to go in as far as I could. Only thing that touches is my turn signal on the Safari tank.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-27-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,259
Posted By dad2bike
All part of being on the "bleeding edge" of...

All part of being on the "bleeding edge" of technology. :lol3
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