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Forum: Vendors 05-19-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,333
Posted By DirtJack
Got my second set very quickly. Thanks Gefr,...

Got my second set very quickly. Thanks Gefr, great service and value. :deal
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 776
Views: 80,237
Posted By DirtJack
You can make a fork oil measuring tool out of a...

You can make a fork oil measuring tool out of a medical syringe
and a piece of thin plastic tubing. Just measure and mark the outside of the tubing starting from the end. Hold the tube in the...
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 776
Views: 80,237
Posted By DirtJack
This is a good point big-t. Assuming the forks...

This is a good point big-t. Assuming the forks are open cartridge, this type of fork has two springs (coiled metal and air). Changing the oil height changes the size (volume) of the air spring. ...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-12-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 580
Views: 142,505
Posted By DirtJack
But the tire cross section will be incorrect...

But the tire cross section will be incorrect because the rear wheel is about 2" too wide for a 140/80 tire. I know people do it for off road tires where where the cross section is less of an issue,...
Forum: Thumpers 05-12-2013, 07:58 AM
Replies: 776
Views: 80,237
Posted By DirtJack
Hmm. so spring change and/or spacers to set front...

Hmm. so spring change and/or spacers to set front sag.
Forum: Thumpers 05-12-2013, 07:13 AM
Replies: 776
Views: 80,237
Posted By DirtJack
Do the forks and shock have compression and...

Do the forks and shock have compression and rebound damping adjustments or are you limited to spring preload adjustments?
Forum: Thumpers 05-12-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 2,791
Views: 403,720
Posted By DirtJack
Inmate Hodakaguy makes this...

Inmate Hodakaguy makes this (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=720657) neat plate holder which can be turned sideways so it doesn't catch on things when your bike goes down in the dirt....
Forum: Thumpers 05-09-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
Drill hole (size of bolt) all the way through and...

Drill hole (size of bolt) all the way through and use longer bolt from inside out with insert to make a stud. Then use a nut on the stud to fasten filter frame to the air box.

Sometimes you can...
Forum: Thumpers 05-09-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
You don't what that. I was once accused of being...

You don't what that. I was once accused of being as boring as whale shit on a student course evaluation. :lol3
Forum: Thumpers 05-09-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
Now we need someone to startup an oil discussion....

Now we need someone to startup an oil discussion. :evil I'm not going there as my "best/least expensive" twist to the tire discussion didn't go anywhere. :D
Forum: Americas 05-09-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 464
Posted By DirtJack
The 990 will be a bit of a handful to do your...

The 990 will be a bit of a handful to do your first off pavement treks. Smaller/lighter is better at the beginning. Having said that (and owing a 990), the big bike does exceptionally well except...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-09-2013, 03:55 PM
Replies: 564
Views: 145,821
Posted By DirtJack
The pump filter input doesn't look too bad,...

The pump filter input doesn't look too bad, however, the paper filter on the pump output looks pretty gummed up. Similar to the one I took out of my 990 last week. It wouldn't rev above 4500 and...
Forum: Thumpers 05-08-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
Of course, I agree. Note I didn't say cheapest...

Of course, I agree. Note I didn't say cheapest tires, but best, low cost tires. For example, a Dunlop 908 rear is $205 in the states while a T63 is $72. The 908 is arguably better in most...
Forum: Thumpers 05-08-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
Since our 690's eat tires, why not opt for least...

Since our 690's eat tires, why not opt for least expensive? The best low cost tires I've found are Michelin T63. Front and rear, $140 total, including shipping from Motorcycle Super Store. What's...
Forum: Thumpers 05-07-2013, 04:39 PM
Replies: 2,791
Views: 403,720
Posted By DirtJack
Are you sure those numbers are for 2012? They...

Are you sure those numbers are for 2012? They are about what KTM claimed for the 2008 - 2011. Those 690's were actually 654 cc. From 2012 on, the motor size is actually 690 cc (increased stroke)...
Forum: Thumpers 05-06-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 2,791
Views: 403,720
Posted By DirtJack
They ran the 690 on the dyno using the "soft" map...

They ran the 690 on the dyno using the "soft" map which reduces power to 70% of max. Divide their numbers by .7 to see the actual values a 690 produces. :D
Forum: Thumpers 05-06-2013, 08:07 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
Looking good. Thanks for your excellent posts....

Looking good. Thanks for your excellent posts. :deal
Forum: Thumpers 05-05-2013, 06:28 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
It makes one wonder just what adaptation is...

It makes one wonder just what adaptation is occurring during the 15 minute idle if doesn't involve the map. :huh Inquiring minds want to know. :D
Forum: Orange Crush 05-05-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 19,347
Posted By DirtJack
Permutations and Combinations

Although I had a Rotopax tank for my 690 before Alleycatdad started this thread, I blame him for my Rotopax craziness. :D I added a mount to my CJ rack today.
...
Forum: Thumpers 05-05-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 895
Views: 90,703
Posted By DirtJack
It's a Scott's damper which I move to what ever...

It's a Scott's damper which I move to what ever of my 3 bikes I'm riding. The mount on the 300 is Scott's UTB. Plenty of room with the Acerbis big tank.
Forum: Thumpers 05-05-2013, 09:12 AM
Replies: 895
Views: 90,703
Posted By DirtJack
Doesn't weigh that much more than stock...

Doesn't weigh that much more than stock especially when it has just 1 or 2 gal. Having said that I do switch to stock tank (easy to do) when I don't need the extra capacity. :D
Forum: Orange Crush 05-05-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 564
Views: 145,821
Posted By DirtJack
What do the fuel filters look like? Having been...

What do the fuel filters look like? Having been through a similar problem with my 990, changing the filters brought it back to normal. Might be worth checking.
Forum: Thumpers 05-04-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 895
Views: 90,703
Posted By DirtJack
Here's what the Acerbis 6.3 gal tank looks like...

Here's what the Acerbis 6.3 gal tank looks like on my 2008 300XC.

http://www.cs.trinity.edu/~jhowland/300-supertanker/small/DSCN1085.JPG
Forum: Thumpers 05-04-2013, 06:47 AM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
Another possibility is the fuel pump is starting...

Another possibility is the fuel pump is starting to fail. See FI issues (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=641042).
Forum: Thumpers 04-30-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 25,876
Posted By DirtJack
+1. Doesn't take much extra space/weight. I...

+1. Doesn't take much extra space/weight. I think of it as insurance (things you're prepared for never happen). My original pump never left me stranded. It slowed me down, but always restarted...
Forum: Thumpers 04-30-2013, 07:53 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
Turn SAI off (it is used only during warm-up to...

Turn SAI off (it is used only during warm-up to start CAT in stock can which you no longer have). Take SAS off since you have a Lv.
Forum: Thumpers 04-30-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
In case you didn't see this...

In case you didn't see this (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21299579&postcount=148) response.
Forum: Thumpers 04-30-2013, 06:47 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 25,876
Posted By DirtJack
4 long and 1 short is "Fault/short-circuit in...

4 long and 1 short is "Fault/short-circuit in fuel pump control circuit". Since this has occurred with more than one fuel pump, it may be independent of the fuel pump itself. Looking at the wiring...
Forum: Thumpers 04-28-2013, 08:27 AM
Replies: 4,334
Views: 669,575
Posted By DirtJack
Just an extra path for those electrons to flow. ...

Just an extra path for those electrons to flow. :D
Forum: Thumpers 04-28-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
There is an idle adjustment I think. What is...

There is an idle adjustment I think. What is idle RPM when running at normal operating temperature?
Forum: Vendors 04-27-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,333
Posted By DirtJack
Got it today. PM sent

Got it today. PM sent
Forum: Thumpers 04-27-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2,236
Views: 647,276
Posted By DirtJack
KTM hardparts 76508065000 ...

KTM hardparts 76508065000 (http://www.ktmtwins.com/ktm-690-enduro-smc-touring-windscreen)
Forum: Thumpers 04-27-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2,236
Views: 647,276
Posted By DirtJack
http://www.cs.trinity.edu/~jhowland/690-hdb2.jpg ...

http://www.cs.trinity.edu/~jhowland/690-hdb2.jpg

It is a bit of a problem as I use a 2" riser and the forward bar position for comfortable standing position similar to Turn_One. Paul at HDB has...
Forum: Thumpers 04-27-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
When was the last valve clearance check done? ...

When was the last valve clearance check done? Tight valves can also cause starting issues.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-27-2013, 09:02 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 6,781
Posted By DirtJack
I'm wondering if the squished portion of the...

I'm wondering if the squished portion of the filter (entire top?) has any airflow through it after being in contact with airbox lid? Seems like that would reduce the effective filter area and...
Forum: Thumpers 04-26-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
Great idea, but wouldn't you want to do a...

Great idea, but wouldn't you want to do a reset-adaptation and 15 min idle when changing the switch position?
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2,236
Views: 647,276
Posted By DirtJack
HDB, with threaded inserts, they are crazy...

HDB, with threaded inserts, they are crazy strong.

http://www.cs.trinity.edu/~jhowland/690-HDB.jpg

http://www.cs.trinity.edu/~jhowland/690-HDB1.jpg
Forum: Vendors 04-25-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,333
Posted By DirtJack
How long to ship to US?

Still waiting on mine.
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 38,617
Posted By DirtJack
Do the UK/AUS/EU bikes have SAS and Canister? ...

Do the UK/AUS/EU bikes have SAS and Canister? The US maps have controls for those devices which may need to be turned off if they don't exist on bikes outside the US. There may be other issues.
Forum: Thumpers 04-17-2013, 06:57 AM
Replies: 8,832
Views: 845,896
Posted By DirtJack
Better IMHO. :D

Better IMHO. :D
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