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What have you done to your Superduke today

3,916 posts · Started by Jody · 16 Nov 2010

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Post 1 by Jody,

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Post 2 by dynastar,

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Not today, but last night, I finally got around to doing the mod to derestrict 2nd and 3rd gear ECU sensor. Wasn't easy getting those 2 wires out, but eventually got 'em out. A noticeable improvement. Don't know why I was so scared to do it on the first day, being a new bike and all. Oh well. Anyways, glad I did it.

FYI: I didn't mark the connector plug, instead I took a picture and then made a drawing in case I would ever need to put them back. For example, if I had to take it in for warrany work. Not that they would deny said work, but why risk it.

Post 3 by boney95,

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Changed the oil and put away for the winter. Sad day...

Post 4 by cdlabate,

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Been riding it to work.

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Post 9 by preey,

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Started to strip back end down took loads of bits of to go to powder coating had my spare swinging arm done already
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Post 10 by Luigy,

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Actually at dealer since friday, going for:

- installation MH Airbox + Flys + SAS removal
- 40T Sprocket
- Disable de 2nd n 3th gear restriction
- oil and filters

Do you think it´s too much for the bike at once?
Will i recognize my bike or i´m gonna ride some kind of angry beast?

Post 11 by bic_bicknell,

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Luigy.

That's like asking if oysters, followed by sirloin steak, creme brule, then brandy, coffee and cheese selection is too much dinner. Of course not, just leaves you satisfied and content and wanting to do it again as soon as possible

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Post 20 by Jody,

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Fitted new hangers and levers that have been powdercoated black

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Post 24 by Jody,

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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Jealous, me? yes very

have a good trip mate

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Post 28 by Jody,

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Oooo ooo ooo what you getting next mister ? ? ?

Post 29 by Ducati Pete,

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Not decided. I really like the 1098SF but, as I don't ride on the road and I'm after more grunt, if I have to have a twin I should really just get a straight 1198.

Fact is I had decided that 09 would be the last year for me and superdukes, but I had that big crash and decided to give it another year. Well 2010 hasn't really been a good crack. First 6 months ruined with that shitty problem - I even paid £200 NOT to go to Jerez in May!

I think riding with that problem had a roll on effect as I really haven't rode well this year. A lot of the time I've not been really committed to the corner and well within my comfort zone - just like I had to ride with the problem.

So maybe I'll see how I feel over the winter, I have bought a motobox and done the mods recently, ut that can be sold easily.

Post 30 by Jody,

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Well today I....

took the battery off, lackered the whole bike in GT85, put some blankets and a tarpaulin over it.

All being well I'll be off to Morzine in a couple of weeks to work as a seasonaire, so the SD won't be seeing the light of day until March time.

Hopefully I'll have Wi-fi where I'm staying so I can still come on here and bore you all !

Post 31 by Bert,

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Last week I installed HID (xenon) and yesterday I went for a (very short) ride. It was 1 degree C.

Post 32 by SDtaxi,

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Post 33 by Bert,

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I've got an 06, so I had plenty of room
I stuck it on the left side of the mask, under the tacho. I used .

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Post 38 by BASH69,

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Well the swingarm bearings and head bearings are freshly greased and all back on, now just waiting on bloody KTM for a few bits to complete the bigger tank conversion, rearsets to come back from the anodizers and then get it looking like a bike again

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Post 39 by nampus,

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cleaned the tank and side panels, removed the reflector of the fork leg, and looked at it.
It gets better looking every time I look at it

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Post 65 by RED ZX,

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Dropped her off at the shop today. The battery is dead and she is still running hot. New battery will be around $175. Hopefully my mechanic can figure out why she is still running hot. I'm hoping there is air in the system and it wasn't bled correctly by my previous mechanic. Should have the bike back for Christmas.

Post 66 by dougle,

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Post 68 by RED ZX,

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Cleaned up my rear brake caliper and replaced the piston seals in it, front ones tomorrow maybe.

Also finally put a new seal on the starter and replace some crimp clips with normal on the coolant hoses so i can get in there again if needs be.

Bike all back together tomorrow maybe! woot!

Post 69 by KTMMAN,

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picked it up from having the new starter gear and casing put on/in, now starts without a suicidal clang

road it a while, didnt want to stop

Post 70 by MADDOG53,

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Well I fitted a pair of Quill T3 pipes with a bit of persuasion and was worried the bike would not start as it had not been ridden in 6 weeks due to shit weather/work or fookin decorating. One touch of a button and fook A DOODLE DOO it started and was bloody loud to say the least. These cans are supposed to be road legal ..... anyhoo I let her idle for a little before giving it a blip of throttle and was frustrated at the thought of not being able to ride her due to the weather and shit loads of salt all over the road. I was also going to get in the battery compartment to fit the wires for an optimate and as I had never been in that area, I took a look in the manual to see what I needed to undo. It all seemed straight forward but I could not see how on the last stage you just fold a flap down to reveal the battery. Scratching my head, (and balls ), I'm thinking w.t.f and then realise my bike had already had the wires needed and followed the lead to find the plug in point for the optimate tucked up in the frame. My bike is a 2009 model and I wonder if anyone else has there bike wired up and ready for a charger, cos who ever did mine ( and I got mine from new) they made it impossible to pull the battery compartment flap down without having to clip a couple of ties.Anyhoo I get my Carpal Tunnel surgery done on both hands this Thursday, so they will be bandaged up and I will only just be able to wiggle my finger tips for the first week or so, and hopefully just be able to drive the car in 3 weeks. After breaking both arms last year, its amazing how few days go by before thinking about having a wank, and realising you physically cant

Post 71 by preey,

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Post 75 by SDtaxi,

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Made a radiator guard that looks very 2011!

Post 76 by preey,

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Post 77 by BASH69,

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Its nearly back in 1 peice and starting to resemble SD!

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Post 78 by Stupid Luke,

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Called it several bad words, many times, over the last several hours....the cunt.

I started with this:

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and ended up giving up for the day, beer was calling me, at this point:

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Sticking a couple of new body panels on shouldnt be too hard even for a mechanical numpty like me......you may think

Post 79 by Stupid Luke,

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Here are just a few of the things that ruined my afternoon.

You may notice that the bike has moved from outside the garage, when black, into the garage, now it is half caste..... that is because it got dark whilst I was still dithering about

...And it rained On me Proving that it is God's will that I should never try to use tools.

Why? You may ask, the seat unit and side fairings are fitted ok.

Yes, but all I wanted to do was put the bloody, cunting headlight spoilers on. Evil fooking bastards that they are.

Started off ok, undo two bolts tip headlight assembly forward. Still in my comfort zone here.

Had to pull a few connectors off and get the Hids ballast and surplus wiring out. Starting to sweat a bit now as I never put this in and just know something will come adrift and I wont know where it belongs. Still it is hardly Danger UXB so I carry on.

Right hand side is connected by two screws, one is a tricky bastard to reach but I get there with one of those right angled screwdrivers and dont even drop the screw into the headlight assembly so I can spend an hour fishing for it with a magnet like I usually do.

Third connector is a little allen bolt that screws in from underneath into one of those spring clip fooking things that I can never line up. Guess what? I cant line it up On the seventh or seventieth try I ask God why KTM make bikes out of flimsy plastic and bits of non magnetic sprung metal.

(I know it is non magnetic as I have dropped it into the headlight cowl several times and tried to fish it out with a magnet the first time)

No answer from God so I leave that side and try my luck with the other side. This one has 3 screw securing it. One I can see, One I can barely glimpse behind two other screws holing some fuse box type thingy on that I will now have to remove at some point, when I am brave enough, probably late 2011.

The other screw is somewhere in the depths of the headlight assembly. I cant even see it. If I could, I couldnt reach it, you would have to be a gynaecologist (one with specially small hands think Anne Widdacombe's not Jordan's)

Then I get my answer from God, he pisses on me.
So I give up with those tricky bastards and race to slap the other panels on as it gets dark. Dont even have time to wash that EXC ol dirty bastard still the rain will make a start

I hate tinkering about with bikes. I am too old to have the blind optimism I used to start these projects with. Now I know my efforts are doomed as I remember my last failure and the ones before that

Will try again tomorrow...or alaldite the fookers on

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Post 94 by easze76,

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This is what I did to the SD yesterday:

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Post 96 by Paul S,

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Rode my SD for the first time in weeks and since fitting my slipper clutch, 40 tooth sprocket and 180 rear spring.

Suter works great, gearing feels spot on and rear end feels good (considering the cold temps) - happy days - roll on spring

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Post 100 by dougle,

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Fitted the lower engine r&g crash protector
Changed Oil and filters all ready for a little visit to mr klink one night for a tune ecu map

Oh and then a little ride around Epping forest

Post 101 by oafboy182,

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Removed air filter and TBs to tighten up a loose jubilee clip on a coolant hose that was leaking, oops, those things need to be really tight!

Also had an old battery on the optimate for a week to see if it would revive, no go, in the bin.

Post 102 by ktmguy,

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took my beat up SD to the dealer to get fixed. service manager is super cool and asked me what i wanted to do with it, total it or fix it. i told him i wanted it fixed since SD's aren't as easy to get around here, but i told him i would like the R tail section if i could and he said he would look into it and make it happen if he could. he's also going to put the lsl flat bars on for me.

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Post 104 by smokedu,

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+1 on that, be nice to get something good out of it.

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Post 106 by oafboy182,

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I hobbled out to the car park on the crutches and lifted the cover. I was just really going to go fit the new tax disc that had arrived in the post but once in view I ended up hanging about just wiping down bits with an oily rag and dreaming of the day I get this fooking cast off for good. It's been about seven weeks now and I have a date with the hospital on the 27th so I reckon that will be it and I can get a left hand boot on and ride a bike with gears again. (Been on my twist and go Yamaha the past month or so), Got my SDR triple clamps to fit so I will treat the SD to that before we both get back on the road if I get the chance.

Post 107 by nampus,

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i didn't get a bionic hand but i did get some metal in there. a plate and screws. i just hope i'm not out as long as bic.

Post 108 by gfunkmc,

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Took the license plate off yesterday, it's cracked so ordered a new one today.
Last saturday I got a standard exhaust, going to open it up, and take the cat and other restrictions out, when I've got the time.
And tonight I ordered a evotech tail tidy

Post 109 by samba,

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Image just powdercoated my exhausts and sub frame not a great pic I know but when this shite weather gets fooked il get her out in the daylight

Post 110 by loony888,

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never heard of anyone powdercoating an exhaust before! hope it doesn't melt

Post 111 by MADDOG53,

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i fit up my cox radiator guard and ordered the nichols kit......

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Post 117 by Stupid Luke,

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Finally back in 1 peice and ready to rock
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Roll on February and a couple of winter trackdays

Post 118 by duffman,

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Had some engine cut-out issues, so did the ol' BGC and while I was in there, I also took out the PCIII
Either the guys that mapped it, did so with track use in mind, or they are just plain incompetent, but on the street it rides better with the PCIII out

Post 119 by Crotchrockety,

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Added my Cox radiator guard.

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Post 121 by tripoddave,

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Added a pazzo clutch leaver and a gilles brake lever, new sprockets and fiberglassed my R1 seat.
Dumped the superduke battle bellypan in favour of a stock item in the hunt for more ground clearance.

Post 122 by fuel,

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Pretty easy to install, apart from the front SAS plate never want to see one again!!!!

Post 123 by Dutch,

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An excuse to repost pics of my Mojo bellypan.

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Sorry about the dirt. It's clean now.

Post 124 by KTMMAN,

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Took it for its first MOT today. Sailed through. Test centre was part of a big Honda dealership - looked at the homdas and wasn't too inspired. The new CBF1000 looks like a transformer and at least a bit different, but looking at teh SD it had character in spades. Not got any major plans till it gets drier (maybe some case covers/savers) - spun up twice on the way to the centre.

Post 125 by robinpeck,

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I purchased the rim sticker kit (which was a little bit of a hassle to put on, but not terrible), then I changed the oil (in my kitchen) and replaced the stock oil level tube with some nice RC nitro fuel line. I didn't realise how poor the design of the original tube was until I went to pull it off of the barbed fittings, and it cracked into 2 pieces! The RC fuel line is a much better choice, and then you can make 3 of them for $1.20

Now I just wait for spring.....

Post 126 by -JP-,

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I thought about it...

....its snowing.

Post 127 by PBRnr,

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Ordered crash protectors (both lower and upper), the SuperDuke R gel seat, an R&G tail tidy and a few more bits and pieces.

Next up: new Dunlop SportSmarts, Rizoma rearsets and folding brake/clutch levers methinks.

Post 128 by roamer,

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Dutch, is that a carbon parking permit holder or something on the front fender? Nice job holding whatever it is, in as little an eyesore as possible.

Post 129 by BASH69,

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Installed the Nichols top triple clamp, rear shock height adjuster and a KTM Hard Parts bar mount.
I dropped the forks down about 3/8" and took it for a test ride.
It slowed the turn in as expected, making the slow and tight turns a bit easier.
Then adjusted the rpm's where it switches fuel tables with TuneEcu to clean up the throttle.
Gotta love TuneEcu, it really makes tweaks easy.

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Post 131 by BLK07SD,

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I got y LSL bars from Germany today, just got to look for set of mirors and fit them

Post 132 by samba,

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Put a set of CF Yoshimuras' on .......LOUD. Draws waaaay too much attention! Will have to utilize the "Quiet Inserts".

Post 133 by MADDOG53,

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I installed Daisy's battery, finished off her new number plate assembly, and took the bitch for a ride!!!!


First time since late November....fook me it felt good! And she was flawless...what a gal!

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Post 135 by harvester,

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Just finished installing motobox kit ( 12.30a.m so i guess its "What have you done to your Superduke yesterday/today
Went fairly smooth due to the comprehensive install instructions. Thanks to all involved ,would have struggled without them.
Front SAS plate was harder to remove than replace , maybe i just fluked it
After reading numerous posts i ordered a set of tank brackets as well.Thought i,d give it a try just to see what all the fuss was about.
Put the rears in then checked the front.Perfectly in line ,bolt straight in ,job done ,30 seconds.
Did the install with a full tank of fuel(which i regretted at first )
But perhaps this stops the tank expansion issue.Maybe some SD riders need to MAN UP a bit more , and lift that heavy tank
Because of the time will have to wait til morning to sample the aural delights and the performance gains

Post 136 by chum,

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Maybe the fuel tanks deformed by the telescopic lever? (Mine is very strong)

Post 137 by ktmguy,

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Funny you should mention that as mine is not there had the bike since new
Will abuse the stealer today

Post 138 by Crotchrockety,

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took it in for its first MOT

PASSED !!

funny enough the guy who tested it raced LC4's

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Post 140 by fuel,

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Took it to the garage to get a few things sorted out under warranty before it runs out at the end of the month, exhuast heat shield, and the graphite seal on the exhuast, plus the big service, i'lll try and do all the servicing my self now the warranty is over.

Post 141 by drkwng,

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Got the Shorai battery in the post yesterday. DAMN this think weighs close to nothing!! 704 grams on my scale.

Post 142 by rob1botes,

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Well yesterday I got it out of its storage place in the garage and put the Cox rad guard on along with some decals. Over the winter I fitted the MotoAirBox and the other items he sells in the kit. Also have a pc3, sprocket and reverse shifter to fit. Going to be a different bike from last year...Im excited, now it needs to dry out on the roads.
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Post 143 by -JP-,

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Hooked up a pigtail connection for the battery tender. Ran it from the starter relay as some others here on the forum have done (thanks for the 'how to' guys).

Got some Akras that need to go on too...they sure look the business & from what I've heard have a great sound to them......& then waiting patiently for the warmer weather. Will hopefully be playing in the dirt with the 300 in the next two weeks....roll on summer....whooohoooo!!!!!

oh yeah...anybody need a rear stand (can be used as a front too)?....I have a new one with adapters in the classifieds & no takers....c'mon guys, help me out!!!!.....cheers

Rob

Post 144 by loony888,

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Got a fair few carbon details. Bike's looking up. Not done yet though.

Post 145 by BASH69,

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i got my mask assembled and fitted up, now i'm trying to assemble the top clamp and bars, can anyone tell me a part number or where to get the handlebar clamps that are anodised black?
cheers,
paul.

Post 146 by MrZ32,

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Upped the rev limit to 9900rpm (thanks TuneECU ) and dropped my forks down in the triples so they are flush with the clamps

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Post 150 by SDRmaniac,

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Well not quite today but very recently, I've put on a evotech tail tidy. Like everyone say's it looks tons quicker, funny how it seems to look better on your own bike rather than someone else's. Anyway I struggled to mount the stock bicep builder without half dismantling the said tailtidy, but got in on and a happy job done.ImageImage

Post 151 by Erwin8r,

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Had some polishing action on the headers with Belgom and a rag. Mounted the headers, took the Akras out of the wintersleep box gave em a good clean and mounted em on to the bike.
Cleaned the chain and relubed it (it had some rust on it). Took the battery out and hooked it up on the charger since the starter only had power to turn the engine around 2 strokes.

Tommorow im gonna finish the Duke up with some cleaning and im gonna call my insurance agent to tell him that he's getting money from me again. (a TuneECU cable is on my list aswell)

Can't wait to hit the road with the Black beast.

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Post 153 by nampus,

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I guess its only good for when you are not riding, right? Or does it have the same sticky properties as normal chainlube? I don't want ACF-50 splattered all over my Duke.

Post 154 by jambox,

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Post 155 by nampus,

#155
I have made raplacement from old speedo 06 to new 11 R speedo(all works except led for alarm is all the time ON) and today I hope I'll get new holder from guy with CNC for my new DUKE 3 mask............

Greetings from Slovenija

Post 156 by Anata,

#156
Finally had time to finish installing the evotech tail tidy
No numberplate yet, don't have proper bolts, but will sort that out asap.
I've spraypainted the spacers behind the numberplate light matt black.
Fitting was a little bit more work than I expected, but the result is everything I hoped for.
Some cellphone pics:
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Nampus

Post 157 by MADDOG53,

#157
^^^^^^
You've got a tail tidy, but still got a heavy ass.......

Post 158 by scooboo81,

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Post 159 by rob1botes,

#159
Gave my chain and sprox a proper good seeing to. Looks like they'll do for a few months more at max.

Post 160 by Crotchrockety,

#160
After having been in contact with a carbon part manufacturer about making some SD parts, my first aquisition has arrived,, heel plates patterened after the stock "plastic " bit's,,, very good quality and they fit right up, nice thick carbon,very pleased , now thinking of other bit's to send him,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and for FREE I can't go wrong ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Post 161 by loony888,

#161
Did a good 200 miles on some of Scotland's best roads....brilliant ride, apart from losing the front end twice on gravel/ grit.....did'nt go down though which is the main thing.....someone must have been watching over me!!lol

Post 162 by RED ZX,

#162
Yesterday I gave the bike another clean/wipe down. It was looking a little dusty and I still had a bit of road grime on the wheels. Looks much better now.
Also took the standard mirrors off, just to see how she looks, much better, time to order another set of bar-end mirrors.

Post 163 by MADDOG53,

#163
Ive had to park my SD between two couches because of the Earthquakes weve been having! Something soft either side to fall on ha ha knowing my luck the fekn roof will cave in!

Post 164 by rob1botes,

#164
Fitted new front tyre and front wheel bearings yesterday, new tax and m.o.t today.Came hom from offshore on monday went to tax bike online ,oop's no valid mot had run out on september glad av never been stopped,I thought i mot'd in september!! pity they dont send u a reminder like u get with tax and insurance. and car clutch packed in on way hom from getting bike tyre fitted. Expensive month coming up At least the weather is getting better

Post 165 by MADDOG53,

#165
Weather getting better here as well,installed me new carbon heel plates with some loctite to the threads,, ran bike to listen to the Yoshi's, whooohoo set my neighbors car alarm off when I went by ,, still too much snow and salt,sand around but it's in the 50's , looking up fer sure,,,,,,,,,

Post 166 by nampus,

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Post 167 by Crotchrockety,

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Post 168 by emuexport,

#168
Well, not today, but yesterday I changed the oil and filter, cleaned the two oil screens. It was my first time, but thanks to jehadjoe's topic and the pretty good instructions in the manual it was quite easy to do. Just a lot more work than I was used to with my previous bike. With my honda it was a 5minute job. With the sd it took a little longer

Post 169 by harvester,

#169
DROPPED IT

not as bad as you might think, but was putting it on the rear paddock stand, thought i wont ask the missis to standby just incase, as i was taking the o2 eliminators off, and yeah as i went to lift it, it toppled, what a T"!£

only damage was scuff to the plastic r&g handle bar, and a slight scuff to the lower r&g (not to noticable) and the brake ASV lever on the end got scratched, moral of the story make sure you have someone standing by or by a Abba stand, and R&G crash protectors are FTW !!!

Post 170 by emuexport,

#170
Washed the mud off.

Post 171 by rob1botes,

#171
Done a fair bit this long weekend.

Added extended chain guard which is a bit ghetto but should do the trick with reducing overspray.

finally got my pillion seat cover from germany last week it took 3 months to get here I'm guessing it came on a ship. Came unpainted so needed a bit of a spray.

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Now to just fit my levers!

Post 172 by SimG,

#172
What a big license plate

Post 173 by nampus,

#173
Yeah they are basically the same size as a car one over here!

Post 174 by MrZ32,

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Post 175 by browser,

#175
New bellypan fitted!!!
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Post 176 by RED ZX,

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Post 177 by browser,

#177
how did you get in contact with the belly pan guys?

I couldnt get the right code to send via their website... I would really like one of these.

Post 178 by Erwin8r,

#178
i havent done anything today except for ordering a motoholligan box, sas plates and flies. Now i sit and wait for delivery to Australia.

Post 179 by MADDOG53,

#179
I picked up my 3 new tyres from the post office. So cheap to get the from the US, even after postage and fitting, I will be saving around $150 a set. Postage only took 6 days!

Post 180 by -JP-,

#180
Who did you get the tyres through ??

Post 181 by nampus,

#181
Well, not today either but I mounted up a set of cut slicks... A bit tall, though, at 195/65 rear, so I need to re-gear. An excuse for a new chain and sprocket kit! I am still trying to decide. I love the Akra's, but I cannot justify spending $1750 on slip ons(!?!?!!). It's between FMF's and Yoshi's. Having a tough time deciding.

Those with Yosh, do the round/oval cans look out of place on our angular bikes?!?!

And I'll probably do the motoHooligan box/block offs and butterflies soon, too.

Post 182 by SimG,

#182
Me Yoshi's IMO are awesome they sound great W/O baffles ,,,,for the price you can't go wrong,,,,,,,,,,made in the USA,,,,,my second choice were the MIVV"s

Post 183 by Paddy Field,

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Post 184 by SimG,

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Post 185 by jambox,

#185
I rode mine, for the first time this year.

Post 186 by matt_black,

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Post 187 by RED ZX,

#187
Dropped it off at the shop to have the 9k mile service done. It bothers me a little that is is not at home in the garage....

Post 188 by loony888,

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Post 189 by RED ZX,

#189
30 bucks to fit and balance each tyre?!!!!!!
surely not?

Post 190 by RED ZX,

#190
I have not bought the tyres through them, and that is ride in and ride out. Much better than some other dealers/shops around here. Granted if I bought the tyres through them it would be free fitting and balancing, but doing it this way I am still saving an easy $100 per set.

Post 191 by loony888,

#191
Even if I only ordered 1 rear tyre at a time (shipping is less with bulk orders), I would still be only paying around $190-225 per rear tyre all fitted up, where as those tyres normally go for around $280-$350 locally.

Post 192 by browser,

#192
ride in ride out isn't so bad i guess, who are you using by the way?

paul

Post 193 by RED ZX,

#193
yes im going to put an order in soon myself for the rosso corsas, cheap cheap, i fit the tyres myself for free at local shop and i balance them myself, ill buy my own tyre changing machine soon and static balancer as well

Post 194 by emuexport,

#194
Just using Pro Griffin in Kunda Park. I bought my SDR through them.

Post 195 by rob1botes,

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Post 196 by duffman,

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Post 197 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 198 by MrZ32,

#198
I can tell you what I didn't do today that I had planned. And I've gained a head of grey hair as a result. Didn't get new tyres fitted. 7,500kays including ten track days on these now slick as sh?t Dragon Super Corsa Pro's. They've have done me well but mate, talk about being on the edge of adhesion.... It rained heavily today and the road home in traffic was greasey. I don't honestly think I got a bit of grip all the way home. Right, time to get me some Diablo Rossa Corsa's fitted. I can't go thru those stress levels again.

Post 199 by Bert,

#199
where do we get those sweet belly pans?

oh and today i booked the bike in for a service at MPE... rebuilding the forks, shock, steering dampener, new slightly heavier springs (finally getting back to being fighting fit), valves done accordingly, replacing head bearing and swing arm bushes...

BTW does anyone know the spring rate for the 06 models front and rear?

and red, thanks for that site... i will be buying plenty of things from there... especially a couple of sets of tyres

Post 200 by MrZ32,

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Post 201 by fuel,

#201
thanks bert

and the spring rates for an 06?

Post 202 by drkwng,

#202
.90 for the fork, 160 for the shock you want for an 06 right? How much do you weigh? I have a set of .90 springs I had removed from my thing if you want them.

Post 203 by ktmguy,

#203
Fitted new chain and sprockets yesterday and had to fit another set of front wheel bearings today after new 1s I fitted on friday collapsed!! last night. bad bearing? who knows fixed now tho! Not been a good week ,car in for mot needed 4 tyres, brake pads on back, bnew brak line, and clutch has packed in. I own a old crv windscrren got smashed 2day on way 2 pick up new bearings, only 3rd party insurance, £200 for new windscreen!! car going 2 cost over £1000 for mot & clutch replacment, and with road tax, front tyre, 2 sets of wheel bearings mot for bike av spent a fortune on motors this week!!! ah well rant over bike going great gonna b a granda again in about 2weeks lifes no that bad

Post 204 by RED ZX,

#204
Just balanced my throttle bodys, which as I now have a Motobox and Tune ecu took all of 5 min!

Post 205 by MrZ32,

#205
red you tyre slut you.lol I love my q2s... Have a lot of confidence in them... Not the fastest tip in but you can rely on them... Heck i can push these into a corner on the road... They let u know what's happening. And they wear ok

Post 206 by RED ZX,

#206
I have not tried Avon or Metzler yet, not on any of my bikes anyway.
I have run most recent variations of Michelin, Continentals, do not trust bridgestone anymore, too many bad tyres there, and have only tried 1 set of Dunlops previously (Roadsmarts, was not impressed to say the least). And of course the Pirelli that came with the SDR. Rode on a Shinko rear once, was quite impressed really for the $$.

Best all round tyre that I have used to date is the Pilot Road 2.
Stickiest tyre so far is the Pirelli,
Best compromise between grip and life so far have been power pures.

Life is boring if you don't try new things, you never know what you might be missing.

Post 207 by loony888,

#207
i just installed black CRG levers and a rizoma number plate kit, levers = 5 mins. rizoma kit 2 hours!

Post 208 by duffman,

#208
ordered an abba stand, since the bike is nearly out of warranty so I'll be starting to the tinkering on it myself.

Post 209 by KTMnewbie,

#209
wreaked one of my tank spoilers couple of weeks ago and could not get replacement grey one for less than £155 plus vat

So being a cheap skate thought I would just get any colour one cheap hmmmmm!

it arrived last week and looked awful so ching bright idea, why not just have all the panels painted and update it a bit

Panels back from bodyshop today in a nice bright white, put back on bike and must admit i am liking it.

So much so just order a set of yoshi carbon cans to go with the new look.

So one panel at £155 has no become £600 oh well it only money.


The panels are all now plain white and need stickers?
er indoors is liking the KTM chequered graphic kit (not 100% me though, think it might be a bit wannabe racer)
so choice is keep it sensible and get the 2009 white colour scheme original graphics or the SuperdukeR white scheme graphics

or take the plung and go with the chequered scheme. little more pondering me thinks
cheers

Post 210 by nampus,

#210
Please don't go for the chequered flag thing. Just do the original white graphics, looks much better! (but it's all a matter of taste of course)

Today I got a text from the local dealer that the parts I ordered where in. Fitted them this evening:
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No more mirror mounts, because of this:
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I like it

Post 211 by BASH69,

#211
Seeing as i fell outta bed far too late to go to Rockingham Raceway I actually cleaned it, 1st time since September 2010 when it went off roading at Rockingham Looks so much better without a layer of mud on it

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Post 212 by fuel,

#212
Looking better than the last time I saw it.

I like those flat bars Stew, where did you get them?

Post 213 by BASH69,

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Post 214 by SimG,

#214
Dyno run, with a bit of playing around it ended up with just short of 120bhp
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Post 215 by Mr Moose,

#215
I actually rode my SD both days of the weekend............ yeeeeee haaaa she felt good....and naughty and on sunday I washed the bloody road salt off, sat down and watched the moto gp with Beeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrr ..... BURP.......... pardon me

Post 216 by oafboy182,

#216
My number plate support turned up today, ordered my new number plate, going to order the indicators tomorrow am

Post 217 by browser,

#217
I went and bent both wheels in a New York pothole. Front so bad that the inside rib is showing stress. I've sent the wheels for repair - lets see what this is going to cost. And to think that there was a set of wheels I passed on a few weeks ago on eBay - grrr - I've also decided to go with the Pirellis as my next tyre. I just hope i get the wheels back before my California Superbike school dates in May !!!!

Post 218 by scooboo81,

#218
that must have been one massive pothole. sounds worse than our cali potholes. $189 to register the bike last year and none of that goes towards fixing the roads. gotta love it.

Post 219 by MADDOG53,

#219
I rode mine yesterday as well and put on my fresh from Hong Kong US$50.00 adjustable levers. Hate to say it but they feel and look as nice as the Pazzo's I had on my Ducati which cost me nearly 200 bucks -

I chose a shorty for the brake and a standard for the clutch - went on easily, look dynamite and work great -

I'll take a picture tomorrow and place it on the site -

Next is to figure out why my 690 SM is stalling regardless of whether the inserts are in the pipe or not - All the proper tuning has been done yet it
stalls without warning - other than that it runs great and strong

Steve

Post 220 by Willh,

#220
well today she got the moto holligan pack, (air filter, butterflies, bolck ofrf plates) fitter a get seat (SDR) and fitted a radiator gaurd, also gave it a good clean, glad it decided to rain all day today ir other wise it would have just been getting riden all day.

Now i just gotta get a new map for all the goodies fitted.

Post 221 by bic_bicknell,

#221
I've swore alot at it today...rounded the butterfly screw as I tried to swap them out whilst fitting my motobox......bloody nightmare....everything else was great, even the front sas plate was'nt too bad!!Ended up leaving the original flys in.....which is a shame....but the old screws were solid!!
Still....Im happy with the end result!! sound amazing....custom map coming by the weekend!!

Post 222 by BASH69,

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Post 223 by Bert,

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Post 224 by ducknose,

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Post 225 by MADDOG53,

#225
Ha ha, those disney birds!! I missed mine when they flew for a while - but then agreed it was better without them.

Ash - your bike looks great! Goon one mate.

Post 226 by -JP-,

#226
Had some whisky.
Fitted crash protectors, upper and lower, from R&G.
Fitted TechSpec Snakeskin.
Had some whisky.
Fitted carbon protection made by KTM Powerparts. Fit wasn't great. Swore a bit.
Fitted KTM Powerparts seat. Fit good. Swore less.
Had some whisky.
Fitted R&G tail tidy. Realised there was no way in hell my old plate would fit.
Ordered new plate. Swore a bit.
Did some other stuff as well, decals and whatnot, but those were the major parts anyway.
Now I'm going to have some whisky.

Post 227 by oafboy182,

#227
put the axle sliders on and went through all the spare parts i got with the bike. found some stuff i dont need and will be selling. anyone need some stock SDR rear sets?

Oh yeah, then had some Captain and Seven up. Yummy

Post 228 by RED ZX,

#228
Took it out for my first decent ride since I came off my Suzuki 7 weeks ago.
Love the SDR, absolutely nailed this one corner, made me feel like a god on wheels. Just perfect entry/speed/angle, then exit on 1 wheel. Bliss

I want to get some frame protection soon though.

Post 229 by scooboo81,

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Post 230 by MrZ32,

#230
After fitting the motohooligan box, removing the secondry air system and fitting some nice carbon FMF Apex exhausts....I took her to the dyno shop today, PC 3 fitted and advanced custom map.....now putting out 121BHP AND 75 ft/lb torque.....up 8 and 1 respectively......well chuffed.....sooooo much smoother now!!

Post 231 by -JP-,

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Post 232 by scooboo81,

#232
yes please on the map

Post 233 by harvester,

#233
I'm so unhappy with the carbon protections and the way they looked on the bike - I thought they completely fooked up the lines of the bike. On a bike that, at least to me, looks like a Stealth Fighter, all those nice, sharp lines, they simply didn't work. For me, on a black SDR, anyway.

So, instead I've just placed an order for a Rizoma clutch cover, a Rizoma left side engine cover and a Rizoma front sprocket cover.

This is going to be one perfect SDR.

Post 234 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 235 by scooboo81,

#235
Installed the "R" tank protector, checked the TPS voltages (seems to be OK, 3,77 V full opened) and uploaded Klinck's map into the ECU. What a difference

Post 237 by scooboo81,

#237
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Here is my dyno chart from yesterday - 2008 SD, MOTOBOX, GANG SENSOR REMOVED, SAS REMOVED,FMF APEX'S,PC3 CUSTOM ADVANCED MAP
Sorry about the small print......power was 113bhp..now 121bhp......torque was 74ft/lb....now 75ft/lb.
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Post 238 by CEREC1,

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Post 239 by scooboo81,

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Post 240 by MrZ32,

#240
How many Dyno runs did it take to get this result? Seems a lot of guys say forget a PC 111 and go with TuneECU. What do you reckon? I Dyno'd an R1 an few years ago and the rear tyre was knackered after the runs.

Post 241 by ktmguy,

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Post 242 by harvester,

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Post 243 by ktmguy,

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Post 244 by harvester,

#244
What am I doing.. Waiting for my driving license to be valid until 15. april.. The police took it away for 4 months because of speeding (108 km/h in town - 50km/h restricted - police officers stopped me) + 130.000 HUF = 680 USD penalty.
I would like to test Klinck's map soo much

Post 245 by emuexport,

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Post 246 by samba,

#246
The place was the end of the town with very wide 4-lane road.. Without kids, only cars..
My car license stayed with me luckily (took it for 1 moth)

Post 247 by mrduke,

#247
Gave her a wash after letting the grime build up after at least 6 months.

Post 248 by Twisted Jester,

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Post 249 by MADDOG53,

#249
Wish I could do that,,, not wash the bike as it is absolutly spotless,,,,, but stand outside like you TJ, in a fricken tee shirt it was like 34F here today,,,,,

Post 250 by Twisted Jester,

#250
One of the first few sunny days we've had this year, hopefully you've not got long to wait, it was cold here too only a couple of weeks ago

Post 251 by BASH69,

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Post 253 by MADDOG53,

#253
Well its not so much what I did to it today ,,still waitin on the foul weather to leave and be memory,so I put some die cut's on my three lid's,, orange on black looks good,,, but I did hear from Aaron and he's shippin me moto-box , fly's, and clutch cover out as well as a pre-filter, in orange I might add,, then the mail arrived,, black Oberon slave is here as well as a pair of KTM duel compound grip's,waitin on the bars now,, new job with a ton of OT, times short,, what to do with this extra cash

Post 254 by trackday junkie,

#254
I picked up the forks at the suspension shop.
My 08 SDR's forks came new with no usable rebound adjustment. He had 'em close last season. Now I just need to get a bit more feed back.
( Did anyone back it up and watch Rossi save the front on the duck while he was trying to regain the position he'd just given up to Spies' at Lorsail.)
Front end tucked under big time and he and the traction control never lifted.
If he can't get the Duck sorted they might just as well quit moto gp , and go back to Worldsuperduck. ( where if there isn't someone riding a Ducati on the podium we will change the rules to rectifie our mistake!)

Post 255 by browser,

#255
what have i dont today? nothing, but i did look at it.

Post 256 by samba,

#256
plugged in tuneECU..... woop woop

Post 257 by drkwng,

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Post 258 by drkwng,

#258
Ahhh... Bike runs so much better now.

Post 259 by RED ZX,

#259
Just booked in for a new rear tyre to be fitted on Wed, probably get them to do an oil and filter change too while they are there, only like $30 + materials, and I CNBF right now to bother myself.

Post 260 by duffman,

#260
ordered a motobox, the long wait starts now

Post 261 by -JP-,

#261
Fitted the Rizoma articles listed above. The fit was so much better than OEM KTM parts it's almost laughable.

Post 262 by Twisted Jester,

#262
I almost got caught by the mrs working on my bike when I was supposed to be working

I'd said I'd go to the supermarket if I wasn't busy.

She went off with the kids to a local soft play and so after the ups man eventually turned up to collect a parcel, I legged it out into the back garden and got the bikes out the shed to try out the latest downgraded driver for TuneECU, didn't solve my issue so I checked the time and figured I had plenty of time to finally get round to fitting my cnc triple clamp.

Was all going pretty well, I dropped the headlight mask down and then unbolted the bars and rested them on the mask.

I then set about the top triple, unbolting the lower handlebar clamp from it and removing the steering head bolt before undoing the 3 main bolts, unfortnately there wasn't enough clearance to get it past the steering damper so I had to remove this as well, this was to be my downfall.

Once slid off the top of the fork legs I unscrewed the switch part of the ignition from the main barrel and so now it was free from the bike and so I took it over to my shed, the ignition barrel is fitted with anti tamper bolts so I cut a big slot in both of them with my dremel and shoved a large flat screwdriver in there and they came out nice and simple, needed a fair amount of pressure to get em out though.

Bolted it back on to the new triple and rescrewed the switch back on to it and slid it over the forks but the head tube seemed to be about a mm out for it to slide over, I'd already checked the part number on it when I bought it to ensure it was the 06 version so I figured the forks had just flexed a little with the top triple removed, a little bit of pressure and a wiggle and it went on ok.

Unfortunately the only socket I had to fit the steering head nut was a 1/2 inch drive and my torque wrench is a 3/8th drive as I imagine most would be that go as low as 12nm, so I had a practice on one of the other nuts to try and feel what 12nm felt like, I then loosened it off again and did the steering head nut by feel, I doubt I'll actually ride it anyway before I get an appropriate socket for my torque wrench so it's only temporary, once that was pinched down to my approximation of 12nm I tightened the 3 main bolts.

I decided to bolt the risers in the most forward position available, so risers in the front holes and rotated so the offset is towards the front too.

Lined up my bars in the new style clamps for centre and tilt and have a sit on the bike, should be interesting to try em out, definitely further foward than before and with the flat bars on already it could well be a very nice position for track work but the proof will be in the pudding, got 3 other positions coming backwards to try if I don't like this one.

So I'm pretty happy with myself except now it is the time to refit the steering damper, which means refitting the bloody tank bolt.

Now on my original tank, I didnt have any problems once I removed the hydraulic ram but this spare one I bought is an utter fooking bastard a good 5mm or so out of line, after trying to unsuccessfully get it in the front by pulling on the tank I end up getting it on by undoing the rear bolts and getting the bolt started at the front and basically forcing the rear bolts into the rubber bushes on the rear mounts so the inside edge will mishape until the pin gets pushed back into the centre but the rubbers aren't really happy about it and I think one of the mounts has bent in slightly under the pressure of trying to mishape the side of the bush, not too worried about that though I have another set on my original tank and will probably just grab a set of MH tank brackets next time I or somebody I know orders something from him, or then I'll just have a go at modifying mine myself.

I'm really cutting it fine and I haven't been to the supermarket or anything so I frantically pack my bikes back in the shed and clear up my tools for the mrs to arrive home just as I'm finishing washing my hands in the loo, sorry love I didn't get time to go to the supermarket (or get any pictures to go with this thread )

Post 263 by Razy,

#263
Well today i picked up my headers and Y pipe from the painters.

fitted them and also my CF seat cowl.

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All there's left to do now is put my front callipers back together fit them.
Also got to fit my stealth 40T rear sprocket and new chain then MOT!!

Post 264 by jambox,

#264
Your steed is looking pretty sweet with the headers like that Razy

Post 265 by loony888,

#265
yeah real nice! will the paint handle the heat ok?

Post 266 by loony888,

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Post 267 by samba,

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Post 268 by Razy,

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Post 269 by Colonel_Klinck,

#269
is it ceramic coating or paint? I'd be amazed if paint could take the heat in the first foot of the headers leaving the cylinders tbh. Ceramic coating however will not be a problem.

Post 270 by Razy,

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Post 271 by MrZ32,

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Post 272 by Razy,

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Post 273 by MrZ32,

#273
well it looks very tidy mate... nice mods

Post 274 by -JP-,

#274
Pics of the latest Rizoma pieces..

Post 275 by matt_black,

#275
Just ordered my LSL XD2s and ASV shorty levers. Should be here in a week.

By the way, very nice bits, JP.

Dammit! I thought I was almost done spending mod money....

Post 276 by -JP-,

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Post 278 by Crotchrockety,

#278
Nothing i had to get rid of it last year bloody recession, if i register myself as a bank will the government bail me out every time i get in the s--t ?

Post 279 by matt_black,

#279
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Post 280 by No. 47,

#280
Not today, but yesterday....rode in to work. Got off early(while it was still light out), so I decided to take the scenic route home.

I went through Little Tujunga Canyon. GREAT road, and noone in front of me the whole 20 miles through. Awesome. Anyone in SoCal that hasn't ridden this road, make a ride of it. The SD was made for roads like this...tight sweepers, long fast sweepers, a couple good straights, etc. Just plain fun.

Then I took her home & gave her a good bath. I fookin love this bike.

Post 281 by cjc,

#281
Spent two hours failing to cure fuel tank vacuum/fuel loss through front lh vent/drain - no kinks to either vent/drain hoses, blew tank cap and both vents/drains through with compressed air, removed tank cap rubber and cap 'bung' to rear rh vent/drain etc, etc all as previous posts and still not solved - only had this problem since I laid the bike on it's side last weekend to avoid draining oil to replace clutch pushrod/check Sigma clutch - time to reread Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance...............

Post 282 by No. 47,

#282
It's peeing fuel? Mine used to do that all the time, especially in the heat. I took some rubber parts out of the cap and now it doesn't pee (although it probably would through the cap if I crashed). If that's the problem I can send some details about what I did.

Post 283 by tripoddave,

#283
Saw your post, did that but no joy.

Post 284 by oafboy182,

#284
Painted my R1 based bikini fairing and tail piece Ford Electric Orange.

Post 285 by samba,

#285
Bought a new battery. $100. Got stranded on my way to meet friends for a ride yesterday. My friend had to come get me with his truck so none of us got to ride. Tomorrow I will install along with the battery tender my friend gave me.
If you buy a new but sitting around bike make sure you have the dealer put a new battery in it. The lady at the battery place I go to said they are only good for about 6 months without being used.

Post 286 by One67,

#286
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Post 287 by Razy,

#287
Look what I got today
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Just waiting for my Motobox now, I ordered it the same night as the pipes so should be soon

Post 288 by One67,

#288
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Post 289 by One67,

#289
Yes, It's a nice drop on a hot day (or anytime really)

Post 290 by shadowman,

#290
Having been out and enjoying my bike to the full whilst the wife is in Sydney. No "how long have you been" or shit, and I cleaned her up nicely for her service on Friday. I think if you present your bike clean and sparkly, the grease monkey might take a bit more care

Post 291 by etuna,

#291
Put the battery on charge after finding it was only charging at 12.32 while running. I'm hoping it's the rect/reg so it'll be a warranty job, trouble is it'll take a fortnight for my local stealer! So....back to house decorating, ho hum.

Post 292 by etuna,

#292
Got the Motobox and sas plates this afternoon , so keen to test it out.

Post 293 by etuna,

#293
New set of Rosso Corsa's
Restored battery and oil to full health
MOT, Tax (soon)
It's ready for a four day thrash round Wales on some of the best roads this country has to offer in the company of a few biking mates in about a weeks time.

Will feed back on the DRC performance after the trip.

Post 294 by etuna,

#294
I do like those yoshis I do I do. How muchos?

Post 295 by -JP-,

#295
I do like those yoshis I do I do. How muchos?

Post 296 by One67,

#296
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Post 297 by rob1botes,

#297
Finally got round to spending some quality time in the garage with my SD. Fitted & wired up the smoked LED tailight (actually turned out a breeze to fit...but I gotta confess, changing the slip-ons at the same time was great help....I could lower the duckbill & getting to those bastard bolts on the tailight was a piece of cake), the Akra slip-ons & got the power outlet for the gps all wired up & mounted. Will try to get some pics up tomorrow. Man those Akras sound friggin awesome!!!...can't wait to test them out.....rain, rain & more rain looks like the next clear day will only be next week some time.
And damn!!!! does the stock muffler system way a ton!!!!....I thought you guys that had replaced them before were taking the piss a bit...That set-up could anchor any small boat no problem.

l8r guys.....cheers Rob

Post 298 by Jody,

#298
I actually got to see it today !!!

Having spent the last 4 month in the Alps I returned late last night, first thing this morning I went over to the workshop to see how the SD had held up to winter hibernation.

Looks OK couple of fastners looking a bit crappy but other than that OK. Spent ages trying to find the key, eventually turned up in the tool box ! However I can't find the battery !!!!

Will have a look at home later.

Post 299 by BASH69,

#299
rode it again after weeks not, due to slipping a disc the last time i went for a ride on it and could not get off when i got home

oh and tried out the new go pro handle bar mount

Post 300 by MrZ32,

#300
Finally fitted the HM Quickshifter (no thanks to HM for pissing around sending a left hand grub screw )

Also junked the secondary flys and put Klinks mapping in with TuneECU.

Now i just need a test ride to see how it all goes/works

Post 301 by BASH69,

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Post 302 by MrZ32,

#302
They charged me for it, then told me theyd sent it, then resent it when it didnt turn up, then when it did it wasnt even a grub screw, just a left handed thread off cut

Il be emailing to ask for my fookin £5 back! (and no, im not a tight arse, but i aint payin a fiver for an off cut which i could have knocked together).

On another note, the KTM specific loom that came with the quickshifter, were your wire to plug connections hanging out of the plastic connection plugs? I had to push them all in myself and seat the small rubber waterproof sealers into the holes properly. Ive spoke the Fuel about this and his was the same and hes had 1 loom fail because of it

Post 303 by oafboy182,

#303
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Post 304 by fuel,

#304
coolant passages cleaned
warning - pictures are from my phone - iffy quality

per the recommendations of the collective ADVrider (lots of KTM9xx riders) I went and cleaned the coolant passages today. This is what greeted me when I pulled off the water pump cover.
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And the inside of the cover looked no better

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What drained out, before any clean water was applied

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Cleaning as per recommendations

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I wish I had done this sooner as KTM seems to have forgotten. For those that just picked up their new toys, Steverino and Turbo, this might prolong the life of your water pump shaft / seals.

Just hoping that the seals can hang on for the season.....

Post 305 by BASH69,

#305
What the heck is that crap. I'm glad the previous owner of my bike flushed the cooling system.

Post 306 by Keo,

#306
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Post 307 by rocketchick,

#307
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Post 308 by Jody,

#308
Friday I fitted my CRG lanesplitter bar end mirrors and CRG levers and today I finally tackled the SAS system and got rid of all that crap. Not as bad as I've read getting to the front cylinder (loosening the oil tank/radiator helps a lot). Sorry I have a picture of the levers/mirrors but not one with the SAS removed. I've had the bike about 18 months now and only just started modding in the last month or so. Why did I wait so long!?

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Post 309 by jambox,

#309
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Post 310 by rocketchick,

#310
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Post 311 by jambox,

#311
After the winter doldrums It's finally ready, for now.

BST Carbon Wheels
Mivv Exhaust
Carbon Fiber Air Box Mod with 2ND Flies
P&P Rearsets
Rizoma Bar End Mirrors
Aceribis Hand Guards
MH Tank Brackets (What a relief)

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Post 312 by speedmotorrad,

#312
Refitted the battery (twat of a job) fired it up after 4 months sat on the garage, rode it round the carpark and put it away again.


Will be taking it back to the UK next week, must get some insurance sorted so I can ride it at least once before Cadwell !

Post 313 by rocketchick,

#313
Washed and polished it.. Shame I am on duty

All ready for the rizoma footpegs and brembo sc pads this week

Post 314 by jambox,

#314
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Post 315 by rocketchick,

#315
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Post 316 by speedmotorrad,

#316
LOL your alright... No what's new with your superduke?

Post 317 by rocketchick,

#317
A few goodies just arrived this afternoon...

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Post 318 by speedmotorrad,

#318
It's like Christmas, love superduke goodies!!!

Post 319 by loony888,

#319
Tank bag is really nice, like how the bag and base zip together so the base can stay on the bike, has a hole for the gas flap. Not sure how much the touring windscreen will help deflect wind, but it was cheap and doesn't look out of place on the bike. Also got an oil filter cover, bar ends and swing arm covers. Brake and clutch reservoir covers are on backorder, along with the R&G rear axle sliders.

Post 320 by oafboy182,

#320
nice bling!
let us know how the touring screen works out?

all i've done in three weeks is mount the rear tyre and rear brake rotor

Post 321 by samba,

#321
Installed the radiator guard that came with the bike. I'm going to have our artist at work make a "R" stencil for me so I can paint it onto the guard, orange or course. Give it a little color. Was going to do that first then install but I was bored and wanted to tinker with the bike.
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Post 322 by robinpeck,

#322
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Post 323 by etuna,

#323
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Post 324 by fuel,

#324
I finally got around to changing the sparkplugs...its the 2nd set...this one now after about another 20,000 k on the engine, I thought it was time.......used my ground-to-fit socket....it worked well...but the access...what a pain....I could not believe what I had to remove in order to get easy access to the heads...I had to remove basically everything that sits on top of the motor...and reinstalling it all was an even bigger pain...Next time, I've got to find a different approach to that front cylinder, one that doesn't involve removing so much..then I rebuilt the fuel pump ...the filters were filthy...the two jobs plus a bit of very minor maintenance took me all afternoon...but it was raining anyway...

Post 325 by BASH69,

#325
this arrived

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Post 326 by rob1botes,

#326
Ermm nothing, cause its on a pallet on its way to Jerez



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Post 327 by Twisted Jester,

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Post 328 by jambox,

#328
Just got back from taking her out for a nice 40 mile loop after installing the Akras....the rain has been crazy the last couple days on the East coast. The revs seem to pick up a lot quicker & does she purrrr...wow...they sound awesome!!! & I love the rumble & crackle when you get off the throttle. Was gonna disable the SAS (probably still will) but for now I'm kinda loving the snack, crackle, pop.

Post 329 by robinpeck,

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Post 330 by MADDOG53,

#330
Off to pick it up from my dads workshop where it has been stored over winter. Only seen it once since October .

Post 331 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 332 by whufc0,

#332
More like "what I have to do" or install,,,,moto-box,,SAS,,, moto's awesome clutch cover,, Oberon slave,,, LSL dragbars,,,,and another e-bay winning bid of a carbon rear fender, new 125 bucks and a set of black Pro-Bolt's for the motor,,,,,,,,but ,,,I have to work tomorrow,,,,,,,

Post 333 by samba,

#333
Fitted Titanium Full Evo system today. Easiest thing in the world to fit, they really are. Also oil and plugs change and uploaded new map to ECU. Bike seems to rev faster with new headers. The map may have a couple of flat spots but that should all be fixed with some more dyno time. Very happy chappy

Post 334 by jambox,

#334
Pics Klink

Post 335 by soarsore,

#335
sold my SDR tail..... a truly sad day


did take the missus out for a razz on the back of my new 2-seater SD though

Post 336 by Bert,

#336
Installed the Motohooligan clutch cover yesterday evening.
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Post 337 by Jody,

#337
Not today but yesterday.....

loaded it in the van ready for it's return to UK, just need to sort some insurance now !

Post 338 by indy84,

#338
Changed the parker bulb to a red one, on the 06 you have the light selector so you can have the parker on

The things you do when your bored...

Post 339 by Willh,

#339
Thought about riding it. It snowed yesterday morning and this morning, but temps are slowly climbing back up now.

Post 340 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#340
Commute at license losing speeds and a small grocery run. Thing just keeps getting better and better...

Post 341 by duffman,

#341
Well today I got myself a PRO-TAPER Carmichael contour bar and stuck that on to my beast.
I didn't like the bend that the rizoma offered me so I got this one..






thing is I keep it at 800mm wide and I'll give that a go before I cut them down,but I like the wide stance on them.
is there any advantages or disadvantages to having them wide than normal.haven't gone for a ride yet maybe on Sunday I'll take her out for a spin and find out what there like..

Post 342 by rob1botes,

#342
Dropped it of at the dynoguy on wednesday. Just got of the phone with him, picking it up tomorrow..
It's an 09 SDR, motobox, sas delete, 2ndry flies removed, round akra cans. I had shades map on it already before I dropped it of. It made 125rwhp and 113Nm torque on that map. After custom tune with the orange pre filter on the motobox it went to 127rwhp. He then removed the pre filter and started fresh, making final numbers 133rwhp and 118Nm torque. Pretty pleased with those numbers, but also surprised that he found another 6rwhp by removing the pre filter, that thing holds back quite a bit of air as well it seems.

Post 343 by kenscottphoto,

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Post 344 by MADDOG53,

#344
Well, it was yesterday but had the Oil Site tube replaced as mine cracked near the top.

2007 Superduke 10,100.

TODAY I will be washing off the oil.

Post 345 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#345
fitted some rizoma footpegs, wrong colour so the company is sending me another set in the correct colour FREE !!!

Post 346 by 2bigalow,

#346
Well ,no work tomorrow ,,so ,,, I just recieved my e-bay purchase of a carbon rear fender,, that along with moto's clutch cover , may go on in the morning,,more rain forcast,,,,could be I install me LSL drag bars too,,,,need to get out on this thing,,,,,,,looking real good,,,,,,,,

Post 347 by jambox,

#347
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Post 348 by boney95,

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Post 349 by soarsore,

#349
Managed to grind my peg in the Cairngorms whilst chasing a 'Busa

Post 350 by Colonel_Klinck,

#350
Played wait up at every stop sign for my buddy on his Buell through the twisties. Only 2100 miles on this bike, I'm really impressed... And not to mention all the looks and praise I get from strangers.

Post 351 by Bermo KTM,

#351
I dropped my seat off to these guys who are out of Tucson, for a redo. Since my 130 pound boney ass will have to deal with 300-450 miles a day soon enough. It certainly will look different.. Will post when it is done in about 10 days.
http://kontourseat.com/index.html

Post 352 by MADDOG53,

#352
Anyway I noticed Samba had used a LED strip system on his single seat and as I had some orange LED strips in the pits, I decided to see where they would fit. As it turns out they fit perfectly between the plastic under tray and the rear light lens I'm pretty pleased with the result and they are def very visable which has to be a good thing safety wise. Whether they are legal is another matter entirely Any ideas Superdan?? I might pop down to my MOT guy and ask what he thinks. Although thye look a bit red in the vid they are def very orange. KTM orange you might say

Post 353 by Colonel_Klinck,

#353
first service for my babe today , now we shall see............................

Post 354 by MrZ32,

#354
Klinck I really like that,,,, I think it would pass in Mass

Post 355 by MADDOG53,

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Post 356 by rocketchick,

#356
this... only photos I have ever got on the bike... wish I knew that they were (photographers)

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and yes i had just passed the hyabusa at the entrance of the tightening radius turn... the corner goes a fair way more round

Post 357 by sequentialshift,

#357
I gonne remove my rear-wheel in about an hour, and lay a new tyre around it
Last ride i got a punctured tyre... tyre was brand new (like 700 km's)

Post 358 by Crotchrockety,

#358
Got my bike back after having its mumpy tank replaced. Of course, its raining today, so I probably won't get to ride.

Post 359 by oafboy182,

#359
Joe and I were going to ride but this rain is killing us. Hopefully next weekend will be better. I'll give you a call when I find out the day.

Post 360 by Crotchrockety,

#360
Done nothing on SD Waiting for rain to stop...
Take some time and cleaned leather suit then then put a leather conditioner on it.
Also washed helmet inside and outside.

And now we must wait for sun

Post 361 by Davey Sprocket,

#361
Was GOING to put in the Motohooligan tank mounts, but decided that if there's no other reason to lift the tank, why would I take the chance???

Post 362 by oafboy182,

#362
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Post 363 by jambox,

#363
New footpegs, Custom spray job, Rim tape, New engine bolts, LED indicators, Red hoses, Powder Coating etc, etc ,etc




Post 364 by PBRnr,

#364
I satill need to put grip heaters on the new bike. They come in handy on the morning ride to the twistys.

Post 365 by zoddas,

#365
My DHM pegs have arrived, so off to go fit them.

Post 366 by PBRnr,

#366
Integrated Led Taillight + some tail tidy

Post 367 by loony888,

#367
What the hell is that billboard thing stuck to your swingarm? And where is your license plate?

Post 368 by indy84,

#368
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Post 369 by indy84,

#369
I put on a set of Symtec heated grips:

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Easy fit and still the original grips.

Post 370 by Keo,

#370
Just got my ECU cable and flashed over drswade's map for similar setup (08, motobox, leos, pump gas) and WOOHOO is all that can be said after the tedious 15 min reset.

gotta say that T-ecu had some tech probs on my laptop...would freeze occasionally, needing restart of program, but managed to display all transfers successful and boy what a success

Big thx Rob my man

Post 371 by matt_black,

#371
nothing, again! still! this sucks, i'm over waiting now!

Post 372 by OldTLSDoug,

#372
went for a mad ride around mt nebo, new rim tape too.

Post 373 by samba,

#373
Got my duke a week ago.The next day after I git it the wind starts blowing to 40mpg.Finally got a day off.Went out this morning with a buddy.Got out on the back roads.saw 117 mph was not trying to go fast.Had lunch at the ghost town. It was a great day placed the order for my FMF apex pipes.There on back order!.Going to order my motorbox later.LOVE my duke it's everything I hoped for.Can't wait to get all the goodies and put them on.

Post 374 by Davey Sprocket,

#374
also fitted the Mr Z32 dvs system for testing, check that tread for results

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Post 375 by Davey Sprocket,

#375
Installed the MH air box today and loaded Klinks map. I want to take a second to give the front SAS a big for being a pain in the ass. While in the process of installing the box I managed to lose one of the oxygen sensor bolts. After spending about a half hour looking for the thing I gave up and looked around the house for something that might fit. Got lucky with a picture hook

Post 376 by sequentialshift,

#376
^ ^LMFAO!!! Nice work, Keo.

All I did to mine today was give her a good cleaning, topped off the oil & coolant, and took a 'lil blast. The wheelie talk earlier got me all uppity.

I feckin love my bike more every time I swing a leg over it, no kidding.

Post 377 by rob1botes,

#377
Yesterday, I put a SD-R seat kit on my SD. I love it. I also recently put on a Motobox, SAS removal plates and resistor, Yosh pipes, KTM rearsets and removed the PCIIIusb, remapped with TuneECU and James map I believe. Runs great, current version of my SD....

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Post 378 by Crotchrockety,

#378
Rode her to the top of the world - well almost . . .

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Crappy i-phone pic, but this is the view from the look out at the end of Hwy 39 N of Azusa near the Crystal Lake turn off. The altitude was 5000 ft + above the gloomy cloud cover. LA locals owe it to themselves to take a ride up here - but keep it on the DL. We don't want too many squids finding out about this wonderful road.

Post 379 by OldTLSDoug,

#379
I finally rode it yesterday, I expected it to suck, as the thing is rock hard, but amazingly, it is pretty comfortable. It looks so good, I really don't care, but it is a bonus that it is comfortable-ish. Definitely not plush. Funny thing, is I went up to a track day, and got the suspension set up on the RC8R, then I rode the SD up to test out the seat. Lots of anger over me having 2 KTM's, especially the RC8R Akra and a sweet SD. Life is hard. Most folks loved the Duke almost as much as the RC8R.

Post 380 by BASH69,

#380
I pulled a fookin nail out the rear tyre and put some "slime" in and all was well. I did not know you should not go above 45mph with the "slime" in the tyre as I did the same thing a couple of years ago and gave it full blast and all was ok then

Post 381 by Grendel,

#381
Pulled the rear shock and dropped it into KTech for a rebuild (no more leaky shock )

Post 382 by Colonel_Klinck,

#382
Grendel finished his Brembo Monoblocks, complete with Orange Brembo script!

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Post 383 by Grendel,

#383
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Post 384 by Colonel_Klinck,

#384
Grendel is a beast of many talents. He did it himself.

Post 385 by samba,

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Post 386 by jambox,

#386
actually went for a fookin ride!

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Post 387 by fuel,

#387
Ordered some ASV C5 shorties.

Post 388 by OldTLSDoug,

#388
Did my 1st oil change as its out of warranty now.

Post 389 by Colonel_Klinck,

#389
Sam, that SD is looking pretty good sir.

Post 390 by indy84,

#390
I did the oil breather mod 10 days ago. This is how much oil has been collected so far. A couple of spirited blasts and some town driving. Prob in the region of 350/400 miles.

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Post 391 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 392 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 393 by indy84,

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Post 394 by Colonel_Klinck,

#394
what were the numbers that came up? just out of curiosity

Post 395 by indy84,

#395
just waiting for my stealer to come back to me on that. He did tell me at the time and said they were spot on. Both cylinders were within 1 PSI of each other.

Post 396 by KTM666,

#396
cool, post it up when you get it....

Since this is the" what have you done to your superduke today" thread, Today I paid for new tappet cover gaskets and got braded line and alloy fittings and a two way breather... im about to drill and tap both tappet covers to vent both heads to get the top of the engine breating better.

Ill do a post of it in the DIY section.

Post 397 by cdlabate,

#397
Removed my fies and shaft....ready for custom dyno map tomorrow

From the look of my Motoholigan Air filter I need to do the breather mod (covered in oil ) I thought I had a weep comming from engine sprocket area

just the odd spot on the garage floor, I never could find where it was comming from.............. think I know now

Has anybody else had this?

Post 398 by oafboy182,

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Post 399 by soarsore,

#399
I got a paint pen from a local craft store when I did the Brembo script on my old SD. I haven't gotten around to doing the SDR though. Maybe I'll go do it right now before bike night. Got off my lazy butt and went out and took the 5 minutes to get it done. Had to clean it up for bike night anyway.

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put my tank pad on too. wasn't really sure where the side pieces go but it works.
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Post 400 by indy84,

#400
I picked up my Kontour seat today. I ordered it with an extra half inch of height and with a straight profile. It weights in at 4.7 pounds (2.1 KG) and looks to be made quite well. I will not be able to say how good it works till a full day of riding, but it feels great around town and after an hour in the Tucson sun it felt strangely cool. http://kontourseat.com/index.html
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Post 401 by MrZ32,

#401
The seat looks good soarsore

Post 402 by zoddas,

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Post 403 by KTM666,

#403
Bike on dyno and custom map created by Rider's

..its .05 SD Motorhooligan Air Filter, Akras, SAS, Flies and Shaft removed

got 122.33bhp and 76ftlbs with a near on perfect air/ fuel ...flat line

Now smooth as ....no more throttle problems a different bike

Post 404 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 405 by KTM666,

#405
Colonel

No problem.....you actually gave me yours last year when I first put my Motohooligan on


Sorry its a PC111 ...Tune ECU is the next change...after the breather mod

Post 406 by Colonel_Klinck,

#406
That's not a problem as it can be combined in TuneECU. Was the base map the Akra map?

Have PM'd you my email.

Post 407 by KTM666,

#407
Base map was yours...............

Post 408 by Colonel_Klinck,

#408
Sorry what I meant was what map do you have in the ECU? Standard or Akra map?

Post 409 by KTM666,

#409
Not to sure (second hand 1600miles) ....I pulled the wires on 2nd and third gear just for good measure

Post 410 by Colonel_Klinck,

#410
did it have after market cans fitted? If so I'd guess its the akra map. Does make a big difference for hosting the file though.

Post 411 by MADDOG53,

#411
Slapped a set of Tech-spec tank pads on after recieving them in the mail today, along with a clutch cover gasket, now off to install me motohooligan clutch cover as well,,,and UPS showed up with a set of ASV grips so I guess I can now install those LSL bars too,,, 7AM tomorrow gonna fire her up and hear those Yoshi's

Post 412 by jambox,

#412
Yesterday I played around with TuneECU. Just wish this weather would sort itself out so I can go find out what its like with the updated map.

Post 413 by RED ZX,

#413
Spent a couple hours today playing with a MV Augusta Brutale 910. Was a good bike to ride with, similar style to the SDR (it was eve orange), did not sound anywhere near as good though, or have as much stomp as my SDR.

Still, was a good day out, now I just need to go and adjust my chain, and figure out how much more life I can coax out of this rear tyre. Damn V-Twins just eat tyres, looks like I will only get 3000km out of a rear, but I am doing my best to save front tyres

Post 414 by jambox,

#414
Awesome morning out around the coast. Sticking to our 40mph speed limit all the way......honest!

Post 415 by jambox,

#415
Went out for a blast to test how it works after my TE updated. The word smoooooth comes to mind, plus faster to rev.

But, I noticed that it was popping on decel hell of a lot more than it was before I did it, so thinking put it but to my original map and one by one redo to in puts to see which causes it to pop more. But thats for another day.

Post 416 by matt_black,

#416
Also decided that I need a damper as had quite a few head shakes when making ground over bumpy roads.

Caused no problems but would prefer it not to happen.

Post 417 by No. 47,

#417
Went for a great canyon blast.

Rode several wheelies.

Put it back in the garage.

Grabbed a beer & grinned.

Post 418 by AlpineDuke,

#418
Replaced dead dash at 31.5k miles having spent most of the weekend ruling out/swopping out battery, rectifier/regulator, wiring, connectors etc - used unit showing 4.5k miles .................and new Brembo pads all round from www.moto-racing.co.uk - slower delivery than indicated and difficult to get hold of as a Google search will indicate but at half RRP, I'll use them again.

Post 419 by matt_black,

#419
Crashed it......First crash in 20 years.....

The bike is damaged bad. Steer broke of, clutch cover is smashed, waterpump is gone, radiator is broken, scratches everywhere.

I am ok, only broke the big toe of my right foot...But i am in plaster till my knee!!!!

I am lucky it happened at low speed , and nobody else was around. I fell just before a corner, do not know why.....Now I really appreciate the suit/helmet/boots.

Post 420 by sequentialshift,

#420
Damn, Alpine, that SUCKS! Front brake induced lowside? Out of curiosity, do you have frame sliders on the bike?

Get better quick, bro. You and the bike!

Post 421 by jambox,

#421
Now paint is done and gone off properly an outside piccy of my invisible pillion pegs (well nearly)
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Post 424 by indy84,

#424
Fitted my new ASV shorties. Would have taken about 20 min to fit, but me being me I didn't take all the tools that I needed, so ended up taking just short of an hour.

Post 425 by MrZ32,

#425
yeah ya barstard... texting me that pic while I had been doing assignments all day.

Im gonna send you one... same place tomorrow. lol

Post 426 by harvester,

#426
I'm looking for fork seals for my 06, the left side one leaks badly
A local dealer has the 2 seals + outer dust-seals for almost 84 USD for the 2 forks.

How hard to change them?

I have an offer for 70 USD for install them..

Post 427 by AlpineDuke,

#427
Update:
No crashprotection installed......

What probably happened: was going over some speedbumps in second gear. On the last bump I think I accidentally hit the gearshifter with my foot and shifting down without noticing. Going down the bump (wich was a high one) I accelerated to the corner thinking it was in second......Made a big wheely, almost over the top . Braked hard and got down hard and rolled of. Suddenly I was in someone's garden, just missed a lamppost and stopped rolling 20 cm's before hitting the wall. Today I got new plaster, only my toe and the front of my foot now. The world looks a lot better now.
Most annoying is that my mother in law keeps on trying to convince me to stop riding motorcycles

Post 428 by SDtaxi,

#428
A fresh set of dunlop sportsmarts and upgraded the rear sprocket with 40t. I'm lovin'n it! needs to be oem imho

Post 429 by nampus,

#429
Finally had time to take the catalyser out of the exhaust, all that's left to do now, is have it welded shut again. Which will probably happen next week, then fit it, and hopefully enjoy the beautifull sounds of the superduke...

Post 430 by JohnJJr,

#430
Gettin ready to pull the rear wheel for a new tyre today - Saturday. Did the front a week ago what a difference a tyre can make. Didn't have the money for Diable Rosso Corsa's and picked up a pair of Dunlop Q2's for 199$ . Was already running Q2's and felt pretty confident with em - stick pretty damn good , never let me down .... I loose noticable rubber every time i ride with them so don't get much mileage . I ride to hard to not have good rubber.
ciao
Oh - did some paint work on the SD last week as well

johnny

Post 431 by MadIrish,

#431
Today I hard wired my Escort 8500 radar detector to the SD, as well as installed a Moto Hooligan clutch cover and KTM rear axle sliders. Last week I put on Leo Vince slipons, LSL frame sliders, Pazzo levers and orange clutch & brake reservoir covers, and took off the passenger pegs (when I want to take my wife for a ride we'll go on the cruzzi guzzi). Yeah, I've been busy. Now I need to get the mapping sorted and start thinking about a freer breathing airbox & filter.

Post 432 by Twisted Jester,

#432
Noob did minor stuff , lost the Emission Crap and Put some LV CF on the Orange Juice
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Post 433 by JohnJJr,

#433
Swapped my custom carbon cans out for some round akras, never thought I could ever say I was happy to have quieter pipes but I am

Post 434 by Twisted Jester,

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Post 435 by MADDOG53,

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Post 436 by matt_black,

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It's not what I did,, it's what I finaly ordered for her,,,, ordered up a pair of 2RT rad guards out of carbon/kevlar mix, to match the oil tank protection already installed,,,not cheap shipped over , but had to finnish it up,,,, next is a set of rotors,,, Brake Tech,,,,,,,

Post 437 by CEREC1,

#437
(Yesterday) Fitted up some bar-end mirrors and a new headlight bulb & took her for a good ride.

Shat my pants a little bit when I hit some gravel going around a 45mph corner & had the back end step out and slide some.

Post 438 by indy84,

#438
well i fitted my new rhizome footpegs , but due to a mix up with the company i ordered them in black, and they sent me silver, so i called them and what do you know they sent me a free set of black rizoma pegs

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Post 440 by Twisted Jester,

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got my new hf carbon fibre heel guards... very nice... 1 month wait

Post 441 by KTM666,

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Post 443 by BASH69,

#443
Did Cadwell Akras Motohooligan Air box they even had the prob next to the exhaust (is ment to be 1m away)......95dB(A).....

Post 444 by Twisted Jester,

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Post 447 by indy84,

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Hey rallsy, the silver ones look good. Then again, if you were to powdercoat you rearsets black....

Post 448 by JohnJJr,

#448
The black foot peg looks pretty sweet . It's gona get the anodizing worn lookin after a short while . the silver might look nicer longer. Unless you ride with just socks on.

Me - been ridin the hell out of my SD lately - got those new skins front back - painted fender / headlight bucket / chain guard / Bought new signals ( need to mount ) and will say i got the Chicken strips on the Q2 tyres down to a fraction (Bragging of course - which is stupid) but Q2's tread wraps around the tyre more than other brands making it quite the task wearin those Chickens down , surprised myself how far the bike was layin over a couple times and still a smidgen of chicken to eat.

Gettin ready to go on a 400 mile round trip to Yosemite with a buddy / him on his Multi-Strada this comin monday tuesday -

ciao

johnny

Post 449 by matt_black,

#449
Yosemite, eh? I camped there about 3 weeks ago & it fookin snowed on us... It was an amazing place, though. I would LOVE to ride the SD down to the valley floor.

Enjoy the trip! And post pics, as well...

Post 450 by JohnJJr,

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Post 451 by Twisted Jester,

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Fitted the mojo belly pan yesterday, the rear brackets have to be the worst possible design ever, you're supposed to attach them to the engine mount bolt on the right hand side and the side stand bolt into the engine on the other side, both bolts are supposed to be torqued back up to 45nm but the brackets once fitted and positioned don't allow you to be able to get to the bolts properly to torque them up.

Instructions say don't tighten all the way till you mount the pan and that they might need bending to fit, I'm thinking a little tweaking but no, the right bracket bolts on fairly easily with a socket and ratchet but the hole in the bracket is about two inches away from the fixing on the belly pan so you have to bend it in so it reaches the hole and at the same time get the angle of the end bit right so it doesn't flex the pan into the headers, so I bent it all into place only to find that now I can't actually get to the bolt at all to torque it up properly as it's blocked by the bracket so I pull it all back out again, torque it up and start again, so that's right side done.

On the other side, the bracket is a squared u shape coming up in front of the bolt you're fixing it with and so you can now only get a spanner on it but on locating the fixing on the belly pan I find it lines up pretty easy.

Trouble is with the pan attached I now can't get the angle on the spanner to tighten up the nut so I have to remove it again, then I find that the bracket is so close to the nut and the nut is also so close to another part of the side stand that I can't fit my ratchet spanner in there and my std ring spanner is a drive on flats type and so there's not enough room to turn the nut enough to get the next position on the spanner, I get it as tight as I can with the tips of the open end of the spanner but can't get full puchase because of the room available but will remove and retighten when I can get my hands on a ring spanner with a multipoint corner drive ring on it (if you know what i mean)

It seems to me like it would have been simple enough to bend the bracket in a different way to retain easy access to the bolts and i may well have a go at reshaping them myself when I have some more time but I just wanted to get it on so I can check ground clearance at Brands on Monday cause if that has been compromised then it's all null and void anyway.

And then just to finish off, i drive off to Stupid Lukes to borrow his garage again to swap all my springs over for heavier ones, and can't get it back into first at the roundabout, it had felt akward to engage first when I set off, but I was wearing new boots and not my sports boots so I figured it was just that, it took a firm push to get it in and I look down to realise why, the mojo pan isn't designed to work with a reverse shift pattern so the top of the reverse shift kit is hitting the rear top corner of the belly pan on up shifts, I cruise to Lukes gently and will just need to dremel off the corner about 5 mm to make it work.

On the plus side I'm glad I didnt pay full price for it and I did get it on there in the end and it's still my favourite looking belly pan

I also after much huffing and puffing and levering managed to swap over my rear spring for an orange 170-185 rear and have got one of my fork springs swapped out for a 9.5nm and fresh oil, so one more fork to do tonight and then I'm all set for brands, more or less.

Will take some pictures once it's complete

Post 452 by Paddy Field,

#452
I was unfaithful to mine - I just had a test ride on the new Aprilia V4R Tuono APRC.
Which was nice.

Post 453 by matt_black,

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Post 455 by MADDOG53,

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CF headlight "wings" and a "stock" size windshield in CF just arrived from the carbon place I sent stock plastic bit's to , to make moulds,,, FREE CARBON parts in return bike's "dripping" in the stuff now,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,offers on the stock size CF windscreen for sale,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Post 456 by Jody,

#456
Today I fitted a race gadgets quickshifter,
was a pain in the arse working the wiring out but the rest wasn't too bad once I'd decided where to mount it.

Took some pics along the way so will post up in how to's when I get around to it.

I'm pretty usre it'll be fine mounted where it is but only time will tell.

Hoping to get out on it on sunday and see if I can get use to it/ get it set up properly.



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Post 458 by tuciz,

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Very BIG thanks to Steve (No. 47) for helping out with thermoswitch and for good advices.
Thermoswitch changed, overheating problem resolved.

And did some tail transformation, from R to two seater...

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Post 459 by jambox,

#459
machined some plugs to fill the holes after the secondary bf shafts, brass pluggs fitted with silicone

6mm diameter, 11, 14.5, 11.5, and 33.5mm long
"hats" are 8mm diameter and 1.5mm thick




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Post 462 by jambox,

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Ordered up a set of Pro-Bolt engine bolts, in black,,,as well as some fairing bolts in orange,, already have a set in orange but they stiffed me 5 bolts,, will have some extra's now,,, then looked into installing those headlight mask "wings" ,but it seems you have to remove the headlight to get at the friggen screws WTF,,,gonna set it up with some proper bolts to make things easier,,,,,packing up a stock bellypan to ship to the carbon place next,, might as well as I have three,,,,and a touring screen to be made a bit taller and wider,, should look good in CF,, installed an CF upper tripple tree cover I got from a German site for cheap money,,to keep the scratches down,,, and I had a set of CF fork protectors that were damaged slightly,,,so I stuck some WP stickers on em and installed them between the tree's,,,can put them on the lower legs as well ,, with no stickers on the legs permenent,,,,they come right off,,,,looks pretty good ,,,,,,,,,,,,

Post 463 by scooboo81,

#463
Went out for a rather spirited ride, one of those that just flows so nice, along the Moray/Banffshire coast!

I also found some awesome twisties by going down the wrong road

Oh yeah, I also saw an X-Bow on the road today. Rather nice in the flesh!

Post 464 by Twisted Jester,

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Post 465 by jambox,

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I crashed it

Then picked it up dusted if off and re-entered the battlefield

Post 466 by speedmotorrad,

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Post 467 by Crotchrockety,

#467
Installed a euro spec smoked taillight tonight, also a gas cap sticker, that'll make it faster! Since my last post here I've also finished out the R&G slider installation, had the tank replaced under warranty, added a few orange bits, and removed the carbon canister. O2 sensor eliminators are in hand now, waiting on SAS removal kit to do it all at once and complete the desmogging.

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Post 470 by ktmguy,

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plowed it into the side of a bloody Mitsubishi Magna... the lady pulled across my lane without warning and from the right hand lane, across the left lane and into a side street... bike pulled up ok... my leg took the brunt

on a second look, it looks like I have a fairly damaged front wheel... hmmm those nice forged marchesinis might go down a treat if I can get them for the right price

Post 471 by samba,

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Post 472 by lc4,

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Very tidy

Might want to have a look at your coolant level

Post 473 by jambox,

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Figured out I need to work on my right handers, I've still got unused rubber on that side . The left chick strips gone though

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Post 480 by jambox,

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^^^^^
Kriega is your friend.

Post 481 by RED ZX,

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Post 482 by matt_black,

#482
That's awesome, John. Sounds like a great trip....pics ASAP, please!!!

Post 483 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 489 by MrZ32,

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im taking either the beemer or the ducati out tomorrow... who needs to use the front brake anyway... thats what twins are for

Post 490 by MrZ32,

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Post 492 by Katoom,

#492
Wow, always wanted to see Yosemite. I've got no excuse as I live in SoCal. Adding SD trip to Yosemite to Bucket List! Great pictures. Looks like it was awesome there.

Post 493 by matt_black,

#493
That place is stunning, John. Bridalveil is something else, isn't it?

Great pics!

Post 494 by MrZ32,

#494
That's a very beautiful part of the world

Post 495 by indy84,

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This is the new racetek K2 after 99.6kms today... only took it easy as they are still new... very nice ride real positive feel... ill start pushing them next ride out

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Post 496 by JohnJJr,

#496
New Sliders from FleaBay came in today - already mounted . Other ones were buggered/cracked up.
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thnx for comments on photos. Yes Yosemite was exceptional right now. Would like to go back soon ......

johnny

Post 497 by MRK-01,

#497
damn winter here.... not seen mine for a month or so now..

starting to go a little ratty, not been out..... unfair..!! cold and raining like I was in the sth pole...crap.!

Post 498 by Crotchrockety,

#498
Took her on an epic ride. Close to 400 miles with about 100 miles of relentlessly tortuous twisty bits. Ahh.

Post 499 by kenscottphoto,

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Post 500 by Katoom,

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Crotch...where did you ride? Route please!

Post 501 by JohnJJr,

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Post 502 by ktmken,

#502
Just some crappy roads here in California. Camera bike is a cbr1000rr (poor bastard). Best stuff is from about 2:20 to 7:00. Me leading on the black SD. Big boy in blue leathers is a slower orange SD. A few minutes of how I spent 475 miles on Monday.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYJBbcFjfaE

Oh yeah, watch the Lotus Elise get sideways at about the 8:30 mark trying to keep up the slower orange SD!

Post 503 by JohnJJr,

#503
takin a break but right now wiring up the smoke LED tail light lens w/ integrated signals . I'm mounting a license plate mount/bracket due to a tail tidy modification , the bracket has tabs for signals so not only will the bike have nice little Mini side signals but the tail light will signal as well.

I said it before - " I love this bike " have to say it though , if i live through becoming a better rider with this bike i can see where 170 hp SD would be "Titts on a Ritz" after all there's lots of bikes out there with that HP why can't the SD have it ..

johnny

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Post 505 by kenscottphoto,

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CrotchRockety,

Thanks for that.

Yestersday I Fitted ASV levers and I am about to fit new Q2 tyres. A short break and long clutch, double black. I just might break the Q2s in on that road .


Thanks for sharing!!!

Post 506 by Bert,

#506
I recently bought a 2nd hand (more probably a 17th hand) sticker plotter and have been experimenting with it.
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Post 507 by oafboy182,

#507
Installed a new headlight bulb after riding home 25 miles in the dark last night without any lights. It was kind of scary yet exhilarating at the same time. I did have a car to follow for most of the highway stuff. Once in town there are so many lights you can't tell if the lights are on or off anyway.

Post 508 by Viking,

#508
Drove a 650mile round trip to pick it up. Left at 3.30am this moring and as you can see 21hours later i'm still up.

Got it home and went to town on it.

Removed rear pillion footrest hangers.
Fitted LED stoplamp bulb.
Set up sag
Cleaned whole bike with Gunk to degrease and gave it a quick skim over clean
Removed tank pad, and all other previous owner fitted stickers.
Degreased and cleaned up chain and relubbed
Changed oil and filter and cleaned all gauzes.

Took for a quick 20miles blast to begin to get rid of monster chicken strips and get tyres fully bedded in.

Things to do tomorrow..................
Clean properly
Change brake and clutch fluids
Do valve clearences and fit spark plugs
Sort out problem with forks


On order already.........
Full set of GB racing bungs
Alloy pegs
5.5 x 6 number plate
Paddock stand bobbins
16t sprocket
Evotech tail tidy



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Post 509 by 2bigalow,

#509
Installed a Suter slipper clutch, then drank a beer or seven.

Post 510 by JohnJJr,

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Post 511 by Aussieduke,

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Nothin....sweet FA as they say.

I put on two new sticky tyres yesterday, checked brake pads, cleaned and lubed chain, torqued all caliper and axle nuts up with love, washed polished and caressed my baby with the excitement looming of my first ride in three weeks today.

Wake up early this morning...and fooking raining!

Now drinking rum and beer!

Post 512 by MADDOG53,

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Post 514 by Viking,

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Spent most of the day on the SD.

Did valve clearances.
Replaced the plugs. Had to file down a plug socket by hand to make it fit. Hard graft I can tell ya
Gave it a good clean.
Adjusted throttle cables free play and set up levers
Got out and rode it for a bit. Had me giggling like a Japanese schoolgirl. It's been wet here all day and roads are super greasy. Any wheelie attempts had the rear tyre spinning up instantly and lots of pops and bangs from exhaust. Why oh why oh why did I not buy this bike 6 years ago. Only had it 24hrs and ridden 20miles and loving it already.

Going away for a few days but when I get back there should be a big pile of parts to fit. Can't wait.

Post 515 by KTM666,

#515
Just Bought Superduke 'R' rear suspension unit......just waiting for it to arrive

Post 516 by KTM666,

#516
did you get the one off the bay ?? good price if u did, i was cooking a bbq and missed it

Post 517 by tripoddave,

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Post 518 by BASH69,

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SD is currently in with Kev @ Projex for fitting the newly reprofiled cams from Tornado. Slight glitch: that cams have had so much metal taken off the back of the cam that KTM don't do a shim big enough by about 1mm. Waiting to hear from Germany as to what they recommend.
It seems that Tornado are building KTM SD motors for European long track grass track racing and are getting some scary hp figures out of them. Given that we know that my SD has got standard heads when we thought they'd bee flowed and skimmed I'm planning to send my heads off to them this winter and have the whole lot matched up to their hi-comp pistons. By all accounts we should see more power than an RC8 with a free flow exhaust system on it.

Post 519 by omky756,

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Post 521 by indy84,

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aannnnnnnnnnnnnnndddddddddddddddddd just brought Jody's spare quickshifter

Post 522 by Twisted Jester,

#522
Installed Motohooligan airbox, motohooligan flys, and removed SAS. Very straightforward 3.5 hour job.
Havnt test ridden yet cos its 5am but will do in a few hours. cant wait!!

Post 523 by Twisted Jester,

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Post 525 by the_shakes,

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put my new clear LED taillight on... man... those nuts are a pain in the arse...

Post 526 by JohnJJr,

#526
Leo Vince cans + akra map. I can't believe the difference this made

Post 527 by Colonel_Klinck,

#527
Well Try as i FOOKIN may - today i tried to get that last little bit o Chicken FAT off my tyre ! Gawlll Dang it !!!

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think it's actually just barely touching the edge and that is actually a little valley where the Chicken SHIT's not scrubbin off .... ROFL , i'm tellin ya it's tough enough gettin to that point. The other day when i resolved to get this far with it the rear end started slippin on that slippery CHICKEN GREASE ... Cotton pants - Least i bought some good boots , Been borrowing a pair of leather pants a friend gave me ( Dianese ) and i'm becoming a convert - protective clothing doesn't necessarily mean " i'm plannin on fallin " but it does mean wearing the stuff makes me feel more protected and that equates to a bit more confidence and i push the envelope a bit more. I suspect someday i'll actually break down and get a full helmet .... oh anyway

johnny

Ohhh PS. all this time i been thinkin i don't know how to spell tyre and make the mistake of typing tyre with a "Y" but i see IT'S YOU GUYS !!! YOU'RE SPELL CHECKIN ME"

Knock that Sheiit off will ya (:

Post 528 by jambox,

#528
Tre is spelt with a Y. We should know, we invented the language

Post 529 by rocketchick,

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Post 530 by RosscoB,

#530
I placed an order for a rear spring through lindeman suspension.. The spring is dark red so we will see what it looks like with a black SD...

Post 531 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 532 by emuexport,

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Post 533 by Viking,

#533
I managed to scrub my tyres in on one side by lowsiding does that count?

I put some Rosso Corsas on yesterday and struggled to scrub them in on the way home given it was raining. Maybe tomorrow will let me scrub them in some more and I'll fit that Outerwares pre-filter too if I get the time!

Post 534 by jambox,

#534
Fitted Evotech tail tidy.
Started to clean up exhaust until i lost interest.
Fitted 16t front sprocket.
Changed brake fluid and blead out brakes.
Reset suspention settings to harden it up a bit
Did some wheelie practice.

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It's cleaned up pretty well. Just waiting on GB Racing crash bungs to arrive. Servicing front forks tommorow.

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Starting to get the hang of the bike now. Wheelies still need some work. Struggling to keep throttle smooth enough once it's up. End up being too choppy, or for some reason i keep falling to the left and have to put it back down . 1st gear throttles ups are ok, just too slow. 2nd gear cutch ups are hit or miss, thin i'm starting too high in te rev range and not giving the clutch a good enough ping Had a few from <40mph with a big handfull and clutch ping and they felt spot on, just a little choppy. All my wheelie past has been on I4's so the twin is taking a bit of learing.

Post 535 by MADDOG53,

#535
Ok I have 24,000 on the duke R, it's an 09 ark's cans, fraim sliders at bottom of gas tank and wheels, Corbin seat, moto H air box, remove all of the sas 4 block off plates, powercomander , custom eng map,asv clutch and brake leavers, up on gears and still working on it.

Post 536 by oafboy182,

#536
^^^ 10 posts in 3 years. Go you! Glad the silent members are still loving it.

Post 537 by jambox,

#537
Inspection sticker and a quick 100 miles on her,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,TBH I had thought the Yoshi's with no baffles would be a little louder,,,,,,,,nice none the less,,,,,,,,no popping with the Akra map installed,,,,,and the sweet smell of Cam-2,,,fresh tank in the morning,,,,,,suspension better w/sport setting's,,,,gel seat much better than the stocker,,IMO,,,,no leak's from the SSR keyless fuel cap,,,all in all

Post 538 by JohnJJr,

#538
Just got mine prepared and ready for sunny cadwell on Monday cant wait first track day without the R6 should be fun over the mountain.

Been doing track days for years but this will be the first for the big SD and its brand new!!!!


Any tips on cadwell anyone and don't just say stay on i have been watching You Tube not sure that's helped crash crash crash....

Lets hope not

Aaron

Post 539 by Colonel_Klinck,

#539
Those Q's are hard to get to the edge. I had no problem with the BT016 or 2ct's but never got the Q2's there riding at the same pace. I like the idea that I have more tyre if I need it though, instead of being right at the edge. I just fitted new Q2's on the SDR but didn't get to ride on Saturday because the battery was dead, again. I just put a brand new battery in 2 months ago so hopefully I can get it replaced for free but I need to figure out what's draining the battery. Hopefully it's just a bad rectifier and it will be covered under warranty, if the warranty is still good. Need to check the purchase date.

Post 540 by Bert,

#540
I hit a Pheasant! SPUR-LAT!

Gotta clean off the blood now though

Would have gone back to take a photo of the kill, but I think I saw it ping of into an overgrown ditch so didn't fancy rumaging around.

Post 541 by Razy,

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Post 542 by OldTLSDoug,

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Post 543 by KTM666,

#543
Last week I fitted Carbon Heel Guards...really well made and solid one of my original heel guards snapped ...just the excuse I needed
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 0568453297

Fitted Superduke 'R' Shock to my SD....I was going to put 160 spring on...but I had a ride on a members 07 'R' last weekend and it was nowhere near as hard as I thought it was going to be ...so I will see how it goes

Post 544 by robinpeck,

#544
nothing

Post 545 by JohnJJr,

#545
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Post 546 by emuexport,

#546
Today i got my oberon slave in titanium colour that i have waited for since second of may.... out of order and customs delay but finally it was here
cjmoto had a really nice price.. 106$ incl mounting plate and shipping

Post 547 by CEREC1,

#547
Ran out of fuel! Now I know what its like.

Also topped up the oil as she had burned thru a fair bit along with the fuel!

Post 548 by jambox,

#548
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Post 549 by Razy,

#549
More like what haven't I done.

Went to fit a steering damper that I got off Ebay. The seller sent through the wrong tank bolt (guessing his standard one) with it not even getting flush with the tank.

Whilst faffing about with refitting the tank bolt, I noticed I've got a pretty bad case of the mumps on the tank, more on one side than the other.

Gonna send a message to the Ebayer ref the bolt and one to my local(ish) dealer about the tank.

Not a happy bunny!!

Post 550 by jambox,

#550
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Post 551 by gfunkmc,

#551
It's an 06 but with an 07 tank.

Just found out the place I thought were my local dealer now only sell Huskys! My nearest is now over 3 hrs away. I wonder if they would give an RC8R as a courtisy bike to get back in time for work

Post 552 by jambox,

#552
my new cans are on iv put my motobox on removed the sas removed the 2nd flies and shafts and she goes like stink

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Post 553 by JohnJJr,

#553
^^^ how come you changed your cans from the others?

Plus I think they may be upside down. Or at least thats how it looks to me.

Post 554 by gfunkmc,

#554
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Post 555 by oafboy182,

#555
just fancyed a change and yes i was trying to mount them up the other way but the resound would b upsidown they r off a ducati so r supposed to be sideways with the longest part together but i think they follow the contours of the bike

Post 556 by JohnJJr,

#556
Installed the second new battery in 3 months along with a battery tender which it shouldn't need since I ride it every week, but I had it so I put it on and the battery keeps ending up dead. Still need to check if the battery is being drained. Checked the charging system with a tool I got from local auto parts store and that seems to be working fine.

Post 557 by jambox,

#557
Looked at it - took this photo of the wheel tattoo to post.

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johnny

Post 558 by samba,

#558
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Post 559 by matt_black,

#559
Thought I'd have aonther look at my damper.

After comparing with a few pics on the net, I've concluded that it isn't a top mount one but one the goes under the headstock , which is no use to me as I've got an '06 bike so it's going up for sale.

Post 560 by gfunkmc,

#560
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Post 561 by robjederuiter,

#561
Slapped on a new t i r e (fookers) & rode her to work.

Post 562 by JohnJJr,

#562
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Post 563 by MADDOG53,

#563
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ha yes samba adjust and adapt no one else has them thats what its all about[/quote]

like your cans (and licence plate)

Post 564 by -JP-,

#564
I'm goin ridin right FOOKIN now !!! That's what i'm doin - up to Alices Restaurant , Repeat process tomorrow ( SUnday ) as well - Oh yea - Got Monday off too (-: FOOK WORK !!!!

johnny

Post 565 by Mac_Boarder,

#565
Finished overhauling my water pump after it dumped all the coolant into the oil, sent the wife and kids away so had free use of the oven to put the new bearings in !!!!
The old ones were pretty f****d.

Followed the guide from advrider forum, really good.

Then did 3 oil changes to make sure all the water was flushed out of the engine

The first pic is the old water pump shaft and bearings

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Fitted my new GPS lap timer from starlane

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Put some connectors on my battery, charged and balanced it then put it back in the bike

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Should be ready for the track day on Friday now

Post 566 by indy84,

#566
I filled my Suburban Machinery handle bars with BBs last night. Trying to dampen the vibration. I am not sure how effective it was as I could not ride today. I'll fill you in when I have some actual riding time on the new set up.

Post 567 by samba,

#567
New bar end mirrors... dont know if I like them yet

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Post 568 by tripoddave,

#568
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Post 569 by tripoddave,

#569
I've just had a look at the Suburban Machinery website: they don't seem to list a KTM SD bar. What did you fit and why?

Post 570 by samba,

#570
Refitted standard cams.
New Oberon clutch slave cylinder.
Oil breather catch tank fitted - very high tec: its a beer can.
New pads.
On track on the International circuit at Silverstone tomorrow for a shake down as this will be my last chance to ride it before the crash fest.

Post 571 by THEDUKE,

#571
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#572
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Post 573 by THEDUKE,

#573
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Post 574 by tuciz,

#574
Nice 1, just ordered a set....not sure what the law is in the uk but i think they will pull my mates first as they run with no mirrors or indicators at all

Post 575 by indy84,

#575
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Post 576 by zoddas,

#576
Took the clocks off to dry them out and see if they work again!

Post 577 by Superdan,

#577
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Post 578 by JohnJJr,

#578
I have updated my signature!
A couple of evenings in the garage made me get rid of the secondaries and making a little crank breather mod.

Post 579 by Grendel,

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Post 580 by cdlabate,

#580
I think i'm goin for a spin today on the SD. Out to Alices Restaurant in woodside .

Have not installed the reverse shifter yet but it's a commin - will give report on my impression once i do.

when i get back from Alices will probably install the front Rim Tattoo.

johnny

Post 581 by TLS_Russ,

#581
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Post 582 by No. 47,

#582
Got it a playmate!
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Post 583 by Bermo KTM,

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Post 584 by BASH69,

#584
Missed it.........


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my bikes are 6,000 miles away..... it hurts

Post 585 by samba,

#585
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Post 586 by Superdan,

#586
fitted the motohooligan airbox and sas blanking plates and what a fine bit of kit it is , the quality is second to none !!,hats odd to Aaron cheers mate , first off what an induction roar second boy oh boy that front front sas plate is a bast**rd to remove and fit !! when i say bast**rd i mean a motha fuka born in hell !! anyway very pleased with the result !!

Post 587 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#587
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Post 588 by samba,

#588
the recent thread about HM quickshifters told us the issue was with SDR electronics. BASH has a standard SD, so it's not gonna help you i'm afraid...

Post 589 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#589
Oh dam ok then back to that HM thread

Post 590 by Bert,

#590
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Post 591 by BASH69,

#591
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Post 592 by -JP-,

#592
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Post 593 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

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Post 594 by -JP-,

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Post 595 by CEREC1,

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Post 596 by BASH69,

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Post 597 by drkwng,

#597
Looks nice Bash!! Everyone around here calls mine that because it makes you stupid as soon as you get on it.

So what rear sets are you running?

Post 598 by JohnJJr,

#598
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Post 599 by Twisted Jester,

#599
Nice one BASH, love it, looks good

Post 600 by BASH69,

#600
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Post 601 by Colonel_Klinck,

#601
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Post 602 by -JP-,

#602
Confirmed. For the R 2008 or newer, you want the HM Quickshifter Plus Ducati, NOT KTM. The KTM will not fit!

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Post 603 by Colonel_Klinck,

#603
Fitted the .25 throttle cam. Holy shit that is awesome!!! I thought the .50 was great but it is next level. Even managed to dodge the crazy rain on the way back from Millar's studio.

Post 604 by JohnJJr,

#604
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Post 605 by Colonel_Klinck,

#605
Throttle response on my bike is spot on though. Before I did all the mods and had it dyno'd it was a bit jerky but now it is very smooth. Being in London I would never have put the super fast action on if it wasn't smooth down the bottom end.

Post 606 by Viking,

#606
Past few days.....................

Got some good amature pics done by a mate. Pretty happy with them.




Redone the forks for the second time. Not been happy with the lack of rebound damping on the front even with things up near the max. Upped it to 10wt oil at 420ml. Much much better. Had a few hard blasts down my local test road . Bike feels natural now, like its just doing what i want it to do without me having to wait for it, or tip it in a bit gingerly feeling it out to see what it's gonna do.

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Stripped and cleaned and lubbed up front pads and pistons.

Changed clutch fluid.

That'll do for now.

Post 607 by Aussieduke,

#607
After having to jump start the SD twice in the last month due to the cold weather, I have ordered a new battery online tonight. The original is four year old so makes sense.
Local cost was from $150 to $285.... On line $95 delivered. That's for 12 volt 285 cca battery !

Also after fitting my el cheapo cnc alloy levers from china, the brake pushrod is too short to allow proper adjustment.
I got a 6mm stainless bolt, cut it, profiled the shaft to a round end pushrod, measured and cut it to suit and replace the original, .......perfect fit all fixed.... Cost $2 .

Post 608 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#608
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Post 609 by MADDOG53,

#609
A few more bit's of CF from 2RT arrived today,,,,,,,,,,installed,,,,,,,,,,sweeter,,,,,,,,,,, new stands from Pit Bull as well,,,,sweetest,,, now it's on to the LSL flats,,,gotta get these fookin grips off

Post 610 by KTM666,

#610
Squirt WD40 down....you can use this to put them on....leave to dry out and it sticks ....like....a sticky thing

Post 611 by MADDOG53,

#611
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Post 612 by the_shakes,

#612
besides riding it, I did test mounting the goPro camera on the left hand frame last week...

Post 613 by Bert,

#613
Nice!
Could you please post a picture of how the GoPro is mounted to the frame?

Post 614 by matt_black,

#614
Rode it to work this morning. Just before getting on the freeway, I punched a hole in my brand-new(less than 200 miles) BT003 rear tyre.

Fook.

Post 615 by Dutch,

#615
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Post 616 by indy84,

#616
new custom tail tidy with LED number plate bolt/lights... really cleans the back of the bike up

Post 617 by MrZ32,

#617
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Post 618 by the_shakes,

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Post 620 by JohnJJr,

#620
So i watched this video last nite and while the bike crashed i kept saying to myself , that's kinda how my SD feels in the turns , as though not enough trail. http://www.gotagteam.com/KTM_Days/Video ... crash.html

I've only had my SD 6 months - about a month and a half while i was experimenting with the front end i actually dropped the triple clamps lower on the tubes so at least an eight of an inch of tube was above the triple clamp.

This morning went out to shop and decided to raise the triple back upward and now have about 1/8th inch of tube inside the triple.
http://www.gotagteam.com/KTM_Days/Video ... iples.html

As soon as i got on bike i could tell the contact patch of the bike had moved forward. Took bike out for ride and felt alot better to me. So Put about 120 miles on bike today and wow !! love it. Front end does not feel like it's turning back on itself anymore.

that's what i did

Johnny
now need to get rid of that annoying popping from the graphite seal in the exhaust blown out.

Post 621 by rocketchick,

#621
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Post 622 by indy84,

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Post 623 by Hotbrakes,

#623
Installed a Scotts damper I pillaged from my CBR. Pretty easy job, hardest part was the tank, but even that's getting easy now that I have a system.

Post 624 by nampus,

#624
Took it for its first ride with the 16-40 gearing, it was very nice!
Also took some photos:
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Post 625 by JohnJJr,

#625
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Post 626 by JohnJJr,

#626
Gona put rear pegs on , just lined up taking some French chick Alexia to Laguna Seca for the Moto GP races this sunday - YES !!!

Two hour ride from where i live - should be nice ! Haven't been to Laguna Seca for ages.

johnny

Post 627 by nampus,

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Post 629 by Bert,

#629
Installed a Motohooligan Motobox with Motohooligan flies and Millar's SAS plates.
By the time I could go for a test ride the sky had turned black and rain was gushing down

Post 630 by indy84,

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Post 631 by Hotbrakes,

#631
Put on a pair of noise makers I picked up on eBay...
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They are a bit on the noisy side...well a lot on the noisy side. But 6 months later, I don't miss the RC51 anymore. The custom Triumph hard saddlebags don't fit anymore so I'll need to build a new bracket. Not sure if I can stand the noise long enough to warrant saddlebags though.

Post 632 by MADDOG53,

#632
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Post 633 by Bert,

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Post 634 by Willh,

#634
Graphite exhaust ring, exhaust sounds better now.
Lubed the chain, front sprocket is starting to show it's age.

Post 635 by indy84,

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Post 636 by drkwng,

#636
Rode the hell out of mine today.

Post 637 by JohnJJr,

#637
Rode the hell out of mine too today. This bike just turns me into a freaking madman ! i'm working on getting smoother rather than just trying to go faster. Managed to do a decent drift into a turn at about 50mph today , Stoked !!! Last nite tightened down on compression front / back and rebound front back. Feelin pretty good.

Post 638 by Willh,

#638
Got caught speeding

Post 639 by jambox,

#639
^^unlucky mate. What will the damage be? (ie how much were you over)

Post 640 by blb,

#640
Started the return to Stock thing. In light of the fact I pick up an RC8 on Thursday!

As there is no decent RC8 forum I will be sticking around here however.

Post 641 by jambox,

#641
^^ the amount of RC8 owners on here, I think you'll be in good company.

Post 642 by CEREC1,

#642
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Post 647 by KTM666,

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Post 649 by jambox,

#649
Currently deciding whether to risk the weather and go out to empty the tank on an enjoyous run.

The forecast is being a little vague.

Post 650 by tuciz,

#650
fitted brand new carbon cover on clutch cover side
old one was scratched.

Post 651 by jambox,

#651
Took the gamble and went for a blast. Paid off big time

Did one of my fave routes in reverse plus a bit extra at the end. Think I'll be taking that route more often as I found myself taking certain corners much faster going this direction than I normally do.

I went out to empty my tank so I can change it without having to drain it too much (the thing was almost full), but ended up getting one of my best distances out of the tank! 117 miles before the light plus another 18 on the reserve odo! That includes a 15min reset and a proper spanking on the road, plus a bit of town start/stop (traffic lights) riding.

I also got attacked by a Rabbit. It jumped out and hit my foot . No damage to anything thankfully. I think they are out to get me though, cos I hit one the other day in my car and I now need a new bumper thanks to that one.

Post 652 by JohnJJr,

#652
Just put exhaust back on 07 SD.

15 Minute reset .

getting ready to install reverse shift kit.

will drop oil bag and radiator for thorough cleaning/detailing soon

johnny

Post 653 by oafboy182,

#653
Oil change and installed some fancy drain plugs. That lower plug is a pain in the arse to install with the Akro headers.

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Post 654 by DukeMonster,

#654
Just installed some adjustable and folding levers from Bohemian Racing, which is local and about 35 miles away from me. I'm not sure where he has them made, but they work well, and look pretty damn good. Quality and workmanship looks good. Sorry for the low res-pics..

Post 655 by omky756,

#655
Got my bike back from the shop...Went on a weeks vacation..Installed some orange headlight masks...Want to change up the look...
I have alot more to do..Have installed motobox. flies...SAS deleats..rearset adjusters...crash bungs..
and had acropovic download installed...
Still to do...Vortex rearsets..SDR conv..Nichols set up...and racing rear shock...
Cheers

AND RIDE..!!!!!!!!

Post 656 by Stupid Luke,

#656
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Post 657 by JohnJJr,

#657
Crappy running condition returned - at first put some gas additive which seemed to fix the problem - 200 miles later problem came back so drained the gas today and went through alot of the system - cleaned Motobox - cleaned BGC etc etc , put all back together - new gas w/ additive in it - just got back from 10 miles quick jaunt and all seems back to normal again. Keeping fingers crossed it was just a bad batch of gas.

johnny

Reverse Shifter next ... it ain't doin no good sittin in the box.

Post 658 by drkwng,

#658
Picked up the bike from its 15000km service. Mech says the valves were all in spec, so... <where's the beer smiley?>

Post 659 by boney95,

#659
Jumped it. She landed perfectly on the down slope. Video to come. Landed like a MX bike, damn KTM's

Post 660 by loony888,

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Post 661 by JohnJJr,

#661
Did more suspension tuning today - especially after pushing the fork tubes deeper into the triple clamps. Things are starting to get good !! In some way i wish i had one of those fancy Triple clamps so i could push the tubes deeper just by a bit more.

Rode the hell out of er today - was one of those days when i just twist the throttle a bit more than other days ..

Gas problems seems all cleared up and have to conclude it was a case of bad gass.

Did a quick cost analysis today - if i were to ride just 4 days a week - i usually put in 14.00 $ gas - almost 60.00$ a week and almost 250 bucks a month for sure because every once in a while i get out earlier or just plain ride farther .....

that's alot of money --
johnny

Post 662 by matt_black,

#662
Rode wheelies on it.

Post 663 by BASH69,

#663
Fitted a Brembo 19 x 18 ratio front brake master cylinder, a completly pointless bit of functional bling, the bike didnt need it but ive used them before and i love nice Brembo kit and i came across it cheapycheap

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Post 664 by drkwng,

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Post 665 by ktmguy,

#665
Not to, but for. Sent Aaron a fair chunk of money yesterday...

Post 666 by drkwng,

#666
Last week I saw an old friend that I missed very much for several months. I admired it, dusted it off and switched off the trickle charger.
Packed it up in to the back of the van and packed the van in a container.
I hope to welcome my black friend with orange heart soon in this new country and take it for a well deserved spin.

Post 667 by Razy,

#667
Where are headed to Guy?

Post 668 by jambox,

#668
Got up at the crack of dawn to go get the bike mapped only to turn up and find I booked it in for tomorrow lol whoops.

Post 669 by Al3x,

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Post 671 by JohnJJr,

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Post 672 by ktmguy,

#672
I gave it a pat as I walked by with my 4 year old,on our way outside to play........

Post 673 by ktmguy,

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Post 675 by oafboy182,

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Post 676 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#676
Changed the chain and sprockets to 16/38 and put on a Dunlop GPA 190/55 lightly used takeoff for this weekends' trackdays.

Post 677 by Razy,

#677
Just been out and had a good hack. Warm roads are so sticky with dragon supercorsa pro's. Loved every minute.

Post 678 by samba,

#678
Loony the plugs dont make any difference, just cosmetic. I only put them on because they came with the bike.

Post 679 by Razy,

#679
Backed it in unexpectedly going into Strand underpass in London. Lofted the front once or twice. First good thrash in ages as I usually cycle into work (keep fit for the EXC).

Might treat her to a interim service today.

Post 680 by Colonel_Klinck,

#680
Had the 15,000k service done today and all was good,now she going even better i reckon.
had a ball going back home from sydney..
also got some goodies coming from overseas,got them ordered from Redline motorcycles..

Post 681 by Razy,

#681
well had it mapped today.

i have a very unhealthy bike the AFR was so lean that is wouldn't even show on the pc screen

but after about an hour or so on the dyno sh'e running like a champ!

i've got the following mods:

Motobox
SAS removed
Secondary flys removed
Mivv cans (with baffles in)

all mapped with a PC3

i ended up with:

115.5 Bhp @ 9291.7 Rpm
70.33 Ft/lb @ 8037.6 Rpm

not to bad i don't think. was a super hot day. 32 degrees C with Humidity @ 26.8%

Post 682 by Colonel_Klinck,

#682
absolute numbers don't mean anything Razy, it's the improvements you've got to focus on. Did you get a "before"? You might have run 140bhp on another dyno, another day. Don't sweat it

Post 683 by Razy,

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Post 684 by jambox,

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I switched the tank for another and then gave it a quick clean.

Post 685 by Al3x,

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Post 688 by drkwng,

#688
Started ripping out the stock airbox and all that jazz.

Post 689 by Motogoon,

#689
Put in a new graphite gasket in the rear header pipe join.

Had started popping badly on the last ride on decel, pulled the pipe off & there was no gasket at all left in there!! I'd read that might be the case but i didn't believe it till i saw for myself.

Anyway that cleared up the popping, took about an hour but probably half of that was cleaning off the baked on gunk on that short peice of pipe.

Post 690 by drkwng,

#690
I need to do that as well. What parts did you have to remove?

Post 691 by JohnJJr,

#691
Just installed the reverse shifter kit. pretty sweet ... Took er out ( alittle apprehensively ) for a test ride - Was pretty fun ! Tapping downward to shift up in the gears is definitely easier . Pulling up to downshift seems natural as well. Have years of reprogramming to get over so i'll be taking it easy for a bit. Can see the potential though !

Read a couple articles of pro's and con's and ya hear the statement " if you're a street rider reverse shifting is not so important " but if you ride track it's a benefit due to less bodyweight being shifted around during turns while hanging off the bike.... My response to not necessary on the street was " i guess it depends on how hard you ride on the street " - if the street means city riding or commuting then i understand , but alot of the twisties i ride are pretty nice up here , rippin for 40 minutes to an hour straight through twisties is pretty track like i'm thinkin .... anyway - not necessary for street riding might be a subjective statement.

For now i'll keep the reverse in place and put more miles on and come up with my own opinions / findings. Providing i don't kill myself first

Post 692 by JohnJJr,

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Post 695 by drkwng,

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Thanks guys. I ordered a new seal last week and was planning on installing it when I did the SDR seat swap. Might end up doing it sooner now.

Also picked up a cox radiator guard that came in earlier this week. Getting some high-temp black paint on the way home from work then slapping that on while I finish up the MotoBox install.

Post 696 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#696
Got my clutch and ignition carbon covers today and was just wondering what type of silicon should I use to put them on so they
hold well..and don't come off.

Post 697 by samba,

#697
I take it none was included? I got some included with mine so can't be any help

Post 698 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#698
Na mate nothing in the pack just the carbon covers.
was thinking of using just normal silicon,cause that's what they say on the instructions.

Post 699 by MrZ32,

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Post 700 by Razy,

#700
Had the bike laser alined today and was near 15mm out from back to front. All straight now

Post 701 by Hotbrakes,

#701
Yesterday got the ECU remapped at the dealer, tested the -1/+0 sprockets, and was amazed I did not receive an official recognition written on yellow paper for my antics. Installed fork bleeder valves too.
Today I've welded new brackets onto my saddlebag mounts to clear the new cans. Now it's time for a new (er) front tyre for the track this weekend!

Post 702 by scamb66,

#702
Ordered 4x Rizoma indicators and an R&G tail tidy before the Aussie dollar goes completely south.

Post 703 by drkwng,

#703
Slapped on all the MH stuff I got in the mail, remapped and took it for a shake down. Sure does sound different now.

And the tank was a BITCH to get back on. Kind of funny actually, as the dealer that did the 15000km service swears it just popped back in to place. I called them up and asked them to confirm, then said "well why don't you just pop round here and show me how it pops right back". They weren't really interested...

Post 704 by KTM666,

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Post 706 by emuexport,

#706
Swapped the filter out as I needed to clean the plugs again as I had electrical gremlins after washing the bike last week.

Also fitted an outerwears filter to my airbox and sonme swingarm axle covers. BLING!

Apparently if youi dont plug in the secondary flies actuator it is considered an Fi issue

Post 707 by Viking,

#707
Fitted cnc eBay pazzo copy levers. Black stubbys with red adjusters, very impressed with the finish and built of these for the price.

Lifted tank and removed snorkel. Dunno why. .

Removed rear wheel and managed to remove seized chain adjuster bolts from swingarm and lubbed up.

Quite fancy dropping exhaust off and giving it a clean up and fitting these carbon gaskets I see everyone talking about.

Also looked at sas system. Thinking about just wiring in a resistor and cutting pipes and blocking then up next to plates. Assume that would do the same job on the cheap? Dunno why I'm thinking about removing it coz I can't see how it would give any extra performance with it off.

Post 708 by Davo-Singapore,

#708
Thrashed it!

Been up out to Johor across to Galang Patah, picked up some curry puffs and back home again via Tuas.

Burned some more of Pirelli's finest rubber and got the down pipes glowing in the dark..... Early morning Superdukin. Can't beat it!

Post 709 by ktmguy,

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Post 710 by Hotbrakes,

#710
Rode the piss out of it at the track, toasted a Dunlop, and promptly converted it back to a sport tourer when we got home. 500 miles one way first thing tomorrow!

Post 711 by SUPER DUPER DUKE DUDE,

#711
Just had fitted a set of the new Metzeler Z8 and now time to see how they go.

Post 712 by scamb66,

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Post 713 by Viking,

#713
Fitted new Sportsmarts and launched those crappy Diablo Corsas.

Fitted new genuine air filter

Stripped off exhaust and cleaned up. Started with 40grit and worked down to 80 then 120. Fitted new graphite seals (old ones looked fine), and sealed up all joints with exhaust sealer to get good joins. Exhaust sounds different now, a bit deeper and more powerfull, less faffy. Prob had a few small leaks at every join.

I dont have a garage so stripped it all last night so i could take wheels up to garage today. Covered the bike with a hap just incase. Lucky i did, heavy on/off rain all day. Had to brave it and get the wheels on then roll it in shed, fit a few bits, rain goes off, roll it out, heavens open, roll it in, repeat all freakin day . Didn't have tank bolt in and dropped tank down to roll it in and the danm top yoke bolt has scraped by tank when i turned the bars and took a mark out it. I keep the bike well maintained and very clean, but it basically a stunt/fast rd/track whore so i suppose the odd little mark doesnt matter. Still annoys me though coz it keep drawing my eye to it.

Cant wait for this rain to stop so i can get the Dunlops bedded in. Forecast is for rain for next 5 days. Why oh why oh why do i still live in scotland. I hate this country.

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Post 714 by KTM666,

#714
Had my Bike Serviced 9000 miles ....ready for Dyno on monday

I took it to Bob Presslee Motorcycles in Wool Near Dorchester (tel 07896098581).....Bob & Kyle (From Sideways that was) Kyle
gave it a full service and only charged me a fraction of what Sideways use to charge (All KTM parts and 10w -50 Castrol Full stynthetic, changed all fluids shims) top job...its a 120mile round trip for me .(In the pouring rain)......but the best is worth traveling for...they are the only ones I completely trust

Thanks Guys

Post 715 by bic_bicknell,

#715
I got home early today and jumped at the opportunity to start fitting my SDR carbon seat. Crikey, there are a lot of bits in this kit, bags of bolts, unidentifiable parts and pages of instructions. But got stuck in and had all the old dual seat stuff off in about an hour.

As it stands tonight I've got everything off and just starting to put stuff on. I keep feeling like this is what it must be like on that new Norton production line at Silverstone. Bit weird putting brand new components together and seeing a new tail end start to appear.

Looks good with the seat on and no exhausts. Makes me start thinking about getting hold of an RC8 exhaust and making it fit underneath the engine.

KTM instructions do not really help always, they could be better - you've got to make some leaps of intuition and so far I've sorted out what bits are right and where they go. Biggest issue is worrying that there are parts missing from the kit, I have no faith!), when you've got to find a bagged fixing component with a ten digit number and you can't really see what it looks like from the picture so you have to read all the numbers off every bag before you find it. You always seem to have to read through every bag twice (there's about 25 or 30 bags of bits).

Also git a Rizoma tail tidy, a Bikemonkey integrated clear LED indicator/tail light unit and the carbon replacement for the plastic tail parts.

I'll post some pics.

Post 716 by CEREC1,

#716
Hang on I rebuilt the bike(feels like it anyhow)...
Got the 40T KTM orange sprocket fitted and a new Michelin Dual Compound rear tyre installed, fitted a Scotts Steering Damper, GB racing engine covers, Cyrca pro bend hand guards, touring wind screen, and got white KTM body panels fitted front and rear.

Obviously I have been buying parts and sitting on them for so time to appear to me. It looks like a different bike...

Post 717 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 724 by zoddas,

#724
If its Black it must be secondhand.......I asked because I have heard it reduces oil consumption....

Post 725 by scamb66,

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Post 727 by loony888,

#727
went out for 150miles around the Dales, was great fun despite getting rained on for pretty much the whole morning!!

Post 728 by jambox,

#728
i sorted the wiring on the bastard battery box!

Post 729 by jambox,

#729
Took it for an MOT, which I booked last week forgetting today was my B'day

Passed no prob, but I lost my ear plug on the stoney floor (it was a clear end piece which cost £10 for a pair!), but luckily the yellow end from fit and I get this type free at work!

Post 730 by vonhonderwitz,

#730
Just got back from a 5 hour ride, using the back roads of the Highlands!

Post 731 by samba,

#731
Dropped her off at Z Racing in Orange to see about getting my overheating issues sorted.

Post 732 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 734 by loony888,

#734
......sad, sad, sad times

Post 735 by samba,

#735
allright, I've still got a sense of humour!!


still, you guys are right, it is sad, sad, sad, sad times.


I'll probably cry when she gets ridden away

Post 736 by scamb66,

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Post 737 by 990 WFO,

#737
Put the o2 deletes on(have had them for 4 months) and its the only Mod I have done that smoothed out the "snatchy throttle" almost completely... I highly reccomend this!!!

Post 738 by jambox,

#738
Oh nothing just lost my damn keys

I have my VIN number and proof of ownership and all that, is KTM usually good about making new keys? I'm going to call them this afternoon and hopefully get it settled. Can't believe I lost the keys to the beast

Post 739 by scamb66,

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Post 744 by JohnJJr,

#744
Ordered a pair of Attack rear-sets for mine.

Post 745 by 327hj,

#745
Rode for the 4th time since installing the reverse shifter setup . it's Almost second nature .

One thing i do want to mention on a different note , related to bumping the rev limiter to 10.000 rpm. I am just so thrilled that i bumped the limit there. Before i was always hitting the limiter - now it seems just enough that i'm feeling like i'm using the engine and i rarely hit the limiter anymore. It's screamin fun !!

johnny ....

Post 746 by JohnJJr,

#746
You may have seen my bike for sale in the for sale section, but seeing as i have had no interest from anyone to purchase the bike, i figured i might as well modify it!

Just installed a Moto Hooligan airbox, removed secondary flies and shafts, and SAS system. Remapped with James map with Rallsies info.

Motobox definitely makes a fair bit more noise when the throttle is wide open! and thankfully the backfiring is gone thanks to the SAS blockoffs.

Have only taken if for a short shake down run, seems better, but difficult to tell around town without getting arrested.

I am undecided as to wether or not i should have the DB killers in or out? At present i have them in, this thing with the open Yoshi's is pretty damn loud! I found that before the motobox that it ran better in the mid range with the DB killers in, or at least it seemed like it. Anyone else have a similar setup who can comment on how it runs either way?

Post 747 by ktmguy,

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Post 748 by JohnJJr,

#748
Finally after 9 months I got the SD over from NZ to Australia. Arrived last week in the container after shipping it 3 weeks ago.
Unloaded it yesterday evening. It was very good to admire it and sit on it again. Resisted the temptation to push the starter button till I could put some new petrol in it. While it was in storage in NZ it was sitting on a trickle charger and the battery whas still fine after the sea voyage.
Poored fresh petrol in today and pushed the starter button. Whould you believe it, fired up first go....
Couldn't resist riding it round the block... got the adrenaline going...

Will have it registered this week so I can take it for a proper spin...(licking lips)

Post 749 by jambox,

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Post 750 by 327hj,

#750
Just got back from a random, impromptu ride out to the Cairngorms. All due to having a powercut and not being bothered to wait for it to come back on.

First thing that happened was I got pulled by a marked cop car because I "looked like I was enjoying myself a bit too much". But it was all good, because they pulled me to tell me to watch my speed as there was an un-marked M3 doing the rounds and I would get done for sure. One of the coppers (a gixxer6 rider) then started asking me about the SD and said "you must have a lot of fun on that thing"

Next up was a broken convoy of 6 Caterhams who wanted a little play, to which I obliged. Half had helmets, half only had a head set on...

Then there was a Tuono who over took me on a straight not too far away form a corner , I was cruising along and he can steaming past. He pulled away on the straights as I was trying to conserve my rear tyre, but I managed to close the gap in every corner (he wasn't hanging around in them either) to the extent that I was toe/peg scrapping. He also was doing dangerous over-takes and I finally let him go when he jump a red light a some road works, but saw him pull into a car park in the next town, so he wasn't that far ahead.

And finally, I got back and saw that the threads are starting to so on the rear. Time to get a new one I think.

Post 751 by harvester,

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Post 752 by JohnJJr,

#752
I was at a 1-day 730 km trip in the Austrian mountains to show her her home
Maybe because of the high altitudes or the gasoline, the snatchiness came back.. Sometimes it was worse, sometimes I didn't feel it.. If I allow to idle for some minutes the bike was fine, at another stop I didn't have time to idle and snatchiness came back again (but the motor was warm when I started it). Little weird, isn't it?

Post 753 by shadowman,

#753
Lined up a very hot date for a passenger for the SD ride to Yosemite national park
with an overnite stay at a casino just outside the yosemite national park .

all to take place during the month of sept ! uwww boy ! whoah naw !! hehe

the Duke's first passenger - my rule : Females only and no fat chicks lol

johnny

Post 754 by Viking,

#754
Nice day yesterday so took the SD for a blast to see a mate about 55 miles away.

Coming back had a ten mile dice with an Audi RS4. Closer than you would think. Acceleration seemed similar in the 60 - 120 range and whilst his brakes would have been better had we been on a track we didn't need to do a lot of heavy braking so they didn’t come into play. I held back a bit as I was wearing trousers with the structural integrity of wet tissue paper and I had had a huge Sunday lunch so I wasn't at my sharpest. Eventually we met a bit of traffic in a tighter section where he couldn’t easily sweep past and I took the opportunity to demonstrate why two wheels can be an advantage.

Was good fun, he was clearly a good driver and we had our extended road game without scaring or otherwise inconveniencing the natives in any way. In the real world on the road a bike will always win because it's thin and can pass where any car, even a well driven 500HP car can't.

That’s the second fast car I have raced on the SD. The first was a bright green (Kawasaki green) Lambo, I got so carried away I forgot to fill up on that occasion and ran clean out of gas!!

Post 755 by ktmguy,

#755
After much pissing around with paperwork I finally got the SD registered in Queensland. Fitted the licence plate and it's all go now.
Just look out fot the plod as she is a bit faster than the Husky I ride to work normally.

Anyway the smile is back and got me all pumped on the way to work this morning at 6 am.
Great to be back on it!!!1

Post 756 by joey120373,

#756
Ok, so not today but this week for my 07 SD, I changed the oil, ordered a K&N filter for my MH air box ( turned out to be the wrong unit ), ordered a cable so i can use tune ECU(still waiting), instaled O2 eliminators, bought an 08SDR header set (waiting in them too), ordered MH block off plates and secondary throttle plates (will be installed soon) and installed a 40 tooth rear sprocket.

Already have FMF cans, so i am running out of mods, she is almost where i want her performance wise, next up will be tail tidy, frame sliders, levers, LED lighting, possible dual velocity stacks.

I also intend to install a single WB O2 sensor with display soon, and dual knock sensors as well......

i wish i did not have to work so much.....

Post 757 by mattipoeka,

#757
Getting it to weekend trip to track days!

Post 758 by jambox,

#758
Went to work on it as it was a glorious day and had just been out for a ride.

About 1hr before I finshed, the skys go black and a thunder/lightening storm appears. On the way from work, the storm is still going on and there has been flash floods

Aqua-planing on the SD ain't no fun!

Post 759 by harvester,

#759
Was at the dealer to check valve clearances -> they were factory spec after almost 30k km
He said I have to change the rear exhaust camshaft because it has signs of wear, the hardened surface is gone -> will cost 190 USD plus work
He has also balanced thottle bodies, but I think at too cold -> snatchiness is worse now in almost 40°C

Post 760 by MADDOG53,

#760
Got a set of new tank graphix in orange from SD220 installed on me carbon panels,, looks complete now,,,,just those bugger headlight mask wings to install now and it will be all black, and carbon,,

Post 761 by KTM666,

#761
Just Fitted my birthday present G2 throttle with .25 Cam I will try out tomorrow..

Post 762 by drkwng,

#762
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Post 763 by Superdan,

#763
Rearsets?

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Post 766 by joey120373,

#766
Replaced the oil sight tube and topped her off afterward. Then I worked on cleaning up the wiring for my new HID headlamp installed earlier in the week. All is well!

Post 767 by 990 WFO,

#767
ordered some slim ballasts and different color HID bulbs, waiting on those

Pulled the FMF Y-pipe off, drilled and welded a bung to it for a wide band O2 sensor, went for a short ride, very informative, she is lean just about everywhere, especially idle and light throttle under 4k, not quite hitting the sweet spot of 13.2-12.5/1 under full power, best i could see (really needs to be logged, trying to watch a gauge is not easy or safe) was ~13.8/1. SO this gives me great hope

once i get the fueling sorted i hope it will run even better.

still waiting on:

tune ECU cable (note: if you are in the US, be sure to find a local seller with one in stock, waiting on shipping is just not worth the money saved )
08 SDR exhaust

Post 768 by lcjohnny,

#768
Uploaded a beta custom tune via TuneECU. My bike absolutely rips now. Good amount of ignition advance with a lot more fuel. The map still needs some light touches to it but I can wait patiently with the current map

Shopping online at different sprocket combo's. I've heard great things about the 16/40 combo but most of my miles are on the highway so I don't want to ruin the usability. Anyone use the 16/40 on the highway a lot? I sit at 64 mph dead at 4K RPM in 6th gear. How much higher in the revs will I be?

Post 769 by 990 WFO,

#769
Bloody hell all i feel well out done!
All i did was check TPS voltage, synch the throttles & upload the map to match the pipes. (Bloody good thing too as it cuts out when the map doesn't match the pipes )

990WFO are you going to run that wide band sensor to the ECU? Can the standard ECU handle that?

Jon

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Post 772 by shadowman,

#772
Do you like your 16/40 combo? Top speed doesn't concern me, I just don't want to have to be at some ridiculous RPM's to maintain highway speeds (anywhere from 15 to 80 mph depending on the time).

Post 773 by RED ZX,

#773
Does running out of fuel count as doing something to it?

Figured I could make my local forecourt when returning about 25 miles from a visit to my folks. Failed to factor in an XKR Jag in a sporty mood which required a surprising amount of full throttle to dispose of. I came up about 3 miles short.

Being on the side of the road where all the cars I had recently passed would soon be re passing me I had to think quick. Helmet off, jacket open and pretend to be deep in conversation as they all sailed by, dignity just about preserved.

My own stupidity still has the capacity to surprise me sometimes.

Post 774 by scamb66,

#774
Nothing directly on the SDR, but I have booked in 3 weeks of holidays soon, and am planning on getting out for a 4-5 day solo riding trip around some great roads. The plan is to just wait until the perfect weather then piss off and come home when I have either had enough or have run out of money.

Post 775 by KTM666,

#775
Fitted R&G tail tidy and lots of stuffing about finally got Rizoma Zeros on along with it. Oh and some Chinese levers which turned out to be not too bad quality and fitted without any issues.

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Post 777 by 990 WFO,

#777
Reblead clutch after fitted Oberon slave. Ended up having to use a syringe to inject fluid in through the master cylinder bleed nipple to get all the air out. Had been ok, rideable but a tiny bit spongey. Must have been a tiny air bubble trapped in there. Finished up using a hose for the final flush through and bleeding the fluid straight back into the resevoir. Tight scotsman here. Refusing to spend £4 on another 500ml of mineral oil.

Checked and reset rider sags AGAIN!!! . As per last pic, after a bit of thought i wasnt happy with the mess the rear tyre was in after the last track day even after adjusting the pressures. Bike turned ok but thinking back it could have been a little bit easier turn on the throttle so i put 1 more turn of preload on the rear. Took the rear up 3mm but as it has shifted the weight it also ended up dropping the front sag 1-2mm as a side effect. Quick run on the road and it feels better. Oulton Park in a weeks time will show all.

Bedded in the new carbon lorraine pads. Very impressed with these. Loads of bite with very little lever pressure needed. £50 for full set.

Cracked a random 2nd gear wheelie and got the speedo to read 7mph while in the air which i was pretty happy with considering it was an impromtu effort with just jeans and a jacket on. Been using the speedo as a wheelie distance guage . Goal is to get it to read zero, then i know it's a good one.

Post 778 by KTM666,

#778
I'll look into the g2 with the cam, as one of my few complaints about the bike now is the throttle. Holding the handlebars naturally and twisting your throttle wrist all the way back only twists the throttle back about 80%. I have to have my wrist at an odd angle to be able to pull the throttle wide open, which of course I always forget to do. After that I just need some orange bling

Post 779 by Viking,

#779
Viking where did u get your brake pads from? seems a good deal. cheers Dicy

Post 780 by nampus,

#780
Got them from Jim Allan Motorcycles in Falkirk. My local bike shop. I'm sure they have a website, but if you call up and ask for Dave he'll sort you out. I always wait for him as he always gives a great deal on parts.

Even if you say to him your mate just got a set off him for 50quid. He'll remember me, I still have to pick up my 40t rear sprocket later in he week coz we're waiting on Talon anodizing it in silver.

Post 781 by mattipoeka,

#781
I decorated it with some nice bugs this evening. Had a nice ride round my local 'circuit'

Post 782 by Anata,

#782
Made couple videos from last weekend.. so not actually from today




Post 783 by 990 WFO,

#783
Went for a proper rip tonight in the cool air (15C) and she's running sweet. That motobox definitely loves the cooler temperatures

Post 784 by 990 WFO,

#784
Just went for a good ride also. And agreed, the Motobox gulps down that cold air like a fat chick gulps down twinkies. Parked it in the garage and there was a red/white Ducati Monster 1100 Evo in one of the bike parking spaces. It's rider was just getting ready to leave as I was parking. He started it up and it sounded decent (bone stock), when he rides by only a couple feet away and punches it as soon as he gets out of the garage. Challenge accepted, good sir. See you out on the street

Post 785 by joey120373,

#785
On another note I ordered my G2 throttle tube with cam (.25) as well as a Motohooligan clutch cover. I'm running out of performance mods so I need to spice up the bikes appearance. Going to order some vinyl decals as well as orange wheel rim tape tomorrow.

Post 786 by Anata,

#786
got home late from work last night, about 8pm. cable for TuneECU was waiting for me in the mailbox.

Did a little housework, took a shower tried to go to sleep as i had to get up at 4am for work. Could not sleep so I drove to work where the SD was parked.

due to a horribly slow filtered network i waited for almost an hour before i finally got the most recent version of Tune ECU loaded and a proper tune for my SD, sometime around 1:30am i hit the download button.................

from ~1:40 am till 4:30am I could not quit "test rides" and playing with tuneECU.

completely different bike, amazing, I knew it needed more fuel, but completely blew me away how much better it is.



Cant wait to get back to town and hit it again.

Post 787 by RRR,

#787
Fitted some chinese levers and swapped my HID lights over so I now have the low beam instead of the high as I can only fit 1 kit in. Didn't get a whole lot of riding in as we had a nasty bit of summer rain in the morning.

Post 788 by wille,

#788
I bought mine a full Ti evo system (cheers Phil) , cost me a holiday to Lindos in october for my better half tho . worth every penny

take it easy

Rich

Post 789 by RED ZX,

#789
Installed some fresh rubber (Diablo Corsa III) and went straight for four hours into circuit. Sweet.

Post 790 by JohnJJr,

#790
Received my new Cox radiator guard. Will most likely fit it tomorrow when I have the energy.

Post 791 by TLS_Russ,

#791
Rode the little monster today .......Image out to Alices Restaurant. Runnin tip top . Have the New Dunlop Q2 scrubbed in on the rear. Way too much fun....

i have a question though maybe someone can answer regarding gearing and tachometer readings - is it safe to say if the bike will do 73mph in top gear at 5,000 rpm that it will have a top speed of twice 73mph or 146top speed at 10,000 rpm which my rev limiter is set to --- well it's actually set to 10,300 but you understand ?

johnny


ps. Forgot to mention , saw a RC8 up at Alices yesterday too - look'n pretty nice and sounding well too. Why couldn't they put that engine into the new SD's ?

Post 792 by RED ZX,

#792
yep near enough, the tyres grow at high speed, centrifugal force and heat, so you might be going a bit faster before you `theoretically` reach the limiter in top, speedo error is also a factor....... so near enough

Post 793 by 990 WFO,

#793
But as you reach higher speed you have greater wind resistance, and you will start to get some tyre slip, so the tyre is moving slightly faster than the road beneath it. This can attribute to some speedo error on bikes that take the speed pickup from the chain or the rear wheel. The SD takes it from the front wheel so it is inherently more accurate.

Post 794 by JohnJJr,

#794
Installed my G2 Quick Action throttle today. Was very easy with the exception of cutting through the housing. I wasn't sure what to cut at first or how far to cut it. After a while I said @%#$ it and cut all the way through the bottom of the housing (you can see the .025 cam if you look at the housing from beneath). Not sure if that's how it's supposed to be installed but oh well, it works.

A quick review since I haven't seen many, this mod is awesome, IF your stock throttle/mapping is smooth. My bike runs awesome and I have no throttle snatch at all. However my current throttle needed an unnatural amount of twist to reach 100% open. As a result I rarely ever reached true full power. Now with this current set up, full power is just a flick of the wrist away. So the bike feels like it gained A LOT of power (since instead of going stock WOT and only getting 85% I'm now going G2 WOT and getting the full 100% out of my engine). The effect is truly awesome, it genuinely feels like I picked up another 5 horsepower.

As far as slow riding goes, it's even easier than stock. Again my bike runs very smooth, so as far as low speeds go I just use slightly less throttle which equates to less wrist effort/strain. It really brings out even more of the hooligan in you, because full power takes little-to-no effort so I constantly punched it today for no reason other than I could. I would recommend this mod to anyone who has silky smooth throttle/fueling and is tired of the laggy and inaccurate stock throttle cam.

Post 795 by preey,

#795
Installed a fuel filter between TB and gas tank - i feel better now

got my first ticket on motorcycle in 3 years yesterday -- was passing on shoulder of road. Kinda a hokey ticket - you know - traffic at dead stop - mile long line of cars. In california you can pass between cars and between lanes with inches of clearance and it's legal , but pull off to the right onto the shoulder where it's infinately more safe and you're a criminal ---- i FOOKIN hate Laws !!

Copper was like " What's your hurry " - me "No hurry" - copper: " Ah so you just feel the rules don't apply to you " - me of course wanted to say "Fook you and your rules" - you need to write a ticket write it but spare me the sanctimonious bullshiat !

oh well.

bike's runnin phenomenal life is good.

johnny

Post 796 by mattipoeka,

#796
Practically forgot I have one

Just don't get the time to go on it. 440 miles in 6weeks. Used to do that every couple of days.

Post 797 by JohnJJr,

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Post 798 by matt_black,

#798
Almost got driven over at the parking lot

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Post 801 by RED ZX,

#801
Yesterday I developed a problem. Feels like the bike is running out of fuel, suspect dirty filter.

2010 SDR with 8000km on it, rode prefect on Friday, then on Saturday morning I headed off to Brisbane. Rode 55km, got fuel, rode another 60km without a problem, stopped and grabbed my new SuperDuke t-shirts, then headed home. 50km into the return trip on the highway I went to accelerate past a truck and it started stuttering and lost power. Back of the throttle for a second and it comes good, give it another twist and it will accelerate for 1 second before dieing again. No fault codes at all.

Managed to limp it home and I have arranged to take it in tomorrow morning to the dealer to get looked at.

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Post 804 by drkwng,

#804
Crashed mine, when one of the guys from today's ride decided to turn right; right into me.

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Post 807 by drkwng,

#807
We were on the street, and damage is minimal. We were all coming up to a stop, thus pulling up alongside, when he decided to undercut the intersection and dive right without giving any sign of his intention.

Post 808 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#808
Thought luck drkwng

Get some bling to make up the damage LOL

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Post 811 by oafboy182,

#811
Much apreich' Cerec1

30 years of riding. I have to think back to the 80s Avons on my Ducati Pantah 600 to think of a comparable tyre.

Jeez! I am a front end rider who like yourself, have had Michelin Pilot powers on my SD/Duke 3/ and Downgeared R1!

A great tyre AFAIAC.

If I had a camera. My antics would have made a brill Vid.

And of course you are right. Worse days are looming. 3000 miles? Never. ever

Never done track.

Post 812 by JohnJJr,

#812
Fitted my new rectifier after waiting over 2 weeks for it to arrive. Now I can get a ride in this weekend after a month off the bike. I'm just glad it decided to go completely tits up in the garage so I didn't get stranded anywhere.

Post 813 by Crotchrockety,

#813
Just got back from taking this chick out for an all day ride ........ First date .... Leah ! Fire Dancer - tattoo Artist ...

I had a blast ! She was too cool ..... Half her head shaved w/ a tattoo on it - Piercings everywhere , tattoos everywhere.
Killer Bod - nice - really nice personality......... She said " I love sporties "...

Told her she's my first passenger on the duke so i'll be taking it kinda easy on her ... Later that day after a stop or two she says to me " You can go as fast as you want i won't get scared " ROFL -------- GIRL you don't know what you're asking

Lots of speed in the twisties - she was funny - she figured out where i was gona start cranking the throttle - and would hunker down behind me -----
anyway - had a great day - Loved her...

she said " call me next week " - think i'll do just that

(-:

Post 814 by MrZ32,

#814
Well, its hard to follow the post above, but I took the old girl out and gave her a proper flogging today. (Damn oil site glass is broken). Counting down to Monday when I drop her off at Bazzaz.

Post 815 by 327hj,

#815
I finally got my bike back (good to have it back)... upon closer inspection there is a lot that team homo missed.

-when they replaced my lever, they managed to forget the springs in levers (buying aftermarkets... shouldnt need to do this)
-forgot to install some of the bolts (luckily i have spares)
-the bolts were not torqued up correctly in the whole front end including head bearing (some were finger tight, others would have been until they could not be tightened any tighter). - so i have pulled it all apart and put it back together again
-they replaced the front wheel and not the rim tape
-replaced fork lower leg and didnt have it paint black like it was
-finally after more argument than what is was worth to get a front tyre on the bike
-didnt replace the bar ends which were covered under insurance (somehow they reckon that it was f*cked from general wear and tear.. buying a new pair myself)
-they changed the oil (dont know to what), and didnt put enough in (at min mark even when warm)
-oh and when they reinstalled my dampener, they had it so it was clashing with my radiator leaving a big dent in it

The assessor for QBE motorcycle insurance is either incompetent or negligent with what he came up with... all this crap for something that wasnt even my fault.



Oh and to get my new helmet i need to send it by post over 2500km via post at my expense... needless to say that when i got my bike back i cancelled my insurance with QBE and went to Aami who grab it all when you have the accident as well as the bike and they look after it all.

All i have to say is that QBE motorcycle insurance group are a bunch of c*nts!

And I remember why i didnt want my bike to go to Team Homo... never again.. will source all parts from the states for a third of the price and 8 times faster and do it all myself... useless


-question, what weight fork oil and height does the manual call for? as I need to check if it matches what was put in by the suspension specialist in the other fork (yes i told them to put in what was in the other side but they wouldnt listen)... rant over!!!

but i am happy that the 'General' is back... fun times ahead

Post 816 by MADDOG53,

#816
Put a new fuel filter in yesterday as well as a G2 050 cam, and went for a decent ride ride, its all back to normal and running really sweet.

Dremelled the inside of the throttle housing to fit in the new 025 cam, and installed it. Its has been pissing down all day today so probably wont get a chance to test it until next weekend.

Post 817 by Bert,

#817
Installed a bit of bling in the form of a orange Zeta steering stem nut,,,,,the stocker was finger tight gotta get a torque wrench this week and go over EVERY nut and bolt on this thing,,,,

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#818
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Post 821 by Bigmeanie11,

#821
Took the bike to Bazzaz today for the full Monte. They'll have it about a week. Stay tuned.

Post 822 by JohnJJr,

#822
Added my MiVV exhaust, new bars, added some orange stuff and will be getting PC III and custom map next week...

Post 823 by Viking,

#823
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that's the front Q2 Dunlop i just replaced due to just getting into the cord you can see on the top of the photo. there are however 3 layers of cords on these tyres on the front unlike the back w / only 2 layers of cord. So there's actually quite a bit of rubber left -

Number 2:
Image I just moved the tubes down into the triple clamp just slightly more than 1/8 " more- if you look kinda close in the photo you can see where i had them set before ( you can see the line ) . What i've noticed is the factory seems to set these bikes up with the tubes sticking up above the triple clamp by almost 1/8th inch as mine was when i got it. So my tubes have been pushed into the triple clamps easily 3/8 inch . Even the change i made today ( slightly over 1/8 inch more ) made a significant difference . Impressive how much little changes can make a big difference especially up front on the front end ... My personal feeling is , that's as far as i'd like to go . It used to be twitchy up front now it just tracks and feels loads more stable ...

Third of interest : Those little rubber thingies to slip over the rim when changing tyres - i don't like em - at least the ones i got - they're too spongy and using the tyre iron just squishes the little bugger and i nicked the fookin rim as the tyre iron pressed through the plastic gizzy ...... So what i did is once i got the tyre off i mounted the rim back on the bike NO tyre and spun the rim by hand and using a file took the powder coating and made a sort of rim stripe as you can see up front.... It doesn't look even only because of the angle changing --- but i'm ok with the look ! and i won't have to worry so much about nicking the rim in the future .... I guess paying 20 bucks to have the shops change tyres is kinda worth it - if they Muck up your rim they buy ya a new one..... Photo below ;

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Lastly :

I decided to start buffing the matt finish on my gas tank to bring some gloss up ... It buffs out very easily - i didn't use any machine and only by hand and it gloss'd up pretty easily - i should just use the polishing pad i have to bring up all the gloss - again - i think buffing it to a gloss seems to add a bit of lustre to the bike - check it out --->

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as you can see that center section of the tank is quite a bit glossier than that right matt finish section ...
well that's all i'm sayin for now.

ciao
johnny

Post 824 by Colonel_Klinck,

#824
I also run my forks 5mm down into the yokes as well. Gives far better stability through corners as I never had total faith of it not washing out but mine is a 06 and the geometry is slightly different to 07 onwards, plus I have a SDR shock which has raised the rear 10mm. GoGo had a off set top yoke so he could push the forks down. He found it gave him far better corner stability but he was pushing harder than us mere mortals.

Post 825 by JohnJJr,

#825
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Post 827 by BASH69,

#827
BBBBBBOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM - NUFF SED!!!!!

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And trust me when i say the pics REALLY DONT show how bright the colour is

Post 828 by tripoddave,

#828
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Post 829 by MrZ32,

#829
i think he got inspiration from the asian chick with the pink KTM adventure and and matching gear with tootoo

i guess it will stand out... drifters have been using this colour for years to make it stand out more... and i guess improve the chances of the sponsorship decals being paid attention to

Post 830 by samba,

#830
ha! Stew, wtf?! Very interested to see the final product

Post 831 by samba,

#831
also, what you doin about the VIN?

Post 832 by BASH69,

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Post 834 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 835 by nampus,

#835
That colour is awesome! Is the rest going to be all black?

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Post 837 by MADDOG53,

#837
You wanted different,,,, you got different now it's gotta go back together without a chip in the paint

Post 838 by wille,

#838
Got it back from local stealer from 22500km service and new steering bearing and front suspension maintenance. Had some water inside left side.
Unfortunately bike is now ready for soon to be winter.

505€.

Post 839 by MrZ32,

#839
well not as bright or labour intensive as ashes but

I wanted more air getting to the airbox from the front so I removed those front panels a while ago... problem is as speed builds up, the fairings flex 'out' and can only end badly one day, so I made up some prototype brackets out of aluminium to stop this while allowing all the 'ram air' to reach the airbox as well as aiding in cooling in traffic.

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seem to do the job nicely, may fine tune or paint black one day... will see

and Indy, if you see this can you find the that melted velocity stack, it is going to be cut in half to get an accurate profile for the CNC ones with the proper lip design im making at uni

Post 840 by BASH69,

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Post 845 by MrZ32,

#845
Yes but are 70 euro.. I can do It much cheaper

Post 846 by MADDOG53,

#846
Another peice in the CF puzzle arrived today in the form of an Akra sprocket guard,,,,,,better than ,,uh,,,"plastic",,three more peices to go ,,,,,but,,,going for a Scott's next,,,

Post 847 by samba,

#847
mine was loaded on a truck in new york where its going to miami, and then is put on a boat and finally arrives at a shore near me

Post 848 by Jody,

#848
Today I booked mine for it's first ever MOT
Never put a vehicle through it's first MOT before
Hope they don't fail for melted tyres as it's still got the metzlers I used at Oulton last month.

Post 849 by drkwng,

#849
Got new tyres for mine.

Post 850 by Jody,

#850
Mot'd

headlight aim too high
no reflector on the back

"but we'll pass it because we know you" !!

Post 851 by rob1botes,

#851
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Post 852 by nampus,

#852
Very cool place St Maarten.....I stayed there for two months back in 1994. But as far as I can remember, the longest piece of straight road was the airport's runway..lol...but hey, that's not what our SDs are for, right?....have fun on the hills & the twisties.
Look really forward to vacationing on that gem of an island in the near future again. Hope you scoot arrived safely.

Cheers Rob

Post 853 by sequentialshift,

#853
Gorilla alarm installed (insurance company requirement) and CRG bar-end mirrors installed (I love the look after getting rid of the stock mirrors).

Post 854 by BASH69,

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Post 856 by JohnJJr,

#856
Pictures speak a thousand rude words ... Anyone else had this happen ?.. it seems to have blown itself apart at the seams . It explains why it suddenly got all poppy and bangin though .
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Post 857 by Viking,

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Post 860 by Viking,

#860
Removed the secondary flies (left the shafts in)

Took off the rear side panels. Not sure if i like it like this or not. Lots of staring and chin rubbing going on.

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Post 861 by Viking,

#861
better than before the off mate !!

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Post 865 by PBRnr,

#865
If you remove the passenger peg mounts, without the panels would look awesome!

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Post 867 by MrZ32,

#867
gooo the all blacks and thank you Countdown

Post 868 by JohnJJr,

#868
Put the bike back into the shop.. Still head shaking after doing all the usuals to fix it

Post 869 by cdlabate,

#869
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Been ridin alot as usual . Been workin pretty hard to get rid of chicken strips on the Dunlop Q2's , finally getting there (-:
Went riding with some friends - Anyone have those Motards that come up along side of you in the twisties and go along right next to you like they're teasin eggin ya on - or like look how badass they feel they are on their motards???? Just gota say - this happened to me 2ce now . First time the guy had me on a day when i was "Done" and just taking an easy ride home - Pulls right along side in the twisties / pauses there for a bit - then blasts on by and he kinda got the better of me / One i don't like that bit of skyline heading north , all shadows and i never ride it going north , so i was workin hard and didn't like it.... ....... Happened again to me 2 days ago on one of my favorite roads in Woodside while riding with some friends - the motard had already passed my friends and i was in the lead - then he comes up along side of me ( Right next to me ) and hovers there like "Look at me how cool i am on my motard" ROFL ------- and then he Blasts on by me -

So i pull the hot pursuit !!! and put nothing but pressure on the guy - i'm somewhat pissed , not gona let this Shat happen the second time right ? and i'm "ON" for the most part this day gettin the most out of my riding ... So i'm doggin the guy pretty hard and i could see he's gettin pretty twitchy , and i'm pretty cool this day and on his ass. He turns completely around and blatantly stares me down with this totally Defiant look for about 4 seconds , then as soon as he turned back around i just blasted him !! RIPPED !! and once in front Holy shat don't think i've ever ridden that fast - Oh well it was fun .. So that's what i been doin ......

Oh - gave it a pretty good cleaning ( haven't wiped it down for about a month ) i usually wipe down after every ride. and Lub'd the chain

john

Post 870 by PBRnr,

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Post 871 by nampus,

#871
+1 john

Post 872 by bic_bicknell,

#872
Put my indicator back in place, removed a lot of greasy crap from the rear wheel and then polished it with some wax.
It's nice and shiny black again.

Post 873 by MADDOG53,

#873
Today, I ordered a gear shift indicator, talked to the UK importer of Braketec iron discs and spent the last hour cleaning up an '08 black swingarm I just got from Ebay for a song.

Despite work I got a bit of an SD day afterall.

Post 874 by Viking,

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Post 875 by MrZ32,

#875
Stood back and looked at the tiny space I have had to rebuild the bike in. Decided I have to do the ultimate and most expensive mod ever for the bike and buy it a new house with a garage.

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Sent forks off to be serviced and reshimmed.

Ordered Tune ECU cable parts. That thread is a pain in the ass. All info is scattered over 47 pages so the basic facts and tips are all over the place and take ages of searching to find. After trawling through it I decided to just use the cable for diagnostics,switching off secondarys and O2 sensors, and to adjust idle and rev limit if reqd. Will just run PC3 with my usual map as it runs well and gives good power with no flat spots. Seem like a lot of mucking about for nothing converting my PC3 map to hex and flashing it into ECU.

Post 876 by Davey Sprocket,

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Post 877 by Viking,

#877
"Stood back and looked at the tiny space I have had to rebuild the bike in. Decided I have to do the ultimate and most expensive mod ever for the bike and buy it a new house with a garage. "

Problem is, you'll have to sell the bike to afford it!!!

Post 878 by Viking,

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Post 880 by Jody,

#880
Using design cues of the black RC8 I got busy with some vinyl, pretty happy with the results. Finally got round to fitting the Rizomas and R&G tail tidy.
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+ a couple of pics out and about with Linga from here. These were taken on the corner where Australian touring car legend Peter Brock was killed.
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And just ond to shame Linga into taking his reflectors off (too busy he reckons)
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Post 881 by turnip,

#881
fitted a HM strainguage quickshifter! Pretty awesome round donington park!

Post 882 by turnip,

#882
yesterday I took the exhaust off the rear cylinder to have it welded as the flange had broken clean off !

Post 883 by KTM666,

#883
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Post 888 by Viking,

#888
Problem is there ain't too many good tuners about here. My mate just got his Fireblade race bike blueprinted, cams, head work and mapped by one of the guys who get a good rep up here and he couldn't shake a standard Blade on the straight at snetterton last week!

There were words crossed, oh yes. .

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Post 890 by KTM666,

#890
.......Or a DNA mk3 (had both....about 20% more gain).......

Post 891 by Viking,

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Post 892 by Viking,

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Post 893 by stalker,

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Post 894 by Viking,

#894
Yep!

That sounds like Track day Life to me.

Now don't get me wrong I've had bikes for nigh on 35 years now and do realise that. "Them roads ain't what they yoused to be" . But F**k Off. I could have more fun getting to the track than paying to get on it!

Like the look of Cadwell though.

I will be getting Pipes/Airbox/PCIII/Map and suspension.(Softer springs.) plus some cosmetics done over the next few weeks.

And I can still guarantee.

I'll keep it all to myself. (For fear of being ridiculed for the fortunes I have spent.).
With ability unenhanced.

Hope we can meet up.

BTW. Cannot believe. I was driving past Knockhill. Probably just as you were carting your Bike into the back of a van

Oh and my "Off" was total pedestrian compared to yours.

But Hey! "Ces't la vie".

Post 895 by Crotchrockety,

#895
cadwell is well worth the money fakujak72, i watched a load of you tube clips but they dont show the amount of uphill and downhill.

Post 896 by speedmotorrad,

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Post 897 by JohnJJr,

#897
Installed a new set of hoops. I think I'll take 'em out for a break in ride.

Post 898 by indy84,

#898
I posed it on my patio in front of some mums and pumpkins.

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Post 899 by MrZ32,

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Post 900 by Jody,

#900
^That pic kinda makes me wish I had picked up an orange one.

Post 901 by the_shakes,

#901
picked up my all the elements to my new exhaust... TOP SECRET... full thread to be in "how to do it" to come

Post 902 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#902
I think I know what it is... Won't give it away if I'm right. Can't wait to see it done though;)

Post 903 by JohnJJr,

#903
Viking says:

"I haven't got a clue what your talking about here. Your probably an ok guy but I can't make head or tail of your drunk posts on here."

Yep that's about right.

Just starting to get drunk again right now. After putting the required parts back on my bike and recharging the battery.(AA. left the key in with the ignition on whilst transporting my Bike home... )

My injuries are stopping me riding atmo. But a couple of days should see me back on the road and ordering. The Bling I want to make it good.

Post 904 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#904
Refitted the rear header pipe after my mate welded it for me, pukka job and only charged £25.

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Also noticed this mark on the swingarm

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Must be from where the R6 hit me

Post 905 by 990 WFO,

#905
I tightened my side stand bolt.

Luckily, something shiny on the ground caught my attention and I noticed it , the damn bolt had nearly backed itself all the way out.

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Don't forget to look over you bikes every once in a while...

Post 906 by Viking,

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Post 907 by JohnJJr,

#907
Well i've THOUGHT about riding - does that count ?

I'm getting withdrawls not having ridden for today makes 3 days !!! WHAT ?????????? R U FOOKIN KIDDING ME !!!!

maybe later today ............

Post 908 by MrZ32,

#908
More bling for the winter upgrades eheeh

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Post 909 by Viking,

#909
Thanks guys.

I take onboared your tips.

Exhaust and airbox are coming from USA. So may take a wee while.

Drysdales inform me, they have a WP set up rig and that they can strip shocks and can get advice from the WP technicians that tuned the Battle series bikes?

I am not really looking to "Supertune "Just more Streetable.

Post 910 by MrZ32,

#910
Def worthwhile for street. For all it takes and the result it gives its well worth it. Would compliment your motobox and PC well. All you need is 4 plastic number plate screws and a wee bit silicone to seal up the holes.

Easiest option would prob be to just take the flies off and leave the shafts in, then just turn them off with tune ECU. Easily put back then if you didn't like it.


I didn't know Drysdales did set up work. My forks are in with Eddie at ERS Racing based at Knockhill. Gets a good rep. I'll give him a shot and see how he does with the WP stuff.

Post 911 by KTM666,

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Post 912 by JohnJJr,

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Post 913 by AGRO!,

#913
Ok - so i'm kinda moody today - actually even a bit pissed off .
finally get the SD out for a ride about 5pm out to Alices Restaurant.

goin up hwy 84 to Alices hittin the throttle a little harder than usual and feelin the rear tyre breaking away more than usual.

hop off at Alices for about 25 minutes to sulk a bit . Head down the back side of hwy84 to the coast ( nice twisty ) and get
into a pretty serious drift at about fookin 70 to 80mph , this is kinda why i like hot pavement during the daylight - the drifting
taking place at twilight / cold and slight fog .... anyway - it's all good . and i'm still pissy and sulking ........ thought this
bike would cure all my ills - NO !! LOL

Post 914 by JohnJJr,

#914
Have you ever noticed that sometimes when your hard on the gas and then back off that the bike will tend to feel like it still wants to pick up its only a slight amount. Well after removing flies and shafts it doesn't do this any more.
I used to just run like MrZ said flies in and set at 100% but with flies and shafts out my bike is heaps better. Take those flies and shafts out they suck!

Post 915 by JohnJJr,

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Post 916 by turnip,

#916
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had to post more of what i did to the SD while out riding .

ridin on the edge (-:

LOL - i get some bragging rights up at Alices Restaurant this weekend now (-:

Post 917 by samba,

#917
...Standard SD '07 purchased 2nd hand with R&D bobbins and sliders
a year ago... added the heel guards from Motohooligan
then for the last few months I was thinking of selling up for a bit of a change (e.g. RC8 or something else) but instead last week I added Akrapovic Ti round slip-ons, had header pipe gaskets replaced and KTM race can ECU map applied.

I had to post here to exclaim my surprise at how much of a difference it has made! There is also what feels like a power band noticeable now in the higher revs. As per Gregz post (), this is a brilliant mod. Baffles out at the moment. The original exhaust is unbelieveably heavy - WOW! Can't wait to get some track time!

Next thing to do will be to tweak suspension which was setup by one of the guys from the Easytrack team at Brands Hatch. A bit hard now on rear following exhaust mod.

Later on like a lot of you, I'd like to raise the cash to change the filter to DNA3 or Motohooligan.... that sounds pretty cool too.

Post 918 by Viking,

#918
MOT'd the sucker! Passed with flying colours

Post 919 by Viking,

#919
Got my forks back from being revalved and serviced. Feel miles better even just bouncing the bike on them. Refitted them 4mm sunk down into yokes to get more trail as per Go-Go's findings. Still to set up sag and damping settings.


Fitted my new quick release fuel cap. Really happy with this, and it changes the look of the bike too.

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Post 920 by Willh,

#920
Oh aye.................and got a new favorite t shirt.....

Went for the black one with WP on the sleave. Cheeky size medium to show off dem' veiney gunz. Yeah yeah, i am that super cool.

Post 921 by kowekiller,

#921
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Post 922 by Razy,

#922
Some one please build the RC8 style exhaust on their SD or SDR. I wanna see before I take the leap!

Post 923 by JohnJJr,

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Post 924 by kowekiller,

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Post 925 by Ravendark,

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Post 926 by dougle,

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Post 927 by kowekiller,

#927
I saw it for the first time in nearly a year.

Post 928 by MADDOG53,

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Post 929 by Viking,

#929
Any link's

Post 930 by kowekiller,

#930
I fitted a few decals to it and removed the two WP ones from the top fork legs as it made it too tight to get them out thru the yokes for removal.

Did a 15min reset in prep for tomorrows dyno set up. Found a coolant leak from the top left rad hose clip. Stroke of luck there.

Post 932 by JohnJJr,

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Post 934 by omky756,

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Post 935 by kowekiller,

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Post 936 by kowekiller,

#936
Fitted a different fuel filter and took out the paper filter in the tank.
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Post 937 by Viking,

#937
I opened the shed, sat on it, and wished it was march.

Fitted my ebay bargain fork and swing arm protection. (dunno why i bought these. The bike had possibly the worst crash it could have had and the forks and swingarm never got a mark on them ) Genuine KTM powerparts ones too.

Finally fitted the Silkoline swingarm decals and 10mm rim tape. Wasn't gonna bother but glad i did. Brakes up the colours well.

Thats it pretty much finished now. Nothing left to do to it. Just watching ebay now for spares. Bought in spare levers, paddockstand bobbins and bar ends for the next time it ends up on it's ribs. Got some lower crash bungs form a seller on ebay that have a lifetime guarantee. If you crash he'll replace the ends free of charge as long as you send back the old ones. Seemed like a decent deal and they're 2/3 the price of the GB racing or R&G ones.

Dunno what it is about this bike. 1st time i've had a hobby/machine that i'm so keen on. I've even started going into the shed and lifting the cover every day just to look at it. What a sad act.

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Post 938 by JohnJJr,

#938
Did an oil change / filter change / Amsoil -
ended up ( i can't fookin believe it ) dropping an oil cap in the fookin gas tank , for a minute it was floating around in there , but it drifted where i needed to somehow get it under the filler spout so i could get the thing out and sank it in the process ---- SHIAT !!

Had to pull the gas tank - drain 2.5 gallons of gas with Amsoil injector cleaner added to it . All i gotta say is don't you ever drop anything in side your gas tank - the damn design of the tank makes it so difficult ya can't even shake the shiat out of the tank ( tank upside down ) shaking shaking. I finally had a long skinny bar i was able to get at the Amsoil cap and slide the cap directly under the filler spout - my dad ( RIP ) has a long flexible tool with a plunger on the one end and the other opens into a opening/closing jaw - i was able to go into the tank and snag the cap .... What a PITA !!

Mounted the tank back up after having access though to do some cleaning of the MotoHolligan box and buttn'd all back up , no worse for the wear i guess.

Went ridin .

john

Post 939 by kowekiller,

#939
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Post 940 by omky756,

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Post 941 by scamb66,

#941
Hung out with Linga and help fit his quickshifter and 07 tank that looks like the dogs bollox after coming back from the paint shop.
Run TuneECU on mine and turned off the secondaries after there removal.
So what were essentially two identical bikes 6 months ago are now looking somewhat different.
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Post 942 by mattipoeka,

#942
Took the HM quickshifter to the technigian guy who's fixin my bike, STM slipperclutch already installed

Post 943 by Linga,

#943
SDR side panels (thank Oafboy... Long time coming!):twisted:
08 Tank from Drswade (thanks heaps and expect more updates... P.S. Loved the goodies) Painted matt black with an 11RC8 orange infill.
Annitori Quickshifter by HM (fook you Darren Massey AKA Bikenutter. You'll get yours )
Thanks heaps Scamb66 you rock

Post 944 by JohnJJr,

#944
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Post 945 by MrZ32,

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Post 946 by scamb66,

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Post 948 by scamb66,

#948
After sealing my leaking fuel tank, I took the time this weekend to install a motobox and pull the secondary flies and shafts. Loaded up James/Rallsy modified map and...

The front wheel lifted in 2nd without much effort and I am running stock 16-38 sprockets. I'd say it was definitely time and money well spent The newfound roar of the intake is addicting to say the least.

Post 949 by jambox,

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Post 950 by steeeve66,

#950
Not today, but yesterday.

Went out for my last proper ride of the year, as I'll be taking it to my old's to store over winter on Friday after work.

Definitely noticed the cold road, as to begin with my front wheel kept wanting to tuck under (the tyres were cold at that point as well though), then later on through the Cairngorms the rear kept stepping out on the majority of the decent corners without trying too much.

Also had a play about with some guy in a Porsche Cayman. It looked like he was having a bit of trouble with keeping his tail in check as well

Post 951 by Jody,

#951
Installed KTM reverse shift kit

Post 952 by nampus,

#952
..also yesterday.
Changed oil, gave whole bike a thorough clean and filled tank with fuel, tucked bike at back of garage plugged in to optimate for the winter.
I'll be confined to the CB500S for the next few months...

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Post 953 by indy84,

#953
ordered a motobox

bike currently in the back of the van outside the hotel, don't think the 'box will be getting fitted anytime soon

Post 954 by Exitman,

#954
Took the sidepanels and tank of, removed the original airbox. Next up is the sas removal, 2nd fly removal and fitting of the motobox.

Post 955 by Hitmike,

#955
MZ32 set the suspension on my bike.... so its test ride time

Post 956 by Exitman,

#956
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Post 957 by loony888,

#957
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Post 958 by MADDOG53,

#958
i fit up my splash guard which was on back order, so my bike is now "officially" complete! just have to run it in and tune it now.

Post 959 by jambox,

#959
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Post 960 by Jody,

#960
Took my SD over to my Old's for winter storage yesterday.

2 hour ride in the frigging snow! It was not fun.

Post 961 by JohnJJr,

#961
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Post 962 by Viking,

#962
Goin out to Burn some more rubber off the tyres - we got sun here (-:

Post 963 by loony888,

#963
Ground off the pillion mounts and painted my subframe black.

Ordered a set of those rear set plates that allow you to run the std flip up pegs. Bought a set of Metzeler Interacts K1 front, K2 rear scrubs. Done 2x 8lap races on well setup a 600. Look nice and clean with no tearing.

Twisted bars forward a bit in clamps to get my weight over the front a tiny bit more. Big changes in set up, bike spec, and riding style for me next year. Taking a leaf out Drswade's book and getting my body over the front and hanging off a bit more. Nothing drastic, just small body position tweak. Like on the pic at bottom left there, just with head forward and down towards throttle hand a lil bitty more.

Find it hard to really hang off the SD as I can't lock my outside leg into the weird shaped tank. So gonna have a go locking on with my outer foot against the heel plate. This should help stop me weighting the inside peg as much too and stop those mid corner full lean mini slides.

Post 964 by jambox,

#964
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Post 965 by nampus,

#965
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Post 966 by JohnJJr,

#966
Took off the sas today. That front lower bolt is a real pain in the *ss! But the sas is gone now, millars plates are on. Also took the throttle bodies off the bike.
Next up. 2nd butterfly removal.

Post 967 by KTM666,

#967
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Post 968 by nampus,

#968
A must do.....

Post 969 by Viking,

#969
What did you guys use to prevent the plugs that are left open, to fill up with dirt etc. Sas plug, plug from the 2nd fly motor.
Any tips?

Post 970 by KTM666,

#970
Fitted my Cycle Control rearsets. Nice little bits of kit. Plenty adjustment and come with all the spacers and bolts.


Had a bit of an OCD moment. Was crouched down fitting the rearsets, looked up at the side panels i'd spend hours filling then vinyl coating and applying decals to after the crash. Saw a little bubble in it and lost the plot and ripped all the vinyl off them. Soooooooooo, now i'm gonna fill them again but this time paint them up, apply the decals and laquer over the top to get a better finish.

Post 971 by nampus,

#971
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Post 972 by JohnJJr,

#972
I'm sorry I was talking about the connectors that are unplugged, not the holes left from the 2nd flies.

Post 973 by omky756,

#973
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Post 974 by JohnJJr,

#974
Installed swingarm bolt covers.

Post 975 by nampus,

#975
It's been fun so far tinkering with what I want to accomplish with my projects..I still have a plenty more to do and a drawer full of parts to install..but....
The friends I've made locally on this forum are asking...
Dude !!!!..When are you gonna have that thing together so you can actually ride it.???
Well..it has been together..but I keep takin it back apart..
Is that normal..?? Am I being too anal..??
God forbid I scratch it..lol
Just failed to get some vinyl graphics done due to the guys lack of time and more so the raised lettering on the tank panels...That was a months wasted time ...
Screw it for now..finishing installing the SDR tail..
Make a new license plate bracket..install new rr signals and license light..
Re-work the Leo Vince hangers..Now get the wiring
Worked out...
I'm curious..does anyone ever just sit back and have nothing
else to do on their rides.???

Post 976 by KTM666,

#976
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Post 977 by Viking,

#977
That's only 150 dollars for a rear tyre, that sounds cheap to me
I pay 200 euro's for a pirelli rosso corsa. But that's incl fitment and balancing.

Post 978 by nampus,

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Post 979 by Viking,

#979
Spent the almost full day working on the bike today.

Painted side panels, applied new decals and lacqured over them for a nice finish. Proper went for it and done it as best i could. Working down the grits from 240-1200, got a good filler primer. Went for the brightest white i could find in a rattle can..........BMW Alpine White. Turns out its not that great a white and is a bit off compared to the white vinyl i put on the mudguard and spoiler. Bummer. Then all was going perfectly to plan, painting away in my shitty little damp shed and on the final coat of lacquer a cobweb blew out from no where and stuck to the damn panel.

Painted my cheapo pikey generic bar ends.

Painted the subframe again this time a satin black. Did the heel plates and exhaust hanger brackets too. Really make a difference.

Spoke to my MOT guy about the daylight MOT. All it needs is a horn, road legal tyres and cans, and a numberplate with reflector. If i keep the brake light then it has to then have all lights working. So removed brake light wiring and blacked out the lamp. Tidies up the look of the rear end too.

Spoke to ERS Racing reg which way to go with the suspention. Set my rider sags taking the ave of the three readings.
After a long hard thing about what to do about getting the trail increased without going to the expence of TriValley Triple just now. Managed to talk my engineer buddy to nip by, took some measurements, and decided the maximum we could run the forks is 9mm dropped. Still plenty meat left to grab the forks at that. Might not crash as well if i hit someting head on, but if i hit it hard enough to bend the forks and break a top yoke that that will be the least of my worries.

So at last thats the bike finished. After rushing through the crash rebuild i've been going over it again front to back and getting it spot on. Feels weird not waiting on an ebay parcel or order now.

Pic of the finished article.

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Front fork position..........

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Pic of the blacked out heel plates and Cycle Control rearset plates.

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Post 980 by JohnJJr,

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Post 982 by Viking,

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Post 984 by Boatcephus,

#984
I installed the KTM bar 18mm bar risers and removed the Akrapovic stickers from the cans. The day before I swapped the mirrors from left to right and flipped them over to give a lower profile. I think it looks better...

Post 985 by Viking,

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Post 987 by JohnJJr,

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Post 988 by emuexport,

#988
Excellent work. Any threads on dropping the front forks? I had the front wash out on me on the track over a year ago and been wondering what happened?

Post 989 by Viking,

#989
Good info here......



And here. Turn up the volume and watch it all the way.

Post 990 by Willh,

#990
Viking says:
"Still plenty meat left to grab the forks at that. Might not crash as well if i hit someting head on, but if i hit it hard enough to bend the forks and break a top yoke that that will be the least of my worries."

I managed to break the top yoke of my first Champagne coloured Duke 2. Just by snap steering past an errant Police driver.

Excellent info on vid.BTW.

Am hoping to have my SDR back soon. With a bit of luck Hurricane "Bawbag" will die down and allow my to get it back home. Within the snow flurries.

ERS will then get the call.

Post 991 by Pig Benis,

#991
Put on my new to me Ergo seat. Feels much more supportive

Post 992 by TC's SD,

#992
To answer "what have you done to your Superduke today"

pined for it..as it went yesterday!!!

Post 993 by AGRO!,

#993
Pulled the exhaust and swingarm for coatings, remarkably easy! New graphite gasket ordered (looked solid though, 7k miles)

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Post 994 by TC's SD,

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Post 995 by CraigBa,

#995
Yes, unless someone convinces me not too? I've seen the work from Jet-Hot in Arizona and it looks awesome and is durable as heck. I'm thinking either black or dark gray, the silver comes out like polished aluminium which i've seen before, but this aint no Hardley...

and black powder coat on swingarm after seeing how good it looks on Z32's avatar everytime i see it (or any '08).

I was somewhat apprehensive on disassembly because of all i've read about shock/swingarm removal but the hardest part was fabbing a fixture to hold the bike upright since my rear stand was useless and overhead trusses are overwhelmed with attic junk.

27mm socket required for swingarm nut if anyones looking to do this.

tim

Post 996 by indy84,

#996
Put on my crash sliders and downloaded my first map

Post 997 by TC's SD,

#997
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Post 998 by indy84,

#998
Nothing on the shock, just there for the picture, although if anybody had an orange spring....

Post 999 by TC's SD,

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Post 1000 by mr.cool,

#1000
my bike is a 2007, originally anthracite, came with white spring, i'd rather have it orange since i switched colors... Powder coater on swingarm quoted me 110.00 including pressing out/in bearings, seems reasonable

Post 1001 by mr.cool,

#1001
I have put on my new clutch -brake levers orange with black folding and adjustable with ktm logo in it, photo is coming

Post 1002 by ktmguy,

#1002
[quote="mr.cool"]I have put on my new clutch -brake levers orange with black folding and adjustable with ktm logo


Post 1003 by Linga,

#1003
Just got my bike back. After some nice bits fitment. Have more to do IE. clean it good. (Not nice driving 70 miles in freezing weather on salted roads.)

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Bike runs much better. Handling? we'll have to wait and see. I won't be out for months.

Post 1004 by Linga,

#1004
So what did you have fitted mate?
What are your thoughts on the FMF cans?
Personally I think they look the best but I'm not sure on their quality.
I don't envy you having to clean her though... Looks like a massive job!

Post 1005 by Crotchrockety,

#1005
This was it previously. 2009 model SDR.

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So it's the FMF Apexi's Sans baffles. V.Well built. Suit the style and loud as in Whoa! Hard to get over here?
New rear seat cowl and Battle "72"Graph.
Aero sprocket.
Motohooligan box with their butterflies fitted. (I am aware that folks recommend removal completely. But as you can imagine the bike is a different beast already).
New clutch and brake levers (KTM foldable.)
Crash bungs.
Orange bits.
Carbon still to go on.
And I really need to go and check her again as I don't want them brakes seizing.

Bike was reading 117.36HP. before remap and bits fitted. Now 122.74. Take it as RWP. So fairly ROTM. I guess?

Post 1006 by Viking,

#1006
Looks really good. I've got one similar (08) coming with the FMF's.
5.5hp is a good gain, I got another 4 from removing the shafts, so when you get used to her do that one and you'll be in love all over again!
One thing I've found about dyno results is that they are only reliable on that dyno on that bike on that day... I had one dyno sheet reading 131hp and the next sheet I got was still a 3hp gain but with a reading of 124hp.
Looks the biz anyway mate, hope it warms up soon for ya

Post 1007 by Viking,

#1007
Yeh! I know what you mean LInga. My Old 2005 bike
Pictured here in 2006:
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Was showing 130HP.
TBH. I'm happy enough for now.
It's the suspension/handling I may need to sort out. Purely for Street though.

BTW. You surely will not be disappointed with the FMFs. They are also very heat absorbing. Mines were easily touchable after my trip. So cool on both counts.
Akros? Will rip your skin off!

Post 1008 by Davo-Singapore,

#1008
Yesterday, I aired the tyres down a couple of pounds, then hit the twisty bits with a couple of 20 somethings. One was on a 690 SMR. The other on a '06 GSXR 1000. I showed them a thing or two and no one died. Yea.

BTW, the front tyre felt much better at 32 PSI than the 34 I had been running it at. I finally found a little feel in the front end.

Post 1009 by nampus,

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Post 1010 by omky756,

#1010
Sent the rear shock away to ERS for a service, re-gas, and revalving to the match the forks. Bolts came out no probs. Was kinda scratching my head figuring out where I was gonna get a 12mm allen key from until I remembered there's one in the KTM tool kit.

Post 1011 by Bert,

#1011
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Post 1012 by Jody,

#1012
What's the verdict overall then? Are you happy with the results? Did Drysdales do a custom map for you.

What do you think of the midrange and power?[/quote]

TBH. It was a straight dash home in the cold without much chance to use potential.Bike is far smoother. (Actualy it says Smoothing map on dino readout. So not custom.)Less fuel mix 3-5000rpm and more above. I was off course trying to ride smoother as well. (It was on Saturday I picked up the bike. Black Ice at my bit )



I will give ERS a visit. Once the weather picks up.

Post 1013 by omky756,

#1013
Hadn't ridden mine for four weeks. Battery flat. It's was due it's 10k service anyway so called the dealer. 30 mins later they'd sent the truck round and off it went together with some assorted goodies (incl Pazzo's which have been sitting around for over a year waiting) and body bits to be replaced after the Beatch rode over it a couplr of months ago, it'l be back by Friday all sorted and ready for a few days on track up at Johor between Christmas and New Year. Calling it my present to myself. Can't wait.

One of the things I love about being here - $30 for delivery. It's a no brainer. Cheaper than the taxi I'd have to get if I rode it there myself.

Post 1014 by nampus,

#1014
Not today, but I didn't have the time to post the (crappy cell phone) pictures so:
Started the motobox installation:
Removed original airbox:
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Removed the 2nd flies:
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Also put on Millars sas plates, look very nice, but I haven't got a picture of them fitted yet.
Next up is plugging the holes in the throttle bodies, and then I can start putting the thing back together.

Post 1015 by Viking,

#1015
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Trying to get a picture up from photobucket....


<a href="http://s398.photobucket.com/albums/pp66/omky756/?action=view&amp;current=1324439176.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i398.photobucket.com/albums/pp66/omky756/1324439176.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

I suck...how do you do it.?????????

Post 1016 by BASH69,

#1016
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Post 1017 by Viking,

#1017
I looked at in the back of the van, but as the van looks like this#

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I think it'll be staying in there for a while yet !


that's not me btw it's the guy that helped me dig the van out !

Post 1018 by JohnJJr,

#1018
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It works.!!!

My latest mod-
SDR tail..
LCD tail lights and license light-
made my own license plate holder too...
More to go...

previous mods...
motobox and flies-
remove can in the arse-
O2 sensor resisters and deleats bungs-
cycle control rear set adjusters-
Leo Vince carbon cans-
Akro map-
motohooligan case saver-
Rizoma ign. side case slider and countershaft cover-
cheapie Chinese folding levers-
Orange headlight cowls-

More mods in the cupboard waiting to be installed-
I wanna ride-!!

Post 1019 by Viking,

#1019
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Post 1020 by JohnJJr,

#1020
Got my shock back. Few new shims, oil, fitted a schrader valve to enable easy future servicing. Regassed with 12 bar of nitrogen. Feels nice and smooth.

Forks going back in next week to get heavier springs fitted. Pricing up a custom top yoke with a local engineering company. Will post up if we come to a decent deal.
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Finished my belly pan graphics. Look a bit racier.

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Post 1021 by Jermo,

#1021
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Post 1022 by JohnJJr,

#1022
There's too many options up in the air just now to say much buddy.

I'm looking at cheapest simplest options 1st.

I've got an engineering company who work with ERS Racing who are interested in making something up.

Post 1023 by JohnJJr,

#1023
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new license plate bracket installed - scrapped the Mickey Cycle Gear Universal getup and
mounted a new piece of aluminium , will only use the signal mounts from the C.G bit.

Had to fool around and put the skull LED's on there . They won't shine light onto the plate i realise
have installed a LED under the tail piece that's directed to the plate.

anyway -

Post 1024 by Crotchrockety,

#1024
Gave her a bath and a new, KTM Orange, 2013 CA registration sticker.

Post 1025 by Anata,

#1025
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Post 1026 by Lowrance,

#1026
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Post 1027 by indy84,

#1027
30 F 30 R PSI metzler racetecs

Post 1028 by indy84,

#1028
trying to get a freind for the duke.... so i bid on an RD400

Post 1029 by omky756,

#1029
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Post 1031 by Lowrance,

#1031
Got ,new "Suit yourself" E-bay mirrors.

Will fit them when I feel like it.

It's "The Bahamas". Temps over here.

Even though. Still wet and salty. Pah!

Happy New Year

Post 1032 by Anata,

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Post 1033 by stalker,

#1033
Put her on a 15 lb.diet -- Akra slipons sourced off eBay. Surprised that the weight difference wasn't greater. After installation, I realised that the canisters seem shorter than ten pics I've seen. I'm guessing a previous owner shortened the cans. Is this "common" among SD owners? Pics to follow soon, probably without the girl this time

Post 1034 by JohnJJr,

#1034
Gave her a rinse to get the worst of the shit off then lifted the tank and fitted the piston thing that holds it up. (was missing when I bought it so stole one from my 2005 pile of spares) I cleaned in and around the motobox for peace of mind as well

Decided to see if the 05 panels really do fit on the bigger tank. Once those little star shaped things are hacked off the panels themselves fit perfectly but I found once I swapped the tank inners over they're not perfect The RHS is fine apart from a slight difference around the rad cap - easily solved with a bit of filing. The LHS however is pretty twisted, it does fit but I'll probably order another and put another hole to suit.

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Post 1035 by JohnJJr,

#1035
took it out and thrashed it for 210 dryish miles then put it away dirty .

(will clean it tomorrow)

Post 1036 by omky756,

#1036
when in the shed to check on it covered up till i can get a new battery . Put a heat lamp in the shed to keep Moisture out of there - have been getting a little bit of rust forming on bolts which irritates the hell out of me .......

I wonder how much weight savings one would get by changing as many bolts/nuts as possible with titanium ones -- expensive

guess it's time to order that Anti Gravity battery - gona love the weight savings YES

Post 1037 by Viking,

#1037
Ordered the Anit-Gravity 12 cell today . Talked with the guy who'd running the Co. and got some of the lowdown on Shorai .

Without going into badmouthing thing he did give me the Jist of it and the batteries from Shorai just don't compare he said.
A.G. just has more power for the same basic size/weight the reason is due to superior cell construct.

Anyone buying LiFePo batteries should know they do NOT get trickle charged with your Battery Tender. Battery Tenders are the
wrong kind of charging system ( for led acid ) . I've already seen elsewhere on the forum guys talking about getting these batteries
and puttin them on battery tenders. Just saying .....

I happen to have a LiFePo battery charger due to Radio Control Cars - with that said some bikes have a drain on the battery while
parked - i was told the SuperDukes don't seem to have a drain - In the event you have heated grips for example and leave em on
overnite and come out with a quite discharged LiFePo battery feel free to bring it back up with a charger designed for LiFePo's.

Know that discharging these batteries from A.G. will damage the cells.

about all i gota say -- other than anxious waiting for the batt to arrive. Duke's sittin till then.

Post 1038 by Anata,

#1038
Finally..installed my Scotts steering damper...

Post 1039 by JohnJJr,

#1039
Looked in the shed and wondered if it'll ever be a complete a Super Duke again. Seems like ages since i rode it.

Waiting on............

Forks coming back from ERS
Nichols Triple
08> SDR lower triple and bolts
Marchesini wheels
Metzeler Raintec wets
New one piece leathers

Smaller things......

Dual compound Renthal grips
Tank foam blocks
GoTagTeam decals and shirt
KTM decals

The only view i've had of it for the last few weeks................and a few more to come. Cant wait to finally buy a house with a garage. It's absolute ball ache trying to work in that shitty little damp shed.

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Post 1040 by Viking,

#1040
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Post 1041 by wizzzard,

#1041
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Post 1042 by TC's SD,

#1042
I've got a little oil radiator. You can see it tucked in the top right corner. Problem is i dont have power running out there so it's just a case of running an extention cable out and putting it on a few times a week and letting it dry the air out a bit.

Hidrio's right though. Looks dry, roll it out start stripping it and 5mins later the rain starts. Que frantic faffing about gathering bolts and tools and hauling it back into the shed. I thought i'd be smart when i had the exhaust system off it and covered the bike up to sit it out and it rained for a day and a half!! Scotland sucks ass.

Says something to how the bike will turn out though. If i can get it to a decent standard in that pokey little hole it's an achievement in it's self. I even sealed it up from the inside, got the heater on and used it as a mini paint booth to spray my side panels and do the subframe and bits n bobs.

Post 1043 by Linga,

#1043
had the SD on the Dyno. Turn out that the rapid bike module didn't wor that good on the ktm so we took it off and did the Tune ece. Worked good and the bike runs better now.

Post 1044 by DribbleDuke,

#1044
Got my new SF bars on and I am surprised how much lower they make the overall profile of the bike look... new G2 throttle on and feels smooooth, and black powder coated swingarm on,(yet to align wheel). Test ride soon...

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Post 1045 by TC's SD,

#1045
Did you measure the profIle of the bars before you put them on? It's hard to get numbers on them so as to buy an aftermarket one to suit. $200+ is a bit high for some steel bars.

Post 1046 by Anata,

#1046
ECU reflashed for Akra's

Post 1047 by JohnJJr,

#1047
Was out for a ride this morning and next to some other KTMs mine was filthy so when I got home I had to clean her. Swapped over to the black plastics as well.

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Post 1048 by indy84,

#1048
Did s Shiat job wiring in the skull lights on the license plate and new license plate lite on the underside.
Gota bundle of wired taped up under the tail section - Gona need to do this properly soon and route all the
wires up through the gromet i have in the license plate mount bracket leading to under the seat ....

Wiring is not my forte' -

forgot the skulls were actually RED eyes , Cool - more red to the rear for nite ridin. And the license plate lite is
nice and bright as well. Too many of my friends i have been rear ended .. This is why you'll almost NEVER see
me at the back of the line at stoplights - and if i'm first and ONLY in line at stop light i'm LOOKIN over my shoulder



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Post 1049 by JohnJJr,

#1049
Went for a ride with hidrio and a few others. Much fun had.

Post 1050 by indy84,

#1050
went from a 43 T rear sproket to a 40T.... completly different bike

Post 1051 by Viking,

#1051
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Post 1052 by nampus,

#1052
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Post 1053 by JohnJJr,

#1053
Hubba hubba.
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Post 1054 by JohnJJr,

#1054
Looks nice Viking!

Post 1055 by Viking,

#1055
OH yeah . Awesome Triples

Post 1056 by Viking,

#1056
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Post 1057 by indy84,

#1057
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Post 1058 by emuexport,

#1058
Lower is from an 2010 SDR. Had to get it direct from dealer, £150 plus a few bolts needed to change it.

Nichols was $400 but they were doing 10% off until end of Dec. So just under £250 delivered with no customs charges. Not sure why there was no charge, I always get stung at customs.

Post 1059 by emuexport,

#1059
As long as them forks slip in?

You will be "Good to go".

Thanks Viking.

You must be. Jumping around just now?
Glad you went this route. Those dropped forks looked Sooo..... fragile.

Post 1060 by d2r,

#1060
Will be jumping around once my wheels arrive and Eddie gets off his ass and gets my forks back to me.

Bike will be ready by the time you drop by and we brick your ecu.

Post 1061 by Linga,

#1061
added tec spec tank grip to my tank

Post 1062 by kowekiller,

#1062
Took the bike for a ride yesterday as per normal commute and it was 20DegC at 630am and was 37DegC on the way home at 5pm. Bit hot with all the gear on especially when you are stuck at the lights.

I got my mojo bellypan yesterday so will be fitting that this weekend and I lowered the RPM limit down from 10k to 9800. Just to be safe, I still dont hit it so its all OK.

Post 1063 by indy84,

#1063
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Post 1064 by Bermo KTM,

#1064
Finished up my steering damper mount and fitted it to the SD.

Post 1065 by BASH69,

#1065
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Post 1066 by d2r,

#1066
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Post 1067 by PBRnr,

#1067
fitted new header pipe, found out long after I bought mine used that there was a large dent in the pipe just behind the chin spoiler I hadn't seen and the seller didn't know/tell about. Can't say I really notice a difference w/ the new pipe TBH, but also found that I needed a new gasket, so that's 2 things off my list

Post 1068 by Exitman,

#1068
Fitted Rizoma indicators (front and rear), Rizoma mirrors, Rizoma bars (black and lower and narrower than stock). Bike now needsa clean before I photograph her. But she's looking mighty fine already!

Post 1069 by JohnJJr,

#1069
Rode the B-Geezus out of it today up to Alices. 6lbs lighter with the Anti-Gravity battery - close to 15 lbs lighter body weight - Feels like the little monster grabs rev's faster than ever. Gona see if i can drop another 10 lbs body weight.

After bike sitting several hours up at Alices the Anti-Gravity battery fired it right up first time ( no need to wake up battery ).....

saw close to 130mph . the more i ride the faster i seem to get ( Duh )

Post 1070 by Exitman,

#1070
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Post 1071 by BASH69,

#1071
Found a spare hour so stripped the front brake calipers ready for new seals - exciting stuff

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Post 1072 by Hitmike,

#1072
Bike looks great Nuri. The Rizoma indicators are awesome.

Post 1073 by Superdan,

#1073
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Post 1074 by BASH69,

#1074
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Post 1075 by jambox,

#1075
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Post 1076 by Viking,

#1076
Checked out Pics on this Site.

Haven't opened the Hut in over a month.

Maybes charge the battery at weekend.

Lucky SODs

Post 1077 by Viking,

#1077
Fitted new Renthal Dual Compound grips.

Fitted a pair of HEL dual set up brake lines. Stripped and cleaned calipers. Blead out with Motul 6600 Synthetic fluid (£40 a fooking litre ) Fitted a set of SBS Dual Carbon pads.

Mounted tyres on new rims. SDR Marchesinis (which look just like std wheels but with a Marchesini sticker , will weigh them up and see if there's any difference)
Waiting on a set of the new style Bridgestone wets coming for spare wheels. Oil and filter lying still to do.

Checked the "bike fund" and its totally empty now. £3.74 left in it. No more goodies until after the trackday season. Just tyres and fuel.

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Post 1078 by nampus,

#1078
Hey!

Got them forks in yet, Viking?

It'll be like learning. All over again with your New Bike.

Post 1079 by Viking,

#1079
It will be. Thats the main reason i went for the two days at Angelsey coz it'll take me a day to get used to it.

Not got them back yet. Went up and seen him yesterday and he was supposed to be doing them today. Should all be done by the weekend. I noticed he's up to his eyes with Ducatis up there just now and the phone never stops. Good that he's in demand. Bad wen i need my forks back. No rush i suppose, bike wont be going anywhere till april.

Post 1080 by MrZ32,

#1080
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Post 1081 by wizzzard,

#1081
Yeah. I knew brembo were the parent company. But I thought sdr wheels were proper forged and std were cast?

Post 1082 by harvester,

#1082
you are thinking of the pretty SMR wheels... They got monoblocks too

Post 1083 by wizzzard,

#1083


had some decals made for the belly pan

Post 1084 by Viking,

#1084
there is no difference within the Superduke wheels, they just put marchesini stickers on the Brembo.

Post 1085 by Viking,

#1085
What have I done... What a sin...
I put mine on the Internet because it has a loan I can not pay.. Hungary is in shit now and the loan is in CHF..
I would like to buy an enduro (KTM EXC) bike again in half year, if I can sold the beloved SD. I think no one can sell motorcycles here in Hungary, or for very cheap now

Is anybody can donate my SD?

Post 1086 by wizzzard,

#1086
done nothing with her all winter so she feels a little neglected right now, but hey.. i did put her indoors..
Well i better go down to the garage and top up her battery charge.

Post 1087 by Anata,

#1087
Today I wheeled my SD out of the shed to fit more crates of Tanglefoot into the corner, and whilst it was out I took a few pictures of her with my new camera I got for crimbo. God I was tempted to ride her but for all the salt on the roads at present. I dont mind riding in the cold, its just cleaning her up after all the salt and freezing my ballbag off, plus if I continue decorating I am earning brownie points for a ride later

Post 1088 by indy84,

#1088
Not a lot today... fitted black DHM pegs and cleaned my old Leo Vince exhaust ready to be put back on when I can be arsed

Post 1089 by MrZ32,

#1089
the rain forcast in brisbane is for 7 days of rain.... .... ill get the RM250 out for a play instead

Post 1090 by indy84,

#1090
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Post 1092 by indy84,

#1092
Installed a hard-wire for my Optimate tender, oil change (well, filter change and oil drain... I forgot that I had used my last jug of oil) then ripped the OE airbox out. Now I'm waiting for my block off plates to arrive while I ponder removing the 2nd flies... too much reading on the subject, especially on how to block the holes.

CRG levers are waiting to go on too.

Post 1093 by samba,

#1093
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Post 1094 by Viking,

#1094
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Post 1096 by skip,

#1096
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Post 1097 by CEREC1,

#1097
charged her battery....

Post 1098 by skip,

#1098
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Post 1100 by indy84,

#1100
Took my bike to Kev at Projex to have a slipper clutch fitted and for Kev to work his magic with tune ecu

Post 1101 by nampus,

#1101
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Post 1102 by nampus,

#1102
It's a Ktm suter but havnt had a chance to try it yet as it was pouring down, got it of a forum member, oh and a bacon Butty is on me at Anglesey in lieu of not selling the wheel to you

Post 1103 by indy84,

#1103
Ordered some more new bits for the track slag.

New lightweight battery............SHORAI LFX18A1-BS12 (18AH 12V). Managed to get it from a Uk seller so no customs crap to deal with.
SAS plates
Exhaust wrap...............for the bend that goes by the shock to keep heat away from it. I'll prob just wrap from the bottom the the y piece to the cans.
New genuine clutch casing to replace the gravel rashed one. A new one is under £40 delivered. Cheaper to just replace it than fit expensive crash protection.

Spare set of brand spanking Metzeler Interacts K1/K2. Decided against using scrubs basically coz i dont trust the sellers. No point in me spending all that time setting the bike up and money on parts only to put potentially dodgy rubber on it.

Post 1104 by One67,

#1104
Nothing... its sat untouched for another week with all this rain.... brisbane wheater is shit house ATM

Post 1105 by AGRO!,

#1105
Yesterday finally plugged the holes left by the 2nd flies. Also put some crimp sleave (hope that's what it is called in english) on the connectors of the 2nd tps and sas system. Did not have time to put the throttle bodies back on the bike. Maybe tomorrow...

Post 1106 by nampus,

#1106
CRG levers went on... and the garage heater is up and running!

Still waiting on my SAS block off plates and resistor though.

Post 1107 by tripoddave,

#1107
My new pegs have arrived from SES ( www.sesraceproducts.com ) to replace the well worn Rizoma pegs.
Very nice. and cheap. and short (like me) which is also nice. (the pegs not me)

Post 1108 by Bert,

#1108
have just come in from my garage.....removed the SAS....what a bugger the right hand side, plate was to remove..friggin hell........also removed the complete secondary flies and shafts...now, do i need to do anything with the 2 redundant connectors or not?

Post 1109 by Viking,

#1109
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Post 1110 by indy84,

#1110
Wrapped the exhaust y piece to try and reduce heat going to rear shock.


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Post 1111 by One67,

#1111
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Post 1113 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1113
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Post 1114 by indy84,

#1114
Got 2 new tyres fitted,£181 for mitchelin 2ct from sillett tyres in Aberdeen he's got deal on mitchelin tyres £15 off per tyre also gave wheels good clean while they were off,also taxed her online as it runs out at end of month did wee burn up outside garage then parked her up as it's a misrable shit of a day, roll on the spring!!!

Post 1115 by JohnJJr,

#1115
Started the big strip down. Another hour or so and the engine should be ready to come out. Damn its chilly in the garage right now though.

Post 1116 by indy84,

#1116
Winter maintenance complete:
Changed oil and filter, rebuilt water pump, replaced radiator cap, thermostat fan switch (88C/190F) and coolant, replaced clutch pack & clutch booster, replaced throttle cables, spark plugs, and foot pegs. Performed valve clearance check and adjustment & removed the AIS system hardware & installed Motohooligans AIS blanking plates. Installed new Dunlop Q2 tyres, installed new front brake pads and lastly replaced/bleed front and rear brake & clutch fluids. Ready for another track season!

Post 1117 by Linga,

#1117
rode hung over... mistake, after overshhot, after late braking, after missed gear... you get the picture

Post 1118 by Jody,

#1118
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Post 1120 by Linga,

#1120
Wrung her neck at a tight little track in Collie WA.
52s is not so bad for my first day there. Record is 47.5s.
Every time I take it on the track I'm surprised at how much can be wrung out of it.
Truly a great bike.

Post 1121 by Bert,

#1121
Today I dug the van out of the snow and checked the bike was still in the back,




this is what I found


Battery is now completely toast so will be ordering one of those new fangled ones ready for the epic ride through the ALps at the end of the ski season !

Post 1122 by Superdan,

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Post 1123 by nampus,

#1123
Holy smokes
That is unbelievable!!

Post 1124 by AGRO!,

#1124
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Post 1125 by ktmguy,

#1125
Faaark, the oil in the oil sight tube dont look good! presumably frozen

Post 1126 by No. 47,

#1126
piss might defrost it

Post 1127 by Exitman,

#1127
New front wheel bearings and spacers, chain and sprockets, front pads and calipers clean - last two weeks of UK weather has taken it's toll.

Post 1128 by Davey Sprocket,

#1128
Rizoma indicators, handlebars and tail tidy. Tidied wiring and considered ditching the PC3 (seems that tune ecu can same me some space under the seat) and cleaned the SDR. Also adjusted the suspension - again, although am considering switching out at least the springs, if not everything. Maybe forged wheels too

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Post 1129 by larryf8,

#1129
WOW!

Post 1130 by browser,

#1130
Beautifull!!! black and orange look so mean!

Post 1131 by emuexport,

#1131
took mine in for its second service, just started playing up in the last week, fuel pump is struggling to supply fuel at high revs after a bit of riding, ok to cruise with but not ride hard, then turn it off and its ok for 5 mins then plays up again. Never put shit fuel in it but im guessing it will be blocked filter.

Post 1132 by kenscottphoto,

#1132
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Post 1133 by browser,

#1133
I removed a screw in my rear tyre and then went for a ride with CrotchRockety

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#1134
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#1135
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#1136
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#1137
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Post 1138 by kenscottphoto,

#1138
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Post 1139 by Lowrance,

#1139
Photo was taken with a chest mount gopro shooting every 5 seconds. I have about 10 amazing pics from that day. Sadly I don't have the SLK that tried to kill us and ran a car off the road. The redline may have been enhanced It was up there as I was trying to keep up with Crotchrockety just not at red.

Post 1140 by omky756,

#1140
Nice shot Ken! It's obvious you do that for a living! One of my favorite sections of 33!

Next time shift up to second...will keep the revs down a bit

Post 1141 by kenscottphoto,

#1141
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Post 1142 by Superdan,

#1142
[quote=Next time shift up to second...will keep the revs down a bit [/quote]

The thingy on the left foot?
HAHAH!

Next time Ill get the audio sorted on the videos and we can have a larger group! I can't wait to do it again!

Post 1143 by emuexport,

#1143
Nice pic Ken

Post 1144 by Viking,

#1144
Last week had the injectors cleaned. Flushed the coolant (again). Throttle bodies resynced. Fuel pump filters replaced and oil topped up.

Yesterday fitted the 88DegC thermostat for the radiator fan and removed the rubber flaps from the radiator shroud, looked like they were sticking and blocked by some cables. Topped up the coolant and ensured double that there was no trapped air.

Guess what in 28-30 DegC air it now sits at 6-7 bars all day on the commute (70km/hr max speed limit). Maybe this was my issue and the issue for others with overheating issues, as you are in effect restricting the cooling capacity of the radiator considerably if you cant use that space to cool. Will have to see how it works in hotter days but so far so good. You give it a good squirt and it gets down to 5 bars!

To those guys racing and having heat issues I'd be pretty sure that removing these flaps like I did will help the bike run heaps cooler but will have to wait and see.

ps I have a 2009 SD so 12 bars is my max ie 120 DegC and red flashing lights.

Post 1145 by Linga,

#1145
Learned a lesson in the past week or so........

....never get your bike ready too soon in the winter season. Bike's been finished yet still i keep fooking about with it and it's costing me a fortune. Next year i'm not starting the winter work till Feb.

So.......bought a Sigma slipper clutch
RC8 short stacks arrived (they're loads shorter)


Stripped cans for repack as they were getting a bit loud and blowing flbres out the pipes on the dyno. Repacking it with Acoustafil so should hopefully run at around 101db so i can keep the baffes out on track.

Incase you were wondering this is what the inside of Leo Vince cans look like.

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Post 1146 by boney95,

#1146
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Post 1147 by Exitman,

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Post 1148 by boney95,

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Post 1149 by kowekiller,

#1149
Sounds good, thanks!

Post 1150 by easygee,

#1150
Got myself some fresh tyres and finally got the finger out and installed the PCIII. Life is good.

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Post 1151 by Exitman,

#1151
Nicely done - what tyres are those?

Post 1152 by easygee,

#1152
They are the new Dunlop Roadsmart 2. I don't go track so I replaced my Pirelli Diablo Corsa III's with something for the fooked up streets here in NY. Was never really happy with the Pirellis.

Post 1153 by skip,

#1153
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Post 1154 by loony888,

#1154
Took mine out today for the first time since doing the battle airbox mod (thanks tripod) and having a tune ecu map done at projex,who also fitted a suter slipper clutch as well, tbh i didnt know what to expect but i was well pleased with the results,smoother,much more torque (hard to keep the front down in second)
im just waiting on bics thoughts of the rc8 trumpets before i fit mine, what i was surprised with was the slipper,first thoughts are that it works well but for road riding im not sure if i prefer the standard clutch,however on trackdays it will be perfect,i might change the washer later for less slip.

Post 1155 by indy84,

#1155
after running mine in on a dyno and tuning it with a PCIII i changed the running in oil for some mineral oil for 1000 klms, also changed the filter and cleaned the screens, what an effort! and no matter how well you clean everything the dreaded swarf was in all the screens and the oil filter, expecting it to be much cleaner next time........

Post 1156 by Viking,

#1156
Put the duke into Taverner Motorcycles for all the valve shims and new ebc HH pads...


AND...


booked my first track day on the duke....march 3rd...

Post 1157 by omky756,

#1157
Fitted the Sigma slipper clutch.

Fitted a set of Samsco hoses. Far better quality. A few of the standard hoses were feeling a bit soft for my liking. The bike is getting it tits ragged off on track for a minimum 12 days this year, cant afford any breakdowns out there.

Rottie box hasn't arrive yet.

Waiting on discs to come back so i can bed in the carbon pads.


In other news.........Project Racing Snake is coming on well. Still got 6 weeks to go till 1st trackday of the year. Measured 9.7% bodyfat on the innacurate gym fat measuring machine thingy. Goal is to get to 8% on it (which will prob be 9.5-10 ish really).
5km time down to 19mins. 500m row on concept 2 is down to 1min 35.

Post 1158 by Hitmike,

#1158
Finished Mojo Pan fit.
Had to cut more off the left side because of the E/L Header pipe.

Looking good for a pose. I suppose?

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Post 1159 by Superdan,

#1159
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Post 1160 by fuel,

#1160
60 degrees here yesterday so I enjoyed 200+ miles of twisty PA and NJ with a friend on his 950SM. I love this bike more and more every time I ride it.



Post 1161 by skip,

#1161
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Post 1162 by Crotchrockety,

#1162
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Post 1163 by kowekiller,

#1163
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Post 1164 by Anata,

#1164
Fuel, mines the old one, so a big thanks for letting me know ,ill be adding some washers later.

Post 1165 by soarsore,

#1165
took it out for a bit of a shake down with the new tripple clamp only to find a leak at one of the gromets on the cam cover

Post 1166 by indy84,

#1166
Installed some Cycle Control rear set adapters. Big shout out to Plimpton for his excellent pics. I would have been lost without them.

Post 1167 by paul81,

#1167
Well lets add it up. Today I finished a 9500 mile service valve adjustment ($80) along with changing the plugs(by the way fook you KTM for my $40 plug swap). Also decided to pull the case covers and R&R them for some Powdercoating(free). Pulled the water pump housing only to find the dreaded casting sand in the coolant. So drain and flush and get it all clean. Order new water pump and parts for the new install only to spend another $140 on that. Put in my new 12 cell ballistic Evo 2 battery($159).This is a somewhat expensive weekend so far. Still have Sunday!

Post 1168 by soarsore,

#1168
moto hooligan box finally arrived on Friday...it took 10 whole days to get from UK airport to my place...so slow..so frustrating....anyway I removed the SAS ... butterflies and shafts; and on Saturday morning fitted the moto box.Took her out today to see what she was like after carrying out these mods..... wow, so much smoother...much less engine break and the snatchyness has been virtually eliminated.....so happy, absolutely brilliant....although didnt notice much difference in hp, but Im going to re-map next weekend, so maybe it will be more noticable then ...thanx for all the advise and tips over the last few weeks...

Post 1169 by paul81,

#1169
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Post 1170 by AGRO!,

#1170
That is bad! But I have seen worse. Back in the 70s my mate had a Honda 750 and the sprockets on that nearly had no teeth.
When I asked him about getting a new chain and sprockets he just said It doesnt matter as Im trading it in on a new 750 Honda.
I said you cant trade it like that and he just laughed, So when the day came for his new bike I rode to the bike shop with him and after the deal was done the salesman pushes the bike into the shop and the chain fell off. We looked at each other and just cracked up it was so funny!!

Post 1171 by Anata,

#1171
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Post 1172 by kowekiller,

#1172
I rode it like it was stolen! Thank you NC weather.

Post 1173 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1173
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Post 1174 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1174
I was down by 5 teeth last time I changed my chain and sprockets but that's taking the piss

Post 1175 by Superdan,

#1175
I whipped my rear cylinder off today. First time attempting anything like this. Very happy to see cross hatched bore at 42k miles.

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Post 1176 by Anata,

#1176
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Post 1177 by nitrogeoff,

#1177
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Post 1178 by paul81,

#1178
for those that dont know north east ohio, its normally brutal in the winter with one of the few places in the world to get lake effect snow (and a lot of it) and if you wait five minutes the weather changes. well the change has happened and we had mid 60s in February. so decided to pull the cover after 4 months, put the battery back in, and woke up the beast. very exciting day considering the weather man is calling for a possible dusting of snow tomorrow!!

Post 1179 by bad8008,

#1179
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Post 1180 by kowekiller,

#1180
rode to work yesterday (distance 210km+ to and fro), and was caught up with the rain on the way back home and still manage to do 120kmh in the rain...
now it needs a clean wash.

Post 1181 by TLS_Russ,

#1181
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#1182
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#1183
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Post 1184 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1184
The only thing that worries me with a sprocket being worn like this is if the chain snaps you could be minus the lower part of your leg

Post 1185 by TLS_Russ,

#1185
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Post 1186 by paul81,

#1186
They used to scrutineer in the early days and it was quite strict to.....
noise was not a problem though as long as you had a can on there you passed, on track was much more relaxed you could power wheelie out of corners without some anally retentive dipshit waving a black flag at you as soon as your front wheel came off the ground a few inches....... those were the days

Post 1187 by BASH69,

#1187
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Post 1188 by TLS_Russ,

#1188
fitted new chain and sprockets yesterday
might wash it today

Post 1189 by paul81,

#1189
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Post 1191 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1192 by AGRO!,

#1192
I actually rode my SD for the first time this year on Saturday as the sun was out and I was gonna go mad if I did not get to go and blow the cob webs away. Unplugged the optimate checked tyres and topped up the oil, and the chain was nicely lubed and orf I went.
So I thought I would pop into my local dealer (30 plus miles away) and check out the new 690 Duke. Hmm the headlight seems to have been involved in a shunt and the exhaust is awful and it does seem a bit budget, but at a certain angle it seemed ok ish.
After a gander (and a well needed piss) I rode her home and had clocked up over 80 miles, but to fill her up from empty.......... fookin hell £26.00, I think there are gonna have to be some cut backs in my house hold, but none effecting me

Post 1193 by samba,

#1193
I had a look at one at the motorcycle expo and the thing looks to me like a after thought or just a half hearted effort.

Post 1194 by AGRO!,

#1194
took a deposit on it

Post 1195 by Viking,

#1195
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Post 1196 by nampus,

#1196
Got a new home built for it.

I'll look better once i get my KTM garage mat down and whiteboards an planners up

Ripped it apart again and sent a load of parts off for powdercoat. Damper spacers, peg hangers, subframe, exhaust brakets and clamps.


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Post 1197 by cdlabate,

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Post 1199 by Viking,

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Post 1200 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1200
It was pre made to my sizes by a local shed co. It wasn't much extra so got them to build it too.

Pic doesn't really show, but it's 13ft long, 6ft wide, and the roof is 8ft sloping to 7ft. It's as big as I could fit in the space I had.

Got garage mats etc coming for it. Hopefully get a few good pics of the bike in action this year and I'll get some blown up as posters for the walls.

So much better to get stuff done on the bike. Started a few silly litte jobs that I never got round to before coz of the cramped space like drilling out the broken bolt in the swingarm for the hugger.

Post 1201 by BASH69,

#1201
I my self have a metal shed on a concrete base, and told the wife it was for all the garden shit as well as my bike. Unfortunately there does seem like too much shit surrounding my bike and perhaps I should upgrade to a bigger shed as seeing the designer shed has made me jealous

Post 1202 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1202
made some stepped stainless washers to replace the rusty manky ones that hold the hugger on
a couple of machined stainless m6 screws and ,done
also made some replacement bar ends in stainless ,again to replace the rusty originals
hope me new seat arrives tomorrow , then mot'd on saturday

mike

Post 1203 by BASH69,

#1203
replaced the 8 cylinder studs. Am getting very impatient for all my bits to come back. So want to get at least the engine back together.

Post 1204 by Linga,

#1204
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Post 1207 by samba,

#1207
Dropped my bike off at Bob Farnhams today for Gas Flowing and setting up.
He's gunna compare the RC8 stacks against original.
Cant wait to get it back

Post 1208 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1208
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Post 1209 by tripoddave,

#1209
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Post 1212 by AGRO!,

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Post 1213 by samba,

#1213
fitted my new black seat , its amazing the difference it makes
had a blast up and down the street on it
my mate scouse had his sb8 bimota thing back in one piece after about 3 months of work , the horn
didn't work ,he had to take the motor out to change it , makes an sd look like a pedally in the maintenance side
will be good to see how it goes compared to the sd , might buy an rc8 soon so thats next level stuff ,just to piss him off

Post 1214 by TLS_Russ,

#1214
mot'd and taxed it
and rode about a bit

Post 1215 by Viking,

#1215
took her for a spin to a garage to test a ZX7R...



hated the bloody thing

Post 1216 by Exitman,

#1216
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Post 1217 by nampus,

#1217
Got the flooring 90% down in the shed. Homebase self adhesive vinyl tiles..... FTW.

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Post 1218 by Viking,

#1218
Man, that's cleaner than my kitchen!

Post 1219 by One67,

#1219
Everytime you post a pic of your shed I'm reminded i really really need to tidy up in the garage.
Your place looks super! Very nice workspace!

Post 1220 by AGRO!,

#1220
It'd just coz it's new. It'll dirty up in no time.

There's some mild ocd going down. I hate mess.

Post 1221 by MADDOG53,

#1221
At least you'll have somewhere nice to go when the missus tells you to "just get out of here"

Post 1222 by Viking,

#1222
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Post 1223 by oafboy182,

#1223
superduke and chips lol

Post 1224 by Anata,

#1224
What about "heat and air",,,next on your list tunes ,,,,fridg ,,re-cliner ,,,,flat panel TV lights I like it

Post 1225 by jambox,

#1225
Power gets wired in next Sunday. 2x 5ft strip lights and 2x double sockets

Tunes are sorted with an iPod dock. Heat sorted with an oil filled radiator just inside the door at the bottom left of the pic.

No air con. This is Scotland remember .

Not gonna put chairs or that in. There's not loads of extra room once the bikes in. It's all about the bike prep in there rather than a real Man Cave. Just needed somewhere decent so I can get it prepped to how I want it.

Post 1226 by Willh,

#1226
Mounted up a new tyre and installed stock license plate holder since my R&G tail tidy lost a screw and broke. I guess the previous owner has never heard of Locktight. The exhaust was missing a bolt also.

Post 1227 by Viking,

#1227
Got my old trusty Leo Vinces re-packed and back on the bike and switched to the white rear plastics at the back (just cause I can!). Looks so much better now the round Akras are gone.

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Also, messed around with my old 05 model a bit

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Post 1228 by Hitmike,

#1228
Took mine up to "The Scottish Bike Show" .(Only went 'cause I got in for Free and to sit on the 690 Duke. Hundreds of bikes but only one other KTM in bike park and it was a 640 SM!

Need to cut more off the "Mojo Pan" as it was vibrating against the rear cylinder header.

Post 1229 by Exitman,

#1229
Haha, finding somewhere in Manhattan to get out of second gear is a challenge!!

Post 1230 by nampus,

#1230
Put the battery back in. Started it, 15 min reset. And put it back together again. First test ride tomorrow if all goes well.

Post 1231 by nampus,

#1231
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Post 1232 by nampus,

#1232
Which map did you use?

Post 1233 by cdlabate,

#1233
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Post 1234 by AGRO!,

#1234
Thanks.
I rode it for the first time after the mods. That motobox is loud! I love it!

Post 1235 by Viking,

#1235
Ordered up some Remus carbon pipes. Pulling the stockers tonight...Finally!

Post 1236 by BASH69,

#1236
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Post 1237 by Viking,

#1237
Got a new gold DID X-ring chain. The chain that's on the bike is a no-name clip-link chain that has a bit of rust on the side plates from the previous owner. While the chain isn't showing any signs of issue, I don't like clips on street bikes and I'll feel all warm and fuzzy knowing there's a new, quality chain on the bike.

I also got a chain breaker / riveting tool;

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I've broken chains in the past by grinding the pin heads down and using a center punch, but I've never used a purpose built tool nor have I riveted a chain... and no instructions came with the kit!

Post 1238 by Exitman,

#1238
Got all my bits and bobs back from powercoat. Much better finish than my old Halfords rattle can job.

Fitted Stomp Grips and moved the pegs a bit on the rearsets.

Took it a blast to try it since the remap and Rottweiler airbox. Loads better. . Motor feels very strong.

Finally decided after that little blast i'm not riding on the road anymore.

Got back.......ordered a sidestand removal kit. Blacked out the speedo, took the horn and wiring loom off it. Looking at battle masks now

Roll on Anglesey.

Post 1239 by One67,

#1239
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Post 1240 by AGRO!,

#1240
Too impulsive

It'll prob be back on the road in a month

Post 1241 by nampus,

#1241
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Post 1242 by Viking,

#1242
Received my STM slipper today. Sat on my desk at work waiting for my return from Vegas to spend a day installing it. No Idea how to just yet but I reckon I can do it

Post 1243 by nampus,

#1243
revalve my front forks ,install 12mm dampening rods and modified the base and mid valve ,feels much better , maybe sat the shock iff i finish all the work i have

Post 1244 by Viking,

#1244
Just a few little mods,

first is a little extension on the chain guard, because I don't like those bits of chain lube that stick on the cans and under the back of the bike. (call me anal)

It's just a piece of 1mm polycarbonate that I shaped with a heat gun and pop riveted to the end of the standard guard.
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The other thing was bothering me was how upright the bike stood on its side stand, it's ok on the side of the road because of the camber,
but anywhere flat like a servo, I was worried that a slight gust of wind would push it over.

So I just put a cutting wheel on the grinder and trimmed about 4 or 5mm off the stopper on the side stand mount, now it's much better.
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Also got around to turfing out the secondary flies and put in a new map, Indy's. Thanks MrZ32.

Post 1245 by Viking,

#1245
I got a set of Dunlop Q2s fitted and a Shorai battery. The original battery was starting to crap its pants.
Me happy

Post 1246 by KTM666,

#1246
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Post 1247 by sequentialshift,

#1247
I'm sure the Sigma is different dude.

The STM and Suter use a different design for adjusting it up.




Fitted the black swingarm and gave it another clean up. Much better having somewhere to work. Bike prep has went thru the roof.

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Post 1248 by nampus,

#1248
That swingarm looks nice!
More plans before you start riding it? Or is it really done now?

Post 1249 by BASH69,

#1249
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Post 1250 by fuel,

#1250
Picked mine up from Revs Racing ( http://www.revsracing.co.uk ) after having the front forks revalved and serviced, and a new Wilbers Type 642 Competition rear shock fitted
Only been for a quick blast so far, but the bike feels so much more controlled than before, manages to feel firm yet compliant at the same time!

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Post 1251 by Viking,

#1251
Any chance of a few pics of the shock? Sounds good.

Post 1252 by BASH69,

#1252
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#1254
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Post 1255 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1255
Does that have a ride hight adjuster on it??

Post 1256 by fuel,

#1256
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Post 1257 by BASH69,

#1257
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Post 1258 by fuel,

#1258
stuck some new pads in the front and
pissed off a bloke with a kawa thou naked thing by passing him on one wheel at about 80 ish then showing him the sump into the next roundabout

tbh he might have been impresed

falling in love with the SD again ,had 3 years every day on it rain shine shit snow ,hated it ,eventually
bought a car last october (£200 astra) ,put it back on the road last weekend
love it again

Post 1259 by AGRO!,

#1259
nichols stuff ImageImage and a wee side shot Image

Post 1260 by Exitman,

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Post 1261 by fuel,

#1261
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Post 1262 by fuel,

#1262
@ fuel: Could you please tell us your impressions about the Wilbers 642 ? I for example would like to know, if the Wilbers has the same harshness over road bumps as the WP unit ?

Greets, Steffen

Post 1263 by CEREC1,

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Post 1264 by RosscoB,

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Post 1265 by GetSpiffed,

#1265
Thank you !

For now i have an original shock in use, tuned by a suspension guy.. Maybe some day the Wilbers..

Post 1266 by thriller954,

#1266
I was looked at a wilbers also can you reduce the length of the shock as well as lengthen it

Post 1267 by SDNerd,

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Post 1269 by fuel,

#1269
Carbon fiber front fender and rear hugger and chain guard...

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Post 1270 by BASH69,

#1270
Fitted the R mono seat.

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Think i'm done now, no more mods!

Post 1271 by RosscoB,

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Post 1274 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1275 by Viking,

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Post 1276 by blb,

#1276
New air filter finally got through customs and is now fitted -

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Bike is now complete and back in 1 peice, off to the ProjexUK dyno for Kev to work his magic hopefully next week when i can get a day off then sits 100% finished

Quick change of tyres then get some bloomin trackdays booked quick before i completly forget how to ride a bike

Post 1277 by Jody,

#1277
Nice one Stew. I just had a ongoing job extended for at least 6 more weeks. That has been a major boost to the 2012 trackday fund Looking to book one up asap.

Post 1278 by Superdan,

#1278
Get in the on track section and jump on a few of mine with me. Anglesey, Cadwell, Donny and 3x Oultons booked so far.

Post 1279 by Mr_Trecolareco,

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Post 1280 by Viking,

#1280
Not today but yesterday.

I fitted the new lightweight battery supplied by Carrot cycles (good service, recommended )

Then took it for a wee ride down the mountain

I don't know how to post map shots but if you check google maps, it's the road from La Rosiere 73700 to Seez

and back up again. Felt really good being on 2 wheels again

Post 1282 by KTM666,

#1282
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Don't make too much funny of my slow pass , just grabbing a couple of laps to know how the track was...like a skating ring so it's time to pack up and ride home for a warm bath

Post 1283 by BASH69,

#1283
Replaced the heat shield in the chin spoiler.
Blacked out the grill on the front. Looks a lot better if I do say so myself.

Seriously running out of things to mess about with on it. 2 weeks till trackday time.

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Post 1284 by dougle,

#1284
hey viking ...where did you buy the heatshield from...looking to replace mine very soon

Post 1285 by peppecbello,

#1285
This is what I did to my SD in the last two weeks:

- mask and instrumentation of the model 07,
- Chaft's front and rear arrows
- Lightech's plate holder
- SAS removed,
- EPC removed,
- BMC air filter,
- changed oil and filters,
- new tyres PIRELLI DIABLO ROSSO II,

waiting for MIVV SUONO

then mapping with tuneecu and I finished ..... for now!



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Post 1286 by Anata,

#1286
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Post 1287 by Viking,

#1287
Setup is'nt till thursday. So won't even know till after then.

Till then you can guess what I paid for this spring.

It was twice the price of standard

Post 1288 by No. 47,

#1288
Got the suspension sorted. Still hard but much more supple. Inspiring more confidence. (And no I don't have the settings to hand before anyone asks.)

Standard rear spring is borderline for me apparently. So my back pack, filled with pies. Should now be "De Rigour"

Fuel light came on on the way home and I managed to get an indicated 83 miles out of reserve More like 10 . So no change in that department since 2005.

Will probs put the Spring(s) on E-Bay Soas not to cause back biting.

Now back to my drink.

Post 1289 by samba,

#1289
I met fakujak72 in real life yesterday. Guy was spot on. Wasn't even drunk or anything.

Bike was looking good matey.

Post 1290 by Anata,

#1290
..........managed to find some fuel for it in central London.

Post 1291 by Bert,

#1291
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Post 1292 by Exitman,

#1292
Removed SAS, fitted DNA filter, wrapped exhaust played with tune ecu. Ok so this is the last few days, not just today. Just need to put it back together and see if it works.

Post 1293 by speedmotorrad,

#1293
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#1294
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Post 1295 by Linga,

#1295
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Post 1296 by nampus,

#1296
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Post 1297 by Linga,

#1297
Had the bike on the dyno last weekend and made a few very important changes via tune ecu - nice gains in torque and HP most importantly sorted out any jerkiness.

Took the "touring" windscreen off and replaced with the oem - looks much nicer and less buffeting though a bit more wind on the chest -

Love this bike - even after 5 model years it still looks beautiful -

Steve

Post 1298 by Viking,

#1298
Finally fitted the MotoMFG stand. Not too happy about the pact of a washer for the swing arm busing so I'm going to fine a suitable part and refit next weekend. Pretty cool stand though.

Post 1299 by Linga,

#1299
who knows mate If the new SD is great, I just might try and get one from the Europes and use it as an excuse to do the touring thing...
Crashfest would be included, and a visit to all the tracks/roads/people I've heard about.
Definitely on the back of my mind....

Post 1300 by jambox,

#1300
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Post 1301 by Linga,

#1301
Have to have a 300cc overflow can, Just happened to spot it as I was at the shops and thought sweet!
I agree with the red, there might be some coming shortly

Post 1302 by Paddy Field,

#1302
Today I have sold it...
And now I've got a Multistrada, which is a hell of a lot more comfortable, which is just as well as it's a hell of a lot more money. Deep down I prefer Ducatis, and have done since the early 70's.
So there will be the odd gizmo up for sale in the market section soon when I've taken some suitable photos - Akros, taller screen and gel seat.

Post 1303 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1303
Finally got my SD back together and running

Works done

Engine
Heads gas flowed
New rings

Powder coated parts:
Swing arm
wheels
brake disk hangers
brake callipers
engine mounts
sub frame

Painted
Fork ends
bottom yoke
clutch master cylinder
brake master cylinder

Before

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After (needs a good clean still and better camera than iphone as there is no detail in the blacks)

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I have left the exhaust cover off for now and kinda like it.

Post 1304 by BASH69,

#1304
Shes lookin nice dude

Have you ridden her yet?

Mines been set up on the dyno but still havnt thrown a leg over her

Post 1305 by Superdan,

#1305
Nice Klink, os no rear side panels the way forward?

Post 1306 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1306
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Post 1307 by Linga,

#1307
That looks very neat and tidy Klinck. Very nice without the side panels

Post 1308 by rac,

#1308
hi colonel klinck
awsome looking bike with proper tyre treatment. will get nice warm rear parts without the side panels ,looks great.
cheers r

Post 1309 by MrZ32,

#1309
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Post 1310 by Linga,

#1310
LR Designs.
They were speedy and professional, even calling to see that they had made it and were what I wanted

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#1311
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Post 1312 by Linga,

#1312
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Post 1313 by Superdan,

#1313
Rode it in the sun. Lovely.

Post 1314 by nampus,

#1314
Gave my KTM 08SD and the KTM 00 EXC 300 smoker a new stable mate .. a 04 KTM 950 Adventure to replace the Triumph Tiger. Might have to wait a few years to replace the 00 Honda XR650R with the new KTM 500 Enduro.. a bud has one..looks too good for me to ride, I will want it NOW!

Post 1315 by scamb66,

#1315
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Post 1316 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1316
Finally finished the oil change by filling if with fresh oil again. Also fitted the rc8 stacks. Hopefully squeeze in a quick dyno session next week to check if it's not runnig lean.

Post 1317 by Superdan,

#1317
Went for a ride with someone on the forum. He decided to somersault over the bars with the bike following. Landed upside down on its tail.
Wont say who and will let him post the incriminating pics (you have 2 days, then up they go)........oh yeh he's kind of ok.

Post 1318 by scamb66,

#1318
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Post 1319 by Linga,

#1319
whooooooops

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#1320
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Post 1321 by kowekiller,

#1321
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Post 1322 by KTM666,

#1322
feel for you fella.....

But it could be a lot worse .......hope you get it all back togeather and back riding ASAP

Post 1323 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1323
Main thing is your ok,
Bike can be fixed.I flipped my RS a few weeks ago at Cadwell Park and theres alot more damage to mine.

Today i got some new rubber on my SDR and am hoping to take for a ride tomoz.It will be the 1st ride since i got it back from Bob Farnham so the weather better not let me down.

Post 1324 by BASH69,

#1324
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#1325
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Post 1326 by scamb66,

#1326
Only about 170 today. Clocked the rest up just pootling around over last few days. Will prob do another 150 tomorrow if weather is nice. Need to try and get some saddle time in before Cadders m8 or I'll be left behind

Post 1327 by MADDOG53,

#1327
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Post 1328 by BASH69,

#1328
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Post 1329 by bic_bicknell,

#1329
I fabbed up a set of exhaust can sliders today out of "orange " high temp PEX tubing,,,,looks the nut's IMO,,,had to "work" the stuff with a heat gun to get to the proper shape,,but this stuff will do the job nicely, has an ali "core" to take the heat, put on a strip of heat barrier first,,,

Post 1330 by BASH69,

#1330
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Post 1331 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1331
fitted o2 sensor eliminators

smooths it out a bit more

secondry flies next

getting better all the time

Post 1332 by Viking,

#1332
threw it on the trailer all ready for a wet Donnington tommorow!

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Looks like the 1st thing il be doing is fitting the WOWs!

Post 1333 by cloonster,

#1333
Stew, just an interested question really.

How do you feel about going out on track after a complete rebuild like you've just done? Just psychologically what do you think you'll feel as you get up to track speeds and start wondering if everything is put together right and if anything is going to come loose? I sometimes feel bad enough if I've just rebuilt my brakes or clutch or whatever but you've done everything all at once.

Same as Klink but at least he's done a couple of hundred miles on the road by now.

What's your plan? A few sessions just feeling the bike out? Or do you just trust everything, warm the tyres and go for it?

At least you don't have to worry about the pink paint. That can't go wrong can it?

Post 1334 by rac,

#1334
TBH Bic i booked into inters for 2 reasons!

1. i havnt thrown a leg over a bike for gone 6 months, &

2. the rebuild!

it looks like rain aswel so that wil another excuse to take things a little easy and get a feel for everything!

Ive been over the bike today retightening everything and checking stuff over!

Im at Silverstone on Saturday so that will be the real 1st ride in anger

Post 1335 by cloonster,

#1335
Have a good one Stew. Shame about the weather Hope you get a dry one on Sat and lets hope for a nice day for Caddders next thursday


Bic, once I had the engine running properly after the fuel pump issue I was 100% that I had done every stage correctly. Engine wise it wasn't actually as complicated as I thought it might be. The workshop manuel is pretty idiot proof if you follow it to the letter. Although I had a strict no weed policy until after spannering. I have been back over the bike again and checked all nuts and bolts to be safe.

Post 1336 by speedmotorrad,

#1336
Prepped it inbetween it's track days.

Usual prep........
Full wheels off/ panels off / tank off check and clean
Full spanner check
Little bleed of calipers
Rechecked sags and damping clicks
Lub up chain and adjusted


Adjusted fork heights in Nichols
Adjusted sags
Moved breather filter position
Fitted 2.0mm plate to slipper in place of 2.3mm
Fitted new tyres
Made up a spare quick action throttle tube.
Mounted up new HD Bullet cam mounts.


Sold the painted side panels and bought track spec grp gel coat ones....................only to find I'm getting fooked about from the Greek fairing co and after a week the useless dickwad hasn't even posted them yet. They've got to be here my a week today coz I leave for Oulton/Cadwell double header next Monday night. Looks like I might be running the bike without any on.

Post 1337 by Viking,

#1337
Been a busy boy over the last couple of weeks and she is all finally going back together.

The standard gubbins.
MH airbox fitted
SAS removal
secondry flies and shafts removed.
O2's
PCV fitted
throttles sync'ed
all plastics resprayed in matt black, couple of stickers here and there.
mojo belly pan
side spoliers off to be revinyled, should expect them back this friday ( will post a final result).

I am still in a neck brace after breaking my neck snowboarding 5 weeks ago, and yesterday i just couldn't resist temptation after all the work i have carried out, off came the brace and went for a quick spin, i now understand the term "unleash the beast".

Quick Q for you boys, am planning to get her dyn'oed next and me closest dyno rolling road is southhapmton, i live in fleet close to farnborough (hampshire). can anyone recommend where i should take it or are all dyno stations the same ?

right, some eye candy

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Post 1338 by samba,

#1338
hi cloonster
looks great in matt black
where did you get the mojo extra belly pan extension from .?
the bike looks much better without heat shield and side panels .
the induction noise must sound awsome from the mh airbox.
cheers r

Post 1339 by cloonster,

#1339
I've always used Steve Jordan in Great Bookham for my dyno needs.
He really knows his stuff and will do a great job. Not a million miles from you.

Post 1340 by cloonster,

#1340
@ rac

ROGER HEATH <[email protected]> is the chap for the belly pan.

The sound is amazing, it sort of whistles when induction is happening.

@ Timo.

nice one mate, leatherhead is not to far from me, you got any contact details?

Post 1341 by One67,

#1341
Yeah, I like it.

Did you design it yourself ?

Post 1342 by cloonster,

#1342
partly, i came up with the circuit boardry idea and then let the wrappers do the full design. i think it looks the business!!.

really reasonable as well, both spoilers and exhaust heat shields for £140.

Post 1343 by cloonster,

#1343
folks

I have had a chat with the chap at 01racefx and he is more than happy to take new custom.

Will post the final result when i receive the panels back, but so far its looks awesome and he is really reasonable too.

http://www.01racefx.com/

Chaps name is Gray, and seems like a decent fella.

contact details can be found on the site.

Post 1344 by Bert,

#1344
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Post 1345 by rac,

#1345
hi cloonster
bike sounds great , thanks for the name of the guy for the belly pan,
the brown dog , no ones going to mess with him , ultimate bike alarm eh, white dog gets your lower legs as bones, and the brown dog to tear ya nuts off .
my dogs run off when they here the bikes , think its the fumes rather than noise . they can here the bike coming home from work though.
cheers r.

Post 1346 by cloonster,

#1346
Shot for the YouTube tip bert!

@rac, it's a pleasure bro, enjoy, it looks awesome and well turned out!!

Should expect panels back before the weeks end so will pop up some pics of the final result !!

Happy days!!

Post 1347 by Willh,

#1347
Unusually late first ride of the year. Blow the cobwebs off so to speak.

What's new for the ride- comfort seat, 2 into 1, RC8 stacks, headlight, tail treatment.

Noticed that he RC8 stacks are Loud and some low rpm part throttle noise is annoying. It reminds me of my Duc when I did the air-box top mod. I can tool around at 2000 rpm now with no problems but the throttle must be handled with care on the top end, or I'm just rusty, but the front lifts very fast, and as fast as it goes down shutting down it comes right back up with shocking speed. Me thinks I have a bit more top end power than before. Fourth gear wheelies over the top of hills. Need more time in the saddle.

Post 1348 by Blackduke77,

#1348
I finally got my bike on the road. Got a freshly shaved and recovered seat. Got the front and rear shocks serviced and tuned(revalved and set to my weight), did the oil change with maxima oils(first time trying this oil) Rebuilt the water pump and flushed the system , put some engine ice in this time. Got some new Bridgestone S20 tyres on order, hopefully have them on next weekend! I'm pretty stoked to finally be back on the bike. Winter was way too long this year. Next few weeks I'll attempt to remove the pc3 and dive into tune ecu. Can't wait. Riding season here again. Yessss!
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Post 1349 by cdlabate,

#1349
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Post 1350 by rac,

#1350
hi all
today i have kicked mine for the first time ,bl--dy thing would not start , this morning a indicator bulb packed up and then late this afternoon ,it would not start , 6 attempts later no go ..... there was a heavy down poor 2 hours earlier . so i left the m---- by its self ,had a cup of coffee wondering if i ran the ktm recovery how long to come and get me , thinking i am stuck from home 24 miles away ... 20 mins later ,pressed the electric start ,nothing again . kicked the b-----d. tried again and it started , got all my crap together and left it running . rode home no problem , maybe need to spray the plug caps with some wd 40 or similar . ?done the battery area last weekend with ac 50..
poor bike has been wet every day this week one time or another.
any one know how many starts out of a new battery .the bike is 9 days old now and its future is looking poor already . .
i like the bike really ,i think its trying my patience
r

Post 1351 by rac,

#1351
hi
picture of the non starter ,before it go a soaking week ago.
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Post 1352 by Blackduke77,

#1352
I wrecked my SD and broke my collar bone yesterday. Came out of a turn into a bunch of gravel then front end washed out. Not sure what the extent of the damage is other than broken signals and mirrors. Everything else looked ok. I have to wait until monday to pick up my bike since the shop is closed.

BTW: dainese kevlar jeans work, no tear in the pants. My dainese jacket worked ok, right shoulder plate was all bent up, but the left side was ok. Ironically, the left collar bone is what broke, i guess because the impact hit the collar instead of the shoulder. Dainese should develop collar bone armor if not for me, but for Danny Pedrosa. I have a few more collar bones to break before I catch up to him.

Post 1353 by Linga,

#1353
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Post 1354 by rac,

#1354
I feel your pain big fella, hope you heal up fast!!!

Post 1355 by jambox,

#1355
't is. Always sad, when you hear such stories.

But Hey! The time it takes you to heal.

You have saved up enough. To fix the bike. .

Post 1356 by jambox,

#1356
hi count_zero
gravel is a bikers nightmare .
one of my threads on the forum ,binned a rsv in a corner .
sorry to hear that you have hurt yourself . get fixed up soon eh .
the sd bikes seem to get away with minimal damage ,which is good.did you have some sliders fitted to bike .?
hopefully be back on road quick with least expense..
r

Post 1357 by Anata,

#1357
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#1358
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#1359
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Post 1360 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1360
I did the best thing in the world you can do to your SD........I rode it!


Got a few miles of twisties in yesterday:

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Post 1361 by stalker,

#1361
Dropped it, after a silly person drove into the back of me while I was waiting to turn out of a junction.

Luckily, damage isn't too bad - the crash protectors did their job, just a few scuffs here and there. It needed to go into the dealers for a few bits and bobs anyway, just wasn't expecting to be forced to take it in right away.

Hopefully the story will have a happy ending, she has admitted liability and her insurance are paying for a hire bike while mine gets fixed. Always wanted to try a GSX R750 so maybe this is my chance

Post 1362 by cloonster,

#1362
here is the final result, only thing outstanding is the custom map on the 19th.

Happy Boy! thing she looks awesome, cant wait to get her out on the road after all the work. Neck brace off on the 6th of June (not long now).

The standard gubbins.
MH airbox fitted
SAS removal
secondry flies and shafts removed.
O2's
PCV fitted
throttles sync'ed
all plastics resprayed in matt black, couple of stickers here and there.
mojo belly pan
side spoliers off to be revinyled, should expect them back this friday ( will post a final result).

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Post 1363 by cloonster,

#1363
another one just for good measure!!

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Post 1364 by fuel,

#1364
Fitted some bar end mirrors, CRG Arrows.

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Post 1365 by jambox,

#1365
Cloonster, that looks smart as, mate. Kudos.

Post 1366 by nampus,

#1366
Cloonster: Very nice design! Really fits the design of the sd!
@fuel: I'm jeaulous, I want those mirrors! Why are they so expensive!

Fitted my mojo bellypan today, crappy cell phone pic:
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Post 1367 by Ducati Pete,

#1367
Today, after 6 months, I removed my superduke from the trailor!

It started first time on the button. It has cobwebs on it!

Post 1368 by stalker,

#1368
cobwebs . . .thats a bit too orange county choppers pete

Post 1369 by SuperHoon,

#1369
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Post 1370 by MrZ32,

#1370
that belly pan looks great... whered you get that?

Post 1371 by Bert,

#1371
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Post 1372 by No. 47,

#1372
removed secondry flies and snorkel today
runs a lot sweeter in traffic ,and makes more noise

brilliant

Post 1373 by Viking,

#1373
........sworn at it a few times as it failed on me this morning and I spent most of the day with Paul at his workshop failing to find an electrical short that's blowing the ignition circuit fuse - found and fixed a host of other unrelated corroded wiring/connector problems though.

Post 1374 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1374
also found that running an m8 tap down the front tank mount ,makes it loads easier to get the bolt in

Post 1375 by Willh,

#1375
Stripped the rear shock off ready for the new spring coming.

Drilled holes in it. Lots of them. Took more bits off. Attacked it with the grinder.

Can't see many more places I can drag weight off the fat slag without spending money.

Post 1376 by omky756,

#1376
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#1377
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#1378
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#1379
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#1380
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#1381
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#1382
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Post 1383 by stalker,

#1383
Installed the CPR Rottweiler airbox and took my SDR for a ride. The sound is infectious and is going to get me banned from the streets!!! Fookin' amazing. Next - book a tune up / dyno. Can't wait.

Post 1384 by Doon,

#1384
Well after not having ridden er for 3 weeks due to needing to at least check the valves , i pulled the gas tank - pulled radiator - pulled Oil tank - Airbox and getting ready to do my first valve check and adjust if necessary. While i'm at it i'll put some kinda color on those valve covers. Wishing / if i have enough time i'd like to do the breather mod.
I need to detail the radiator and oil tank - and those engine hangers . And looks like my valve covers have been seeping fairly well , I have really ridden the bike pretty hard for the past 10,000 miles - total 22 K now. The bikes been more fun than a barrel of monkeys since the motohooligan box and more time/experience in the saddle.

Wishing i had the money for a revalve of the front end. Took my passenger pegs back off - not dating the little Firedancer tattoo chick anymore so they gota go ...

I'm contemplating the idea of an aluminium gas tank . Have met several people who make tanks. Mine's grown a couple of very faint pimples - i'm not worried just more after a lighter tank - Anyone weigh a stock tank ? Feels like about 18 pounds.

Image Been ridin the pants off my Ascot V-twin instead .... Put rear shocks on the stiffest setting and like it much more. thinkin of puttin a shim in the front tubes to stiff'n those up too -

anyway - wish me luck on this valve check/adjustment....

john

Post 1385 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1385
Treated myself to some new one piece Wolf Titanium leathers off eBay. Spanking new, still with labels for £221 eBay might be the best shopping invention ever!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300702748818? ... 500wt_1094

Post 1386 by samba,

#1386
titanium?? is that not gonna be a bit stiff??

bit like this dude?

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Post 1387 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1387
I wish I looked that good!

Post 1388 by MADDOG53,

#1388
The boot's,,,the boot's ,,need to be chromed as well anyway I installed a set , or brake side Rizoma pro-guard today and put some graphix on my cf tank panels,,no time to do much else these day's,,,work,work.work,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Post 1389 by Jermo,

#1389
I bought it and rode it home

Post 1390 by Viking,

#1390
Got a set of Rizoma MA005 bars.

Don't like them. Almost the right height but too much sweep back. They don't actually allow you to get your weight forward because the sweep brings your hands back too far.

Got a set of Ducati Streetfighter bars coming too so I'll try those and make a decision. Chances are one set will be up for sale though.

Post 1391 by Doon,

#1391
Installed my autotune yesterday, pretty straight forward apart from the rear sensor hole needing to be made a bit larger for the sensor to fit.
Still raining so i have not been for a ride yet.

Post 1392 by omky756,

#1392
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Post 1393 by JohnJJr,

#1393
Found a great way to make the SD tyres last longer. It's called a KTM 950 Adventure. Picked a clean 04 up last month....and have not been back on the SD since...If I had to have only two bikes it would be a KTM 300 2 smoker and the KTM Adventure camp mule. Works very well for me cause I live in the sticks and have plenty of logging roads to ride. Not so good for town folks who hang at the cafe. Only draw back so far it's one tall mule. No way can I flat foot both feet.( I keep thinking of Paul and his SD build when he could not flat foot his bike.) A fix is trade forks and shock with newer KTM 990's who want long travel. I will live with it for the summer..it's time to ride..

What ever you do don't bet pay checks on a bumpy, tight road race with an experenced KTM Adventure rider with your SD.
As for the Adventure tyres..put a front on yesterday and the rear is melting like a candle.

Post 1394 by Viking,

#1394
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Post 1395 by BASH69,

#1395
Sprayed up and fitted the Ducati bars.

Far better. Feel exactly how I wanted.

I'll fire the Rizomas in the for sale section.


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Post 1396 by Viking,

#1396
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Post 1397 by BASH69,

#1397


It's a just an old Mac top box.

I sold my big Snap On cabinets and a load of my tools when I left the workshop. Kept all the basics and a few special tools, bit punted a lot of the air tools etc.

Thought you'd have spied the white board and calendar too. Can't be too organised.

Post 1398 by omky756,

#1398
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#1399
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Post 1400 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1400
"Oh spare me spare me spare me ------ Screw the paychecks lets go Pink slips you TRAITOR !!! "

No traitor here, just riding what I got, when I want, where I want. Frikin' spoiled rotten. Just about ready to jump on the SD, tomorow the 2 smoker. Back to work Monday...off for two months watching it rain. Might take the Adventure for an overnighter before Monday....life is good...aaaahhh. Its my birthday month...all month...60 frikin years here and I thought I would never see 16..fookin eh man...

Post 1401 by CADScott,

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Post 1403 by Viking,

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Post 1408 by Doon,

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Mines an 07 SDR, as long as you have a 16mm dia clearance you should be good to go.

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Post 1410 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1411 by Jermo,

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I took a bucket of dead flies and threw them at the front of my bike.

At least, that's what it looks like...

Post 1412 by Bert,

#1412
the last couple of days I finally tackled my headlight mask upgrade

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Post 1413 by larryf8,

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Post 1414 by Bert,

#1414
Thanks larryf8.
Forum member jmann is working on a non-invasive (no wire-cutting) howto. I had the chance to have a sneak peek and it was of great help.
And there is a lot of valuable info in this thread: viewtopic.php?f=5&t=5291
I'll post some of my findings there when I've got a bit more time.

Post 1415 by steeeve66,

#1415
Today fitted lots of *bling*; steering damper (sadly tucked away out of sight under the stem), Stealth sprocket, gold chain and new front sprocket, assorted anodised orange bits (brake reservoir cap etc) bled the fluid and serviced the brakes while I was at it...

S

Post 1416 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1417 by robjederuiter,

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Post 1418 by Bert,

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Thanks guys.
Nope, haven't done the paintjob myself.

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Post 1421 by jmann,

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Post 1424 by No. 47,

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Ta but it's for a '10 SD not '08 SDR.

Post 1425 by Jermo,

#1425
Are you sure there is a difference in the wiring? I thought it was just a different mapping but I'm not sure though.

Post 1427 by omky756,

#1427
After getting my R tail wiring sorted..
I finally got my PCv and autotune installed...
Also while I was at it..
I cleaned my air filter and installed the RC8 velosity stacks...
and then installed the lower temp switch in the radiator
for turning on the fan sooner...
Got in a bitchin ride Sat..!!!!!
Next project is the Suter slipper clutch...

Post 1428 by No. 47,

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Post 1429 by fuel,

#1429
Rode it in the sun!!!

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Post 1430 by bic_bicknell,

#1430
Looking good fuel! Jealous of your ride today. Not a day to be stuck at work.

Post 1431 by stalker,

#1431
loaded it in the van ready for brands gp tomorrow

Post 1432 by BASH69,

#1432
Fitted the Nichols triple clamp, removed a few more bits and went back to the smaller fuel tank as the bike is only used for Track duty now so the larger tank is a waste of time (and now up for sale).

Post 1433 by Joker,

#1433
Just been out and caned the shit out of it. What it was built for wasn't it?!

Post 1434 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1435 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Arrived home to find this waiting for me

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Post 1436 by samba,

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Arrived home to find this waiting for me

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Post 1437 by BASH69,

#1437
they sent you two? dibs on the spare

Post 1438 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1438
Il send you txt of how ive fitted mine dude, it aint that easy with our rearsets. The shift linkage hits the main body of QS unless you fit it down the far end

As for my bike i bled the brakes and clutch and Stompgripped the little tank!

Post 1439 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1439
I found a grub screw in my spares bin so hopefully I can make it work I was also worried about the gap between the rearset and shift linkage Going to have a look at it now.

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Post 1442 by scooboo81,

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Post 1444 by KTM666,

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Post 1445 by CADScott,

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Post 1446 by jambox,

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Took my 2 month old SDR back to the dealer I got it from for a warranty issue.

Oil light is coming on at low RPM when the engine is warmed up, and there is heaps of rattling noise coming from the right hand side of the engine. I had them look at it for the noise at about 500kms, and at the first service, and they said it was not an issue, but somehow now it is a big problem, grrr.
Hope it is nothing serious, I figure the cam chain tensioner or the clutch is the culprit.

Post 1447 by jambox,

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Post 1448 by MADDOG53,

#1448
Oh yeah, after my ride I had a play with TE on my current map (added some figures from the "smoothed akra" map, plus a little tweak) and took it to work and for a blast afterwards.

Feels good! The smoothness down low is very apparent and it felt like there was some extra punt out of the corners. But need a proper ride to confirm.

Also booked in for a rear tyre change, as mine is rather bald down the middle

Post 1449 by cdv478,

#1449
Removed handlebar risers,,,installed Scotts damper,,,wheel graphix,,,,

Post 1450 by jambox,

#1450
Installed G2 throttle cam and soldered a wired on my grip warmers. With the airbox, O2 eliminators, oval secondary plates, and Akra map, this thing is far smoother than it originally was. Now its is fun and tolerable at low speed on bumpy roads.

Post 1451 by scooboo81,

#1451
Just been out for a bit. 27 degrees here today, running Bridgestone race wets, holy shit they are sticky. Like plasticine when I got home. Loving it. Shame they don't last longer though, also a shame they say "race use only" on the side.

Post 1452 by jambox,

#1452
Just come back form a long ride and didn't have any engine problems like last time, plus the map I put in seems pretty damn good!

Post 1453 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1454 by DGShannon,

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Post 1455 by Jermo,

#1455
Here in Holland it's been closer to 30 degrees Celsius all week. Hot but worth it and just after dinner it's perfect (25C) and light until almost 11PM

By the way, didn't do anything with my SD today but yesterday I practiced some 2nd gear clutch-ups (stock sprockets) around balancing point and upshifting. Almost as easy as on a supermoto, absolutely love the SD!

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Post 1458 by nampus,

#1458
Took it for a ride, had it on a dyno:
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Blue line is the run from last year (totally stock)
The other lines today's run. Conditions were pretty much similar.
Set up atm: motobox, gutted stock exhaust, flies and shafts removed, sas removed, o2 disabled, epc disabled, rc8 stacks fitted.
But I've got a feeling the dent in the graph at 4k is due to the rc8 stacks, so will be putting the stock stacks back in.
Than it's time for a custom map.

Tonight I'll probably give it a wash, it's covered in bugs

Post 1459 by drkwng,

#1459
Fitted a set of Q2s on today.

Post 1460 by Viking,

#1460
Built the bike back up and got it ready for 3 days on track this week.

Shock still isn't back from ERS and I'm supposed to be leaving at 4pm tomorrow. Que some agitated phone calls at 9am. He's had it for 10days and it was meant to he back Fri at the latest.


Finally took the plunge and decided to race it. Got my SACU race licence test next Sunday. For some bizarre reason the bike has to go through scrutineering before the on track assessment. Spent today drilling bolts ready for lock wiring and fitted toe guard to swingarm.

Dropped the coolant out it and refilled with water. Took the thermostat out it to try and get it to run a little bit cooler. That was a battle. Had to drill cut and bend it all through the hose connection holes and pull it out piece by piece.

Other crap like moved the GPS sensor to a better location and stuff.

Looking forward to finally getting some full warm dry days on track. Never had a warm dry day yet! It's either rained or been freezing cold. Hopefully find my feet with it and get some decent productive laps strung together.

Thundersport gb is at Oulton this weekend. I'll there on wed with Fuel and Skip so can hopefully shoot for some lap times to match the guys I'll be racing with.

Post 1461 by skip,

#1461
only on the reserve list at the mo

Post 1462 by jambox,

#1462
Tried to sort out the chain adjustment and found out how stupid those fricking blocks are. The chain has been adjusted to the correct tension but one side the block has 2 nicks, the other 3! Wound them all the way in and they are still out.

Took of the right and measured it up to the left, exactly the same sizes.

Set up the tension again, the nicks are out yet again. Ended up just using a metal rule to get them sorted, as I figure the slope on the r/h of the swingarm cuts away more than the left.

Stupid chain adjusters!

Post 1463 by scooboo81,

#1463
Balanced the throttle dies,fitted a rc8r throttle and had her serviced,and got her and myself bloody soaked

Post 1464 by BASH69,

#1464
Lifted the tank to add a bit of coolant. Took 45 minutes to get it back in place

Worst thing about this bike.

Post 1465 by BASH69,

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Post 1466 by preey,

#1466
Sat in the house knowing i should have been chasing Clinky round Cadwell Park - Fookin Chronic Fatigue shite

Post 1467 by omky756,

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Post 1468 by omky756,

#1468
Ive taxed mine and guess what its rained all f-----g day since

Post 1469 by Lowrance,

#1469
Finally got tired of prying on the tank to get it remounted..
So I bought a pair of MotoHooligans rear adjustable offset mounts...
Installed them last nite...

Post 1470 by Jermo,

#1470
Do those come with an airbox by chance?

Post 1471 by omky756,

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Post 1472 by Lowrance,

#1472
Would love to have the MH airbox, nowhere to properly dyno my bike tho.
Afraid of having the fueling a mess, when it works so well now.

Post 1473 by Viking,

#1473
Drilled and lockwired it up.

Had to order new number boards from L&R Designs as they arent legal size. Only 5mm out in places but cant give them anything to fail scrutineering on.

Fitted balance shaft seal to stop it pumping oil out the breather filter. 5min job to fit, old one was wrecked.

Gave it the usual full strip down spanner check. Every time i strip it after a trackday i find something. Just a wee 1/4 turn here and there, something moved out of position and chafing etc. Always rebleed the brakes and clutch and get micro bubbles out brake master cylinder. Full strip, check and rebuild ready to go took a full shift this time!!

Waiting on tyres, pads, and 520 conversion kit.
Will do the ACU test on sunday with the shagged tyres on. Think it's just a wee run round to make sure you can go a bike without fallin off.

Then get my Thundersport form away and see if they'll give me the number i want.

Exciting stuff. It's actually happening!!
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Post 1474 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1474
Good luck dude I admit to being envious. Love the idea of going racing. Expense, risk of smashing up SD and lack of balls is letting holding me back

Post 1475 by Viking,

#1475
Expense=
Not much more than a summer trackday. Donny is £150. A 2 day race weekend with 2x qualifying and 4 races is £170. Sure enough it'll need tyres etc, but for all the actual time on track i dont think it'll be any harder on them. Those brand new Interacts i scrubbed at Cadwell are shagged after 2x dry days. Right down to the wear markers on the edges and sliding on the power.

Risk=
I think its the safest of all tbh. Racing, then trackdays, then road riding. Roads are mental. Trackdays are risky coz of the huge range of ability there can be in the groups....plus the condition of some of the bikes. Look at the guy at Donny when i was there last week. 1st flying lap, 1st session, dumped it on the main straight!!! He'd overfilled his brake fluid resevoir. Brakes heated up, binded on, he gave it the berries, the front lifted off the throttle and locked when it touched down and tucked. Just pure luck his bike missed all the guys around him.

Balls=
Naaaa It's only riding a bike round a track dude. It's not the TT.

Post 1476 by Ducati Pete,

#1476
Be prepared for a lot of sitting around doing f all.
It's one of the reasons I stopped.

That said, with the distance you drive to TD's I think you'll not mind that.

Post 1477 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1477
Kindof. Remembered I have one.

Too Drunk to fook.

Old enough to die?

Post 1478 by MrZ32,

#1478
Ok you got me on the expense Risk wise though I know I push nearer my riding limits on track. I do ride way too fast at times on road but I choose my moments, well most of the time anyway Trackdays do carry a risk but fast group seems the safest of the 3. We didn't get a singe red flag on Thursday at Cadders. In a race though people can come up the inside if you leave it open and competition tends to make people take greater risks. Still I'm sure its a scream and if I had a dedicated track SD and enough dosh to do it and put in the practice I would be tempted. Something nice to say you've done before you die.

Which class you riding in dude, 2012 Streetfighter?

Post 1479 by Viking,

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Post 1481 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1481
I had it dyno'd today as they were doing "power runs" at my local bike shop for £25. Gave me 118 BHP.

Post 1482 by CEREC1,

#1482
Went for a blast with Millar. Both just installed our slipper clutches and I think I speak for both of us when say we were happy bunnies Why didn't I do this mod ages ago I can really see how its going to help on track but its brilliant on the road as well. One less thing to worry about as the rear just sorts itself out. I fooking love it!

Post 1483 by stalker,

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Post 1486 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1486
yup , i dont mind hanging the back out , but its not the quickest way

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Post 1488 by MADDOG53,

#1488
Is there a better after market seat made for the SD?

I did about 230 miles on mine one day last week and was wishing for a little better seat.

Only one I have seen is the Corbin one, and I think it looks terrible.

Post 1489 by steeeve66,

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Post 1491 by Willh,

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Post 1492 by MADDOG53,

#1492
Rode around the IoM TT circuit, I mean 'road' - going again later today!
S

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Post 1494 by oafboy182,

#1494
after removing the sas system last week and installing a cpr rottweiler kit, today I was able to get tune ecu working and connected to my bike and uploaded one of James' maps....now cant wait for it to stop raining so i can see how this all works together!

Post 1495 by Willh,

#1495
After an oil change I fixed my broken Rizoma brake reservoir mount. I had to use the stock mount and do a little garage engineering to get it to work. A little tip. DON'T BUY RIZOMA FLUID RESERVOIRS! Both the ones I have on the bike have broken in a little over a year. The mounting brackets they use are junk. I'm just glad they were on the bike when I got it and didn't pay for them myself.

Post 1496 by Jermo,

#1496
Pulled the rear wheel to install SMT rear brake and found rock damage on the sprocket carrier and swing arm.
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I thought it was a close lightning strike that got the back end off the ground, looks like I was mistaken

Post 1497 by Willh,

#1497
Installed my new levers I bought from Bert, great finish and feel very solid
They look a lot more silver in real life (see last picture).
Also got my TuneECU cables today, just need the 6 pin connector and I'm ready to go

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Post 1498 by nampus,

#1498
Tightened/loctited the damper bolts, only one was still tight. Chain waxed. Bled/flushed the new rear two piston caliper with 5.1, I really need to get a mityvac...

Post 1499 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1499
Nice levers Jermo!
I installed the power lead for the garmin zumo today.
And finally managed to reset my gear indicator without resetting my clocks (gear indicator was giving false readings evers since I changed the sprockets from 16-38 to 16-40)
So now all that's left is waiting for the summer to start.....

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Post 1502 by rac,

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hi all
well i looked at it this morning and after all the shit that came down on it yesterday,high winds ,its not funny riding to work 25 miles and then some creep does a u turn on you in the rain 60 mph ,flo rain jacket on ,from the other side of the road across my path ..it was a very near one . blind ******* MUTHER****** . its raining again so today going in the car f **** it.
what the point of cleaning as it will rain again saturday when i ride to work .

Post 1503 by scamb66,

#1503
hi all
well i looked at it this morning and after all the shit that came down on it yesterday,high winds ,its not funny riding to work 25 miles and then some creep does a u turn on you in the rain 60 mph ,flo rain jacket on ,from the other side of the road across my path ..it was a very near one . blind ******* MUTHER****** . its raining again so today going in the car f **** it.
what the point of cleaning as it will rain again saturday when i ride to work .

computers gone nuts now and posted again ??

Post 1504 by samba,

#1504
Quiet day at work so decided to weigh the SD and a mates R1.
Mine was short 3lt of fuel (about 2kg) so happy with the result of 188kg. The R1 came in at 205kg full.
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Post 1505 by AGRO!,

#1505
bought and fitted Daisy a new battery... damn cold winters

on the plus side she now starts if I do so much as look at her

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Post 1507 by Willh,

#1507
Willh. You have any pictures or info on fitting your twin piston rear brake? I know there's a thread on here with a guy who did it but had to make some mods/spacer for the carrier. Did yours go on as a straight swap? Post up a review when you get the time. Be interesting to know if the improved performance was worth the cost/effort.

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Post 1509 by steeeve66,

#1509
Installed my Renthal Dual Compound grips
Now have to wait for 7hrs for the glue to dry...

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Post 1510 by Ducati Pete,

#1510
Just rode it back from the Isle of Man. SD was perfect, even with the awkward Kreiga bags strapped on to the back.

Shame the Senior race was cancelled tho...

Post 1511 by Ducati Pete,

#1511
Thrashed it around Cadwell - lovely jubbly, dry all day, pissed it down on the ride home. What else did I do to my SD? I thanked fook that it is capable of performing miracles when I over did it on the brakes on Park Straight. Didn't lock up but got the back wheel in the air pretty much as soon as I hit the brakes - the instructor behind me said it was easily a foot off the deck and couldn't believe I didn't crash......

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Post 1513 by Stupid Luke,

#1513
I cursed at it this morning...
I wanted to go for a short ride and found this:
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It's a crapy picture but is shows a bloody screw in my NEW tyre (with about 200kms on it)

Post 1514 by Bert,

#1514
That will plug,no problem

Post 1515 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1516 by AGRO!,

#1516
We will examine the damage on the inside on Monday. If it's minor, a patch will be vulcanised on the inside. If it is not, I will put on a new tyre.

Post 1517 by wizzzard,

#1517
Rode the piss out of it

Post 1518 by fuel,

#1518
Got her up off her wheels with a Moto MFG stand,,,,great peice of kit IMO,,,,,,passed inspection after the inspector douche bag made me buy some "side reflectors" (anal mo-fo fer sur) that is what to expect from a Jap dealer around these part's,,,,great day for a ride here low 70's no humidity,,,sun , sun , sun, did a 100 mile loop, came back smoked ciggaretts and a splive,,drank a six,,could be I do the same in the AM,,

Post 1519 by JohnJJr,

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Post 1521 by paul81,

#1521
Filled her up and took the number plate of ready for Oulton on Tuesday

Post 1522 by JohnJJr,

#1522
Put 'bout 100 miles on the SD yesterday. Rode thru a swarm of honey bees. Took out 'bout 20 of them. Kind of reminded me what it would be like to be hit with a machine gun. Lucky not to get stung. Had the 2 smoker 300 out to day. Almost ran over Bambi, twice. Not much biger than a loaf of bread. The doe was in the middle of the trail and took off. Bambi, just hunkered down in the middle of the trail. Never see one do that..just currled up....can't see me, right. Front wheel was about 6 inches away from it. It got up a went down the trail...away from mom. Great! So I just passed it on the side..frikin' grass polin is kickin my fookin ass this year....That is the main crop in this valley..grass seed. Polin is so thick at times it looks like smoke.

Post 1523 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1523
first ride on my rebuilt suspension. Ed Sorbo / Lindemann Engineering rebuilt the forks and shock with stacks built around the base line that SDNerd and Ed worked out. So far excellent. Need some time to dial myself and the suspension in. So far best money I've spent.

I'd like to be more specific but so far this revised suspension steamrollers bumpy roads and is very compliant over short expansion joints.

Post 1524 by AGRO!,

#1524
Been tidy'n things up after the valve adjustment - was gona do the Breather mod but decided not to do the advanced mod and just do the crank case breather.

took the handlebar risers off .

call'n it a nite

Post 1525 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1525
New clutch plates and master cylinder. Renewed the oil in the forks. Twiddled with the rear suspension. Getting ready for Sepang at the weekend. Fingers crossed that the STM Slipper arrives in time..

Post 1526 by nampus,

#1526
was going about my throttle cam with some cable ties when i spotted a spare throttle off my minibike. so the cam got hacksawed off and the dremel re shaped it and i now have a faster action throttle

took it out for a spin, throttle could be a bit quicker as it still goes a long way to get it fully open. tyres were pretty hot when i got back though

Post 1527 by ktmguy,

#1527
I got Akra Ti Evo exhaust, WP steering dampener, BT 16 tyres. Picked it up from the shop today, and was like holy shit. Noticeably more power, and the steering was much more responsive. I had no idea the dampener would have such an effect. One negative is that I'm getting some popping like chatter at high speeds, not sure if its because of the suspension is stiffer, new tyres, or the exhaust is cleaning itself out. I'll post pics later.

Post 1528 by AGRO!,

#1528
Filled Oil tank up with Rotella T .
Everything's bolted back up after Valve Adjust.
Radiator overflow topped off - need to refill radiator and bleed system before firing it back up.
Rolled through a couple rev's of engine - no Klankity Klanks -

Kinda anxious to run the Rotella - have a friend that has some great stories he tells about the stuff.
Gett'n ready to mount the crank case breather modification - super easy ...

I can feel the little beast waking up out of a 8 week sleep - alittle R&R never hurt.....

Cheers

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Post 1530 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1530
Hey Klinck is that string stuff a bit sticky? If it is its only a short term fix

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Post 1533 by JohnJJr,

#1533
Just put together the basic breather setup - i guess i'm one that doesn't want that gummy oily air goin down the throat of the throttle bodies.

A couple things to note:
1- the valve on the crankcase breather on my bike at 22k miles was spotless . I could look at the ball and it was clean as a whistle. I've been running Amsoil at first oil change since i bought the bike at 8K miles on it. One of Amsoil's test done are the condensation test which it passes very well . At 22K miles not a speck of foaming white gungy oil anywhere.

Short trips to the grocery store - or short 5 miles trips to work are a cause of condensation buildup - The engine doesn't really get a good chance to get really warmed up and then a cool down and condensation develops ( so that's the theory i keep hearing ) Anyway -thought this a good report on Amsoil ..

2- Didn't expect this Modification to come out as clean as it did.
a- i lowered the pcv valve on the crank case hose .
b- left off the upper section of hose from the pcv valve that normally does to top of Airbox/ Motohooligan box ...
c- was able to route the hose from Crank Case under the throttle cables and to the right side of bike
d- mounted the breather on top of the "T" connector
e- any oil that does find it's way up to the breather will run straight down into the catch tube .
f- the runoff tube is a straight shot out the bottom of "T" straight down to battery box out of sight out of way.
g- any oil to the breather has an uphill climb - hope it never makes it up there -

Everything nestles in there perfectly this way. Will find out how this all pans out.

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Post 1534 by Viking,

#1534
Ripped it apart for it's spanner check.

Forks and shock packet up and posted off to MCT Suspension for some changes.

Big old list of stuff to get through and only 2 weeks to get it all done before next trackday.


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Post 1535 by JohnJJr,

#1535
Got THE SDR. for the First time this month.

And creamed in my jeans . I am not the 212. I am the 12 I am Repunzel.

How's the TrackCats Dreamin'?

Post 1536 by KTM666,

#1536
No cool photos but put fire in the hole on the ole SD with Breather basic install.
Rode down the street - topped off the coolant .
did a wheelie . Everything's good .

after about 8 weeks down she's back up - think i'll ride just a bit more sanely ( Yeah right )

cheers

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Post 1538 by omky756,

#1538
Oh !
By the way .
When going to put my gas tank on after being off for almost 8 weeks i thought it had grown an inch longer and thought "Oh my gawd - i'm never gona get that thing back on".

So i put the front bolt in first and left it loose enough to shift the gas tank forward or back as necessary -
then i got the two rear allen bolts ready to put in - took the palm of my hand and started to slap the rear of the gas tank which pushed it forward enough to slip the allen bolt in the rear mounts.... Worked like a charm and was the easiest gas tank install so far.

cheers

Post 1539 by JohnJJr,

#1539
I got tired of slapping the bitch..
N got the Motohoologan rear
offset Tank mounts..

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Post 1542 by Viking,

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Post 1543 by JohnJJr,

#1543
I nearly called home to get someone to go out and swap those can round.

Managed to wait til i got back and you'll be pleased to know they're now in height and colour order. Karma is restored.

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Post 1546 by Nathan990,

#1546
Removed my secondary flies yesterday, Klincky came round with his laptop and switched off the FI light via TuneEcu, he also put on a bit of advance on my current map.
I also got round to connecting and setting up my Dynojet Quickshifter, a quick blast on the road proved it's working properly. It's a lot of fun banging up through the gears without having to dip the throttle.

Post 1547 by CADScott,

#1547
My first repair job on the duke, pics from last week. All back together now and looking real nice. Running great too. Just a waterpump rebuild and oil/coolant change. My messy garage is nothing to be proud of though haha.

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Post 1548 by No. 47,

#1548
Fitted a set of Rizoma MA010 bars, which are exactly the same profile as standard, but about 55mm lower, all the cables work fine with them without shortening, just needed to enlarge the holes in the ends to take the standard bar ends.

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Post 1549 by MADDOG53,

#1549
Just fitted ex-Viking's black MA005 bars and the bar ends fitted straight in.

Post 1550 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1550
Made the change to BLACK,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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Post 1555 by Davo-Singapore,

#1555
Launched Guy's map he kindly sent me for TuneECU and also had the STM Slipper fitted. Spent all of Saturday on track (8 x 20min sessions) at Sepang. It was goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood!

Kumbaya's all around.

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Post 1558 by jambox,

#1558
Finally bought a torque wrench to do up the rear wheel.

Plus it looks like today may finally be a day where it's not pissing it down (not had one of those for a long time), so gonna take it to work later.

Post 1559 by nampus,

#1559
Gave it a wash this afternoon. Tonight I'll probably adjust the chain and maybe put some chainlube on as well.

Post 1560 by Ducati Pete,

#1560
Not today, but on Saturday I rode my superduke for the first time in 8 months.

Post 1561 by JohnJJr,

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Post 1563 by nampus,

#1563
I always used s100 chain spray, but last time the shop was out of s100, so i bought motorex instead. I don't notice any difference between the 2. Motorex is cheaper so i bought a new can of motorex last week.
When i lube my chain, I always do it after a ride, so it gets at least a few hours to get into the hot chain.
There is always a bit flying off, but i never had chainspray that didn't.

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Post 1567 by Mac_Boarder,

#1567
Fitted my new shock after mine blew all its oil over the rear tyre !! Bit of photo whoaring
Decided to try something different and go for the Maxton GP10. Took about 2 weeks to make and deliver.

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Fitted loverly, very helpful guys at Maxtons

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Then fitted the new carbon bits from Adam, again great guy to deal with and the stuff is top notch

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Then finally did attack day yesterday to setup the new shock...very happy.
After setting the sags i left it as it came to try it out, and knocked 2 sec of my lap time

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Post 1568 by JohnJJr,

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Post 1569 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1570 by Viking,

#1570
Where did you order that rear shock? I have been trying to buy a shock from Wilbers but their customer service is so crappy I haven't been able to order one yet.

Post 1571 by KTM666,

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Post 1572 by KTM666,

#1572
'Cool It'

Cool-It Adhesiv Backed Heat Barrier 12 x 12 Inches | eBay

works a treat or


Thermo-Tec "Cool It" Exhaust Heat Wrap Black/25mmx4.5m | eBay

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Post 1577 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1579 by Mac_Boarder,

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But is it any good Loads of money for a shock with no history of performance on a SD. You going to try their fork upgrade?[/quote]

I like the shock so far.....only ridden one track day but improved my previous time by 2 sec. Hadn't been on the the bike for nearly 4 months !

As for the forks....not yet, I'll see how the rear shock is and if I win the lotto !!!

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Post 1581 by Stupid Luke,

#1581
I had a GP10 on my fireblade. I couldnt fault it at all, certainly better (or maybe just better set up) than the WP shock on either the SD or SDR and equal to the Ohlins I had on my RSV.

I paid 500 quid for mine, brand new, as another guy ordered it for the TT and then didnt go. 4 years later I sold it on ebay for 375 quid.

Post 1582 by JohnJJr,

#1582
Went for a ride up to Alices Restaurant 35 miles from home through great twisties - got up to 125mph for a split second haha.

hung out with the peeps at Alices and a buddy that just got a 950 KTM SMR wanted to hear my pipes - when i fired er up he noticed i was spittin gasoline out the damn little plastic fuel filter i put inline between the gas tank and the throttle bodies.

Had to cut a section of a bic pen and install it in place of the fuel filter . Made it down the hill into town to Cycle Gear for a new plastic filter. I've had it with these plastic filters - every one i've bought ( for my honda Ascot too ) has sprung a leak . In the market for a better filter.

Made it home - adjusted suspension settings and eased the sag just a bit on the rear.

cheers

Goin back out tomorrow to do it all over again

Post 1583 by jambox,

#1583
Drilled drain holes in my swingarm

Post 1584 by Mac_Boarder,

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Post 1585 by Superdan,

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Post 1586 by jambox,

#1586
I like that shock

Post 1587 by Willh,

#1587
Went for a ride after work. Fook me it's popping/banging like a whore.

So much so that I was feeling it through the seat and could hear it popping when I was shutting off to change up gear

Think it's time to fit those gaskets I got the other month ago.

Post 1588 by Mac_Boarder,

#1588
Two tanks worth of dirt-roads,( some sideways ), hard pack and some fresh graded, raised a lot of dust, some great newly paved hill-climbs, and did a ton in a sunny rain and hailstorm with steam coming off the road. Might have dinged the front rim.
Pirelli Trail squeal on hard-pack too

Post 1589 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1589
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Post 1590 by MADDOG53,

#1590
fitted new pads front and rear and re-bled the brakes...not it stops like a boat anchor being throw off the rear

Post 1591 by Davo-Singapore,

#1591
What are the advantages of such a short spring compared to the WP spring?

Post 1592 by Mac_Boarder,

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Post 1595 by JohnJJr,

#1595
Sheard a bastard stud trying to take off the exhaust in order to replace the gaskets.

Still haven't got the feeking exhaust of, as the mounting bracket under the engine is stiff as fook. Soaked it in GT-38, as well as the O2 plugs.

Will now have to leave it for tomorrow as now gonna have to cycle into work (my car is in the garage getting a new traction control unit/service/mot)



NOT FOOKING HAPPY

Post 1596 by JohnJJr,

#1596
Removed canister from under my seat, installed my Grimbox, and removed the SAS system. Just need to remap it then off for a ride.

Post 1597 by JohnJJr,

#1597
Yesterday bought a new tank to replace the leaking one I screwed

Today bought a new motobox...

Please someone make me stop!!!!

Post 1598 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1598
Well, not today, but almost a week ago, I crashed mine. Just coming back into town from work. I was shoulder checking as I was going to change lanes to pass the pickup in front of me. When I looked back, the pickup was braking hard. I started slowing down. I decided I wasn't slowing down enough (ie I was going to hit him) so I grabbed a bit more (In retrospect, I should have maintained brake and swerved). The front end tucked and down I went. At this point I suspect I was only going about 30km/hr.

Damage as follows:
Helmet - visor mount broke and some paint missing - was time for a new one anyway.
Left mirror shattered and scraped.
Bar end scraped
Shifter bent

Unfortunately, I didnt fare as well - Collarbone broke in two places.

Had to get my buddy to ride it home for me. He said it seemed fine other than the obvious.

Post 1599 by jambox,

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Post 1603 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1603
Got the GL Pro off fleabay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270998255779? ... 791wt_1088 doesn't seem they have any stock but you can try contacting them.

As for the mount, its just stuck on top of the bar mount bracket.

Post 1604 by No. 47,

#1604
Just needs an SDR seat..........

Post 1605 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1609 by Superdan,

#1609
Looks good, CK I must say I prefer the duel seat with cowl to SDR seat.

Post 1610 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1610
Thanks for the compliments guys. I'll pass them on and I'm sure she will blush

The cables run in to the side of light unit. There is room on the 05-06, can't say for the 07 onwards though. Love the LSL bars, def a mod I'd recommend in every way.

The belly pan looks great and certainly feels strong enough, however I did have to attack it with a dremel. It was rubbing against the clutch slave slightly and the design didn't allow for the KTM reverse pattern gear shift. The lever hit the end of the pan as it came forward. Just had to dremel 1/2" off the end. It's also an awkward bastard to fit. But i'm betting most belly pans are. I ditched the graphics that came with it and just used 990 on that Millar was kind enough to cut for me today.

Post 1611 by JohnJJr,

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Post 1616 by 41KS,

#1616
Seafoam Deep Creep works great if you can find it.
PB Blaster works, but you have to be careful because it's hard on shiny stuff.

Post 1617 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1618 by JohnJJr,

#1618
There is no reason that any modern motorcycle should need any major repair before 50K miles.
I have to drop mine off next weekend to get the water pump seals installed, at 15K miles I don't feel that should be a problem.

These are machines that are made to be ridden, not be a garage ornament.

My Acura has 90K on it, I've replaced brake pads and the O2 sensor. No reason motorcycles should not be as trouble free.

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Post 1624 by samba,

#1624
no tears yet, but it is pretty depressing looking at the empty space where she used to live


still - I've got another SD to look forward to, in a few years time

Post 1625 by DukeofCornwall,

#1625
Finally fitted some SAS plates. Cheers Al3x for the plates and Chunky Lover69 for the resistor.

Managed to do the front one by loosening the oil tank but the gap between that and the rad is slightly bigger than before. Will have to try & adjust later.

Sounds wierd after nearly 6 years of pops and bangs.

And I fitted some orange cap to the reservoirs.

Post 1626 by ktmguy,

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Post 1627 by samba,

#1627
Put a new rear tyre on her yesterday and headed out to scrub in my new rubber. Had not ridden her for three weeks due to non stop fookin rain, and had to dodge the lightest of rain yesterday, but did find some dry roads and managed 85 miles to come home with a grin on my face, even after scrubbing a tyre and avoiding some rain I bloody enjoyed it.My SD seems to get better with age, I could not swing a leg over anything else, but will look forward to riding the new 2013 SD just to see

Post 1628 by samba,

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Post 1632 by mikcar,

#1632
No, standard SDR.

Post 1633 by Roupp,

#1633
Changed the Akra map to keep the second flies to stay always open. Runs much smoother between 3000-4000 rpm now. Turned off EPC, SAI (also SAS block off plates) and O2 sensors before that. I have the Akra Evo system (with baffles) and according to previous owner it was supposed to be the Akra map in it but it was the standard map, so BIG difference in the way it runs now. Much smoother and pulls harder! . Next task will be to remove the second flies completely as many here have done and custom map.

Post 1634 by 41KS,

#1634
Took the SD for a ride last Saturday to Mt.Hood and back, on paved logging roads. Racked up 350 miles and a T-shirt from Mt. Hood. Best bike I have owned for that trip.

Post 1635 by jambox,

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Post 1636 by jambox,

#1636
Some CRG Arrows went on the bike (and KTM touring screen actually looks good with these); with sock small screen bars look toooo wiiiiide
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My opinion about them? First feeling is like you drive the bike from Matrix movie - cool Somehow they just feel right on the bike.

Post 1637 by gregor eisenhorn,

#1637
Dropped it pulling a low speed U turn in a gravel strewn alley before it was warm - stalled the engine while leaned over and put my foot down onto slippery stones. Now I need a new left mirror and shifter lever (and ripped my pants)
Anyone happen to know what part numbers these are ? (not the pants!)
Bar end mirrors aren't going to work for where I park...

Post 1638 by 41KS,

#1638
Finally fitted the stupid exhaust back on, after spraying on penetrant on the broken stud since the weekend and using a stud extractor. It's only taken me about a week and half to change the graphite seal .

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Post 1641 by 41KS,

#1641
Never measured, but behind the bars they feel just right. To look in the mirror you have to look more down, and then again on the road. Its should be a fast blink-blink move for the safety - and this matches perfectly with nature of the bike, the way it should be driven. Blink-blink, sharp moves The arm is adjustable by about 30-40* degrees clicks, so you can fold them up or down (haven't tested it with filtering in traffic, but should be possible with right mounting - at the moment mirror base block handles when folded up). Plus - mirror base is adjustable on the arm separately. Quality piece of kit, warm suggestion by the first impression.

Post 1642 by jambox,

#1642
Some orange brake and clutch fluid caps went on the bike:
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Post 1647 by fuel,

#1647
Replaced my knackered voltage regulator and battery. Replaced my battery with a nice light weight one.

Old Battery
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New Battery

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Over 2kg lighter!

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Post 1650 by jambox,

#1650
Topped up the oil. 600ml over 2000ish miles, good or bad?

About to go thrash it with a CBR6 and z1000. Gotta watch out for 2 new unmarked rozzer's though.

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Post 1652 by JohnJJr,

#1652
i dogged some guy in one of those new sleek low / fast Corvette's out by Alices Restaurant on hwy84 till he motioned me to pass . I was gona pass him anyway
about 125mph through the smooth sweepers out there , very fun riding ....

Ok - now the coppers can come get me ....

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Post 1655 by KTM666,

#1655
...Right did Cadwell ...fantastic.....snapped throttle cable (Thanks Klinky)

.......Last afternoon Cadwell Blew hole in 'Y' exhaust.....just got it mended in time for 110 miles around fav roads on Saturday

....went out to day for more of the same with mrs comming along as well on her bike .....Snapped my chain (lucky mind ...straight out the back ...no damage) left in the middle of Devon waiting for thre AA

.......getting a bit Paranoid now.....scared to go for a piss in case my todger falls off when I touch it


Right who makes the best chains.....???? any recommends

Post 1656 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1658 by TLS_Russ,

#1658
I think the KTM OE chain is a Regina, at least on my 05 it was, never been a fan of Regina chain.......

Note: I edited my post above, got confused with the DID codes,I should have written VM2 not ZM

There is a lot of old stock DID VM2 chain in the UK or at least there was earlier this year, dont get duped into buying a VM2 as a better chain than the VX its not, its old stock, not as good and is more expensive than the VX

Post 1659 by jambox,

#1659
I gave it a damn good thrashing this weekend. In total spent about 9 hrs spanking the roads.

Post 1660 by DukeofCornwall,

#1660
Not often we can say this in the UK but I took the SD to the beach yesterday evening!

Bit of a chill out ride; jacket & jeans with Roof Boxer flipped up, missus on the back & swimming kit in a rucksack - was able to park down a foot path right next to the water.

Hopefully it will still be dry tomorrow night for a proper blast.

Post 1661 by Linga,

#1661
All bits just rocked up... Jus waiting on the Ti rivets and I can rebuild Helga!

Post 1662 by Diamonddog,

#1662
Rode it for the first time since removing SAS, charcoal cannister, second flies, and installing Grimbox. Also remapped it. HOLY FOOK what a blast! No more popping and banging though . Throttle response is very smooth now.

Post 1663 by wizzzard,

#1663
a ride to the "saddle maker" to see at what point is the work on the 2nd saddle

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Post 1664 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#1664
looks nice

Post 1665 by fuel,

#1665
Just got this to admire and aprecciate :

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Post 1667 by xslim,

#1667
Back on track after 3 months! Loving it running smooth and enjoying myself.
Think I may have. Poked it as grey sludge is all over the right side and my boot.
Still running and can't see any leaks so going to do one more session... Fingers crossed, I just set a PB by two seconds... Still got 3 to go though. Knee is still weak and I'm unfit as!

Post 1668 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1671 by AGRO!,

#1671
stuck my new oberon clutch slave on (in orange the fastest colour)

also put my new wheels on .thought i would take it out for a test run , so grabbed my motocross lid an goggles and went for a blitz . wheelies and stoppies
and loads of noise , lots of looks of disgust , great i thought my work here is done

Post 1672 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 1673 by omky756,

#1673
Seviced. With new chain and Suter fitted.

Post 1674 by Davo-Singapore,

#1674
New voltage regulator and battery. Bah! Thats another pair died a death within 12 months of last replacement. Am thinking about running a pair of wires up from the battery box to a more accessible area near the handlebars and then attaching a plug/socket to make trickle charging an easy job instead of taking all the bloody fairing off every time.... anyone any creative ideas? problem here is that I dont get the bike out on a long run often enough and city riding never seems to get the battery up to peak. Hey ho.

Post 1675 by jmann,

#1675
anyone any creative ideas?

Leads came with my Tender purchase..
Alligator clip set and this plug set too..
Ran it from the battery to this spot and tie wrapped it..
After a ride I just plug it in...
It has rubber plug to protect the bare plug
while riding(hanging in the pic)...




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Post 1676 by jambox,

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Post 1677 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#1677
Mine looks exactly the same including mount point. At one stage I noticed a recall on these because
some had been wired such that the polarity is reversed. The effect of that is that if the rubber cap
comes off and the metal pin is the active it sparks against the frame potentially causing problems.

Easy enough to check that the metal pin is negative...

Post 1678 by Hotbrakes,

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Post 1679 by DGShannon,

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Post 1680 by Hotbrakes,

#1680
My optimate is neatly covered under the lower cowl, I just pull it out when I need to get it charged

Post 1681 by DGShannon,

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Post 1682 by Superdan,

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Post 1683 by bic_bicknell,

#1683
Removed all of the plumbing from the evap system (the canister had been removed by the previous owner but all of the plumbing was still in place).

I loaded up James' smoothened Akra map (EU version) and reset the codes... NO FI CODES for the missing evap valve, no resistor needed.

Post 1684 by fuel,

#1684
This...
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And she giggled the whole time!

Post 1685 by 41KS,

#1685
Took baffles out from Akra Evo-s , first time after tuning. Fired it up for a second to listen... ...and ended up spending 20 minutes just revving it in the garage

Post 1686 by MADDOG53,

#1686
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Post 1687 by jambox,

#1687
Not just today, but earlier on in the week, I swapped out the old OEM airbox and stuck on my CPR Rotty box and took off the SAS and 2ndry flies (shafts still in at the mo though). Installed Klincks 127 map aswell.

First thoughts were its smooth and has a nice noise to it when WOT, but for some reason it didn't feel as strong as before I did all the modding. Plus there was a rattle at steady throttle between 2800 and 3500.

Today I lifted the tank to check everything was tight/what the rattle cause was (only had two rides since the modding). Took off the filter and saw the cause of the rattle.... the base plate had cracked in several places!! The front TB hole had cracked from the hole to the RH of the plate plus from the LH of the TB to the pressure sensor screw, onto the hole for the sesnor, onto the other screw (plus various directions from those 3 holes), and the last crack was the front Dzus mounting on the plate had cracked into loads of pieces (and would easily slide off the plate altogether).

So the SD is now not gonna get used until I can either be bothered to put on the OEM box or get another base plate......

Post 1688 by MADDOG53,

#1688
I assume it's the Rotty base plate that's busted up

Post 1689 by jambox,

#1689
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Post 1690 by fuel,

#1690
This is from an email I had from CPR a few weeks ago.

On another note, we have had an isolated amount of cracking happen with our old base plate material. We have a new base material that is injection molded coming out that is fiber reinforced within a couple of weeks and we want to make sure our users have the latest model. Keep an eye on our website for details on how we will go about this. We want to make sure all of our users have the highest quality parts.

I'd get in touch with them ASAP as this a problem they acknowledge.

Post 1691 by jambox,

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Post 1692 by jambox,

#1692
Ok, I sent CPR an email and they got back to me pretty sharpish (especially seeing as it's a Sunday).

Email goes:
James, as I type this I am just at the end of our new (Very expensive) base plate design. It is an injected molded part made from a super heavy duty Nylon that is indestructible. We have gone though some amazing teething pains with this new mold as there is shrinkage and so on but we are at the last stages of this and are very excited to finally have the new part. We were hoping to get this out before anyone posted publicly about it but this is still a good thing as we intend to replace all of the original base plate with new ones for this reason. We have had some bad material in the past but the new stuff is bulletproof.

We were about a day away from sending out the new parts to our customers. We will dig up your order and ship you an upgraded plate tomorrow. If you wouldn’t mind, it would help us as well if you would again post that we are sending out the new indestructible plates. Our goal is to have the best intake system out there and whatever it takes to do that.

We apologize for the inconvenience. Our previous plastics supplier was sending us batches of bad material that we cannot trace. Most of them are good but some had some issues. The new material is what is loosely called “Good for under the hood”. This means gas, oil , heat and vibration proof. It is rigid yet flexible and we are excited to finally have the new part ready. (See pic)

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So once again, they show how awesome their customer service is. Kudos to CPR Fabrications.

Post 1693 by Blackduke77,

#1693
+1 for Chris at CPR Fabrication. They have the best customer service. I'd buy from them in a heart beat again.

Post 1694 by Jermo,

#1694
I cleaned my chain today, from a matte black greasy thing to a shiny metal one

Post 1695 by Doon,

#1695
Did my valve service at 19000km yeasterday, all clearances still in speck.
Not a difficult job at all.

Post 1696 by Exitman,

#1696
Installed my STM slipper clutch today and went on a quick test ride. I fookin' love it though it was a pain in the ass to install!

Post 1697 by JohnJJr,

#1697
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Post 1698 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 1699 by Linga,

#1699
I'm running the STM also and love it. One thing to be aware of is spare spider springs as they have a tendancy to break, so a spare is always good to have on hand.

Post 1700 by TLS_Russ,

#1700
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Post 1701 by Fordon,

#1701
I finally (after like a year) put the KTM-orange rim stickers on!

It wasn't the easiest thing to make it look good but if you don't judge it too hard it looks quite nice imo

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Post 1702 by gregor eisenhorn,

#1702
I sent mine back to garage to be fixed! After only a week and a half. Lol

Post 1703 by 41KS,

#1703
Changed engine oil again, cleaned and lubed chain, washed it 4 times until as new ...and cruised it ...out from small roundabouts is possible on 3-rd now, clutchless ...city cruise at 5th/2500rpm ...no hunting, no snatching anywhere ...start from stoplight is so easy and smooth compared to stock, pure pleasure ...and that BARK and ROAR

Post 1704 by Exitman,

#1704
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Post 1705 by Exitman,

#1705
Got a front paddock stand. Tomorrow forks come out and off a LBS to get the seals done. The plan is get it cleaned etc, while I'm waiting for the forks to get sorted.

Post 1706 by JohnJJr,

#1706
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Post 1707 by cloonster,

#1707
preparing for a pyrenees trip.

utilised the ventura pack rack and sorted some supports.

incredibly sturdy.

happy days

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Post 1708 by cloonster,

#1708
Housing and wiring harness for iphone fitted. currently connected directly to the battery with an on/off switch. I just know i am going to foget to turn it off when i walk away from the bike.

can anyone suggest where else i could connect it to? front light maybe??

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Post 1709 by Bert,

#1709
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Post 1710 by cloonster,

#1710
cheers bert, sorted

Post 1711 by JohnJJr,

#1711
disconnected Roll Over switch inside headlight mask and then went and romped the hell out of er ....
got a road that runs alongside the small plane airport right where i live ( gota be 3/4 mile long ) and did some drag strip runs w/ WOT in every gear and no recurring engine stalling out. Hope it holds.

Goin out to lower the rear sag just a touch one more time - almost perfect , bike's just about to feel balanced again.

Post 1712 by Willh,

#1712
Used TuneECU to balance throttle bodies and then 15 min reset... Smooth....

Suspension fiddling, oil change, new front sprocket and chain maintenance this afternoon, then some much needed riding therapy.

Post 1713 by wizzzard,

#1713
i made it blue .


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Post 1714 by Hitmike,

#1714
Took her for our first road trip. 1350 miles down through West Virginia and Virginia. She toured like a champ but after 3 days I am over the seat...

Post 1715 by RosscoB,

#1715
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Post 1716 by MADDOG53,

#1716
Rode it for the first time in about a month - with a new reg/rec, new battery (same as Fuel, cheers matey) and got a a new set of Avons fitted - an unusual choice but worth a dabble, I think (hope) and booked myself another TD - two this week, both with the Evil Empire as the rest are all sold out!

Post 1717 by wizzzard,

#1717
Ordered up a set of these today,,,to rid la machine of those cheesey plastic thing's on there,,,,,,not really cheap , but what the hey,,,,won't eat Mac burgers this week
http://www.ktmtwins.com/ktm-690-parts/k ... e-plug-kit

Post 1718 by MADDOG53,

#1718
[quote="RosscoB"]I love the accent color on the subframe cover. Where did you get that?

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I saw it first here on the forum. Someone else made it for his bike. Look it up in the : what those your bike look like". it's in orange and it's a ktm decal.

Post 1719 by sdr990,

#1719
Almost got the first deer of the season this last weekend on the Dallas to Oceanside Euro Ride. Damp day with fun wheel spin and doing the samon wiggle when passing cars. The two bambies came out of the river side of the road together and it was soooo close that I went between them. I am talking inches. At the next road crossing a guy asked if I needed to change my pants. Glad I was on my SD cause it hauled down nice in control.

Fun run but down from 150 riders in years past. Trying to raise this ride from the dead. 11 riders this year. Mark your calanders for next year. I will be there.

Pacific Northwet Oregon

Post 1720 by jambox,

#1720
Removed storage cover to check miles clocked on odometer for the year. Sadly only 617 miles. Been playing with my Husqvarna SM610 most of this season. The SD is a garage queen.

Post 1721 by 41KS,

#1721
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Post 1722 by Hitmike,

#1722
Fitted some akky cans,remapped and had the first service....boy dont half sound good !!!!!

Post 1723 by weeksy,

#1723
Had a case of SMIDSY on a round-a-bout.....

Thankfully I only dropped it (well it threw me off as it lowsided) rather than hitting the car, so minimal damage done, just some scuffed bungs/casing cover plus a bent rear brake lever. It did get me worried as it didn't start the first time I tried, but did after I turned it off and back on again.

They did stop to check I was OK and gave me their number incase there is anything needing done. Turns out he is the manager of one of the local bars, so a few free drinks for me!

Post 1724 by JohnJJr,

#1724
I did a show-drive for my 5yo daughter with SD. Her being in the driving car with mommy and watching daddy doing fun things with the bike... Acceleration... Both hands high up in the sky 50m... Acceleration... Both hands wide on the sides 50m... ...and then suddenly police officer running fast in the middle of road and stopping me for that ...I was not sure about the speed actually, so I blocked my back wheel for a second additionally to all the previous show and stopped with style ...female officer was pretty pissed off ...young guy behind her holding his smile down all the time weather was pretty ...sun was shining ...me smiling wide an explaining all this ...without knowing the context sure it was pretty WEIRD scene to see from the side of the road ...road was straight, wide and long and probably they saw most of the performance

...got away with spoken warning after my apology and explanation ...young guy told me he understands ...thing is, he's driving motorcycle too

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Post 1725 by TLS_Russ,

#1725
Swapped the rear pads for sintered Galfers and fitted a wave rotor. Braking feels marginally better and no more squealing...

Post 1726 by 41KS,

#1726
Had the torque limiter updated today. Also a RC8 progresssive throttle cam installed.

Post 1727 by JohnJJr,

#1727
Scored a set of Pirelli Diablo Rosso Coras's today from Dennis Kirk - 270.00$ think i did fairly well on the price - searched around for a bit and they were cheapest .....
I think i've paid around 165$ for Q2's in the past.
This is my first set of tyres other than Q2's (7 sets) so i'll report back later with my opinion ( not that it means much ). but will do.

cheers

Post 1728 by jambox,

#1728
Finally sorted that fooking clutch switch today, drilled out the sheared off OEM cheese screws, cleaned up the threads with a nice new M2 tap, picked up some nice strong M2 x 12mm stainless steel cap head Allen screws from a model shop, little dab of loctite job done......... at last

Post 1729 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1729
Dropped her off at FE in Kent for her long drive to Almeria. 4 days in the south Spanish sun Bring it on!

Post 1730 by CEREC1,

#1730
Dropped mine off at the Donington pick up point along with Fuel and Tripoddave. Party atmosphere started already. Dave has some proper bling to look at as well as what he has buried down inside that fettled engine.
Bendix fast road/track pads and MH Box now fitted on mine. Nice 120 RWBHP FROM mine with lovely flat torque printout. 74ft/lbs. nice
All thanks to Kev at Projex. Top man. Picked mine up from him before the drop off. Asked him to fit a rear scrub for me. He finished his bacon butty and did it, found the rear wheel bearing was shot
Fuel had the same problem a week before so Kev had the foresight to order a spare set. Fitted em for me in about 15 mins. £35. He is so honest and cheap.
This bloke is a legend. If you are close enough use him. Better than dealers, knows SD's inside out, mainly due to forum guys especially Tripoddaves

Only down side now is no bike for 12 days

Post 1731 by weeksy,

#1731
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Post 1732 by weeksy,

#1732
Found it ...thanks .

Post 1733 by CEREC1,

#1733
Anywhere you think is a reasonable distance. I travel from Bristol.
200 mile round trip. Dealers leave you in some sort of reception, usually push your bike out of site and you have to trust they are doing what you want done. With Kev you can watch, learn and know its done right.
I know what type of service I would rather have for my bike and money.

Post 1734 by Ducati Pete,

#1734
Does this Kev bloke talk funny?

Post 1735 by fuel,

#1735
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Post 1736 by MADDOG53,

#1736
Did the LSL bar conversion today,,,,,,,,,,,cut them 1 1/2 in,each side,,measured and drilled hole's for the switches,,routed the throttle cable's to a hole I drilled just behind the front right directional, cut a small peice of the headlight shroud to the hole so I could pop the shroud a bit to let the cables slide into said hole,,,it worked the charm,,,their not all scrunched up,,, did adjust the stop's a bit for clearance,,,,seating position, now . work's perfect with the CC rearset plates,,,feel's like a different bike,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Post 1737 by CEREC1,

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Post 1738 by blb,

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Post 1739 by rocketchick,

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Post 1740 by MADDOG53,

#1740
Will do RC,,,and Klinck ,,you are right, as this is a great mod feel's "just right"

Post 1741 by JohnJJr,

#1741
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Needless to say i'm ticked off - Dennis Kirk you F'd up !!! Did a phone in order for Diablo Rosso Corsa's and they sent me these things -- Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr .... Then they tried to charge me return shipping. Companies are funny - if you call in and give em hell ( like you're pissed ) they try and make it good but if you go in limp wristed ( just being normal and nice ) they lie to you and try to take advantage of you even though it's their fook up !

Anyway i'm sending these Diablo 2's back and wait another week for Corsa's Dang it !!

Post 1742 by omky756,

#1742
Fitted Motohooligan upper and lower frame sliders. Not sure what I think of how they look (the sliders themselves look great, very clean, thanks Aaron) but can appreciate whey they'll do!

Looking at the 07 Ducati S4RS bar that showed up yesterday, that's going on next.

Axle sliders in the near future.

Post 1743 by Davo-Singapore,

#1743
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#1744
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Post 1745 by JohnJJr,

#1745
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Don't forget to water the plant mate.

Post 1746 by sdr990,

#1746
Trackdays coming up next weekend at Sepang so did some tinkering. Threw the Diablo Rosso Corsas in the bin and replaced with Super Corsa2's. Not happy with the DRC's as they've squared off already - could have been my fault but still, they aren't doing their job for me.

Stuck those GoPro clippy/sticky pads everywhere that looked remotely suitable.

Fitted new racing brake pads front and rear, installed the G2 throttle widgets and had a spit and polish. Dropped it off at local race-prep workshop that installed the STM Slipper in June for an adjustment and check lubes. I'm ready baby....

Post 1747 by JohnJJr,

#1747
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Post 1748 by MADDOG53,

#1748
I took it out to the track this weekend. Tried to get a knee down, but it wasn't happening. It looks like such a long way down, I just couldn't commit to it. No chicken strips on the rear tyre though. Got my suspension dialed in by Dave Moss.

Post 1749 by Keenaz,

#1749
fitted one of these bad boys 41t

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Post 1750 by rocketchick,

#1750
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Post 1751 by Keenaz,

#1751
2007 Ducati S4RS bars installed. Very slick install with the only limitation being that I had to mount the levers a bit higher than I used to as the brake lever runs into the throttle cables, they having had to be rolled forward a bit to clear the tank.

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Post 1752 by sdr990,

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Post 1754 by JohnJJr,

#1754
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Post 1755 by JohnJJr,

#1755
ps yep its on a superduke r

Post 1756 by JohnJJr,

#1756
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Post 1757 by JohnJJr,

#1757
thinking of trying 40 rear on my sdr next year i am only just going into 6th on track then its bang on the brakes

Post 1758 by omky756,

#1758
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Post 1759 by JohnJJr,

#1759
I had a shorai in mine, the only thing I noticed was how costly it was when the reg/rec decided to eat it

Post 1760 by AGRO!,

#1760
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Post 1761 by bic_bicknell,

#1761
Got me Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2's mounted and new chain.
first set of tyres other than Dunlop Q2's (7 sets) ... curious how these will pan out ...

Post 1762 by MADDOG53,

#1762
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Post 1763 by stalker,

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Post 1764 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1764
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Post 1765 by robjederuiter,

#1765
per the importer / distributor of the Shorai batteries they cells came from Japan but were assembled in China

Post 1766 by omky756,

#1766
My bike just got a bit blacker!

Got up at 4am to swap over my standard forks for the SDR black ones before I set off to Cadwell for Viking's last race weekend. Got these off ebay for £300 this week. Bargain I reckon.
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Post 1767 by Davo-Singapore,

#1767
Bic,,,I still see a "silver" sub-frame under there,,,,what's up with that bike look's great

Post 1768 by JohnJJr,

#1768
nice rug .

Post 1769 by Linga,

#1769
replaced the fuel filter with an external one and removed the SAS plumbing and installed CF SAS plates
test ride tomorrow

Post 1770 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 1772 by stalker,

#1772
Doing bits little by little, slowly taking shape! HID bulb
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Grabbed these on ebay, genuine parts, £45, was pleased!
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And these for a few quid..
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Post 1773 by Superdan,

#1773
fitted the zumo for france on friday

Post 1774 by stalker,

#1774
Hope its waterproof

Post 1775 by JohnJJr,

#1775
yup , its a bike jobby. scarla headset as well so i can still take work calls.

Post 1776 by MADDOG53,

#1776
Finished installation of MotoHooligan airbox and secondary butterfly replacements, SAS eliminated, and played with TuneECU for the first time, confirming the maps I have installed and adjusted the F-L values. And... holy COW!! I loved the bike before, but the <4k throttle response was really annoying, and heavy popping from exhaust when off-throttle. It's SO much better now, and it REALLY rips wide-open. That intake sounds amazing... I'm VERY happy I put it together and didn't wait on it!

Post 1777 by JohnJJr,

#1777
Installed Rizoma sport bend bars MA010, and G2 throttle cam system. Successfully installed new KTM super moto grip on throttle side, but the clutch side got stuck 3/4 of the way, aggravation. Then when bolting on the throttle cable housing I dropped one of the bolts and it fell somewhere in the engine not to be found, even more aggravation. I have to nurse the bike over to the shop and have them save it before it explodes.

Post 1778 by Diamonddog,

#1778
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Post 1779 by cdlabate,

#1779
Well does yesterday count? Took a nice fall ride, 450 miles. Getting to like the new to me Akaprovic Ti cans on my 08 SD. Got home and felt fine, feel good today. Not bad for all the miles. Open roads at 65-80 mph helps. Williamette Valley, Sweet Home, Sisters, Smith Rocks, Prineville, Bowman Dam, Four Corners, Bend, Century Drive, Oakridge, Oftdehiden, Cougar Resivor, Blue River, back to the Willimette Valley to see the Harvest Moon come up over the Castcade Range. Life is good.
Oh! Got stopped for traffic work and was first in line to go down hill out of the mountains. Clear sailing for 30 miles of mountain roads.

Post 1780 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1781 by weeksy,

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Post 1782 by TLS_Russ,

#1782
on the right way to finally make her breathe properly
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not so many "breathed" SD in Italy, thank you for the inspiration.

I hope I am doing it right, I am using hoses and the T-junction from the pair system of my old sv650, and a little BMC filter.
there is anything to which I have take special attention to

Post 1783 by Keenaz,

#1783
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Post 1784 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1785 by wille,

#1785
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Post 1786 by DribbleDuke,

#1786
SORN'd mine for winter...

Debating some minor aesthetic mods over winter... but nothing too extreme.

Post 1787 by Keenaz,

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Post 1788 by cdlabate,

#1788
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Post 1789 by MADDOG53,

#1789
What a barge

Post 1790 by wille,

#1790
luckily that was maybe just some spike of temporary insanity in it went past.
I'm keeping my sd for now.

Post 1791 by JohnJJr,

#1791
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Had a leak in both the stock plastic oil sight tube AND the bottom brass washer for the fitting.

i just annealed the copper washers and it all came out good to go.

Notice that soft rubber fuel line from hobby shops ( used to replace the sight tube ) seep just a tiny bit through the whole hose. ever so slightly. no drips just something that looks like moisture.

cheers

Post 1792 by Willh,

#1792
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Post 1793 by JohnJJr,

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Post 1794 by JohnJJr,

#1794
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i know there are other posts on this - but here's a photo of the fuel filter i tried out to see if it would hold up to fuel pump pressure.
Obviously ready to explode from pressure . Wasn't leaking but would have soon probably like one i had previously ... just saying ....

cheers

Post 1795 by Diamonddog,

#1795
epic win!

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Post 1796 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1797 by omky756,

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Post 1798 by cdlabate,

#1798
Went to outside to go for a ride and found a flat back tyre. Any suggestions for a replacement? Still has the stock Dunlops on it.

Post 1799 by Keenaz,

#1799
Went for a ride to Sisters for lunch, Came back a different route to the same gas station in Brownsville. 123 miles both ways . Dang good loops, both ways....and dang good bike, Now I have to shop for a new set of tyres....hummmmm
Brownville, Holley, Sweethome, Santiam Pass, Springfield cutoff hwy 126 to 242 MaKenzie Pass to Sisters,

Sisters to Indian Ford , Black Butte, HoDo Pass towards Detroit to a nother cut off befor Marion Forks on Straight Creek #11 to Yellow Bottom / Quartzville back to Sweethome and Brownsville.

Post 1800 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1801 by nampus,

#1801
Rode the piss out of it!

Post 1802 by Diamonddog,

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Post 1803 by Lowrance,

#1803
Waiting for a few more part's to show up,,,,but I did re-place those cheap,,crappy,,bogus,,"plastic" frame plug's with a set of black ali "billet" Sato unit's,,,and with a rubber seal to keep the moisture out of the frame,,,ordered a "Jeg's" billet fuel filter,,

Post 1804 by CEREC1,

#1804
Took the rearsets apart, going to put them in an ultrasonic bath tomorrow
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Post 1805 by No. 47,

#1805
brought the bike to do the dyno run and discovered that I have mounted the seals between headers and throttle bodies upside down, cutting and damaging both
now I have to wait for the replacement

Post 1806 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1808 by cdlabate,

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Post 1809 by No. 47,

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Post 1810 by jambox,

#1810
What would you like to know. Basically home made out of box metal and tube metal. I can put up a step by stap guide if you are interested...but may take a few days to put it all together.

Post 1811 by Keenaz,

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Post 1812 by jambox,

#1812
I stuck the TB's back in, along with removed/blanked shafts and new CPR filter base.

Went to fire it up, flat battery! Also had a right mare getting the tank screwed down, but I guess that's what happens when you leave it un-bolted for 2.5 months full of fuel

Post 1813 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1816 by Nathan990,

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Post 1820 by Nathan990,

#1820
Yeap, I did that. Unticked SAI box, save and downloaded to bike. I tried a few times. Cleared the ECU of logged errors too and it still comes back. This map was supplied by CPR.

Anyone else get a rattling noise when the bike has some load when throttling? I dont think its a detonating/pinging noise. Maybe something loose, just thought i would ask. The std air box could have been containing these new noises.

Cheers

Post 1821 by wizzzard,

#1821
try reading the map and erasing the error code (bottom of the ECU drop down menu) then upload. If that doesn't work, use the test screen and it'll tell you what the problem is.

As for the rattling, what base plate have you got? Is the breather hole in the middle or at the front? Reason for asking, the old on (hole at the front) was very noisy for me as it had cracked. The new one (hole in the middle) rattles a little but nothing to worry myself about.

Post 1822 by Keenaz,

#1822
Tried that too, but still there. I have a Yoshi exhuast on its way over from USA, so ill do some more tinkering with tune ecu and remap once it arrives. Then it might go away!. 2 error codes were Purge valve and secondaires air injection

Breather hole is in the middle on mine, Ill probably pull the air filter off for inspection of everything. But its probly completly normal if you have a similar rattle too.

Thanks Jambox

Post 1823 by Linga,

#1823
When i bougt my bike i got some spareparts too, when i opened the briefcase that was with it, this came out. Did you get one too ?


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Post 1824 by Keenaz,

#1824
Well, not today exactly....

27k service, all good

fitted the Oberon slave cylinder after the clutch fluid disappeared

track days at Rockingham and Cadwell - managed to avoid the comedy carnage of session 3 when 3 crashed on the first lap and a half - one of whom didn't make the first left in Hall Bends, less than 100 yards from pit exit.....

got BSD Engineering in Peterborough to re-map the ECU. £300, about 3 hours, well worth it if you're not inclined to do the DIY Tune ECU etc. They take it out for a spin (set route), chuck it on the dyno with their clever computer plugged in and do the re-map. Take it out for another spin, do a bit more tweaking and job done. They're a friendly bunch (some of the old boys from the village pop in for a cuppa and a chat) and know their stuff - the main man (Mark, I think) will talk you through what they've done and you can ask as many idiot questions as you like. You get a memory stick with the old and new maps and the dyno chart. And the difference? Smoother below 4k, none of the hunting/jerkiness on steady throttle/small throttle openings (mine wasn't too bad but it is still a noticeable improvement), peak power up from 112 to 115 BHP plus the same increase through most of the rev range and a couple more ft/lb, again, through most of the rev range. One of the things they aim for is a proper Fuel/Air ratio - in my case it was too rich so I've now also got a few extra miles out of a tank.

The downside - no more popping and banging on the overrun and that I wish I'd done it sooner. The fuel saving alone over the last 25k miles would have paid for the work.....

Post 1825 by Linga,

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Post 1826 by cdlabate,

#1826
I flogged the hell out of it with another 3 SD riders and came 4th against some pretty big I4's
Best weekend ever... I love bikes and I love my SD's

Post 1827 by One67,

#1827
^^ Track day or Mountina day ^^

Post 1828 by Diamonddog,

#1828
actually was wednesday... but:
finally took back my Karriola after 3 week of forced confinement to the mechanic
... and suddenly tested the benefits of "breather mod" and a proper tune ECU mapping
150km of ride and, I can truly say that this has been the best mod ever done!!!

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115hp and 10kg/m of torque
not an hp record, but the bike reflects exatly the prerogatives given to the tune dude: first of all torque and smoothness
Now it wheelie in 3rd gear with a minimal clutch help and the engine is perfectly smooth up to 2500rpm

really happy about that!

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Post 1829 by nampus,

#1829
Very smooth lines!

Post 1830 by Jody,

#1830
Installed a set of Galfer Wave Rotors, Preformance Friction Brake Pads, and a new set of Dunlop Q2 tyres.

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Post 1831 by preey,

#1831
Loaded it in the van ready for the Alps

Already got snow there but hopefully by the time we're ready to come back it'll be sweet sunshine

Post 1832 by MADDOG53,

#1832
Took it to the stealers 4 a service with only 120 miles done since the last service
But now the warranty is out should be a cheaper job

Post 1833 by DribbleDuke,

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Post 1834 by MADDOG53,

#1834
Don't remember posting that last one.

Anyways hardwired the Optimate and charged her up. Nearly took her out for a ride after charging

Post 1835 by cdlabate,

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Post 1836 by JohnJJr,

#1836
I pushed her into the everything forgotten stall. She will sit with the camping goodies and carry on with the pressure washer and the lawn mower. My registration is due every February and It disgusts me how another year has passed and my bike and I failed to stay connected well. I have a Honda Dream that the SD is getting close to mimmicking in its failure to spark much attention out of me.
Maybe next year.

Post 1837 by cdlabate,

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Post 1838 by MrZ32,

#1838
Slow week in SD land?(Barring the New launch.(Yawn!)

Full of drunkards and those who like to fuckup, the Intense folks."See it my way" comments?

Never changes?

Ermm....... What thread are we on?

Nice having a Superduke?

Yip! Not sober

Post 1839 by CEREC1,

#1839
Finally rode the damn beast after replacing the regulator rectifier and the new new battery...

Post 1840 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1841 by weeksy,

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Post 1842 by Willh,

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Post 1843 by jambox,

#1843
rode the hell out of it and ruined a good set of tyres

Post 1844 by Kaz,

#1844
Re-bonded with my 07 SDR as talking to the guys on the KTM stand at the NEC suggests there will be no replacement for at least 18 months

Post 1845 by KTM666,

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Post 1846 by KTM666,

#1846
Booked Almeria Focused Events end of January......I cannot wait

Post 1847 by CEREC1,

#1847
That's a proper Christmas present. On the wrong thread

Post 1848 by weeksy,

#1848
Fitted my chinese CRG copy levers look great.

Made especially good by the new black seat instead of orange

Post 1849 by ozarkhomie,

#1849
Just received aluminium reservoir covers for the brakes and clutch via USPS, and hoping by the time they are installed the UPS guy will have delivered the taller windscreen.

Post 1850 by Stratkat,

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Post 1851 by ozarkhomie,

#1851
LOL...well, I'm old and slow!! Took me a couple minutes to figure out that one of the caps isn't gonna fit...Brembo caps don't work on Magura clutch reservoirs!!! And...the UPS guy isn't here and the tracking says the windscreen has been in the same terminal for 3 days! Guess it's a project for another rainy day...like today.

Post 1852 by CEREC1,

#1852
Almost fitted some bargain priced and beautifully engineered rearsets viewtopic.php?f=5&t=20753

Post 1853 by Kaz,

#1853
Got my CRG levers in the bike, tidy tail and Scotts steering damper fitted:D

Post 1854 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1857 by Lowrance,

#1857
Good choice of dampers. I think you'll find your bike handles substantially better now. Not sure where you have the LS set but I'd start at 6 out from full stiff.

Post 1858 by MADDOG53,

#1858
I believe you now ,,,it happened Scotts are the best,,,,,,,nice,,,,,,,,

Post 1859 by KTM666,

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Post 1860 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1861 by skip,

#1861
Took the secondary flies out and fitted a Rottwieler airbox so tomorrow its off to Kev at Projex for a re-map

Post 1862 by KTM666,

#1862
Pulled it to pieces !

Tank off - completely and not looking forward to putting it back on either!
TB's off - one secondary fly out no bother, second fly, one screw out and one cheese head knackered waiting to be removed
Airbox removed - no worries here
SAS removed from the rear and plated (thats the easy bit done eh) but the front lower bolt looks to be a right twat ......Oil tank bolts removed ready to give me some room for that lower bolt..... end of daylight...... continue tomorrow

Post 1863 by fuel,

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Post 1864 by skip,

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Post 1865 by MADDOG53,

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OK Nige, im going to be there first thing

Post 1866 by CEREC1,

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Post 1867 by Lowrance,

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Post 1868 by TLS_Russ,

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Post 1869 by MADDOG53,

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Post 1870 by TLS_Russ,

#1870
Hammered a small sharp flat-head screwdriver into the rounded secondary fly screw from yesterday's faut pas and eased it out no worries so no secondary flies anymore (probably got as bent fly shaft instead now tho!)

Drained the cooling system (remarkably clean flourescent green coolant) and then removed all the cooling system hoses ready for fitting my nice new orange Samco's courtesy of Santa. The original hose crimps are cheap and nasty and cannot be re-used so its a good job Santa also brought me some stainless steel clamps for the hoses. I also note that its a lot easier to fit the front SAS blanking plate without any cooling hoses in the way
Do these blanking plates need any sealant or do you just bolt them straight on? I assume no sealant is necessary as the original plates were fitted dry, just some loctite on the bolts cos I would hate to have to do that front one again!

Removed the radiator ready for cleaning the fins and found a nice R&G rad guard in situ - didnt know that was there when I bought it! but then again it was only after getting home at 8pm and thinking the front headlight was absolutely useless that I noticed the smoked headlamp protector !!!

Just an aside, all the cooling system fittings had a crusty build up of casting sand on the clamp lips, even though the coolant itself was clean.

Minor short-term worry from today's efforts was that I noticed my front exhaust manifold clamp only has 2 bolts holding it on - I could see 2 spare boltholes on the engine and I didnt see any broken studding. I assumed there should be 4 bolts. Anyway a quick check of the rear revealed that the clamp also only has 2 holes ....... derrr!

So, that's another day's tinkering done. Cheers.

Post 1871 by omky756,

#1871
Yo Smurf Bud,

" I also note that its a lot easier to fit the front SAS blanking plate without any cooling hoses in the way
Do these blanking plates need any sealant or do you just bolt them straight on? I assume no sealant is necessary as the original plates were fitted dry, just some loctite on the bolts cos I would hate to have to do that front one again!"

Just went thru this over the holiday myself. What I did, good, bad or indifferent was to leave the do-hickey in side and b-hind the SAS blanking plates.
That do-hickey has seals built into it's self.
Cheers !

Post 1872 by weeksy,

#1872
cheers for that Dougfir - always nice to get some kind of agreement on what you are doing

Post 1873 by BassAgent,

#1873
Leisurely day today.
Removed front sprocket cover, cleaned it and behind it. My god you get some manky shite in there that hasnt seen the light of day for years I reckon!

Drained clutch fluid, removed clutch slave and mounting bracket ready for new oberon kit (complete with ball bearing thanks to Bic).
Removed clutch hose and measured it ready for new orange Cobra braided line. Bought Halfords HML clutch fluid ready for refit.

Fitted new ramair pods to velocity stacks.

Today's dilema has revolved around establishing what antifreeze to use as coolant. Prediluted motorbike specific or normal 2 yr concentrated blue stuff or even 5yr OAT technology. Gone for halfords advanced concentrated OAT technology plus a bucket of distilled water. Gives 10 litres which should do all the fleet. Sorted and should see me down to -30 which isnt unheard of up here in the sometimes frozen wilds.

Anyone know what's good to use to clean the coolant crud from the inside of the expansion bottle please?
cheers

Post 1874 by Aphex,

#1874
"Anyone know what's good to use to clean the coolant crud from the inside of the expansion bottle please?
cheers"

A play it safe suggestion from me is to use a hand full of SST screws and nuts with a half tank of new antifreeze, then shake, rattle and roll it 'till the cows come home.

One thing I learned the hard way when I was cleaning in inside of a rusted motorcycle gas tank. The kit I bought had some nasty additives that you used, then you add some screws and nuts hardware. What a PITA to get the screws out of the tank because the inside lip. It was on my 1986 Ninja 600R. I had to turn the tank upside down and hop the screws out. It was easer to get nuts out with a long screwdriver and stabing the nut and then flipping the tank over.
Cant' think of why a magnet did not work. Might not had one on hand that would reach deep e-nuf. I kind of remember trying to fasten a magnet to a screw driver with electrical tape and the tape desolving.

Yep ! The 60's and 70's were good to me.

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Post 1876 by weeksy,

#1876
Thanks Doug & Russ - will be on the case later today as the weather is looking good, the roads are dry so I will get out for a blast first, in fact expansion tank in a bucket of domestos first, then out for a blast whilst it does its thing..... then shake with the nuts n bolts in upon my return ....... makes more sense

Post 1877 by AGRO!,

#1877
Did another oil change and checked over the bike...
Last time in for service...oil change..(still under warantee)
They left oil drizzled all over the wiring..not surprised...
At 9500 miles now...soon needs to go in for the next valve adjust...
Still haven't installed the slipper..been a lazy ass lately...
Heading our for a ride with 3 other forum members this morning..
Holidays and all...it's been two months..
Time to rock n roll baby..!!!

Post 1878 by weeksy,

#1878
Nothing! Been out playing on the Daytona

Coolant expansion bottle cleaned up a treat in the bucket of diluted domestos (cheers Russ) in fact so did the bucket!

Bought oil, oil filter and 2 x compression washers ready for oil change ..... leaving that for another day

Post 1879 by AGRO!,

#1879
Bought some bar end mirors... Jobs to do this month are

CRG clutch and brake levers (brake lever was bent)
Rizoma rearsets
Annodised clutch res and brake res covers
New seat unit in black
Bar end mirrors
Shock spring replacement

Along with the Baglux tank cover i fitted just before putting it away i think i'm good to go.

It's still in need of a decent afternoon with the cleaning products to get it up to scratch fully.

None of the above are particulary complex, but should finish the bike off nicely and make it 'mine'

Post 1880 by weeksy,

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Post 1881 by AGRO!,

#1881
Well I started off with the sole intention of just replacing the rear brake line with a nice new orange coated one and fresh brake fluid.......

I ended up with the rear brake line removed as planned closely followed by rear hugger and mudguard off and cleaned, the rear wheel out and cleaned of all chain lube etc, rear caliper off and given a good servicing and clean up, inside of swing arm degreased & lower shock bolt loosened ready to replace it with the nice orange SDR version I bought off Trippod Dave..... and suddenly the light was gone and it was time to pick the bins up from school!

All the best made plans ......

Post 1882 by AGRO!,

#1882
Soft 32 Dat 101 error. Currently going through the threads on it, checked the battery with a multi meter and all seemed fine. Reg/rec seems to be charging fine (doesn't go over 14v when revved) gauges act funny though. They go through the rpm sweep when keyed on then they do it again once the engine is started. Looks like it'll be a new regulator here pretty soon after checking the connections at the battery box, headlight mask and BCG just to be safe.

Post 1883 by weeksy,

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Post 1884 by Superdan,

#1884
White wheels look cool BUT not sure if it would clash with the orange frame of the SDR and the amount of black.

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Post 1885 by KTM666,

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Post 1886 by BASH69,

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Post 1887 by boney95,

#1887
Great looking bike..! Stick with the black wheel though.

Post 1888 by KTM666,

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Post 1889 by jambox,

#1889
.......loaded my Superduke in to the back of a lorry ........sniff.....and waved goodbye.....sniff

















Till I see it again in Almeria in a week and a bits time....cant wait

Post 1890 by gregor eisenhorn,

#1890
Rounded off the rear exhaust clamp bolt ham-fisted git that I am By the way, the square clamp nut is welded to the clamp so it wont come off no matter how hard you try!

I was using a 10mm 12 point socket and it took the bolt corners off, so then I went for a 6 point socket (which I suppose I should have used first - isnt hindsight a wonderful thing !) and then I managed to shear the 1/4" to 1/8" reducing drive adaptor whilst I was using the 6 point socket..... out came the hacksaw blade and 15 minutes later I had managed to cut through enough of the clamp band to chisel the damned thing off.

So exhaust is now removed ready for the old wire brush treatment on the headers and a new rear clamp (along with exhaust manifold gaskets and rear clamp graphite seal ring) have been ordered from M&S.

I also started putting on the new samco coolant hoses - what a bitch of a job as you need fingers like pipe cleaners. The SS clamps are a pig to fit and run out of adjustment just before they will fit over the hoses, so they all have to come off so you can get the worm drive engaged again..... I will be SO glad when I have completed this task, and wont be doing it again!

The new 6mm & 8mm orange fuel hose and mikalor clamps have arrived so I can start replacing master cylinder hoses, radiator overflow and fuel lines. Something to do indoors whilst this snow is causing havoc !

cheers

Post 1891 by boney95,

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Post 1892 by gregor eisenhorn,

#1892
Been trying to get these little buggers (or beauties) to fit in the freezin cold - its not happening

Post 1893 by stalker,

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Post 1895 by Superdan,

#1895
I took the cover off and stared at her. I'm still in love and amazed with her. Fantasizing about the spring day when I get to pull her out of the garage.

Post 1896 by Superdan,

#1896
Me and mate went out Sunday just gone, was a good ride. He was on his pannagale though! Man that bike is ridiculously quick! I want one!!!! Lol

Post 1897 by stalker,

#1897
"Been trying to get these little buggers (or beauties) to fit in the freezin cold - its not happening"

You camper? Get your camp stove out and heat some water right next to your bike. You only need to heat the ends of the tubes. That will be easer to handle than the whole hose being hot. Some type of lube will make things e-z er too!
I build test equipment and use tubing, some times with barb hose fittings. I use a heat gun. As for lube, ....sliva.

Post 1898 by Aphex,

#1898
use washing up liquid

Post 1899 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 1900 by stalker,

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Post 1901 by AGRO!,

#1901
Heidi likes them

Post 1902 by KTM666,

#1902
My R&G tail tidy turned up today, saved myself £30 as the company had listed it wrong on amazon (Bonus)
Bought the SDR powerparts gel seat from ebay today aswell £40, seemed quite cheap!
And the LSL flat bars are on route from Germany as we speak
Now all i need to do is decide on aftermarket mirrors, CRG Arrows or Rizoma Circuit 851??? Decisions Decisions

Post 1903 by weeksy,

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Post 1904 by MADDOG53,

#1904
Stripped her down over the past couple of days.

Waiting on my Evotech tail tidy and axle sliders. Will do a crankcase breather mod. Re-packing my Yoshi's. Re-wire the alarm. VERY detailed cleaning. I'm sure I'll think of more.

And I might finally splurge and get a bike lift!

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Post 1905 by weeksy,

#1905
Today was spent in the garage of doom with the spanners and some boxes/packages.

First up was the brake reservoir covers. Mistakenly i thought the rear brake cover was the same as the clutch, sadly not. So i've got 1 on the front in orange, 1 black.... i'll soon rectify that on Ebay though.

Next up was the Rizoma rearsets... God i love them !!!! had to steal a few bolts from the R1 to mount them, so will need a couple of bolts in there for using properly.

THen the rear wheel came out, that was cleaned along with a new rear sprocket, (2 teeth up) and a full cleaning or swingarm, engine etc. All looking pretty nice and the sprocket looks EXCELLENT i think. Should give it a bit more ooomph too

Next up for another day is mirrors and i think after that, unless i win the Akra Evo cans, we're good to go for the biking season.

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Post 1906 by rocketchick,

#1906
Rearsets look great Weeksy - I have changed the clutch reservoir for a rear brake one (£8 from KTM) so the anodised covers match up.

Post 1907 by PowerCell,

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Post 1908 by tigerstyletroy,

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Post 1909 by rocketchick,

#1909
Mirrors arrived today... them big sticky out ears as mirrors are really yukky, so will see how these do

Post 1910 by MADDOG53,

#1910
not today but over a few days engine out, stripped down base gaskets replaced rebuilt, forks have also been re worked, slipper clutch fitted

Post 1911 by rocketchick,

#1911
Weeksy your swingarm needs superduke.net stickers me thinks.

Post 1912 by MADDOG53,

#1912
Added billet Quick Connect fuel taps...


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Post 1913 by cdlabate,

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Post 1914 by stalker,

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Post 1915 by paul81,

#1915
Got a bunch from Millar,,,,,grey one on the arm looks "etched" in the right light on mine,,,,

Post 1916 by CEREC1,

#1916
Maddog do you have a set in black that yr willing to part with ?

Post 1917 by ozarkhomie,

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Post 1918 by Doon,

#1918
Waited another day for the dual velocity stacks...

Post 1919 by sabari,

#1919
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Post 1920 by weeksy,

#1920
got round to fitting rc8 stacks, just need to replace my battery, then mot, and get back out on the road

Post 1921 by ozarkhomie,

#1921
Finally got a few pictures of the minor mods I've done...Aaron took care of the big stuff!!
Bar end mirror, grip puppies, hand guards, tour windscreen and inline fuel filter.
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Post 1922 by 41KS,

#1922
I f..cking sent it to 20*C Spain from -15*C Estonia. Probably the best mod I ever done to this bike

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Post 1923 by AGRO!,

#1923
I hoisted it onto the pedestal that it deserves... I treated myself to a Direct Lift Bike Pro DT. How nice it was to remove the wheels while comfortably standing beside the bike!

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Post 1924 by ozarkhomie,

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Post 1925 by AGRO!,

#1925
AGRO...where in the world did you get that idea?? I stated those were some small modifications made to it...said nothing about riding it!! You young whipper snappers come up with some strange stuff!!
Did order a set of GPI stands and now trying to wrangle a deal/trade for a nice table lift.

Post 1926 by bic_bicknell,

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Post 1927 by stalker,

#1927
I've been officially signed off work because I have pneumonia - had to go to hospital for an Xray and they said I have it in both lungs. On a double dose of anti-biotics and told to get bed rest. fook that! After two days I'm bored out of my brains, been doing much needed DIY around the house and quite enjoying the time with Amy and the kids. Have absolutely no energy, feel like I cannot hardly get up off the sofa to make a cup of tea.

But now I can't sleep so I got up at 3 AM this morning and went out and sorted out the workshop, went through all my tools and had a good sweep around. Ended up giving the SD a good old clean and once over with an old shirt and a can of ACF50. Totally therapeutic. Feel content getting covered in oil and the smell of bikes instead of sick-bed and medicine, but absolutely knackered. It's now 7am so was at it for a good three hours. If I end up in hospital they'll be asking me what I was doing. I'll have to lie!

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Post 1928 by The Gin Reaper,

#1928
how did you get pneumonia bic ?

Post 1929 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1929
...... Jeeeez Bic, that's not good, get well soon.

Post 1930 by AGRO!,

#1930
I know its tough, but you really should take it easy until the Antibiotics have gotten a hold...... bike looks good tho !

Post 1931 by bic_bicknell,

#1931
Be careful Bic, pneumonia is no laughing matter. My uncle had it and tried to work though it, ended up in hospital and his lungs are pretty much fooked now. He's a shadow of his former self.

Post 1932 by stalker,

#1932
Bic have you got a juicing machine?
If not get one and juice green veggies plus carrots apples and capsicums.
Capsicums are high in vitamin C make sure you have at least 3 glasses a day.
My nephew nearly died from pneumonia 7 years back so be careful his lungs had partially collapsed he was a sick boy at the age of 30.

Post 1933 by Viking,

#1933
Succumbed and went to bed this afternoon. Just trying to accept that I can't do anything. Bored, bored, bored! But I guess I can spend as long as I want on the iPad reading the forum. Not spent any time doing nothing for maybe 20 years. Takes some effort!

One good thing. Left the SD ignition on in the garage for two hours. Lights on and everything. Woke up with a start when I remembered and ran out. Started first push of the button. This Shorai battery is one messed up backwards functioning unit. but I like it!

Post 1934 by Viking,

#1934
that is a weird battery , and against all that we have ever learnt

Post 1935 by MrZ32,

#1935
Bic take care of yourself fella. You weren't too well at the last race either. My mother had pneumonia and it damaged her lungs and now she has C.O.P.D which is incurable. It's definitely no little thing to be brushed off!

Post 1936 by bic_bicknell,

#1936
Finished bike ready for round 1. Suspension set, bars levers and pegs setup.

Got to take it down to a local bike club on Monday night and give them a talk on it to try and get some sponsorship. They seem interested coz its different.

Then it's booked for a day on the dyno on wed to try a few different things and see if all this winter fettling has worked and i've built a 675 killer. Trying a new dyno bloke coz my old guy has moved down south. He seems real keen so fingers crossed.

Post 1937 by nampus,

#1937
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Post 1938 by stalker,

#1938
I'm taking it easy but had a few hours with the SD this morning before the kids all got up. Decided to finally take off all the digital camera/mirror unit I designed and made last year. It's been a good experiment but the unit is a bit of a pain whenever it gets wet and I'm fed up with stripping it down to dry out the PCB. The lesson is that it's extremely hard to make a one-off units for motorcycles that can withstand long distances at high speeds in the pouring rain.

Because I'd integrated my GLPro gear indicator into the screen unit I rang Healtech and they supplied me with just the indicator unit so I fitted that back onto the bike. Can't remember how to programme it though - I think I originally just got on the bike and rode it through all six gears and then the unit worked OK. At the moment it scans through all six numbers when you turn the ignition on but then flashes a letter "L" whilst the bike is in neutral. Haven't tried riding it yet. Don't feel well enough.

New gear indicator unit fitted.
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My home made digital mirror device removed.
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Post 1939 by Ducati Pete,

#1939
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Post 1940 by Exitman,

#1940
put another 260 miles on it . my place to salisbury to dorchester to swanage to poole and home , was good to be out in some sunshine , even if it was cold

Post 1941 by MADDOG53,

#1941
It was lovely yesterday.

I drove 175 miles to Avonmouth and spent 4 hours up and down a radar mast.
Although it was chilly, I thought the lack of rain and wind meant it was as good as it gets around now.

I would imagine the old pinkies would be a bit cold on a bike.

Post 1942 by Exitman,

#1942
Dealer fitted the replacement tank (thanks KTM USA), sorted a small oil leak, removed secondary flies and the Powercommander and had it tuned via the native ECU. Now it feckin' freezing in New York - too cold to ride it home. As soon as I do my new OZ forged ally wheels go on with a few other goodies. Looking forward to posting pics in the next few weeks.

Here are the wheels:

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Post 1943 by Hitmike,

#1943
Why did you decide on the OZ wheels just wondering,,,,and the weather does suck ,,doesn't it,,,,,

Post 1944 by BassAgent,

#1944
I ordered a new clutch resevoir cap and bleeding kit

and got some new gear!!!

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Post 1945 by tigerstyletroy,

#1945
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Post 1946 by CEREC1,

#1946
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Post 1947 by AGRO!,

#1947
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Post 1948 by BassAgent,

#1948
Yup STG lol.

The gloves are very flexible. I got mine very fitting so i need to break them in a little bit. Its pretty damn tight wjen grabbing the grips but perfect at rest or grabbing levers

Post 1949 by The Gin Reaper,

#1949
.... not wishing to put a damper on you new purchase but........ ..... i went through 5 pairs in 12 months before eventually having an off and using the gloves for what they were intended - they seem to be very weak on the stitching (not ideal for a bike glove!) and the plastic scaphoid protectors in the palm kept wearing through the leather they were stitched into.... Very comfortable and seemed to work well in the off - see the slidey slidey video



but i shall be shopping elsewhere in future. Good idea but seemingly poorly executed in the case of the 4 pairs that gave up on me..... On the plus side Knox never quibbled about replacing them

Post 1950 by MrZ32,

#1950
About to push it through its paces on the dyno

Post 1951 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1951
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Post 1952 by BassAgent,

#1952
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Post 1953 by The Gin Reaper,

#1953
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Post 1954 by omky756,

#1954
Repacked my Yoshimura cans. I was just testing how tight the packing would have to be taped onto the baffle when I started screwing the baffle with packing into the can... it went quite well!

Now I just have to get some rivets and I'll have them back together.

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Post 1955 by nampus,

#1955
Take care BIC. That fookin pneumonia KILLED a bud of mine. He went on a ski trip when he should have not from being sick. No fun for others when games over.

Post 1956 by KTM666,

#1956
Finally..sat down..looked at my installation manual..
Ordered up a heavier diaphram spring...
And installed my Suter Slipper clutch...
Clutch pack measured up great..
Works bitchin.!!!
Totally stoked!!!!!!

Post 1957 by Exitman,

#1957
Just installed Adams CF fenders an heal shields. Looks nice. Real nice. Mind boggling how stiff the front fender is bolted on. Spent 3-5 with file for one heal shield. If I was to nit pick, which I am not, it would be in the area where the screw retainers interface with the CF. A little time with a dremel tool can clean the seating area. To bad my dremel is all used up on a Yama SR500 head fins I had.

Post 1958 by hjp1968,

#1958
In preparation to the big service coming up I printed out the repair manual, almost 400 pages, in colour.
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Post 1959 by scamb66,

#1959
Picked it up from its major service at Woolbridge Motorcycles (Kyle and Bob from Sideways.......) it felt like new totally recommended

Cold ...really misty and damp 60 mile ride home.................. Fell in love all over again..........fixed silly grin

Post 1960 by nampus,

#1960
Got ride of the PClll, took out the secondary flies. Akro map uploaded but will get it properly tuned when everything else is back on the bike.
Sent the (battle) belly pan off to Adam to fabricate in CF and started expiring how to fab a shorter but similar tail section. Also next: cutting down the Remus slip ons.

Post 1961 by scamb66,

#1961
Put a new front tyre on, and then stripped the spindle thread and lost a spacer. Spacer is nowhere to be found in the garage, even after sweeping and scratching around dark corners with headtorch. So new spindle and spacers to be ordered. Might as well service the brake calipers while I'm waiting.

Should have gone on the piss like I wanted to. FML.

Post 1962 by nampus,

#1962
Not really today but in the last week I have:
Fitted top and bottom Moto Coyote crash bungs, look good and good price - hope to never use them!
Fitted pair of Pirilli Rosso II tyres - Weather not really let me try them out yet!
Put the Smoothed Akra map on - Really didn't like it, made the throttle even more snatchy
Put the 07-08 Akra slip on map back on - bike runs much better
Removed pillion pegs

Post 1963 by Viking,

#1963
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Post 1964 by hjp1968,

#1964
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Post 1965 by The Gin Reaper,

#1965
Unwrapped a nice parcel courtesy of fleabay today......

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Front and rear..... just need to get to my tyre man tomorrow for a nice new set of Racetec K3's then fit them to the bike - they're forged aluminium from an SMR - so not quite the full magnesium loveliness but still look good are lighter and didn't cost the earth! Will post a proper pic tomorrow if I finish it all before the sun goes down!

Post 1966 by Superdan,

#1966
I was bidding on them

Good price, but my autobid never got a look in.

Post 1967 by The Gin Reaper,

#1967
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Post 1968 by CEREC1,

#1968
well done I've been watching for ages, for them but not close enough

Post 1969 by The Gin Reaper,

#1969
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Post 1970 by blb,

#1970
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Post 1971 by CEREC1,

#1971
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Post 1972 by blb,

#1972
They were so trick. Would have sold others to pay for em. Just have to slash Gin's tyres in the middle of the night at Crashfest if he taunts me by taking them with him

Post 1973 by Colonel_Klinck,

#1973
First dibs when you sell a front then!

Gin, this doesn't implicate me in Mikes impending wheel theft/tyre slash! ok?!

Post 1974 by stalker,

#1974
I missed them completely! need to adjust my saved searches in eBay. Nice purchase James. They are a quality item!

Pretty sure this is his only set of spare wheels guys.

Post 1975 by The Gin Reaper,

#1975
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Post 1976 by stalker,

#1976
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Post 1977 by The Gin Reaper,

#1977
You obviously drank too much if you think your smaller than me tubby

if i remember right when your mobile rang everyone thought you were reversing

Post 1978 by stalker,

#1978
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Post 1979 by The Gin Reaper,

#1979
beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing . beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing

Post 1980 by stalker,

#1980
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Post 1981 by The Gin Reaper,

#1981
beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing . beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing

Post 1982 by stalker,

#1982
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Post 1983 by The Gin Reaper,

#1983
beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing . beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing

Post 1984 by stalker,

#1984
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Post 1985 by The Gin Reaper,

#1985
beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing . beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing

Post 1986 by stalker,

#1986
Hmmm seems to me this is one of those cases where I should take my own advice and not argue......



See below for explanation ........

Post 1987 by Millar,

#1987
beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing . beep . beep . beep . this gin reaper is reversing

Post 1988 by The Gin Reaper,

#1988
Lmfao

Post 1989 by The Gin Reaper,

#1989
Put the new wheels on......

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Post 1990 by CEREC1,

#1990
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Post 1991 by The Gin Reaper,

#1991
Cerec..... Jealousy is a cruel mistress my friend!

Post 1992 by Superdan,

#1992

Post 1993 by Sabre,

#1993
Bike looks good son ..........but get rid of that bloody touring screen,thats for nancy's and real old fookers. I'm well over fifty and i aint got one!

Post 1994 by The Gin Reaper,

#1994
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Post 1995 by Sabre,

#1995
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Post 1996 by The Gin Reaper,

#1996
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Post 1997 by Sabre,

#1997
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Post 1998 by The Gin Reaper,

#1998
Hey Ginge,
James just mentioned the problem your having with your DNA.
Happy to sort that out for you. Ideally I would need to see you prior to ordering them in. Could you bring it to Maria's do??? I can then check the skull cap is correct size as well. Also I can bring my service kit and give it a once over ready for Summer madness !!
If you need them sooner than that, then could you be a sweetheart and have a look at the cheek pad size for me.......either side is fine. If you don't know how I can talk you through it.
Hope your well otherwise
Lyd x

Post 1999 by JohnJJr,

#1999
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Post 2000 by Kaz,

#2000
Got some carbon from Adam today
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Post 2001 by nampus,

#2001
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Post 2002 by CEREC1,

#2002
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Post 2003 by weeksy,

#2003
Wow... that's a LOT of carbon !!!!


Mine has gone to my old race mechanic

1. Remove snapped bolt
2. Supply and fit new chain and sprockets, 16/38. Your choice on what kit, but don't buy just based on making it cheap, best you can
3. Fit clutch pushrod (supplied)
4. Fit chain/engine casing protector, bleed clutch with new Magura minderal oil (Supplied)
5. Fit new shock spring to rear shock & setup (Supplied)
6. Replace fork oil and service forks (Seals etc supplied)
7. Check rear master cylinder (Didn't seem to be working yesterday, had a look and maybe a bit of rust under the gaitor has siezed it?)
8. MOT

Post 2004 by Kaz,

#2004
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Post 2005 by preey,

#2005
Yeah:P Still waiting for the SDR bellypan



PMSL
M2 Hope its sorted 4 this summer

Post 2006 by weeksy,

#2006
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Post 2007 by Sabre,

#2007
Along with my other work going on at the moment i've now decided to have the swingarm powder coated satin black.

and

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Post 2008 by Sabre,

#2008
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Post 2009 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2009
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Post 2010 by SPEIRMOOR,

#2010
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Post 2011 by nampus,

#2011
Changed the oil. With info gathered on this forum made the process really easy. KTM filter kit has everything included so no need to order washers gaskets etc. Had one washer left over no idea what that was for? Changed oil sight line too as it was leaking. Lubed the chain, checked tyre pressure and did a 300 mi jaunt around the country. Life is good.

Post 2012 by weeksy,

#2012
don't worry about the leftover washer. The kit comes with one extra.

Post 2013 by Exitman,

#2013
Got the new tank on. Pulled the PClll off and had the bike tuned via ECU. A few carbon bits on and the bike is starting to look sweet.
Next, are new forged wheels, new Brembo rotors, pads carbon belly pan whil I work on acustom tail unit (shorter) and hack 4" off the Remus pipes. Though I've been eyeing Termignonis for the Duke!

Post 2014 by Hitmike,

#2014
New shoes and a new fender eliminator. I have kept the duck bill for now. Still on the fence about it. Waiting for my LED taillight/integrated signals to arrive, hopefully this week. Also got my forks back from Superplush.



Having a crazy desire to pull off the entire front end and fit one of these. I'm sure it will pass...

Post 2015 by paul81,

#2015
dropped it
fortunatly no damage
thank you r&g
was outside my house, around 30m away road looked clean and dry but as i went round a corner (10mph) it just slipped, don't know why. strained my groin and bashed my knee but otherwise all is well

Post 2016 by JohnJJr,

#2016
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Post 2017 by CEREC1,

#2017
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Post 2018 by Hitmike,

#2018
I am just itching to modify the appearance a little. Not sure why I feel the need. I rarely see another Duke and I love the looks of this bike. I Think its because now that the engine and suspension mods I wanted are finished I am just bored and want to tinker. I love the idea of the bike feeling a little more minimal, rawer. I am really digging the look of the subframe with the side panels off.
Cerec1, I agree that the screen could be hard to read but it looks so damn cool. JohnJJr I like the idea of modifying the tail. I cut down the underside with a Dremel and it was pretty easy to shape. Plastic melts awfully easily though.

Post 2019 by Hitmike,

#2019
Or maybe a space age flat tracker...

Post 2020 by Hitmike,

#2020
Or maybe this..

Post 2021 by ozarkhomie,

#2021
Nothing so adventurous for me today...installed the shorty lever assemblies and placed an ad for the removed Rizomas.
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For Sale
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Post 2022 by JohnJJr,

#2022
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Post 2023 by cdlabate,

#2023
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Post 2024 by JohnJJr,

#2024
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Post 2025 by weeksy,

#2025
Call the fashion police... i bought new leathers

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Post 2026 by Superdan,

#2026
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Post 2027 by weeksy,

#2027
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Post 2028 by Hitmike,

#2028
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Post 2029 by cdlabate,

#2029
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Post 2030 by nampus,

#2030
Started the disassembly for the 15k km service:
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Also took of the exhaust, they will be treated with pickle paste, to bring them back to their former glory
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Also put the battery on the optimate charger.

Post 2031 by nampus,

#2031
I have a question, hope someone can answer for me.
As you can see from the post above this one, I've removed the exhaust.
I was thinking: I've got a tuneecu map loaded, with the o2 sensors switched of. Could I just remove the lambda sensors from the bike and plug the openings in the exhaust?
In the near future the plan is to get it custom mapped, should the lambda sensors be mounted for it to be custom mapped, does the tuner need them? or can i just ditch them?
Thanks in advance guys!

Post 2032 by Jermo,

#2032
The washer left is for the clutch oil jet.

Post 2033 by nampus,

#2033
pickle paste brings them up well with very little effort

Post 2034 by motoronin,

#2034
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Post 2035 by Superdan,

#2035
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Post 2036 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2036
Yeah Ben did an awesome job with that tank panel. I'll be sure to give him a little bow and wave as I go past

Post 2037 by Millar,

#2037
And kindly crash on the other side...I'm not painting it again!

Post 2038 by stalker,

#2038


crash . . . . dan !!!

Post 2039 by weeksy,

#2039
Swingarm back from powder coaters

Post 2040 by motoronin,

#2040
There will be no crashing thank you and Lady Providence can fook off. I'm not tracking it that's for bloody sure...however, if I'm free I'll come along to drink, abuse and cook beer can chicken and ribs.

Post 2041 by Sabre,

#2041
I'm also loving that Samurai tank panel Dan,looks the bollocks Nice work Ben You better be riding at the Crashfest Dan or we'll all be too pissed to ride if you keep feeding us food and beer

Post 2042 by KTM666,

#2042
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Got the old girl rebuilt today
Fitted the CPR Rotweiler, got rid of the sas and 2nd butterflies (cant believe how loud the induction noise is in higher revs, thought i had a problem with the bike when i first heard it )
Straight bars fitted (anyone tell me how much to chop off these bars to stop the throttle cables being stretched? Noticed on right hand lock the revs increase quite a bit on its own)
R&G Tail tidy fitted eventually with a bit of adjustment
Battle graphics and wheel decals fitted courtesy of Autodesigns

Hmmm what to replace next???

Post 2043 by MADDOG53,

#2043
Just noticed i think my chain adjuster blocks are the wrong way round???

Post 2044 by MADDOG53,

#2044
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Post 2045 by rocketchick,

#2045
Thats ok then Just fitted 41t renthal sprocket and they went back on as they came off

Post 2046 by motoronin,

#2046
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Post 2047 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2047
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Post 2048 by gregor eisenhorn,

#2048
Nice spikes on the tank, and the Samurai looks fantastic!

Post 2049 by gregor eisenhorn,

#2049
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Post 2050 by motoronin,

#2050
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Post 2051 by weeksy,

#2051
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Post 2052 by MADDOG53,

#2052
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Post 2053 by weeksy,

#2053
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Post 2054 by Tony the Tiger,

#2054
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Post 2055 by MADDOG53,

#2055
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Post 2056 by rocketchick,

#2056
fitted Mivv Suono's - very loud without baffles.. and to be honest.. I'm not that impressed with the fit of these .. the brackets look crap and they leave a big gaping hole above the pipe where you can see the silver heat insulation stuff.. anyway..

also attempted to fit SAI block off plates.. the rear cylinder is easy obviously.. but the front.. fook me.. after 20 mins of 1/1000th of a turn I cracked the shits.. did the bolts back up and cut and blocked the hose.. screw it..

I then loaded a "smoothened" map to the bike and now the idle is hunting a little.. FFS... ... not having a good day..

Post 2057 by Bert,

#2057
[quote="warnabrother"]fitted Mivv Suono's - very loud without baffles.. and to be honest.. I'm not that impressed with the fit of these .. the brackets look crap and they leave a big gaping hole above the pipe where you can see the silver heat insulation stuff.. anyway..

Post a pic please of your displeasure.

Post 2058 by MADDOG53,

#2058
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Post 2059 by Willh,

#2059
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Post 2060 by MADDOG53,

#2060
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Post 2061 by nampus,

#2061
Found my SD a new home in Florida today,,,1/2 hour south of Daytona,,,,,,mile from the beach,,,never have to see a snowflake ever again,,paying cash so no mortgage,,,

Post 2062 by KTM666,

#2062
But why? The sun made it's return yesterday, just in time for daylight savings time, it's only been gone since late November

Congratulations,
now you'll have to get a chopper to enjoy all the straight flat roads...

Post 2063 by nampus,

#2063
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Post 2064 by Werny,

#2064
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Post 2065 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2065
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Post 2066 by Davo-Singapore,

#2066
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Post 2067 by MrZ32,

#2067
any pics of the current mounting? You could always decide to take the insulation of, the mivv's should run a lot cooler compared to the stock pipes.

Post 2068 by weeksy,

#2068
yeah.. I suppose I could just remove it.. but to be honest.. I'm not fussed about it anymore.. may just hit it with some high temp black paint and be done with it..

Post 2069 by tigerstyletroy,

#2069
Today I did - well, yesterday actually - I did stand around by the roadside and wait for the breakdown man to come and take me and my sd back home.

Bike cut out while riding, but will still start up, dies every time I put it in gear. Obviously the side stand switch, today I shall clean up the switch, follow the wires and see if I can get it to work again. But only after taking my mum out for Mother's Day.

Regardless, I shall order a side stand removal thingy and hope that fixes it.

Post 2070 by MADDOG53,

#2070
Had the bike in a m8s workshop over the weekend. He's got a bike bench and I have to say it's the only way to work on a bike! Def on the want list.

Did a valve check. First check since the heads were ported and polished last winter. 7k miles and 17 odd track days and they were all in spec except the 1 front exhaust .23

Rear
left inlet .15
right inlet .15
left exhaust .27
right exhaust .29

Front
left inlet .15
right inlet .15
left rear.23
right rear.26

Also oil change, replaced coolant with water. Drilled all parts that need lock wiring for racing. New pads and brake fluid changed. Rear sprocket chain guard fitted. Clutch plates changed. SDR tank fitted. Zero chance of fitting tank bolt as the tank is way too long. Am going to have to copy Motohooligan's tank mount idea and machine the holes a little bigger so the tank can move back a bit. Nearly all connectors taken apart, blown out and packed with dielectric grease. All that is left to do is fit the belly pan and apply graphics. Bely pan arrived but minus fitting kit and graphics hopefully arriving this week.

Post 2071 by Jerryn206,

#2071
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#2072
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Post 2073 by Nathan990,

#2073
Fitted these yesterday, just $7.22 Delivered from China. They suit the bikes angular lines quite well.



Post 2074 by 990 WFO,

#2074
New stickers!!

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Post 2075 by MADDOG53,

#2075
Putting her on a trailer to get a custom dyno tune this morning...I have to work today so I won't be there at the shop really nervous.

Post 2076 by Jerryn206,

#2076
Took the cover off,,,clean,,,Yoshi can's look sooo much better "de-badged" with an Austrian flag in their place and a set of black R+G can protectors,,,,

Post 2077 by AGRO!,

#2077
Decals removed from the FMF's, added ktm grips, g2 quick turn throttle, ktm axle sliders and motohooligan upper frame slider (lower just came in the mail).

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Post 2078 by MADDOG53,

#2078
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Post 2079 by AGRO!,

#2079
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Post 2080 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2081 by AGRO!,

#2081
Here's a pic of a former members bike that had this done,,,I have the same looking decals,,,,

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Post 2083 by menNOMADS,

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Post 2084 by stalker,

#2084
Ok, actually not today (bevause today I'm riding), but yesterday should do. I installed a power outlet to juice my iPhone. Could have been simple by just connecting it to the battery, but I wanted it to be switched by the (key) contact switch. That means I had to take the cable to the back, under the seat. And of course this involved a lot more then just simply pulling the cable to the back. Had to lift the tank, but only after removing the side panels.

After a few hours I had it all installed, and started putting things back together. Only to find that the tank started leaking at the bottom fixture of the side panel. Found some articles about it on this forum. Good thing, I'm not the only victim of this terrible design flaw. Bad thing is ... My tank is leaking. Since I'm driving a 2005 model, I don't think they'll replace it under warranty. But, I can always give it a try

For now, just simply fixed it by applying some silicone. But in the near future I might try the solutions provided by this forum. Man, am I glad this forum is back online. Couldn't find shit about superdukes w/o this forum

Post 2085 by No. 47,

#2085
rode me bike a bit

did a 2 day trip through the Victorian High Country.. 1060km's... mainly twisty roads.. temps ranged from 8°C to 25°C with beautiful sunshine to torrential rain..

bloody brilliant

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Post 2086 by Davo-Singapore,

#2086
jealous me . . . .yes

Post 2087 by AGRO!,

#2087
sorry.. should have said 650 miles of twisty roads..

Post 2088 by Jerryn206,

#2088
60k miles plus - not sure exactly how many more 'cos have yet to replace faulty speedo sensor.

Post 2089 by BassAgent,

#2089
Sepang two days last week with SBR Trackdays. Bike went well and the STM
Slipper saved my bacon in T1 and T9 more than just a few times. It's gone straight back to WORX Motorsport to get an HM Quickshifter fitted so am getting the Cycle Control rearsets adjuster banged on at same time. Next Trackday is June. Can't wait. Oh. And I did set my PBs.... I love my bike.

Post 2090 by AGRO!,

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Post 2091 by BassAgent,

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Post 2092 by AGRO!,

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Post 2093 by KTM666,

#2093
while the forums were down, I made it over to Kowekiller's house, we changed the oil, fitted some new gaskets, changed the plugs, and adjusted the valves (the timing was off by a significant amount somehow... I think that was my damn issue the whole time). So far the duke is working pretty well. Let's hope this continues

Post 2094 by menNOMADS,

#2094
Changed my tyres. Especially the rear tyre was ready for replacement. Decided to put Dunlop SportSmart on it. Pressure set at 34psi front/rear. If tomorrow's weather permits, I'll take her out for a spin.

Post 2095 by ozarkhomie,

#2095
installed new Bridgestone S20 on rear....front tomorrow.
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Post 2096 by AGRO!,

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Post 2097 by ozarkhomie,

#2097
LOL...that is the Argon bottle connected to the mig welder, the Nitrogen bottle used for inflation is just out of the picture and my oxygen bottle is on the other side of the shop...next to my recliner, fridge and X rated reading materials. Don't know about any eggs as they cause gas and as you already know....old people have enough of that already!!

Post 2098 by Nathan990,

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Post 2100 by weeksy,

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Post 2101 by menNOMADS,

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Post 2102 by MADDOG53,

#2102
Stick up something about the 610 in a seperate thread mate.

I was pondering a SM630 this week but it was sold.

Post 2103 by AGRO!,

#2103
Took her out for a late afternoon spin around the church. New Dunlop SportSmart tyres behave excellent. With the old, worn tyres, the bike "dropped" into the corners. That behavior is now completely gone
She now goes where I want her to go (maybe I should fit new tyres on the wife too )

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Post 2104 by AGRO!,

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Post 2105 by Jody,

#2105
I like the old church to Maddog!

Post 2106 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2107 by 990 WFO,

#2107
New wings stickers

Post 2108 by Aphex,

#2108
Well we're due to leave the Alps tomorrow and I had planned to ride the SD to Chamonix while the Mrs drives the van.

However it's snowed about 6 inches in the last 12 hours and not looking like packing up. So I had to admit defeat and load the bike in the back of the van

2 years in a row I've brought the bike here with the intention of riding it away. 2 Years I've failed

Post 2109 by fazer_1000,

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Post 2110 by JohnJJr,

#2110
Ordered my fuel pump rebuild kit. I'm considering taking it to a local shop and having them do the work while they do a valve check. Normally I'm a DIY kinda guy, but they only charge $250 for the check (other places want $400) and it definitely beats spending 2 weekends non-stop in the garage (1 for the check, and the other installing the new shims once they're ordered). So long as they keep the price of the fuel pump work under control I think I'm sold.

Post 2111 by weeksy,

#2111
Finished the valve check yesterday, found my front velocity stack turned on it's side with half the air filter chewed away. Cleaned throttle bodies, fitted new air filter, new iridium plugs and removed secondary flies.

I was riding a FZ8 while the SD was down. Holy shit, it's hard to ride reserved. It just wants to bark and wheelie everywhere

2 > 4

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Post 2112 by Aphex,

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Post 2113 by fazer_1000,

#2113
Got mine back on the road after layup for the winter with electrical gremlin - Fitted a Mosfet reg/rec and went through all the wiring - cleaned all ground wires and all is good. Fix'd the leaky oil sight tube - annealed the washers and put flexible tubing on the spigots as had a slight crack in the stock white colored tube - that came out great ...

While bike was laid up for 5 months i went out to check SAG figures (( Once again )) after reading some of the posts and ended up cranking the preload tighter on the rear to get closer to the recommended .. Bike just didn't like it -- 16/40 gear ( shorter wheelbase ) and jacking the ass end of the bike up in the air just made bike way to freaky twitchy ( Even with the fork tubes pushed down in the triple clamps some ).

I basically back the rear preload nut off just to where there is a gap between the NUT and the top of SPRING ! ( while bike on sidestand i grab frame and pull bike onto sidestand till rear wheel comes off ground to establish the gap between NUT and Spring - then i snug up NUT till it just touches spring again ( rear wheel lofted ) and then tighten 3/4 turn more preload - bike's balanced again ... and confidence inspiring. All set for the season ...

41T rear titanium sprocket from sidewinder sprockets coming soon ... 16/41 yeah baby here i come

Running my first set of Diablo rosso 2's after running 7 sets of Q2's and they're holding well at this point. A little harder rubber compared to Q2's and sometimes SKIP OUT on me if i POP the throttle in a turn but nothing that really gives me the jitters ... Hoping to get more than 2 thou miles out of the Rosso's. Really liked the Q2's though - hell of a tyre , just short tread life it seems ..

cheers

Post 2114 by Kaz,

#2114
Fitted a new number plate.

The other one had marks on the white side i couldn't get rid of at all.

I got with superdukeforum.com logo on it LOL

Post 2115 by Kaz,

#2115
Yeah, It occurred after a wash. Thats probably it;)

Post 2116 by Kaz,

#2116
While cleaning my BGC i came across this:
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Anyone know what this connector is?

Post 2117 by No. 47,

#2117
It's part of the emissions control package for the US spec bikes and is a redundant main wiring loom connector on European and similar spec bikes.

Post 2118 by Kaz,

#2118
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Post 2119 by Tony the Tiger,

#2119
I got up early for work this morning, got the ipad out and found these bad boys for sale. I sent the seller a message and managed to agree an awesome deal (for me). He lived local and Inpicked them up this afternoon. These cans are as new and I can't find a mark on them. I am one very happy chappie

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They look the dogs!!!!!!!!!!

Post 2120 by Tony the Tiger,

#2120
Ignore the chicken strips, these tyres are shit and have just ordered some Supercorsas!

Post 2121 by CEREC1,

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Post 2122 by Tony the Tiger,

#2122
I have some Titanium Leo's for sale now if he is interested. I'm just going to put the ad on here now before looking at EBay.

Post 2123 by weeksy,

#2123
So was I !

Post 2124 by CEREC1,

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Post 2125 by Tony the Tiger,

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Post 2126 by The Gin Reaper,

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Post 2127 by Tony the Tiger,

#2127
Thanks for the warning Gin:!:
If I see something that I like I always ask the seller if they are open to offers. Saves getting into a bidding war and paying over the odds. Some are prepared to discuss offers and some aren't but always worth a try!

Post 2128 by stalker,

#2128
good work tony ,

Post 2129 by Ducati Pete,

#2129
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Post 2130 by Superdan,

#2130
Yoshi's look the daddy, baffles out? Way better than the Leo Vince.

Seat is still ghey though

Post 2131 by jambox,

#2131
They do look smart like, with the rest of the blackness of the your bike. Get the redness off there and they'll look even better

Post 2132 by Tony the Tiger,

#2132
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Post 2133 by Tony the Tiger,

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Post 2134 by BassAgent,

#2134
Treated the Beast to a set of leo's !!

Those yoshi's look the mutts by the way .... dont you go getting them mixed up when you send out the Leos.

Post 2135 by rocketchick,

#2135
I got yoshi's as well, love them

Post 2136 by KTM666,

#2136
Fresh clutch and brake fluid.

Post 2137 by Ducati Pete,

#2137
Pulled 2nd flies (not the post or motor), then took her for a spin on the local twisty bits.. On/Off throttle is much better, still needs some work, but def better.

Post 2138 by ozarkhomie,

#2138
Installed 20mm bar risers.

Post 2139 by Jermo,

#2139
Did the 15 mins reset I forgot to do after removing the flies, greased the chain in the meantime and adjusted the shifter height a bit. Not really interesting but feels good to give it a little attention again.

Post 2140 by MADDOG53,

#2140
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Post 2141 by Tony the Tiger,

#2141
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Post 2142 by ozarkhomie,

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Post 2143 by Ducati Pete,

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Post 2144 by Jermo,

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Post 2145 by JohnJJr,

#2145
Loaded my kriega bag on ready for an early start tomorrow. Off for a four day blast around the ardenne and black forest, stopping at the ring on the way back.

Post 2146 by Willh,

#2146
Got the SDR road taxed after being Sorned for the winter.

Took a couple of Pics and have to put it up for Sale.

Post 2147 by jambox,

#2147
Adjusted the chain for the last time. The chain is showing several 'stiff links' now and there's not much adjustment room left anymore.
Will go for a 520 conversion soon

Post 2148 by JohnJJr,

#2148
got er outside detailing it all up. last 2 rides were heavy with bugs ....

Got nailed right between the eyes ( i wear goggles ) at the bridge of my nose with a fat bug doing about 100mph - Shit hurts .. Previous day got a bumblebee sting on the damn neck - same thing - about 100mph on a cool spot of road i like ... Grabbed my neck to catch the damn thing and pulled over.. Sure enough Black and yellow hairy fricken thing !! Dead on impact.....

cheers

Post 2149 by Kaz,

#2149
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Post 2150 by KTM666,

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Post 2151 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2152 by bic_bicknell,

#2152
Went by my local dealer today and got myself a pair of rc8 stacks:)

Post 2153 by No. 47,

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Post 2154 by Kaz,

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Post 2155 by Tony the Tiger,

#2155
Almost nailed me a buzzard. It was sitting on a fence post the side of a road in the shade on my left. A big field in the sun was on my right, down hill a bit. I came thru pushin a ton. The slooooww bird was not use to that kind of speed and mis-judged his take off, heading for the hot sun for a thermal lift. I had to get under the paint on my tank to avoid hitting that scavenger flying stink bag. It's a big frinkin' bird! Sooo glad I did not bust it open.

Post 2156 by Superdan,

#2156
I hit a duck a few years ago doing about 90. Came out low from the side ditch ahead and flapped slowly across the road I was about to converge with. Two different time zones, me fast and committed, the bird slow and silent, like in another zone. But still, we were fated to meet, there was nothing I could do. Hit me smack in the face, just at the top of my visor. Bird exploded and I felt like my head was about to ger ripped off backwards. Thank fate that my visor was closed because it would have seriously knocked me out or blinded me or worse. There was nothing left of the bird that I could find when I pulled over. Just a red most all over the helmet and little feathers stuck in all the vents. I 've got a picture somewhere, I'll post it up.

Post 2157 by Woody80,

#2157
Stood and had a proper look at the bike I bought off fakujak72. Pretty happy with my decision

Just need it to stop pissing it down now and sort some decent rubber.

Post 2158 by CEREC1,

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Post 2159 by Aphex,

#2159
Topped off the oil wiped it down and rode the piss out of it on HWY 2 to Newcombs Ranch and back home. Beautiful day today, cheers!

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Post 2160 by SDNerd,

#2160
Hmmmm ... I didn't sell it today.

Post 2161 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2161
Well to my Superduke today... I totalled the rear cylinder!

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Post 2162 by KTM666,

#2162
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Post 2163 by KTM666,

#2163
..ouch

Post 2164 by fazer_1000,

#2164
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Post 2165 by KTM666,

#2165
Fitted Steering damper and KTM CNC yokes and risers

Post 2166 by MADDOG53,

#2166
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#2167
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Post 2168 by jambox,

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Post 2169 by Aphex,

#2169
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Post 2170 by The Gin Reaper,

#2170
Synced the carbs for the first time

Post 2171 by The Gin Reaper,

#2171
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Post 2172 by fazer_1000,

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Post 2173 by weeksy,

#2173
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Post 2174 by KTM666,

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Post 2175 by Aphex,

#2175
Won a new lower fairing/bellypan in black.
Toolkit arrived in post.

Did about 140 miles on it yesterday... it's still brilliant

Post 2176 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2177 by Millar,

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Post 2178 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2178
Did a 290 round mile trip to pickup my lovely new 08 SDR got back and managed to whip out the airbox and fit moto box in 40 mins. Damn I'm getting good at taking these bikes to bits. Lots more to do to get her ready to race before setting off on Thursday evening for Oulton.

Post 2179 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2180 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2181 by ozarkhomie,

#2181
Congrats on the new bike.

Post 2182 by MADDOG53,

#2182
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Post 2183 by fazer_1000,

#2183
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Post 2184 by KTM666,

#2184
Got a motobat deliverd today so might get that fitted tonight
Wonder what'll stop working next ...

Post 2185 by 990 WFO,

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Post 2186 by JohnJJr,

#2186
Dropped it off at a shop today. Getting the valves set and getting my fuel issue sorted (bad pump or clogged filter). They kept it over-night so I'm guessing they started with the valve job; they'll call me when the discover the source of my fuel issue. Can't wait to get her back. Oil change and she should be running 135 bhp strong

Post 2187 by DribbleDuke,

#2187
The faster i learn to go the slower it all seems --------- Just sayin

Ohhhh now don't getchur panties all in a bunch LOL

Post 2188 by Jermo,

#2188
dAMMIT!
Was working on the bike this morning and had the tank up. Got the tank back on and positioned the side panels back on when wifey calls me out of the garage to eat some breakfast and "chat" (long weekend, wanted to discuss my "duties" before I made my own plans). I've been aching for a ride all week, so I excuse myself to for a quick blast which goes great (changed RC8 stacks back to standard - which is why I had the tank up...). The ride is only about 20 km, but as I come around the corner returning to my house, I see a big piece of orange fairing on the road that says "SuperDuke: on it. fook! Of course it's mine! fooking scratched up, but complete. No one ran it over. What a dumb ass I am. Forgot that I hadn't bolted it up... Cosmetically mint bike now has a scratched up side panel, and I didn't drop it!

Post 2189 by 990 WFO,

#2189
I moved it out of the way to get the pressure washer out.

Post 2190 by dougle,

#2190
I'm about to wash it off since last time I rode it was raining as if something wanted me to drown.
Will also sync the throttle bodies when it's a more neighborhood friendly time for starting up the SD.

Post 2191 by CEREC1,

#2191
The shop called. I'm getting my throttle bodies cleaned and balanced and they're giving me a 2nd dyno tune. Won't have her back until next week though

Post 2192 by dougle,

#2192
Today was a long day, i've only come inside to check fork strip down procedure, before carrying on into the night.

Plastics, seat, fuel tank, air box, TBs, radiator, oil tank, engine and valve covers off!
SAS removed, blanking plates installed (cheers miller)
Cam shafts and sprockets out.
Got as far as removing the compression drive outer sprocket and realised my gear puller is a shade too big to get in there, SHIIIIT!!!

So while that is being delivered, took the front break callipers off and put new seals in.

Fork rebuild this evening.

It's nice to be back even in the same country as my SD.

Post 2193 by CEREC1,

#2193
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Post 2194 by dougle,

#2194
I'm in Redland next to the downs normally, you? i've never seen another SD in bristol in my 6-7 years of living there, but my workshop is down in Gillingham , convenient i know.

She's only done 16k but i'm heading off around europe on friday and it's been a race to get everything fixed/checked/cleaned.
I've had a rattle on the front cylinder for as long as i can remember, so i'm swapping the chains, tensioners and guides out, and seeing as Klinck has done a guide filling in the blanks from the R&R page over on ktm950.info i have no excuse.

Post 2195 by CEREC1,

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Post 2196 by dougle,

#2196
My first trip to Fowlers they couldn't get the front tank bolt in so left it cross threaded and riding high, i should have noticed it but it was a couple of days later i saw the top yoke had taken a chuck out of the tank.
Second trip i rode it in there one morning and wasn't able to ride it away it just kept trying to fire up, muthafuckers wanted to charge me for getting it going again too.

Never going to fowlers' service desk again, their spares counter is fine, though had a few light bags from them once or twice so i always check these days... or order from jimaim if i'm not in a rush.

Post 2197 by dougle,

#2197
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Post 2198 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2199 by JohnJJr,

#2199
Confidence back on the ole SD.

After installing the rec/reg , no more krazy dash - no more high idle , and now finding and replacing that cracked fuse causing bike to shut down i'm back in business.

took out for a ride today , hot pavement just brings out the maniac in me ... Punched it in a turn and lit up the rear goin sideways and when it bit back in it popped a wheelie ROFL ....... surprised myself ..... I better not get back out into dirt riding i'll be more krazy than ever on the SD ..... lock me up !!!


I really do like this bike tho...

cheers

Post 2200 by DribbleDuke,

#2200
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Post 2201 by MADDOG53,

#2201
I moved mine out of the way to get the lawn mower out.

Post 2202 by dougle,

#2202
Fairing feed back. It might be a one off race fairing made by Hot Bodies in Ca. Fiberglass and light. Got it off e-bay for $150USD. It did not fit at first so I removed the belly pan that kept it from fitting. The belly pan is wanted for track racing to catch the guts when they blow. This is my street bike so out came my jig saw. Had to make the head light bracket and cut the hole for the light. Fun times. The fairing was made for the SD. It fits the tank mounting holes and cut outs. I have not seen another SD with this fairing and I know HotBodies does not make this fairing any more. I have been dreaming about a bike set up like this for a long, long time. Up right seating, small fairing to cut the wind that I can see over with a dirt bike background and top shelf suspension/ brakes.
Good luck finding another fairing like this, and if any others out there know of another fairing like this, let us know.
I would like to know if I have the only one. It's a non - belly button bike. Every one has a belly button.

Post 2203 by DribbleDuke,

#2203
No belly button indeed.
Looks like a one off, one I like.

Enjoy

Post 2204 by Willh,

#2204
Take the darn thing off and make some moulds,,,,then sell the modified fairings that work man

Post 2205 by JohnJJr,

#2205
Changed oil and all filters. All went well.

Added the lower thermo switch, which operates perfectly and I really like that I'm not waiting until a water temp of 240(?) some odd degrees in the rad to kick the fan on.

Installed O2 sensor delete plugs. I know, should have used TuneECU. Oh well, one day. Anyway, love the lack hunting in the rpm range while cruising at low speeds. Nice!

Post 2206 by weeksy,

#2206
Finally got the rear cam chain out, new one in with new guides, went to take the generator rotor off and i have the wrong thread pitch for the puller bolt, that'll have to wait (again).

Got my 07 fuel tank delivered today, so that all got swapped over, my fuel pump has the integrated fuel sensor so i made a blanking plate for the hole, nice to know i can get a separate sensor if i need to.

The rear mounts on the tank were way off so i attacked them with the tower drill to make them adjustable, good job they are as tough as chocolate.

I need a 90° fuel hose connector before i'm done with the tank but the electrics seem to be neat and out of the way

Tinkered around with the bottom oil pipes again, replaced the terminal bolts with some new steel ones.

Post 2207 by MADDOG53,

#2207
Taxed it , rode about on it a it

Post 2208 by jambox,

#2208
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Post 2209 by RED ZX,

#2209
Took the plate off it as I can't afford paying registration for a bike that I haven't had time to ride nor will until the summer building season is over...

Post 2210 by macca,

#2210
NOTHIN Damn it !!!

it's runn'n good tho when i'm on !

Post 2211 by jambox,

#2211
Rode the beejaysus out of it... God it's GREAT...

Remapped it with TuneECU... WOW.. it's better than great !

Post 2212 by macca,

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Post 2213 by MADDOG53,

#2213
Received some front pads for it. But they won't be getting fitted for quite a while!

Post 2214 by macca,

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Post 2215 by macca,

#2215
Better quality pic..



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Post 2216 by Davo-Singapore,

#2216
Just back from a 100 mile twist it ride. Got hosed by a Air Tractor spraying crops. We supprised each other. I was wicking it plenty on a tight SD road with a bunch of blind corners I know well. The bi-wing radial engine plane was about 20 feet off the deck spraying crops. I slowed as much as possible, he pulled up the same. Still got hosed. Went to a gas station to hose the bike and me down. Spray was good coverage. My visor had coverage every 1/4 inch apart. Tasted yuk - O.

Post 2217 by nampus,

#2217
Finally put all my road kit back on after my last Trackday session at Sepang (mirrors, tail tidy, IU Reader, baffles, touring screen). Have got it down to a twenty min fiddle now that I've found a way not to drop the grub screws inside the cans taking the baffles out of the MIVVs. Took it for an early morning run and watched the sun come up over Changi point. Felt goooooood.

Post 2218 by dougle,

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Post 2219 by macca,

#2219
Today i have fooked my SD up a bit, was using someone elses torque wrench and over torqued the roller bearing for the double timing sprock on the front so pissed off at myself. We tested the torque wrench against mine in a very non scientific way and it seems well out. Luckily the thread stayed on enough for me to get the bolt out and clean up the inside of the cylinder head.

To calm down i attacked my fuel pump for new filters etc. I took a dremel to one of the bolts, sparks everywhere, i was gonna get it off or blow up either would have suited me fine.

Post 2220 by macca,

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Post 2221 by dougle,

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Post 2222 by macca,

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this Image Image

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Post 2224 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2225 by No. 47,

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Looks fantastic, have u done anything to the suspension?

Post 2226 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2226
forks have been revalved the shock just has a stronger spring fitted

Post 2227 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2227
Those wheels are the one thing my SDR is missing

Post 2228 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2229 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2229
And the rear brake master/slave =?

Post 2230 by No. 47,

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Post 2232 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2232
So you are using side stand fixing plate as mounting point? I'd prefer to keep that belly pan on. Suits the SDR better than standard or Mojo imo.

Post 2233 by Superdan,

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Post 2234 by No. 47,

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Post 2235 by KTM666,

#2235
Put a radius in the corners of the cut out.....or it will crack (just a matter of time)

You can reinforce it with glass fibre kit from Holfords

Post 2236 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2236
Yeah I'm going to look at doing this. Mine needs some repairs after bottoming out at Oulton and being involved in a crash I have a fibre glass kit and will have to line the whole pan with thermal shield mat to stop it melting. The Evo headers are very close to the pan in places.

Post 2237 by KTM666,

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Post 2238 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2239 by fuel,

#2239
Fitted some new grips!

Post 2240 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2240
repairing bellypan from Oulton Park. Some grinding out in corners damage and crash damage.

Post 2241 by dougle,

#2241
Today in dougle's ChopShop i made my '05 side panels fit my '07 tank, removed and cleaned up my clutch slave and all that shit down around there and also re-soldered the connectors on my USB acc lead.

I removed my secondary flies though these bolts are temporary until i think of a better way to block up the shaft holes, any ideas people? i am certainly not tapping a thread in there and would like to avoid epoxy if possible.
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I might try something like this for better airflow:
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Post 2242 by KTM666,

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Post 2243 by dougle,

#2243
Plastic Number plate bolts (from the outside in...) and Silicon sealer fitted well over a year ago......

Post 2244 by JohnJJr,

#2244
Nice work i'll give it a try, steel bolts hovering above the intakes was a worry

Post 2245 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2245
Gona take the beast out today . Have about 800 miles left on the Rosso II's , looks like i'll get about 3,200 miles out of the tyres compared to the 2K miles i was getting out of Q2's ...

Also bringing my textile jacket in to get a zipper replaced ... got jacket for christmas 2 years ago from family , didn't come with armor and just never thought to look if it had pockets for such - and it does... it's a Power Grip jacket that fits well and i'm used to it and has a high enough collar to keep wind going down my back so i'll save some money and just get it repaired rather than buy new one.....

cheers Have a great riding day ......

Post 2246 by lawman,

#2246
Yeah I'd always feel happier with plastic in there instead of steel. I've just witnessed what metal in the top on the engine does. And it isn't pretty!

Post 2247 by KTM666,

#2247
You were right about the dropped valve!

Post 2248 by JohnJJr,

#2248
.....there has to be a Coffee table in there somewhere mate

Post 2249 by JohnJJr,

#2249
I bought a rottweilier intake system today. Still need to install and get it dyno'ed with new power map. My bike is nearly fully upgraded. Next on the list is a slipper clutch.

http://www.rottweilerperformance.com/SuperDuke.html

Post 2250 by cheeheese,

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Post 2251 by Aphex,

#2251
Just got back from about 130 miles of riding .... Unfortunately the Rosso II's that looked new three weeks or so ago are starting to have some metal peeking through ( this is an expensive hobby )......... Right now have 2,800 miles on the Rosso II's ... they'll be lucky to make it to 3,000 and those metal cords will be hella more slippery than the Q2 rayon or whatever they are fabric cords ......

seriously need to find a way to make some extra rubber money !!! i'm tired and drained now - time to eat and take a nap !

Post 2252 by cheeheese,

#2252
Put in a new YTZ14S and adjusted the gear selector down slightly.

Those Austrians went to a lot of trouble of making a battery change a job for a rocket scientist. An oil change is easier.

Post 2253 by Aphex,

#2253
Changed the rear tyre as well as the oil.

From what I've read on here having some shavings on the magnetic plug isn't to big of a deal, but when should you start being concerned? Bike has 13.5k miles on it.

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Post 2254 by jambox,

#2254
^^^No need to put in on that thick mate, you're just wasting product that way^^^

Post 2255 by dougle,

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Post 2256 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2257 by 990 WFO,

#2257
Picked it up from the shop today. Had the valves checked, throttle bodies cleaned and balanced, fuel pump rebuilt, and a new dyno tune. The bike feels awesome to ride and they definitely sorted all the problems it had collected, but the dyno results were a bit disappointing. After seeing other peoples dyno results I expected mine to be at least 130 at the rear wheel. Turns out only 112.27 rwhp and 67.81 lb-ft. Now granted, it was 90 degrees outside with 22% humidity, along with old oil and an air filter that was definitely not clean. Does this sound right, or should I be investigating my bike further to see if something else isn't 100%. My mods are listed in my sig.

Post 2258 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2258
I wouldn't worry. Dyno results can show all kinds of different figures.

Post 2259 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2261 by 990 WFO,

#2261
Left the house headed for Tunitas Creek Rd , just a total blast of a road that i have literally screamed when reaching the top of about 8 miles of tight tight (2nd gear) twisties. No cord was showing when i left and , now plenty of metal cord on the Rosso II exposed... 2,800 miles out of the rear which i feel is a pathetic amount. Gona have to give a Pilot Road 3 a go ...

otherwise bikes running great !

Post 2262 by Aphex,

#2262
I suppose so. Was just hoping for the bragging rights is all. Me and my buddy are going to hit the twisties this weekend so stay tuned for KTM 990 Super Duke vs Ducati 848 Evo!

Post 2263 by ktmguy,

#2263
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Post 2264 by JohnJJr,

#2264
New shoes in the form of Michelin Pilot 2CTs and they feel great. Love the way the bike feels and I've been slowly playing with the rebound and compression to match.

Post 2265 by NolaNomad,

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Post 2266 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2267 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2268 by dougle,

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Post 2269 by Millar,

#2269
Fitted the 41 tooth rear on the SDR. Man that is insane gearing on this beast. Had the front come up twice when it never would have on the 06 if I'm honest I'm finding the SDR a harder bike to ride on the roads than the 06. On the track it was amazing but its taking me longer than I expected to relax on the roads. Saying that I've not really has a proper ride out on it yet. Hopefully it will come.

Also modded the race bellypan to work with side stand. Will post up pics tomorrow.

Post 2270 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2270
Swapped my steel bolts in the holes left by the 2nd flies for plastic ones and chucked some sealant in there too (cheers KTM666). Fitted a stebel nautilus airhorn, man the mount on the compressor is less than useless.

Then stood around and pointed out the rust on dad's new virago.

Post 2271 by SDNerd,

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Post 2272 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2276 by 990 WFO,

#2276
Replaced punctured rear Pilot Power with nother one (got it with less than 500miles on it for $50). Added gear indicator and Mannyroads pillion handle.

Post 2277 by jambox,

#2277
Taking the bike down some twisties with a GoPro for the first time! Hoping it doesn't fall off lol

Post 2278 by Woody80,

#2278
Not done anything to mine, but saw another at my work. Spent ages driving around to find it (which I did) went to get something to write on to leave them a message, just to see it leaving through the camp gates!

I'm sure I'll see it again to leave a note on it (I saw it outside a Barrack Block, so guessing that is where the owner resides).

Post 2279 by 990 WFO,

#2279
Going to put the FMF cans back on. Can't ride it in public sounding like this

Post 2280 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2280
Well my horsepower worries were put to rest. Last night me and my bud went for a cruise and ended up lining up on the highway. 6th gear pulls were definitely mine, and even in 5th we were neck and neck with the SD slowly inching away. Proud of my bike and how far its come. Starting off as a 112 bhp machine and now going toe-to-toe with a 140 horsepower Ducati super-sport. Owned it for 2.5 years with no thoughts of trading up in sight. I bleed orange

Post 2281 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2282 by Millar,

#2282
So i change my own tyres ..... and have often felt short handed with those little tyre irons that came with the rubber rim protector kit ... so bought this Big Bertha iron with the awesome wide spoon on the end and a great beefy handle to knock someone in the noggin if i get jumped in my shed ( ok that's not funny )...

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Now i just gota wait for the Pilot Road 3 trick look'n little rear tyre to show up --- expect by Tuesday from Rev-zilla . I ordered a tyre from them once for my Honda Ascot it was delivered the very next day .... amazed and stunned i was at that i had to drop everything and run right out and mount the thing to the rim ......

cheers

OH ! the ever present inspector general Bubba the dog on duty as usual .....

Post 2283 by turnip,

#2283
Mine has recently been drinking it's coolant. Although there was no real emulsification visible, looking at the filter it's obvious the water pump seal has gone.
That's two bloody kits I need to buy, as my Adv has gone as well!
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Post 2284 by MADDOG53,

#2284
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Post 2285 by KTM666,

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Post 2286 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2286
Just bought a set of motion pro "tar arns". Dual use. They are made to un-seat the tyre from the tyre rim bead, plus the typical tyre iron pry bar . Got this really for my KTM 950 Adventure and will pack it along for the ride. Need to change tyres this week so will give them a go. Sure is a lot smaller than my wall mounted bead breaker.

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/art ... tire_tool/

Got to kiss the top of my wind screen on my 950 also this last weekend. Front end washed out on a wet real dirt bike trail. Nursing a bum leg so took the big dog to the meet to help out with the course, and stay of the real dirt bike to let the leg heal. The pull for single track was too much to resist and got sucked in. Wrong bike, wrong trail, wrong worn front tyre.
Wham! Wind screen right thru the opening of my helment. Big wet kiss.

Post 2287 by SDNerd,

#2287
Sunday we did 250 miles around North Devon Finest roads .....Ideal day, sun great roads & no cars

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Post 2288 by 990 WFO,

#2288
Sorted the race belly pan out on Sunday so it works with side stand. Had to space the side stand out a bit with washers. Moved the mount point further to the rear and reinforced that mount and the opposite side with 3 extra layers of fiberglass. All seems good and no problems on ride out after. Still waiting for the rest of the graphics to arrive from the printers. Hopefully here for the weekend.

Also adjusted the throttle cables and the snatch has all but gone. Much more ridable now at slow speeds. DId the zip tie mod to the throttle cam as well to speed it up. A mix of araldite and plastic weld with soldering iron. Feels really good.





Post 2289 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 2290 by MADDOG53,

#2290
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Post 2291 by KTM666,

#2291
He has an 848 Evo. If you look back a few posts I had a "disappointing" dyno run based on the mods I have. Wasn't a big deal but when I lined up against his Ducati I was reassured that my bike wasn't running badly or anything. And yes I'll have to pick up those bandages, wondering if the orange and white mixture will turn yellow?

Post 2292 by fuel,

#2292



Swapped out the Ducati Monsters for Renthals.

Post 2293 by JohnJJr,

#2293
Rolled 20,000 km's.

Post 2294 by weeksy,

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Post 2295 by weeksy,

#2295
did the click brrrrrr thing , hoping its just a loose battery connection ,as i fitted a new motobatt a few weeks ago

but its probably the reg rect ,as i only spent £42 quid on a battery ,clearly not enough for the orange bastard

Post 2296 by fazer_1000,

#2296
Bastard thing
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Guess the regulators gone tits up

I fooking hate you
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Post 2297 by JohnJJr,

#2297
WTF!

Post 2298 by weeksy,

#2298
I guess it's cooked the battery , it is actually a lot worse than the pics show

Fix it and flog it



Mike

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Post 2301 by No. 47,

#2301
Bike is currently sitting on paddock stands with the wheels in the car... it's off for new rubber for the upcoming ventures

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Post 2302 by KTM666,

#2302
Dismount my fooking tacho because the rpm "aiguille" was touching the glass when the bike was parked in the sun...

Probably metal axis was expanding with heat...

When the thing touch it refuse to turn... So I pushed it away threw the glass but I little bit to much so it was touching printed part and didn't turn at all...

Had to Dismount front almost completely because I dropped à screw under the headlight while re mounting and can not access it with my hand...

Anyway open the tacho and pulled on "aiguille" center very gently to space it 1 mm from printed part...

Everything turn fine now even after a sunny afternoon

Post 2303 by bic_bicknell,

#2303
I have put my first ever fork rebuild back together (and done the second one in under an hour) new seals wipers bushings o-rings and juice, can't wait to set them up. Back bled the front brake though it's spongier than the clutch at the moment, i'll go for a second round tomorrow.

I was about to balance the throttle bodies and switch off 2nd TPS when i had a non starter, battery is fully charged, been on a charge-discharge cycle for a few days now but no life at all, no alarm LED no ignition no nothing, apart from ~12v across the terminals. I suspect a dead starter relay from what i can make of the wiring diagrams, If anyone knows or has the belly pan off and can do a continuity test from battery + to either of the main fuse terminals i would greatly appreciate it (should be connected but mine seems to be disconnected).

I will catch some of this UK sun if it kills me

Post 2304 by weeksy,

#2304
'Fixed' it three times on the ride home - dodgy battery/relay wiring/connectors again.

Post 2305 by Davo-Singapore,

#2305
I have new HD battery sat here waiting if you are interested.......PM me

Post 2306 by tuciz,

#2306
Cleaned my chain, back wheel and swingarm in advance of going camping tomorrow night. New stand means that I get to see muck from the winter that I don't often get to see. Like the chain lube built up round the sidestand bolt. OMG!

Post 2307 by nampus,

#2307
that's the before pic not the after isn't it ?

Post 2308 by JohnJJr,

#2308
[quote="bic_bicknell"]Cleaned my chain, back wheel and swingarm in advance of going camping tomorrow night. New stand means that I get to see muck from the winter that I don't often get to see. Like the chain lube built up round the sidestand bolt. OMG!

Talking of chain lube..... I just trackdayed a new Tsubaki and am wondering just how long (miles) I can continue to put off until putting goop all over its golden goodness....

Post 2309 by Nathan990,

#2309
few days ago, but anyway nice feeling
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Post 2310 by KTM666,

#2310
Pulled a screw out of the rear tyre


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Put a plug in it. Hope it'll last just as the one in the previous rear tyre did

Post 2311 by lawman,

#2311
went out to scrub this new tyre in yesterday --- there's a road called Sharps Park Rd up where i live - it's a awesome twisty with 70mph + go to the edge of tyre turns on it. So up and down a few times and last time on the way down i'm in a hard right at about 65mph or so and a CHP on bike is coming down the other way ..... His neck just about pops out of it's socket as soon as he sees me ---- Then i've never seen a neck stretch so long as he was trying to see my whole bike over the cement waist high divider on this 4 lane awesome road .... And as we passed each other i thought he was part owl cause that long stretched out neck was revolving as i went by - ROFLMAO --------

now i knew there's no way for him to turn around and come get me till he got to the top of the hill ( bout half mile or so more ) cause of that cement divider .. So i jumped on it even more and got to bottom of hill and made a right then a left and pulled into a condo complex to stash the bike for a few minutes..... Never saw the copper again.......

did more riding today

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Post 2312 by fuel,

#2312
I put mine on our wedding cake

"She's handing me tools"

Post 2313 by Superdan,

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Post 2314 by fazer_1000,

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Post 2315 by nampus,

#2315
I'll be fitting this......

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Post 2316 by fuel,

#2316
It is a fuel pump rebuild and filter kit, this is what the old filter looked like

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Lost me half a day at Oulton on Tuesday

Post 2317 by CEREC1,

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Post 2318 by fuel,

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Post 2319 by dougle,

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Post 2320 by lawman,

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Post 2321 by Blackduke77,

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Post 2322 by dougle,

#2322
How much are the fuel filter refurb kits approximately?
The paper filter looks in a real poor state, polluting the fuel more than the fuel itself by the look of it!

Post 2323 by No. 47,

#2323
Gave the beast a wash while I decide whether or not to put it up for sale.

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Post 2324 by dougle,

#2324
I've put the beast back together finally! out for a blast tomorrow i reckon, can't wait, it's going to be like a new bike with fork service and SAS out and 2nd flies removed.

Diagnosed my dead bike problem as a corroded starter relay, new one in the post. I might try to make a cover for the connectors on the battery cover to stop it happening again.
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Hooked it up to tuneecu, took a backup and turned off 2nd throttle sensor, went smoothly, great bit of kit.

Post 2325 by stalker,

#2325
Starter relay should have a cover - my recent problems were down to a starter relay soaked in oil and grime though.

Post 2326 by Superdan,

#2326
More of a cover, over the whole lot, i'm always having to ungrit the connectors down there. The starter relay cover is next to useless too.

Post 2327 by dougle,

#2327
Seriously thinking about offing mine
Harbour ,splosh ,hello insurance company
Ring ring ,hello aprillia dealers ,I have money ....

Post 2328 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2328
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Post 2329 by stalker,

#2329
Hmmm
Some nice nsr250's on the bay ......

Post 2330 by nampus,

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Post 2331 by Superdan,

#2331
Took it for a test ride and was impressed with SAS and flies off, very smooth, picks up well too, feels like it's always on the boil waiting to go.

Tried my new boots out and not impressed, too bulky, gonna adjust the pegs a bit and give them a second chance. beautiful day.

Post 2332 by stalker,

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Post 2333 by stalker,

#2333
ban him klinck ! ban him

Post 2334 by Reb,

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Post 2335 by jambox,

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Post 2336 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2337 by PBRnr,

#2337
Well wish i could say this isn't necessary , did manage to take it for about half hour ride before this take down - Heated up oil for the drain ...... excuses excuses.
Bike sucked up two overflow tanks before the tear down - the oil looked clean of any water . the filter i couldn't tell if any water there either .. I have the basic breather MOD and there was some white scunge collecting in the drain tube ( clear tube ) ... And i found a tiny bit of condensation formed on the inside of the clutch cover but not much .... there might be a little under the valve covers but don't think i'm going to worry .....

From what i'm reading i should be able to buy the '09 water pump kit and install in my '07 providing i get the '09 cover for the water pump...

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Was not able to get the impeller off the shaft just yet . Anxious to see what the shaft looks like at the seal connection ... At this point bike has just turned 27k on the clock this is the first waterpump repair. Bike was starting to do the "Clackity Clack" once in a while. Bike shop open tomorrow i can order parts ... Magnetic drain plugs had very very little ----- VERY LITTLE metal collected to them ... Been running Rotella or Amsoil since about 12,000 miles till now - means 15,000 miles ...........
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Post 2338 by weeksy,

#2338
Took out secondary flies and shaft, installed a G2 quick(er) turn cam and wow what a difference! Probably the most noticeable mod I've made to the bike....
Oh and also fell over in the driveway forgetting to put the side stand back down...priceless

Post 2339 by soarsore,

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Post 2340 by Willh,

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Post 2341 by JohnJJr,

#2341
"Just bought a set of motion pro "tar arns". Dual use. They are made to un-seat the tyre from the tyre rim bead, plus the typical tyre iron pry bar . Got this really for my KTM 950 Adventure and will pack it along for the ride. Need to change tyres this week so will give them a go. Sure is a lot smaller than my wall mounted bead breaker.

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/art ... tire_tool/"

A little feedback about the tyre pry bars. I tried them on my 950 KTM Adventure last night. Someone else might be able to make them work on the 950 rear tyre, and maybe I can learn, but last night on the rear....nope! Front tyre was another story. Really worked great.
So, tonight my rim will meet the die grinder
The trick is to remove the tyre bead on both sides of the rim for about 6-8 inches. You do it opposite the valve stem hole so you know where to start breaking the bead. Don't feel real good about this but my bud was stuck 2 times for 2 days because of a rear flat and his 950. Buzzzzzzzzzzzzitt


Will give um a go (tar arns) on the SD street tyres..front is about gone, and report back.

Post 2342 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2343 by SPEIRMOOR,

#2343
starting to button it all back up with the new water pump. I can't blame Scuderia in SF. but the '09 wp cover already had a stripped hole in it for one of the two screws that hold the metal plate on for the metal tube going into the front of the water pump cover. Fortunately that hole is DEEP and the stock screw is a short short son of a gun. So simply putting a longer screw in will fix no problem -- the stock screw only bites into the threads by 3/16 ths or so , there's an extra half inch of threads in that hole before screws will bottom out. WHEW - dodged that bullet .......

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Post 2344 by weeksy,

#2344
Here's the '07 blown waterpump shaft . you can see the deep grooves worn into it after 27 thousand miles.
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Post 2345 by ozarkhomie,

#2345
Black 2 white changeover,RC8 throttle,RG barends,mirror removal and mirror clamp switch.

Post 2346 by JohnJJr,

#2346
NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIICCCCE

Post 2347 by JohnJJr,

#2347
Yes it is...the levers really set it off!!

Post 2348 by JohnJJr,

#2348
"http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.p ... 67&page=57 check out post 854 page 57... Might help but big safety bead ridge. Give it a try.

Edit. Side stand method will work. Used to use my norton sidestand to break the bead on my rear Baer 5" rim with big bead ridge. Vids on utube for bead breaking ktm 950."

Thanks for that Willh. Notice he was working on the front tyre. That is night and day difference with the rear tyre. I will give the big tyre irons a try next tyre change. I have the same tyre irons as shown in the #854 post. I needed more travel to break the bead. The big tyre iron just might have the travel I need.

Chickened out last night with the die grinder and removing the safety bead. Its called a safety bead for a reason.

Last flat I had in the woods this we broke the bead with the side stand method and it works great. We did have another KTM Adventure along and use it instead of the one with the tyre off. I did see the video how to rope the center stand to the front wheel to keep the center stand from folding. That's my plan now to break the bead, with the side stand. Bought an air compressor and will carry some CO2 rounds to help reseat the bead. Last time the compressor was not e-nuf to set the bead so I rode it out to a gas station for extra air.
Going to the BMW rally in John Day this Friday, so lot's of last min prep work. Made my own luggage system. Long and narrow. Will post some photos.
Thanks Willh for the info. We think alike.

Post 2349 by algunn,

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Post 2350 by JohnJJr,

#2350
I have been getting most of my flats away from my garden shed.

Some times I do make it home before I notice the flat, or wake up next day to be greeted to a flat.

Sorry, door was open.

I have a home made bead breaker that pivots off the wall. I will have to say that small area of the side stand really work great.

Post 2351 by algunn,

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Post 2352 by robjederuiter,

#2352
finished buttoning up the water pump upgrade. Corrosion on the clutch cover warranted a good sanding to remove that electrolysis crap ruining the paint there. Put a good wet coat of self etching primer and a couple coats of textured metallic black over that. Installed new oil filter / cleaned the little flat oil screen - got some new engine bolts ( Jonez'n real bad for a new engine bolt kit ) - now just need to get fluids back in bike ( Oil and coolant ) and give it the fire in the hole treatment ....... Going back to Amsoil this time ( Think i'll stick with it too ) -

My little pitbull Bubba got run over by a fooking SUV saturday .. so the inspector general of KTM repairs is in heaven now . I want to tell you this dog was a champion , the SUV ran directly over Bubba's chest at about 2 miles per hour. I saw Bubba's face when it happened ..... He didn't whimper or piss himself as he was getting run over - he fooking ROARED like a warrior in battle , then came running up to me and just lied down put his face on the ground and embraced the moment with heart .. He was special and very beautiful ...... RIP Bubba ...

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Post 2353 by JohnJJr,

#2353
Thnx for the mentions on Bubba.

anyway .

finished buttoning up the water pump upgrade - poured in almost 4 quarts of 20-50 Amsoil - topped off the coolant and added a turn to the rear preload nut - and a tweak here and there for compression up front and took the bike out for a spin. All is well .......

so , weekend's almost here.

ciao

Post 2354 by boney95,

#2354
Sorry for Bubba man. That's rough... I've lost my mother and father (was really young when my dad passed), I think I'll be more hurt when my right hand Black Lab goes... He's 10 years old now, so I only have 3-5 years left with him. Damn that's going to be a shitty day...

Post 2355 by KTM666,

#2355
Gutted for you ....speaks volumes that Bubba headed straight to you

Post 2356 by fazer_1000,

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Post 2357 by steeeve66,

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Post 2358 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#2358
Installed Rottweiler Airbox and SAS blockoff plates. Cleaned up the valves and everything. Resync'ed the throttle bodies. Remapped the ECU. Changed fork oil. New spark plugs. Changed engine oil. Changed break and clutch fluids. The bike rides completely different. It's too smooth now. I have to re-learn everything.

Post 2359 by Jermo,

#2359
Just filled her up with 98ron. And going for a ride on a sunny day.

Happy days

Post 2360 by Exitman,

#2360
I'm sorry to hear about bubba

Post 2361 by weeksy,

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Post 2362 by Sabre,

#2362
Been looking for a brembo master cylinder / mirror clamp, they're £45 at brembo though, soi been looking for a pattern one for ages!

Risked one join eBay for £7 posted and it fits like a dream! So I now have both mirrors for Spa/germany next week!

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Post 2363 by Aphex,

#2363
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My little pitbull Bubba got run over by a fooking SUV saturday .. so the inspector general of KTM repairs is in heaven now . I want to tell you this dog was a champion , the SUV ran directly over Bubba's chest at about 2 miles per hour. I saw Bubba's face when it happened ..... He didn't whimper or piss himself as he was getting run over - he fooking ROARED like a warrior in battle , then came running up to me and just lied down put his face on the ground and embraced the moment with heart .. He was special and very beautiful ...... RIP Bubba ...
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That truly is shit news,i feel your pain mate keep ya chin up ......RIP Bubba

Post 2364 by JohnJJr,

#2364
Had a nice 400 mile round trip to Palomar Mountain: Image

Was stuck behind a truck on the exit ramp of the 5 freeway. He dumped some plastic sheeting, I got on the brakes but not soon enough as my front tyre got on top of one of the sheets and I instantly lost the front and went down around 40mph. Sliders took 99% of the damage they are worth every damn penny. Link since the pic is huge:

Post 2365 by Aphex,

#2365
Hope your ok Aphex. Damn good job the sliders did.

Post 2366 by lmario,

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Post 2367 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2368 by SPEIRMOOR,

#2368
So ,tonight I hooked up the old battery , my charger /jump starter and a digi volt meter
So it fires up after a few goes and it's chucking out 19 volts

So reg rects fooked

It's in the naughty corner next to the remains of an lc that rodded it's cases
Can stay there for a while longer

Gonna get the Mille on the road


Mike

Post 2369 by CEREC1,

#2369
First I testfitted my DIY softbag rack.
Made it from a Krauser K1 rack and some inox nuts and bolts. I can fit it or remove it in less then 5 minutes.
Total cost less than 20 euro, fits like a glove and looks like it is designed for my SD.
(And I just realised I did not take any pictures before removing it.....pictures will follow, sorry)

After that I changed my 38 rearsprocket for a 41 teeth version.

So with those softbags on the back and the 16/41 ratio my front tyre will last forever..

Post 2370 by arrvenn,

#2370
Fitted my (new to me) COX rad guard.

Gotta love COX?

Post 2371 by fazer_1000,

#2371
after blowing a master link the other day by accidental speed shift i've pulled the rear wheel / removed the ever so slightly buggered sprocket ( was starting to show wear anyway ) and cleaned things up back there getting ready for the new stuff.

Ordered DID 525 Pro Street chain and Super Sprox 41T rear sprocket. I'm guessing the supersprox is as good as any with it's metal ringed teeth on an aluminium carrier. Can't say it's going to save much weight because the stock all metal sprocket is pretty light as it is.... Anxious to try out the one tooth bigger gearing ----- Going from 16-40 to 16-41 Hope i never have to buy a cheap master link again.

Post 2372 by omky756,

#2372
Had the R&G barends machined to accept the CRG lanesplitters.

Post 2373 by justfleming22,

#2373
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Post 2374 by omky756,

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Post 2375 by jambox,

#2375
Off to go pick it up for my only ride of the season/year.....

It's been torture seeing all the bikers on the roads!


Oh, and Happy Armed Forces Day to all those serving.

Post 2376 by weeksy,

#2376
Polished it a bit
Blatted about on it a bit

Not broke down again , yet

Let my mate wull have a shot on it
Came back white and shaking
"Whadya think ? "
It's fooking horrible ,he says


LOL

Post 2377 by fazer_1000,

#2377
Does what happened to me SuperDick Saturday count?

After riding my KTM 950 to the dry part of the state to camp out at the Fort Rock Dual Sport ride, I finished two ice cold beers before changing out of riding gear. It was hot in the upper 90's and so was I.

So I have the riding shorts that have the little access flap for drainage, if you get my drift. Well, it was not covering every thing as I unzipped my riding pants with the big plastic zipper.

I am here to tell you I thought I was going to pass out with the pain. FOOOKKKKKKKKK.....OK OK stay calm....Right...FOOOKKKKK

Should I pull up? Down ?? Can't see WTF......OK OK go back up.........YES.....SOB that smarts...

That pecker head was tough, did not draw blood......what a panic attack

Post 2378 by jambox,

#2378
Sold it.

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Post 2381 by Diamonddog,

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Post 2384 by JohnJJr,

#2384
"Sold it"

R1 eh? Hanging with the fast guys?

Better get you protection gear up to snuff and stay current on your track classes.

Got my SD to slow me down for street use, but then I am 60 plus and earned it.

Cops take your bike, plus a fine and possible clink time in my neck of the woods for riding over the ton, where the R1 wants to play.

Have fun on that IL4 and watch where you point that thing.

Later.

Post 2385 by bic_bicknell,

#2385
set the SD ready for the Sardinia trip with my girlfriend:
- german vario passenger pegs lowering kit
- home made side bags spacers, starting from givi t129 for MT03... a lot of work

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Post 2386 by fazer_1000,

#2386
Got the fuel light on at 56 miles today

fooking thing gets worse

Post 2387 by Diamonddog,

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Post 2388 by Tony the Tiger,

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Post 2389 by Superdan,

#2389
Got a sprocket in the mail today . -------- 41 T oh gawd it's gona be fun ......... and a new chain sitting on the table .....
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Post 2390 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2391 by Tony the Tiger,

#2391
I'll ask the question for you CK and let you know

Post 2392 by No. 47,

#2392
I sent Linga a .pdf with dimensions - did I not send it you you also?

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Post 2394 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 2400 by JohnJJr,

#2400
Got my new 41T rear sprocket and DID chain installed --------- gona go try that shiat out !

Post 2401 by jambox,

#2401
Saw it for the last time this year

Post 2402 by nampus,

#2402
Adjusted the chain, of to the bikers classics at spa this weekend

Post 2403 by Tony the Tiger,

#2403
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Post 2404 by JohnJJr,

#2404
5 hours on the bike today; nothing extreme, just a nice ride followed by some ramps to have fun on.

Then bled the brakes and clutch and flushed new fluid into them. Gotta love a Mity-Vac.

Post 2405 by ozarkhomie,

#2405
Been ridin the new 41T rear sprocket after running a 40 for 20K miles. Freek'n awesome ! Bike never ran so easily up to 130mph - and hold that front end down in second gear it'll jump up like a mad dog !! I'm liking it - gona try it out on a run out to Alices Restaurant tomorrow for some twisties - i'm feeling it's gona be perfectly suited for where i ride mostly ...

used to be 5,000rpm = 75 mph , now it's 5,000 for about 72mph , no big deal but can surely feel it in acceleration through the gears.

Late !

Post 2406 by menNOMADS,

#2406
Today I added a flasher module to flash the rear brake light when using the brake.I installed the module onto the stock brake light setup and it works great with the factory incandescent bulb. I have ordered an lED bulb to replace the incandescent in order to brighten things up as much as possible. I ordered the module from eBay after a friend recommended it. The item number is 261064714821
Check it out, seems like a great budget option to increase safety.
Not my review but shows it in action \.
http://youtu.be/iB9J7nEe7oQ

Post 2407 by menNOMADS,

#2407
Received a Drift HD camera yesterday...now I need to find a good place to mount it!!
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Post 2408 by menNOMADS,

#2408
Replaced the exhaust graphite seal. Do you think it needed replacement?
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Unfortunately I also found a crack in the exhaust piping. Now have to find somebody that can weld it. Hopefully it can be welded ...

Post 2409 by dougle,

#2409
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Post 2410 by 81forest,

#2410
Got my first real ride on the new-to-me SD today, love it! Spent a few minutes putting the suspension settings back to the standard range and the front end is vastly improved. I finally see what everyone is talking about with the sensitive throttle. Really encourages you to smoothly accelerate through the whole corner, because god forbid if you need to adjust your throttle mid-turn!! Scared myself a few times before I got used to it... I'm hoping that a new FI map will help that issue.

Didn't get enough yesterday, going out for a few hours this afternoon as well! Hope everyone is enjoying their bikes this weekend.
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Post 2411 by JohnJJr,

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Post 2412 by Fendt,

#2412
[quote="JohnJJr"]anyone know what tyres these are and if any good ???

cheers

Look like Pirelli race rains. Good on the racetrack if wet. Not street legal.

Post 2413 by MADDOG53,

#2413
Removed some orange,,,,,replaced with black,,,,,,,,,

Post 2414 by bic_bicknell,

#2414
81forest...

Is that an LSL headlight on your SD? I'm interested in getting some brackets and those look about the right size I'm after.

bic

Post 2415 by dougle,

#2415
I literally ripped my alarm out from under the seat this morning and put the ignition and starter wires back to normal. My bike is back in action.

Post 2416 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2416
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Post 2417 by dougle,

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Post 2418 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2418
Wow I wouldn't fancy taking that job on. Did you get your hands on the installation PDF? Someone emailed it to me as I had the S4 fitted on my old SD and it was 5 years old and I feared it might start going wrong.

Post 2419 by dougle,

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Post 2420 by dougle,

#2420
The best bit was, i left the hostel and the usual guys asked if i wanted to fook their sister for ~£1.70 when i got to my bike a guy came up to me doing the international hand signal (i thought) for wank and then money so i said no and he got real pushy, so i put the seat back on the bike and walked off for a few mins, but he starts following me acting like he wanted a bribe, lots of arguing and turns out he was just a parking guy and wanted me to move the bike over a few yards else he'd ticket me, oh the bilingual lols when i got google translate out.

Post 2421 by lmario,

#2421
I finally installed my DIY luggage rack. It is based on a Krauser K1(or was it K2?) rack I bought for 15Euro.
Not suited for panniers, but perfect for my softbags.
On or off the bike within 5 minutes using the footpegs and the (modified)exhaust assembly.
Warning: big pictures...

Without bags:
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With the bags:
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From above:
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From behind:
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Post 2422 by ktmguy,

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Post 2423 by Exitman,

#2423
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Bought these recently and had them modified to suit the SDR; shortened by 4" and modified Y-Pipe to fit. Was looking forward to fitting them this weekend but have had to jump on a plane back to the UK. Will assemble next week and post pictures of my, nearly complete, SDR.

Post 2424 by lmario,

#2424
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Post 2425 by steeeve66,

#2425
MOT'd at Urals opp Brands Hatch (where they're getting warmed up for BSB). The legend Neil said my SD looked like it had only done 4 or 5k rather than 22k. Very nice Triumph custom from Spirit of the Seventies, riden by the company's owner, turned up as well where he told me he was in the process of modding an SD - note to self: must pay them a visit to see it...

Post 2426 by nampus,

#2426
Went for a hoon about with a couple of mates
A real mix of machinery

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Good fun tho

Post 2427 by nampus,

#2427
That's quite a mixed ensemble indeed.
You don't see those tzr 250's a lot, especially the 3xv, beautiful machines!

Post 2428 by Aphex,

#2428
Yup that's wulls bike , the one in practical sportsbike a few months ago
He's not precious about it thrashes the tits of it , and lets his mates do the same
The big beemers a bit like a 600 , a gazillion revs , you only really need second gear , don't seem to have the torque
Of an SD ,so out of corners the SD takes off and over the ton the Beemer comes past at a hell of a lick
The little tzr is always there on the twisty roads tho , and such a hoot to ride , tho I got cramp on it

Post 2429 by Davo-Singapore,

#2429
Removed secondaries and all the associated bits today. Also put on CPR Rottweiler and got rid of the air box and, while I was digging around in there I changed the spark plugs. Remapped with TuneEcu to one of the maps posted on here. Switched off all the extra things SAi, 2nd throttle, exhaust O2 things and EPC.

Post 2430 by charger,

#2430
Oh nothing much......just picked it up

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Post 2431 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2434 by Exitman,

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Post 2435 by nampus,

#2435
Almost done with my SDR:
- OZ Forged ally wheels
- Shorai Battery
- Akra Carbon parts
- Hacked down Akra pipes (not the typical ones for SDR)
- New tyres
- Rizoma bars and mirrors
- Integrated taillight/indicators
- ASV shorty levers (though I think I'm going to get the Berringers)

Next up is:
- carbon belly pan from Replicast
- a damn good clean

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Post 2436 by Hitmike,

#2436
Very nice looking bike exitman! Beautiful wheels and I really like the exhausts. Did they need a lot of work to get them to fit?

Post 2437 by Exitman,

#2437
Looks incredible Nuri. Great job!!

Post 2438 by Exitman,

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Post 2441 by Jermo,

#2441
Ordered a set of Dunlop Q3's...this rear Bridgestone S20 only lasted 1250 miles. Was very pleased with the performance of the S20, but
wanna try the new Q3 for a direct comparison of the different companies latest and greatest....and hope of better longevity.
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Post 2442 by jmann,

#2442
I was busy making my bike ready for a week in the Ardennen including a track day on Spa Francorchamps and the Nurburgring

Old brembo pads were shot (discovered this in time, luckily since all the blocks had <1mm left) so I replaced them last weekend with CL XBK5 pads I was happy with on my previous bike:

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Today I started out synchronizing the throttle bodies. 350 against 420 hPa before I started 'screwing around' and only a 2 hPa difference when I decided they were set up right. after closing the box and lowering the tank it was around 5 hPa which I think is fine. I did notice the rear RC8 stack came loose and was lying on top of the body so that might explain the weird throttle with low input and the inconstant power output. Modified it slightly and used a screwdriver and hammer to tighten it extra good.

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Since my rear tyre was beginning to show the steel threads I went out to shop for a front stand (I wanted one for under the head) but couldn't find one so I decided to burrow a normal one from a friend. He told me his set of stands were up for sale since his new Ohlins S1000RR fork didn't fit the front stand anymore so I bought his LighTech stands for only 80 euros

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As a last 'tune' I decided I want a layout of every track I've ridden on my swing arm and I had a Nurburgring sticker from last year. Didn't get the one from Spa so will buy it this time. After this I dialed in my suspension settings from last year at Spa that worked great on the road to and bled my forks.

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Next up: mount the slightly used set of Racetec Interact K2 I've got in the back of my car for the last month or so and change the F/L values a little with TuneECU.

Post 2443 by Jermo,

#2443
Jermo. Your image links are broken. I think you are using a private dropbox.

Post 2444 by Davo-Singapore,

#2444
Fixed it but the images seem a bit large

Post 2445 by SuperHoon,

#2445
Finally got my rearset adjusters anodised. They came from A&L raw coz I was in a hurry. Couldn't get bright orange plate here but since this will be the only bling I'll have, it's good enough.

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Post 2446 by hebgeb,

#2446
Fitted my new (to me) quickshifter i got from digbyn from here, first time I've ever had a quickshifter on any of my bikes, so good!!

And i got a letter in the mail saying that I've been promoted to a b grade road racer

Today was a good day

Post 2447 by SuperHoon,

#2447
Installed a new Oberon clutch slave cos the OEM shat itself on the way home from 5 days in the Vic Alpine region.

Post 2448 by hebgeb,

#2448
Hope you bought the mount plate as well
I need one of these for me priller
Mike

Post 2449 by hebgeb,

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Post 2451 by wacky_woodchuck,

#2451
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Post 2452 by BassAgent,

#2452
I got a traffic ticket on it on the way home from work

Post 2453 by Exitman,

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Post 2455 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2456 by Woody80,

#2456
Yoshimura!!!!

Post 2457 by Jermo,

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Post 2458 by Willh,

#2458
New Chickin'Strips to eat up, with fresh oil and filter.

Post 2459 by bic_bicknell,

#2459
Fur ball,,, I think you should take all that stuff off and send it to Adam to replicate it all in carbon

Post 2460 by dougle,

#2460
I will drop him a line to see if he bites.

Post 2461 by blb,

#2461
Copy of e-mail I sent.

Adam,

I have be posting some photos of my SuperDuke on the Superduke.net site with some of your CF and maybe a one off race fairing from HotBodies that I bought off E-bay.
There has been some inquires of the fairing and suggestions I send it off to you so you could make some in CF.
Looks like big money to me but there are others out there with deep pockets.
I made my own headlight / fairing mount and one is need to mount the fairing, which I could make.
Before I go into too much more detail, what is your hip shot response if you want to add this fairing to your line of wares to sell.

I am very happy with your CF I installed on my bike.

Cheers,
DougFir on SuperDuke.net

Post 2462 by charger,

#2462
Ordered HEL brake lines and a reservoir kit to fit my newly acquired Brembo RCS master cylinder. Both despatched same day as well!

Want to sort the brakes out with more feel and bite ahead of Crashfest Part Deux in Almeria! Recommendations on brake pads?

Post 2463 by Diamonddog,

#2463
I rode the sh*t out of it on the Nurburgring yesterday, first lap alone (big long wheelie at the start since it's a SD) and second with my girlfriend on the duo seat.
Almost kneedowned with her on the back, she absolutely loved it!

Post 2464 by lmario,

#2464
Ordered antigravity battery, Oberon slave and plate, and new MT60 front tyre. Also have it's new home under way.
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Post 2465 by Bigmeanie11,

#2465
I tried out my new chain breaker by fitting a new chain. Great tool from ebay. Cost me £18 as opposed to £65 from Oxford or hundreds from other sources.

Post 2466 by The Gin Reaper,

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Post 2467 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2467
Valve clearance on the rear cylinder, all in spec. Reason I was in there was to over torque the rear cylinder down to try and cure the oil weep from base gasket. Can't believe the SDR is doing it with only 14k on it Slackened off the nuts and then torqued them up to 45nm, 7nm over standard. Cylinder only weeps when spanked on track so I will find out next weekend if its cured the problem.

Post 2468 by arrvenn,

#2468
installed some pipes, uploaded a new map, changed the oil, Shoved a marble between the SAS valve & airbox, then took it for a 450km fang.

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Post 2469 by Davo-Singapore,

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Post 2470 by jambox,

#2470
Sorted and oil, filter, brake and clutch fluid change. Going to wash it later and polish it up. The old girl is getting on a bit, and could use some tlc. Been rummaging through the web looking for bolt kits to replace some of more ratty looking ones. It's either that or spend ages with a dremel and ACF50 at the ready. Anyone used pro-bolt (UK) before btw?

Post 2471 by arrvenn,

#2471
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Post 2472 by soarsore,

#2472
shock came back from rebuild at mct installed and ready for my next td hopefully 24th aug

Post 2473 by ozarkhomie,

#2473
Yep exactly right Jambox,
I've got some SAS blockoff plates sitting on my desk courtesy of Millar, but didnt have the time before the ride to install them properly and remove the whole ugly SAS assembly.
During the re-map i'd turned the SAS option off, but didnt block the plates, so it backfired & farted around like krakatoa on a bad day.
A bit of research on these forums lead me to the "marble trick" which involves the technical shoving of a marble into the SAS valve inlet hose & voila, problem temporarily solved!

Post 2474 by kenscottphoto,

#2474
After months of being neglected in the back of the garage as the 350 got all the attention I got the SD out today. It has been too long, felt like a truck. Until I cracked the throttle that is...damn. Great to be back on it!

Post 2475 by kenscottphoto,

#2475
Well...Finally decided to check the suspension settings after wearing out a new S20 in 1250 miles (Nitrogen @ 34psi) & before installing the new Q3's. Other than a smooth front edge and raised rear edge on side sipes, the tyre has a beautiful even grain wear pattern. The BT016's that I took off had the same wear patterns. Bike seemed stiff, but having read all the comments about the R being that way, it didn't really bother me. Bike tracked very well, no wandering or sliding and didn't kick me in the pants. As I'm an old lard arse anyway, it seemed fine for my pace/style. After checking the settings by returning all to zero...I can't imagine the previous 150 pound owner even riding this bike. Fork preload was 10 in and compression was 4 out...rear preload had 21mm of thread showing with zero static sag and the high speed was 2.5, the low speed was 19 & the rebound was 9. Also installing a 40t sprocket to aid hauling my fat butt out of the corners.

Settings now;
rear sag 12mm
low speed 10
high speed 2.5
rebound 10

front
preload 6
rebound 10
compression 18

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Post 2476 by Nathan990,

#2476
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Post 2477 by jmann,

#2477
Bleed Clutch, replaced silly rear brake switch located in the rear master cylinder. Bleed rear brakes, clean and lubed front calipers and bleed front brakes. Looked at the bike and fell in love all over again.

Post 2478 by nicogri,

#2478
Loaded her up with gear for the trip to Indianapolis today. Touring screen on, bags packed, snacks at hand, 7 hours of boring highway ahead.

Post 2479 by GTiR1080,

#2479
After weeks of intermittent electrical problems and spending hours on the roadside yesterday, I have found the fault! and damn it feels good!

symptoms included fast blinking indicators, dash resetting, tacho sweeping , running rough and stalling (only at the lights when idling and only when warm-hot)

Replaced the battery and regulator which didn't solve it. (now I have spare reg which may be handy later on)

Checked and cleaned every plug and earth on the whole bike!! And looked everywhere for a broken wire.

Turns out it was the plug on top of the main starter relay next to the battery, when the plug is pushed in there is nowhere for air to escape as its all sealed so the pressure would eventually work the plug out slightly which seems to have caused all the problems. Ill put a zip tie around it to keep it all the way down for piece of mind now.

Yay!

Post 2480 by No. 47,

#2480
Installed an Antigravity AG1201 battery under the seat. It only just fits with a small spacer under the seat hooks.

Post 2481 by charger,

#2481
Do you have any pics ?

Post 2482 by GTiR1080,

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Post 2483 by Jody,

#2483
Yo JMann,

"Installed an Antigravity AG1201 battery under the seat. It only just fits with a small spacer under the seat hooks."

Standard seat or Solo R seat?

You move any more of the rats nest of wires under the seat with it?

Sure would be nice to have the wires / connections / components out of harms way from the wet front wheel grit crap.

Thos new lite batterys sure open up other locations for battery mounting

Post 2484 by Willh,

#2484
Replaced front and rear cam chain tensioners with everything else in situ - front is a b*****d to get to - all good except front screw plug won't go any further than halfway - both screw plugs are fine on the rear - how can a (very) soft alloy screw plug damage the much harder casing thread?

Post 2485 by MADDOG53,

#2485
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Post 2486 by jmann,

#2486
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Post 2487 by The Gin Reaper,

#2487
Finished fitting the new chain and sprockets and the R tail........ Just needs a clean now!



Post 2488 by No. 47,

#2488
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Post 2489 by charger,

#2489
2nd Flies, shafts, motor - Out.
SAS - Out
CPR Rotweiller - In
Leo Vince exhausts - In

Now just need to wait for the stupid USB to OBD cable to turn up. Got the KTM connector cable sorted. Not going to be able to ride it until I put a richer map in.

Thanks to Linga for selling me the bits.

Post 2490 by bic_bicknell,

#2490
Levered a pair of fresh Pirelli Diablos on the rims. Installed a new mosfet regulator/rectifier and a fresh Scorpion battery. Never had a battery, especially an OE Yuasa, give me the finger in such a short period of time. As mentioned many times before the battery location and rats' nest of wiring sux big time.

Post 2491 by duffman,

#2491
Did an oil and filter change in advance of Brands Hatch on Monday.
Replaced the side-stand mounting bracket that had stripped threads.

Post 2492 by bic_bicknell,

#2492
Went for a spin, throttle cable snapped? So i had to limp home at idle speed. Fortunately i was only about 3 km from home. When i examined the cable, the inner cable were rusted through, guess in not using the bike enough .

Post 2493 by bic_bicknell,

#2493
Overshot turn 5 at thunderhill like a noob. Got control of the bike offroad and started coasting down the hill. Then when I turned to get back on track, front washed out and I fell over like an uber noob. Bent my clutch lever and got a couple more scuffs on the fairing. Turn 5 has got to be one of the most retarded track features ever. The rest of the track is awesome fast.

Post 2494 by Jody,

#2494
Here is my wipe out!

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Post 2495 by shadowman,

#2495
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Post 2496 by PBRnr,

#2496
Picked up my subframe and engine brackets after getting them powder coated satin black. They matched the SD frame perfectly, 30% gloss to 70% matt.

Post 2497 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2497
New Yoshimura system..

Post 2498 by Millar,

#2498
Fitted the subframe and engine hangers.
Silver one comes off.

Black one goes on.

Engine hangers swapped over.

Post 2499 by The Gin Reaper,

#2499
Very nice Bic.

Post 2500 by Diamonddog,

#2500
Changed the oil, swapped the headlight unit for race mask and removed the rear numberplate assembly ready for Almeria

Post 2501 by wacky_woodchuck,

#2501
Set orf in the feckin rain for a minor service...2 hours later and £173.00 lighter in the pocket and back home in the feckin rain.
Bike luverly and clean before I started and now covered in shit

Post 2502 by jmann,

#2502
What's the "back side" cover?

Post 2503 by bic_bicknell,

#2503
Put on a set of original graphite '07 Superduke decals on to keep going as I decide what to do long term. They only show in the right light as they are the same tone as the matted down carbon.

Post 2504 by wacky_woodchuck,

#2504
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Post 2505 by Diamonddog,

#2505
changed the graphite gasket in the exhaust, and finally (I hope) solved the problems with idle!

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old VS new
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Post 2506 by BassAgent,

#2506
I need to change mine as well... they definitely don't last very long lol

Post 2507 by MADDOG53,

#2507
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Post 2508 by SPEIRMOOR,

#2508
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Post 2509 by d2r,

#2509


Getting ready to add a throttle tamer as well as an orange handlebar. Just recently I added fork bleeders.





Post 2510 by d2r,

#2510
(sigh...) I just love those Akrapovic ti headers

Post 2511 by bic_bicknell,

#2511
New headlight, new tank and Yoshimura system.


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Post 2512 by jmann,

#2512
Made myself a new airbox (under $65.00 USD materials, plus my time), and put in some RC8 stacks

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Post 2513 by d2r,

#2513
2Dr.

How come you got the small breather holes in your box? I see from other thread that you also got them in the base plate. Do they bypass filter? If so why?

Looks nice job though.

Post 2514 by No. 47,

#2514
Hey jasperjdog I see you've got a transparent clutch cover. Can you answer an academic question for me that might help another member.

Can you tell me how much oil accumulates in the clutch when you turn the engine off? I assume it is just a tiny amount but it gets
splashed everywhere so it's hard to tell how much is really there. When the engine is running can you see how much oil is
flowing?

Cheers

Post 2515 by cdlabate,

#2515
Sure no problem, when it is sitting very little oil is visible in the window. Most people think I have a dry clutch, when it is running a small amount splashes on the window. The only time I have ever seen a large amount of oil in the window was when I moved from Phoenix to Portland. I had the bike on a trailer and was on some pretty bumpy roads. Some extra oil made it down into the sump and was visible in the window. It might have been half an inch of oil in the window. I hope that helps.

Post 2516 by bic_bicknell,

#2516
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Post 2517 by DribbleDuke,

#2517
Just replaced my clocks for the third time - at just over 2k miles, must be oldest SDR with lowest mileage.

Post 2518 by Exitman,

#2518
Got out for a good group ride. Can you spot the Superduke?

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Post 2519 by bic_bicknell,

#2519
Went to rent a couple movies for the wife and kids, 15km away. Was gone over 2 hours

Gotta love these Swedish backroads!

Post 2520 by Exitman,

#2520
I know the feeling. I go 'to the shop' and am gone for hours too.

Post 2521 by Exitman,

#2521
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Post 2522 by bic_bicknell,

#2522
I agree on this. The Replicast carbon is not best I have ever seen. OK, it's actually not that good at all.

If I wanted a really good gloss finish then I would have been seriously pissed off with the item I received - especially at the price they are charging. Akrapovic quality we are not talking here! There were many places where the base gel coat was not properly laid down and so there were lots of small air holes and imperfections in the surface. Also there were places where the carbon was more or less exposed without any gel coat layer. All together a bit gash for a £400+ part.

But for me - because I was matting down all the surfaces with wet and dry it was OK and everything ended up looking great. I could fill all the imperfections with black filler and make good.

But they should get their act together really. Replicast do not make the part themselves - they subcontract it. See forum post with me and Klinky going through the experience of trying to work out who the fook actually makes this part.

Post 2523 by Exitman,

#2523
Also, part of the fixings kit only works if the side stand is removed. I had to some modding to the belly pan itself and the mounting options.

Over the winter I could send the belly pan up to Adam to recreate with a higher quality finish.

Post 2524 by bic_bicknell,

#2524
Oh yes. This is the big one! If you want to keep the side stand then you have to modify the carbon profile to accommodate the side-stand and the movement it makes during operation. Not too hard but it might be for some who have not got the tools or experience to do this confidently.

Post 2525 by Exitman,

#2525
Dremmel is your friend here

Post 2526 by Exitman,

#2526
hey exitman, what mirrors are those barend mirrors on your sdr?

Post 2527 by michelangiolo,

#2527
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Post 2528 by nampus,

#2528
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Post 2529 by dougle,

#2529
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Post 2531 by hebgeb,

#2531
Finally had time to install my annitori quickshifter, can't wait to try it out, but the weather forecast for the coming weekend is a bit dodgy

Post 2532 by wizzzard,

#2532
Yesterday night i welded it to the front of a fiesta turning in front of me, i did a dukes of hazzard style bonnet slide and my mate on the back gets the points for the front flip. ouch my nuts hurt he's a large chap.

Post 2533 by SPEIRMOOR,

#2533
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Post 2534 by d2r,

#2534
Installed my new Rizoma bars, risers, grips and mirrors.







And slipped on a seat cowl I picked up on eBay.

Post 2535 by wizzzard,

#2535
sweeeeeeeeet, i love the remus cans..

Post 2536 by d2r,

#2536
Free!
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Post 2537 by MADDOG53,

#2537
Swapped out the clutch slave cylinder today. I hadn't noticed any leakage yet but had bought an upgrade from KTMTwins a while back. When I put it on today, I did notice a slight bit of weepage on the stocker. Will file it away in the pile of stock parts.

Post 2538 by d2r,

#2538
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Post 2539 by d2r,

#2539
It's a Sigutech (branded with KTMTwins).

http://www.ktmtwins.com/ktm-sigutech-bi ... e-cylinder

I haven't had a chance to ride with it yet. Yesterday was beautiful but today is pretty cold and the forecast looks like this for the foreseeable future. My riding may be done until spring. I did start it up and creep it back and forth a bit in the garage and I can't honestly say that I felt much difference in the feel.

Post 2540 by jambox,

#2540
have that one too, works fine and for me it works moother then the stock one..

Post 2541 by wizzzard,

#2541
wow that looks really naked

Post 2542 by d2r,

#2542
wow that looks awesome....did the stacks make any difference

Post 2543 by Teebaggin,

#2543
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Post 2544 by fazer_1000,

#2544
Yeah nice work, like a clean tidy back end if ya know wat I mean.

Post 2545 by BassAgent,

#2545
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Post 2546 by stalker,

#2546
I did naughty squid stuff today

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Post 2547 by ktmguy,

#2547
fair play

Post 2548 by wizzzard,

#2548
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Post 2549 by Teebaggin,

#2549
those gloves in combination with the t shirt
nice wheely anyway

Post 2550 by BassAgent,

#2550
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Post 2551 by Aphex,

#2551
Guys guys.... I have Handroids on

Post 2552 by d2r,

#2552
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Post 2553 by scamb66,

#2553
Tacked another 420 miles on the odo... and had a great burger and a pint while I was at it.

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Post 2554 by MADDOG53,

#2554
Got it a girlfriend. Nice little 390 for the bride.
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Love this last one

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Post 2555 by 81forest,

#2555
Went shopping on ebay,,,,found some good deals on new "spares",,,black gel seat,,,carbon tank panels,,,graphite exhaust ring,,,,,a few more bit's from a dealer that went belly-up,,I'm a hoarder with spare parts,wifes pissed,but what the hey ,went to talk to a guy who is going to mod my swing arm with braceing like GO-GO's and possibly make an underseat battery box,,,seemed enthusiastic about working on a SD,,,Ive seen his work over the years and it's flawless,,,,,,,,

Post 2556 by Willh,

#2556
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Post 2557 by ktmguy,

#2557
Took the duke for a spin today. Had a coffee in Oslo. Cold, but came home with a smile.ImageImage

Post 2558 by Willh,

#2558
Blew the dust off it in its new man cave.
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Post 2559 by ktmguy,

#2559
Nice man cave! Lathe too, is it a tig or a mig welder you have?

You probably try to heat your up, I try to cool mine down at the moment. 32C and humid...

Post 2560 by Willh,

#2560
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Post 2561 by ktmguy,

#2561
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Post 2562 by AGRO!,

#2562
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Post 2563 by ktmguy,

#2563
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Post 2564 by AGRO!,

#2564
Are you going to buy one Guy?
How much are they? Would be a fun bike I reckon

Post 2565 by ktmguy,

#2565
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Post 2566 by AGRO!,

#2566
I will have a look at the ktm dealer this weekend and see if they have any.
That bike would be a lot of fun but I think my next bike will be Japanese.

Post 2567 by ktmguy,

#2567
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Post 2568 by Ruprecht,

#2568
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Post 2569 by MADDOG53,

#2569
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Post 2570 by Willh,

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Post 2571 by Willh,

#2571
"Got heat in there "

Yo Will. Got a heated jacket yet? Heat yourself instead of bringing your man cave up to tropic temperature.
Been yacking with a friend about using plumbing heat tape for his lathe carriage / handles to keep them warm.

Nice digs. Hung some sheet rock this past weekend my self in my man cave.

I can getaway with heating with a small electric oil heated portable unit. It only freezes hard 2 weeks out of the year, don't even own a snow shovel.

Post 2572 by 81forest,

#2572
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Post 2573 by Willh,

#2573
Is that some kind of rigid foam or structurally insulated panel that you've got on the walls and ceiling? Looks good. I am fixing up an old garage, just wired it for 240V and will be sealing it up and insulating soon, always curious to hear about alternatives to drywall.

Post 2574 by websch,

#2574
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Post 2575 by scamb66,

#2575
" and will be sealing it up and insulating soon,"

Noticed some cheap window insulation on the ADVrider forum in a guys man cave.

Bubble wrap. It let's the light in and has better insulation factor with twin walls than a single sheet of visqueen.

Post 2576 by AGRO!,

#2576


Took her to trackday yesterday
Hot day but fun
Intermediate class was full but...

Post 2577 by AGRO!,

#2577
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Post 2578 by fazer_1000,

#2578
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Post 2579 by AGRO!,

#2579
Sounds like a great little bike Scamb

Post 2580 by fazer_1000,

#2580
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Post 2581 by SuperHoon,

#2581
Thanks fazer that vid made me laugh

Post 2582 by algunn,

#2582
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Post 2583 by MADDOG53,

#2583
broke my quickshifter apparently.

i haven't had a close look but maybe some wiring has rubbed through? it started cutting ignition randomly then just stopped functioning altogether. having the power cut to your bike halfway across a busy intersection is a bit interesting lol.

Post 2584 by scamb66,

#2584
Installed sol2 Accelerator module with thermal-couple.
Installed ASV C5 unbreakable shorty levers.
Installed R&G heated grips.

Post 2585 by DribbleDuke,

#2585
Started her up and let her warm up in the garage while I shoveled the snow on my driveway.

Post 2586 by Luxamor,

#2586
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Post 2587 by MADDOG53,

#2587
Installed Akra carbon tank panels and a black gel seat,,,so I have an orange one for sale,,

Post 2588 by Exitman,

#2588
FINALLY winterized it; new oil/filter (changed the oil sight tube while it was empty), ran the fuel system dry (so easy with the fuel quick disconnect), fogged the cylinders (so easy with the MH airbox) and put it up on stands. Now I'm thinking "powdercoating"... subframe, engine mounts, bars, controls... oh dear.

Post 2589 by Exitman,

#2589
Replaced the carbon cap which broke after a stupid fail recently and applied some very visible wheel stripes:

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Next up: sort the suspension and fabricate a shorter, even cleaner tail section.

Post 2590 by MADDOG53,

#2590
Beautiful bike!

Post 2591 by Exitman,

#2591
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Post 2592 by Corela91,

#2592
The wheel stripes look cool. That's a great idea.

Post 2593 by MADDOG53,

#2593
Like the pipes

Post 2594 by bic_bicknell,

#2594
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Post 2595 by Superdan,

#2595
Today we visited the doctor

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Post 2596 by bic_bicknell,

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Post 2597 by MADDOG53,

#2597
The last few weeks I've been spending an hour a night doing an ACF50 cleanover to get rid of the last few months road grime and salt. The bike has never been so clean. Great therapy and a chance to have a bit of man-time in the garage with a fag and a glass of wine or two.



Post 2598 by solstice,

#2598
That's "Weeksy clean"

Post 2599 by bic_bicknell,

#2599
They are Racetec K3s. They are road legal. So they are not the softest Metzlers but are good summer tyres and I suppose a bit more hard wearing than the softer ones. They are not that good in the wet and cold but I have run them through this winter in some pretty crap conditions and they are a lot better through winter than the K2 rear and the K1 front I had last two years. Not quite so bad at coping with cold and wet. I usually swap in the winter for something else but this year I just can't justify the cost of ditching these tyres because they are not half way worn out so I will put up with them till spring.

Post 2600 by MrK,

#2600
Matt bellypan looks sweet,,,,,

Post 2601 by solstice,

#2601
Bic, we're you able to use the SD brake lines with those calipers? I've got some rc8 calipers to fit but wasn't sure whether I would need to get new lines made up.

Post 2602 by solstice,

#2602
Solstice, I needed to get custom lines made up because the Monobloc banjo fitment points are at a different angle from OE callipers. Also the OE lines are a two into one system with a T junction attached to the bottom triple clamp. I ditched this and ran two separate lines up to the brake and fitted a double banjo. They weren't that expensive really, there's a thread on here somewhere I posted with details of the company who made them up for me.

They are better brakes than the OE set up for sure. I have them with a pair of cast iron discs and rotors made by Braketec.

Post 2603 by robjederuiter,

#2603
Genuine front brake lines from RC8 won't fit? Could be too short, but worth to try.

Post 2604 by DribbleDuke,

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Post 2608 by Jermo,

#2608
"I swear I'll get a credit card travel experience some day. I love to camp on a bike so that does not lend itself to lite."

CC camping is the way to go if you can swing it, but I also camp off my bikes.

Have to say best part of the rides usually happen when I set up camp and unload the pack mule for a rip around in the am's to avoid all the land yachts.

Just posted a RR link in the Rides section on this forum. Did that ride off my 1986 Ninja 600R. All of it with camp gear, some 2 up with camp gear. Happy camper here.

Good luck catching the rays....b thinkin' 'bout ya........and MD 2........,,,,,,,,

Post 2609 by BassAgent,

#2609
Went for my first ride of the year, perfo leathers and some thermo clothes underneath worked fine until my hand and feet got a little cold.

It started the first time and rode sweet, wheelie happy and nice and loud!

Post 2610 by ejakez,

#2610
My first ride out aswell this year,dry but cold.
Was all wrapped up and had plenty of fun wheelies and slides LOL.
I know im eager for the new 1290 but these SDRs are still great bikes and to be honest cant justify the extra doe at the mo to upgrade.
Im gunna keep mine for at least another year

Post 2611 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2611
I feel like I should make a thread called: "What should you have done to your Superduke today?"

There's way too much shit I could list....

Post 2612 by No. 47,

#2612
Had a set of Dunlop SportMax Q3s thrown on! Christ those are good tyres...

Post 2613 by bic_bicknell,

#2613
Valve check yesterday at 18000 miles. 3 exhausts and 1 intake needed adjusting.

Post 2614 by fewtrees,

#2614
Just received some new carbon bling. Some carbon fiber headlight surrounds for my 07. The last part of the bodywork that wasn't carbon fiber, so the look will be complete. I should be able to put them on soon.

Post 2615 by Sarasota_Steve,

#2615
Was trying to fix generator cover, gear sensor and other lower lhs engine leaks chucking oil onto the rear tyre and found a 10mm nut stuck to the chain lube gunge on the rear of the side stand bracket - eventually worked out that it was from the lower rear engine mount 'cos the bolt was missing.....................how does a 172mm long bolt fall out unnoticed?

Check your nuts.

Post 2616 by scamb66,

#2616
I cleaned some more tonight. The rain here is so bad and so every-day that I'm getting to the point where the proportion of time spent cleaning against riding is getting nuts. Bike is spotless. There's even bits that haven't been cleaned since the bike was new and they are looking like they came out of a showroom. It's because I don't commute to work anymore so only ride the thing for pleasure. Don't really like this - I like my bikes to look used and they are always a bit dirty. Now the bike looks like a sunday/dry-weather steed. Not good. It will shame me when I next go out.

Post 2617 by ktmguy,

#2617
I went for a spin.. It was awesome, invigorating, bloody freezing and I daren't crank it over too far - too slippy. My new leathers/boots/helmet/gloves are ace

I can't wait for some decent weather

Post 2618 by 81forest,

#2618
Picked 1290 from the paint shop n went for a show off blast while it was dry n sunny!

Post 2619 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2619
Today I replaced the Mineral Oil for the Clutch. Bought it a CVS in the Laxative section.

Post 2620 by scamb66,

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Post 2621 by ejakez,

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Post 2622 by fewtrees,

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Post 2623 by cdv478,

#2623
Got my SD out of hibernation topped up oil/checked tyre pressures etc and went for the first blast of the year ahhhhhhhh I nearly came
Bikes due for an MOT and I swear there was more rubber on those tyres when it went into hibernation
Anyhoo it was short but brilliant, bring on the good weather

Post 2624 by Exitman,

#2624
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Post 2625 by BassAgent,

#2625
Just need oil..... and the right damn front sprocket. I ordered a dampened 16T, and was sent an undampened 14T.... the hell they think ima do with a 14T on a superduke? lol

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Post 2626 by jmann,

#2626
Adjusted the chain which, by the way, is as easy as anything on the 1290R Adjusting the chain properly on the 1290 gets rid of the awful noise that comes from the factory. It sounds like cam chain noise but is actually the noise travelling through the swingarm...

Took her for a nice quiet 250 Km ride (<6Krpm) and had breakfast at the beach. You phobic folks in Europe might like to look closely at the sign. The less phobic might like the surf - not many things with teeth out there

Dropped her off for the first service on the way home.

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Post 2627 by ktmguy,

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Post 2628 by jmann,

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Post 2629 by ktmguy,

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Post 2630 by scamb66,

#2630
Looks awesome in black.
Goolwa, nice part of the world.
Snakes, sharks, strong currents, rough surf, sand, sunburn, salt..........fook the beach.

Post 2631 by BassAgent,

#2631
Had a service party with kowekiller. Good times (valves, tyres, chain, sprockets, oil, coolant, cleaning, exhaust gasket)

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Post 2632 by omky756,

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Post 2633 by ebags,

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Post 2634 by Willh,

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Post 2635 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2636 by Willh,

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Post 2637 by MADDOG53,

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Post 2638 by Willh,

#2638
Hey Will...for what is worth...by Ducati ST4S has a full black tank cover made to hold the tank bag in place.

Looks bad ass and could hide lot's of .....pecker tracks from the hammers instead of spending lot's of time polishing.

Just sayin'...

Looking good thou.

Post 2639 by ktmguy,

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Post 2640 by bic_bicknell,

#2640
Great find on the tank build Will.

You can tell he made them a time or two.

Woot!

Post 2641 by Willh,

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Post 2642 by bazz21,

#2642
Love that video! 30 minutes of joy at 4 in the morning. (Couldn't sleep so got up early)

Post 2643 by ktmguy,

#2643
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Post 2644 by bazz21,

#2644
First mod on the new bike!

Installed a set of Pazzo Racing levers to get an opportunity for a little extra orange on the bike. Install was pretty painless aside from the brake side pin not wanting to go through the dust boot until all of a sudden if just popped in. I went with long clutch short brake

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Post 2645 by bic_bicknell,

#2645
Had friends over for the day but as it was so hot and sunny took the opportunity to give the bike a clean outdoors whilst the kids played about. Not as good as riding but at least got my hands dirty.

Post 2646 by scamb66,

#2646
Bic I am starting to worry about your OCD

Post 2647 by scamb66,

#2647
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Post 2648 by Linga,

#2648
I need to get mine going again... I put it on the list today.

Post 2649 by scamb66,

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Post 2650 by Oompaloompa,

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Post 2651 by cheeheese,

#2651
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Post 2652 by No. 47,

#2652
Made my 08 beg for mercy.
Went zooming through some mountain twisties for an hour solid at full throttle until red instrument lights came on, bike cut out and hazard lights started a flashing.
After a 5 minute rest bike started up no problems and is running sweet.
Thoroughly satisfying!

Post 2653 by cheeheese,

#2653
Took the exhaust off to replace the graphite seal only to find there was no old seal to replace. Explains a lot. Popping on the overrun has now stopped and it sounds a lot healthier.

This part still confuses me though. It's a £7 part, a good 3 hour job, and it doesn't last very long. Why not just make them aluminium and be done with it?

Post 2655 by sexparty,

#2655
Installed a set of orange shorty Pazzo brake/clutch levers and the R&G Tail Tidy kit.

Pazzo levers feel great, I always like putting these on my bikes. The R&G tail tidy kit is way cleaner that the KTM powerpart IMO.

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Cheers,
Jem

Post 2656 by Sean,

#2656
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Post 2657 by Sean,

#2657
Switched my shock to an upgraded standard shock with the Nichols rear link

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Post 2658 by AGRO!,

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Post 2659 by OZsuperduker,

#2659
Got it back from Procycle Dyno with a new Rotty airbox, PCIII and SAS removed and plates installed. Left the secondary flies in since I mostly commute on it and it’s hardly ever WOT.

HUUUUUGE difference! Couldn’t be happier. The torque curves say most of it, but it’s also soo much smoother on the throttle she’s a dream to corner now too, put the power on whenever I like  And the SOUND!!!! ))))

Oh, and she's a 2013 model, in case you were wondering.

Post 2660 by Oompaloompa,

#2660
Wow that's way smoother, very nice result

Post 2661 by bic_bicknell,

#2661
I know! Just goes to show what a piece of crap the stock airbox is, because judging from the original A/F, the fuelling doesn’t look that far out

Post 2662 by nampus,

#2662
Added orange rim tape to the wheels although it was a bit of a rush job just to see what it would look like. I'd rather orange wheels so might go down that route in a couple of months or so. In the meantime:

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Post 2663 by AGRO!,

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Post 2664 by nampus,

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Post 2666 by bic_bicknell,

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Post 2667 by bic_bicknell,

#2667
This used to be the source:http://www.chimeragraphics.co.uk/index.htm
But it's nog on the website anymore, you could try emailing or calling them.

Post 2669 by bic_bicknell,

#2669
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Post 2670 by aracheon,

#2670
It's wasn't a childish swipe mate. It was a serious comment . I'm not having a go at anyone personally, just want to know what all the bollox is with go faster stripes and why people do it. I'll take any criticism of my bike and personal taste and answer anyone's comments the best I can to justify why I do things, it's all water off a ducks back to me. It's all banter.

Rim tape sucks.

Post 2671 by AGRO!,

#2671
Today I am loaning my bike to a superhero.
To all the haters, I don't have rim tape. Everything is black because I don't really like orange. Spring is changing culour soon to black. Black because the older I get the less I like colour. (on bikes) Especially gaudy shell suit graphics like many bikes now have. Like the orange 1290

Post 2672 by ktmguy,

#2672
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Post 2673 by sexparty,

#2673
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Post 2674 by bic_bicknell,

#2674
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Post 2675 by scamb66,

#2675
Cheers Speedfiend. Before choosing between black/orange I came up with this mockup that swung me towards the black version:

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And bic - no sweat - I've been on the internet long enough to know not get offended by other peoples opinions. Your bike looks great btw. That blacked out headlight, does the light still shine through it or do you only ride it during the day?

Cheers,
Jem

Post 2676 by nampus,

#2676
Hey everyone. I obviously dont put enough smily faces on my posts for them to be taken in the spirit they were written. I also know that the majority of people much prefer bright colours, crazy graphics, brand logos etc. Im definitely in the minotrity in my tastes and wouldnt want to make anyone feel bad about what theyve done to their bike.

Just taking the mick really.

I hope no one has fitted blue LED lights to illuminate their engine from beneath though . I really hate that. Whats that all about then?

Post 2677 by The Gin Reaper,

#2677
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Post 2678 by cdlabate,

#2678
Arrow bar end mirrors. Just throwing it out there. More fitting to the SD perhaps.

Post 2679 by robjederuiter,

#2679
LMAO
this forum is getting funnier every day with the new 1290 owners

Post 2680 by AGRO!,

#2680

Post 2681 by sexparty,

#2681
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Post 2682 by nampus,

#2682
No problem, I assumed you knew. Was just bored

Post 2683 by sexparty,

#2683
Carbon front fender from HF Carbon Parts: http://hfcarbon.de/index.php?main_page= ... ts_id=2319

Not bad overall. Fit was good but I needed two washers on the right side to remove some play because of it's thickness but other than that solid quality, fit and finish, packed well and good shipping time. Annoyed they wouldn't refund me VAT charges but it was still much cheaper than the KTM branded one so I'll get more parts from them but only the ones I want and that RACEFOXX don't make.

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Post 2684 by sexparty,

#2684
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Post 2685 by BassAgent,

#2685
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Post 2686 by scamb66,

#2686
Did some general maintenance/upgrades on the 08 SD, I like to dig into everything I buy to get a feel for it and find any potential problems from old owners.

Ripped out the stock airbox and installed a rottweiler intake
Removed the SAS system and installed the CJdesign SAS delete plates (that front plate WAS a pain!)
Removed the can in the ass, rerouted the hose down where the old airbox vent used to be and put vacuum caps over the ports on the throttle bodies
Removed some old heated gear hookups and a Garmin GPS base. Last owner did not have these wired nice, guy didn't even crimp the wires and heatshrink, just twisted them together and electrical tape
Installed new battery tender cable and routed back into the now much larger trunk
Replace stripped front windscreen hardware with new bolts


Next week I'll hopefully have all my fluids in, so I might flush the brake and clutch fluids and give it an oil change.

Post 2687 by BassAgent,

#2687
Alternative mirror mount

Post 2688 by JohnJJr,

#2688


Post 2690 by MrK,

#2690
Trying to add a bunch of stuff on my duke and swap parts out. It's times like this I wish I had more tools so that I could actually complete what I'm trying to do.... /sigh

Post 2691 by sexparty,

#2691
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Post 2692 by nampus,

#2692
I stared at mine today (rightnow) with detest as I sit here on the side of the road waiting to be picked uo because my radiator dumped onme while i was on the freeway

Post 2693 by scamb66,

#2693
i see you guys are all still at it - and some of ya got new KTM's . son of a bitch !!! so how fast is the new bike ? how much better ?

mines still up for the winter - it's got 29,000 on it now and i need to do a full maintenance on it - all fluids ( Forks / brakes / clutch ) head bearings grease and Swingarm grease ) i just don't damn feel like it -------
I've been making knives lately .....

cheers have fun - make wheelies - burnouts - drift - and be safe

Post 2694 by jmann,

#2694
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Post 2695 by Davo-Singapore,

#2695





what a pain in the azz

Post 2696 by jmann,

#2696
Rode it!

First ride (shake out) of the season.

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Post 2697 by jmann,

#2697
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Post 2698 by MrK,

#2698
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Post 2699 by nampus,

#2699
I made a small set of rollers and used Stainless steel shim then rolled it to shape, applied a little molly grease and put it together, you shouldnt use coke can alloy as it will bind up on the alloy bar material. Alloy and alloy in sliding applications is not good. Stuck throttle on the beast = not good result
Cant awnser the G2 990 question sorry.

Post 2700 by BassAgent,

#2700
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Post 2701 by OZsuperduker,

#2701
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Post 2702 by OZsuperduker,

#2702
Nice! Thanks for the info! They look really good!

Post 2703 by Davo-Singapore,

#2703
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Post 2704 by MrZ32,

#2704
Sounds better than leo's and akra's (Those are the only others I have heard)

Post 2705 by scamb66,

#2705
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Post 2706 by Aphex,

#2706


This is a very easy way of removing the freeplay from your clutch lever, simply drill and tap an M6 into the alloy stop plate and insert nylon screw. Nylon thread is self binding because it is injection molded and not cut so no need for lock nut and it is lighter than anything else.

Post 2707 by No. 47,

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Post 2708 by The Gin Reaper,

#2708
Why do this? What are you trying to accomplish? What value does it actually add? When you wear gloves and are riding that small 2mm gap makes no difference so I am trying to understand your motivation
Same can be accomplished by putting a piece of tape between the MC and the lever without a need to drill anything, but I am still to be convinced why do this[/quote]

I have nerve damage in my arms and legs and the simple task of reaching for the leaver is not so easy for me and 2mm at the lever stop = > 6mm at the lever.

Post 2709 by No. 47,

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Post 2710 by sexparty,

#2710
https://www.dropbox.com/s/abl1hnm5mj1xt1i/DSC_0059.jpg

had its first service yesterday....whilst there I got them to disable the sas and fit the blank off plates...
Also downloaded the Akra map
My question to you guys is...can I, or should I now remove the inserts from the AR exhaust ?

Post 2711 by paul81,

#2711
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Post 2712 by scamb66,

#2712
first track day of the year

actually, first track day since last crashfest. yep it's been that long since it broke at cadwell and i finally got it all sorted. there wasn't a lot to do, but i've been lazy over the winter and only really got round to getting it all ready the other day.

i have a nice pic from mallory park which i'll post up later.

Post 2713 by scamb66,

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Post 2714 by Exitman,

#2714
deleted for clarity.

Post 2715 by dtlandmark,

#2715
Took advantage of the first spring Saturday and bombed up to Bear Mountain to blow the cobwebs out of the SDR.
Fookin' loved it!

Post 2717 by Sean,

#2717
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Post 2718 by scamb66,

#2718
Got it back from the dealers with a replacement fuel pump, under warranty, no fuss. Bike was leaning out at full throttle on the dyno after prodyno fitted SAS plates and a rotty airbox. They stuck a fuel flow/pressure sensor in the line, and there wasn't enough pressure to run the bike through it.

Can't feel any difference in city riding compared to before, but it probably would have left me stuck somewhere eventually. So glad it got picked up while under warranty really.

Should note, I rode it past my local dealer (Team Moto) and kept on 50k's to take it to Brisbane KTM instead. Can just imagine the bullshit TeamMoto would have come out with to try wriggle out of it

Post 2719 by oczer79,

#2719
This is what I done to mine today. Since I can't justify the cost for the complete system, I took the cheaper option. I have to say that I am impressed with the sound. A bit on the heavy side but nice.





Post 2720 by gringo,

#2720
^^ bit on the heavy side??????
Gotta be a whole heap lighter with the cat removed?
Dont know why Akra haven't gone down this road?
Looks good. Need to polish up the rest to much.

Post 2721 by kevxtx,

#2721
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Post 2722 by No. 47,

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Post 2723 by BassAgent,

#2723
It would be great if you could make a short video clip so we can hear how it sounds.

Post 2724 by Sarasota_Steve,

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Post 2725 by shadowman,

#2725
Not sure if the link will work.



I hope it does.

Post 2726 by bic_bicknell,

#2726
I bled my front brakes enough to make sure that all the fluid was refreshed. Got a new little £10 kit for the job with a one way valve, first time I ever used one. What an easier job it makes! Can't believe it took me so many years to conform to advancements, no more one and off with the spanner and lever pump.

What a plonker I am.

Post 2727 by paul81,

#2727
just changed my oil and tyres. never knew just how easy it was to do your own tyres, even easier than mx tyres, another job that saves me a few quids not going to a garage.

Post 2728 by lc4,

#2728
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Post 2729 by Oompaloompa,

#2729
"Must be different in your neck of the woods as in Australia as long as your purchase the tyre from the retailer they will fit and balance for free, this includes dirt bike and car tyres.
Stuff skinning knuckles and scratching rim. "

We mail order our tyres and self install 'cause mail order is almost half price.

I get between 3K-4K miles per set and put on around 8K per year on the SD with multi bikes in the shed.

Fit and balance for free......

Post 2730 by sexparty,

#2730
Had the 1000km service and a dongle installed. Now when set to off the MTC/ABS warning lights are always on (if that makes sense) so decided to do a quick 'mod' and found some free stickers from last months Fast Bike mag and X'd them over.
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Post 2731 by aracheon,

#2731
Hi all, just put the wheels back on after the paintjob, looks great. really needs the Akra and some carbon.......waiting waiting,




Post 2732 by MrK,

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Post 2733 by scamb66,

#2733
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Post 2734 by sexparty,

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Post 2735 by OZsuperduker,

#2735
Wheels look wicked

Post 2736 by scamb66,

#2736
Anyone whos changed their mirrors on the 1290 know what thread size it is? Its not M10 i dont think

Post 2737 by scamb66,

#2737
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Post 2738 by OZsuperduker,

#2738
ive took a fancy to the Rizoma Circuit 744 mirrors

Post 2739 by sexparty,

#2739
Got my new GSG-Mototechnik crash protection and the axle sliders are on the bike. Well worth the money. Perfect fit for each individual side, super quick to remove if you need to use paddock stand, excellent build quality and finish and I'm looking forward to having the frame protectors mounted soon, along with many other things waiting to be done this week.

http://www.gsg-mototechnik.de/

I did get carbon clutch and alternator covers from HF Carbon but I sent them back. They were cheap flimsy shit that didn't fit well and were not worth the money at all over the R&G covers. Offered no crash protection at all. My front fender is thicker carbon. Think I'll be going the R&G ones instead.

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Post 2740 by sexparty,

#2740
Bike is looking great Bjorn. All I see you do is slap on accessories. We should call you the official accessories tester! Do you ever ride the bloody thing? You know she hauls ass right?

Post 2741 by jmann,

#2741
Deafened myself a bit more with the full Akrapovic system

Post 2742 by jmann,

#2742
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#2743
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Post 2744 by OZsuperduker,

#2744
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Post 2745 by jmann,

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Post 2746 by sexparty,

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Post 2747 by sexparty,

#2747
sexparty - taking it to the dealer tomorrow for mapping, will ask them to do a couple of pulls. Probably not before as they've been quite firm about not running it without mapping done, but definitely after mapping.

Comrade Jmann - see the image. Two short pipes to bolt onto heads, Y-pipe to sleeve onto them, then the resonator, then the end can. All sleeve joints. Inlet to the can is approx 3". And yes, please, send sunshine ASAP.

Scamb - was too loud for the german police apparently! Seller assures me it had only done 500km.

Also fitted frame sliders from GSG today, pic to follow later.

Post 2748 by jmann,

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Post 2749 by BassAgent,

#2749
Good find DMacL. The retail cost is a huge amount of money to pay for such a small amount of pipework and I think the price is an absolute rip off. They make out the exhaust fabrication is rocket science to justify the cost. It is a well made system but geeeees they charge like scazy. Too many people in the food chain maybe wanting their cut doesnt help the average joe biker either
I am looking forward to the dyno result to see just how much difference this makes to the torque. Can you do a Db reading for us at different rpm once its tuned please please please and can you confirm that the resonator is just an empty chamber?
Thanks for posting the pics.

Post 2750 by sexparty,

#2750
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Post 2751 by sexparty,

#2751
Fixed my radiator. A leak was caused from the fan rubbing. Installed it back on, no issues (yet).

Post 2752 by BassAgent,

#2752
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Post 2753 by ferret990,

#2753
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Post 2754 by scamb66,

#2754
Put the pillion cover on it today and man the gloss black looks bad. I know why a lot of guys have been complaining now. Couldn't stand it so threw the race sticker kit sticker on it which looks tons better with the white following the same lines on the tail. Will get a carbon version and paint the sides white for sure.

GSG frame protectors look great, wouldn't get caught on anything and stick out far enough to protect the radiators.

Just a shame it's pissing down or I'd be out riding.

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Post 2755 by sexparty,

#2755
Riding in the rain is fun! Those covers.... interesting.

Post 2756 by gringo,

#2756
Added bonus with the solo cover is the extra space inside.
Easily fits KTM tool kit and a puncture repair kit.
I also leave the 36 ltr bag strapped to the original seat; when needed just swap them over.

Post 2757 by gringo,

#2757
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Post 2758 by ebags,

#2758
Cover looks good from a distance. WOuld you bother getting it repainted?

Post 2759 by somwone,

#2759
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Post 2760 by oczer79,

#2760
today i had the sag set on the 1290, looking forward to track day sunday, waiting for my new dunlop rear though.......

Post 2761 by StuartJ,

#2761
short ride yesterday until the thermostat failed
then it was ride for a mile, shut down for 3 minutes and repeat until home

oh well - new thermostat, radiator cap and Samco hoses on order.

Post 2762 by oczer79,

#2762
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Post 2763 by StuartJ,

#2763
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Post 2764 by ferret990,

#2764
Thanks mate. Looks good without the seat pad IMO.

Post 2765 by scamb66,

#2765
You might as well bin the rear pegs; cleans up the back end. You won't be using them anyway with that seat cover.

Post 2766 by sexparty,

#2766
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Post 2767 by BassAgent,

#2767
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Post 2768 by MrK,

#2768
What tank bag is that?

Post 2769 by oczer79,

#2769
Can't wait to be done with this. What a headache.

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Post 2770 by 1290Nerd,

#2770
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Post 2771 by Shiroyu,

#2771
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Post 2772 by prikkie,

#2772
Only a small thing but the Superduke 1290 Rim tape arrived today. Only 2 months after the order !
I haven't seen many with it ?

I don't mind it and its cheap. Adds a splash of color that the Black one needs.

Post 2773 by ozarkhomie,

#2773
Image new euro taillight viking ravens and tank stickers, not the biggest mods but personalizing non the less

Post 2774 by DribbleDuke,

#2774
Fitted my Akra system

Post 2775 by oczer79,

#2775
Got a great deal on these from Ebay…$15.80 plus shipping. Fit and look great!!!

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Post 2776 by BassAgent,

#2776
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Post 2777 by DribbleDuke,

#2777
TBH those pegs look way too slippery for me. Looks nice tho =)

Post 2778 by BassAgent,

#2778
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Post 2779 by DribbleDuke,

#2779
Could you shove a matchbook or sum such under it. Like a black plastic shims from the The Home Depot nearest you. You could place a touch of Henry's 208 mastic on the shim stack to help hold them in place.
Screw adjustment, once it is in the right place, it will never move.

Post 2780 by BassAgent,

#2780
the only problem is, the only real way to know if its adjusted correctly is to have it on the bike and ee where its aimimg.and you can only permaadjust it wwith the headlight apart, so after putting it back together youre just kind of left hoping for the best

Post 2781 by ozarkhomie,

#2781
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Post 2782 by 1290Nerd,

#2782
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Post 2783 by sexparty,

#2783
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Post 2784 by 1290Nerd,

#2784
Cheers Sexparty...you saved me a few bucks

Post 2785 by ozarkhomie,

#2785
The 990 mount is the same as the Tuono (0015) kit…if that helps any.

Post 2786 by BassAgent,

#2786
Ugh so annoying. Gotta do so much just to get that damn damper bracket off lol.

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And then I find this shit. fooking KTM always giving me problems lol.

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Post 2787 by scamb66,

#2787
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Post 2788 by BassAgent,

#2788
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Post 2789 by DribbleDuke,

#2789
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Post 2790 by bazz21,

#2790
well i finally finished painting
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Post 2791 by BassAgent,

#2791
I put my tyre on the wrong rim.... *le sigh*

Post 2792 by The Gin Reaper,

#2792
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Post 2793 by BassAgent,

#2793
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Post 2794 by The Gin Reaper,

#2794
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Post 2795 by 1290Nerd,

#2795
Purchased the Blacked out GoPro housing. Good spot and doesn't stick out like dogs balls !

Post 2796 by Shiroyu,

#2796
Just joined the forum today (my bad if the photos don't turn out).
Bought my first KTM last Saturday. An 09 Superduke R with only 8,600Ks. Very neat well looked after bike that was used as a Sunday ride.
Was considering a new KTM 1290 Superduke but considering this was less than half the price and had low Ks for the year and model I thought a 990 Superduke R plus $13,000 to spare in my pocket wasn't a bad choice. I think I will be happy for a few years with the difficult choice I made.




Post 2797 by bic_bicknell,

#2797
A few pics of the garage.

If anyone is interested, maybe not the right forum, the track bike to the left is for sale. It's a VFR400 set up for track/race. Fun great handling bike. The Bike in the middle will be the new track bike and the 990 SDR will be the road bike ... and possibly occasionally the track bike

Gotta love the plates the SDR came with.



Post 2798 by sexparty,

#2798
And for shits and giggles a photo of me test riding the 1290 Superduke about a month ago. It is a weapon but the 990 is still a fun bike as well.

Post 2799 by 1290Nerd,

#2799
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Post 2800 by shadowman,

#2800
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Post 2801 by prikkie,

#2801
Mounted a fat bar

Post 2802 by scamb66,

#2802
Nice one. I also like your Simo sticker

Post 2803 by prikkie,

#2803
Nice bars. Where did you get the "Ready for this" decal from?

Post 2805 by prikkie,

#2805
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Post 2806 by prikkie,

#2806
Still waiting for KTM to send my carbon exhaust bracket, carbon ignition cover and white "racing" decalls for the rims. Then I'm finished for now.................

Post 2807 by wacky_woodchuck,

#2807
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Post 2808 by Colonel_Klinck,

#2808
Added Rottweiler airbox, new plugs, removed SAI, removed the PC3, uploaded a new map via TuneECU, new battery, tossed on some Grave Ti slip-ons, removed the bar risers and hard wired in my GPS.

I didn't know KTM included this stuff in the air box?!?

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Post 2809 by wacky_woodchuck,

#2809
DId a squirrel make it's home in your airbox???

Post 2810 by Shiroyu,

#2810
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Post 2811 by DribbleDuke,

#2811
thats certainly a small space for a woodchuck

Post 2812 by jmann,

#2812
Bad wheelies, crushing nuts, must have saved the raisins for Sunday. You buy the bike on a Saturday?

Post 2814 by AGRO!,

#2814
I haven't done it, but would like to see it done. A 1290 headlight on a 990. Photoshop anyone...

Post 2815 by prikkie,

#2815
I actually think that the 990 head light cuts down on wind blast compared to my old fz1n.

Post 2816 by scamb66,

#2816
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Post 2817 by cdlabate,

#2817
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Post 2818 by Shiroyu,

#2818
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Post 2819 by prikkie,

#2819
Image returned to stock over the r&g tail tidy b/c i prefer the clear glass blinkers and the r&g bulbs are to hard to come by in Merika

Post 2820 by BassAgent,

#2820

Post 2821 by cdlabate,

#2821
I might actually like that...

Post 2822 by scamb66,

#2822
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Post 2823 by 2014_SDR,

#2823
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Post 2824 by scamb66,

#2824
Very nice indeed mate!
Need vids of the bodis de cat now!

Post 2825 by ferret990,

#2825
Fitted a Kreiga US-10, CRG Arrow Mirror, and Touring Windscreen.

CRG Levers are on their way along with a PC V w/AutoTune & SAS Plates.

Post 2826 by scamb66,

#2826
For the people mounting bar end mirrors on the 1290, are adapters required? or does it fit onto the stock bar end?

Post 2827 by scamb66,

#2827
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Post 2828 by Corela91,

#2828
I wasn't too sure about bar ends (til i realised the stockies fly off at traffic lights ).
So just bought some $30 cheapies on line and bought a couple of longer bolts to keep the vibration dampers in the bars.
Seem Ok til $1.80 or so, then start looking at the foot pegs.
Might go ahead and get a decent pair.
Anybody know of some with slightly taller stalks? Sick of bumping them with my knuckles.

Post 2829 by sexparty,

#2829
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Post 2830 by scamb66,

#2830
As other members have commented about me building my bike bits "no pics didnt happen"...........
So buddy where's the finished mirrors so we can see what they look like.........................no pics maybe just maybe it didnt happen
Can you still see around your hands and arms with these fitted as you describe, do they vibrate so bad that you cant see out of them at all??
I do like the look of them. Link to place of purchase please!

Post 2831 by Shiroyu,

#2831
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Post 2832 by RockettMan,

#2832
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Post 2833 by TdBart,

#2833
new custom airbox, small 2nd flies, added new tune ecu map, 122ps on clutch, tidy tail, Sportsmart2 tyres, bar end mirror, lever protector, new chain and sprockets 16/38... Ready To Ride

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Post 2834 by scamb66,

#2834
Replaced battery with a Shorai LFX18A1-BS12 lithium. The bike lost almost 4 lbs and now there's room for the alarm!

EDIT! That's almost 8 lbs. Or exactly 3.62 kg.! I weighed the parts in kilos knowing that most O's are on metric, converted the numbers into lbs. so that they made sense to me and thing got all confused.

Post 2835 by Shiroyu,

#2835
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Post 2836 by 81forest,

#2836
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Post 2837 by ktmguy,

#2837
Did another 300km ride before work then realised life was really good when I realised my black beasts have over 500 hp Image

Post 2838 by Skunksdad,

#2838
Fitted the PParts yokes and steering damper today.

Already noticed how much stiffer front feels flex wise and nice to be able to adjust the damping.







And lastly ..........................


Think this'll do the job..!



.

Post 2839 by michelangiolo,

#2839
Start to build a rear under seat tray to make a shorter tail following the forum instruction...


di , su Flickr

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Post 2840 by sexparty,

#2840
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Post 2841 by AGRO!,

#2841
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Post 2842 by Skunksdad,

#2842
Standard steering damper isn't adjustable.

Post 2843 by Skunksdad,

#2843
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Post 2844 by AGRO!,

#2844
I put a set of folding, adjustable Pazzo shorty levers on yesterday. They fit, in contrast to the set of cheap Chinese levers which didn't.

Actually, they sort of fit. The brake lever was fine but the part of the clutch lever that fits into the KTM mount was a little thin leaving noticeable slop when mounted. A thin plastic shim took care of that though.

The really beautiful thing is that now I can comfortably cover both the clutch and brake with two fingers. That's a major safety and thus mental comfort improvement for me!

BTW, I would have been happier with the $36 Chinese levers had they delivered the goods. I'd rather have the extra $133 than a name brand lever

Post 2845 by 41KS,

#2845
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Post 2846 by Exitman,

#2846
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Post 2847 by Skunksdad,

#2847
Re-mounted my CRG arrows in a configuration which is quite usable and doesn't make the bike any wider. Much happier with it now:

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Installed Austin Racing GP3 V3 can with a 50mm insert. Took off heaps of weight and really made the bike feel more alive. Not too loud on idle but barks like a dog with rabies above 4K RPM. Thanks 1290nerd for allowing me the purchase!

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Cheers,
Jeremy

Post 2848 by scamb66,

#2848
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Post 2849 by soarsore,

#2849
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Post 2850 by 81forest,

#2850
ordered the Acrapovic pipe today! due in august? also 16 t sprocket & tank pad protectors and another brake lever nub for the shift lever. put another 100mi on it

Post 2851 by soarsore,

#2851
[quote="kylezx10"]ordered the Acrapovic pipe today! due in august? also 16 t sprocket & tank pad protectors and another brake lever nub for the shift lever. put another 100mi on it[/quote

use a shifter peg from a rc8r it 1/2 in longer
and work perfect
enjoy the akra system

Post 2852 by AGRO!,

#2852
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Post 2853 by scamb66,

#2853
After I fitted the WP damper I noticed contact with the rad.

The standard damper rod is approx 3 cm shorter.

I looked at the WP and simply removed the alloy end cap.
This leaves a10 mm threaded section on the rod. I cut 5mm off and put a ti locknut on the end.

The alloy end cap added approx 14mm to the rod length.

Once completed I could use the steering lock and have no issues with "full lock".

Hope that helps anyone considering purchasing one.

If I get a chance to measure standard damper I'll put up the details.

Cheers.

.

Post 2854 by ktmguy,

#2854
Fitted a set of Dunlop Q3's to the 990 , sure does make a heap of difference.
Now in negotiations with a lass trying to swap the 990 for an Aprillia RS250 + some extra coin.

Post 2855 by AGRO!,

#2855
Back into Sport Tourer mode. Bags mounted, GPS wired, oil changed, and 2k miles of some of the best roads in Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado ahead of me!

Post 2856 by 1290Nerd,

#2856
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Post 2857 by kevxtx,

#2857
Looking good.

Post 2858 by Hotbrakes,

#2858
Added these Garmin TPMS valve caps! It occurred to me they might help prevent me from falling down and going boom.

Post 2859 by Hotbrakes,

#2859
I cant see how knurled aluminium can be grippier

Post 2860 by 81forest,

#2860
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Post 2861 by Hotbrakes,

#2861
Installed auxiliary LED lights with rotary dimmer. The dimmer also has a high beam wire that puts full power to the lights when the high beam is activated. Lights are from advmonster.com. Lights are mounted on fender bolts.

Low



High

Post 2862 by BassAgent,

#2862
^^^ very cool. Any other pics of the mount location and dimmer switch?

Post 2863 by 81forest,

#2863






Post 2864 by 81forest,

#2864
Tested out my sliders today. Good to go.

Post 2865 by BassAgent,

#2865
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Post 2866 by 81forest,

#2866
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Post 2867 by BassAgent,

#2867
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Post 2868 by ferret990,

#2868
Ouch! Bummer, but it could have been worse, happens to the best of us. That pavement looks a little weird as well. Maybe one of those tar snakes bit you! At least no birds were killed.

Post 2869 by AGRO!,

#2869
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Post 2870 by AGRO!,

#2870
No, he came unstuck in a turn, not a tern.

Post 2871 by BassAgent,

#2871
As long as your OK little buddy Some don't get a chance to see another day after an off so count your blessings.

Post 2872 by AGRO!,

#2872
Also its good to see you aren't ridding bare back like I have seen in your other pics

Post 2873 by BassAgent,

#2873
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Post 2874 by AGRO!,

#2874
What brand bp are you wearing?
I have a few Knox aegis, forcefield pro and impact safety armor.

Post 2875 by Hotbrakes,

#2875
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Post 2876 by lee25racing,

#2876
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Post 2877 by ktmguy,

#2877
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Post 2878 by OZsuperduker,

#2878
Went for a ride to try out the Corbin seat I got from a forum user. Thanks for the seat Exitman!






Lens flare like a boss! Eat your heart out Michael Bay.

Post 2879 by Mackie,

#2879
Installed the KTM Short Tail kit.

Stock 916g, Short Tail Kit 546g, shaved off 370g at a cost of about $395US /kg.

Cheapest wt loss move so far was lithium battery at $44US /kg.

Post 2880 by scamb66,

#2880
Modified and installed a hyperpro adjustable steering damper to my 1290.
Go here for details - viewtopic.php?f=29&t=23697

Post 2881 by Mackie,

#2881
Just uploaded the 06 Akra smoothed map on my 05 SD using the TuneECU for the first time.
Was running the 15minutes reset and one of my neighbors and on the 11th minute said he will call the police if I won't stop (it wasn't even 10pm, and he was all the way across the street!!) He never liked me. =)
Anyway, what a difference, no more jerkiness on low speeds and the bike seems alot more responsive! The only thing is that I noticed it pops and bangs a lot more when decelerating ... it wasn't so bad before. I guess it's the slightly richer mixture. I'm not running Akra, I've got MIVVs.
Sweet. I've been night riding for couple of hours now.
Once again BIG thank to this forum and all you guys. I'm a new owner, 3rd week now, and without your knowledge I would not be pulling wheelies so easily

Post 2882 by Aphex,

#2882
Here is what I done to my Superduke mostly today.















Post 2883 by Mackie,

#2883
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Post 2884 by Miki,

#2884
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Post 2885 by scamb66,

#2885
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Post 2886 by shadowman,

#2886
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Post 2887 by Mackie,

#2887
Today, I found some footage of an unknown rider hooning about on a bike similar to mine...

Post 2888 by scamb66,

#2888
Finally changed suspension settings to Sport by the book. Didnt touch rear spring. Enough for my 70 kg (naked). Also moved bar to the forward position. Highly recommending do that. Bike handle much better every situation. Easier move position on the seat. Nothing left old rocking chair. Almost forget wobbly rear wheel Takes no longer then 30 minutes.

Post 2889 by ferret990,

#2889
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Post 2890 by shadowman,

#2890
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Post 2891 by aracheon,

#2891
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Post 2892 by ktmguy,

#2892
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Post 2893 by scamb66,

#2893
Put on KTM PP Pillion cover. Stock 883g, PP 532, lopped off 350g.

Post 2894 by 81forest,

#2894
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Post 2895 by Asbestos,

#2895
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Post 2896 by aracheon,

#2896
Confirmed that the color matches!



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Post 2897 by Mackie,

#2897
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Post 2898 by cdlabate,

#2898
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Post 2899 by wizzzard,

#2899
Replaced stock 1290 can with Remus Titanium. The Remus weighed 1.64kg with its bracket which netted a 1.23kg savings. Now at a minus 15.47kg from stock.

Post 2900 by wizzzard,

#2900
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Post 2901 by fentos,

#2901
another Bellypan fitted

Post 2902 by wizzzard,

#2902
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Post 2903 by Danimal27,

#2903
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Post 2904 by stuntmonkee,

#2904
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Post 2905 by jambox,

#2905
installed the pp seat
wow what a difference
rode 140 miles
No Monkey Butt

Post 2906 by stuntmonkee,

#2906
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Post 2907 by wizzzard,

#2907
Bought it back...

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*Disclaimer - this may have actually happened yesterday*

Post 2908 by lee25racing,

#2908
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Post 2909 by scamb66,

#2909
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Post 2910 by Davo-Singapore,

#2910
After mashing up my hand in June, I've been off the bike since May and still have about 2 months to go till I can ride. I've missed two track days. Doh! Anyway, my contribution. Stuck the key in and turned.... started first time since end May. Kumbaya to that.

Post 2911 by BassAgent,

#2911
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Post 2912 by fentos,

#2912
Yup, that looks amazing! Well done and enjoy

Post 2913 by Mackie,

#2913
While I'm partial to black, man that orange and white combo looks amazing!

Post 2914 by Danimal27,

#2914
Recovered the seat from orange to black leather. Couple of hours of hard labour, but it was worth it me thinks.

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Oh, and added the hand guards, supermoto style...wasn't quite sure about these and still not 100% convinced. Will give it few weeks, see what happens?
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Post 2915 by lee25racing,

#2915
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Post 2916 by Mackie,

#2916
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Post 2917 by Hotbrakes,

#2917
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Post 2918 by 81forest,

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Post 2919 by AGRO!,

#2919
Picked it up after my wife fell over right in front of me upon returning home from work. Luckily damage was contained to a scuffed hand guard and peg.

Post 2920 by Danimal27,

#2920
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Post 2921 by ferret990,

#2921
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#2922
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Post 2923 by OZsuperduker,

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Post 2928 by OZsuperduker,

#2928
What I did today..... Returned the new-in-package Power Parts tank pad. It was just three disappointing small scratchy stickers. Even the dealer was like "uh, that sucks." Waited 2 months.

And today, after a 2 month wait also, my PP tail tidy showed up. Less than $115 through dealer discount and because it was the easiest plug n' play in terms of wires being long enough.

Post 2929 by ktmguy,

#2929
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Post 2930 by scamb66,

#2930
Discovered that 4th gear wheelies are easier to sustain than third gear. Fun evening!

Post 2931 by ktmguy,

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Post 2932 by AGRO!,

#2932
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Post 2933 by aracheon,

#2933
PP seat just came in so weighed both:

Stock 1290 seat: 1010 g.
PP 1290 seat: 1140

Weight gain with PP seat = 130g.

Post 2934 by scamb66,

#2934
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Post 2935 by ebags,

#2935
Finally managed to get the dealers to load the Akra map, nice blokes did it FOC, win.
ABS and MTC still failing, lose.

Sure does pop a lot more with the new map but running great and sounding sweet through the AR zorst.

Post 2936 by ebags,

#2936
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Post 2937 by OZsuperduker,

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Post 2938 by ebags,

#2938
Due to some unfortunate clumsiness in the shop, my stock muffler ain't as pretty as it used to be.

(Damn gravity.)

So, as part of sanding out the scratches from the end cap, I decided to polish it real quick and blast it with a torch to see how blue/purple might look. Not completely sold on the look... but hey, it's a little different. (Will likely just wire brush the tempering off and go back to the brushed silver look.)


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Post 2939 by OZsuperduker,

#2939
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Post 2940 by ebags,

#2940
Started fitting my wheels. Front will have to wait as there are some very, very, very exciting developments happening up that end and I don't want to play around pulling apart and re fitting more than I have to. Anyway pics...











Post 2941 by ktmguy,

#2941
[quote="OZsuperduker"

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Hardly the reason they aren't used in racing. Do I need to post pictures of exploded forged alu & mag wheels?

I've seen both sides of the argument and a failure or two but on large they handle everyday use excellently. Mate of mine has crashed twice on his 7 year old set; once into a tree that had fallen over the road and the other time was a 170km/h low side, they are still on the bike are working flawlessly.

One thing to realise is that cf unlike mag or alu will not bend. An alu rim might take a good blow and buckle... possibly get re rolled and be back in business... or go unnoticed. A cf rim will crack although it will take much more force to do so.

There's always risk, the stock wheels could develop a pinhole or crack just as easily. Any way to each their own but just good to look at both sides. The benefits far outweigh the risks imo.

Post 2942 by jmann,

#2942
All I am saying is these are facts. You do with them what you will. I know facts because I was part of a group buy for one of my bikes. I researched them and through my travels I learned a lot about BST that is not in the web.

There were lots of incidents in the US in recent times with Black stone tek products and law suites galore. Distributors and trying to keep it quiet so people like you can throw more of their earned cash their way.

'Just because you can, it doesn't mean you should'

I will not post further replies on the BST subject. You do with it what you will.

I am sure they have done what they can to resolve issues they had. I hope for your sake and anyone's that goes down this route. I would take a set if alloys any day.

Quote from a recent example here:


Just a heads up this wheel failure has been keep secret for some time this is a copy of the contract from Brock Davidson that he tried to get me to sign to keep my mouth shut. Whats your imput on it. I will only post the first paragraph there is 4 pages of this minipulation. There is a moral duty for me to get this out before someone gets killed. Brocks Performance and BST has already known about this they were going to send me a wheel that is supose to be 30 percent stronger. These wheels need to be removed from our sport. Our lives are not worth 1 or 2 lbs of weight. 100 percent better is not strong enough.

RELEASE AND SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
For the sole consideration of payment to KENNETH EDWARDS and/or K
aluminium, INC., of the collective sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) the receipt and
sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the undersigned, Kenneth Edwards and/or K
aluminium, Inc. (“Releasors’), by these presents do for themselves, their heirs, executors,
administrators and assigns, release, acquit and forever discharge Brock Davidson Enterprises,
Inc. aka Brock’s Performance Products, Brock Davidson, individually (hereinafter collectively
“Brocks”) and/or Black Stone Tek Ltd. (“BST”) (or all collectively “Releasees”),their officers,
affiliates, successors, heirs, assigns, officers, shareholders, employees, owners, partners and/or
all other persons, firms or corporations who might be liable or who might be claimed to be
liable, none of whom admit any liability, from any and all claims, demands, damages, actions,
causes of action or suits of any kind or nature whatsoever, costs, loss of services, expenses,
compensation, third party actions, and particularly on account of injuries or damages, known and
unknown, which have resulted or may in the future develop, or in any way arising out of the
damage to Releasors’ Suzuki Hayabusa Pro Street race motorcycle on or about the 2nd day of
June, 2012 (sometimes hereinafter referred to as the “incident”).



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Post 2943 by OZsuperduker,

#2943
:lol I'm not quoting from whats on the web, just first hand experiences from owners/friends who have run the on the street for years. I know someone personally who's had a front crack, so I'm not sticking my head in the sand and saying failure is impossible, of course it is but its possible on any wheel.

To each their own. And thank you for being polite enough to wish me and anyone else that buys them the best of luck Is it a risk? Of course, but so is the bike attached to them, and riding it, and life in general, so on and so forth.

I actually begged BST to make the 5 spoke but they said they wouldn't until they do further testing and in their words "because the bike is a head banger". lol

Just out of curiosity (honestly... I'm not wanting to start a pissing contest, I'm just curious), have you seen or herd about any of the 7 spoked BSTs cracking?

Post 2944 by aracheon,

#2944
I have not. It's mostly the 2003-2008 production models that had issues. There were some repeat incidents in 2012, however these were not as bad or fatal. And I think BST have addressed these to a large extent.

I think in 99% of situations you will be fine and have nothing to worry about. It's the 1% that scares me enough to warn even strangers

A friend riding a Yamaha Vmax (much heavier bike on wheels granted) drove through a pot hole that he didn't see till her was in it. It was only about 100mm deep it did the job of cracking his front wheel which he didn't notice at the time till he once again reached speed over 100km/hr when the front became very wobbly and almost had a tank slapper

I don't think there is anything wrong with the wheels, I just don't think they work well on our Australia shitty roads.

Your bike looks shit hot by the way in the better orange colour. Seeing you are in Melbourne maybe we will hook up for a ride one day

Keep the shiny side up.


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Post 2946 by ktmguy,

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Post 2947 by ebags,

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Post 2948 by ktmguy,

#2948
You can't deny the fact is saves weight. not my cuppa on a 25k bike but then my 4k exhaust makes me no faster... so who's got the last laugh.

Post 2949 by aracheon,

#2949
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Post 2950 by Davo-Singapore,

#2950
You need to wash your wheels.

Post 2951 by ktmguy,

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Post 2953 by aracheon,

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Post 2954 by Miki,

#2954
Pinebox used to make a shorty exhaust for the old 636s.

It had a slash-cut exit, similar to the Taylormade ones for the new Honda 1000RRs. I always thought those looked cool - might look good in this application too.

Post 2955 by Aphex,

#2955
Whaaat after 2 months
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Just plug and play. There's place for bracket. Open battery lid and plug in.
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What do i get? Last setting will stay BUT when turn ignition on will get warning Sure that will disappear if push scroll button. Am i satisfied? Better then nothing or pushing buttons every time. Cost 105€.
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Race dongle is made by http://www.montel.it and don't ask i wont open it, it's casting.

Post 2956 by aracheon,

#2956
Finally finished the airbox install and replacing the battery. It fired right up and oh fooking boy that induction sound is amazing.

However my Mivv Y pipe is cracked at the weld...so now I have to weld it back up. I won't have my Tig welder back until September first either -_______-

NEO! Now is your chance to send me that prototype exhaust for the 990 you've been working on at AR.


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Post 2957 by Aphex,

#2957
*Sends Mivv a copy of the James Lincoln "Metals and How to Weld Them" book*

Post 2958 by aracheon,

#2958
Maybe if I crop it right Ducati pete or BassAgent will come have a look.

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Post 2959 by jambox,

#2959

Post 2960 by 81forest,

#2960
My oh my, that's a lovely crack you've got there Aphex.

Post 2961 by BassAgent,

#2961
Aphex I seem to be forever following in your foot steps... my Leo pipes have a crack in the same place at the Y pipe, although it's a smaller one for photoshopping purposes.
Currently running the stock boat anchor again. Hope you find a nice local TIG-ger to help out for cheap.

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Post 2962 by Aphex,

#2962
Fine issue good sir, fine "issue." I think I need to see a couple more pics of your "issue."

Post 2963 by ktmguy,

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Post 2969 by Miki,

#2969
Toveri Miki: Olen pahoillani Suomessa. Sinun täytyy leikata sen auki, koska frend täytyy tietää. [/quote]

Google translator did pretty good job or you have clever kangaroos down there

Post 2970 by Aphex,

#2970
Been thinking about getting a boat lately.

And the Mivv's just aren't cutting it anymore...So I modified my exhaust a little....

It was a small hairline crack, after a 5 minute test ride with the new airbox it turned into this gaping hole.

So if anyone has a stock SD header they want to sell, please let me know.


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Post 2971 by 81forest,

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Post 2972 by Aphex,

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Post 2973 by ktmguy,

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Post 2974 by OZsuperduker,

#2974
Got my wheels done

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Post 2978 by jmann,

#2978
Comrades: These are nice but can I suggest you edit out the photo's in your replies so we are not scrolling forever past copies of the same photos.

Post 2979 by jmann,

#2979
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Post 2980 by gringo,

#2980
Delivered my 1290 @ my local dealer for the 15.000 km service!
I am going to work tomorrow at an oil rig, so it should be ready to race when i get home in 2 weeks

Post 2981 by Aphex,

#2981
Persuaded a friend to buy one too!

Post 2982 by gringo,

#2982
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Post 2983 by ktmguy,

#2983
He's a headbanger, rides trials and can do things with bikes I can only dream of... It's about time I wasn't the quickest in the group!

Post 2984 by Aphex,

#2984
Today the little bitch has been put for sale, when the dealer givesbher back she is gone, sd1290 good motor shame about the rest, real mess by KTM letting a bike out like this and it was not even a short time they have had to design and test

Post 2985 by nampus,

#2985
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Post 2986 by aracheon,

#2986
Hahaha you are correct tho, when i think back to my sd990 i think what has happened to ktm, even my rc8 was not this poorly thought out

Post 2987 by BassAgent,

#2987
Decided to do an oil change late tonight. Removed the bottom bolt, removed clutch side filter, removed main filter, then decided it was time to start filling it back up.

I probably should have done it earlier when I was thinking more properly.

I quickly realised I had forgotten to drain the oil tank after it completely filled up right away haha. Luckily I had enough oil still to finish the job

Post 2988 by AGRO!,

#2988
Hey Bass did you check the oil screen in the oil tank?

Post 2989 by BassAgent,

#2989
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Post 2990 by AGRO!,

#2990
LOL at least your having a go.
Anyhow you won't forget next time.

Post 2992 by BassAgent,

#2992
The sad thing is, this is my 4th or 5th time doing it lol. I know how to do it, yet.... well I guess I just wasn't focused enough haha

Post 2993 by ripzay,

#2993
Went for a blast up the A640 (with the intention of seeing 2 lancaster bombers fly over - they went a different route ).. then brought her in for the night....

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Post 2994 by 81forest,

#2994
Bikes in the kitchen, excellent. Don't ever get married!

Post 2995 by ripzay,

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Post 2996 by 81forest,

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Post 2997 by Aphex,

#2997
went for a ride 230 miles first real ride with the
pp seat
wow 230 miles and No Monkey Butt
i lost both of my reservoir socks
on a super straight away
nothing but back roads with No Cops
this bike really hauls ass
only problem i have is as it hits the
first light (8500 rpm ) i can feel the
rear wheel start to spin then the tc light
comes on only happens in first 3 gears
high speed passing usually pulls the
front wheel up and the tc light comes on
this bike turned into a real animal once
i installed the full akra system

Post 2998 by 81forest,

#2998
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Post 2999 by AGRO!,

#2999
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Post 3000 by Mackie,

#3000
Yes brake and clutch fluids good idea..

Post 3001 by jambox,

#3001
Had a major fuel leak. Was all geared up and ready to rock, when spotted fuel pissing all over the place.
Recently I replaced petrol tank on my SD 05 to the one from 07+, which needed longer fuel hose. I bought a standard one and that was a mistake. It was fine for few days, but it swollen after a while and slipped off the fuel pump. My fault
New reinforced fuel hose on its way.

Well, it gave me the opportunity to ride my GSXR 750 custom chopper, that was a bit unused since the arrival of SD earlier this summer. Forgot how much fun that bad girl is!

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Post 3002 by Mackie,

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Post 3004 by Mackie,

#3004
Are you allowed to ride around with a ball bat like that?

I'd be concerned here in Murica, let alone a country that has considered banning kitchen knives.

Post 3005 by jambox,

#3005
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Post 3006 by jambox,

#3006
Took my 990 to BSD engineering just outside Peterborough for a dyno run and custom map.

Really worth making the trip down to them and getting the cash together to do it. Mark the dyno guru is very knowledgeable and explains everything that he does. My biggest ask was to get rid of the nasty low down throttle response and get rid of the horrid snatchy switch like transition from off to on.

The result is outstanding. It's like a different bike now there is so much more control down low. Roundabouts are now a pleasure rather than a guess and a lurch. So glad that I got it done.

Post 3007 by Adrock990r,

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Post 3008 by Aphex,

#3008
I've found that it's actually cheaper to just replace the stock covers if you grind them down, rather than protect then with something more expensive.

If you still have your heart set on crash protection GB Racing still sells the full set . RG also sells some parts however neither look as trick as the Rizoma stuff.

The upper and lower sliders have saved my ass on two separate occasions during wheelie practice

Post 3009 by ripzay,

#3009
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Post 3010 by Adrock990r,

#3010
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Post 3011 by MrK,

#3011
Not today, but few days ago Dynoed by Kev @ Projex using tune ecu. Wow, not this bike performs

Done last week: removed secondary flies, SAS, crankcase breather mod, airbox changed to Rotty intake, Cordona QS. WOOOOOOOOOWWW blody hell
Rottweiler intake - seriously making difference and the sound when you whack it open is smashing!

How it was before:

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Removal of secondary flies;

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Cleaned throttle bodies with not required anymore plugs secured:

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This is what i removed from my bike:

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New stuff

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Breather mod visible on below photos:

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Quickshifter:

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I was grinning like crazy during Sunday ride. Good that I have dark tinted visor on my helmet so nobody noticed that




Just side panel missing
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Post 3012 by Aphex,

#3012
MrK is that a pre filter too?

Got a little video of the sound from the new airbox for those of you that don't have one yet, get it.

Post 3013 by 81forest,

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Post 3016 by macca,

#3016
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Custom tail tidy to go with the loudest exhaust ever made

Post 3017 by MrK,

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Post 3018 by ripzay,

#3018
Just wanted to say a massive thanks to GPFan for sending over my new grab rail and tank bag which he shipped from the USA to the UK for me.. He also threw in some motohooligan secondary flies which I simply wasn't expecting..

Fitted all three items today and went for a short ride, the flies have instantly smoothed out the low rev range.. Woohoo.

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Post 3019 by Aphex,

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Post 3020 by Doon,

#3020
Thrashed the tits off it for a couple of hundred miles around the Cairngorms. Great fun

Post 3021 by robjederuiter,

#3021
Valve clearances done, still in spec.
Fitted new shoes on the 525 ready for the track and hoon about town

Post 3022 by macca,

#3022
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Post 3023 by GTiR1080,

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Post 3024 by macca,

#3024
Well not today, but fitted a set of new levers to my SD before heading up to perth on it for the weekend.


Unfortunately I had all the Hydraulic fluid for the clutch leak out while up there , so had to get my sister to bring her SS Ute up and get me.

Post 3025 by Aphex,

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Post 3027 by BassAgent,

#3027
The cans look great, bet they sound awsome. I'm not jellous at all

Post 3028 by ripzay,

#3028
Found this one on instagram, pretty sure they're custom and loud as fook too.

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Post 3029 by 81forest,

#3029
Just finished up with the rott. perf air box and pcv, it compliments the AR GP2 pipe I already have on it. Mid range torque is A rush!!!! Will dyno tune in a few weeks

Post 3030 by big_sur,

#3030
Killer. Lancasters are superboss. They sound so good. I keep hearing good things about these roti boxes too. Thinking I might run std pipes/box for a while so I can appreciate the difference more!

Post 3031 by Doon,

#3031
900 miles of smiles...
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Post 3032 by macca,

#3032
Had a trip with a mate this afternoon.. About 180km.

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Post 3033 by Doon,

#3033
Rear sets went on...

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^Finally took a sharpie to the stitching. It's kind of gray so I might hit it with Staedtler.

Post 3034 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3034


Fitted a Shorai battery and new radar detector cover.

Post 3035 by wizzzard,

#3035
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Post 3036 by AGRO!,

#3036
Its loud but I made a baffle that inserts where the new pipe mates with the original one.
Cops dont worry us here for noise, harleys are way louder.

Post 3037 by Shiroyu,

#3037
Rode her home from the dealer today

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Post 3038 by ktmguy,

#3038
Water pump rebuild using the old tried and tested method from http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthre ... 40&page=16 I was starting to get a rattle from the front of the bike when under load below 5k revs. Looked over everything and nothing was loose. Been losing a bit of water from the overflow tank so thinking water pump. Probably due anyway as the SDR has 20k miles on the clock now. Hopefully that cures it as the cam chain tensioner seems fine.

Post 3039 by AGRO!,

#3039
did you changed oil recently ? We had some bad oilfilters here in Holland causing the same noise., but if you were loosing coolant too it probably be the waterpump.

Post 3040 by ktmguy,

#3040
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Post 3041 by jmann,

#3041
Just a little bit of bling added on todayImage

Post 3042 by ktmguy,

#3042
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Post 3043 by jmann,

#3043
Gave her a good wash the dirty gurl!

Post 3044 by ktmguy,

#3044
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#3045
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Post 3046 by ktmguy,

#3046
Comrade Guy: I thought you said somewhere that you had learned to weld - don't let abc see

Post 3047 by jambox,

#3047
Good effort there Max. It actually looks half decent on the bike, so don't know why you were saying not to laugh

Post 3048 by jambox,

#3048
Over the weekend I saw it for the first in almost a year, then trailered it from one place of storage (my dads workshop) to another (my mates garage).

Had a quick look over it before sticking it on the trailer, looks like I'll be getting another tank hen I get round to putting it back on the road, as some rather lovely blisters/pimples have turned up....

Post 3049 by big_sur,

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Post 3051 by Nukem,

#3051
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Post 3052 by hossa00,

#3052
New DNA air box arrived today, carefully fitted this evening and looks good, really happy with the service from DNA.

I will Finish off fitting tank and plastics in the morning and I am looking forward to looking for local dyno for next week.

Post 3053 by ktmguy,

#3053
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Post 3054 by AGRO!,

#3054
fitted Rottweiler filter and sas block of plates, new set plugs and oil+filters

read a bit about the front block of plate been a nightmare but 30 mins had it fitted, not as bad as I expected, very tight but luck was with me today and got both 6mm screws started after 10mins cursing

hopefully theres a download out there for the pc3, anybody have a map they can mail me?, full akra evo system(baffles in), o2 sensors removed, sas removed, rotty air box, hopefully at some point get it set up on rollers,

can anybody tell me what the little short rubber hose with plug in it is for? it came with the little sas resister connector, is this used if you don't remove the sas?

Post 3055 by scamb66,

#3055
Good work mate As for the hose I'm not sure but its sounds like it might go on the back of the standard air box were the SAS valve hose is connected.

Post 3056 by oczer79,

#3056
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Post 3057 by Nukem,

#3057
Curious to see how much damage it's done. On my MT-01 it was over 1000$, but it fell on the headers side (very expensive heat guards)...
It's important to always tie the cover underneath the bike to avoid the sail effect, I learned that at my expense.

Post 3058 by ktmguy,

#3058
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Post 3063 by ktmguy,

#3063
wind sucks haha. Waiting to hear back about the dollar amount for the damages. Just hope it doesnt take a while for the parts to come in...Hopefully the forks are an easy fix (just need to be realigned). Also found a few small scratches on the plastic front fender and side fairing, but they are so small I may opt to put that money towards an exhaust

Post 3064 by Tum,

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Post 3066 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3066
200$ and 3 points, I'll survice. Just wish I had the Kawasaki H2R, I'd still have all my points
At least my 2 wheels were touching the ground.

Post 3067 by AGRO!,

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Post 3069 by xrpilot,

#3069
The rego reminding just arriving yesterday along with insurance. Pretty much cost the same with my fright+crated to Thailand ($1,400). It is just the right time.
AGRO, almost 4 years here with no ticket on SD just once on my car cruising in the middle of nowhere. Bloody unmarked pulled me over for speeding. But heaps of ticket back home, each ticket cost me just slightly under the price of toll around Brisbane.

Post 3070 by Aphex,

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Post 3071 by AGRO!,

#3071
Today I cleaned and lubricated the chain for a ride tomorrow. If it stops raining.

I also checked the coolant level and its a little lower than the max line in the reservoir. I know I even bought a $7 funnel with a flexible hose just to top it off when I flushed the coolant a couple of months ago. Will keep a keen eye on that. And probably purchase the water pump rebuild kit just in case.

For those in Central FL. We'll be riding Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties. If interested lemme know.

Post 3072 by jmann,

#3072
Peeled them off. I hate decals. I would have been happy if the side cover was just the grey color, but was really surprised to see it turn out like that. I like how it matches the front headlight's "1290" cleared over decal. Of course I think the wheels should have come from the factory powder coated orange(or given the choice) on both the black and orange sdr. If I owned the orange sdr, I would have the rear powder coated white and front orange without the "racing" tag most like.

Post 3073 by ktmguy,

#3073
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Post 3074 by robjederuiter,

#3074
Johnny - Looks like you are running the arrow de-cat now, how are you finding it?

Post 3075 by bic_bicknell,

#3075
I've only started it in the garage (which I know makes it louder) but it's pretty loud for my taste. I really like the looks and believe it's around 6lbs lighter. I'm curious to see how it sounds under load, hoping that it will be reasonable with light throttle because of where I live. It was $334 without the catalyzer Remus makes one for around $180 but doesn't have the "silencer" built in and is straight unlike the bodis. I haven't heard the bodis or the Remus to compare mine to as far as the sound level to tell you if the "silencer" portion of the arrow makes much of a difference to justify the price over the Remus. However, I personally think the arrow mid pipe is the best looking mid pipe for the stock system. But like my grandfather said, "If everybody liked the same thing they all would have been after your grandmother".

Post 3076 by AGRO!,

#3076
Maximus, like that when you peel them off. It is some work to peel off the stickers.

Post 3077 by scamb66,

#3077
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Post 3078 by BassAgent,

#3078
No, no clear over the side cover stickers. The front headlight sticker is cleared over. It's just the stickers are very thin material and strong glue. So you have to be very careful about getting the edge started and pulling the decal that wants to break easily. When finished, I used a microfiber towel and Meguiars ultimate polish and went over the areas where the adhesive was. You can go over the whole side fairing as well, although I would say not to go to crazy since it's more of a matt finish. Plus use a microfiber towel.

Post 3079 by AGRO!,

#3079
Here is a better picture without the flash. Yes ALL decals are removed in this picture. Notice how the cleared over tank decals and the removed decals line up and colors match up very neat.
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Post 3080 by bic_bicknell,

#3080
Nice!! i am doing this to mine!

Post 3081 by scamb66,

#3081
Well the insurance adjuster wrote the check and the parts have been ordered to replace all the damage...so my bike is just waiting at my local service shop now I wish I had her back...

Post 3082 by No. 47,

#3082


Full Black Remus exhaust. Sounds like a real beast now.

Edit: fixed link ktmguy.

Post 3083 by bic_bicknell,

#3083
Fitted a PCV and an autotune and some nice mirrors.
Welded the 18mm bungs in and took it for a spin.
Feels smoother straight away and sounds crisper too.

Will post some pics but to busy sorting out a mate's ZX10R with a PCV and autotune too.
Also sorting a few things his dealer should have done before letting anyone riding that bike on the road.

Post 3084 by No. 47,

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Post 3085 by ktmguy,

#3085
Good news! All the replacement parts came in today so my bike should be ready to pick up sometime next week

Post 3086 by BassAgent,

#3086
Was a tough call for first mod, was either pipe, airbox and tune or the rims. The rims won as I've always wanted of a set Will report back on how they go after I get them fitted and the suspension re-sprung and re-valved

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Post 3087 by jmann,

#3087
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Post 3088 by ktmguy,

#3088
Whelp I WAS getting the duke ready for the track next month, BUT life sucks and shit on those plans.

Yesterday, fell over on my triumph at like 10mph, low and behold I either broke the gears, or did something else that requires me to split the case. That's two motors now for that bike.

Took my supermoto out to go meet my friends in LA and eat dinner tonight, engine sputtered and died on me halfway there. After a series of small crawls and waiting 10min inbetween to make it back, it is also out of commission.

Hopefully the duke holds out for me now.

Post 3089 by Aphex,

#3089
Comrade BassAgent: In the old seafaring days your shipmates would have nicknamed you Jona

Post 3090 by AGRO!,

#3090
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Post 3092 by Nukem,

#3092
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Post 3093 by Aphex,

#3093
I got new rubber! Pilot power 3s

Post 3094 by ktmguy,

#3094
I put a new ($15) bolt and barrel nut on the exhaust clamp on the Y pipe. Just stopped 15 minutes into my ride and it's already rattled loose and disappeared somewhere down the highway. There must be better solution!

Post 3095 by Nukem,

#3095
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Post 3096 by Strappy,

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Post 3097 by AGRO!,

#3097
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Post 3098 by Aphex,

#3098
Today i`ve add a new Powerparts rear set kit to my new SD1290...a lot of extra already set on my bike...now my baby is ready to race...Image
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here with the rear set!!!
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Post 3099 by Strappy,

#3099
Bought it and rode it home from Aberdeen in the rain, about 575 miles in one hit. Mainly motorways so it's a little early for concrete impressions but I'm extremely happy so far.

Post 3100 by twitte,

#3100
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Post 3101 by Aphex,

#3101
Installed my eBay integrated smoke light. If anyone is on the fence about buying the ones shipped from China don't worry about it, they're actually great quality and look to be the same as the ones that are being sold for more than $100.

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Running lights.
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Brake light (very bright, borderline obnoxious like the cadillac led tail lights).

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There are separate yellow leds for the blinkers so when using the brake or running light the yellow leds flash instead of the red ones alternating to yellow. All in all I'm very happy with it for $50 plus it gets rid of the stock red hemorrhoid.

Post 3102 by steeeve66,

#3102
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Post 3103 by StuartJ,

#3103
Looks great! Can you post the ebay link to the light you got? Where are you going to mount your license plate? Thanks


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Post 3104 by ktmguy,

#3104
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Post 3105 by AGRO!,

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Post 3106 by bic_bicknell,

#3106
Took my 1290 to the track for the first time! Laguna Seca in November, perfect weather, 76F, incredible track, incredible bike. I fitted Dunlop Q3's running at 30psi Front 29psi Rear, worked beautifully all day. I'm even more in love with this bike than ever and can't wait to get it back on the track again.



Post 3107 by bic_bicknell,

#3107
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Post 3108 by BassAgent,

#3108
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Post 3109 by AGRO!,

#3109
Made a bracket to move the ignition switch to a nicer spot, under the tank where the airbox used to be

Post 3110 by BassAgent,

#3110
Flash mate. It didn't work

When I bought the bike new it didn't work well. When I bedded in the pads it never worked any better. After two years I swapped the calliper out for a black SDR item and it worked better but not that well. Hope this is better. I've heard good things about this conversion but haven't yet tested it because I have no battery.

I'm old school. Despite obviously relying on my front brakes for most of stopping I still like a back brake that actually has some feel and ability. I use it a lot to help with hard braking in the wet to take a bit of pressure off the front tyre. I use it to settle the back end coming into corners sometimes - can't explain why but it's an old habit. And I use it a lot when filtering through traffic as a back up emergency stop or when I need to use my right hand to do something else. And I use it when I'm going really slow to counter a high rev and slipped throttle when it gives you loads more control. All this stuff about not using a back brake is missing out on what they can add.

But you need one that works and is progressive and not just an on/off lever.

Post 3111 by ktmguy,

#3111
Not superduke related but.. I finally decided to get some (much needed) new gear. My Icon jacket has seen 4 spills, my Knox handroids have seen 3, and my helmet is pretty beat up.

Got a new pair of black Knox Handroids coming, An Arai Corsair V helmet, and a Dainese Speed Naked jacket.

That hurt my wallet. A lot.

Oh, I picked up a standard seat setup as well, plus a set of tank fairings and headlight cowling, and a spare suter clutch basket

Post 3112 by AGRO!,

#3112
Just charge it to santa!

Post 3113 by hossa00,

#3113
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Post 3114 by ktmguy,

#3114
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Post 3115 by AGRO!,

#3115
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Post 3116 by DribbleDuke,

#3116
Of all the things you can do to you super duke, I think I did the ultimate. I RODE IT!!Image
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Post 3117 by Aphex,

#3117
yesterday was my birthday , and i get a new birthdaypresent from my girlfriend ....a new soft seat


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Post 3118 by AGRO!,

#3118
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Post 3119 by shadowman,

#3119
Brown seat??

Post 3120 by ktmguy,

#3120
I looked at mine covered in saw dust. Shame on me.

Post 3121 by ktmguy,

#3121
jonnyrotton you have to get some one with a DSLR to shoot your bike. That's a great looking machine.

Post 3122 by AGRO!,

#3122
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Post 3123 by ktmguy,

#3123
Took the rear end apart
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Painted everything grey to black. Including rearsets
And then put it back together
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Coming up: shorter tail, new mirrors, maybe other rear indicators ( trying to mount indicators to bar end mirrors, will see how this turns out) and replace the rear tyre. Last one was Sportsmart 2, now thinking of Diablo Rosso 2, any suggestions ?

Post 3124 by BassAgent,

#3124
Pilot power 3s

Post 3125 by AGRO!,

#3125
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Post 3126 by Miki,

#3126
Dunlop Q3's are an amazing tyre, let alone the price!

Post 3127 by cessnatpa,

#3127
took my 1290 to dealer for off season store next 3-4 months. Bike is clean, oil + filter changed, steering head checked and rear hub assembly changed. Rear hub fixed without asking They said there was little play. I call that service
Before next season they will do rotweiler and PCV assembly if I want. I'm happy paying customer when I get service

Post 3128 by cessnatpa,

#3128


Installed GPS using a RAM mount

Post 3129 by Aphex,

#3129
And reflective wheel tape I got off EBay.





Post 3130 by Nukem,

#3130
What are those orange things on your forks?

Post 3131 by Oompaloompa,

#3131
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Post 3132 by scamb66,

#3132
TechSpecs on

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Orange rad cover from R&G
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Yoshi fender elim
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Wired up some leads (powerlet heavy duty) for heated gear and charging my phone
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Post 3133 by ktmguy,

#3133
[quote="frogfish"]TechSpecs on

Orange rad cover from R&G
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Hi frogfish,
do you mind posting a couple more pics of the bike from around the front and sides ( sort of at a NE and SE perspective) as I want to see more clearly how the orange rad guard looks on the bike. Am considering the same option, thanks.
Al

Post 3134 by scamb66,

#3134
Do you have any clearance issues with the steering damper with that radiator guard?

Post 3135 by OZsuperduker,

#3135
Trackbike project is coming along nicely

Grabbed a bargain on some Akra headers to marry up to my exhaust that No:1 son managed to change the chicken shit welding into TIG'd loveliness





Moved the ignition switch for less clutter upfront, on advice it's further inboard now. Sits flush with the Ally mount.







these are all finished bar anodising




Finally a BIG shout for No:2 son thumbsup

After the French rearset debacle, decided to modify some 2nd hand Gilles pegs to suit.

They're a shitty dull gold colour atm, but they'll go in the anodising black bag with the other stuff.


He's CNC'd my new hanger plates (16 yrs old btw) They are stunning, noticeably better than the Gilles ones....


Post 3136 by Aphex,

#3136
Not a g.d.t... she has been sitting in the dark for about three months

Post 3137 by scamb66,

#3137
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Post 3138 by Davo-Singapore,

#3138
warm yet?? winter is just coming and there will be no riding for 4 months.... i think...
IF i dont get to try my speedo correction

Post 3139 by OZsuperduker,

#3139
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Post 3140 by aracheon,

#3140
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Post 3141 by ktmguy,

#3141
I decided to clean my chain and sprockets and made up a plastic template/guard to stop all the crap going all over my bike. Ignore the written dimensions on the template as they relate to an old racecar sump guard I made for someone else.


I have now cleaned everything in preparation for removing the rear sprocket so I can be the first to design and manufacture a 40 tooth for the rear of the 1290.

It should be perfect for my local riding conditions with the new ratio. I just have to find the time in the new year to do the cad and the machining and of course find the right materials for the blank. But for now its all clean for christmas!

Post 3142 by ktmguy,

#3142
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Post 3143 by scamb66,

#3143
There sure are a lot of fancy gadgets in the world to make things easy for everyone

Post 3144 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3144
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Post 3145 by ktmguy,

#3145
I installed my long awaited Akra EVO system!

Heres a short time-lapse of the job



Link fixed. ktmguy

Post 3146 by michelangiolo,

#3146
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Post 3147 by prikkie,

#3147
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Post 3148 by Aphex,

#3148
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Post 3149 by AGRO!,

#3149
Found out that the Subframe weighs 6.6 lbs which, to me, means that a titanium subframe will shave off enough weight to be worth the bucks.

Sending the subframe out to have a titanium one fabricated.

Post 3150 by DribbleDuke,

#3150
Say lots of italian blasfemes to remote the front sas plate, installed black off plate finally

Post 3151 by Adrock990r,

#3151
My 2014 rims are painted. Also added some pictures of 2015 rims. Quality of the casting is 100 times better than mine. KTM should be ashamed !!!!!!
















Post 3152 by ktmguy,

#3152
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Post 3153 by Adrock990r,

#3153
What the hell has happened to KTM those rims look so bad?
I purchased new tyres recently now my rear wheel didnt need any weight to balance and the front has one small balance weight. Says a lot about the 990 rims over the 1290.

Post 3154 by scamb66,

#3154
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Post 3155 by oczer79,

#3155
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Post 3156 by scamb66,

#3156
Today I fitted a pair of mirror extenders, I can see behind me now.....

Post 3157 by bic_bicknell,

#3157
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Post 3158 by scamb66,

#3158
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Post 3159 by bic_bicknell,

#3159
Fitted legal numberplate, rear indicators and disconnected my integrated tail light. I didn't bother to fit baffles in Akras so they were loud.

Rode to the MOT center in the pissing rain. Passed MOT.

Rode home in the pissing rain, re-fitted illegal numberplate, removed rear indicators and connected my integrated tail light.

Job done for another year.

Post 3160 by jmann,

#3160
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Post 3161 by No. 47,

#3161
Which bit is that? A 20 minute fiddle with a few bolts or riding in the UK in the pissing rain on diesel soaked roads that have so many potholes I sometimes wish I'd kept my Supermoto?

But actually, most of my previous bikes over the decades often needed some work to pass the MOT each year. Every time there would be wheel or swing arm bearings to replace or the horn wouldn't work or tyres were below the legal limit. With old bikes and limited finances the MOT time was always a time for accepting the inevitable expenditure. As I've got older and my bikes newer this has been less of an issue and as I've owned this SD from new it's never had to have anything done in prep for the MOT. I guess that the reality is that if your bike is working properly and fit for a track then it should sail through a basic MOT easily.

But old habits die hard and it only seems right to me that you have to have a fiddle and put in some sort of effort so changing over a few things is no hassle at all to me.

(Compared to running old Type2 VW camper vans non of the above is hard. I've had three of these and even the best one would regularly fail for so many reasons - from structural failure to emissions. An average MOT would usually cost me £300 - £600 a year).

Post 3162 by oczer79,

#3162
Well, I decided to shift my SD over a bit in it's hibernation spot. As I was lifting the back of the bike up on the rear paddock stand, the right pincer claw had not located on one spool. I always stand on the left whilst doing this procedure and because of space, I was on the right side. As I lifted her up,the claw put a nasty scratch in the black paint on the swing arm . Anyone know what type of paint I can use to correct my cock up

Post 3163 by aracheon,

#3163
Well Comrades: Just took one of the 990's (the Martini race colours one) out for a run today to keep the lithium battery charged and the fluids moving. Having ridden the 1290 mainly in the last few months the experience was interesting:

Within seconds I thought "Wow! There's still life in the old girl yet". A little further and I thought "Umm, actually these 2006 bikes handle pretty well - turn in nicely and feel quite direct, plenty of power". 200Km+ later and I thought "Umm nice gearing and the throttle feels nice and direct, feels connected." Lurching around the roundabout into my street "Yup same old throttle snatch".

Conclusion: I'm so lucky to have three of these collectors items - theres nothing wrong with the older models. They are perfectly ridable bikes and handle very nicely. The new one has effortless power, beautiful slipper and nice handling. If I could get rid of the nanny stuff on the 1290 and let it have the raw edginess of the older bikes it would be perfect...

My advice: Buy up old Superdukes for cheap parts and keep on riding um

Post 3164 by scamb66,

#3164
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Post 3165 by BassAgent,

#3165
BST'S are on and suspension re-sprung and re-valved. The difference is night and day. Faster tip in with less effort, faster side to side, faster acceleration, earlier braking. Best modification I could have done!
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Post 3166 by scamb66,

#3166
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Post 3167 by ktmguy,

#3167
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Post 3168 by lc4,

#3168
Still can't find anything other than BST's as an alternative for the 1290. I'd rather not buy carbon wheels, as it's too hard finding someone to change tyres on them here.

Post 3169 by Adrock990r,

#3169
Polished my headers yesterday.

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Post 3170 by Miki,

#3170
Just came from Germany to my door Almost crisp new DOT 4514.
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What the heck is 3rd Mutant?

Post 3171 by ktmguy,

#3171
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Post 3172 by Miki,

#3172
I don't think the metzeler will fit the 1290 mate! [/quote]

And now you said that But 260 rear tyre look great
Its for my friends V-ROD. He save over 100€ than buying local.

Post 3173 by Motogoon,

#3173
I installed the Rottweiler intake system, I ordered the stage 3 kit but only put on the TVS and the filter. Bike seems smoother now. Rottweiler Performance is a class act. Chris answered all my questions.

Post 3174 by ktmguy,

#3174


Cleaned the sprocket and took off about 1kg of black gunk from the chain and front sprocket, looking good under all that.
(must add in here that it was the previous owner let it get like that!)



Chucked on some SC1 Supercorsa's

Post 3175 by Motogoon,

#3175
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Post 3176 by roket,

#3176
You have good taste mate! An SD with Pirellis and a granvia! I even stuck my granvia on the container when I came over from NZ! [/quote]

Haha classic, good spotting!

Post 3177 by roket,

#3177
Just arrived today!!! GP2 Carbon. Super excited to get this up and running. Now I just need the snow to melt

Post 3178 by ma1290rky,

#3178
Niiiiiiiiice! ^^

We want pics and Videos!!

Post 3179 by roket,

#3179
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Post 3180 by jambox,

#3180
The AR exhausts are the only exhausts for this bike in my opinion. I heard the Akra full system and pipe and it doesn't compare.

Post 3181 by shadowman,

#3181
..don't forget to take off your SAS and change the air filter (or fit a Rotty) before your dyno to get the best out of the motor.

Pipe looks nice too and that is some serious weight to save.

Post 3182 by jambox,

#3182
upload the vid anyway!

Post 3183 by ktmguy,

#3183
Fitted a hid projector, thinking if i should add the upper h3 hid as well for high beams. Next on the list is to check oil filter for water pump failure. It better be the source of the infamous "clackety clack". Mind as well check clutch bolts while im on it.


Post 3184 by smackman,

#3184
Got the Central lift for my 1290 today.
Awesome lifting Device.

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Post 3185 by MADDOG53,

#3185
Awesome looking 1290 Olden !!! was fitting racedecals a bitch ?

Post 3186 by xrpilot,

#3186
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Post 3187 by ktmguy,

#3187
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Post 3188 by jmann,

#3188
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Post 3189 by Strappy,

#3189
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Post 3190 by Chefket,

#3190
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Post 3191 by AGRO!,

#3191
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Post 3192 by BassAgent,

#3192
I talked my wife into washing my SD with me for valintines day.

Post 3193 by Nukem,

#3193
I installed some Rental Fatbars (827 Bend) in orange on course.

I like them...


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Post 3194 by cdlabate,

#3194
installed the pegs i bought from
motohooligan took 5 min
fit n finish excellent!!!!!!!
great guy to deal with

Post 3195 by AGRO!,

#3195
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Post 3196 by BassAgent,

#3196
cant post any pics
send me your e mail and i will send pics

Post 3197 by Chefket,

#3197
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Post 3198 by alobar,

#3198
τoday, i got 140km closer to the first service
only 250km left under break in period.

Post 3199 by bic_bicknell,

#3199
Just attached my Top Block Sliders! ImageImage

Post 3200 by hossa00,

#3200
I fitted new pads to my Brembo monoblocks. The old pads were brilliant against the cast iron rotors I run but not in the wet. In the wet there was a horrible delay.

Hope these are better.

Post 3201 by bic_bicknell,

#3201
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Post 3202 by Reb,

#3202
yestday bling parts arrived , my new refurbished special "highscore"remus superduke 990 header ---can´t wait for a test ride after dyno setup

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Post 3203 by ma1290rky,

#3203
I thought about fitting some rim tape.

Post 3204 by MrK,

#3204
I replaced the alloy water pipe that runs to the water pump. The old one developed a pin hole leak. Pulled off the water pump housing for a look while I was there, and the impeller looks as good as new. Thats after 32,000 klm on my 08 model. Pretty happy with that.

Post 3205 by hossa00,

#3205
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Post 3206 by alobar,

#3206
Just finished replacing all three sets of brake pads, then replaced rear brake switch as it had stopped working some months ago, now the brake light works with the foot pedal. Finally, while I was at the front end replacing the brake pads I installed some cool looking KTM hard parts wave rotors on the carbon fiber rims. The orange carriers look great next to the carbon rims. I will post some pictures tomorrow, as the bike is in need of a wash and extended test ride.

Post 3207 by MrK,

#3207


Akra' Zorst on.

Post 3208 by bic_bicknell,

#3208
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Post 3209 by Shiroyu,

#3209
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Post 3210 by MrK,

#3210
it is a special series , you could not official buy it at remus ...it has a spezial design and gives you better performance ...
if you want to buy one of the last, the only way is here at the german ktm forum

Post 3211 by hossa00,

#3211
the first service

Post 3212 by hossa00,

#3212
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Post 3213 by ktmguy,

#3213
Hi Olden. Yes I fitted SBS Sintered pads. How could you tell from that photo!?

Silverbear. It's good to see your name on here again!
I don't know what the pads I had on previously because I bought the monoblock callipers from a forum member years ago and it's what he sent me with them. They were brilliant in the dry with the Braketec discs but really scary in the wet!! Like heart wrenchingly crap on motorways in the rain - there was a delay to get them working that felt like whole seconds and at big speeds this was really bum clenching experience! Hope these work well.So far my rotors and carriers are doing really good - no signs of wear or anything. I've probably done about 5K of mileage on them road and track. The cast iron is pretty much a joke in the British weather over winter. Each ride out they rust up completely. It's so bad that sometimes I just can't move the bike in the morning - I have to bounce the bike backwards and forwards a lot to break the bond between the pads and the discs. Last week I had to resort to wacking the callipers with a hammer and a block of wood to release them! Ah, it's all part of the fun! I had Berenger cast iron rotors on my old LC4 Supermoto too and they did the same. I quite like the patina of orange dust that collects all over the front wheel rims and lower engine area over time - sort of cool I think - in a sort of doing the business, functional way! (I should clean my bike more often )

Post 3214 by prikkie,

#3214
@ bic_bicknell
I took a Guess They looked just like mine in shape and color

Post 3215 by MrK,

#3215
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Post 3216 by Chefket,

#3216
Verry verry nice Prikkie
The black ones are faster right?

Where did you get the "ready for this?" sticker? @ the ktm dealer?

Post 3217 by Aphex,

#3217
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Post 3218 by prikkie,

#3218
Beautiful bike prikkie!

Can you do a "how to" for the powerlet outlet that you have installed? Very clean! I like!

Post 3219 by prikkie,

#3219
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#3220
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Post 3221 by Chefket,

#3221
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#3222
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#3223
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#3224
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#3225
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Post 3226 by jambox,

#3226
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#3227
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Post 3228 by Nukem,

#3228
thanks Aphex

Post 3229 by alobar,

#3229
3mm ABS . This was the shape.

Post 3230 by Bluetrees,

#3230
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Post 3231 by BassAgent,

#3231
Superduke: blinkers started blinking rapidly out of nowhere, HID doesn't turn on at all anymore, display on dash fades halfway out, oil is leaking from left bottom side of oil tank and from the bottom of the sight tube (Im not sure if its leaking from the bolt or the tube itself).

Triumph: Replaced the chain and sprockets, put the block-off plates on finally, out on the replacement rearset, put on sliders everywhere. POS making loud noise in 2nd gear. gonna pull it apart. I'm guessing somethig is wrong in the gearbox (chipped tooth/teeth perhaps?) Anyways going to be a bitch regardless to fix.

Need to change to oil on my supermoto so I have something to ride lol

EDIT: Nerd come fix my stuff for me?

Post 3232 by ktmguy,

#3232
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Post 3233 by BassAgent,

#3233
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Post 3234 by ktmguy,

#3234
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Post 3235 by alobar,

#3235
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Post 3236 by BassAgent,

#3236
Found out most my issues (I think)

Oil leak is probably from this... although I didnt see it before so maybe it ripped open when I unbolted it and moved it? lol not sure.
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The headlight was simple... broken fuse. replaced that.

Blinkers..... I need resistors that work I guess.

As for the display halfway fading off... when I'd push on the display, It'd fully show up again. Must be a loose connection somewhere... not sure exactly where though.


The Triumph.... well yeah looks like I was right. Good thing I have the old motor I spun a bearing on stored away... can steal the gearset from it. Gonna be a bit of a job though

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Post 3237 by jambox,

#3237
I'm just about to set off on a 7 hour round trip to collect my Sd.

After 2 years I'm finally going to be able to look at it again whenever I want!

Post 3238 by jambox,

#3238
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Post 3239 by Bert,

#3239
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Post 3240 by Nukem,

#3240
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Post 3241 by stel_0,

#3241
Sneaky after-work wash with my pit crew - senior member (11) is taking photos.

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Post 3242 by stel_0,

#3242
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Post 3243 by alobar,

#3243
A couple of upgrades. R license plate, carbon front half fender and racing brembo caliper+lever

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Post 3244 by stel_0,

#3244
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Post 3245 by bic_bicknell,

#3245
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Post 3246 by prikkie,

#3246
I finally cleaned the bike.


And then this car came and pulled up opposite. I don't like cars much but this one is cool. Good colour finish.

Post 3247 by bic_bicknell,

#3247
Today I put the RACING decalls on my bike


Post 3248 by xrpilot,

#3248
If you ride slow enough to read those then you won't be exactly 'racing' will ya?

Post 3249 by BARP,

#3249
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Post 3250 by prikkie,

#3250
fitted set of rizoma bars and back tyre ready for road now

Post 3251 by Adrock990r,

#3251
Sunday's fiddly bastard of a task was a marmite mod - fly-eye (perforated vinyl) on the headlight. Have yet to decide if I like it or not. Doesn't seem to obstruct the headlight too much, and definitely changes the face of the bike. Forgot to take a "before" pic though, of course...



Post 3252 by Shiroyu,

#3252
Centre stand specially for front fork. One pin goes into the buttom part of the steering column.[/quote]

Known as a headstock stand. Ebay ones are usually pretty good, I got one for about £50 with a selection of pins to suit varying hole sizes (ooer).[/quote]

I meant specifically what brand though. I have the ktm stand like that with the pin , but it won't work on my duke. It doesn't clear the headlight. Thanks for the replies.

Post 3253 by Adrock990r,

#3253
Had the headers professionally treated and ceramic coated black. Replaced all the exhaust gaskets as well.



New EK 3D black and gold chain and Stealth sprocket. Replaced the front sprocket too.

Post 3254 by stel_0,

#3254
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Post 3255 by sunofnun,

#3255
16-41

Post 3256 by ma1290rky,

#3256
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Post 3257 by Chefket,

#3257
that bike is looking killer.

Nice work.

Post 3258 by MrK,

#3258
Nice.

Post 3259 by Reb,

#3259
Went to the dealer and got the akra map loaded to Complete the Akra Evo2 kit!
He also changed oil temp sensor and some recall on speedo Mounts.
The bike feels much smoother now with the akra map loaded.

Post 3260 by aracheon,

#3260
Painted my handlebar black, new levers, new grips, new sticker(=3HP extra )

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Post 3261 by Adrock990r,

#3261
Handlebar looks really good

Post 3262 by nampus,

#3262
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Post 3263 by stel_0,

#3263
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Post 3264 by nampus,

#3264
That black ceramic coat looks great. Where did you get that done, and how much?[/quote]

I had the guys at Speedy's Motorcycles send the headers away to be done. Not sure who did it but i can find out. Just the coating was $250.

Post 3265 by Heipaal,

#3265
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Post 3266 by ktmguy,

#3266
Had it mapped at the local dyno this morning:
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Very happy with the result, bike is a lot smoother on the throttle now

Post 3267 by jmann,

#3267
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Post 3268 by scamb66,

#3268
Motohooligan airbox, 2nd butterflies removed, SAS removed, o2 sensors removed, fmf apex exhaust.

Post 3269 by scamb66,

#3269
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Post 3270 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3270
Well probably totaled it.
Went for a coffee up the road about 20min in the hills. Got there and couldn't go back as a dodgy truck with hay burned out and they closed the road. (9am)
Was going to take several hours before they could reopen the road, so we decided to take the long road home, wasn't very keen as we had a 250cc learner with us.
It's a 350km round trip.
About halfway a BF emu decided to run out of the bush just in front of me I couldn't avoid it in any possible way so i wiped it out and it took me down.
I'm ok besides the odd bruise and rash where the gloves gave up. The kevlar jeans saved my leggs and when I felt the burn I rolled on my back to get knees and hands of the ground.
Bike is pretty bashed up and leaking oil. Don't know the extend but it might be a total.
Had to leave it there as no phone coverage. Got a 180 km return trip on the back of a ZX10R.... thanks! LOL

At 6 pm the road was still closed so we couldn't get up with the van to go and get it. See tomorrow....
Will be sore sleeping, lucky no concussion the shark helmet took the brunt, impressed with it!

Post 3271 by Nukem,

#3271
Wow - only in Australia huh. That's too bad - but glad you came out okay. Emu steak for breakfast?

Post 3272 by rm2092,

#3272
Install the KTM Alarm a few days after purchase and since then its been nothing but rain all week and not sure when it will ever end

Post 3273 by ktmguy,

#3273
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Post 3274 by scamb66,

#3274
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Post 3275 by Miki,

#3275
From Racefoxx short levers, reversed gear pattern, front axle sliders and RC8 style front fender + Power Part seat. All nice improvement
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THE best PCV and some extra opening for air box. I was cheap didnt want to buy Rotty. Cut those extra opening left and right front sides before air filter.
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Before was Bodis de-cat, KN filter and Akra map.
Now Bodis de-cat, KN filter, PCV and those extra opening. +10 Nm, +7 hp.
Goal was to get more low and mid range. I'm really satisfied. Akra map is good only on top range. Really need more fuel. Exhaust note is deeper and softer. No aggressive barking anymore.

Post 3276 by shadowman,

#3276
Guy - Bad luck with the bird!!

The brain of a chicken and body of a large mamal - never going to have a happy ending....

Hope its all sorted soon and glad you're not damaged.

Post 3277 by bazz21,

#3277
Guy, ahem, man, that sucks. Glad you're (quite) ok and hope that the bike is not going to be too bad, ktm dirtbikes usually crash well - how would you rate the SDR?

Miki,
which plate are you using for the reverse shift pattern - is that the Sato plate? (the ktm plate can only be used with the ktm rear-sets?)
Cheers!

Post 3278 by Mackie,

#3278
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Post 3279 by Miki,

#3279
Not exactly done it today, but it just arrived!
Fitting in this weekend, along with SAS removal and 2ndry flies off. Remap and will report with results!
Get in!

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Post 3280 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3280
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Post 3281 by ktmguy,

#3281
Sorry to hear that dude. Glad you're ok but bummer about the bike I bet hitting an Emu can cause some damage.

Post 3282 by bruders8146,

#3282
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Post 3283 by jmann,

#3283
over the last few days been in the process of updating my headlight mask.



trial fit






starting to build up some filler



first coat.. Current stage! going to rub down and sort the little imperfections out


then i need to wire this in

Post 3284 by AGRO!,

#3284
Wheel porn fitted....

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Post 3285 by Nukem,

#3285
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Post 3286 by bauer,

#3286
Comrades: Pulled two speedo's apart and made one working one. Created a 2010 looking speedo case with 2008 guts. The reason I did this is that the 2010 case (the one with the square rubber buttons is more waterproof. It is more waterproof over the buttons and also the case has a waterproof lip at the join whereas the older ones don't. The only complication is that the newer speedo has slightly shorter poles on the microswitches. To fix this I just ground off some of the poles. Surprisingly, that's all that's been done with the 2010 speedo anyway - one can see the grind marks

Here's the start:

Notice the ground poles which still need to be cleaned.



and here's the end:

Post 3287 by bruders8146,

#3287
Good work there jmann

Post 3288 by bauer,

#3288
Finally got around to putting on some bits and pieces I've picked up around the world via this wonderful site, and took her on a windy day ride to a wild local beach.

R&G sliders from Islandsno, Carbon heel guards from MinimeKTM, Left-hand rearset from DribbleDuke, Grab bar from bruders8146, Chimera belly pan from mak59... and new M7RR tyres.

Need to stop spending money so I can get the airbox done!

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Post 3289 by jmann,

#3289
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Post 3290 by lc4,

#3290
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Post 3291 by bauer,

#3291
I changed the adapter plate for the beast to the Bursig stand, and the bike did not fall!!

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Post 3292 by bauer,

#3292
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Post 3293 by lc4,

#3293
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Post 3294 by bauer,

#3294
Do you mean this?

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Post 3295 by lc4,

#3295
Thanks bauer that`s what I was after

Post 3296 by bauer,

#3296
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Post 3297 by jambox,

#3297
Building Machete's bike

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Post 3298 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3298
Started it up after about a year of standing. Changed the battery for a shoraI. Changed the oil and filters.

Now need to wait till Tuesday to get the clutch fluid, that had an attempted delivery today, then I'll change that. Also got brake fluid and pads that need doing when I get the time.

Once all that's done, I'll get some fresh rubber, an mot and tax, then I'm ready to rock after a 2.5 year hiatus! Being it on!

Post 3299 by jambox,

#3299
And by clutch fluid you mean mineral oil right?


Sarasota_Steve
Black 08 990

Post 3300 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3300
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Post 3301 by SDNerd,

#3301
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Post 3302 by scamb66,

#3302
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Post 3303 by ktmguy,

#3303
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Post 3304 by jambox,

#3304
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Post 3305 by rm2092,

#3305
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Post 3306 by Miki,

#3306
Today:
Rear peg sliders.
Front axle sliders.
Rear axle sliders.
Pit stand bobbins.
TuneECU tune.

To do:

Levers
LED turnsignals.
Repair the lower spoiler heatshield and decal.


Nitro

Post 3307 by ktmguy,

#3307
I did my first 600 mile oil change myself today, thats it and now just waiting for parts.

Post 3308 by bauer,

#3308
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Post 3309 by nampus,

#3309
Got everything except the LED turns done.

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Nitro

Post 3310 by jmann,

#3310
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Post 3311 by xrpilot,

#3311
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Post 3312 by Dolores,

#3312
Fresh tyres since today and also other mirrors.

Metzeler sportec 7RR's



Post 3313 by driftkr6l,

#3313
I was putting the exhaust back on today because I had some 18mm bongs welded on for the autotune 02 sensors that Ill need to put in, so I decided to make the stock muffler louder. I tried cutting the pipe from the inside but in the end it was harder than I thought so I just opened up the whole muffler. It wasn't too bad getting it open at in the end it was much easier to cut the DB killer pipe out with it open. Looks better as well.

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The new bongs
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Next ill be installing the PCV and Autotune, but im waiting for the K&N air filter to get here and Ill do everything at once.

Post 3314 by ktmguy,

#3314
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Post 3315 by driftkr6l,

#3315
I knew about the O2 sensors. Didn't like the bigger 18mm sensor sat in the factory location so i wanted to put it in a different place anyway.

I disagree about the middle as well. I already have a bodis decat pipe, and with the stock db killer removed it sounds deeper/louder. Plus it was a 40min job.

Post 3316 by jambox,

#3316
Cleaned it!

Post 3317 by BARP,

#3317
Changed clutch fluid, brake fluid and pads. Removed O2 sensors.

Also finally took off some stickers that the previous owner put on (guessing as new the bike came with a sticker sheet), to give it a cleaner look.

Post 3318 by robjederuiter,

#3318
I've had the wheel stickers sitting in the garage for a few weeks, umm-ing and arrr-ing if I would like them or not. Figured I may as well put them on and see if I like the look. It's alright, certainly makes the wheels 'pop' more than stock black. I will leave the stickers on for a while until they get too filthy from chain spatter and road debris.

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Post 3319 by alobar,

#3319
Tipical 990 stuff
Took off a bit of the front of the fuel tank since the top yoke and bearing shell were touching it.
This tank keeps expanding

Post 3320 by cheeheese,

#3320
I went for a ride :

Post 3321 by driftkr6l,

#3321
μοιάζει με ελληνικό μου

Post 3322 by lc4,

#3322
Install party
Piaa bulb
ASV C5 shorties
PCV
Autotune300
And still waiting for my SAS and Evap eliminator which hopefully comes in tomorrow



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Post 3323 by driftkr6l,

#3323
driftkr6l while you have the tank off have a quick look in the airbox to make sure it`s not leaking.
KTM supposably sorted the problems with the 1190 but a few 1290 SD owners are still finding dirt past the filter

Post 3324 by driftkr6l,

#3324
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Post 3325 by driftkr6l,

#3325
The airbox doesn't seal around the filter so dirt gets in. If it looks clean take a white rag and wipe inside the bellmouth on the intakes - mine was nasty.

Post 3326 by lc4,

#3326
Yeah, there was a bit of dusting. Cleaned it all up. Hopefully K&N seals better

Post 3327 by aracheon,

#3327
Finished my install.

PCV + Autotune 300
Rottweiler SAS and Evap delete
K&N filter
Longer shifter and brake controls

Took a first ride with the current exhaust setup, bodis decat with a stock slip on with the db-killer removed. WOW. Now it sounds like it should. I honestly don't see a reason to go after market exhaust at this point unless its only for looks.



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Post 3328 by Turkishexpress,

#3328
Hey driftkr6l any chance of putting up a sound clip on the exhaust set up?

Post 3329 by lc4,

#3329
I seem to have a propensity for always parking the bike in places where the ground is a bit too soft for my liking... so I made myself a little kickstand puck today.

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(It's the wrong R - I know. Couldn't find a decent vector file for the 1290 one.)

It also conveniently works as an excellent coaster for a beer bottle!

Post 3330 by jmann,

#3330
Went down 16T on the front sprocket. The install was eventless. Tightened the chain. Replaced the Yoshimura tail tidy with the Competition Werks and put an R&G exhaust hanger...

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Post 3331 by driftkr6l,

#3331
[quote="driftkr6l"]Finished my install.

PCV + Autotune 300
Rottweiler SAS and Evap delete
K&N filter
Longer shifter and brake controls

Took a first ride with the current exhaust setup, bodis decat with a stock slip on with the db-killer removed. WOW. Now it sounds like it should. I honestly don't see a reason to go after market exhaust at this point unless its only for looks.



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Missing your reservoir cap .

Post 3332 by driftkr6l,

#3332
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Post 3333 by driftkr6l,

#3333
Thx for the catch mates

Post 3334 by Aphex,

#3334
So I got new rear spools, clutch and front brake res socks, and a tune ecu cable. Waiting on my front and rear axle sliders, but they should be in soon!

Post 3335 by driftkr6l,

#3335
Finally cleaned it up (fook getting dirt out of every crevice not doing that again) and made it legal again.

If any of you so cal guys wanna ride lets do it.

Post 3336 by ktmguy,

#3336
Installed an Autotune switch

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Post 3337 by driftkr6l,

#3337
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Post 3338 by bauer,

#3338
Sometimes i want it to autotune for me, sometimes i don't, for example when the conditions or style of riding are not favorable for example. I can always use the switch for dial map later as well.

Post 3339 by Luigy,

#3339
Samco hoses, from ricerocketuk

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Post 3340 by KyleW518,

#3340
Took me few hours, but today i fitted:

ITG JC30/65 air filter, instead a BMC
RC8 Trumpets
Second flies out
Disable with Tune Ecu, SAS, O2, 2nd flies, and load 2031 Akra Map
(I shit my pants when i connect and realise than my ex-mechanic uploaded 2032 map, the SMT 106hp map i mean... )

Sure this is the main reason of the poor punch that i felt in the last track day at Albacete circuit...few pics



Take a ride this afternoon, just a new bike, smoother than before, reaches the red line faster and Great intake Sound... Really happy! 3 weeks i'll test it in Cheste track...

Post 3341 by jambox,

#3341
I found out that the can was removed from my bike before I bought it, it didn't have baffles (hence why I couldn't figure out how to remove them) and someone wired in (on the ecu plug) a cigarette lighter, and a battery tender lead was hidden in the battery box.

Post 3342 by driftkr6l,

#3342
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Post 3343 by ktmguy,

#3343
Took a nice ride

Post 3344 by KyleW518,

#3344
Got an mot done and done new shoes fitted.

God it feels good to be back on i, but need to rebuild my ability though as feel a tad new boyish.

Post 3345 by driftkr6l,

#3345
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Post 3346 by scamb66,

#3346
Replaced my missing rear brake reservoir cap and since I had a fresh bottle of Motul 5.1 fluid I replaced the front as well. Look how clean it is! also got some covers for the reservoirs.

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Post 3347 by bazz21,

#3347
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Post 3348 by Aphex,

#3348
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Post 3349 by driftkr6l,

#3349
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With anti-unscrew feature

Post 3350 by ripzay,

#3350
Finally got around to selling the 990.
7 great years together and I thought it would have been a sad event but the reality was that since getting the 1290 in Jan 14 I have done less than 500km on it.
The king is dead, long live the king.

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Post 3351 by bazz21,

#3351
fitted ryco z200 fuel filter cleaned tank removed old filter and replaced fuel lines removed quick connector

Post 3352 by ktmguy,

#3352
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Post 3353 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3353
Enjoy m8!

Post 3354 by alobar,

#3354
great news. enjoy it!

The smell of a new bike is unforgetable

Post 3355 by scamb66,

#3355
Nice work Guy, Christmas all over again.
Did Swann offer full replacement or did they just write you out a cheque?

Post 3356 by jmann,

#3356
Ah Ah comrade: When all was said and done you came down on the side of getting another one!!! - Take note all you doubting thomas's.

Stay right away from wild life this time as I don't want to see another rider down.

Post 3357 by ktmguy,

#3357
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Post 3358 by bazz21,

#3358
congrates on the new bike love that color will be interested to see if they fixed all the probs that 14 bike had cheers bazz

Post 3359 by robjederuiter,

#3359
congrats Guy!

Post 3360 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3360
I Bought Mine

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Post 3361 by ripzay,

#3361
Guy, congrats on the replacement bike. If it all pans out I should be picking up a 990R next weekend

Northun_munky, congratulations on the 990! It's a heck of a bike. Enjoy!


Sarasota_Steve
Black 08 990

Post 3362 by Davo-Singapore,

#3362
took rear part of exhaust system off and rear wheel for a nice deep clean
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Post 3363 by Davo-Singapore,

#3363
Fitted a GPS tracker (no pics of this - don't want it known where it is, and it's just a test atm anyway - want to see how much it drains the battery.

And as promised, Itg filter installed and an appropriate map uploaded. Will be scheduling some dyno time soon to sort out the tune.

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Next on the list is a session with kais suspension to get the suspension set up properly (and probably swap the rear spring because I'm a fatty)

I noticed when installing the air filter that my check valve on the oil breather is not a check valve any more, someone had already had it open (could see the monkey marks on the aluminium body) and removed the ball bearing and spring.. I have installed it as is - will this be a problem?

Post 3364 by ktmguy,

#3364
Took it to Dirtwheel (dealer) had it serviced, disconnected the battery, removed the fuel and.... got it packed up and ready to ship.... yep, I'm sending it my place in Oz for the rest of its life. Philip Island trackday in September...

Post 3365 by scamb66,

#3365
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Post 3366 by ktmguy,

#3366
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Post 3367 by ripzay,

#3367
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Post 3368 by bruders8146,

#3368
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Post 3369 by ma1290rky,

#3369
Went on a ride and the shift lineage bolt fell out!! Thank got for the grunt of this engine, I had to ride home in 3rd. So, a quick trip to the hardware store for a m6x19 bolt, and a drill bit, and I've begun safety wiring my engine.

Post 3370 by ripzay,

#3370
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Post 3371 by jambox,

#3371
Yeah, I used both now.

Post 3372 by bruders8146,

#3372
Took her over the mountain course...

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Post 3373 by scamb66,

#3373
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Post 3374 by ktmguy,

#3374
I received a Distinguished Performance Award!
First one on the 1290.
Perhaps I haven't been trying hard enough...
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Post 3375 by cheeheese,

#3375
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Post 3376 by HYPERMOTO,

#3376
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Post 3377 by cheeheese,

#3377
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Post 3378 by CEREC1,

#3378
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Post 3379 by HYPERMOTO,

#3379
Well on Monday I fitted my Bodis Decat Pipe and Akrapovic Silencer.

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The sly buggers at Akrapovic thought they would put a tamper-proof allen screw in there to prevent the DB Killer being removed.........Haa

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The gap between the silencer and the tyre is only about 10mm so I will have to keep an eye on that.

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I have yet to install my K&N Filter and have it remapped but I took it for a spin and I am really happy with the sound level so RESULT

Post 3380 by jambox,

#3380
Hey I recognise that silencer!
Looks great mate. Glad you're happy with the result.
Any chance of some video/audio pleasure?

Post 3381 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3381
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Post 3382 by cessnatpa,

#3382
Well all thanks and a big shout goes out to cheeheese on here for supplying me with the Akrapovic

Regarding the noise levels I will be at Cadwell Park on 22nd June so I will have it sound tested with and without the DB Killer and post my results.

The last time I had it sound checked the readings were:

With std Cat and BMW S1000RR std Silencer 101db (BELOW THEIR 105db LIMIT)

With Bodis Decat and BMW S1000RR std Silencer 111db (MAJOR FAIL) I was laughed at

Hopefully with the DB Killer fitted it may just scrape through but I'm not too bothered if it fails because I am looking to buy a track bike so there is less risk of me ruining my road bike once I have it set up as I want it.

Post 3383 by Growler48,

#3383
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Post 3384 by Growler48,

#3384
Tuesday, I emptied the nasty 9 month old fuel and re-filled with fresh 93 octane. I still need to put a little Chevron Fuel cleaner and run a full tank.

Today I flushed brake fluid and clutch oil and replaced. I have not ridden the bike since I wanted to service several items that the PO had not taken care of. The bike came with Michelin 2CT from 2010. BTW, when I test rode the bike it had 12psi front and 15psi rear. The rear is a 190 so the chain guard rubs on the side of the tyre if installed. I will be replacing the tyres for Q3's or Pilot Power 3's very soon.

Before and After Front Brake

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Before and After Rear Brake

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I also replaced the oil sight tube. I used Tygon F-4040 A yellow RC fuel tubing bought at a hobby shop. I asked for 5/32" ID since the barbs are 4mm and that's as close as I could get. They sold me 12" for $1. Yes, I can replace it another 6 times now. I used cable ties to secure it at the top and bottom.

Before and after Oil sight tube

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This is what I bought

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I also repositioned the handlebar to put more weight on the front. I though it had bar risers, but it does not. The brackets are so cool! You can have the mounting brackets in the rear hole for more comfort or in the front hole. And also the handlebar brackets can be installed forward or backwards.

I still need to bring the suspension settings back to stock. Waiting on oil and filter I've ordered online.

I went by a Dynojet PowerCommander local tuner today and they can make me a custom map for $250. I will go for it. Right now I think it's running super rich. I will put some miles on it to get used to the "R"ness of it.

Post 3385 by ktmguy,

#3385
Looking good Steve..

I installed Kobra hand guards with the LED blinker inserts. I like that the blinkers are a lot brighter and visible.

Post 3386 by Growler48,

#3386
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Post 3387 by ktmguy,

#3387
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Post 3388 by HYPERMOTO,

#3388
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Post 3389 by driftkr6l,

#3389
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Post 3390 by Seeker 77,

#3390
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Post 3391 by BassAgent,

#3391
How hard is the valve check? I want to do it myself but don't want to ruin my bike.

Post 3392 by bruders8146,

#3392
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Post 3393 by driftkr6l,

#3393
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Post 3394 by Seeker 77,

#3394
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Post 3395 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3395
The machined AL cover has a delrin replaceable puck bolted in the center

Post 3396 by PEZ,

#3396
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Post 3397 by hossa00,

#3397
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Post 3398 by MrK,

#3398
My first cheap mods last night, a Yoshimura Fender Eliminator, and a battery tender lead. Install was straight forward and easy, and the view from behind looks so much better now! More to come!

Post 3399 by bruders8146,

#3399
She's shaping up nicely and piling on the miles

AR GP2R exhaust
Rottweiler Intake with TVS80
SAS/Canister removal
PCV
some cosmetic stuff

All that's left to go on the bike is the Dynojet QS

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Post 3400 by Danny_Gartside,

#3400
today i fitted some parts

lsl carbon
rizoma lux
brembo 19rcs brake pump
brembo 19x18 billet clutch pump
brembo monoblock custom paint black orange
gilles rearsets
and some titanium bolts









Post 3401 by Woody80,

#3401
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Post 3402 by Woody80,

#3402
Tried a 1500Nm back torque spring, rather than the 1350 in my suter slipper (990) Ohhh yes Thats so much better, love it.

Post 3403 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3403
changed my bike from orange to black...and fitted some ASV. Liking the stuff from hossa00



Post 3404 by Woody80,

#3404
Today I laid at the side of the road in Harrogate fiddling with my sidestand switch wires o get my bike working

Post 3405 by Shiroyu,

#3405
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Post 3406 by cdlabate,

#3406
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Post 3407 by Shiroyu,

#3407
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Post 3408 by Woody80,

#3408
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Post 3409 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3409
Climbed mount washington Image

Post 3410 by ktmguy,

#3410
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Post 3411 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3411
And now you tell me?
I'll probably get that stuff and do it in a few months.


Sarasota_Steve
08 990 SDR

Post 3412 by Boompy,

#3412
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Post 3413 by Aphex,

#3413
Oh, almost forgot the best bits... so when I pulled open my aorbox, I have freaking blue oatmeal flakes in there! Also, is yellow goop in the breather line normal?

Post 3414 by jambox,

#3414
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Post 3415 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3415
The postie delivered my PP LED indicators this afternoon, so I've been out fitting them and my tail tidy. Just need a new number plate to fit now.

Post 3416 by HYPERMOTO,

#3416
I bought this SDR almost a month ago. Today, I can say its MY SDR.

I changed oil, filter, screens. (Hey KTM, Seriously? You have to lower the Akra header to re install the bottom drain plug? ) I had flushed the coolant yesterday and replaced it with fresh Engine Ice.

I used Castrol Synthetic Power RS 10W-50 instead of Motorex. I have some Motorex in the garage but the Castrol was $9 and change/ quart instead of $15-18 for 1 litre. I have heard and read good things about Castrol so I decided to give it a try.

Now what I still need to do is replace the 5 year old Michelin CT2 tyres for fresh Q3's (180 instead of 190 as installed by PO) Re-install the chain guard that had to be removed to clear the 190.

Have a custom map for the PowerCommander and ride it. Just ride it. Oh, I forgot, get the Ergo seat. My ass will be thankful.

I just re-filled with Non Ethanol fuel and will be going for a decent ride tomorrow.

EDIT: Man, I forgot to mention what I spent most of the afternoon doing. I enlarged/ modified the tank hinges and now it fits like a glove. See Image

Thanks ZenBiker for the image.

No more struggling to re-install the tank. Yeay!

Post 3417 by ktmguy,

#3417
Today I fitted my new tyres, Michelin Pilot Powers.

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While the wheels were out I thought I would experiment with some decals.

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Got it all back together.
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Then I went for a quick 80 mile blast before my tea to scrub them in.

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That would have been a perfect end to a perfect day but...........

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It seems I have the dreaded oil leak! Another long winded trip to the dealers

Post 3418 by rm2092,

#3418
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Post 3419 by rm2092,

#3419
Just fitted my exhaust and added a pair of Fueling Dongles to disable the o2 sensors.

Post 3420 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3420
Oh ya just running the stock map.

Post 3421 by shadowman,

#3421
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Post 3422 by Adrock990r,

#3422
Finally put it all back together again after six months off the road,

Replaced all the coolent hoses (now black), flushed, cleaned and resprayed the radiator, replaced headers for new, eliminated O2 sensors and associated wiring, other wiring fixes and neatness improvements, fitted rearsets, fitted bellypan, rotated forks, numerous little carbon bits, new bolts etc etc.

The bikes mechanical spec is now quite high with Wilbers shock, fettled front end, slipper clutch, Rotty airbox with flies removed, mapped by Kev at Projex and measured at 118 RWHP, singe seat conversion (and also have the double seat stuff so can swap) gear indicator, oberon, new water pump, various levers etc, micro indicators, tail tidy etc etc.

I have decided to leave the major cosmetic elements till after Crashfest just in case and also cause I need to ride it a couple of times before getting on track. After that all the bodywork comes off and the final conversion to my bat bike will be complete.

For now it looks like this









Post 3423 by shadowman,

#3423
Really like what you have done, it looks great. I believe i may be turning towards liking the belly pans on the Super Duke. Time to look into that and rearsets for mine. What make are the rearsets on yours?

Post 3424 by Adrock990r,

#3424
Getting close. Need to make a few changes to what I am doing then try another thicker carbon lay up. Not too bad for first try.

Whilst I wait for more materials to turn up I can get onto making all the mounting brackets. Heaps more to do but slowly getting there.

Post 3425 by Nukem,

#3425
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Post 3426 by Turkishexpress,

#3426
Cheers mate for the info. I have actually been researching info regarding a replacement battery this week so it's good to hear positive reviews to help me decide.

Post 3427 by stel_0,

#3427
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Post 3428 by jambox,

#3428
Got this done two weekends ago. Threw on the Scott #3 map. Waiting on a dyno tune. It's so freaking difficult to find a good shop in IL that can do a job they say they will do when it comes to tuning. Hence I wrench on my own stuff. I might take the bike somewhere out of state to get it tuned properly.

SAS removed and PCV installed
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Rottweiler intake installed
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Competition Werkes exhaust installed
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Post 3429 by Woody80,

#3429
Belly installed. Won't say I like it as a design because in the side of exhaust it comes quite off the bikes angles. Its also easy to scratch this side at turns.

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Post 3430 by Aphex,

#3430
Just back from a ride. Still feel a bit rusty.

Lost the bung for the front cylinder 02, resulting in constant backfiring and sounded raspy as hell

Also, for some reason, the time has disappeared from my clocks. I can cycle though the milage, trip 1, trip 2 and reserve milage, but lost the time setting....

Post 3431 by Woody80,

#3431
New reartyre on the beast.
Dunlop Sportsmart 1.. Chickenstripes is already gone!

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Took a 400km ride with some buddys.

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Post 3432 by D1rkola,

#3432
Replaced missing clutch bleed nipple cap.
And filled up the coolant as it was completely empty, had to put over a litre in the radiator, shall be having a word with the bike dealer tomorrow.

Post 3433 by stel_0,

#3433
Put the baffles back in the exhausts due to extra police attention

Post 3434 by Adrock990r,

#3434
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#3435
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Post 3436 by Markey,

#3436
Replaced the failing battery that almost left me stranded yesterday over an hour from home. Managed to get it to just turn over enough to start again and get me home by just rocking it forward in a high gear in an attempt to find a sweet spot in the stroke. And then cleaned and polished the rims while i was at it. Crappy picture but it turned out ok.

Post 3437 by jambox,

#3437
Fitted a new tank pad



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Post 3438 by D1rkola,

#3438
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Post 3439 by Mackie,

#3439
I'm still toying with the Acra Smoothened map. Haven't found a good one uet

Post 3440 by JohnJJr,

#3440
Took it out on a charity ride for the air ambulance.

Met a guy with a bone stock '05, didn't realise there were any like that left

Post 3441 by JohnJJr,

#3441
Got mine back on Sat! Damn its good to have it back, it's been a long 10 weeks

Spent half of Sun going over it, fixing little things that weren't done quite right and removing the Akra baffle

now just waiting for sunshine & dry roads

Post 3442 by sunofnun,

#3442
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Post 3443 by Shiroyu,

#3443
Got re-aquatinted with my SD after more than half year this weekend.
Friday after work ride- 100 miles.
Saturday ride, another 100 miles in the coastal range.
Sunday ride in the mountains, 200 miles.
Sunday afternoon I was looking for a seat with a wee bit more cushin' than my solo seat.
Bike did well, love it.
Did manage to drop it (first drop on this SD) at a stop sign with cars b-hind me.
Flamed out.
Bike fell over in a heart beat.
Was easy to side step as it went down, stayed on my feet.
Easy as picking up a dirt bike from the handle bar end.
Made it look easy and every day happening.
Arrow end mirrors folded up out of way like it was designed to do so.
Started right up and off I went like nothing happened to finish my ride Sunday.

Post 3444 by Adrock990r,

#3444
Installed the rotty air filter, remap on my 05 SD.
SAS removed, secondary butterflies removed.

WHAT A DIFFERENCE! the bike redlines in a heartbeat now!
The intake roar is louder than the exhaust noise at 8k!

A true beast is born! Love it.

Post 3445 by Markey,

#3445
installed pp rotors,braking pads,super corsa sp2
nice upgrades,better braking and super sticky rubber

Post 3446 by Markey,

#3446
Cleaned mine up this morning before a ride with a friend.
Had been neglecting cleaning for about the last 10 rides ( i'll explain why ) and it was looking pretty grungy and couldn't be put off any longer. So i did a basic cleaning.

Bought the bike with 7 k on it and it's just turned 40 recently. Still looking pretty good but the reason i've neglected cleaning is i'm planning on taking it down this year ( winter ) to do all the extended maintenance and do a frame up paint. My plan is to do the paint scheme like that one KTM did for the intro of the 1290 - photo below.

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won't be painting the rims though - wish i had the money i'd actually have em polished along with the triple clamps. So that's the plan -

Man we rode like Banshee's today.

Post 3447 by PEZ,

#3447
[quote="Markey"]Fitted a Decat Pipe and O2 eliminators - some Rizoma bars, mirrors and bar ends

Went for a lovely blast around the welsh mountains, can't believe how well the bike runs with the decat and eliminators.... no remap or PCV yet but having the Akra map uploaded on 1st service...big cheese and well happy

Nearly 3.9kg lighter without the cat and you really can feel the difference

Please tell me more about your setup, what Decat Pipe is that and where did you get the O2 eliminators? How's she sound? Thanks!

Post 3448 by Shiroyu,

#3448
New 40 t rear sprocket and a lil clean up tomorrow or the next ill install the rc8 velocitty stacks and do a 15 min reset ImageImageImage

Post 3449 by JohnJJr,

#3449
How does this 15 min reset work?

Post 3450 by Heipaal,

#3450
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Post 3451 by cheeheese,

#3451
Does the engine need to be cold for the 15 min reset?

Post 3452 by Markey,

#3452
In a word; yes.

Post 3454 by Willh,

#3454
Chased my ten year old around the property with the SD, he was on the 50 and kicking my ass.

Post 3456 by Markey,

#3456
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Post 3457 by PEZ,

#3457
Replaced the balance shaft seal, did the water pump rebuild kit and oil and filter. Thought i would check the cam chain tensioners as i could hear slight chatter on normal take off or under low rpm load and this is the condition of the front tensioner. Rear is ok but will be replacing both tomorrow.

Post 3458 by Growler48,

#3458
Fitted a DNA air filter and removed the SAS ready for the Akra map & service next Wednesday

Went out for a blast and i can't believe I've lost my little backfire

I know i know its well documented that this happens but there you go....

On a different note, can't believe the thing power wheelies in 4th gear tremendous

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Post 3459 by HYPERMOTO,

#3459
I installed a full Akra system this past weekend, and last night I finally got the new map loaded. Loving it!
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Post 3460 by Markey,

#3460
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Post 3461 by scamb66,

#3461
The first version of my bellypan is finally finished

Post 3462 by Markey,

#3462
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Post 3463 by Markey,

#3463
Got mine back from its annual service.
They had to change the brake fluid front and rear as it was really dark. What is wrong with todays brake fluid?
They carried out the recall inspection of a potential fuel tank leak. All okay, no mods or replacements needed.
I had them investigate the oil leak I have had for a while now. Right hand casing has small pin hole, new one ordered on warranty.
Finally got the Akrapovic map installed to compliment my Bodis Decat and Akrapovic end can already fitted.
I have to say it has certainly given it substantially more attitude and it will stand on one wheel on demand even more eagerly than before.
The popping on over run is now far more evident and gets RIGHT on my T1T5 so the SAS removal is a definite next step along with K&N filter.

HAPPY DAYS

Post 3464 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3464
And for the990 R
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Im liking the look of this little screen cover thingy.Where can it be bought or is it a one off job?
And Hypermoto!!!Is it night and day after the Akra map?Icant imagine this bike having anymore drive,its mental out of the crate!!!was the dealer ok with doing the Akra map with the slip on/decat?

Post 3465 by ktmguy,

#3465
Well not today but over the weekend!
1-Fixed the hanging idle issue. Link here:
2-Fitted a prototype exhaust decat with a resonator. Awsome result, pics and how to to follow.
3-Fitted Kev's speedo fix rings. Pics and easy how to to follow. Not tested yet, will ride it tomorrow.

All by all a good productive one!

Post 3466 by HYPERMOTO,

#3466
I hope your resonator sucks GUY coz I've just ordered an Arrow decat:)(and don't want to regret it if your resonator is available:()

Post 3467 by SUPERDUKEINOZ,

#3467
Left it at the dealers

Went down to pick up some parts and get new clocks fitted. It developed an expensive sounding top end knock about half way there.

Two thumbs up for KTM assist though - picked up within an hour, and a free courtesy car for a week.

Waiting to hear from the dealer on Monday or Tuesday once they get it opened up to see what's gone wrong. Will start a thread once have more info.

Post 3468 by Davo-Singapore,

#3468
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Post 3469 by ktmguy,

#3469
Just over 10k. There's no point making any assumptions or guesses as to the problem until they strip it down and find out what is causing the noise. I'll keep the forum posted as I get more info.

Post 3470 by Davo-Singapore,

#3470
Fitted some Techspec tank grips / protectors, Very nice product

Glad i did not buy the Powerparts ( SANDPAPER ) tank grips I originally looked at, Saw some pics of a destroyed jacket & decided to stay away, They would make a nice mess of my very expensive Alpinestars Black Shadow Hades jacket

Should preserve the tank a bit & provide some nice comfy grip when needed



Post 3471 by scamb66,

#3471
Exported from Singapore. Imported into Oz, inspected, tested, rego'd and generally thrashed thru the Bundeena National Park like a son of a gun. Bike now lurks in the shadows waiting for another ride out.

Post 3472 by Adrock990r,

#3472
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Post 3473 by DribbleDuke,

#3473
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Post 3474 by scamb66,

#3474
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Post 3475 by DribbleDuke,

#3475
Dropped the ole girl in for a first service:)

Post 3476 by scamb66,

#3476
Pulled the tank off and did the fuel pump kit, both filters looked awful. And re-routed the breather hose so the filter is now mounted behind the rear cylinder instead of next to the oem ecu at the front of the bike, also replaced the crankcase breather check valve as the ball seal was almost completely perished and the ball was sticking. Had a bit of spare time and made a cheap Throttle body sync tool, yet to try it out. ( Sorry for the picture sizes, Photobucket keeps crashing and not allowing me to resize the images properly.)




Post 3477 by ktmguy,

#3477
Fitted a Rapidbike racing module to my 1290. Fitted up easily, after first ride feels to have woken the bike up.
Only managed about 60kms so far but the auto tune is already improving the map.

Post 3478 by Willh,

#3478
Fooled it up! Bonus points to whoever knows where I broke this off of. Image

Post 3479 by ktmguy,

#3479
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Post 3480 by Willh,

#3480
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Post 3481 by ktmguy,

#3481
That's what the earplugs are for.

Post 3482 by jambox,

#3482
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Post 3483 by Growler48,

#3483
Went out for a ride in the finest Scottish rain (needed to as currently have no car).

Coming up to a junction, the brake lever goes right to the grip after being it's usual nice hard feeling for the last few hours. After that it was proper spongey.

Tried bleeding it when I got home and made no difference. It's been fine since I serviced it back in may, so why suddenly go like that half way through a ride?

Post 3484 by Aphex,

#3484
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Post 3485 by SDNerd,

#3485
Today I Removed the SAS system, and tuned the suspension from the old bounce test. Had my forks redone so I am getting them dialed for the track next month.

Post 3486 by Aphex,

#3486
I just got my bike back after leaving it at the dealer for 6 weeks, so I had all of this ready to go when I got it back.

Installed:
KTM Ergo Seat
KTM Solo Seat Cowl
KTM Levers
EvoTech Frame Sliders, Radiator Guard, Tail Tidy, Fork Sliders
Sato Racing Frame Plugs and Clutch Cover Slider
Kaoko Throttle Lock
Rottweiler SAS Stage 3 (SAS and Canister Removed)
PCV with stock map
SW Motech Micro Tankbag



































Post 3487 by SDNerd,

#3487
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Post 3488 by Aphex,

#3488
Stripped the drain plug hole on my oil tank. Since I've had my bike I've never used a copper washer on the oil tank drain plug, figured I'd do shit the right way this time. Set my torque wrench and went to town, drain plug kept spinning so I tried to take it off and it wouldn't budge lol.

Just about kicked my bike over, pulled the tank off and managed to remove the drain plug with a couple of the oil tank threads. Found out no one in my area sells an M12 heli coil kit, M6, M8, M10, M14; go figure.

Wrapped the bolt with some teflon tape and threaded it back in. So far so good until I get a replacement tank or heli-coil it.

Post 3489 by Bad_Company,

#3489
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Post 3490 by Aphex,

#3490
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Post 3491 by Growler48,

#3491
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Post 3492 by Bad_Company,

#3492
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Post 3493 by Davo-Singapore,

#3493
Not all done today (or yesterday as was the case with the airbox), swapped out the boat anchor of an exhaust for a pair of titanium Yoshi's and last night I pulled the airbox and SAS off, fitted a Motohooligan airbox and disabled the SAS with tune ecu, next step, dyno time.



Post 3494 by sam46,

#3494
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Post 3495 by Aphex,

#3495
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#3496
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Post 3497 by Markey,

#3497
Booked the bike and myself in for a day on Phillip Island mid September. If my hand doesn't hold up then at least I gave it a try eh. I'm excited and cant wait. I'm taking some holiday from Singapore and will be in Oz anyway so it'll be a road trip down from NSW and I'll make a few days of it with my mate's Winnebago.. Did I say that I'm excited and cant wait..? Just sayin...

Post 3498 by Dogmeat,

#3498
Thanks Growler

Post 3499 by sam46,

#3499
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Post 3500 by Growler48,

#3500
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Post 3501 by Growler48,

#3501
Installed Mototechnik Reservoirs. Good riddance ugly urine cups!!!





















Post 3502 by gringo,

#3502
Not today, but I traded my 2014 SDR in for a 2015 Super Adventure here the other day. (What was I thinking??)
Damn! I miss my Superduke!! No problems at all on the SDR due to high milage. (35.073km)
First service on the SA tomorrow, and then i think about selling the Super Adventure and buy a new Superduke!
Or should i wait until the 2016 comes in Stock!?

Post 3503 by BrandonH,

#3503
have thought a 1001 times about my old 1290.

Olden, i know what you mean, after a very troubled 10 months with my 1290 i sold her and went with a jap one, just needed some fuss free riding to get my love back, now i am nearly ready to get back with KTM but shall have to wait a bit longer as in the last 3 years i have had 3 new bikes..........

Post 3504 by Aphex,

#3504
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Post 3505 by Aphex,

#3505
Installed some $25 "Pazzo" levers. Pretty impressed with the quality, I took them apart cleaned lubed and checked all the bolts/nuts. Greased where they sit in the perch and haven"t had an issue, I'll probably pick up another set as I'm not too impressed with the "Titanium" color. I'm leery of black since Chinese ano is probably shit and will fade quick.

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Post 3506 by aracheon,

#3506
I'll but them off ya for the 25. The ti look should be great on my black and CF baby

Post 3507 by Growler48,

#3507
Aphex,
Looks like you are about ready to change your mineral fluid in the clutch.

Post 3508 by Davo-Singapore,

#3508
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Post 3509 by DribbleDuke,

#3509
Had my 1290r dynod yesterday. Pleased with the results. Now producing 166 bhp and 101 ft/lbs. Bit smoother and more economic. Pulls nicely from 2700 rpm. Just as a rough comparison and if my memory is accurate my old 990 SDR with all the mods made 120 bhp on the same dyno. Sorry scanner on the blink but hopefully photo link below.

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SDR !290, full Akro, PCV and quick shifter

Post 3510 by Max78,

#3510
Made myself a 60mm socket to take the axle nut off, after my last one seemingly walked out of my shop.


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Post 3511 by ktmguy,

#3511
Nice!

Post 3512 by kevxtx,

#3512
Installed the new speedo rings that I bought from Kevxtx, on my '15 . Works great, matching GPS within a mph.

Post 3513 by kevxtx,

#3513
Just got in my titanium Subframe. 1870g vs 3030g for stock.

Post 3514 by Markey,

#3514
Not quite the same but going orange with mine....

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Post 3515 by Growler48,

#3515
Nice job mate,looking forward to seeing that:)

Post 3516 by Aphex,

#3516
Painted my new ABS rings. Now I have to find time to install the front, then take it to a dealer to do the rear.







Put on an SDR 990 Tank Protector.







Installed a Denali air horn! If this won't get someone's attention, NOTHING will!







Installed the KTM GPS Bracket and a Zumo 390.















Tried out my Large Rear Bag. This will be my touring setup.



Post 3517 by Growler48,

#3517
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Post 3518 by Growler48,

#3518
Have you heard one of these horns??? Makes the exhaust note sound like a whisper!

Post 3519 by Markey,

#3519
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Post 3520 by TimR,

#3520
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Post 3521 by Growler48,

#3521
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Post 3522 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3522
Looking good mate:)!!

Post 3523 by Growler48,

#3523
Wow that looks cool

Post 3524 by Growler48,

#3524
Not to mention clean

Post 3525 by Growler48,

#3525
That looks awesome!

Post 3526 by Growler48,

#3526
Very good looking. Great job!


Sarasota_Steve
08 990 SDR

Post 3527 by Growler48,

#3527
Evotech

I got lucky and found a vendor that had some Superduke 990 crash bungs, and axle sliders in stock.

Bought the full kit... Uppers, Lowers, and both ends.

Quality stuff.

I have the full setup on my Ducati Multistrada as well.


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Post 3528 by Growler48,

#3528
Installed a Rottweiler Stage 2 intake with dual 80mm stacks.










Installed an Austin Racing Full GP1 Hi-Slung exhaust.












Installed an Autotune 300 and map switch.







Had the Akra map flashed by the dealer.



Did KTMGuy's Throttle Body sync to get rid of the hanging RPMs at 3K. Only had to adjust by about 1/16th of a turn, but the hanging is gone!



Post 3529 by Markey,

#3529
fitted some bar end mirrors
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Post 3530 by Aphex,

#3530
Cheers Growler!!
Nice R PWND!!

Post 3531 by HYPERMOTO,

#3531
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Post 3532 by Markey,

#3532
Fitted the new speedo rings front and back. Thanks to Kev and his crew
Investigated the front disc warping issue and might be onto the cause but need more time to confirm.
Did the butterfly balance just to see if it makes any difference on a bike with very little idle hang issue. I wont do the "delete adaptive parameters" unless I have to but will do the 10 minute reset because its easy.
Did the re tension on the top triple clamp for the second time
Relayed heat proof tape inside my bellypan because of heat erosion after 2000K's of good use. My Akra system has not suffered any shot blasting from road dirt since fitting so thats very good news.
Newish Pirelli's are sticky but haven't lasted very long

Post 3533 by HYPERMOTO,

#3533
"Re-tension of the top triple clamp"!!Are they coming loose?
Is it a known issue?Whats the recommend torque?

Post 3534 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3534
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Post 3535 by Chefket,

#3535
Put on new levers, not sure, but I think the fooked my bike. Front brakes locked up on the ride to work.

Post 3536 by Woody80,

#3536
Installed my garage door opener.
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Post 3537 by Growler48,

#3537
Fitted my Belly-Pan but a bit unsure

What you think guys ?

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Post 3538 by ktmguy,

#3538
I like it, could have more rim tape though.

Post 3539 by ktmguy,

#3539
That suits the angles of the bike, I like it.
What make is it?

Post 3540 by Growler48,

#3540
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Post 3541 by Davo-Singapore,

#3541
I asked puig could they send a pic of the FULL bike with it fitted and they couldn't ...thanks mate:)...looks great!!

Post 3542 by ma1290rky,

#3542
Replacing water pump shaft/seal tonight. Wish me luck

Post 3543 by Growler48,

#3543
just did my 15k oil change. found a bit of metal sludge on the tank plug, and a small chip .5mm on the drain plug. I think all those missed shifts are catching up to me.

Post 3544 by ma1290rky,

#3544
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Post 3545 by Galleta,

#3545
Yes. Don't know why it came with 2, unless these grips are also used on other bikes that can use the other one.

Post 3546 by ma1290rky,

#3546
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Post 3547 by ktmguy,

#3547
Making it my own.... not all today but within last month.
Seat cowl
New levers/mirrors
SAS delete & canisterectomy (rottweiler YouTube video is awesome)
Evotech tail tidy - thanks Bedart20
AR GP3 V3 - thanks Oboro
Just got akra map today!

Still breaking it in... < 500 miles!

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Post 3548 by cheeheese,

#3548
...today I put my bike in the microwave and shrunk it!!

Post 3549 by ma1290rky,

#3549
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Post 3550 by cheeheese,

#3550
...and some rim tape!

Post 3551 by Aphex,

#3551
...and some engine oil - can you believe the sight glass?

Post 3552 by DribbleDuke,

#3552
Too heavy. Shed weight? Shed oil.

Post 3553 by ma1290rky,

#3553
In honor of Katy Em's 30th birthday (as in 30,000 miles), took her up into the California Sierra for a 6 day, 2000 mile (0 freeway miles) thrash on all the trans-Sierra passes and associated goat trails south of Tahoe (some several times).
In spite of letting the ol' GPS trick me into attempting a "shortcut" from Sonora Pass to Ebbetts Pass that turned out to be 40 miles of very marginal dirt roads (4 hours for 40 miles) she didn't miss a beat the whole trip of very "enthusiastic" riding. Gotta say I preferred off-roading on the 1290 to my old 1000 V-Strom. Doesn't have quite the suspension travel but the throttle control and steering through deep stuff and ruts etc was much better.

A quick summary of materials consumed in 31,000 completely trouble-free miles:
15 rear tyres (5 Q3's, 9 RoadSmart 2's)
10 front tyres (8 Q3's, 1 RoadSmart 2)
1 chain, 1 front sprocket
1 set front brake pads
1 snapped-off mirror, replaced with bar-ends

For those that are using their 1290's alot, I've found the the combination of a Q3 front and RoadSmart 2 rear works really well. You get the excellent steering and traction (cornering & braking) of the Q3 and more than adequate (for street use) rear traction with decent mileage: I was getting 1400-1600 miles out of the Q3 rear and now get 2300-2500 miles out of the RoadSmart 2. Yes, the available traction is slightly less but, actually, it's kinda fun having the rear step out a bit now and then. Makes it more like riding a dirt bike and you feel like you can lean on that fabulous throttle more without seeing the rear disappear in a week.
Here's what the rear looked like after the trip:

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Yeah, there seems to be a preference for left-handers going on here. Do you Commonwealth Country peoples wear out the right side first??
Bike is all stock except for mirrors, PVC & AutoTune, MRA windscreen and BST's (best mod).
Notable: This bike has had the wobbly wheel since day 1. It measured just below the official tolerance limit so wasn't replaced. It hasn't changed at all in 31,000 miles.
Can't think of anything else to do to it but ride!

Any other high(ish) mileage 1290's out there?

Post 3554 by Growler48,

#3554
Nice to see some one else rocking Roadsmart II's. I got almost 4k out of my rear with 70% commuting canyons almost every weekend and two track days. I like them for the same reason you mentioned they're not as grippy as Q3's but I've yet to out ride this tyre. The less grip does make if fun to slam down two gears feather the clutch and let the ass end come around when coming to a stop.

Post 3555 by Growler48,

#3555
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#3556
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Post 3557 by Markey,

#3557
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#3558
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Post 3559 by ma1290rky,

#3559
Installed a PDM (Power Distribution Module) 60 and finally got my Autotune 300 hooked up. I highly recommend this product to anyone who has multiple accessories with excess wiring and fuses. The PDM 60 is programmable and you have full control over how each (up to 6) accessory will be powered (always on, ignition trigger, etc.), how many amps you want fused to that accessory and start up and shut down delays.

This shows all the wires, relays, transformers and fuses, including the PDM 60 wires. Unfortunately, KTM didn't give us much real estate to work with.



This shows the excess length of some of the accessories.



The excess.



I still need to clean up the length of some of the wiring. I kept them long, just in case I need the extra length in the future. I'll clean everything up even better during some down time this winter.




I made a mounting base out of wood for the PCV/Autotune and PDM 60 to sit on.

Post 3560 by Markey,

#3560
Very neat dude

Post 3561 by Markey,

#3561
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Post 3562 by Markey,

#3562
Come on buddy,what did you expect....you can't leave that bike alone....you won't be happy til you change every nut and bolt...am I right?:)

Post 3563 by Markey,

#3563
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Post 3564 by xrpilot,

#3564
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Post 3565 by bic_bicknell,

#3565
Got my Roadlok and kev's abs/speedo rings today.
The Roadlok is on the bike, and the speedo rings are drying after primer and black coating.

Post 3566 by Davo-Singapore,

#3566
Fitted this stuff!!Fresh fluids....I think it looks great;)!!!
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Post 3567 by cheeheese,

#3567
Looks great Murph....Any tips on bleeding the systems ?

Fitted Rizoma pots all round today so just waiting for the Motorex to arrive 2moro and then the fun begins

Post 3568 by CEREC1,

#3568
Was my first time bleeding brakes,started with the left side caliper but wasn't getting very far(fluid not going through as I would expect).
Went to the M/c and job done.....nice tight feel at the lever!!

Post 3569 by Markey,

#3569
New bars, finally got rid of that wrist and elbow torture device. Replaced with ProTaper mini high and they are dead nuts perfect for me. While I was at it I put on my new levers Quick tip on installing the levers, when inserting the plunger back into the little rubber sleeve I used my snap ring pliers like a speculum to open it up and the plunger popped right in no problem. Install the plunger first and then install it in the lever worked like a charm.





Post 3570 by bic_bicknell,

#3570
Did a 50mile blast round Surrey roads. Wet leaves, mud and occasional puddles were the order of the day.

Post 3571 by 2014_SDR,

#3571
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Post 3572 by Markey,

#3572
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Post 3573 by cessnatpa,

#3573
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Post 3574 by tonyteeth,

#3574
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Post 3575 by Growler48,

#3575
Decided on a low mount option for my GP Akra can instead of the High, thought there was too much pipework to be honest....

Fitted a 16T front sprocket

Also fitted Rizoma pots all round and bled the bleeders

Rotty box & PCV tomorrow

Dual channel Autotune on its way too

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Post 3576 by tonyteeth,

#3576
Good call Markey!!Much better looking than the himount IMO

Post 3577 by Growler48,

#3577
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Post 3578 by ktmguy,

#3578
Changed all brake and clutch fluid, gave it a thorough wash and clean-lube chain. Ready for battle!

Don't know which distilled left over baboon piss KTM uses in these reservoirs but that stuff is rank!
The brake fluid looked absolutely stale and started to go black (again). The clutch fluid looked like decomposing fluid and the reservoir had like black sooth substance in it.
I actually made the effort to take the reservoirs off to wash them out properly! Yuk!!!

I would recommend to anyone to get rid of this shit and change them to something decent, regardless of how old your bike is!
This bike is only 6 months old and has done less than 5000km!

Post 3579 by tonyteeth,

#3579
Took both wheels off!!
One thing....the KTM front stand....the one that goes under the forks blocks the front axle(I tried to refit the front wheel...just to see;)).
For those of you who have removed the front wheel with this stand how have you found refitting the front axle through the wheel?
Does it go straight through or require a mallet and punch?

Post 3580 by ma1290rky,

#3580
Today I installed the new version of CRG's lane splitter bar end mirrors (LS 3.2). Instead of using the installing kit they sell which would eliminate the stock bar ends and weights, I chose to move the grips and controls in about 1/2' and attach them directly to the bar. I also installed TRUflex LED rear blinkers along the sub-frame.
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Post 3581 by ma1290rky,

#3581
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Post 3582 by Growler48,

#3582
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#3583
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Post 3584 by Markey,

#3584
I think they just stick on mate

Post 3585 by Growler48,

#3585
Installed Rizoma Elisse mirrors. Mirror vibes are almost non-existent now!





Post 3586 by Markey,

#3586
Don't you find them too close to your hands when riding Growl ?

I tried them but never got on with them although the quality is outstanding

Post 3587 by BrandonH,

#3587
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Post 3588 by tonyteeth,

#3588
Well thats good as they do look super sexy

Post 3589 by BrandonH,

#3589
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Post 3590 by catalonia,

#3590
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Post 3591 by baggieman,

#3591
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Post 3592 by tonyteeth,

#3592
New Pilion Seat cover :

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Post 3593 by tonyteeth,

#3593
Classy

Post 3594 by Kotari,

#3594
Titled and registered

Paid sales tax

First encounter with traction control I've been on a much less powerful machine for the past 5 years and have trained myself with certain riding habits that need some adjustment with this bike. No problem.

Post 3595 by D1rkola,

#3595
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Post 3596 by Kotari,

#3596
Yeah i had some problems with my laptop, image works fine! i guess i have to throw my laptop to the trash can and buy a new one

Post 3597 by ma1290rky,

#3597
Fitted the Hepco & Becker sport rack plate. Then added an Altrider Givi Monokey mount kit to it, so I can use my V46 topcase.

I am pleased with the H&B kit. It's strong and well made. My only complaint is that it leaves a gap between the plate and the plastic parts on the sides and back, so that if I was riding in the rain (which I no doubt will do), water would get in under the plate. They include some weather stripping you're supposed to put on the bottom of the plate to seal it with the plastics, but it's not really the hot setup. I'll have to do something different there. I'll find some rubber-like foam that can be fitted in place to make a good seal.

The way the plate works is that it has two brackets attached to the bottom. One of them has short pieces of tubing welded on horizontally to fit over the rails on the subframe, and the other has a locking peg to go into the seat lock mechanism. Both also have vertically mounted tubing and the kit includes rubber feet that set on the 4 pad areas like the stock seat. So the weight is not supported by either the rails or the lock pin, but by the feet that sit on the subframe. The parts that interface to the rails and lock only serve to locate everything and keep it from sliding off. There are plastic inserts in the parts that fit over the rails to prevent damaging the paint on them. The whole thing slides on from the front like the seat, and can be mounted/dismounted quickly just like the seat.

The altrider Givi mount kit is also well made. Only gripe is that the template they include with it is completely wrong. The hole and lock locations would not fit a Monokey bag at all if the template was used to locate them. Fortunately I measured twice and only cut once, using an existing Monokey plate and bag I have to verify the location of the front studs and the lock part in back.

Wondering if any other SDR's have a Givi topcase mounted . . . For commuting, which I do daily, it's an incredibly convenient way to stow riding boots and pants during the day while I'm at work. For trips, also very convenient. Much more practical than the Cortech tailbag I have.

I took some pics but lighting in my garage is lousy and so they didn't come put very well. I'll get some better ones tomorrow and post them up.

Makes a great backrest too


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Post 3598 by Markey,

#3598
just got the rekluse slave and magura blood bleed kit. I'll install this weekend

Post 3599 by Kotari,

#3599
Grommet - Can you post some pics of the mount design under the plate please?

Thx. Mark

Post 3600 by Markey,

#3600
Couple of things -

- The weather stripping that came with the rack is a lot more poofy than I thought. It does fill the whole gap between the rack and the fairings and all. It's still kind of hokey but will do for a while.

- I had to add a zip tie to each of the tubes with the white spacers that go on the rails. Otherwise the white spacers vibrate out while riding and then the rack is loose.

- The rack sits on the frame with the rubber feet in the same locations as the stock seat, and the plastic tail cowl do. So the rails are not weight-bearing when the topcase is loaded.

- The very tail part of the rack comes angled upward at about 45°. I flattened it in my vise so that the topcase can be far enough back and stil sit down on the flat part of the rack. The plate is aluminium so this was not very difficult.

Having used the setup for a few days now, I love it.

Here are some more pics:

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Post 3601 by ma1290rky,

#3601
Merry Christmas to me

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Post 3602 by Markey,

#3602
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#3603
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Post 3604 by Markey,

#3604
No but i'm pretty sure Kevxtx weighed them on the other channel and wasn't much in it

Will weigh them both as a comparison when i tackle the job

Stunning quality though i must say

Post 3605 by Aphex,

#3605
I fitted the same yokes after my first service and was not only impressed with the quality of the engineering, but the difference you'll notice in the front end is impressive - just you wait!

If you haven't already done so, you'll be better off ditching the standard steering damper too - it's pants. I've fitted the White Power one and it's miles better, but it needs ~10mm taking off the central shaft if you don't want to punch a hole in your rad' and be able to use the steering lock.

Of all the mods, these yokes get a lot of comments..

I don't recall there being anything in it weight wise - not an area you want to be flimsy!!

Post 3606 by BrandonH,

#3606
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Post 3607 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3607
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Post 3608 by Markey,

#3608
OK, managed to fit them this morning, 2.5 hours....Not bad really, 1st time fork and yoke removal for me

Few pics below (looks the bollocks but not tried them yet as it lashing it down)


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Post 3609 by ma1290rky,

#3609
Looks great! I thought those were X-Trig clamps for a second (same color).

Post 3610 by kevxtx,

#3610
Beautiful!!! Who makes the carbon Headlight pieces and Tank fairings?

Post 3611 by Kotari,

#3611
Purty, very purty.


Sarasota_Steve
08 990 SDR

Post 3612 by robjederuiter,

#3612
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Post 3613 by Growler48,

#3613
Got rid of the white spring and replaced it with an orange one! Can't understand why KTM put a white spring on the black bikes!


Post 3614 by DribbleDuke,

#3614
A few days ago it was nice, temps in the 50's. So I took the long way home. Stopped by one of the local lakes a few miles west of Wichita:

Post 3615 by Markey,

#3615
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Post 3616 by cheeheese,

#3616
Yeah....Needs to stay white i'm afraid.....Sorry Growler

Post 3617 by bic_bicknell,

#3617
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Post 3618 by Growler48,

#3618
Ha ha, that's pretty funny about why WP originally produced their springs in white. I didn't know that about the hospital bit.

You want to watch out changing the spring to orange without considering the rating. Not sure about 1290s but with the unit for the 990 the orange spring is stiffer than the white one and can result in a harsh ride if you are a light weight kind of guy. I think it does look better in orange though.

Post 3619 by Aphex,

#3619
Dropped the 1290 off with it's new owner in Wales He's registered and is awaiting approval of his membership here.

Glad I still have the 625 SMC to play with!

Post 3620 by bic_bicknell,

#3620
Regardless of the history of white springs, I just don't like it being the only thing on the entire bike that is white, except for what's on the stickers. Looks completely out of place to me and upsets the visuals of the black bike, IMO. I think the white springs look great on the Orange bikes, though.

The spring supposedly has the exact same spring rate as the white one.

Post 3621 by Scotty,

#3621
I think the orange spring takes away from the lines of the frame.

Post 3622 by Scotty,

#3622
I went out in the sunshine and did 40 miles round Surrey back roads. It was below freezing and without a heated jacket it would have been miserable. As it was my hands went numb after ten miles or so but I kept stopping to warm them up on the silencers. Some bits of road were covered in frozen water and patches of snow and the return journey was into the setting sun so it made for slow and cautious riding. But it was good to be out and feeling the fresh air in my face.

Post 3623 by cessnatpa,

#3623
I presume that you're busily purging all the salt from your bike with a bucket of hot soapy water Bic? That corrosive muck does a good job in helping keep the roads passable, but I hate what it does to bikes so I never ride on it

I had to undertake a trip for work this morning that covered a narrow lane that's often wet, either from the adjacent fields draining over it or there's a leaky pipe somewhere. I did wonder what it'd be like with the current sub-zero temperatures and sure enough there were three Police cars down there, officers shovelling salt over the wet road to try and stop it freezing (this was at 09:30) and some young lad with his little car, slightly crumpled after his attempts to re-style the scenery with it...

Post 3624 by Scotty,

#3624
Hot water on a salt encrusted bike?

Post 3625 by xrpilot,

#3625
Stops your hands freezing in weather like this. Avoiding frostbite is more of a consideration than a different chemical reaction from a slightly elevated water temperature! If being fussy, once the salt is washed off it's easy enough to hose the bike down to remove any residual traces of salt and soap.
Personally I prefer the easier option in this weather - leave it in the garage!

Post 3626 by Kotari,

#3626
I painted my brake calipers the colors of the Austrian flag.

Post 3627 by aracheon,

#3627
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Post 3628 by Davo-Singapore,

#3628
Salt isn't the problem in Alabama, we have deer that like to suicide bomb us

Post 3629 by Growler48,

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Post 3630 by bic_bicknell,

#3630
Added a ram mount in the fuel tank bolt. I had to add a washer to get the proper tension on the ball. I think it looks cleaner than on the handle bar. Thus will hold my phone and a go pro. ImageImageImage

Sent from my XT1060 using Tapatalk

Post 3631 by Growler48,

#3631
I installed the MotoHooligan air box and Power Commander 5 today. This has gone on top of the factory Akra pipes and Akra reflash. Had a dyno base run done yesterday just to get a starting point with the Akra flash. Bike was putting out 163hp at the rear wheel and 98.6 lbs torque. The bike is going in Thursday for custom mapping but the tuner thought he might not be able to improve things. He was telling me that the Akra tune CO% was spot on and also that the airbox mods he has worked with before didn't amount to any real gains. So we shall see...........

Post 3632 by Growler48,

#3632
seems contrary to what others have claimed, no? People seem to speak highly of the airbox mod. Look forward to see what you manage to achieve.

Post 3633 by scamb66,

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Post 3634 by Dogmeat,

#3634
I've been choosing to go out more and more on the 1975 triple over the last year but today I took the SD out for a well earned blast and did 100+ miles just hooning around. Took my orange SDR spring round to a powder coating specialist to get stripped and a new orange finish. They are over in Edenbridge which is where MHMRacing is based so I know the roads through Surrey and into Kent quite well. This time of the week there's no traffic and some of the B roads are pretty smooth with great corners and good visibility. Fell in love with the power and handling of this bike again. After countless miles battling with 70's brakes and frame limitations it's a revelation to get on something with endless ground clearance and controllable power wheelies and smooth and vibration-free power (I know the LC8 engine is not really smooth) but it is compared to 750 two-stroke triple! So inspired I came back and started looking up No Limits trackways with a view to booking a day at Brands Hatch, there's one this Thursday and I'm sorely tempted. That's the problem with these modern bikes - public roads always leave me feeling a little bit frustrated at not being able to ride the bike to it's limits - you can only do this on a track. Not like the H2, that's an adventure just going down to the shops but I wouldn't really fancy taking it on a race track!

Post 3635 by Aphex,

#3635
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Post 3636 by aracheon,

#3636
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Post 3637 by Heipaal,

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Post 3638 by steeeve66,

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Post 3639 by Nukem,

#3639
Automatic Turn Indicator Reset
KTM Powerparts # 603.00.995.000
Automatic reset after 10 seconds and a distance travelled of 500 feet.

Post 3640 by DribbleDuke,

#3640
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Post 3641 by Woody80,

#3641
Pulled all plastics, wheels- had tyres dismounted, removed bearings and dropped at the powder coat shop (KTM orange). Oil change with all new screens and Motorex 10/50. Ordered an ITG intake kit, Rotweiller SRS delete, o2 delete plugs & fuel dongles. Also, touring windscreen, bar mirror, CRG levers, installing a battery tender cord. Will install new tyres, valve stems, bearings and Marchesini decals.

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Post 3642 by DukeNukem999,

#3642
nice wheels, looks like a great job.
Is that paint or powder coat?

Post 3643 by DukeNukem999,

#3643
Thanks! The wheels were powder coated. Not sure how paint would stand up to tyres being mounted/ dismounted.

Post 3644 by DukeNukem999,

#3644
Nice. I've only powder coated wheels (on other bikes) before as its more robust than paint (tyre changes especially)

Post 3645 by Plake,

#3645
I'm in the middle of changing the countersprocket to a 16 tooth. Just got stuck slightly for the lack of a ratcheting 10mm wrench. Could have pressed on with a regular box wrench but it was getting late.

Post 3646 by ma1290rky,

#3646
Fitted a pair of Akrapovics slipons (Scored them cheap albeit they're second hand).
Removed rear pegs.
Test ride was awesome





Post 3647 by DukeNukem999,

#3647
Not today but over last two weeks, I ran out of fuel / nearly ran out of fuel twice (I really need to resolve reserve light not working issue...lol).

First Time - 19.12L - ran out and literally rolled downhill into a servo that only had RON 91 (270km on tripometer). It rode the same but I diluted it with 95 after 90kms (got the same mileage).


Second time - 19.11L - I knew it was close but not this close (261km on tripometer)

Post 3648 by DukeNukem999,

#3648
Had its 600 mile service then thrashed the nuts off it on the way home. Thought it was great below 7000 revs but....just laughed all the way back

Also had the powerparts tail tidy put on. Massive improvement in the look of the back end imho.

Post 3649 by DukeNukem999,

#3649
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Post 3650 by Plake,

#3650
Yeah its been around $1 a Litre for a while now (in SEQ where it is notoriously higher than southern states), but it jumped up by 20c recently.
It normally fluctuates every week but the cycle is all over the shop nowadays.

And thanks, yes the Akras have marks from the previous straps but are otherwise tidy. For < 40% the RRP I'm happy
Was a little risky buying them unseen but it was from a known parts dealer interstate.
I admit, I was a tad apprehensive when I opened up the box / polystyrene containers they came in, but all good now .

Post 3651 by Plake,

#3651
Ordered a Shorai LFX19A4-BS12 (LiFePO4) battery from a place here in sunny Queensland.
Current battery history is unknown and I assume its at least 2-3 years old, possibly even the original ?.
Looking for chain and sprockets now. Either a DID or RK gold chain with a Supersprox Stealth rear 40T and an OEM front 16T.

Post 3652 by DukeNukem999,

#3652
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Post 3653 by DukeNukem999,

#3653
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Post 3654 by Nukem,

#3654
Akra full system is the next project. Should be on by the end of May

Post 3655 by Edorta,

#3655
is a very nice Plake

Post 3656 by Nukem,

#3656
Got the Arrow Xkone slip-on yesterday! Mounted on the bike today. Looks way better than the oem and sounds great without the db-killer

Post 3657 by DukeNukem999,

#3657
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Post 3658 by Woody80,

#3658
Swapped out oem chain and sprockets with oem 16T / Supersprox 40T sprockets and RK GB525GXW gold chain.
Cleaned up grease and dirt from front output shaft and rear wheel area. Cleaned rear brakes etc.
Then rode it 40T rear sprocket was a good decision







Post 3659 by DukeNukem999,

#3659
I'm liking the look of that rear sprocket!!
SuperSprox is it?
Do they make one for the 1290?

Post 3660 by Davo-Singapore,

#3660
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Post 3661 by DukeNukem999,

#3661
It looks great mate
I never owned a 990 but I yearned for one for a little while
I love my 1290 but it needs cash to put it right!!
I haven't even gotten my full Akra yet but I can't wait for it...few guys have said its the best money spent on the 1290!!
I reckon a good front cartridge kit would be money well spent also
The 990 Superduke was well known to be a little flighty!!
If it's flightier than the 1290(it is from what I've heard) then the thing must be a freak in lunatic
Enjoy the ride....

Post 3662 by DukeNukem999,

#3662
In the last few days/weeks I've installed the following on my new 1290: 16t sprocket, race/ABS dongle, Kev's speedo disks, Evotech tail tidy, PP Ergo seat, Evotech rad guard, R&G stator guard, Rizoma clutch case guard, T-Rex Racing frame sliders, and today, the Hepco & Becker C-Bow bags. All pretty standard upgrades, though I would like to single out the Rizoma case guards. The quality is noteworthy, from the packaging to the machine screws- expensive, but oozes quality. In the past, I've had Rizoma mirrors on my MV Brutale, and the same, expensive, but excellent. If I could afford it, I would use Rizoma exclusively.
I've also fiddled with the suspension quite a bit- after setting rear sag, I have finally gotten the dampening to a pretty good place for my riding. The transformation from an annoying, sloppy ride, to a pretty compliant and confident one. I weigh 165 lbs. and so am lucky to fall in the sweet spot.
I also bled the front and rear brakes, as well as the clutch, and though my bike has only 2,500 miles on it (bought new in Feb.), it is improved as well. Perhaps because I live @7000 feet elevation, any small bit of air in the lines from sea level expanded and got a little worse up here? Regardless, I recommend the 30 minutes or so to do it.
Took a little while, but I'm really starting to bond with the bike. Hope to take my first tour in the near future.
Cheers,
Michael

Post 3663 by DukeNukem999,

#3663
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Post 3664 by DukeNukem999,

#3664
As soon as I figure out how I need to set up a photo sharing acct somewhere (total Luddite, I am)

Post 3665 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3665
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Post 3666 by DukeNukem999,

#3666
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Post 3667 by scamb66,

#3667
Gave it its weekly clean and lube yesterday and finally ID'd the rear spring (While I keep my bike very clean, the writing was covered by grease / dirt and faces frontward making it very hard to see).
Its a 59/59 - 190/185. From what I've read it perfect for my weight (105kg)
Not sure why the previous owner chose blue ?. I don't mind it but it does stand out from the rest of the bike...

Post 3668 by DukeNukem999,

#3668
Clocked up 1600kms this morning (since I bought it 6 weeks ago).
Also received a Shorai LiFePo4 battery today. Will "attempt" to swap it out tonight

Post 3669 by DukeNukem999,

#3669
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Post 3670 by hossa00,

#3670
Installed the SC project CR-T slip on, the thing is LOUD, I am very glad I didn't took the full decat kit. Im pretty scared once I get close to a cop, I am keeping the clutch lever on while I past him

Here is a short video of the sound :

https://vimeo.com/164346682

Post 3671 by DukeNukem999,

#3671
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Post 3672 by MrK,

#3672
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Post 3673 by Heipaal,

#3673
Yeah I'm hoping so. White colour is unusual given the plastic is black / blue. Maybe former battery was white and they didnt bother to clean it up ?.

Post 3674 by DukeNukem999,

#3674
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Post 3675 by DukeNukem999,

#3675
Fresh glas sanded soundengine , and fresh clearcoat painted carbon endcaps , polished y-pipe
dont try this at home a lot of work to paint the akrapovice caps , bad oem quality .
i have to spray many clearcoat layers for a mirror finish


Post 3676 by DukeNukem999,

#3676
Had a 600km trip today. 300km in rain and 300 in sunny conditions!

Post 3677 by DukeNukem999,

#3677
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Post 3678 by DukeNukem999,

#3678
Shorai battery came today to replace the original from 2008. Added some foam to keep it rattling. When is someone going to thread the terminals on batteries. ImageImage

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Post 3679 by fentos,

#3679
Must be the time for it.. at least 3 of us that have replaced the battery with a Shorai LFX in the last week....

Post 3680 by DukeNukem999,

#3680
Today I clocked up 2000kms in the 7 weeks since i bought it. It hasn't missed a beat (touch wood). Very happy so far with my choice.
I mainly went for the SD as it ticked my list of criteria and it suited my budget.. lightweight, Vtwin, upright, good suspension and seemingly a reliable bike (based on reviews and this forum).
Love having that V twin sound again !.

Post 3681 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3681
Got out for a ride!

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Then came home and gave her a bath.

Post 3682 by Growler48,

#3682
Got an Oberon clutch slave to replace the stocker, which began to leak. Apparently the stock design allows the piston to get misaligned which lets it leak.

Put on a new rear Bridgestone T30 EVO GT, then spent 4 days riding in NW Arkansas with some friends. Turned over 10K miles on this trip, having put on 6200 since I got the bike late last November. The bike continues to impress, and is a joy to ride.

The T30 performed well. Predictable and no surprises. I'm curious to see what the wear will be, but from what I've heard they last. If so, I'll keep buying them

Videos from the ride:

Arkansas 341, Push Mountain Road, following a relatively new rider, taking it easy:


Going east and then back west on Arkansas 9, between the junction of 9, 5, and 14, and Melbourne




A faster run on 341, later in the day:


Photos:


Loading up:




grommet's typical sunset pics on the way to a ride:





Larry, Mark, and Mike at the Little Piney Creek bridge on lower 123:



At the Oark General Store for lunch:




Friday's ride with Brad and Rob, same bridge:


A very interesting character on a Ural with sidecar. He said his wife does yoga while riding in the sidecar as they travel around the dirt roads. I didn't quite believe the parts about the yoga or the dirt roads, since the cover was on the sidecar and there was no dirt on the bike. He's probably a serial killer and has a body under the cover in the hack. Who knows.


After our 2nd run up 341 on Saturday. Good times


Leaving Sunday, on the way to the Talimena Scenic Byway with Jake. Our favorite bridge, again:


Top of Mt. Magazine, south of Clarksville:



Talimena Scenic Byway, Oklahoma side, looking north:

Post 3683 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3683
Some good photos there

Post 3684 by Growler48,

#3684
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Post 3685 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3685
I installed a dual USB port to charge the phone and GPS simultaneously, using the ACC1 connections behind the head light. If anybody cares I'll take some pics and post a how to in the .... HOW TO section.

I also fitted the Cortech 10Liter tank bag with the plug and patch kit and tyre pump. The bag looks much better than the KTM tank bag in my opinion. And the plug and patch kit saved a buddy on an S1000RR in the past.

Post 3686 by catalonia,

#3686
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Post 3687 by jmann,

#3687
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Post 3688 by drkwng,

#3688
Thanks for the link!

Post 3689 by DukeNukem999,

#3689
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Post 3690 by Scotty,

#3690
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#3691
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#3692
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#3693
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#3694
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#3695
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Post 3696 by wizzzard,

#3696
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Still have to install :

Rottweiler intake kit, Quickshifter/Power commander, 16T sprocket, KTM ergo seat

Post 3697 by DukeNukem999,

#3697
How do you like that Scotts dampener? I see that you have the OEM one still on as well, would it be better to remove it? Or does it do so little that it's a moot point?

Post 3698 by Twisted_Nudist,

#3698
Installed the akrapovics, changed oil and a vieuw coolant clamps wich were leaking
Good to be back, couldn't sign for a couple of months

Post 3699 by Aphex,

#3699
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Post 3700 by 2014_SDR,

#3700
Had a trip along the coast today. A bit windy, but the bike performed well! Metzeler M7RR is working great

Here is a video before I changed tyres here the other day

Post 3701 by SUPERDUKEINOZ,

#3701
Learned how to post pictures on this site!! This is a picture of just getting home from a burn up just before the rains came in, so nice and moody.
On the bike I have a Racefit Growler which sounds awesome but is now for sale (see classifieds) as I have since gone full decat and loving it; also motohooligan footpegs which are ace, comfort seat also brilliant and a bargain, racefoxx footrest brackets which give you rearset feel for little $$ (transform the ride for me, focussed in the twisties but still comfortable and adjustable). And most of the Evotech catalogue, great stuff
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Post 3702 by DukeNukem999,

#3702
Nice Photo. what camera / setting did you use ?.

Post 3703 by DukeNukem999,

#3703
Cleaned and reoiled Rotty Air Filter and Pre Filter.
Found small tear on Prefilter where it rubs against the fuel tank. Need to order a new one sometime.

Post 3704 by Plake,

#3704
Took the scenic route home from work. So I thought the 1290 SDR had a 4.8 gallon tank? I just did my second fill up since getting the bike Friday afternoon and put 4.973 gallons in it.

244 miles now and counting. Love the bike so far!

Post 3705 by Plake,

#3705
1) In Halfords car park getting a torx driver to fix my crappy car with. Started the bike, put it in gear, bang, fell off as I had forgotten to take the disc lock off, first time for about 20 years

2) Surveyed damage - snapped front brake lever, scuffed bar end weight, scuffed crankcase...and..... by far the most painful bit...a tiny tiny scratch/dink on the brand new akra pipe (full Ti evo system) .

3) Drove up to the dealers who had the lever and bar end in stock. I've just fitted them and feel a bit better about the whole mess. Going to get them to fit a new crank case cover at its next service in a year as cba to drain oil to do it. Pipe damage is almost invisible but I know its there. I'm sure I'll cope after a few months of trauma counselling.

Post 3706 by sam46,

#3706
Mate I'm crying for you, what a sick feeling; could you fit one of this crank case protectors like GB Racing?

Post 3707 by bic_bicknell,

#3707
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Post 3708 by DukeNukem999,

#3708
Cheers murph. It's so small you probably couldn't find it unless you were told where it is, so am going to leave it. Will get an r&g crank case slider at the same time as the new crankcase I think. It would in fact cover the crankcase damage if I put it on, but I'd know it's there.

Post 3709 by DukeNukem999,

#3709
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Post 3710 by DukeNukem999,

#3710
Had this 05 sd sat in the garage since swapping it for my 250xcf last year.
Took her out for a blast and the chain snapped.
So she's just had:

New did chain
Renthal 16/40 sprockets
Oil filter service
Valves checked
RamAir pods
2nd flies removed
Sas removed
Gear indicator
Pro grips
Tune Ecu remap
Few bits black plastidipped
Shock Spring red plastidipped

Surprisingly she runs sweet as a nut. Had to follow applied reset procedure for everything to settle but dam does she ride like a different bike now.

Just waiting for red dash clock stickers and red decals off crispy and she's nearly there.

Sas plates, slipper clutch and quick shifter next

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Post 3711 by wizzzard,

#3711
First oil change done today. Did it a little early, 493 miles on the clock. Sending a sample off to Blackstone Labs for shits and grins. I was somewhat surprised to find both screens and the oil filter to be clean. No metal shavings on the magnets either. The filter did have some minor debris in it, looked like tiny paint flakes or something but nothing that I wouldn't expect to see from a new engine. Reset the service indicator so it won't start yelling at me. Probably pop over to the dealer in the morning to have them hook the fancy KTM diagnostics tool up to run a systems check and make the shift light function where I set it and not flash me at 6500 rpm any longer. Also installed the PP oil filter over, just because.

Also installed the Evo-Tech tail tidy. Nicely made, very sturdy. Bit of a pain to assemble but not overly difficult. I did end up having to lengthen the indicator wires as they were too short. I'm guessing KTM doesn't use as long of a stalk on the indicators for the Euro models. All works tho and looks much better without the huge tail sticking off it's ass.

Post 3712 by DukeNukem999,

#3712
I did a full deep clean of my 990 on Thursday. Took four hours but looks like new again. Well except for the wear from ten years great road riding, track day escapades and riding through every winter. Not bad though.

Post 3713 by jambox,

#3713
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Post 3714 by Edorta,

#3714
Motohooligan intake installed today. HOLY S*** what a noise and it's much more snappy. Auto tune is on the way. Image

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Post 3715 by Scotty,

#3715
I install my ITG airbox this weekend too.

Does anybody have the 54 FI error?

It's a SAS problem but i disable it with the tune ecu years ago :O

Post 3716 by shadowman,

#3716
Installed Bazzaz on the 1290 SDr this past weekend - all I can say is WOW -
the bike as we all know is way fast in stock mode - the main reason I installed the Bazzaz is that I wanted to smooth out a bit of jerkiness and
knew that the bike was starving for fuel at certain rpm's

I've previously installed a Bodus de cat pipe and am very happy with it - the stock pipe sounds very nice and mellow with the cat gone and the
Bazzaz has smoothed out the fueling issues. I of course removed all the hoses and junk for SAS system and installed Rottweiler block off plates
and dongles to override the F I codes.

These few changes have made an already awesome bike even better.

I did the same install of the Bazzaz on my 390 Duke and what a difference that made in a 44 hp bike - unbelievable

Post 3717 by aracheon,

#3717
Today is the second day of a double-header trackday at Oulton Park. I'm here with a bunch of mates and it's my second time out on the SD Track bike. It took a while but I've got the hang of it now after learning to maximise the bike's strengths; brakes and corner speed. I haven't had this much fun since doing Mugello on my ZX-10 three years ago. Epic days, helped by some decent weather at last. The "ditch pump" jibes from my garage buddies have gone quiet now, since they can no longer stay with me (and three of them are current racers)
Happy days report and photos to follow sometime soon.

Post 3718 by Growler48,

#3718
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Post 3719 by Grallesh,

#3719
Machined myself a shift lever that's ~0.5" longer than the stock one. Working on the longer toe peg next.



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Post 3720 by bic_bicknell,

#3720
Made space in the garage, replaced the gauge, battery tender lipo battery in, cleaned her up, and got a rekluse clutch slave on. still rides like a baby!ImageImageImage

Post 3721 by aracheon,

#3721
Took a ride up to this shop.

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Got some stuff while I was there.

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The 1290 did great and manage to do round trip on a single tank of gas.

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Post 3722 by nicogri,

#3722
Had a set of Bridgestone S21s installed today after getting 6,000 miles out of the stock Dunlops. My only issue with the Dunlops was that the front cupped really bad, so I went for these after reading some good reviews.



Post 3723 by nicogri,

#3723
put on the black fairings instead of the green "special edition" fairings.
i kinda grew tired of them fairly quick.. they kept reminding me of shrek..

so i decided to go with black & gold!
i know... "HAH! GAAAAY..." :p
but i think i've kept it rather classy and not too over the top.

also put on some dunlop roadsmart II's on few days back and they're a delight!

still some changes comming up. matte black handlebars and clamps, sas removal and open airfilter (dunno wich one yet)
was also thinking about the luimoto seat cover (anybody have experience with it?)


so anyway, here's what it looks like right now;

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put on some decals, the "duke" trim is custom, then some rim-tape.

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ktm racing sticker at the bottom and "ready to race >>" decal on the crash protectors.

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a few gold fairing bolts. (engine bolts still to be done during service)

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rizoma tomok mirrors, sportline grips, the new bar-ends, pro-bolt caps/bolts and some cnc levers.
(imagine the handlebars and clamps matte black here)

let me know what you think

Post 3724 by hossa00,

#3724
I used to paint everything black and gold when I was at school because of John Player Special racing colours. Push bikes, Go karts, bedroom walls!

Looks very tidy mate - I'd have stopped short of the rim-tape though

Post 3725 by LEGENDofTROY,

#3725
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Post 3726 by SUPERDUKEINOZ,

#3726
My daughter got me the KTM Power Parts heated grips for my SDR, so I installed them today.

Post 3727 by SUPERDUKEINOZ,

#3727
My 1290 is due for its 1 year birthday very soon so I thought it deserved a few goodies finally
Just fitted these>
Powerparts ergo seat
Ebay / chinese shorty levers
Progrip 732 grips
SSB (LFP14H-BS) Lithium Ion Ultralite battery>

BMW S1000RR custom fitted muffler was done a few weeks ago now also

mmmm wish the weather would warm up so I can enjoy some more ride time, I dont get snow here but cold is cold to me!









Post 3728 by Twist,

#3728
How much was the battery?Cheers

Post 3729 by SUPERDUKEINOZ,

#3729
The battery was $162AU on ebay including delivery but I was lucky enough to use a coupon/voucher that dropped the price down to $146AU incl delivery

Huge weight reduction & spins the starter motor up with ease

Post 3730 by DukeNukem999,

#3730
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Post 3731 by Aphex,

#3731
I did originally run it without a cat & no DB killler, I have since made a custom DB killer & fitted an Akrapovic hi flow 200 cell slip in catalytic converter
The muffler internals are 60mm (so at the inlet side it clamps directly onto the 1290 60mm link pipe) & it does not shrink down inside, this gives it a very very deep tone running it full open but it makes it fairly loud which is not what I was aiming for, I have spent a few years as an automotive exhaust fitter myself so I knew what I was in for with the length of the muffler & exactly what I needed to do to bring the DB's down to a reasonable level
I made a DB killer similar to the Arrow ones which are capped on the inside, this forces the exhaust around the DB killer & into the muffler rather than squeezing the exhaust into a small ID db killer & not allowing the muffler to do its job for the full length, hopefully that makes sense to some?
I really need to get a video with the db killer in & out

This was the basic design of the db killer>

Post 3732 by SUPERDUKEINOZ,

#3732
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Post 3733 by hossa00,

#3733
Good to know mate!!!
I don't mind the stock shock,think it's not bad and not sure I want to fork out 1300 euro to find out how better the Ohlins is;)

Post 3734 by DukeNukem999,

#3734
Finally received the back ordered Fuel Sensor. Picked it up yesterday and fit it last night.
Turned the bike on, fuel light didn't turn on....hoped it would reset / come good when I rode it this morning, which it did. Yes !. Finally a working fuel sensor.
Filled up, stated riding and it stayed lit for a while but disappeared after a couple of minutes so appears to be fine.
Note; It seems you cant reuse the plugin cable tie thingy's that secure the fuel sensor cable to the underside of the fuel tank. It doesn't come with any, not a huge deal but annoying.
I'll need to order them as well.
Old sensor didn't look too bad, but rubber sheath on internal wiring had worn a little. Also the cable looked too tightly held (crushed even) by the two "plugin cable tie thingy's".

Post 3735 by Growler48,

#3735
Been riding the hell out of it for the past two days to make sure all issues are resolved and that I did indeed properly torque and loctite everything

Took some pics with the standard seat and the power parts comfort seat in case any one was wondering what the difference is. You can really see it but the comfort seat has a totally different texture, almost like crushed velvet. It's much more firm (maybe because it's new and needs to be broken in?) and it's definitely not a seat I'll be using for touring since the flat surface area is much smaller, it kicks your ass pretty far back to make you lean forward and put you over the bars, unlike the standard seat since you can comfortably sit as close to the tank as you want.

Post 3736 by Markey,

#3736
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Post 3737 by DukeNukem999,

#3737
I love the shorty exhaust. I had a similar setup on my CBR1000RR, but it was a stock aftermarket Yoshi pipe. Mine was "engineered" to not interfere with stock ground clearance or lean angle. Does yours touch down first or can you use the full tyre?

Post 3738 by Plake,

#3738
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Post 3739 by DukeNukem999,

#3739
Highscore Airbox and Mahle kl 145 fuel filter mod


Post 3740 by DukeNukem999,

#3740
Changed the oil, filter and screens. Replaced previously burred oil screen bolts. Replaced handlebar bolts that were slightly rusty.

Post 3741 by DukeNukem999,

#3741
So I went to wash the bike yesterday and the rear tyre was flat as ??. So put it on the stand and found the culprit.
Just a "little" screw in the rear tyre....lol.
I can't complain about the timing though
Older tyre / happened at home / on a weekend + got to test out the emergency tyre repair kit I've had for years (ie I now know how to use it). Good enough to get me to a bikeshop.
I've been lucky over the years. This is only my second puncture in over 180,000km's of riding. Last one was in 2003 in Katherine, NT.





Post 3742 by jmann,

#3742
Yup comrade: Good enough to get you to the bike shop. That's a pretty good record

Post 3743 by DukeNukem999,

#3743
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Post 3744 by DukeNukem999,

#3744
Got some new tyres - Michelin PR4 rear and PP3 front.
Decent price and got them done first thing without a booking
Feels much better too. Maybe I'm just used to Michelins as its all I've had for years.


Post 3745 by DukeNukem999,

#3745
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Post 3746 by DukeNukem999,

#3746
Yes, I've been very happy with the grip, feel and wear of the Pilot Roads since v2. Had them on a VTR1000, Super Blackbird and now SuperDuke.
First time I've tried the Pilot Power.
The usual "new front tyre / initial ride" fall in not feeling right was non existent too. A new front tyre usually feels so much different when you first get one fitted.

Post 3747 by D1rkola,

#3747
Downloaded the "08 SDGuysCustom possibly the best map for aftermarket pipes.hex" map and it seems better and less snatchy at low throttle (quick 15 min ride)
Will take it out for a long ride today and test it out

Post 3748 by Aphex,

#3748
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Post 3749 by DukeNukem999,

#3749
Dropped the new basket in, refilled and bled the cooling system.

Rode the fook out of it and gonna do the same with pegs down tomorrow for David.

Post 3750 by D1rkola,

#3750
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Post 3751 by DukeNukem999,

#3751
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Post 3752 by Growler48,

#3752
Well happy to report this latest map seems good. Smoother and much less snatchy throttle
Rode in to work this morning and it was humming. Temp was 6c-11c.
Thanks KTM Guy.

Post 3753 by Growler48,

#3753
Installed an Austin Racing Quick Release Fuel Cap. I wasn't sure if I could use my Tankbag adapter or not, but it works just fine!

Post 3754 by Adrock990r,

#3754
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Post 3755 by Aphex,

#3755
Yes. The tankbag is on most of the time and the bike doesn't usually sit unattended, so I don't see it as being a problem.

Post 3756 by Adrock990r,

#3756
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Post 3757 by DukeNukem999,

#3757
Stripped down my SDR 990 seat and put a gel pad in. Standard seat was obviously going to give my chalfonts a kicking and official replacements were expensive. Ordered a large lump of surgical standard gel from DanMedica and took a knife to it, making it an all-gel seat as opposed to just a square cut out of the middle. Result is an all-day saddle, yeehaw! Bumgrapes preserved for antiquity. Starting with the small stuff or what?
Ade

Post 3758 by Aphex,

#3758
Replaced cracked OEM bars with black Pro Taper Contours (trimmed 17mm each end), Stainless steel engine bolts, knock off Rizoma indicators, Brembo smoke tinted fluid reservoirs, titanium clutch and brake perch bolts, Stainless bar mount bolts, new akra decals on slip ons and a clutch and brake fluid change and bleed. All money that should be spent on a 1290 but it's a good old girl and worth it to me i guess.





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Post 3759 by wizzzard,

#3759
Those black bars and smoked reservoirs really tie in well.

Can I ask where you got the indicators? Would love something like that to replace my oem ones in the front.

Post 3760 by Adrock990r,

#3760
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Post 3761 by Nukem,

#3761
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Post 3762 by Aphex,

#3762
Thanks Adrock, gonna give em a go.

Post 3763 by bic_bicknell,

#3763
I can't believe they get away with putting the Rizoma brand name on there. In some way I've got nothing against Chinese (or other) cheap items if that's what people want to buy but to just blatantly rip off another brand and print a logo on is pretty low.

Not sure what Rizomas cost now but they are very expensive kit. More like £100s for a set rather than £10s.

Post 3764 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3764
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Post 3765 by Gimlet,

#3765
They don't come via China either..

Post 3766 by Aphex,

#3766
I hate the fookers that do this - they dont give a shit about anything or anyone. Hate em big time. They are the very reason I only produce 1 off parts these days - hate em - no ethics - dirty little low life fookers.
Just remember - you buy it you promote and encourage the rip offs

Post 3767 by Adrock990r,

#3767
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Post 3768 by whufc0,

#3768
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Post 3769 by wizzzard,

#3769
I put rizoma spy r mirrors on yesterday, can't take it out for a spin to see how good they are.

Post 3770 by hossa00,

#3770
i don't have a problem with your post nor would I waste my time and ask for it to be removed. As a mechanical engineer and designer all this has had a direct impact on me and many of my design teams and has over a long period of time. Unfortunately it will just get worse, so will the ability to protect good ideas or products.
I have made no reference in my post to belittle you so you have that wrong. If that were my intention i can assure you I would have made that perfectly clear.
obviously you can post whatever links you want, I just expressed how I feel about the current situation re blatant part design rip offs. Your experience has obviously been different.
I work at the cutting edge of aerospace mechanical engineering and design and lead the world in what we do and the fookers are continually trying to hack my stuff because they are too lazy/dumb to figure our hard shit for themselves - so I have my reasons for my opinion.
Have a look at my post history and I think you will find that I have been very helpful and offered many members helpful advice - probably more than most
And I wouldn't waste my time trying to start an argument via post

EDIT- I now realise my post could have been taken the wrong way. My comments were not directed at you or anyone on this forum but rather at the people that rip off designers and small to medium manufacturers that can't afford to do anything about it even when their protections add costs to their business and their customers.

Post 3771 by whufc0,

#3771
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Post 3772 by scamb66,

#3772
the turn indicators are not the worst chinese things ...
be warned !!!!!
there are many sellers on ebay etc who don´t care about your safety and health
they resells brembo chinese copies like this


for half the orginal price

what a good deal

Post 3773 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3773
fitted customled rear light,
evotech tailtidy

alarm from my rc8, but not working
evotech radguard
r&g exhaust hanger
rear seat pod
wheel rim stickers

and still not rode it yet, only 2 miles on clock

Post 3774 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3774
have austin racing build me a new muffler same as royal jordian but 50 mm longer
check out his pipe on u tube

Post 3775 by scamb66,

#3775
Not me but why wouldn't you? Elaspede Dust Hustle in Brisbane.
Anyone here?
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Post 3776 by whufc0,

#3776
Man, that is fookin cool


Sarasota_Steve
08 990 SDR

Post 3777 by Aphex,

#3777
I turned my 1290 into an adventure bike! Took her 200 miles into the Kentucky wilderness to the Red River Gorge in Daniel Boone National Forrest for a couple nights of motocamping (backroads the whole way!). The most harrowing part of the journey was the 3 miles of poorly graded pot hole ridden gravel road to the trail entrance where I camped. Awesome performance all the way down and all the way back. This bike is such a freaking pleasure to ride. Even with the gear piled on it still handled like THE BEAST in the twisties all the way there. This bike is too much fun.

Edit- How the f*ck do you post an image here? I've tried putting the album url between the [img] brackets, the individual photo url, etc. nothing seems to work. If the pic does show up its super zoomed in... Ideas?

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Post 3778 by Markey,

#3778
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Post 3779 by whufc0,

#3779
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Post 3780 by Willh,

#3780
New MT-60

Post 3781 by bic_bicknell,

#3781
WillH.

What type of riding/road are those tread patterns designed for? They look similar to tyres I used to put on my supermoto but not on any road bike I ever had.

Post 3782 by Willh,

#3782
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#3783
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Post 3784 by Willh,

#3784
Nope, notice they're mounted on akra mounts. Shortened, higher, and farther apart. In their riginal position they rubbed like a son of a bitch. I do a bridge jump, (the whole bridge ), with big bottoming and she don't rub no more.

Post 3785 by Willh,

#3785
Here are your rub marks


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Post 3786 by DukeNukem999,

#3786
Finally took it out for a decent ride It was a perfect Spring day on Sunday so just rode a couple of hours up to Mt Nebo, Mt Glorious and back along Nudgee Beach.

Post 3787 by Willh,

#3787
I'm on vacation at home this week. Think I'll flush & renew/bleed the brakes on the 1290. That will get rid of that ugly. dark brake fluid and maybe even the odd, humm-groan from the front brakes. ( the humm was there before & after replacing the front discs/rotors ).

Post 3788 by Willh,

#3788
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New experiment.

Post 3789 by Growler48,

#3789
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Post 3790 by DukeNukem999,

#3790
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Post 3791 by orangeracer,

#3791
Last ride of the season yesterday. 17celcius calling for 6"to 10" of snow for tomorrow
Great behaving badly, awful trudging at the speed limit. Finished well with stout and hot roast beef sandwich.
After latest rounds of house renovations are finished a good looking at suspension is called for.

Post 3792 by TimR,

#3792
Installed Gilles Tooling GTO-L-B Handlebars. Love the look! I don't know why KTM didn't do this on the black bikes to begin with!!!
The bend is very similar to stock. I think they bend toward the rider just a little bit more. Feels about the same when I'm riding.
I had this done at the dealership. The mechanic said that everything fit perfectly - no modifications had to be made however, you will have to drill and tap a hole on the left side for the switchgear.

Post 3793 by MrK,

#3793
Looks real good!

Post 3794 by LEGENDofTROY,

#3794
Well today I took my final ride of the year as it's going to be in the minuses next week. It's been a shit year for me this year. It started great and I spoilt myself with a new car in March, by April it had turned sour. I had a mountain bike fall and hurt my hand/wrist. I went and had an X-ray and was told it was just sprained, and to cut a long story short, 5 months later, 3 lots of X-ray 's and an MRI scan,I eventually get told I had broken my scaphoid bone. Riding my Ktm or road or mountain bike was just painful, and any journey was with gritted teeth. I had a bone graft from my hip, ( now that feckin hurt big time) and I had a screw and part of my hip inserted into my wrist along with a temporary pin. Anyhoo, the cast came off my arm last week and it will be a slow recovery to hopefully full potential but today was my last chance to ride and it was literally a 15 minute ride, but it was better than nothing. So now I'm halfway through AC-f50 ing my luverly SD ready for the winter hibernation and will finish off tomorrow.

Post 3796 by CEREC1,

#3796
Received a new radiator cover from RRG and fitted it.
**excuse the dirty bike, I got caught in a hailstorm yesterday.



Post 3797 by cdv478,

#3797
I choose "D," all of the above!







The SD990 parts warehouse: Bling, Akra ti exhaust, Rotty intake, JD Jetting mapper, bling, wave rotors x3, Rizoma tag and blinkers, carbon bling, LED lights all around, Scott's stabilizer, Renthal grips, KX450 handlebar, Evotech sliders, excessive use of Samco hoses and clamps, probably more bling and crap I don't recall for now...

Post 3798 by DukeNukem999,

#3798
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#3799
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Post 3800 by Scotty,

#3800
Nothing too exciting, but after being away working in France for 8 weeks I finally got into my garage and had a look at my two 990s - the road bike runs a conventional lead acid battery that I was under the impression was nearing the need for replacement, so I stuck the battery tender on it. Within a minute the light on the tender had gone from yellow to green. Hmmm, I thought, we'll see about that, so I put the key in, hit the button and she fired up instantly - bit of a result Next was the track bike (Shadowman's old one) - this one has a li-ion battery and I was expecting it to need a few goes and for the battery to gain in power with each one in the confusing way that they do, but once again, she fired up first time. 2 from 2, not bad so far, and after both the 990s had run for a while to get the temperature gauge up to about ⅔ of the scale, I turned them off and tried my WR250 green lane bike. After 2 seconds on the button that one fired up and ran happily too - possibly the most surprising as these babies really hate old fuel, and that can make all the difference between a fine day's riding and one where the bike is reluctant to start and repeatedly stalls. Anyway, feeling quite pleased with my Gentleman's set (3 from 3), I switched off the lights and closed the garage up.
After being away working, my great job went tits-up and I'm now looking for another, ho-hum.... something to look forward to was an advert I spotted on the back page of a local free magazine in the pub today - next weekend is the grand opening of a new Kawasaki dealer just outside my home town of Newbury (first I'd heard of it), and in addition to two top Kawasaki-mounted British Superbike riders (Leon Haslam and Luke Mossey) being present, Freddie Spencer will also be there, though quite what Fast Freddie's connection to Kawasaki is I'm not sure (but I'm sure the cheque will be quite adequate for his troubles).

Post 3801 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3801
Hello,

I just finished the 10k miles service. And its sooo satisfying.

I ordered the CJ Designs water pump rebuild kit and muffler graphite gasket. I had from the PO a set of the graphite gaskets for the header. I bought the rubber o-ring for the fuel line connection (Did you know that its supposed to be replaced at the 10k service?). Petroleum jelly (for oil or fuel connections), water based jelly (For coolant connections), set of sparkplugs, had to get a different sparkplug socket since for the SDR it's 14mm and for the SD was 16mm.

So I took my time, a few days draining oil and coolant since my wife was away for a few weeks, I had the garage to myself. I did not think my water pump seal was in bad condition, but I drained the coolant into a white bucket through a cotton towel to catch any sediment and see what ended up at the bottom of the bucket, and lo and behold there was some black oily substance at the bottom of the bucket when I emptied it.

Funny when I went to remove the bearings I put the case in the oven as recommended by the guys at the and the outermost bearing fell off by itself, (Found it at the bottom of the oven) and the other one was a piece of cake to remove. I had the new bearings in the freezer as they suggested so the new ones went in basically by themselves.

The valves did not need adjustment, the intake fronts were .12mm, exhaust front .30, and the intake rears were .15mm and exhaust .30 so I buttoned her up and moved on. I had to come back to the forum a few times and searched for some of the tricks to for example, remove the rear sparkplug (What a tricky procedure)

I used the invaluable information found in the site and removed and cleaned the clutch jet (Had to utilize one of my wife's pantyhose and shop vacuum to suck it up and catch it ).

Lifted the front wheel 2' and refilled with EngineIce coolant. Used a mix of Castrol Power RS and mostly Motorex 10w-50 (I had 1/2 quart of Castrol left so I used that up).

So I had been quoted over $1,000.00 for the labour part of this service and did not have to pay one dime.

I also received a set of Brigestone RS10's I need to install for the upcoming track day. I have Q3's right now and I'm gonna keep'em to re-install once the soft RS10's are done. I thought I would support some of the local bike shops so I called for a set of tyres. One quoted me $435 for a set of Q3 installed, two other quoted $375. I ended up getting the Bridgestone online for $229 and I'm expecting a $50 mail in rebate.

I just took her for a very short ride to basically re-fill the gas tank and I'll top up the coolant if its needed. No leaks, no left over fasteners, no extra bits and pieces left on the workbench. Feeling good!

Post 3802 by Willh,

#3802


Not so much what Ive done today. But what ive done through the winter months.

Added
- Andreani Cartridge kit
- Rotty Air box
- PC5
- QS
- Moto Hooligan rearset adjuster plates
- MFW Racing pegs black
- PP ergo seat
- PP seat cowl
- PP triple clamps
- Arrow CAT delete
- Akra pipe(DB killer installed)
- SAS kit.
- Coated fork stanction tubes. (Industial Hard Coatings Denver, NC )
- Brembo RCS Brake & clutch MC. (taken from my Multi)
- Rizoma Bar end flashers & CRG bar end mirrors(Taken from a R1 I parted out)
- Rizoma Mirrors (taken from my Multi)
- Rizoma rear signal lights(Taken from my Multi. Those will get put back on the Multi shortly)
- Evotech tidy tail.
- PP tank protection

To be added.
- Austin Racing High slung pipe(ordered last month, hope it arrives next week)
- Scotts steering mount ( I have the damper off my old R1. Just waiting for Rotty to revise their model)
- Rear shock ??? Time will tell.

Post 3803 by No. 47,

#3803
What, no studded tyres? When does riding season start in Edmonton

Post 3804 by Sarasota_Steve,

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Post 3806 by RichUK,

#3806
This weekend I installed a Rapid Bike Evo system on my 1290 R, along with a New Motohooligan airbox. I also removed the SAS, and canister systems. Right away the increase in power was very noticeable, the throttle response was much smoother, and love that intake sound!

Post 3807 by No. 47,

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Post 3808 by RichUK,

#3808
I went with OE parts.
Something has changed with the seal as it is no longer available as an individual part, but is a kit with the shaft now.
I do bugger all miles a year so if this only lasts another 12,000 miles I'll be happy.

Post 3810 by Aphex,

#3810
Just checked the parts order screen again and I got it the wrong way around, you can buy the seal on it's own but you can only buy the shaft as a kit with a new seal.



One thing I noticed is that the new seal was the same colour as the old seal, but that's doesn't mean it's the same compound.

Post 3811 by RichUK,

#3811
I did the water pump shaft (CJ Designs) and seal late last week and went on a 135 mile ride yesterday. No problems and in combination with the lower temp fan switch, Engine Ice and silicone hoses, I think it averages one or two bars less in most conditions. The old shaft was original, and it looked much better than I expected for having 13,000 miles. The impeller had rubbed against the housing at some point; not sure if that is normal or not. Bearings were quiet and smooth but I replaced them since I had the pump apart. The toughest part for me was installing the shaft seal; I screwed a couple up by nicking them, and luckily the dealer had another in stock so it was only a day's delay.

Also installed MotoHooligan pegs. They are much grippier than stock and nicely made.

Post 3812 by Willh,

#3812
Well not just today, more like a months worth of work/waiting for parts but...

Installed full akrapocic exhaust and headers, Rottweiler intake, sas block off plates, water pump rebuild, coolant change, oil change, akrapovic tune via tune ecu, bar end mirrors, new levers, and a r&g tail tidy. After 4 years of habing her i finally spoiled the beast. It's like a whole new bike now and i couldn't have done half the stuff without help from this forum.

Thanks guys!
07 superduke 990

Post 3813 by nampus,

#3813
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Post 3814 by SpeedyR,

#3814
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Post 3815 by Aphex,

#3815
Replaced the mid-pipe exhaust gasket today (although it didn't seem in bad shape but I was getting the customary 4500 rpm back fire).

As I was untwisting the O2 sensor wires it struck me that I've got them turned off in Tune ECU. Can I not just replace them with plugs?

Post 3816 by DukeNukem999,

#3816
I think as long as you link a plug by the battery with a resistor you can just blank them off and remove the sensor - is that right guys?

Post 3817 by whufc0,

#3817
Fitted the exhaust today,
Only 2nd time I've rode in in 6 months

Post 3818 by cheeheese,

#3818
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Post 3819 by whufc0,

#3819
Not yet mate, only 100 miles on clock, still another 500 to go

Am also still waiting for the link pipe, and newer style baffle from AR.

Post 3820 by Willh,

#3820
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#3822
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Post 3823 by Sarasota_Steve,

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Post 3824 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3824
Replaced my 5 year old battery that would barely hold a charge. Took a lot less time than I thought it would... now it starts up nice and quick!

Post 3825 by DukeNukem999,

#3825
Always nice with a new battery
What did you end up going with ?.

Post 3826 by WarBaby,

#3826
Productive fettling morning!

Replaced the power cable for my Zumo sat-nav because after five years one of the little connector pins had broken so I was getting intermittent power supply. It was always switching off just as I was coming up to an important interchange and leaving me lost. Cost £33 for a new cable which I thought was a bit steep but what can you do?

I finally got a chance to take off my carbon rear mudguard and chain guard to trim the end off the front of the chain guard. The thing is so flimsy that when you ride fast the front of the guard wobbles down and hits the chain so it has worn a big groove and looks a big mess. Cut off about 30mm and reshaped it all so should do the trick.

My Rizoma rear-sets have solid aluminium footrests which were originally knurled to give a lot of grip. I reckon I've done about 15,000 miles with these on now and they have worn off all the sharp edges, especially on the left gear change side. Last week on a 60 mile run through fast Wiltshire B reads my foot kept slipping off the pegs on bumpy corners leaned over - gave me a few scares. I was going to re-file all the knurling but when I took them off I realised I could just swap them over because it's only the front facing and outside edge that has worn smooth. Now I have another 15K to feel confident!

Couldn't face cleaning the bike though - I've not got a garage anymore and so bike is outside the front of the house and I have no stand here. Doing a lot of miles at the moment through pretty rural scenery so it will only get covered in road dust and mud and cow shit. So I did the rounds with a rag and WD40 just cleaning the crucial bits and giving everything a good lubricate and check-over. I quite like bikes to look like this. Sort of covered in dust but well maintained and functional. I think my days of polishing and pampering motorbikes is over. I just want them to work well! Also my bike is now ten years old so it has a lot of signs of being used regularly all year round - it's still in great mechanical condition and looks great but everywhere there are scuffs, wear marks, paint worn off the corners, fasteners not looking shiny but wearing a patina of oxidisation (not rust) that dulls everything down.

It's still a keeper for me though and still plenty fast enough to leave most other bikes I meet on my travels for dead. I'm always catching up other bikes on my lone travels and I stick behind them for a while out of courtesy sometimes but then get bored. I've been out on a few hideouts with local bikers but generally they always ride a bit slow for me. I do miss those days riding with Klink and Shade round Finchingfield way. Those guys were the only time I used to get pushed to my limit and sometimes a bit more.

Post 3827 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3827
Productive fettling morning! just like Bic's on the previous post

Last week, my rear right turn signal fell off the metal stem and was hanging by the wiring. I mixed up some Plast-Aid and added acrylic black paint, I smeared the PlastAid inside the rubber housing and around the metal stem and there was some minor squeeze out upon reinsertion that was very easily cleanable. Job done!

This Friday I rode and I had had a slight oil misting for a few weeks, from the bottom plate of the MotoHooligan air box, between the front and rear throttle bodies and I think this time I took care of it. Mostly the left side of my 'purty' orange frame was getting coated with oil. My uneducated guess was from the crankcase breather that is connected to the top of the air box.

So I removed the tank, air box and cleaned all the oil and I came to this wonderful forum where I found () that my airbox was installed properly (The rubber o-rings between the TB's and the bottom plate of the MH Box) so what I did was to use a little petroleum jelly between the velocity stacks and the bottom plate to seal the area better.

If this does not work, I'll look into disconnecting the crankcase breather and installing a separate filter and catch hose on the side ().

Also, A few months ago, after much debating whether to replace my speedometer or not since parts of the digits were fading, I opened up my speedo, I cleaned and reconnected all connections, I used a little dielectric grease and I used silicone to seal the two halves together (As requested by manufacturer via a sticker on the bottom side of the speedometer). When I took it apart, there had not been ANY silicone. None. Once reassembled, all the digits came back and I've been on several long rides (5+ hours) and I can happily say I've taken care of the problem. No more fading digits!

This Friday I got caught in 45 minutes of rain on my way home and the speedo did not let any water in and it did not miss a beat. Yeay!

And those are some of the reasons why it's a love/hate relationship with my SD. Something always needs to be done after one or a few rides. Always.

Post 3828 by SpeedyR,

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Post 3831 by WarBaby,

#3831
Did the 37.5K service. Getting better at these laborious oil changes...lol. Less mess for sure.
Need rear pads but everything else within spec

Post 3832 by AGRO!,

#3832
I broke-in my '17 SDR on 'the Dragon' @ Deals Gap and on the Cherohola Skyway, TN/NC. What a bike...fun, fun, fun!
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Post 3833 by WarBaby,

#3833
War baby, I am heading that way early September we need to hook up. I'll be on my 990 SDR and will have a few friends with me.

Post 3834 by DukeNukem999,

#3834
Changed rear Brake pads (old ones were down to about 1mm)
The new EBC pads took 1 month to arrive from the UK so it was getting close.

Post 3835 by Willh,

#3835
Drove through 70 miles of pi55in' rain. for bikes first service.( Also had an instrument update downloaded.).
Then drove back home in soaking clothes and enjoyed every second of it.
Even though it was still raining in parts I shifted the bike into "SPORT" mode.
3rd and 4th gears are awesome now.

After getting home. Had to clean bike, as it was well caked in crud.

Weather brightened up later so took the 690R out for a "Jook aboot".

Jeez! the 1290 is like this bike in manoeuvrability with 2 and a half times the power. Even the seat height's about the same. (Both are a tad high for me but I can live with that for now).

Roll on better weather.

Post 3836 by DukeNukem999,

#3836
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Post 3837 by Aphex,

#3837
Put a nail through my rear tyre. Not even a month old Pirelli.....

Post 3838 by DukeNukem999,

#3838
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Post 3839 by SpeedyR,

#3839
Detailed the Panigale where SDR was watching me I did get new Dunlop Q3+ for the 1290R so she doesn't feel neglected Image

Post 3840 by DukeNukem999,

#3840
Plated it for my summer vacation, then blew the dust off

Need to bleed the rear brake before rideout tomorrow

Post 3841 by Aphex,

#3841
Drilled the water drain hole in the swingarm.
Nothing came out...

Post 3842 by DukeNukem999,

#3842
Nothing super exciting, but I installed the Rottweiler fueling dongles yesterday. It sure did smooth out the throttle in the closed loop area, well worth doing.

Post 3843 by nampus,

#3843
Installed the PCV and quick shifter from Rottweiler performance. Haven't had a chance to ride it yet but it sounds smoother on start up and throttle response feels crisper, in the garage anyway.

Post 3844 by Aphex,

#3844
Nothing that exciting but clocked up 20,000Kms on the dot this morning (since I bought it 18 months ago at 21,016Km).

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Post 3845 by nampus,

#3845
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Post 3846 by Aphex,

#3846
cheers...nice ain't it

Post 3847 by nampus,

#3847
What year did the dukes start coming with those? That's a slight but also significant improvement over the original "facelifted" dash

Post 3848 by andrej126,

#3848
got in my SW Motech Blaze bags and daypack tank bag. Should have time to mount them tomorrow, will get some pics after I get them installed.

last week I changed the oil, put in a new oil filter (this one has an extra hole in the end compared to the original one), installed the orange clutch springs, and also installed a 16 tooth OE front sprocket.

Post 3849 by Adrock990r,

#3849
Showed some love to the 08 990sdr with HEL braided clutch and brake lines to replace the oem gear, had the forks serviced and the leak from the compression adjuster repaired (finally someone knew how to do it), added some more Probolt hardware, a set of Pirelli Supercorsa tyres, Healtech Quickshifter and gear indicator and fabricated and polished some aluminium into a bracket for the gear indicator.





Post 3850 by Motogoon,

#3850
Nice, I just had the 3 o-ring's replaced in my shock compression adjusters to stop a leak as well.

Did you have to cut in to any wires to fit that model gear indicator?

Post 3851 by Adrock990r,

#3851
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Post 3852 by DukeNukem999,

#3852
Fitted new tyres, went with PR4 Rear and PP3 front.
I rode 16500 kms on the last set with still a little bit left

Post 3853 by Adrock990r,

#3853
Fitted a new rad guard from Racing Radiator Guards.

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Post 3854 by Aphex,

#3854
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Post 3855 by Adrock990r,

#3855
Hard to say really, they felt good before i changed the lines but i haven't had a really decent run since. The whole front is completely different from having the forks serviced and repaired so i don't have anywhere the amount of front end dive that i had before which of course changes the way it feels under heavy braking. The old oem braided lines had gone really ratty looking at the hose ends and banjo which was the main reason for the change plus they weren't all that expensive to do. I changed out the rubber lines on a mates Yamaha FZ1 at the same time to a set of these braided lines and it has made a huge difference.

Post 3856 by PBRnr,

#3856
Put Oury grips on, fabricated a license plate bracket and added upper frame sliders. Is there much advantage to the lower sliders as well?

Post 3857 by Adrock990r,

#3857
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Post 3858 by DukeNukem999,

#3858
Hi mate you can find the countersunk fairing bolts and washers at http://www.probolt-usa.com. I replaced the tank shrouds and belly pan mounts with the same type. If you do use the aluminium ones just be sure to use the allen key provided or a good quality allen key and some blue loctite as the heads are quite soft and will get damaged if you try to tighten them too much. In saying that they hold fine just don't yank on the bolts. Regarding the polishing of some of the parts i have done i actually enjoyed it funnily enough

Post 3859 by Aphex,

#3859
today i have fitted a R&G rad guard and a Evotech performance tail tidy. The Rad guard i thought would be a five minute job but trying to fit the zip ties with my chunky fingers was a bastard. I can also understand why the evotech tail tidy is so expensive. A very nice piece of engineering not your average knock up part.

Post 3860 by Aphex,

#3860
Finally had time to install the Oberon slave. Bleeding was a PITAImage

Post 3861 by jmann,

#3861
Broke the "gear selector thingy thing" on the way to work .. it was stuck in 4th gear for about 10kms. Fun times.
Luckily the 990 has a lot of torque so I was able to take off from about 5 sets of lights (just) but sitting below 60kms was sluggish.
Ordered the part from KTM Brisbane (2 in stock at KTM Australia so expected tomorrow if I'm lucky).

FYI in case anyone needs one, the part is a "Relay Lever Natural 07" (610 340 30000 01S) - which supercedes "Relay Lever Selector Shaft 05" (610 340 30000). Not cheap at $132.50 !.

Has anyone else had one of these break ?. I do change gears a lot so its duty cycle is very high (cant complain really). Hopefully the newer version is stronger though but assume its the same as what was on the bike.

Post 3862 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3862
That's a pretty crazy break. Is it notchy at all when you shift? Looks like it would take a bit of force to do that or maybe it was just fatigued.

Post 3863 by Aphex,

#3863
I polished my turd and took a couple pics.

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Post 3864 by DukeNukem999,

#3864
Comrade Aphex: I wouldn't wash it too often as something might grow in the garden

Post 3865 by DukeNukem999,

#3865
Fitted a Motobox to the 1290 over the weekend. An even more beautiful thing than the 990 version. Easier fit than the 990 too. Off to the dyno later in the week for a map tweak.





Post 3866 by DukeNukem999,

#3866
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Post 3867 by Ravendark,

#3867
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Post 3868 by Willh,

#3868
The part came in yesterday and I put it in. Pretty straight forward process but one of the side stand bolts was very tight screwing back in.
So had to take it out / screw it in a few times. Didn't look threaded and even tried changing it over with another but was still the same.
Nice being able to change gears ...lol.

Now for its 45K service + some of # 47's maintenance tips ,,,reminds me of my old IT250 and WR450F. always cleaning them out

Post 3869 by Spanke_y,

#3869
Maybe the part broke because your bike has been on its side at some point, even a low impact on a cast part can lead to cracking - the stuff doesn't like to bend or twist and will often bend slightly and cause a hairline crack and yet still look ok to the naked eye.
I suspect the mounting bolt was hard to screw back in because of old loctite in the thread. Thesedays you can buy a super cheap set of taps to clean out the old female threads as needed.
Glad you were able to get a new part without having to wait for weeks.

Post 3870 by Aphex,

#3870
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Post 3871 by Spanke_y,

#3871
I've been reading the threads on upgrades and done extensive research. Not sure if I'm ready to start dismantling stuff I have little knowledge of. I'm good mechanically but not when it comes to electrics.

Post 3872 by DukeNukem999,

#3872
Removed the exhaust headers and had them Ceramic coated in black
Looks much better than before

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AFTER
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Post 3873 by nampus,

#3873
Not today but over the last few weeks:
Valve clearance check and adjustment:
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Fitted an Oberon clutch slave:
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Cleaned and repainted the radiator:
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Also purchased an abba skylift to make life a little bit easier:
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Next up is replacing the brake and clutch reservoirs for brembo smoked items, replacing the brake fluid, install radiator, fill up and bleed coolant (the skylift will come in really handy there) oil and filter change, sync throttle bodies and I should be good to go for another season

Post 3874 by Aphex,

#3874
DukeNukem999 - Wow! I love those headers, please post some follow up pics after you've put some miles on them. I'd be very interested to see how that finish wears with the heat and road grime.

Nampus - I love how you covered the intake for the valve check what did you use? Almost looks like rubber balloons stretched over the openings. That sky lift sure will make bleeding the cooling system easy and that raw finish on the Oberon is pretty trick I had no idea they offered that, I ended up going with the orange.

Post 3875 by nampus,

#3875
The intake covers are items I borrowed from work
They're just yellow rubbery blank caps. Saw them laying around before I had to do the valve clearance and thought, those just might fit the intakes, and they did

I ordered a black Oberon slave, but the supplier immediately mailed they had a silver or orange one in stock which could be sent out immediately. A black one would take two weeks, so I went with the silver anodising. I don't really mind the silver. I was just happy it could be delivered the next day.

Post 3876 by nampus,

#3876
Had a little more garage time tonight

Filled and bled the clutch, I always use LHM, mineral hydraulic oil:
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As you can see I swapped the reservoir for a brembo smoked one.
(Since the brembo reservoir and membrane were meant to used with dot4 I just used the original magura membrane in the clutch reservoir. It's a tight fit, but it should be fine.
Same one for the front brake:
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View from the saddle:
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And I couldn't leave the rear brake alone:
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Post 3877 by No. 47,

#3877
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Post 3878 by DukeNukem999,

#3878
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Post 3879 by DukeNukem999,

#3879
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Post 3880 by nampus,

#3880
Get one, it is brilliant! I actually look forward to bleeding the coolant

Post 3881 by Mr_Trecolareco,

#3881
Ordered a new Yuasa for the spring ahead

Post 3882 by Aphex,

#3882
I threw the KTM down the road Saturday afternoon toward the end of a fun group ride. Rear end stepped out on me through a 70 mph left hander and set me off line and into the grass. Tried to motocross it but didn't wanna go through the trees so bailed off. Minor damages including broken throttle housing, bent right handle bar and pretzeled rear brake lever. All easily repairable. Took a pretty good whack to my body but only thing that actually hurts is my left knee. Two days later even that feels waaay better. Glad to see the KTM crashes so well.
Eerily enough I landed right next to a road side memorial for some poor soul who died there...and directly across the street from a graveyard. Oh well, this is a dangerous sport.
That was my first get off in six years and I'm sure won't be the last.

Post 3883 by Aphex,

#3883
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Post 3884 by Aphex,

#3884
Put my SDR together finally today

Finishing touches;
- Balanced TB's
- Finetuned TPS
- Installed the ITG filter
- Installed the in-line fuel filter

Finally she's done for the summer days coming

Post 3885 by Scrotumulon,

#3885
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Post 3886 by Aphex,

#3886
Yep especially in light of the roadside memorial reminder I landed next to...yeesh
Got the bike all back together and looks as if nothing ever happened to it. Good thing coz I'm going on our annual Spring ride through the mountains of North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and W. Virginia in a couple weeks....after I get back from Maui that is. (sorry to brag)

Post 3887 by Willh,

#3887
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Post 3888 by oafboy182,

#3888
That'll be a long flip...flying into SFO.

Where are you in SoCal? I'm originally from OC.

Post 3889 by hossa00,

#3889



had a 6mm plate milled for my Motohooligan airbox mod

now i can use the lower orginal airbox with my milled plate .

it is now the same design like the "kastl Resobox" (more horsepower)

and it is similar like kevtx DNA airbox mod



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Post 3890 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3890
That air box looks sweet. Pretty sure the bike breathes a lot better than with the MH box since it has a lot more intake filter surface.
Can you post HP numbers?

Post 3891 by hossa00,

#3891
no the dna is only for example (from kevtx he did the mod years ago)
i use the mh box , but milled a base plate for using with the orginal lower airbox part .
that is what gives you more horses , the "resonance airbox" ,
the bigger volume is the point

the dna airbox is better but it was to expensive for me

Post 3892 by Willh,

#3892
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Back to two into one. Brappp


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Post 3893 by Scotty,

#3893
I picked up a rear paddock stand and some crash bungs and case protectors for the 1290 from R&G in the UK (a club that I'm a member of gets 10% discount from them, which helps).

The stand is nicely made, with the spindle pin sitting in bearings and it comes with a sturdy plastic sleeve that ensures a snug and non-slipping fit within the spindle hole. It's pretty easy to put the bike on the stand single-handedly if necessary, which is useful.
https://www.rg-racing.com/browsetype/Pa ... rettyPhoto - the pin requires ordering separately

The bike was on the stand when I fitted the case protectors, which in hindsight wasn't the wisest choice - I had to remove the two lower clutch case screws and the bike's upright stance meant that the oil in the engine cases was over the level of the bottom of the cover and while the screws were out it started dripping oil onto the bench. Since fitting the cover and torquing the screws to 10Nm I've noticed that I'm getting oil misting around the bottom of the cover and the case protector so I'll leave it on the side stand, pop the cover off and clean and dry the gasket and sealing faces. Hopefully that will fix it. There was no leakage or misting on the left side (alternator cover).

Post 3894 by hossa00,

#3894
rear brake cooler , some titanium screws, carbon parts and other stuff




Post 3895 by Scotty,

#3895
Well, where to begin? I can't remember what I may have posted up previously, humble apologies if I repeat anything....

I collected the 1290 new nearly a year ago now, cherry-picked a few bits from the PP catalogue; Akrapovic silencer, rider's seat, tail tidy, plus the track pack bundle of ones and zeros to allow me to deactivate the Anti-Wheelie. Premier Bikes were offering the QuickShifter as a freebie and I can't say I don't like it - have to be quick and positive with the shifts though, it grumbles if you're a bit slow.

Add-ons so far have been:
1. A set of R&G crash bungs and case protectors - regarding the bungs, they offered two levels so I chose the cheaper ones, for which you get a teardrop profile bung that bolts directly into the upper Engine mount. In use I found that these were only just ahead of my knees, close enough to be irritating, so I ended up separately buying the bits that made up the more expensive kit, namely brackets to relocate the bungs further forwards and away from my knees.

2. A radiator guard from our very own SuperDan - I ordered one for me and one for my wife's 790 and they were up to Dan's usual high standard and prompt delivery. Fitting to the 790 was simplicity itself, but the 1290 was more difficult due to the fan shrouds so I wasn't able to feed the mini cable ties through the corners of the rad elements as I'd have preferred. This is no reflection on Dan's guards, just KTM making fitment to the 1290 a bit fiddlier than it needed to be.
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3. (Not directly for the bike, but related, sort of) - Since 2010 my road helmet was a limited edition Steve Hislop replica Arai (for those unaware, Hizzy was a top superbike racer a bit along the lines of Jorge Lorenzo, super tidy and smooth, and devastatingly quick when everything was as he wanted it, but struggled with issues when they weren't to his liking. In 2003, while reigning British Superbike Champion, he sadly lost his life when his helicopter crashed). The Hizzy lid was bubblegum pink, stood out very clearly and people said that when I was leading a ride-out it was super easy to spot and follow. I decided to retire it last year as it was into its 10th year of service. To replace it I wanted something similarly vivid, but there was nothing that really floated my boat, so I bought another Arai and had it painted orange (natch) with a design layout slightly reminiscent of the Hizzy lid. It was delivered at 08:30 on the morning of a weekend ride-out that I was leading....
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4. While in Wales over the Easter break I spotted another 1290 with a fairly tidy looking little screen on it so I accosted the owner and asked where he found it - turns out it's a genuine KTM screen from a 690 I think, and an enterprising guy in Slovakia laser cuts, folds, and powder coats brackets in stainless steel for both gen 1290 SDRs and others. The guy's name is Frane Pavic I think and he does his business through Facebook (which I don't use) - if you search FS-CNC you should find him. Prices posted are about £138 or $150 US. The kit arrived promptly and fitting isn't difficult - as an engineer I've suggested an improvement to fitting by cutting Ø9.6mm holes in the bracket to properly locate the M5 Wellnuts supplied with the kit - hopefully he'll adopt my suggestion. When riding at speed along straight roads I've noticed very slight buffeting on the lid but it isn't bad. I have to admit that I found the 1290 very good for wind blast considering it's a naked bike.
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5. Again, not directly for the bike, but very influenced by it - my rear tyre is about shot now with approximately 3800 on the odometer - a run up to Scotland and back last weekend saw it just about down to the wear markers. A new Metz ME7 RR would have been £195 from my supplier, but I got a Conti Road Attack 3 for £169. Then came the joyful bit of removing the rear wheel for the first time - or at least trying to... I dutifully removed the silencer and assembled by specially-purchased 60mm socket, ¾" to ½" adapter and 750mm breaker bar, Chicky (my wiff) dutifully standing on the rear brake... nothing... added a tube to the end of the breaker bar and put some weight behind it, the breaker bar bending like a twig... nothing. Today I took the plunge and found a place selling the DeWalt DCF899 Rattle Gun kit cheaper than anywhere else so I bought one via eBay - a mate has one and raves about it, so hopefully it will do the business.
Photo of that sodding wheel nut still defiantly in place - I'll post up any progress I make with the rattle gun
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Post 3896 by Scotty,

#3896
Me again.... just a quick update on wheel nut removal: A DeWalt DCF899 rattle gun shifts a not-touched-since-it-left-the-assembly-line wheel nut without breaking sweat, a couple of seconds of hammering and the nut started to turn and then whizzed off. Easy peasy. Tyre swapped and balanced, wheel refitted (a simple enough job to thread the front edge back in between the exhaust butterfly valve and the swingarm and ensure that the pins on the hub mate with the holes in the wheel) - this was done with the bike on a paddock stand in the back of my van, I took it to our local garage en route to the tyre fitters, they cracked the nut off and the obliging tyre fitter lent me his Snap-On torque wrench to re-tighten the nut. Back home for refitting of safety clips and silencer, fire up to check for blowing around the exhaust joint - none, and she's good to go. If anyone's interested I'll report back on the new tyre, a Conti Road Attack 3.

One thing to note, the socket that I bought for the wheel nut has radiused corners where the inner cavity has been machined out, and the edges of the radii mark the nut. Can't be helped I guess, it's down to the profile of the socket cavity and the relative softness of the nut material. I guess that it isn't an issue in the applications that normally use 60mm nuts.

Post 3897 by Willh,

#3897
Used it for escort duty taking my youngest son, who just passed his scooter test, to and from work. One or two more times and he’ll have the crosstown ride down.

Post 3898 by INTHERED,

#3898
Designed, constructed and installed a new DB killer in my Austin Racing GP exhaust (design number 3)

Post 3899 by Willh,

#3899
Put the Rottweiler airbox on. First ride today.
Anyone know how it will affect gas mileage?
This bike's already pretty thirsty as it is.

Post 3900 by AGRO!,

#3900
Yesterday,
15 minute reset, throttle is getting snatchy for some reason. Topped up coolant, looks like it’s time to get some Samco hoses.
After that a chilling few hours of Hooliganism on paved and dirt roads, got home and saw the highest ambient air temperature reading on the dash of 11C. Need to get some new cold weather gear...

Post 3901 by AGRO!,

#3901
What I did today or actually last Sunday was finally RIDE my 2006 990 Super Duke that I've been neglecting to do for a while. Man I forgot how much freaking fun this bike is! Please don't hate or dish me for the rim tape but those are carbon fiber wheels that just needed something. Also the cans are Two Brothers Racing protos that I left on my bike after they used my bike to make them but never went into production. Figured they are the only ones and different so I left them on even though I have a set of Akro's.

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Post 3902 by Scotty,

#3902
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#3903
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Post 3904 by Sarasota_Steve,

#3904
Too funny there ARGO!.....forgot what I did with the extra rim tape, thanks for the funny reminder. Hey and thanks for the "young fella" but then again maybe not for that reminder, I'm 69, retired and going on ancient but not going to stop riding. I've ridden a motorcycle every year since I was 14 or for 55 years in a row now and love it every time. Ridden every model and displacement of Duke and Super Duke and still think they are the best and most fun. Still have two Duke I's tucked away that I need to get out and ride, a first year '94 620 Duke and a special one off one I modified in '95. I think I might have some more rim tape stashed away for that one Thanks ARGO!

SD#1

Post 3905 by Scotty,

#3905
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Post 3906 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3906
@dj121... I've sent you a PM with a link to SuperDan's thread on Rad guards - all done via Facetube nowadays, but painless enough and a great product for a good price - what's not to like?

The thread is here too: viewtopic.php?f=10&t=24951

Post 3907 by Willh,

#3907
Recently the annual big bike show (Motorcycle Live) took place in the UK and although I wasn't too fussed about buying anything in particular, I had a good look at the 1290 update and the new 890 Duke - the premium option on the 790 that was always on the cards - more power, upgraded suspension and brakes. The 1290 update is interesting: the jury's out on the new frame, it's simpler than the previous versions, but they didn't detract from the appearance of the bike. I did like the cast subframe à la 790, and the enclosed and tidy nature of the other parts. The rear end of the bike looks very tidy and "finished", the seats look comfier than the originals on the current model. There was a 1290 on the KTM stand that had been showered with PowerParts bling, much of which I'm not especially fussed about, and the latest Akrapovic system has a very small silencer - it looks like it'll be anti-socially loud. Have to wait and see (or hear) on that one. The rear suspension looked to use a rocker rather than direct-acting cantilever like previously. I'm interested to read how it performs, though I'm not in the market for one, I decided that mine would be a keeper when looking into buying it. So much so that I did visit the Oberon stand and splash out on one of their clutch slave cylinders and ally mounting blocks - anodised orange, natch.

On my "Next winter To-Do List" was the fitting of a full Akrapovic system, but receiving an email on Friday morning proclaiming 25% discount on KTM parts and accessories got me thinking - I did the sums and it added up to a saving of £546 - what's still to pay remained a significant chunk of money, but temptation got the better of me, it should be delivered to work tomorrow. Fitting will have to wait until another project is finished, but it's art in titanium so I'm happy to unpack bits of it and use them as ornaments for a while...

Post 3908 by Colonel_Klinck,

#3908
Good on you Scotty. Winter projects can be so much fun.
Have you had any kind of clutch failure? Or is the Oberon sleeve just to prevent a future one?

Post 3909 by No. 47,

#3909
Hey Steve, I haven’t experienced any clutch failures, but had read about SD/SDR owners having issues with the Magura slave cylinder, and although the issues with mineral oil/brake fluid have been banished on current models (just use DOT4 brake fluid now, the seals in master and slave cylinders are compatible with it at last - yay!) it’s generally considered that the Oberon unit is a superior bit of kit. Besides, Chicky (my wife) had been busily buying new knee armour for off-roading and checking out helmets so maybe I felt a touch of purchase envy and had to put it to rest. I haven’t fitted it yet, it’ll be done when the 1290 comes into dry dock for winter tlc and bolting on of new stuff.

Post 3910 by Willh,

#3910
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Post 3911 by DribbleDuke,

#3911
Will inspired me to take mine out and run some gas through it. I have been battling another KTM in the form of the Duke that is not Super. Yes electrical. Anyway my ride was 100 mile loop to Guadalupe for some great Mexican bakery goods. Three dollars of pure gut bomb pleasure.
The farm communities in these parts don't seem to hoard and empty the shelves in their little Mercados . I wondered if they have less fear or money or a bit of both.

The SD was not sticking to the tarmac so well with all the rains and cooler temperatures. I am running Michelins as that is what came on the bike and I have run exclusively Dunlops up to this point. Could be they just need more heat but I want a bit more grip exiting a turn.

Bikes are great escapes .
I love this down time and will appreciate it for at least ???

Post 3912 by Scotty,

#3912
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Post 3913 by brudenell8146,

#3913
Afternoon all, I have the luxury of being able to reply during the day in midweek on account of being in the dreaded lockdown... Time for an update on garage goings-on...

The purchase of the full Akrapovic system was hastened to the tune of a year by the 25% discount Black Monday offer that was too good to overlook and it would have been churlish (and stupid) to leave it in the box until the time that I'd actually intended to fit it, so I got cracking. Removing all the ancillary items such as the SAS gear and charcoal canister takes surprisingly long when doing it for the first time, the original system wasn't difficult aside from the pre-silencer box fouling the rear tyre in one direction and the rear downpipe in the other (yes, I should have removed the wheel) so I undid the rear downpipe to allow some movement but it was all still fairly jammed. Fortunately I had the presence of mind to put a folded towel on the bench before giving it all a good shake and BANG! it all dropped off onto the towel. The new system is pure Titanium porn, so beautifully fabricated and toleranced, and it was a joy to assemble. The sliding sleeve fits between pipe sections go together with a noise like the opening doors on the Starship Enterprise - fitting the system was the easiest bit of the whole job. Once the metal bits were in place I just had to go around and replace all the cable ties snipped off in order to remove the hoses and bits and pieces of the emissions gubbins. Tidy. The bike wasn't taxed so I took it to the dealer's in the back of the van for the re-map and she's ready to rumble. While at the dealer I got them to instal a tracker - more of peace of mind than anything really, I since found out that it doesn't reduce my insurance premium at all, but I have peace of mind knowing where the bike is at all times.

Once the system was installed I fitted the Oberon clutch slave cylinder - relatively straightforward apart from a blond moment when I thought that leaving the reservoir cap on would be sufficient to prevent the line draining when I disconnected the banjo - obviously overlooking the presence of the breather in the reservoir cap and initiating a steady trickle of DOT 4 onto the bench surface. No big deal, it was all assembled pretty quickly. Trying to reverse-bleed only succeeded in fluid leaking from the bleed nipple so I did it the conventional way (top down) and it was easy enough.

The weather has since improved and got the better of me on Sunday. We needed a few bits so I donned a small rucksack and rode to a supermarket (correct your honour, not the closest one to home). Walking around that in full leathers and wearing a face mask and surgical gloves, things get warm pretty quickly... The heat disoriented me and my ride home took 30 miles. Relatively warm tarmac, dry, full system, re-map, track mode, anti-wheelie mode <off> and be summarised in two words: Feck me! My mental health was considerably improved by the time I got home. Note to self: remember to change up before reaching the rev limiter in 3rd... That said, I did feel slightly guilty about a somewhat flexible interpretation for my own gratification of the "no unnecessary journeys" mandate issued by the government, though I was doing far less harm than all the eejits thronging public parks and beaches on the warmest day of the year, likewise the pair of 2-up Harleys that I saw - they weren't exactly on a necessary journey

Stay safe everyone, keep the stories rolling in

Post 3914 by Scotty,

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So today ive bought some 2nd forks from ebay and have currently stripped them down ready for the stanchions to be sent away and Titanium Nitride gold coated. why? why not!,

Post 3915 by brudenell8146,

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That's a tidy looking workshop you have there Brudenell8146, and a number of special tools to hand as well, always help to make things easier...

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