Forum: Parallel Universe
05-06-2013, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 202
Views: 31,715
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Forum: Parallel Universe
05-04-2013, 08:21 AM
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Replies: 202
Views: 31,715
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-13-2013, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 84
Views: 11,417
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Forum: Thumpers
01-24-2013, 07:48 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,469
A-b-s-o-l-u-t-e-l-y
Nothing matches the 690 for lightweight, grunty agility.
Never ceases to put a $hi# eating grin on my face!
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Forum: Thumpers
10-21-2012, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 494
Aftermarket exhaust. (Leo Vince or Akra) Weight...
Aftermarket exhaust. (Leo Vince or Akra) Weight savings, aural improvement.
Shorai Lithium Battery. Weight Savings. Combined with above = ###!!!
R&G Tail Tidy. Weight Savings & Improved Aesthetics...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-03-2011, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 16,655
Views: 6,252,115
Mr Sandman 818-
Great looking bike.
What...
Mr Sandman 818-
Great looking bike.
What windscreen / headlight is that on your 990?
Looks absolutely incredible.
Much modification needed to graft it on the bike or was it a simple bolt on?...
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Forum: Thumpers
08-09-2011, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 2,252
Views: 649,642
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Forum: Thumpers
08-08-2011, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 2,252
Views: 649,642
How do the 17" wheels affect handling???
Hello Back Country Cruiser-
How would you describe the handling with the 17" Supermoto wheels?
Is there any instability on turn in or at higher speeds?
Does the bike turn in more easily or flop...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-29-2011, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 77
Views: 8,726
Cross Thread Communication
KTM North America 2012, 2013 & 2014 Model Rollout
2012 Design Facelift Enduro R 690
All we need is more fuel capacity.
Possibly a true 690cc 70 BHP engine...
Does the side...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-27-2011, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 131
Views: 49,070
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-27-2011, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 131
Views: 49,070
Not bad news until it's bad news...
Hey-
Think positively lads!
Too early to despair...
Perhaps the "Facelift" Enduro R 690 is an adventure model!
1) Bigger tank
2) Some wind protection
3) An improved seat
4) The engine...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-25-2011, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 77
Views: 8,726
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2011, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 77
Views: 8,726
Ktm please pay attention
Thank you all for sharing your experiences and thoughts regarding current and new KTM adventure bikes.:clap
This has been a great education for myself and several close friends who are devoted an...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-10-2011, 05:31 PM
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Replies: 77
Views: 8,726
There have been a couple of suggestions for a...
There have been a couple of suggestions for a 690+cc V-Twin Adventure bike from KTM.
For me the 690 Enduro and SM are smooth enough for 10 hour days.
There is something magical about a 300+ LB...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-04-2011, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 77
Views: 8,726
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-29-2011, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 4,756
Views: 1,448,555
Nice 17s
Hey DIBDOB69-
Would you mind sharing your thoughts regarding handling with the 17" wheels?
Anything dragging at big lean angles?
Any understeer or other "differences" in handling?
THX
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Forum: Thumpers
03-14-2011, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 2,396
Best of both worlds
:thumbPlease see the "Fore Sale" link below.
While this is little above your posted budget but it is an insanely good deal.
The bike appears to satisfy all of your listed needs.
Great commuter,...
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Forum: Beasts
02-09-2011, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,191
Get over the looks!
Great:
Urban assault bike!
..in the twisties, canyons, etc.
Commuter.
Backroads touring. (23000 miles through the NW & Canada in 09)
Sheer unadulterated fun every time you ride it.
Not so...
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Forum: Orange Crush
01-19-2011, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 4,756
Views: 1,448,555
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-31-2010, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,856
Uhhhh... Breaking Point
7 weeks ago had to resort to a discectomy.
The first gentle step into corrective spinal surgery...
Sciatic (sp?) issues were largely resolved though these were only about 20% of my discomfort. I...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-31-2010, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 10,801
Don't Count Out KTM
Quote:
So which bike should be in your garage? Well, that depends on the type of riding you plan on doing the most. If the majority of your riding demands a motorcycle that can easily slice...
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Forum: Orange Crush
02-28-2010, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 3,770
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Forum: Orange Crush
02-15-2010, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,099
Nothing to Worry About! (Probably)
Allrighty....
There are a lot good examples why we should not want an established (Performance Motorcycle Manufacturer) to acquire our beloved KTM.
Shared engines, shared sourcing, shared...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-25-2009, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 405
KTM 690 SM"R" (Has anyone fitted panniers?)
I have waded through all of the LC4 luggage threads...
Wondering if anyone out there has installed panniers on a KTM 690 SM "R".
Hard shell or soft shell bags would be just fine.
I am really...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
10-05-2008, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,897
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Forum: Parallel Universe
09-30-2008, 07:03 AM
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Replies: 6,644
Views: 2,000,043
Crash Bar Source???
Hello Bluebull2007-
Greatly appreciate your post with photos of "field use"!
Very curious...
What brand are your crash bars?
These appear to offer the most protection of any crash bars to...
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Forum: Thumpers
09-28-2008, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 8,056
Review Available on UK site...
One of the better (good balance of objective, subjective and owner supplied feedback) bike review sites I have come across.
...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-09-2008, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 3,989
Uh....
Everybody here bought a KTM for a few simple reasons.
None or few of those reasons are all that pragmatic.
I drive a Lotus... Stuff falls off! It rattles! It aint perfect.
Not a heap of fun in...
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-08-2008, 10:33 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,856
Thrashed Carcass
Soooo...
I am very sorry to hear of your spinal condition!!!
I too am afflicted with multiple herniated / bulging discs due to a poor understanding of physics and addiction to big air as a...
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Forum: Equipment
06-21-2008, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,530
Hey Eric-
Thanks for the feedback. ...
Hey Eric-
Thanks for the feedback.
Appears most Moto Gear is not made for us lanky folks.
I can fit two of my torsos in an Olympia jacket for example.
I've got the Dakar pants already......
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Forum: Equipment
06-20-2008, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,619
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Forum: Equipment
06-19-2008, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,619
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Forum: Equipment
06-19-2008, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,530
Heyup-
I would like to ask what size jacket...
Heyup-
I would like to ask what size jacket and pants you ended up with?
...What is you height / weight?
Trying to determine the correct size for a Rev'it Jacket.
I have a pair of Dakar pants...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-01-2008, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 5,945
Bigger Tanks Available???
Lurking...
Very seriously considering a 950SE but...
My only problem is I cannot be bothered to stop for fuel so frequently.
I am all about a more minimalist approach to bikes.
I cannot seem...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-01-2008, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 828
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Forum: Parallel Universe
02-06-2008, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 7,626
Views: 1,306,230
Where will the F800GS Engine be made?
There have been a number comments regarding the F800 Rotax (and G650X) motor being made in Asia.
Does anyone know if this is speculation or fact?
THX:huh
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Forum: Beasts
12-12-2007, 04:41 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 4,354
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Forum: Beasts
12-11-2007, 07:03 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 4,354
F 800 GS or 990 ADV???
This thread is not intended to incite or provoke.
People can be so sensitive...
I am not trying to piss anyone off. I am looking for thoughtful feedback.
I have been very seriously considering a...
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Forum: Beasts
11-28-2007, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 290
Views: 65,683
Uhhh...
Hmmm....Probably about as durable as toilet paper in a hurricane.
:huh
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