Well here it is, the KTM SXF 450 Factory Edition 2016

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Haven't even got my numbers on the damn thing yet cause everyone's having trouble matching this orange and waiting on samples
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Damn your FE is beautiful! What are your thoughts on the Motomaster 270mm front brake disc? The Brembo brakes are so freaking good stock but i guess a bigger front disc would make them even better. I have always been a fan of the Motomaster stuff!
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Thanks bud you should see diggers!! He's got the new trax shock coming this week too. It's beautiful!!

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Can anyone tell me if their bike came with valve stem nuts? There were none on my bike. Also I was only able to get 96mm of Race Sag out of the stock spring and I weight 190lbs in street clothes. Anyone have similar issues?
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Any ride reviews compared to other 450 s?
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MX678 wrote:
Can anyone tell me if their bike came with valve stem nuts? There were none on my bike. Also I was only able to get 96mm...
Can anyone tell me if their bike came with valve stem nuts? There were none on my bike. Also I was only able to get 96mm of Race Sag out of the stock spring and I weight 190lbs in street clothes. Anyone have similar issues?
That's interesting your sag number is so low. I'm 160lbs and could get to 105mm. How are you measuring it?
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That's interesting your sag number is so low. I'm 160lbs and could get to 105mm. How are you measuring it?
Measured from the axle to the sag mark on the fender. I have an MSR sag tool, so I always pull it tight to the top of the hole in the axle. Stock, before any adjustments, I had ~90mm of race sag and 38mm static. After adjusted, I ended of with ~96mm of race sag and 42mm of static. Any suggestions?
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Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105 mm sag. I didn't have to touch the spring. My unloaded was at 24 1/4 inches, static was at 22 3/4 and loaded was at 20 inches I didn't factor in gear or boots but with a few pounds added I should be around 105mm, haven't ridden the bike yet. I can't remember but I thought I read somewhere that 105 mm was the recommended sag but the manual says 110 or 4.3 inches +- 0.2 , 5mm
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Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105...
Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105 mm sag. I didn't have to touch the spring. My unloaded was at 24 1/4 inches, static was at 22 3/4 and loaded was at 20 inches I didn't factor in gear or boots but with a few pounds added I should be around 105mm, haven't ridden the bike yet. I can't remember but I thought I read somewhere that 105 mm was the recommended sag but the manual says 110 or 4.3 inches +- 0.2 , 5mm
We want a review please .
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Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105...
Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105 mm sag. I didn't have to touch the spring. My unloaded was at 24 1/4 inches, static was at 22 3/4 and loaded was at 20 inches I didn't factor in gear or boots but with a few pounds added I should be around 105mm, haven't ridden the bike yet. I can't remember but I thought I read somewhere that 105 mm was the recommended sag but the manual says 110 or 4.3 inches +- 0.2 , 5mm
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We want a review please .
Ha Billy, not sure when I will get to the track, pretty muddy now and we are getting a lot of rain tonight.
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Need to get some numbers, I want to get preprinted with the stock looking backgrounds


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Redrcr34 wrote:
Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105...
Mine didn't come with valve stem nuts. I'm 195lbs and all my measurements on unloaded, static sag and loaded came out good, I'm getting around 105 mm sag. I didn't have to touch the spring. My unloaded was at 24 1/4 inches, static was at 22 3/4 and loaded was at 20 inches I didn't factor in gear or boots but with a few pounds added I should be around 105mm, haven't ridden the bike yet. I can't remember but I thought I read somewhere that 105 mm was the recommended sag but the manual says 110 or 4.3 inches +- 0.2 , 5mm
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We want a review please .
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Ha Billy, not sure when I will get to the track, pretty muddy now and we are getting a lot of rain tonight.
I know man,same here, cold this wknd , hopefully soon.
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Need to get some numbers, I want to get preprinted with the stock looking backgrounds [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/03/15/128159/s1200_image.jpg[/img]
Need to get some numbers, I want to get preprinted with the stock looking backgrounds


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Picked up these today from a good freind for the fe.[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/03/15/128136/s1200_image.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/03/15/128137/s1200_image.jpg[/img]
Picked up these today from a good freind for the fe.



looks fresh! Your buddy wouldn't happen to have another set laying around would he?
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Need to get some numbers, I want to get preprinted with the stock looking backgrounds [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/03/15/128159/s1200_image.jpg[/img]
Need to get some numbers, I want to get preprinted with the stock looking backgrounds


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Beauty.
Thanks Billy, I moved the forks up 12 mm in the clamps.
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CarlinoJoeVideo wrote:
That's interesting your sag number is so low. I'm 160lbs and could get to 105mm. How are you measuring it?
MX678 wrote:
Measured from the axle to the sag mark on the fender. I have an MSR sag tool, so I always pull it tight to the top...
Measured from the axle to the sag mark on the fender. I have an MSR sag tool, so I always pull it tight to the top of the hole in the axle. Stock, before any adjustments, I had ~90mm of race sag and 38mm static. After adjusted, I ended of with ~96mm of race sag and 42mm of static. Any suggestions?
What is your HS and LS adjustment set at on the shock? Have you rode the bike yet, maybe it's cranked down stiff?

I have the 15 FE and my bike really likes the sag at 105-106mm. I felt like it didn't turn as well at 108-110mm.
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Anyone have any recommendation on pre printed backgrounds? I'm looking for the stock oem look.

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What is your HS and LS adjustment set at on the shock? Have you rode the bike yet, maybe it's cranked down stiff? I have the...
What is your HS and LS adjustment set at on the shock? Have you rode the bike yet, maybe it's cranked down stiff?

I have the 15 FE and my bike really likes the sag at 105-106mm. I felt like it didn't turn as well at 108-110mm.
I have 17clicks out on LS and 2.5 turns out on HS. I haven't rode the bike, so maybe it's sticking a little?
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I picked mine up today, a newb on this forum, this is my second KTM. My last was in 2002 with a 2002 380.

got my 13 year old into riding and after seeing the new KTMs, I found a reason to get back into one, so got the last one in the area. Here's a few down and dirty I took after getting her home.

Graphics are weird, front plate, half is a sticker, half is molded, same with sides, top is molded, bottom is sticker front fender is a sticker, rear is molded. Fork protectors are molded, swing arm is a sticker. Just weird.






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I picked mine up today, a newb on this forum, this is my second KTM. My last was in 2002 with a 2002 380. got my...
I picked mine up today, a newb on this forum, this is my second KTM. My last was in 2002 with a 2002 380.

got my 13 year old into riding and after seeing the new KTMs, I found a reason to get back into one, so got the last one in the area. Here's a few down and dirty I took after getting her home.

Graphics are weird, front plate, half is a sticker, half is molded, same with sides, top is molded, bottom is sticker front fender is a sticker, rear is molded. Fork protectors are molded, swing arm is a sticker. Just weird.






Congrats
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Anyone have any recommendation on pre printed backgrounds? I'm looking for the stock oem look.
I ordered some from n-style and was told the orange doesn't quite match but needed them regardless. Probably won't get them until next week so I will post a review then.
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Reading this is getting me excited, mine is supposed to be here sometime in April. Just sold my 2013 crf 450, no turning back now! Appreciate all you guys with early shipments working out all the bugs.... I planned on running mine pretty much stock, after throwing a ton of money & parts at my 13 Honda, I figured with the Ktm I would not have to do that. Just curious, for the guys that are modding these bikes already, did you try to get them dialed in stock at all?
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Redrcr34 wrote:
Anyone have any recommendation on pre printed backgrounds? I'm looking for the stock oem look.
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I ordered some from n-style and was told the orange doesn't quite match but needed them regardless. Probably won't get them until next week so I...
I ordered some from n-style and was told the orange doesn't quite match but needed them regardless. Probably won't get them until next week so I will post a review then.
Thanks, will look forward to seeing them.
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the decal mx replica FE number plates are what you want. They are on point. I will put a photo up later
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usmc3524 wrote:
the decal mx replica FE number plates are what you want. They are on point. I will put a photo up later
Hey thanks, is that decal works in Illinois? I like the look of yours, exactly what I'm looking for?
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I still prefer the old green battleship
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How well does the orange match
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[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/03/16/128201/s1200_image.jpg[/img]


MX678 wrote:
How well does the orange match
Not very good along with every other company's!! We've tried everyone and no ones even close

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