950 Supermoto Chronicles - Page 53

doctor_big · 08-29-2008, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick Makwell

Jason,

I think I'll be right, Im just worried about Mrs Mackwell - I can do 1000km days on sportsbikes et al, its not a drama, but I think the rear pillion perch isnt that great.

Im thinking of getting a spare seat and handing it to a local guy here (who does wonders for about $400 labour/parts) to turn the seat base pan into a touring seat.

What's the windshield I see on yours?

I spoke to a 950 Enduro R owner who put the 690SM high windshield on his bike, fits and looks good...

Cheers, Chris

PS. This thread rocks!

My sympathies to Mrs Mackwell... she deserves a medal for touring on the SM. Yes, you will need to do some seat work if that's your mandate. Probably a different rear spring too!

Yeah, that's a 690SM screen. It increases turbulence a bit, but it's a good tradeoff at >65mph. The shield really reduces the windblast. I like it. Looks ok too.

Heated grips, an HID light and the tankbag are the remainder of my mods. Gonna add two PIAA lights as well. Did I already mention that?

Jason

Bikeaddict · 08-30-2008, 04:12 AM

Now there´s the official KTM screen for the 990

doctor_big · 08-30-2008, 04:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bikeaddict

Now there´s the official KTM screen for the 990

Hmmmmm......

That doesn't have the lip of the 690 screen. Might be less turbulent, but then again, it most likely deflects less wind. Very curious to hear how it works.

Jason

Garry · 08-30-2008, 07:23 AM

RE: Aux lighting

Doesn't PIAA (sp?) or someone make little bullet lights that mount to the brake calipers? Not sure if that's a solution for radially mounted calipers on USD forks. I remember seeing it on the standard forks on my old Sprint RS that I had...

doctor_big · 08-31-2008, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garry

Doesn't PIAA (sp?) or someone make little bullet lights that mount to the brake calipers? Not sure if that's a solution for radially mounted calipers on USD forks. I remember seeing it on the standard forks on my old Sprint RS that I had...

Not sure that I'd want to a) add more unsprung weight to my front wheel, and b) subject the lights to that kind of vibration.

I sent CJracer a message asking about his fork tube clamps. They look the business. Failing that, I'm still evaluating some kind of mount on the hand guards.

Jason

Nick Makwell · 08-31-2008, 06:14 AM

dont Touratech/Wunderlich make a kit where they put two halogen lights under the middle triple clamp (i.e just below the "kidney" air inlet on the BMW)...

that would give better light, would not add too much to unsprung mass and be out of the way....

I'm sure the kit could fit other makes of bikes....too expensive for me to try down under though...(try tripling the catalog price.....)

doctor_big · 08-31-2008, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick Makwell

dont Touratech/Wunderlich make a kit where they put two halogen lights under the middle triple clamp (i.e just below the "kidney" air inlet on the BMW)...

I don't think that would work as the fender is mounted to the bottom of the lower triple clamp.

Jason

doctor_big · 08-31-2008, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doctor_big

I don't think that would work as the fender is mounted to the bottom of the lower triple clamp.

Jason

Here's an idea from another site...

http://ktmtalk.com/index.php?showtopic=253837&hl=PIAA

snarf · 09-03-2008, 07:06 AM

I'm planning on mounting up a 4300k bi-zenon HID assembly to the 950 over this winter, but as a temporary stop-gap, I've aimed my lowbeams up almost as high as the highbeams used to be, and rigged my switch so that when I flick to the Hi beam, the hi and low both stay on.

It works pretty well! The highbeam is well over oncoming traffic's eye level, but works wonderfully when you're hitting the twisties at night. you can really see around corners very well.

Its not the most lsick and savvy setup, but its easy and free :)

Worone · 09-03-2008, 10:31 AM

I bought a Super Enduro awhile ago, the guy I bought it from put an Air Hawk under the skin of the seat. He removed some foam, and has the air nozzle sticking out the bottom of the seat so you can adjust pressure easily. It makes the SE fantastic to ride, no sore butt!

Maineroads · 09-03-2008, 11:40 AM

I've been looking for an option for a backrest when my daughters ride with me that was quickly removable. I purchased a MV Verholen backrest off the flea market (for a GS) with the idea modifying it. It was much easier than I planned, and gives me three options that I can change in a couple of minutes. Stock rack, MV alum. rack, and rack / backrest. I only had to drill 4 holes to match up to the original plastic rack. I then installed 4 spacers between the rack and the fender and installed four longer bolts. I may have to modify (cut down) the part of the backrest you can't see so I can have three ranges of adj. forward and backward. I'm also considering taking some height out of the backrest depending on passenger feedback.

Maineroads · 09-03-2008, 11:41 AM

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Maineroads · 09-03-2008, 11:42 AM

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Paulzilla · 09-03-2008, 03:01 PM

I put a Givi rack on my SM. When the bags on it makes a good backrest.

Maineroads · 09-03-2008, 04:07 PM

Hey Paul, a pic of my Top Box. Holds the keys and credit card! I don't get too far lately.

08-30-2008, 04:12 AM	#782
Bikeaddict Bikeless Due To Recession Joined: Feb 2004 Location: Athens,Greece Oddometer: 198	990SM screen Now there´s the official KTM screen for the 990 Attached Images __________________ Versys 650 (sold), Yam XT 660R (sold), Yam TDM 900 (sold), Suzie VStrom 650 (sold), KTM Adventure 950 (sold), Honda Transalp 650 (sold), Suzie DR 650 (sold)

08-30-2008, 07:23 AM	#784
Garry Old and In The Way Joined: May 2005 Location: Murrysville, PA Oddometer: 1,082	RE: Aux lighting Doesn't PIAA (sp?) or someone make little bullet lights that mount to the brake calipers? Not sure if that's a solution for radially mounted calipers on USD forks. I remember seeing it on the standard forks on my old Sprint RS that I had... __________________ 2007 KTM 950 SM-R 2009 KTM 530 EXC http://www.MotoRoads.net

08-31-2008, 06:14 AM	#786
Nick Makwell Bavarian Murder Weapon Joined: Dec 2005 Location: Queensland, Australia Oddometer: 672	dont Touratech/Wunderlich make a kit where they put two halogen lights under the middle triple clamp (i.e just below the "kidney" air inlet on the BMW)... that would give better light, would not add too much to unsprung mass and be out of the way.... I'm sure the kit could fit other makes of bikes....too expensive for me to try down under though...(try tripling the catalog price.....) __________________ _________________ 2008 BMW R1200RT SE Silver - "Tonto" 1981 BMW R65 - "Seven" My R65 Cafe Project

09-03-2008, 07:06 AM	#789
snarf WFO and clueless Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Wichita, KS Oddometer: 645	I'm planning on mounting up a 4300k bi-zenon HID assembly to the 950 over this winter, but as a temporary stop-gap, I've aimed my lowbeams up almost as high as the highbeams used to be, and rigged my switch so that when I flick to the Hi beam, the hi and low both stay on. It works pretty well! The highbeam is well over oncoming traffic's eye level, but works wonderfully when you're hitting the twisties at night. you can really see around corners very well. Its not the most lsick and savvy setup, but its easy and free :) __________________ -Derek 'If you wanna play tough, you had better be stupid!' 8 bikes and counting.. www.kyriders.net

09-03-2008, 10:31 AM	#790
Worone Rock Slinger Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Okotoks, AB Oddometer: 300	I bought a Super Enduro awhile ago, the guy I bought it from put an Air Hawk under the skin of the seat. He removed some foam, and has the air nozzle sticking out the bottom of the seat so you can adjust pressure easily. It makes the SE fantastic to ride, no sore butt! __________________ "Now you hit him Margie, my arm is tired" ~ Vinnie Barbarino 2007 KTM 950R SE Chicks Dig Scars

09-03-2008, 11:40 AM	#791
Maineroads Ridgerunner Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Peak of the Valley, Maine Oddometer: 827	Passenger comfort I've been looking for an option for a backrest when my daughters ride with me that was quickly removable. I purchased a MV Verholen backrest off the flea market (for a GS) with the idea modifying it. It was much easier than I planned, and gives me three options that I can change in a couple of minutes. Stock rack, MV alum. rack, and rack / backrest. I only had to drill 4 holes to match up to the original plastic rack. I then installed 4 spacers between the rack and the fender and installed four longer bolts. I may have to modify (cut down) the part of the backrest you can't see so I can have three ranges of adj. forward and backward. I'm also considering taking some height out of the backrest depending on passenger feedback. __________________ Steve Maineroads screwed with this post 10-21-2008 at 10:13 AM

09-03-2008, 11:41 AM	#792
Maineroads Ridgerunner Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Peak of the Valley, Maine Oddometer: 827	another __________________ Steve Maineroads screwed with this post 10-21-2008 at 10:13 AM

09-03-2008, 11:42 AM	#793
Maineroads Ridgerunner Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Peak of the Valley, Maine Oddometer: 827	last __________________ Steve Maineroads screwed with this post 10-21-2008 at 10:13 AM

09-03-2008, 03:01 PM	#794
Paulzilla Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2007 Location: St. Paul, MN Oddometer: 109	Givi's make good back rests too I put a Givi rack on my SM. When the bags on it makes a good backrest. Attached Images

09-03-2008, 04:07 PM	#795
Maineroads Ridgerunner Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Peak of the Valley, Maine Oddometer: 827	Hey Paul, a pic of my Top Box. Holds the keys and credit card! I don't get too far lately. __________________ Steve Maineroads screwed with this post 10-21-2008 at 10:13 AM

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