X-Challenge - Accessories/Farkles

thanks GB
i want something that covers the whole case, my deep scratches are on the top

i didn't see any case covers from hyderacing. oh well, i might just machine some aluminum ones and save a few dollars but with the design it won't be too fun to make.

* NEWS FLASH*

I have been a little concerned like other here about the filter on the XC.. Unifilter make the Pod filter but it is like a container that fills with grit, bugs and even stones. I went to Unifilter and sat down with their tech guy in an effort to sort the problem. Especially since I wanted to remove the airbox cover completely so my TT tank fitted more easily.

We have come up with a nifty 'Pre Filter' for the XC. It works a treat and will go into production within a week. I have some proto types to play with and here are the first pics... BTW it will fit under the outer air box cover but you will need to remove the inner cover to fit it. I have completely hacked my outer cover to accommodate the big arse tank...





















The big tank now fits easily, and plenty of air gets under it. The pre filter is lightly oiled and sits over a cage that slots onto the frame of the pod filter that sits inside the airbox. The pre filter is a coarser foam but will make your filter last much longer... We now have a chamber encapsulated by foam before the air gets into your airbox. However flow charts show that it does not restrict air hardly at all, and once you have replaced your inner airbox cover with the pre filter, it works much better! The production units will be of a much higher quality finish.

Awesome work SteveRed - Sign me up for one of the production models!

How many miles can you go before the gas light comes on?



This is with the Jack Splash Acerbis tank mod.

+1

Great solution.

Rob in Seattle

+1

Keep us up dated.

Today I finished off the tail tidy with Rizoma LED blinkers, and installed the Pivot Pegz. I also installed the Emig damper set up which kicks ass as well as a set of Tuono mirrors.... I love this bike!

WOW. That looks GREAT!
Bert

NICE!

They should come out of the box like that! Great bike!

I got 611km last week. TT tank fitted and no single track or sand.

A few weeks ago a Member posted that Soth sound BMW had 47 tooth rear sprockets for sale,so I called. He was right and I've got one in hand to throw on my X. I'll take a picture when its installed.

The Stock replacement is $75 and the 47 tooth was $54, so a chance to save a few bucks and get better offroas gearing. I'm going to try the 47 with a 13 and a 14 to find a good balance of street gearing and trail gearing.

My only big complaint with the X is the terrible gear box for technical trail riding...... Maybe Ohlins was right, its a street bike

I believe 47 is stock on the X and you can get them at Chicago for $40.
27717696650 SPROCKET S Retail Price:$50.00 Our Price:$40.00
Just FYI

Yeah , here's to hoping you got the 49T manufactured by Sprocket Specialists (Part#2948) sold through South Sound BMW for the G650CH at a cost of $54.95.

47T is stock gearing.

Sorry, it was a typo..... 49 tooth is what I got and check this out..... FYI

http://www.maxbmwmotorcycles.com/fiche/MainDiagrams.asp?mospid=50282

Wow, Max BMW is giving me a good porking!

Yeah it's the 49t and it's preeeety good with the 14. For single track I'd prefer the 13t on the front I'd wager but I suppose "dual sport" is all about compromise.

I'm like a lot.

I started with the 13 this afternoon and went for a ride. Its to low for D/Sing but I'll definately use the 13 for the next MotoX. I put the 14t on and its much better. I'm doing a 400 mile fire road, tarmac, powerline, jeep trail, logging road ride tomorrow and I can't wait to see how it works.

Nothing better than a new chain and sprockets

So Crank.. Is there much speed lost with the 14/49 combo? You are effectively dropping 5 teeth from stock (15/47) Where can I get my hands on one?

It's in the index but look here.

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=355731

I can still cruise fine at 70MPH with the 14/49 combo.

I've got the 49T rear from South Sound with the stock 15T front. Cruising at 75 mph indicated with TKC-80s is doable, but mileage goes down to ~42mpg on the highway. (Tested it on the trip from Seattle down to SSBMW and back.) OK when necessary to keep up with traffic, but 5-10mph slower feels more "right" with the motor.

YMMV of course.

Rob in Seattle