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Forum: Australia 04-19-2013, 06:55 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,943
Posted By Wilmo
Got mine today, thanks again!

Got mine today, thanks again!
Forum: Australia 04-17-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,943
Posted By Wilmo
Good on ya Oliver, thanks again! The eyelets...

Good on ya Oliver, thanks again!

The eyelets are the go, easier to tie on and more stable, I carry a metre and a half of 10mm prestretch for that purpose, works well. An andystrap over the top of...
Forum: Australia 04-16-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,070
Posted By Wilmo
Went with a crf 50, and it does the job...

Went with a crf 50, and it does the job perfectly! Son very happy with it.
Forum: Australia 04-02-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,070
Posted By Wilmo
Just looking at stepping my son up from his...

Just looking at stepping my son up from his peewee 50 Yamaha which is to small for him, though he is not ready for more than 50cc, he's only 5. Which is better ttr50 yammy or the crf50? As these two...
Forum: Australia 03-30-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 684
Views: 59,507
Posted By Wilmo
Have been following this thread with interest,...

Have been following this thread with interest, this looks like a pretty cool new bike I must say and the price is right!! I'd love to take one for a spin, seems to be winning a few wa locals hearts! ...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2013, 02:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 318
Posted By Wilmo
Are you spinning out the fork caps by using a...

Are you spinning out the fork caps by using a tool that slots into the 4 holes on the top surface? (Available from ktm or you can use a pin wrench) Or turning the preload adjuster nut (which is...
Forum: Australia 03-29-2013, 05:59 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Download TuneECU software(free), buy the cable...

Download TuneECU software(free), buy the cable online, connect it up, download the 2012R Akro map ( from tuneecu web site) and Open in tuneecu. If you have the gear power restriction settings...
Forum: Australia 03-24-2013, 04:16 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 16,005
Posted By Wilmo
Hema desert map has all the roads well covered. ...

Hema desert map has all the roads well covered. Its a great ride, and the destination is spetacular! I would recommend spending two nights at DQB. You can swim some way up the gorge I believe if you...
Forum: Australia 03-22-2013, 05:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,575
Posted By Wilmo
Anyone tried one of these? Sahara Biker Traveller...

Anyone tried one of these? Sahara Biker Traveller - 6KG 2100x800mm, decent size. A bit on the heavy side but comes with a PVC bag to pack it into that you could turf.

Link...
Forum: Australia 03-20-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 381
Posted By Wilmo
Nah...you can change the setting on the dash to...

Nah...you can change the setting on the dash to read km or mph
Forum: Australia 03-20-2013, 04:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 381
Posted By Wilmo
Urgent KTM 990 Speedo required - order from USA?

Hi All,

Can someone let me know if there is a contact that I could source a 990 Speedo from out of the USA, don't have time to use a shipping agent. Need it for next week as going on a ride (well...
Forum: Australia 03-19-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 458
Views: 38,183
Posted By Wilmo
DR650 without doubt, but they'll be specially...

DR650 without doubt, but they'll be specially modified of course for huge range and to carry more water!
Forum: Ride reports 03-18-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By Wilmo
Yes, pm me your email address and ill send you...

Yes, pm me your email address and ill send you the high res image if you want it, otherwise feel free to repost the one above.
Forum: Australia 03-18-2013, 07:32 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Cheers for that.

Cheers for that.
Forum: Australia 03-18-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 51,046
Posted By Wilmo
2012 Event Report

It was a while coming but hopefully this will inspire some new entrants to take part this year!

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=871586
Forum: Australia 03-18-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 1,742
Views: 744,660
Posted By Wilmo
Australasian Safari 2012 Event Report

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=871586

http://www.microwise.com.au/Safari2012B/18.jpg
Forum: Ride reports 03-18-2013, 07:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By Wilmo
Australasian Safari 2012 Event Report

Photos Andrew Wilmot and courtesy of Australasian Safari

The first time my enthusiasm for off-road racing became evident was at the quite accidental viewing of my Dad’s mate’s highly modified...
Forum: Australia 03-08-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Looking for some pannier racks, I want ones that...

Looking for some pannier racks, I want ones that sit forward, are the Dalby ones the best (and still available?), or what else is recommended? Don't want the SWMotech ones.
Forum: Australia 03-01-2013, 05:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,770
Posted By Wilmo
Peter is a great vendor, agreed.

Peter is a great vendor, agreed.
Forum: Australia 03-01-2013, 05:26 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Well the new front fork springs were a success,...

Well the new front fork springs were a success, .56 a nice improvement over stock without having to revalve. Added some wider and straighter bars too, stock KTM bend pro tapers. Makes the bike feel...
Forum: Australia 02-26-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,064
Posted By Wilmo
Just realised I spelt EwAn's name incorrectly! ...

Just realised I spelt EwAn's name incorrectly! Oops. Fixed.
Forum: Australia 02-26-2013, 06:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,064
Posted By Wilmo
Ewan McGregor the actor in Perth

In the spirit of Western Australian hospitality and as a fellow rider I'd like to welcome Ewan to Perth (where he is currently filming).

Ewan, on the off chance you read this, if you are...
Forum: Australia 02-24-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 16,005
Posted By Wilmo
We got fuel there, I think stormsearcher had a...

We got fuel there, I think stormsearcher had a word for us to his mate that runs cotton creek though and told him to stock up.....is it worth ringing them?

Are the hacks planning an assault this...
Forum: Australia 02-21-2013, 04:00 AM
Replies: 697
Views: 60,651
Posted By Wilmo
Yes, they did fix it, with antiseize on the...

Yes, they did fix it, with antiseize on the stepped motor arm - Phil said they have been fine since. Triumph dealers across the issue.
Forum: Australia 02-17-2013, 04:53 AM
Replies: 697
Views: 60,651
Posted By Wilmo
Great to be able to accompany the boys on this...

Great to be able to accompany the boys on this leg. We spent Friday night holed up in the state forest around Wellington Dam, and last night near Walpole. Found a good short cut from Northcliffe to...
Forum: OZ Vendors 02-14-2013, 04:41 AM
Replies: 805
Views: 74,922
Posted By Wilmo
Your vstrom has a 17inch rear rather than an 18...

Your vstrom has a 17inch rear rather than an 18 standard doesn't it?
Forum: Orange Crush 02-11-2013, 06:43 AM
Replies: 2,189
Views: 304,977
Posted By Wilmo
Mine 2011, other 2009, both have the same engine...

Mine 2011, other 2009, both have the same engine with Akros. 2011 R map loaded on both.
Forum: OZ Vendors 02-11-2013, 06:14 AM
Replies: 805
Views: 74,922
Posted By Wilmo
Put a 150/80/18 e09 dakar on my KTM 990 last...

Put a 150/80/18 e09 dakar on my KTM 990 last change and got 4500km on it 50/50 road dirt, with still a good 1000km left but changed as going on a long trip this weekend. Quite impressed, good price,...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-11-2013, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2,189
Views: 304,977
Posted By Wilmo
The two bikes I've worked on (mine with 4500km)...

The two bikes I've worked on (mine with 4500km) and another with 30000km had .66 and .67 volts when warm respectively, both run perfectly, not sure I'd bother adjusting it as doesn't seem that...
Forum: Australia 02-10-2013, 05:39 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
The rebound dampening will not be able to slow...

The rebound dampening will not be able to slow the recoil of the stiffer spring, hence needs to be 'revolved' to suit, and compression dampening also would need work.
Forum: Australia 02-10-2013, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Grog's reflash was a success, checked the tps and...

Grog's reflash was a success, checked the tps and throttle body balance, disabled the SAI, (he's pulled this and put in the resistors already, not sure they are needed when its disabled in the ECU...
Forum: Australia 02-09-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
My springs came from MPE, just couldn't be...

My springs came from MPE, just couldn't be bothered taking the forks off and shiipping to Qld to get them revalved. No plans on putting a safari tank on, so wanted the heaviest springs that work...
Forum: Australia 02-09-2013, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Yeah there's more than you think! Dropped a...

Yeah there's more than you think!

Dropped a set of .56 springs in the forks on my 990 today (.48 stock), hoping to get a blat on it tomorrow but already can notice how the front stands up. :clap...
Forum: Australia 02-04-2013, 03:14 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,943
Posted By Wilmo
Count me in for 1......in WA

Count me in for 1......in WA
Forum: Orange Crush 02-02-2013, 06:09 PM
Replies: 2,189
Views: 304,977
Posted By Wilmo
Just do it! The 11 bikes have the better map from...

Just do it! The 11 bikes have the better map from new, yours should too. Put the R map in it, more top end power. The S and R have the same engine.
Forum: Orange Crush 01-20-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 847
Posted By Wilmo
Just run in! The 11 is exactly the same as the 12...

Just run in! The 11 is exactly the same as the 12 sans paint jobs.....congrats, they are an awesome machine.
Forum: Australia 01-14-2013, 05:35 AM
Replies: 4,374
Views: 826,367
Posted By Wilmo
Check the plug on the rec/reg to ensure its not...

Check the plug on the rec/reg to ensure its not corroded? Known issue.......but can't recall if it leads to flat batteries.....
Forum: Racing 01-13-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 18,418
Views: 933,147
Posted By Wilmo
Unfortunately, Manuel is telling the truth when...

Unfortunately, Manuel is telling the truth when he says he has no idea how to rebuild his engine.....he really doesn't have the mechanical aptitude! It's strange but true. A manual is going to be of...
Forum: Australia 01-06-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
No not really, I got 265km to the tank on the...

No not really, I got 265km to the tank on the weekend, 80/20 offroad/road, and I wasn't holding back in the dirt, which is about normal.

Eeeked out 46km to home with the low fuel light on, I...
Forum: Australia 01-06-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 2,397
Views: 205,205
Posted By Wilmo
Used TuneECU to load the R Akro map to my std...

Used TuneECU to load the R Akro map to my std 2011 ABS Adventure (has Akros), you can really notice the increase in the top end!
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