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Forum: Thumpers 05-11-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
I weigh approx 170lbs, and have backed off the...

I weigh approx 170lbs, and have backed off the the compression all the way, and rebound nearly all the way.
Bike is brand new.

Thanks.
Forum: Thumpers 05-11-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Beta 450RR forks, too stiff/harsh

I've got a 2012 Beta 450 RR, and find the forks too harsh. I've got the compression backed off all the way, and still its not soaking up the hits. When catching air/jumping its OK, but on the trail...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-26-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 784
Posted By offworlder
KTM heated grips are crap, will fail. I've gone...

KTM heated grips are crap, will fail. I've gone through 3 sets on different bikes already.
Symtec kit is more work to install, and doesnt offer as much heat, but does actually continue to work (vs....
Forum: Thumpers 04-24-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2,243
Views: 648,283
Posted By offworlder
Which fairing/headlight setup is that ? The Rally...

Which fairing/headlight setup is that ? The Rally Raid and Safari tank ?
Looks very similar to the 990's....

Thanks.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-13-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By offworlder
KTM heated grips are crap. I've gone through 3...

KTM heated grips are crap. I've gone through 3 sets, and they've all failed identically on different bikes.
When they work, they work well, but thats usually short lived. When the controller...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-04-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7,906
Views: 1,462,091
Posted By offworlder
They do work great, until they die. I've had 3...

They do work great, until they die. I've had 3 pairs all die on me :eek1
Think its the controller. When all 4 lights start flashing, you know she's gone.
Forum: Thumpers 04-04-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Went with (what the manual states - ) 15W50, as...

Went with (what the manual states - ) 15W50, as thats what I used in my previous Beta. The 5W50 makes no sense to me.
15W60 would be even better in higher temps.

I think I need to play with the...
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
5w/50 ?

Dealer gave me some 5w/50 Maxima, said they've been having good feedback. Manual calls for 15W50.
And now that Beta is going with Motul (http://www.americanbeta.com/node/1604) - which comes in a...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-22-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 7,906
Views: 1,462,091
Posted By offworlder
New 908 rear

Swapped a Heidenau K60 (150) rear for a fresh Dunlop 908 (140), in anticipation of the wet.
Cleaned and greased the bearings, axles, etc...

Got over 7K from the Heidi, and there was still...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-14-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,228
Posted By offworlder
Side note: according to KTM tech @ Adventure...

Side note: according to KTM tech @ Adventure Rally, fuel filters should be replaced at most every 20K km.
Forum: Canada 03-13-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 759
Posted By offworlder
Any further info re this ? Thanks.

Any further info re this ?

Thanks.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-10-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 7,906
Views: 1,462,091
Posted By offworlder
More info on the original design here: ...

More info on the original design here:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144803
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=653514

Great product !
Forum: Thumpers 03-03-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Gone. Doesnt exist any more. This (thread) is our...

Gone. Doesnt exist any more. This (thread) is our (Beta owners) new home.
Forum: Thumpers 03-01-2013, 12:50 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
The pic/angle may exaggerate it some, but they...

The pic/angle may exaggerate it some, but they are protecting the levers, and the master cylinders (As I ride standing, hence the levers are angled downward). Tested by repeated dropping :norton....
Forum: Thumpers 02-28-2013, 07:51 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Bike needs nothing (seriously). I added a bar...

Bike needs nothing (seriously). I added a bar riser, some hand guards, and a GL Mohavi bag, and thats it !

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8513801963_27d5b53480_c.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 02-27-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Update - issue appears to be solved ! The...

Update - issue appears to be solved !

The hose from the petcock (tank) to the carb was long enough to have an slight upward curl in it (and was tucked under the frame), hence this was inhibiting...
Forum: Thumpers 02-24-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Thanks much for that description R1 ! That...

Thanks much for that description R1 !
That would jive with the bike sounding like it was starved of fuel, and explain why 5-10 mins later it would start (air leaking in ?) Will confirm the issue...
Forum: Thumpers 02-23-2013, 11:26 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
I did find the one way valve wasnt breathing (in...

I did find the one way valve wasnt breathing (in either direction), just gonna pull it and leave the hose.
Scuse my daftness, but how can this cause the (described) problem ?

I'd like to know...
Forum: Thumpers 02-23-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,323
Posted By offworlder
The Flatland bash plate...

The Flatland bash plate (http://flatlandracing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=FR&Product_Code=24-46) offers good coverage, is easy to install, and well priced.
Forum: Thumpers 02-23-2013, 06:01 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
2012 450RR starting issues ???

The maiden voyage of my 2012 450RR was somewhat scarred today by starting issues.

After zipping along happily, she would bog and then just die mysteriously. e-start wouldnt light her up -...
Forum: Thumpers 02-21-2013, 09:33 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Picked up my 2012 450RR today ! As its just...

Picked up my 2012 450RR today !
As its just left the crate it shipped in from Italy, I've pulled the carb stop, and the AIS (emission) filter.

I do want to check every nut and bolt, but the...
Forum: Thumpers 02-20-2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
This Motorcycle USA review nails it: ...

This Motorcycle USA review nails it:
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/840/13019/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Beta-450-RR-Shootout.aspx

Jump to 1:56m in the video when they speak to the difference between...
Forum: Thumpers 02-20-2013, 02:30 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Well, after riding the 350, which is epic on the...

Well, after riding the 350, which is epic on the trails, the dealer is kind enough to let me switch to a 450 (350 was a demo).
As other than displacement, there's little difference (weight, height,...
Forum: Thumpers 02-17-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Just picked up a 2012 350RR ! Need to do some...

Just picked up a 2012 350RR !
Need to do some maintenance - get her ready for dual sport duty, but will report back once she's had her maiden voyage !
Forum: Canada 02-12-2013, 12:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,581
Posted By offworlder
Yup - the Liberals are gone, good riddance...

Yup - the Liberals are gone, good riddance indeed.
However, I see a significant difference in roads that are deemed inaccessible due to decommissioning, vs. private claim....
Forum: Canada 02-12-2013, 12:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,581
Posted By offworlder
Sadly, its this kind of apathy that (some...

Sadly, its this kind of apathy that (some Canadians are known for that) allows these types of laws to pass...:shog
Speak while you still have a voice !
Forum: Canada 02-11-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,581
Posted By offworlder
Good to get a dialogue going, and hear member's...

Good to get a dialogue going, and hear member's differing perspectives/experiences:

Please read the article...
Forum: Thumpers 02-11-2013, 02:27 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Beta 2012-2013 tank options ?

Looks like there is a larger tank for the 2012 RR models (part # AB-12027), anyone know if this fits the 2013 as well ?

Thanks.
Forum: Thumpers 02-09-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 64,690
Posted By offworlder
Beta: 2012 vs 2013 ?

I've finally come (back) to my senses, and am looking to get another Beta. I had a 2009 450RR, and loved it - and in a moment of madness, sold it last year :baldy !

As she'll be doing dual-sport...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-03-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,307
Posted By offworlder
- Held Warm and Dry: great fit, but not as warm...

- Held Warm and Dry: great fit, but not as warm as Klim PowerXcross
- Klim PowerXcross: - warm, dry, but grip is somewhat loose.

Thinking about trying the Klim Caldera.....
Forum: Canada 02-03-2013, 04:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,107
Posted By offworlder
- transferrable plates - no tax on...

- transferrable plates
- no tax on buying/selling used bikes (collecting it once should be enough)
- stop giving away our forests to forest companies !...
Forum: Canada 02-01-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,581
Posted By offworlder
BC Liberals PLanning Quick Forest Giveaway Before Election...Your Access Threatened !

(Originally posted on DSBC - reposting here as this is a timely and critical issue !)

"As a member of the BC public, be alarmed. As a camper,
hiker, fisher, off-road rider, quadder, or outdoor...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-21-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,851
Posted By offworlder
FMF Q4s, affordable, MUCH lighter and cooler than...

FMF Q4s, affordable, MUCH lighter and cooler than stock, include spark arrester.
Dont give a hoot about the sound (would certainly prefer quieter), havent had any issues.
Forum: Thumpers 01-21-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 8,855
Views: 847,669
Posted By offworlder
Approx pricing and timeline please :clap

Approx pricing and timeline please :clap
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 12-26-2012, 12:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 657
Posted By offworlder
Went with AdMo (http://www.admotours.com), and...

Went with AdMo (http://www.admotours.com), and had a great time riding at El Mirage OHV (<2 hrs north of LA) !
Russell (our guide) knew the area well, took us wherever we wanted to go, and the...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 12-20-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 657
Posted By offworlder
Day ride (off-road) near LA ?

I've got a day or two to spend in/near LA, and am really hoping to spend it off road !
I've found the following possibilities:

- http://www.admotours.com/
- http://www.letsatv.com/
-...
Forum: Day Trippin' 12-20-2012, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 426
Posted By offworlder
I'll drive wherever I need to (Red Rock, etc...),...

I'll drive wherever I need to (Red Rock, etc...), but would obviously prefer to find something closer.

Thanks.
Forum: Day Trippin' 12-20-2012, 06:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 426
Posted By offworlder
Day ride (off-road) near LA ?

I've got a day or two to spend in/near LA, and am really hoping to spend it off road !
I've found the following possibilities:

- http://www.admotours.com/
- http://www.letsatv.com/
-...
Forum: Thumpers 12-09-2012, 12:29 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,363
Posted By offworlder
My vote would be for ktm690.info, as its not only...

My vote would be for ktm690.info, as its not only consistent with the (950) HOW domain, but a more representative/accurate reflection of the content.

690 owners - unite !

I just had the...
Forum: Canada 11-25-2012, 10:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 773
Posted By offworlder
Do tell. :lurk

Do tell. :lurk
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