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seawitch Added a reply to Fastway with Ankle Savers - Why Not?
6/23/2023 10:33am Been riding Moto for almost 20 years broke both ankles on a big case about 10 years ago switched to ankle savers havd never had a time when they were in the way obviously I’m not a national rider or even A class for me though zero issues
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I have been using them for 3 years or so 90% MX. I ride mostly sand tracks so love the lower psi I can run. What I don't like is problems...sometimes hard to get a seal on new tire. If you get a random hole in tire..all easy to fix with a new tube in standard form but more difficult...
seawitch Started a new thread KTM 450 Piston size
2/11/2018 5:52am About to order my parts to do top end on my 2016 KTM 450 sxf FE I am,going with OEM parts. They have 2 sizes listed Do I need to measure first? Was hoping to order and have on hand so I can knock it out one evening. Thanks for the help guys.
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seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/11/2018 5:52am Riding today Tear down tomorrow eve Then measure bore Hopefully 3 days to get parts Then,back up and going by weekend
seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/8/2018 10:47pm Hopefully my manual will arrive soon. I will base my piston size purchase on manual recommendations. Seems to be some conflicting ideas. One thing thats driving me crazy is WHERE IS MY SIZE STAMP! I may see it but dang its def not obvious. Thanks for the replies.
seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/6/2018 12:28pm I do not have a dedicated cylinder indicator, no sir. I do have some nice dial calipers and what not. Figure I can get a good measurement using a piston ring... Have split many a motorcycle case and can build or rebuild pretty much anything from mx bikes to boats to heavy equipment. The Lord blessed me with a mechanical...
seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/6/2018 5:48am Ok Looks like a next monday evening project then! Dont want to miss out on a full weekend! I ordered a CD rom manual also. Thanks for the help guys. Cant stand the lack of service manual you get with these bikes! After years of yamahas I got spoiled I suppose.
seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/6/2018 5:20am I did not see any stamped I or II I have 106 hours. Most I have ever gone before rebuild on any motor. Just life is busy. Plus been riding alot. On a positive note I am a every two track day oil and air filter changer and I usually ride in a higher gear. I think KTM only offers...
seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/6/2018 4:35am Thanks so much!
seawitch Added a reply to KTM 450 Piston size
2/5/2018 5:04pm Size 1 or size 2?
seawitch Added a reply to 450 Rebuild KTM
10/25/2017 8:39am No offense meant but who is TRZ?
seawitch Added a reply to 450 Rebuild KTM
10/24/2017 5:07am I have no issues dealing with cam chain tensioner. Def gonna go back OEM as they obviously hold up great! When I did my YZF and my RMZ I did valve springs and seals as well. Will probably hold off on that this time. Checked valves a few times always spot on. Thanks for the replies.
seawitch Added a reply to 450 Rebuild KTM
10/23/2017 3:02pm Was not planning on doing Anyghing to bottom end.
seawitch Started a new thread 450 Rebuild KTM
10/23/2017 7:20am Little past due time for rebuild on my 16 450 SXF KTM 88 hours on meter. Planning on basic OEM Piston and rings Timing Chain Possible Timing chain tensioner Of course all applicable gaskets. Any reason to mess with any valve train components? Seals Springs Thanks Guys.
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seawitch Added a reply to Trailer Build
3/1/2017 8:32am Looks good so far.
seawitch Added a reply to Track recommendations AL, NC or SC
2/23/2017 9:28am Elizabeth city. Very close to ECMX Morgan's corner proving ground on face book. Very fun track. Can get dry but always starts out fresh and watered.
seawitch Added a reply to Track recommendations AL, NC or SC
2/23/2017 9:28am Race this weekend at cow branch. Don't know if your looking for a race or just practice. Giving y'all heads up.