WMR/Nihilo Concepts KTM 125 Build!

WMR Nihilo
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10/3/2012 12:12pm Edited Date/Time 10/18/2012 8:03am
WMR KTM/Nihilo Concepts KTM 125 Build
Started as a beat 2012 KTM 125 race bike
We are restoring it to a Shop Bike/Race Bike
Will post pics of Progress
Tear Down


Frame and swingarm


Coming together

Body work





check out
www.wmr1.com
for more info
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newmann
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10/3/2012 12:49pm
Didn't you hear, 2 strokes are dead. Obviously there were a lot of us that didn't get the memo!Smile

Nice project, keep the pics coming.
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How do you pronounce Nihilo? How did the name come about?
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10/3/2012 10:17pm
Didn't know that the '13 plastics fit right onto the 2012's! Lookin great!


When my ktm's black frame starts to turn to shit i'll get it down to a ktm orange, nothings beats that orange frame.

The Shop

WMR Nihilo
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10/4/2012 6:52am
motokiwi wrote:
How do you pronounce Nihilo? How did the name come about?
Ni-hi-lo [nahy-uh-loh] adverb, adjective Latin .
out of nothing; from nothing. Nihilo is a Latin phrase meaning "out of nothing". It often appears in conjunction with the concept of creation, as in creatio ex nihilo, meaning "creation out of nothing"—chiefly in philosophical or theological contexts, but also occurs in other fields.

We used to be WMR Performance Products, but since WMR is a KTM dealer we needed to change the name so other dealers and KTM can sell our products.
Nihilo is latin from ex-nihilo meaning "out of nothing".
We are creating things (billet products) from nothing (raw aluminum)
Has worked well for us so far, has a tropical Hawaiian feel, so we created the mask logo below:


Check out our website www.wmr1.com for more info and
Like us on Facebook for up to date info: http://www.facebook.com/nihiloconceptsfan
WMR Nihilo
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10/4/2012 6:56am
tobz wrote:
Didn't know that the '13 plastics fit right onto the 2012's! Lookin great! When my ktm's black frame starts to turn to shit i'll get it...
Didn't know that the '13 plastics fit right onto the 2012's! Lookin great!


When my ktm's black frame starts to turn to shit i'll get it down to a ktm orange, nothings beats that orange frame.
Yes the 2013 plastics will fit on all the 2012 bikes
Only new pieces are the shrouds, front fender, front number plate and air box covers
the rear fender is the same (orange) and the airbox/side plates are the same and accept the new air box covers
All the new 2013 bodywork will bolt right on except for the front number plate and front fender (new triple clamps with front bolt mount)

We have a new mounting kit to retrofit the new fender and number plate to the 2012 and older triple clamps
will post pics shortly, stay tuned...

www.wmr1.com
WMR Nihilo
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10/4/2012 7:08am
motokiwi wrote:
How do you pronounce Nihilo? How did the name come about?
Ni-hi-lo [nahy-uh-loh] adverb, adjective Latin .
out of nothing; from nothing. Nihilo is a Latin phrase meaning "out of nothing". It often appears in conjunction with the concept of creation, as in creatio ex nihilo, meaning "creation out of nothing"—chiefly in philosophical or theological contexts, but also occurs in other fields.

We originally WMR Performance Products, but due to WMR being a KTM dealer, we need to change the name that would allow other dealers and KTM purchase our products without promoting another KTM dealer.

We wanted a unique name that would stand out and we came upon the Latin word ex-nihilo meaning "out of nothing"
Stuck with Nihilo- creating something (billet products) from nothing (raw aluminum)
All of our products are designed, tested and manufactured in house in the USA!
The name has worked for us so far, with it Latin/tropical/Hawaiian feel.
We came up with a mask logo below to further emphasize this image:


Most of our products can be found on the SXS line of KTM mini race bikes
Thank you for all the feedback
Will be posting more pics shortly...
More info available at the links below
Fearo
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Any plans on making a clutch cover for the 2013 KTM SX 250 (2-stroke)?
WMR Nihilo
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Fearo wrote:
Any plans on making a clutch cover for the 2013 KTM SX 250 (2-stroke)?
Yes, they are all in the works as we speak (including the 250sx)
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10/5/2012 3:20am
Sweet!!! Will there be different colours?
WMR Nihilo
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Fearo wrote:
Sweet!!! Will there be different colours?
The covers will be available in orange and black
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10/5/2012 9:15am
Awesome. Any indication on when they will be available?
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10/5/2012 9:19am Edited Date/Time 10/5/2012 9:19am
Double post.
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10/5/2012 10:14am
I just want to let everyone know that these guys run a top notch dealership. The heart and soul is in their race shop. They have done all the work on my KTM MX bike and street bike. They are a fully equipped orange certified real deal race shop. They have great attitudes and do amazing work. I busted my collar bone and they not only fixed up my bike but they came by my house to pick it up so it would be ready when I was ready. They even gave it a wash! Another cool thing is they have a little sand track right outside the showroom so you can spin a few laps to try out any work you had done. I do all my business through them and can't recommend them enough. Great operation to support. They have something that most dealers have completely forgotten about, personality and customer service. I'm not sure how their prices stack up against the internet but it doesn't really matter. If it is more it's worth it. I feel lucky to have them near me and support them 100%.

Jason Ward
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10/5/2012 10:22am
I just want to let everyone know that these guys run a top notch dealership. The heart and soul is in their race shop. They have...
I just want to let everyone know that these guys run a top notch dealership. The heart and soul is in their race shop. They have done all the work on my KTM MX bike and street bike. They are a fully equipped orange certified real deal race shop. They have great attitudes and do amazing work. I busted my collar bone and they not only fixed up my bike but they came by my house to pick it up so it would be ready when I was ready. They even gave it a wash! Another cool thing is they have a little sand track right outside the showroom so you can spin a few laps to try out any work you had done. I do all my business through them and can't recommend them enough. Great operation to support. They have something that most dealers have completely forgotten about, personality and customer service. I'm not sure how their prices stack up against the internet but it doesn't really matter. If it is more it's worth it. I feel lucky to have them near me and support them 100%.

Jason Ward
I couldn't have said it any better. This is a top notch dealership with a work shop that has the cleanliness and machinery of an operating room. Not only is it a bad ass dealer, every single one of these guys absolutely love what they do. Keep up the good work Rob!
WMR Nihilo
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10/5/2012 10:41am
Fearo wrote:
Awesome. Any indication on when they will be available?
They should be available within a month or so
Follow us below to keep updated
WMR Nihilo
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10/5/2012 10:43am
I just want to let everyone know that these guys run a top notch dealership. The heart and soul is in their race shop. They have...
I just want to let everyone know that these guys run a top notch dealership. The heart and soul is in their race shop. They have done all the work on my KTM MX bike and street bike. They are a fully equipped orange certified real deal race shop. They have great attitudes and do amazing work. I busted my collar bone and they not only fixed up my bike but they came by my house to pick it up so it would be ready when I was ready. They even gave it a wash! Another cool thing is they have a little sand track right outside the showroom so you can spin a few laps to try out any work you had done. I do all my business through them and can't recommend them enough. Great operation to support. They have something that most dealers have completely forgotten about, personality and customer service. I'm not sure how their prices stack up against the internet but it doesn't really matter. If it is more it's worth it. I feel lucky to have them near me and support them 100%.

Jason Ward
yz763 wrote:
I couldn't have said it any better. This is a top notch dealership with a work shop that has the cleanliness and machinery of an operating...
I couldn't have said it any better. This is a top notch dealership with a work shop that has the cleanliness and machinery of an operating room. Not only is it a bad ass dealer, every single one of these guys absolutely love what they do. Keep up the good work Rob!
Wow!
Thank you for all the kind words!
Everybody here at the shop really work hard to satisfy everyone
We are all into moto just as you all are! It is a passion and what we love
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10/5/2012 11:29am
Dunno what's going on here, other than the bike looks pretty damn cool, one thing though... WHERE ARE THE BLACK RIMS?
10/6/2012 9:12am
That bike is going to look awesome! I also converted an 11 SX 250 to the new bodywork and it looks so much better than the old one
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10/6/2012 7:42pm
What experience does your suspension guy's have?
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10/6/2012 8:51pm
Also should be mentioned that they are VitalMX supporters! So as the front page says:

"Support the companies that support your scene"

Cool
newmann
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10/7/2012 6:36am
And where are you getting 2013 plastics from? OEM or aftermarket?
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10/7/2012 7:35am
Bellone wrote:
What experience does your suspension guy's have?
I'm sure they can give you more specifics but just from what I know from talking with the guys at the shop they have Rory Mead running the GNCCs and he has actually pulled down some wins and they have also worked with Nate Kanney. They also support a ton of amateurs and had a couple of guys running the nationals. They pitted with the KTM team at Loretta's to support all their guys. They did the work on my KTM 450 XCF and made a big difference.

These guys are legit.
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10/7/2012 9:47am
To be honest their suspension sucks but Bob (Owner of WMR) will not admit fault of any kind.
They dont have a suspension guy nor do they test suspension.
10/7/2012 12:47pm
newmann wrote:
And where are you getting 2013 plastics from? OEM or aftermarket?
Oem, the only aftermarket part available yet is the front fender
newmann
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10/7/2012 6:09pm
newmann wrote:
And where are you getting 2013 plastics from? OEM or aftermarket?
Oem, the only aftermarket part available yet is the front fender
The oem plastics have the graphics molded into them. Not seeing that on the project bike.
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10/7/2012 7:32pm
Are these Derek Johnson's bikes? We used to ride at his house but I havent heard from him in a while.
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10/7/2012 7:55pm
That must be so fun to ride. I ran WMR suspension for many years and was always loving the way it handled after they revalved it to my specs. they did a lot for guys that went on to win SX races so they know there stuff. I think I see Wil at some fishing tournaments, maybe not.
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ocscottie wrote:
Also should be mentioned that they are VitalMX supporters! So as the front page says:

"Support the companies that support your scene"

Cool
Yes and we are proud to be! Cool
WMR Nihilo
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10/8/2012 6:38am
newmann wrote:
And where are you getting 2013 plastics from? OEM or aftermarket?
OEM out of the 2013 KTM powerparts catalog:

Air box: same as 2012
Air box covers: 7770600300004, 7770600400004
fork guards: same as 2012
front fender: 7770801000004 (will need to use our bracket to mount 2013 fender onto 2012 triple clamps..coming soon!)
rad shrouds: 7770805400004
frt # plate: 7770800704428

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