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Forum: Thumpers 11-14-2012, 08:50 AM
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Posted By mrkartoom
Sorry. That wouldn't by any chance have been the...

Sorry. That wouldn't by any chance have been the stock CZ chain that came on it was it?
Forum: Thumpers 11-13-2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 25,341
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Posted By mrkartoom
That's a good price for them. I paid something...

That's a good price for them. I paid something like $45 or more for a set a few years back from AF1Racing (Aprilia).
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 11-12-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
I'm thinking Acerbis, UFO, and Polisport are...

I'm thinking Acerbis, UFO, and Polisport are collectively pretty worried right about now with Adam's pricing. :lol3
Forum: Thumpers 11-12-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 25,341
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Posted By mrkartoom
I don't think they are not supposed to leak, but...

I don't think they are not supposed to leak, but too many of them do anyway. I assume you are talking about the stock plastic quick-disconnects. I had better luck using metal ones on my Aprilia. It...
Forum: Thumpers 11-12-2012, 04:37 PM
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Posted By mrkartoom
I'll have to take some pics and post up. I didn't...

I'll have to take some pics and post up. I didn't use the lower mounting brace with the pegs that's been mentioned because of the fender brace giving you no flat surface to mount it to. Fore/aft...
Forum: Thumpers 11-12-2012, 07:10 AM
Replies: 25,341
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Posted By mrkartoom
I used the upper straps that came with the X2 and...

I used the upper straps that came with the X2 and as a temporary solution for the bottom I used some industrial strength velcro I had laying around. I used the existing tapped hole that's in the...
Forum: Thumpers 10-24-2012, 04:52 AM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
My thoughts exactly on Husky's shift in emphasis...

My thoughts exactly on Husky's shift in emphasis with the Terra. I just don't see it being as dirt worthy as the 610. I also agree the 690 may now be best option. I actually had a down payment on the...
Forum: Thumpers 09-28-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 25,341
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Posted By mrkartoom
I'll 3rd that. Clean and inspect all the...

I'll 3rd that.

Clean and inspect all the headlight wiring connections. Before you do that see if you can simulate the problem by moving the connectors and harness around while the bike is...
Forum: Thumpers 09-21-2012, 04:41 AM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
Same here. My bike was only months old when the...

Same here. My bike was only months old when the stock Varta exploded and left me stranded 30 miles out from the event start. I was missing a good old carb at that point. Luckily the sweep crew was...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 09-19-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
I know I laid my keys down here somewhere dangit.

I know I laid my keys down here somewhere dangit.
Forum: Thumpers 09-16-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
You do the trail ride?

You do the trail ride?
Forum: Thumpers 09-06-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 25,341
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Posted By mrkartoom
Old post, but I wonder if there is a more...

Old post, but I wonder if there is a more travelled and experienced TE than this one. I'm amazed it's still pounding out the miles. It has definitely been around the block a time or two. Can't wait...
Forum: Thumpers 09-06-2012, 06:44 PM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
My 08 was getting 55mpg consistently until I...

My 08 was getting 55mpg consistently until I installed the Leo V system and lifted the O2 sensor, which dropped it to the low 40's. It would have to be jetted on the lean side me thinks to get those...
Forum: Thumpers 08-31-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
I run the Motorex 10W60 and no issues. No tear...

I run the Motorex 10W60 and no issues. No tear downs to see the results, but no issues either.

I ran Motul in all my KTMs and have yet to see motors/pistons/skirts etc look better on any oil after...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 08-29-2012, 04:52 PM
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Posted By mrkartoom
gets my vote.

gets my vote.
Forum: Equipment 08-16-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,813
Posted By mrkartoom
Nice article. I'm thinking I may just go for the...

Nice article. I'm thinking I may just go for the most comfortable open-face helmet I can find with a screen and seek quiet through better earplugs.
Forum: Equipment 08-15-2012, 07:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,813
Posted By mrkartoom
Your quest is very similar to mine. Aged 55, some...

Your quest is very similar to mine. Aged 55, some hearing impairment, and looking for a quiet helmet. I still have Led Zepplin ringing in my ears from 1972, not to mention all the other loud concerts...
Forum: Trials 06-22-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 87,921
Posted By mrkartoom
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEg2_tPxXMQ ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEg2_tPxXMQ

Most excellent.
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-11-2012, 04:51 AM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
That's a cool pic. All orangey by accident or on...

That's a cool pic. All orangey by accident or on purpose? Good KTM advert!
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-04-2012, 07:08 PM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
Agreed. Great photo!

Agreed. Great photo!
Forum: Face plant 04-03-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,033
Posted By mrkartoom
What baffles me most, besides the obvious issues...

What baffles me most, besides the obvious issues mentioned, is that he left it right in the middle of the road. I'd never leave my bike out in the open like that if I could help it. Looks like some...
Forum: Face plant 04-03-2012, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,669
Posted By mrkartoom
I could see that pole coming. Good thing that...

I could see that pole coming. Good thing that wasn't part of the equation or may not have been so insignificant.
Forum: Face plant 04-03-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,724
Posted By mrkartoom
Nasty. Saw the video and then found this thread....

Nasty. Saw the video and then found this thread. The fact it all goes black right at the moment of impact makes it seem even worse. I was wondering how the rider came out of that. It did not look...
Forum: The Garage 04-02-2012, 07:32 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 27,683
Posted By mrkartoom
Add me to the list of converted doubters. Neat...

Add me to the list of converted doubters. Neat thread and great result. Pretty awesome looking.
Forum: Thumpers 04-02-2012, 07:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,637
Posted By mrkartoom
Regarding some things mentioned about the TE610: ...

Regarding some things mentioned about the TE610:

I don't think you will have an issue with the TE610 carrying the weight you mentioned. The two of you together don't weigh much more than one big...
Forum: Thumpers 03-27-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,637
Posted By mrkartoom
The TE610 does have rear pegs. I've seen them on...

The TE610 does have rear pegs. I've seen them on the 2010 630, so I assume they all have them. You're right they are very tall. At 6' I expect he'd get along fine with it solo, 2up more of a handful...
Forum: Thumpers 03-27-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 470
Posted By mrkartoom
Can't say much about the 511 since I haven't...

Can't say much about the 511 since I haven't ridden one, but I spent a day on a FE570 and was very impressed with it. Just a great motor and a great handling bike. It does not show it's weight. Very...
Forum: Thumpers 03-23-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
I just can't get along with those gigantic...

I just can't get along with those gigantic mufflers on the TE's. Great bikes, but I can't figure out why those things have to be so huge.
Forum: Ride reports 03-19-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 49,947
Posted By mrkartoom
Great report. The pics are wonderful.

Great report. The pics are wonderful.
Forum: Face plant 03-18-2012, 08:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,016
Posted By mrkartoom
I've had my bike taken out a few times so fast...

I've had my bike taken out a few times so fast that there has been no time to even think about reacting. Never really got hurt in any of them, but the absolute scariest one was coming off a fairly...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-08-2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
To me this pic just optimizes what the sport is...

To me this pic just optimizes what the sport is all about, heading into the vast unknown to see what lies ahead. Very nice.

+1 on the front page
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 02-03-2012, 08:57 PM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
okay gots to know did mr. cob make the crest? ...

okay gots to know did mr. cob make the crest?

impressive.
Forum: Thumpers 01-24-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 25,341
Views: 3,038,836
Posted By mrkartoom
Haven't checked in for a while. Wow 1504 pages!

Haven't checked in for a while. Wow 1504 pages!
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-21-2011, 05:10 AM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
Nice one. Although I'm not sure I be spotting on...

Nice one. Although I'm not sure I be spotting on that one. :lol3
Forum: Trials 11-20-2010, 05:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,225
Posted By mrkartoom
I'll pass along some advice given to me when I...

I'll pass along some advice given to me when I recently got into trials:

- Buy something 2001 or later. You can get older and pay less, but if you want to learn and progress the bike's...
Forum: Trials 11-20-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,890
Posted By mrkartoom
Not sure about the 02's, but my 03 experienced a...

Not sure about the 02's, but my 03 experienced a somewhat common voltage regulator failure. It was not too costly to replace.

More common were the carb issues, the sticking clutch, and the...
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-16-2010, 06:49 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,567
Posted By mrkartoom
FWIW my dealer told me he'd swap the low seat off...

FWIW my dealer told me he'd swap the low seat off the used F800GS I'm looking with the standard seat no charge.
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-14-2010, 06:04 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,567
Posted By mrkartoom
I'm in Massachusetts. The dealer does know...

I'm in Massachusetts.

The dealer does know the bike's history. Sold it to the original owner and took it back in on a trade. He mentioned the interval service on it and the sprocket bolts have...
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-14-2010, 08:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,567
Posted By mrkartoom
First off congrats on the new bike. I test...

First off congrats on the new bike.

I test rode one myself for the first time yesterday and have decided that I want one. I was originally thinking new, but I rode a 2009 that was just traded in...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 08-23-2010, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9,293
Views: 3,396,518
Posted By mrkartoom
:beer Very nice one.

:beer Very nice one.
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