KTM 990/950 Adv thread

[Oscar]

so what have you done to your ktm this week...............


JMJ

Put a Strike GPS unit on it and given it a full service.:innocent:

[thepom]

Whats a strike gps ?....is it cheaper than a garmin?....will check the web....

[NordieBoy]

What's a full service?

[Oscar]

What's a full service?

Twice half a service.

[junkmanjoe]

im waiting for the new factory fuel pump to arrive from austria .... as the one we where recommend and put in was a flop...............:angry:

JMJ

[1KTM]

im waiting for the new factory fuel pump to arrive from austria .... as the one we where recommend and put in was a flop...............:angry:

JMJ

How much for a fuel pump. My 990 was $1300 but KTM pay for it

[thepom]

errr...it was,nt my facet pump was it?...and just read up on the strike gps...good if you have spare cash....

[junkmanjoe]

new 950 pump was $300 includes freight...but ktm dont pay for it.....

and yes it was the facet pump, that has caused more dam trouble than it was worth.................

going back to factory, and hoping it works again....

JMJ

[Oscar]

...and just read up on the strike gps...good if you have spare cash....

Birthday pressie:woohoo:

[10bikekid]

CJRacer builds a 2 wheel drive system for the 950 Adventure

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=635152

Aside from the weight issue this would be a great Idea for the lack of traction that ADV exhibit of road in std form :yes:

[junkmanjoe]

AFC rang today. new pump has arrived, so off to palmy tomorrow after work to pick it up..
heres hopping this solves the issues.

JMJ

[junkmanjoe]

fitted new pump yesterday arvo.

every thing seams to be happy in the motor department....

one thing i noticed with the new pump, after they key is turned on and kill switch switched to start, the pump dose it little pump up sesion...once bike is running the pump only seams to pulse, not contunious pumping.....sound right...
road tested it, getting plenty of fuel.

oh well we see how it goes.

JMJ

[dino3310]

so whats next mate, LC4 maybe

[junkmanjoe]

so whats next mate, LC4 maybe

all ready sorted....mate...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=224684

[dino3310]

shit you gonna have some fun on that bro:yes:

[offrd]

fitted new pump yesterday arvo.

every thing seams to be happy in the motor department....

one thing i noticed with the new pump, after they key is turned on and kill switch switched to start, the pump dose it little pump up sesion...once bike is running the pump only seams to pulse, not contunious pumping.....sound right...
road tested it, getting plenty of fuel.

oh well we see how it goes.

JMJ

Yeah mine is the same joe, so you all good on that.

[Night Falcon]

all ready sorted....mate...


hummmm....I've seen that bike somewhere before:blink:

http://i805.photobucket.com/albums/yy337/SpeedDaddy/2010-11-20134954.jpg

[10bikekid]

all ready sorted....mate...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=224684

When men were men they rode these :gob:

PS, what are the lumps on the tires for :shutup:

[NordieBoy]

When men were men they rode these :gob:

PS, what are the lumps on the tires for :shutup:

Ribbed, for her pleasure...

[junkmanjoe]

Yeah mine is the same joe, so you all good on that.

was just wondering, as i didnt notice it last 950 pump, going to give it a good road trip on sunday, hasnt been out for a good month for a decent ride..
head up to havelock north and have a look at some the beaches up that ways.

JMJ

[marks]

was just wondering, as i didnt notice it last 950 pump, going to give it a good road trip on sunday, hasnt been out for a good month for a decent ride..
head up to havelock north and have a look at some the beaches up that ways.

JMJ

I'm struggling to keep up here Joe (que Triboy with a viscous put down)

so you own a 950 660 and 625/640 and are selling the 950 and 660 to keep the 640?

gee - the lifestyles of the rich and famous - where's Robin Leech when you need him...

[Oscar]

I'm struggling to keep up here Joe (que Triboy with a viscous put down)

so you own a 950 660 and 625/640 and are selling the 950 and 660 to keep the 640?

gee - the lifestyles of the rich and famous - where's Robin Leech when you need him...

You can't fault his taste in scooters...:yes:

[10bikekid]

You can't fault his taste in scooters...:yes:

Nar sell them all and just Ride the 950 I say :shutup:

[tri boy]

(que Triboy with a viscous put down)


Is that what I leave in the dunny most Sunday mornings after a skin full of whakatoo?

[Oscar]

Nar sell them all and just Ride the 950 I say :shutup:

The LC4 has it's place...

[junkmanjoe]

[QUOTE=marks;1129921569]I'm struggling to keep up here Joe QUOTE]

OK every one............heres whats been going down....

as we know i was after a second smaller bike to play in the rough with....

so i brought the 660 tenere...was a great and nice bike, but not quite what i was after....i the put the ten up for sale.....i receved a pm from a kb inmate, asking if id be interested in a trade deal...

fuk it why not i say....

the 625 was on offer, yup thats what we reaily wanted in the first place... deal done...

now the 950.....well what to say,, ive spent heaps money repairing it, now i riden it a few more times with the new heart...its on tm for sale... but as we can all see every one is wanting to sell there big KTM's now, market is flooded as far as i can see... so when the listing runs out she be staying in my hands to be enjoyed.

hope this clears up a bit of confusion.
So gas up them bikes and get out there and ride...
--------------------------------------------------
JMJ & THE 950 & 625

[junkmanjoe]

Nar sell them all and just Ride the 950 I say :shutup:

625 not to bad on the road, i rode it back from napier few weeks ago, yup she vibes a fair bit, but around 95km its fairly good, i reaily like it brings back my early riding days...its a good height for me, and theres plenty in that engine if you wana let it out.....

is up for a few items to be replaced so i think that will take a few more vibes out of it as well..

joe

[Padmei]

Why is everybody selling their 950s? I thought they were the bike that you worked up to?

[Oscar]

Why is everybody selling their 950s? I thought they were the bike that you worked up to?

? There are three on Tardme.
I don't think that counts as everybody...

[Eddieb]

If someone offered me $10,500 I'd probably let mine go as well.

Mine would be cause I'm poor, redundancy is looming and none of you tyre kicking bastards have bought my R100GS PD.

They are mind blowingly amazing bikes though, a reputation well earnt.

[pampa]

I offer u $00,500 ... :yes:


If someone offered me $10,500 I'd probably let mine go as well.

Mine would be cause I'm poor, redundancy is looming and none of you tyre kicking bastards have bought my R100GS PD.

They are mind blowingly amazing bikes though, a reputation well earnt.

[junkmanjoe]

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5288/5209620676_0536be165f_z.jpg

looks like a fair bit of fun.................

JMJ

[Night Falcon]

looks like a fair bit of fun.................JMJ

that bike deserves me :corn:

[andy mac]

A friend just got a new slipper clutch & steel clutch plates for his 950 Adventure.
Genuine KTM parts = Made in Japan :shutup:

[junkmanjoe]

A friend just got a new slipper clutch & steel clutch plates for his 950 Adventure.
Genuine KTM parts = Made in Japan :shutup:

so 950 fuel pump is made by Mitsubishi, whats ya point...

[dino3310]

so 950 fuel pump is made by Mitsubishi, whats ya point...

could be a bit of Honda in there bro :woohoo:

[junkmanjoe]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/customprofilepics/profilepic19616_3.gif

fantastic photo..........just wanted to say...carry on...:woohoo:

[dino3310]

these are awesome bike me reckons, BUT man thats one of the fattest arses ive seen:gob:

[Eddieb]

Someone buy this so I can have a ride.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-347334129.htm

$14,500 ono

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/44/156583144_full.jpghttp://

[junkmanjoe]

its just round the corner from you go take it for a run....:Police:

[NordieBoy]

Someone buy this so I can have a ride.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-347334129.htm

$14,500 ono

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/44/156583144_full.jpghttp://

Does he know his wife is selling it?

[Eddieb]

Does he know his wife is selling it?

No idea. P/s I'm Nelson till at least tomorrow afternoon, staying at the Jatz'.

I blew the rear brake resevior(sp), and a rear taillight, plus left some flashing off my top box on the Molesworth yesterday, then blew a front wheel bearing seal on the run up to Mot last night.

[NordieBoy]

No idea. P/s I'm Nelson till at least tomorrow afternoon, staying at the Jatz'.

I blew the rear brake resevior(sp), and a rear taillight, plus left some flashing off my top box on the Molesworth yesterday, then blew a front wheel bearing seal on the run up to Mot last night.

And the PD is the one for sale?

:devil2:

[thepom]

This is the one I want if I sell my blackbird

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=340158429

[Padmei]

"Just finished a trip around the south Island & it was a joy to ride"

Would you buy a used car (bike) of this guy?:clap::killingme

[Eddieb]

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[dino3310]

does this look familiar, its past me a few times :drool: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-351344313.htm
i bet he just misses the XR:bleh:

[dino3310]

nice vid Eddie, must get a little freaky:shit: crossing by ya self on a big bike, or is that more exciting:woohoo:

[Padmei]

Cool vid Eddie. Is that with your hero camera? can you PM me soem links to your other vids so i can see the quality of vids & stills.

I don't want to hijack this thread to camera stuff...

[andy mac]

nice vid Eddie, must get a little freaky:shit: crossing by ya self on a big bike, or is that more exciting:woohoo:

I think he prefers a good pusher when he can find them!

[Eddieb]

I think he prefers a good pusher when he can find them!

:) The awesome power of the 950 and the slippery rocks meant I kept digging holes instead of going forward.

[Eddieb]

Does anyone know if a 04-08 520/525/5­30 clutch lever is the same as the 04 950 Adventure?

950 part number is 60002031000.

[rogerh]

Does anyone know if a 04-08 520/525/5­30 clutch lever is the same as the 04 950 Adventure?

950 part number is 60002031000.

Eddie,

Short answer is no. The easy way to find out is go here (http://www.munnracing.com/), and put the part number in, and hit the "cross reference" button. Pretty cool when you get the hang of it.

[Eddieb]

Eddie,

Short answer is no. The easy way to find out is go here (http://www.munnracing.com/), and put the part number in, and hit the "cross reference" button. Pretty cool when you get the hang of it.

Thanks Roger

Very useful tool that, I was looking for some way of cross referencing it but Munns didn't come up in my search.

[cooneyr]

Eddie,

Short answer is no. The easy way to find out is go here (http://www.munnracing.com/), and put the part number in, and hit the "cross reference" button. Pretty cool when you get the hang of it.

Cool "toy". So the 950, 640 and 690 (SM or Adv or Enduro) all share the same clutch leaver with the 525 XC ATV.

[rogerh]

So the 950, 640 and 690 (SM or Adv or Enduro) all share the same clutch leaver with the 525 XC ATV.

Looks like. Really helps when shopping for second hand bits. Bear in mind these are just exact part number matches tho. Often more will fit that the part numbers suggest. The wonders of KTM parts......

[Eddieb]

My 950 is now listed in the KB Bike Trader, it will probably go on Trade me tomorrow night when I have taken some decent pics.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134529-2004-KTM-950-Adventure-for-sale

It's listed at $9750, I am very slightly ono at that price.

[Eddieb]

My 950 is now listed in the KB Bike Trader, it will probably go on Trade me tomorrow night when I have taken some decent pics.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134529-2004-KTM-950-Adventure-for-sale

It's listed at $9750, I am very slightly ono at that price.

I've added some pics into the bike trader listing this morning and updated the add cause I forgot to list that it also has KTM bar risers fitted.

[BMWST?]

I've added some pics into the bike trader listing this morning and updated the add cause I forgot to list that it also has KTM bar risers fitted.

you keeping the PD then?

[Eddieb]

My 950 is now listed in the KB Bike Trader, it will probably go on Trade me tomorrow night when I have taken some decent pics.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134529-2004-KTM-950-Adventure-for-sale

It's listed at $9750, I am very slightly ono at that price.

Now listed on Trade me, $9500 start is reserve. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=354628896

[warewolf]

Bear in mind these are just exact part number matches tho. Often more will fit that the part numbers suggest. The wonders of KTM parts......Yep. The EXC clutch levers will fit the 640, despite not being an exact match. Most of them have the same pivot arrangement, but the length varies - road bikes tend to have the longest, EXC/LC4 shorter, SX shorter again. Also the switch activation can be absent or different.

The brake levers though... don't get me started.

[10bikekid]

Scaring me half to death :gob:

[stig]

Hey guys,

New to this thread,
I've just finished my 950 build+fresh up and the bikes now in a crate for my little trip.

I have a stock Skid Plate and a Seat as surplus.

If anyone needs or wants either of them they can have them for the cost of postage.
just PM me.

[Crim]

Where you going?

[stig]

Where you going?

Russia, Mongolia, the Stan's and anywhere nearby that'll let a couple of kiwi's in.

Hoping to find some good terrain to put the big dirt bike to the test.:scooter:

[Crim]

Sounds great - make sure you keep us mugs with rug rats, jobs and other responsibilities (and lack of coin because of said rug rats etc) up to date so we can dream :woohoo: have a great trip, from all the ride reports looks like a great place to ride

[FlangMasterJ]

My 950 is now listed in the KB Bike Trader, it will probably go on Trade me tomorrow night when I have taken some decent pics.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134529-2004-KTM-950-Adventure-for-sale

It's listed at $9750, I am very slightly ono at that price.

Thought I recognised the bike.

You've probably seen and heard me screaming passed your place on the 660SMC.

Why are you parting ways with the Adventure?

[NordieBoy]

Why are you parting ways with the Adventure?
He's upgraded...

[Eddieb]

Thought I recognised the bike.

You've probably seen and heard me screaming passed your place on the 660SMC.

Why are you parting ways with the Adventure?

Bloody hoons, whats the neighbourhood coming to? ;)

While the 950 is fantastic in the open stuff it's a bit big for me in the tighter, knarlier stuff and thats mainly whats around Wellington, or maybe it's just a better bike than I am a rider. Take your pick.

Besides that I have renovations to fund.

[Crim]

Besides that I have renovations to fund.

Is that the DR renovations?

[Eddieb]

Is that the DR renovations?

:) With all the farkles I have done to the DR to date, and including the still to be fitted FCR carb the DR owes me $3200, including the original purchase price. Best bang for buck I've owned to date I think.

[stig]

Sounds great - make sure you keep us mugs with rug rats, jobs and other responsibilities (and lack of coin because of said rug rats etc) up to date so we can dream :woohoo: have a great trip, from all the ride reports looks like a great place to ride

Thanks. yeah, getting this trip in before any little scrogs come along.
I'm lucky enough to get the leave approved by mrs stig as it is.

I'll start up a ride report for sure, maybe on advrider.
Took a fair effort and planning to get it to the attached state so I'm looking forward to getting some riding in.

[NordieBoy]

I dunno. There's a few here that can get them to that state pretty quickly.

Cost a bit to get back together though...

[stig]

I know, 6 weeks ago it looked like this.
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5243/5686277637_9a3ca45081_m.jpg

crating only took one evening.
The good chaps at Red Barron swapped me the crate in return for some beers.

[cooneyr]

Thanks. yeah, getting this trip in before any little scrogs come along.
I'm lucky enough to get the leave approved by mrs stig as it is.

I'll start up a ride report for sure, maybe on advrider.
Took a fair effort and planning to get it to the attached state so I'm looking forward to getting some riding in.


Been nice to Griffon ;) I've been away from KB for a bit and just realised who you are.

Take care and make sure you post a ride report. That was a condition of the sale right?

Cheers R

[Squiggles]

Waterpump rebuild bits (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/139089-KTM-Ducati-Honda-amp-other-rarely-available-good-stuff)

[cooneyr]

I sent an email to Stig last night about his trip through Russia. Details below

Cheers R


yeah, we started 2.5weeks ago. (had to think about that)
You caught me on a good day as we've had next to no internet until today.
I've been keeping a journal and trying to work out how my camera works.
While remote, most of the roads through Russia have been a little too good, we've hit Mongolia now and just changed some knobblies on tonight so we'll hit some good trails soon. It's not just the roads though, languages, fuel shortages, meeting people and the border crossings make it all quite interesting
My bike luggage needs to go on a diet now. it's like trying to drive the leaning tower of pisa when your a bit shattered.
Will start to turn the journal and pics into a ride report and start posting it online as I come across internet. Will keep you posted.
Some pics attached of your old stead in Eurasia.

<a href="http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u295/cooneyr/Griffon/MJ%20in%20Russia/?action=view&amp;current=Amur-HW-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u295/cooneyr/Griffon/MJ%20in%20Russia/Amur-HW-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

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<a href="http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u295/cooneyr/Griffon/MJ%20in%20Russia/?action=view&amp;current=Mongolia-campsite.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u295/cooneyr/Griffon/MJ%20in%20Russia/Mongolia-campsite.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

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[JATZ]

I sent an email to Stig last night about his trip through Russia. Details below

Cheers R

Living the dream......:yes:

[cooneyr]

Living the dream......:yes:

Yep - more than a little jelous and wish I was riding the bike!

[JATZ]

Yep - more than a little jelous and wish I was riding the bike!

I was going to say....."lucky bastard" but I know luck had nothing to do with it, more like a few sacrifices and lots of hard work :yes: and maybe a little bit of luck :sunny:


still a lucky bastard though :innocent:

[Woodman]

yeah cool:sunny:

[1KTM]

yeah cool:sunny:

Dakar twins one mine and one KTM New Zealand frist day runing in to Coromandal

[Eddieb]

Dakar twins one mine and one KTM New Zealand frist day runing in to Coromandal

Nice Clarkie. I saw your old one on Trade me.

[1KTM]

Nice Clarkie. I saw your old one on Trade me.

Thanks Eddieb ya old bike 30500ks never been drop looks brand new

[Eddieb]

This has some pretty good examples of why I sold my 950, especially the 20 seconds from 3'10 some cool riding in there though.

<iframe width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/_KQT3rFq-7s" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[offrd]

Hmmm with foot work like that, could be the foxtrot, not sure but...

Feet on the pegs, grip the sucker with your knees ........:scooter:

[Box'a'bits]

Also some appropriate tyres would have help in the first instance :yes:

[gser]

More action from the right wrist would have helped too

[10bikekid]

More action from the right wrist would have helped too

They make great road bikes though (bad weather and poor roads thrown in for good measure)

[Crim]

is this your old one Ryan?

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=722433

[cooneyr]

is this your old one Ryan?

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=722433

Yep. Definitely bookmarked that thread! Thanks for pointing it out.

Cheers R

[Eddieb]

That black 950SE with all the non standard bits is back on Trade me

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-430672332.htm

[Fluffy Cat]

Hehe, don't post very often but have had my 990 for two years now and its just getting better all the time.
Have always been pissed about the glitched throttle at low revs...jerkey it was......
Waited for the warranty to expire before trying to fix it. Followed many threads on ADV rider, seen people re-mapping etc. It never seems to fix the prob.
One guy had removed the secondary butterfly valves.....
This mod has done it!. So simple and when you think about it, makes sense.

My Duc 916 has no secondary butterfly's.
The function of these must be for emissions regs. Possibly noise/airbox induction etc. They must be moving around at low revs causing the lurching on low throttle openings. With all the low speed pogoing that we complain about.
The mod has also stopped the jerkiness at higher speeds when you close the throttle and open it again

Tested with a 700k round trip or there abouts to Christchurch, hence the lateness of this post.
The 990 is much better for it though the injection system on these bikes is not quite as good as some but now noticeably better.

Time to get rid of the cats.......hehe!.:yawn:

[NordieBoy]

Hehe, don't post very often but have had my 990 for two years now and its just getting better all the time.

Floats well too...

[Fluffy Cat]

Floats even better now as its 5 grams lighter.:facepalm:

[10bikekid]

Bump, love my ADV though it does a better impression of a dragster than an actual dirt bike on metal roads

Hence the need to fit pipes and rejet just to be sure it dont get boring :facepalm:

[Fluffy Cat]

To true,

they just wheel spin everywhere and without reason:yes: I just don't know why and I am still trying to figure it out as often as possible. Also uses a lot of gas:woohoo:.

[NordieBoy]

To true,

they just wheel spin everywhere and without reason:yes: I just don't know why and I am still trying to figure it out as often as possible. Also uses a lot of gas:woohoo:.

You'd have to actually ride it to find that out...

[Fluffy Cat]

Ah you got me!, I have a serious Kona addiction at the moment and I feel the need to use it again:sunny::sunny::sunny:

[10bikekid]

To true,

they just wheel spin everywhere and without reason:yes: I just don't know why and I am still trying to figure it out as often as possible. Also uses a lot of gas:woohoo:.

I been told throttle control can help, but as yet have no proof of this :woohoo:

[Gravel Man]

To true,

they just wheel spin everywhere and without reason:yes: I just don't know why and I am still trying to figure it out as often as possible. Also uses a lot of gas:woohoo:.

Rear tyres are Evil & must be punnished !!!

Cheers G.M.

[10bikekid]

Just to keep things alive

<a href="http://s603.beta.photobucket.com/user/800rider/media/Pictures1891.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/Pictures1891.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo Pictures1891.jpg"/></a>

[10bikekid]

Bump to remind me to post some more stuff:drool:

this will do for a start
<a href="http://s603.photobucket.com/user/800rider/media/Pictures0331.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/Pictures0331.jpg" border="0" alt="Sli photo Pictures0331.jpg"/></a>

[paturoa]

Am I allowed to post a pic of one of these in this thread?

[dino3310]

Am I allowed to post a pic of one of these in this thread?

might as well, something new to look at... mark likes reposting the same photos:bleh:

[10bikekid]

Am I allowed to post a pic of one of these in this thread?

Of course, your a proud Dad, though we may not talk to you :msn-wink:

[10bikekid]

might as well, something new to look at... mark likes reposting the same photos:bleh:

Its my gold fish memory as always think its a new pic :yes:

This one ?
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[10bikekid]

Am I allowed to post a pic of one of these in this thread?

Well nothing better to do so may as well rave a bit

This remind's me of 2003 when the first reports in American Dirt Bike of the new 125mph ADV came out, it was all shock and awe and a bit unbelievable. and to be honest some years later after laying hands on a Big Orange Adventure for myself, that first metal road excursion made me wonder o my gosh what have I done and could one survive so much power on the Gravel

Time passed and with a bit of practise and some loud pipes to allow you to detect wheelspin before it gets to out of hand and she is all dandy, though a lot of respect is required for a 100hp to be unleashed on the loose stuff.

So now we have 2013. 10 years later now we have a 150mph dirt bike with 150hp and you got to ask, traction control off and in sports mode would you live, I'm not so sure as the original Dakar Adventures were about 140hp and got banned after I year and labelled as deadly

Time will tell but am unsure if I'm up for it myself (I know they have 100hp offroad mode but who could resist the temptation at least once)

[Oscar]

Well nothing better to do so may as well rave a bit

This remind's me of 2003 when the first reports in American Dirt Bike of the new 125mph ADV came out, it was all shock and awe and a bit unbelievable. and to be honest some years later after laying hands on a Big Orange Adventure for myself, that first metal road excursion made me wonder o my gosh what have I done and could one survive so much power on the Gravel

Time passed and with a bit of practise and some loud pipes to allow you to detect wheelspin before it gets to out of hand and she is all dandy, though a lot of respect is required for a 100hp to be unleashed on the loose stuff.

So now we have 2013. 10 years later now we have a 150mph dirt bike with 150hp and you got to ask, traction control off and in sports mode would you live, I'm not so sure as the original Dakar Adventures were about 140hp and got banned after I year and labelled as deadly

Time will tell but am unsure if I'm up for it myself (I know they have 100hp offroad mode but who could resist the temptation at least once)

I reviewed the NZ Motor Show for Kiwi Rider at about that time and after seeing the 950Adv for the first time, described it thus: "..one of the ugliest bikes I've ever seen and almost certain proof of rampant narcotic drug use in Austria"

[paturoa]

So now we have 2013. 10 years later now we have a 150mph dirt bike with 150hp and you got to ask, traction control off and in sports mode would you live, I'm not so sure as the original Dakar Adventures were about 140hp and got banned after I year and labelled as deadly

I'd not like to try it on gravel without the electronic aids, I'd be on my arse in a couple of seconds. Likewise on the road for normal riding. That said, with good road conditions the TC leaves things to me and it sure is fun!

The combination of the suspension, 21", seating pos, fancy ABS and fancy traction control, lets an "average" skilled rider like me have fun.

[10bikekid]

I reviewed the NZ Motor Show for Kiwi Rider at about that time and after seeing the 950Adv for the first time, described it thus: "..one of the ugliest bikes I've ever seen and almost certain proof of rampant narcotic drug use in Austria"

Not what they said in u s a at the time and more likely indicative of our kiwi tall poppy syndrim than actual reality, having said that sort of know what you mean but over time have grown to love Kattie and her quirky looks :rolleyes:

[Oscar]

Not what they said in u s a at the time and more likely indicative of our kiwi tall poppy syndrim than actual reality, having said that sort of know what you mean but over time have grown to love Kattie and her quirky looks :rolleyes:

I'm not a Kiwi and I don't care what the Septics think.
Ugly is ugly...

[10bikekid]

I'd not like to try it on gravel without the electronic aids, I'd be on my arse in a couple of seconds. Likewise on the road for normal riding. That said, with good road conditions the TC leaves things to me and it sure is fun!

The combination of the suspension, 21", seating pos, fancy ABS and fancy traction control, lets an "average" skilled rider like me have fun.

My fear is I might try,

Have only heard praise from anyone who have ridden them so far, so may park one in the garage in a few years if I think self control is up to it

If your not far from me come join us for a ride some time.

[10bikekid]

I'm not a Kiwi and I don't care what the Septics think.
Ugly is ugly...

Then perhaps Love is blind :wacko:

[paturoa]

If your not far from me come join us for a ride some time.

I was well tempted on one of your Saturday rides a few weeks back, bu the paturoa spawn play sports on Saturdays.

I'm doing the mmmmm ride next weekend.

[10bikekid]

I was well tempted on one of your Saturday rides a few weeks back, bu the paturoa spawn play sports on Saturdays.

I'm doing the mmmmm ride next weekend.

When sports season is over then, Am doing a rare Sunday Ride tomorrow with Gravel riders so that should give me a fix for a while.

Whats the mmmmm ride ?

[dino3310]

When sports season is over then, Am doing a rare Sunday Ride tomorrow with Gravel riders so that should give me a fix for a while.

Whats the mmmmm ride ?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/159555-Minginui-Matawai-Motu-Midwinter-Madness-NZ-2013

[10bikekid]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/159555-Minginui-Matawai-Motu-Midwinter-Madness-NZ-2013

Shux, just got back from a 14hr 550k stint in something similar at the Coramandel, was great fun and didn't crash but still doubt I will even be able to look at a motorcycle for at least another week :wacko:

[dino3310]

Shux, just got back from a 14hr 550k stint in something similar at the Coramandel, was great fun and didn't crash but still doubt I will even be able to look at a motorcycle for at least another week :wacko:

that should work out well then, its next week end so thats your weeks rest

[Bluft]

Sadly im selling my 2007 990 adventure , 27000km, givi pannier system, neptune exhausts plus originals, black dog bash plate, tck80 tyres. Full service history from afc and red Baron. Full service just completed from redbaron 200km ago. Good Tires. Good condition all round. Because I am in need of a daily runner now I may be keen on a smaller size adventure bike of some description ie. KTM 690, Dr650.
PM if interested.:niceone:

[10bikekid]

Bump

Works for me
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[BrendanZX9R]

Hi guys. I'm thinking about raising my standard 2008 ktm 990 adv to S model height.
Ideally I'd like to trade my standard suspension with someone looking to lower their adventure S. Is there anyone out there keen on such a swap?

Failing that what do you guys think would be the best way of going about it bearing in mind that I'm a tightarse!

[Waihou Thumper]

Hi guys. I'm thinking about raising my standard 2008 ktm 990 adv to S model height.
Ideally I'd like to trade my standard suspension with someone looking to lower their adventure S. Is there anyone out there keen on such a swap?

Failing that what do you guys think would be the best way of going about it bearing in mind that I'm a tightarse!

Buy some platform shoes, 70's style, that'll work for a tight arse...:)
At least you will be further from the ground when you park it, right?

[10bikekid]

Hi guys. I'm thinking about raising my standard 2008 ktm 990 adv to S model height.
Ideally I'd like to trade my standard suspension with someone looking to lower their adventure S. Is there anyone out there keen on such a swap?

Failing that what do you guys think would be the best way of going about it bearing in mind that I'm a tightarse!

Out of interest why are you wanting to do these mods, and I'm presuming you 6 foot something tall :shit:

PS, perhaps we can help you save some money by talking you out of it :oi-grr:

[BrendanZX9R]

Out of interest why are you wanting to do these mods, and I'm presuming you 6 foot something tall :shit:

PS, perhaps we can help you save some money by talking you out of it :oi-grr:


haha, yeah I'm pretty tall. actually i'm quite a big guy. 6ft 4 and 140 kgs. I want the longer travel as I'm starting to push the bike a bit harder off road, I'm far form an expert or anything like that but I'm really enjoying the bike and its capabilities.
I really should be sensible and just put heavier springs in the forks etc, but I like the idea of the extra travel as I've bottomed it out going relatively slowly. I'm flat footed when parked on it so the extra height doesn't scare me - yet haha:laugh:

[Oscar]

Out of interest why are you wanting to do these mods, and I'm presuming you 6 foot something tall :shit:

PS, perhaps we can help you save some money by talking you out of it :oi-grr:

I am six foot tall, have a standard 950adv with a Touratech (low) seat, and I can't understand how anyone would a) need more suspension travel or b) want the big pig to be any higher.

I have taken my Adv some fairly gnarly places and sometimes at speed. I can tell you from these experiences that in that direction lies pain, both physical and financial. It's not that the bike is bad, actually it's the opposite - it's so good it encourages you to treat it as a big ole trail bike...and having filled you with completely unwarranted confidence you then find it's a deal bigger and heavier than you thought.

So I have taken the opposite path - in order to curb my stupidity, I am back to the original tyres (so as to be able to resist the temptation to go silly places that is brought on by knobblies) and have bought one of the aforemention "big ole trail bikes" for the more serious adventures.

[10bikekid]

haha, yeah I'm pretty tall. actually i'm quite a big guy. 6ft 4 and 140 kgs. I want the longer travel as I'm starting to push the bike a bit harder off road, I'm far form an expert or anything like that but I'm really enjoying the bike and its capabilities.
I really should be sensible and just put heavier springs in the forks etc, but I like the idea of the extra travel as I've bottomed it out going relatively slowly. I'm flat footed when parked on it so the extra height doesn't scare me - yet haha:laugh:

Well you certainly put forward a good case for making those mods.

I can say though that At 85kg I can get my 950 to wallow off road (though I do run softish setting as mostly do metal roading)

If you were running my settings at your 140kg the bike would be a pogo stick

Have you set the suspension as hard as it will go on the front and perhaps what the manual recommends on the rear for a light pillion ?

I recently did a trip down Wilsons Rd (a famous sand entrance to Murawai beach in Auckland) and I experienced what Oscar described, on those down hill sand trails if I went any faster than a moderate pace I knew I was going to die, (and I was wishing at the time that I was 6.4" 140kg muscle bound so I could whip the 950 into shape like I would my 100kg dirt bike)

Stiff S setup would probably work fine for you but I would recommend you try to get the most out of what you got first and work from there if you need more as this gives you a good gauge of what your aiming for.

PS: you probable lose 15mm of travel over the rest of us mere mortals just from the extra sag 140kg rider weight exerts on the suspension

[10bikekid]

I am six foot tall, have a standard 950adv with a Touratech (low) seat, and I can't understand how anyone would a) need more suspension travel or b) want the big pig to be any higher.

I have taken my Adv some fairly gnarly places and sometimes at speed. I can tell you from these experiences that in that direction lies pain, both physical and financial. It's not that the bike is bad, actually it's the opposite - it's so good it encourages you to treat it as a big ole trail bike...and having filled you with completely unwarranted confidence you then find it's a deal bigger and heavier than you thought.

So I have taken the opposite path - in order to curb my stupidity, I am back to the original tyres (so as to be able to resist the temptation to go silly places that is brought on by knobblies) and have bought one of the aforemention "big ole trail bikes" for the more serious adventures.

This is sort of where I'm at with my 950 except I'm only 5'10 so have to run a front knobby to get out on the beach to play with the 100hp dirt bike
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The other day even that wasn't enough
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[BrendanZX9R]

yep. Being a fatty I do tend to loose a bit of suspension travel that you skinny guys don't. That's what made me start thinking this was a good idea. It almost scares me how good this bike goes off road so I'd like to make the most of that, especially when touching the ground isn't a problem for me. But I always have to remind myself its a heavy bitch to pick up if I get it wrong and I ride accordingly. And it pays to remember that I'm not as good as I think I am:lol:

For now I've firmed up the rear end and that's made a big difference, it doesn't squat so much at the back end when I sit on it and that helped get the bike sitting a bit more level. It's helped the front end in the lose stuff as its more planted with a bit more weight on it. The previous owner had wound al the pre load out of the rear shock for some reason?

At some stage I'll have a play with the front end and firm that up some more, perhaps even some stiffer springs. I'm a total noob so any advice is appreciated!

Still, If anyone knows of someone with some taller s suspension available then let me know. I'm still keen on the idea

[10bikekid]

If you have a Manuel it will show you how to put your forks at full stiff (spring preload and compression and rebound)
If not I can give you info

Then I would balance bike on the rear to that (Rear should have more than enough adjustment as is designed to take about 200kg) :wait:

Edit
Manuel says Max rear axle load 240kg, Max Front 200Kg (total all up weight 400kg - 235kg biked fueled = 165kg giving your muscular 140kg body you will have 15kg left for luggage) and suspension should have adjustment to cater for this :Punk:

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[BMWST?]

The previous owner had wound al the pre load out of the rear shock for some reason?
!

Probably for the opposite result you are lookin for?

[BrendanZX9R]

If you have a Manuel it will show you how to put your forks at full stiff (spring preload and compression and rebound)
If not I can give you info

Then I would balance bike on the rear to that (Rear should have more than enough adjustment as is designed to take about 200kg) :wait:

Edit
Manuel says Max rear axle load 240kg, Max Front 200Kg (total all up weight 400kg - 235kg biked fueled = 165kg giving your muscular 140kg body you will have 15kg left for luggage) and suspension should have adjustment to cater for this :Punk:

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I don't have a manual so if you could let me know how to set the front forks that would be great. thanks for the help

[10bikekid]

Sweet, can do :scratch:

Full hard on fork preload is done by using a 24mm wrench on the nut on the top of the fork Range is 1 full turn per mm of preload Full clockwise is full Hard and full anticlockwise is full soft

Hydraulic compression is at the bottom of fork legs under rubber bung. turn screws full in on both forks then back out 10 clicks for max payload setting (15 out is std setting)

Rebound is set by Knobs on top of fork hard setting is full in then 13 clicks out (18 out is Std setting) this helps offset the extra spring reaction created by the stiffer spring trying to bounce back.

I am heading to Fiji in the next few days:sunny: for a week but would be interested how that works for you on my return :corn:

[BrendanZX9R]

Sweet, can do :scratch:

Full hard on fork preload is done by using a 24mm wrench on the nut on the top of the fork Range is 1 full turn per mm of preload Full clockwise is full Hard and full anticlockwise is full soft

Hydraulic compression is at the bottom of fork legs under rubber bung. turn screws full in on both forks then back out 10 clicks for max payload setting (15 out is std setting)

Rebound is set by Knobs on top of fork hard setting is full in then 13 clicks out (18 out is Std setting) this helps offset the extra spring reaction created by the stiffer spring trying to bounce back.

I am heading to Fiji in the next few days:sunny: for a week but would be interested how that works for you on my return :corn:


great thanks for that. Would you recommend going to full hard settings for my weight? Next ride is down to the burt munro, going to take as many gravel roads as I can find. I'll fill you in on how it goes when I'm back. Thanks for your help:2thumbsup

[10bikekid]

great thanks for that. Would you recommend going to full hard settings for my weight? Next ride is down to the burt munro, going to take as many gravel roads as I can find. I'll fill you in on how it goes when I'm back. Thanks for your help:2thumbsup

Last post before I fly out, Would recommend if you have time that you try it in bites perhaps halfway between the STD settings and full and work up to full if its still feels to loose, though it depends on your tastes (and what you are set at now) as for me I go as soft as I can without loosing stability (as bike will respond and drive better on the metal like that)

Enjoy the Ride :Punk:

[dino3310]

Last post before I fly out,

Enjoy the Ride :Punk:

whats your address again:msn-wink:

[10bikekid]

whats your address again:msn-wink:

last post after last post :rolleyes:

I have two large Dogs (well actually they're small) who live in the garage, if you get out with you legs intact the bikes are yours :crazy:

Due for a ride your way on my return :cool:

[Bluft]

Sadly sold my 990 and have a brand new genuine ktm aventure tankbag and new mitas 150 E10 to get rid of. Send me a pm if interesred.

[10bikekid]

Best of Luck on your parts sale Bluft, TM best place to sell, what did you replace 990 with.



Update from Christmas rides

The ADVentures not in the slightest bit intimidated by Kawasaki's biggest sports tourer :eek:

[BrendanZX9R]

haven't had my 990 for long and It didn't come with an owners manual. I presume the plug/socket on the dash is a power plug. What type of fitting do I need to use and where can I get one from? keen to use a GPS but not sure how to power it.

Also, I don't have the factory tool kit. After taking a good look over the bike I've put together a small kit to carry. I've got what I think I need, but is there anything you fella's with more experience would recommend?

[10bikekid]

haven't had my 990 for long and It didn't come with an owners manual. I presume the plug/socket on the dash is a power plug. What type of fitting do I need to use and where can I get one from? keen to use a GPS but not sure how to power it.

Also, I don't have the factory tool kit. After taking a good look over the bike I've put together a small kit to carry. I've got what I think I need, but is there anything you fella's with more experience would recommend?

Hi Brendon Should be a standard 12v car plug, though I have heard some are wired round the wrong way so put something in you dont value much to try first.

Tool, kit http://www.advdesigns.com/ulcoktm99095.html

My Issurance has road side assist so that I'm missing a couple of things wont matter much :shit:

[10bikekid]

Not been out on the old girl for a while, wasn't exactly an adventure ride but good fun anyway

Had forgotten how much grunt these things have and how good they are for getting birds :confused:

[george formby]

Not been out on the old girl for a while, wasn't exactly an adventure ride but good fun anyway

Ning, ning, ninging.

Nice to have beauty & the beast in the garage.

[10bikekid]

Ning, ning, ninging.

Nice to have beauty & the beast in the garage.

Funny they behave quite similarly (presuming your other references is to RMX), don't like low throttle and go like nuts if revved, Oh and wheelies as well :shit:
Pic's in case others wonder what we're on about :scratch:

[Laava]

How have you KTM guys found the backup service re warranty claims and parts etc? Am considering the new 1190 but would like some of your feedback if poss.
Cycle world listed the seat height as a bad point but really liked pretty much everything else.

[10bikekid]

How have you KTM guys found the backup service re warranty claims and parts etc? Am considering the new 1190 but would like some of your feedback if poss.
Cycle world listed the seat height as a bad point but really liked pretty much everything else.

Its to early to say with the new KTMADV but the old one are hit and miss reliability wise.

I used Cycle spot for my $1000+ servicing work and they are good (you need a spare bike for a month or so though if its a difficult part you need)

But IMHO KTM ADV's are the most amazing bikes and worth all those risks, if you are a sporty type rider it will be your rocketship of choice and their Gravel road manner is beyond Impeccable, its a dirt bike on some sort of crazy steroids, having questioned guys who can ride and have owned and ridden the 950/990ADV as well, apparently the new one is as good if not better with the added safety of the electronic aids
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Minus's,
Expensive so you will ride it like a Nana till it gets a few years and scratches on it (most 1190 riders I've ridden with seem to ride slower and I'm guessing its for this reason)
Perhaps to grunty and wheelies to easy especially if you switch off rider aids
Not as comfortable as a pipe and slipper BMW
I can't afford one so why should anyone else have one

[Waihou Thumper]

Not as comfortable as a pipe and slipper BMW


:Oi:

Why oh why do you mention crap like this! Quit the stereotyping....
It is getting rather tedious and childish!
if you really need to do a comparison, be objective not stupid with the old boring comments...

[10bikekid]

:Oi:

Why oh why do you mention crap like this! Quit the stereotyping....
It is getting rather tedious and childish!
if you really need to do a comparison, be objective not stupid with the old boring comments...


I have to honest, I :laugh: ed when I saw this.

I'm pretty sure I will one day buy a BMW but think I have a few good years left in me yet before succumbing to the inevitable :msn-wink:

Disclaimer, in no way was the a afore mentioned BMW comments meant to be offensive in any way but were purely to point out that BMW's are comfortable like slippers (can't think of an escape for the pipe bit yet but will chew on that for a while:crazy:)

[Laava]

Thanks 10, I have been checking out videos etc and reviews.
I am looking at buying a new bike and am considering the KTM, the Triumph Tiger Sport, the new V Strom. Not much else in that genre really appeals for many reasons at this stage.
I currently have a V Strom so am looking for the next step along. Also just spent 3500km on a GTR Kawasaki, and did not find it my cup of tea. basically, for the type of riding my wife and I do, we need something comfortable two up that can handle a rough NZ rd at a good cruising speed.

I am also capable of doing most if not all of my maintenance, but a good warranty backup is great piece of mind!

[BrendanZX9R]

howdy. what knobbly front tyres do you guys recommend for the big ktms? currently running a TKC80 on the front which is good on the road and good in the gravel, but gets a little sketchy in the mud. I understand every tyre will be a compromise. Has anyone tried a Dunlop D606 on the front? I had them on my old XR650R and loved them on that.
Other options would be pirelli MT21, metzeler T63 or Karoo?

What have you fella's used and liked?

[Oscar]

howdy. what knobbly front tyres do you guys recommend for the big ktms? currently running a TKC80 on the front which is good on the road and good in the gravel, but gets a little sketchy in the mud. I understand every tyre will be a compromise. Has anyone tried a Dunlop D606 on the front? I had them on my old XR650R and loved them on that.
Other options would be pirelli MT21, metzeler T63 or Karoo?

What have you fella's used and liked?

I've tried the MT21 (better on dirt, worse on road), and a T63 (pretty much the same as the TKC).
I went back to the TKC as being best all round (currently with a Karoo 3 on the back).

[Bluft]

I've tried the MT21 (better on dirt, worse on road), and a T63 (pretty much the same as the TKC).
I went back to the TKC as being best all round (currently with a Karoo 3 on the back).

I used to run the mt21 on my 990 and found it really good. It also preformed well on the Tarmac though I never pushed it to hard when wet.

[10bikekid]

howdy. what knobbly front tyres do you guys recommend for the big ktms? currently running a TKC80 on the front which is good on the road and good in the gravel, but gets a little sketchy in the mud. I understand every tyre will be a compromise. Has anyone tried a Dunlop D606 on the front? I had them on my old XR650R and loved them on that.
Other options would be pirelli MT21, metzeler T63 or Karoo?

What have you fella's used and liked?

Sketchy in the Mud, that's sounds about right, I think Its a weight thing as much as anything else, Its the same size tire as a 100kg 250 dirt bike but with more than twice the weight, its going to push like a bulldozer by comparison, At least that's what I found running My KTM with a Big Block Kenda which seemed similar to TKC80 (TKC seems slightly harder and more rigid on the road as Oscar said probable best all-rounder if you spend a bit of time on the road)

Found a D606 worked quite good on the 180kg DRBIG with semi cautious inputs the other day in the at times slippery Tokoroa forest (more grip I'd say than the Kenda or TKC and good on the road) http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/159227-ABSAR-(Auckland-Based-Saturday-Adventure-Rides)?p=1130718913#post1130718913
Seems to be the More serious Adv riders tire of Choice judging from this ride (most guys had them)


I try to run as low a pressure as I can risk when in offroad mode, (on the Bigger bikes 20psi) some may go lower ? but am not wanting to risk rim damage or punctures

[BrendanZX9R]

hey cheers for the responses. I figured the sketchiness in the mud was partly due to the weight. the TKC is great for road and gravel, but this time of year something with a little more bite would be nice. I think I'll try a D606 at some stage, like I said they worked well on my XR, but this is the first big adv bike I've ever had so its a bit of a guessing game for now.

Perhaps I should also try dropping air pressure a bit lower, I've been going to down to mid to late 20's (PSI). I just don't want to put (another) ding in the front rim.

has anyone tried the trelleborg army special? I think its called the t644?? I think that's what chris birch was using on his 1190? Linton at Dirt action services suggested I try one but I had already made the call on the TKC80.

[SE950]

mitus E02 rear, this will take you to hell and back, more for dirt and rocky mountains tracks over a 4-10 day ride, I run them around 16 psi, and balanced, never had a puncher, and iv had a few the block pattern is 17mm deep, good for around 3000ks may be more if ya not drifting, at around $180 its money well spent, Linton sells these

[10bikekid]

A few options there, though I'd think at 16psi a slick would give you traction (well maybe not)

Found tires were always a compromise, so use aggressive tires (606's and Kenda Trackmasters) on the lighter bikes and roadish ones (MT90's) for the KTM, but have found it hard to get on the beach lately, so may try the TKC80 on the front of KTM as steering in the soft sand is the main issue.

The Kenda Big block made the front end a bit vague at speed and with direction changes so am hoping TKC might be better for that and still get me on the beach without a complete melt down every time.

Speed rating worries me though as on (private roads:crazy:) can see near 200ks at times

[10bikekid]

mitus E02 rear, this will take you to hell and back, more for dirt and rocky mountains tracks over a 4-10 day ride, I run them around 16 psi, and balanced, never had a puncher, and iv had a few the block pattern is 17mm deep, good for around 3000ks may be more if ya not drifting, at around $180 its money well spent, Linton sells these

Mean bike, did you mean E07 tire, and is Linton a south island contact ?

PS, been reading this, some rave about these tires http://www.motorcycletyres.net.au/newsreviews.html

[SE950]

E07 is the hearing bone, E02 is there aggressive tyre, it goes with the c21 yes its called dirt action services 03 3890080

[young1]

I have had a TKC80 on the front of my 990 and quite liked it (have Heidenau's now). I found in the loose that the TKC tracked better.

By the way I am in Europe with my bike at the moment, a link to our trip report is;

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=971014

[10bikekid]

I have had a TKC80 on the front of my 990 and quite liked it (have Heidenau's now). I found in the loose that the TKC tracked better.

By the way I am in Europe with my bike at the moment, a link to our trip report is;

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=971014

Very Cool Michael, will carefully read your thread and live vicariously through it.

Took KT out with Big brother Tuono today, KT did well for spotting nearly 40hp but I suspect would not have done so with a TKC on the front, which is the issue with ADV bikes that can wear many hats, those hats are often dictated by the black hoops that are touching the ground :wacko:
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[BrendanZX9R]

Hi There. Looking for a luggage rack for my 990 ADV. Something similar but a bit larger than the stock one. Anyone got any ideas where I can get one locally, or even get one made?

[Eddieb]

Hi There. Looking for a luggage rack for my 990 ADV. Something similar but a bit larger than the stock one. Anyone got any ideas where I can get one locally, or even get one made?

Ryan Cooney did some a few years ago, dunno if he still does them.

[10bikekid]

Katie still doing its thing now and then
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[young1]

Ryan Cooney did some a few years ago, dunno if he still does them.

I have a Touratech rack on mine, bigger than stock which is good when I have a dry bag across the rear.

Mike

[10bikekid]

I have a Touratech rack on mine, bigger than stock which is good when I have a dry bag across the rear.

Mike

How are your travels going ?

[young1]

How are your travels going ?

I came back from Europe August last year.

[10bikekid]

So would you do it again on a KTM or something different ?

[young1]

So would you do it again on a KTM or something different ?

KTM was ideal for everywhere we went. We had a couple of "frights" on motorways where I had pulled out to pass a truck etc and hadn't noticed something coming up very fast behind, having the power to be able to gas it to put some speed on quickly was very handy (I had to apologise to Leanne after!).

On a couple of days, eg one day in Spain we were more interested in putting distance under our belt vs taking the back roads so to be able to cruise very easily fully loaded at 120 km/he (speed limit mostly was 130 but that was getting a bit fast for me with Leanne on back) was an advantage.

But then to have a bike that could handle the rough roads in Morocco and Albania was great.

Obviously most big adventure would do it just as well, but heh there is something great being on an orange bike in a sea of GS BMWs

Mike

[10bikekid]

Glad that work out for you, my 950 has not always been that reliable but seems to have come right now so am enjoying the odd ride on the over powered beast (I say that because my general ADV ride is a KLR :crazy:)
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[young1]

Glad that work out for you, my 950 has not always been that reliable but seems to have come right now so am enjoying the odd ride on the over powered beast (I say that because my general ADV ride is a KLR :crazy:)
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We did have a problem with the water pump (a known problem?) luckily it happened when there was a good KTM dealer nearby (in Rome)

M

[Team Buffoon]

Trying to track down my old 950. I sold it to someone who later traded it to a dealer in Hamilton and from there I understand it went to South Island. Fitted with Wings exhausts, KTM Engine bars, a larger rear rack, mud deflector etc. Keen to know where it is, orbiting around bike choice and might keen to buy it back if it came up for sale.

[A.Cole]

This is her on our way home from Chch to the far North April 2015.

[10bikekid]

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[A.Cole]

<a href="http://s603.photobucket.com/user/800rider/media/ae4b003d-c069-4f1a-b315-a01418afc2bc_zpsa444a991.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/ae4b003d-c069-4f1a-b315-a01418afc2bc_zpsa444a991.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo ae4b003d-c069-4f1a-b315-a01418afc2bc_zpsa444a991.jpg"/></a>

Where is that photo taken from?

[10bikekid]

That Murawai beach (Auckland) stretching out into the distance (its an old shot but you get the idea)
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[A.Cole]

Not to dissimilar is this shot of 90 mile
http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy30/AlanCole/P1000750_zpsidhnpcj2.jpg (http://s774.photobucket.com/user/AlanCole/media/P1000750_zpsidhnpcj2.jpg.html)

[10bikekid]

Very Nice, these things stonk if you get them on the beach

[Night Falcon]

yup :cool:

[10bikekid]

Nice, and there is a rumour that some have seen over 200k in the sand, wouldn't know myself though :shutup:
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[Scubbo]

jelly as, love the sound the motors thump out

[Oscar]

So after almost 10 and a half years, the faithful old 950 is going on Saturday...

https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Gentlemens-Adventures/Gentlemans-Adventure-2010/i-PvfwGwS/0/XL/DSC00337-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Gentlemens-Adventures/Gentlemans-Adventure-2010/i-zD2CcJr/0/XL/P1010129-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Pukemanu/Pukemanu-2014/i-sfhLBtd/0/X2/DSC07256-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Cold-Kiwi-Weekend/i-WvR3Bv5/0/XL/DSCN3973-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Cold-Kiwi-Weekend/i-kQPzZtP/0/XL/IMG_0348-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Kaipara-200-Mission/i-9L4dLCZ/0/XL/DSC08297-XL.jpg

The best, most exciting scooter I have owned, happy everywhere from SH1 to the 42nd Traverse.

To be replaced with this, which I'm picking up tomorrow:

https://scontent-syd1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14114892_10206763358105609_7226335920475501564_o.j pg

[A.Cole]

So after almost 10 and a half years, the faithful old 950 is going on Saturday...

The best, most exciting scooter I have owned, happy everywhere from SH1 to the 42nd Traverse.

To be replaced with this, which I'm picking up tomorrow:

https://scontent-syd1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14114892_10206763358105609_7226335920475501564_o.j pg

Other than another 950 or a 990R I couldn't think of a better upgrade.

[Oscar]

Other than another 950 or a 990R I couldn't think of a better upgrade.

I've been looking for a 950SE or a 990R, but good ones are a bit thin on the ground.

[A.Cole]

I hear ya. Without doubt the 990R is the best do all bike I've owned.

[BrendanZX9R]

I've been looking for a 950SE or a 990R, but good ones are a bit thin on the ground.


I know what you mean, i looked for aaaaaaages for a 990R or 950SE but just couldn't find one. Ended up spending the extra and getting an 1190R.

[Oscar]

I also thought about an 1190R, but I promised myself that I wouldn't try and do he-man stuff on the new scooter (I have a road legal 450EXC for that).

[10bikekid]

So after almost 10 and a half years, the faithful old 950 is going on Saturday...


The best, most exciting scooter I have owned, happy everywhere from SH1 to the 42nd Traverse.

To be replaced with this, which I'm picking up tomorrow:



I sold mine as well just recently, Am still grieving a bit but must move on, great bikes for sure but time has caught up with them a little now

[A.Cole]

I sold mine as well just recently, Am still grieving a bit but must move on, great bikes for sure but time has caught up with them a little now

I think if the 990R was still made it would still be the go to adventure bike for those who wanted to spend more time offroad.

[Big Dog]

Nice bikes.

Sent from Tapatalk. DYAC

[10bikekid]

I think if the 990R was still made it would still be the go to adventure bike for those who wanted to spend more time offroad.

I really needed to be 6'5" and 110kg for my offroad needs, plus being a KTM mechanic would have been a bonus as well :confused:

[R650R]

Looking at a KTM690, doesn't have the led rear tail light but a if square jobby. Searching online it seems the standard one has issues, is this common?

[young1]

So after almost 10 and a half years, the faithful old 950 is going on Saturday...



So how are you enjoying the new beast? Ride report please?

And the one way bridge picture, where is that?

Mike

[A.Cole]

Some pics of my morning jaunt here in the Far North
http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy30/AlanCole/IMG_2067_zps7vsdxnla.jpg
http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy30/AlanCole/IMG_2065_zps3lw5lkfh.jpg
http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy30/AlanCole/IMG_2071_zpspbrnwnwg.jpg

[Oscar]

I also thought about an 1190R, but I promised myself that I wouldn't try and do he-man stuff on the new scooter (I have a road legal 450EXC for that).

This is famous last words - I bought an 1190 in August and crashed one on Dec 4th during the KTM Rally.
I only started walking without crutches last week...

https://scontent.fsyd4-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-0/p526x296/15319195_10207582121694187_2935503743033245475_n.j pg?oh=3829f8618686c6ed59810356d520a9e8&oe=5963A548

[Oscar]

So how are you enjoying the new beast? Ride report please?

And the one way bridge picture, where is that?

Mike

Ride report - bought one, rode it 250km, crashed some else's 1190r, sold my 1190.

The one way bridge is on the Kawhia Harbour Road, I think.

[Night Falcon]

This is famous last words - I bought an 1190 in August and crashed one on Dec 4th during the KTM Rally.
I only started walking without crutches last week...


I got almost 2yrs out of my 990 before having to use crutches then selling it ....hope your recovery goes better than mine didn't :facepalm:

[Night Falcon]

This is famous last words - I bought an 1190 in August and crashed one on Dec 4th during the KTM Rally.
I only started walking without crutches last week...


I got almost 2yrs out of my 990 before having to use crutches then selling it ....hope your recovery goes better than mine didn't :facepalm:

Lesson: Adventure boots are for drinking coffee in at starbucks not for riding 200kg+ trail bikes <_<

[eldog]

Lesson: Adventure boots are for drinking coffee in at starbucks not for riding 200kg+ bikes <_<

I wear adventure boots - what lesson am I missing?

your report does sound painful.... owch both bike loss and injury


I rode with a guy who had a KTM 650 (not sure of model but it was brand new last year) - awesome to watch going around corners :niceone:

[Night Falcon]

I wear adventure boots - what lesson am I missing?

your report does sound painful.... owch both bike loss and injury


I rode with a guy who had a KTM 650 (not sure of model but it was brand new last year) - awesome to watch going around corners :niceone:

ya not missing anything until your foot needs the protection only a well sorted MX boot offers, particularly if you're off road on a BIG adv bike! ....but if you never need that then any old shoe will do I spose:nono:

[eldog]

ya not missing anything until your foot needs the protection only a well sorted MX boot offers, particularly if you're off road on a BIG adv bike! ....but if you never need that then any old shoe will do I spose:nono:

The doc reckoned the boots saved my Achilles' tendon., even after a couple of years I still have some trouble with that foot.

Having an ankle joint in the boot making walking not too bad.
worth the trouble of wearing them though:Punk:

[Scubbo]

crackup, wear armored motorcross boots you dunses.... you paid enough for your bike, pay some coin for good boots :wacko: they actually DO something that cheap ones cant (unlike the bike lololol)

[eldog]

crackup, wear armored motorcross boots you dunses.... you paid enough for your bike, pay some coin for good boots :wacko: they actually DO something that cheap ones cant (unlike the bike lololol)
I have yet to do much more than some rather rough gravel roads. It's a road bike ATM. And the boots weren't cheap. Comfortable thou.

Will have to wait to try out more adventure type stuff

[Night Falcon]

I have yet to do much more than some rather rough gravel roads. It's a road bike ATM. And the boots weren't cheap. Comfortable thou.

Will have to wait to try out more adventure type stuff

your ankle dont mind if your on or off road when ya bike lands on it eldog.

This discussion has been had many times on loads of forums. All I'm trying to say is protection should weight higher than comfort. I had a nice pair of comfeee adv shoes and they folded in half with my hoof in them. Considering the reason you wear boots in the first place is protection.....they failed miserably when it counted.

Believe me also when I tell you the cost of good boots will be eaten up if they save your foot from severe injury. Might never happen and I hope it dont...it's no fun when/if it does.

Cost doesn't always equal the best protection (as I found out) Alpine Stars Tech 10's or Sidi crossfires are top of the line but I understand Sidi also do an adv boot which is meant to be pretty good. At the end of the day I don't think I've convinced anyone to change boots but if it gets the focus more on protection then everyone wins IMO.

[eldog]

OK, I will look into what the other boots offer in comparison to what I currently use.

Agree protection above comfort generally - that's why I wear adventure boots vs little stubby ones or sneakers :bash: etc

sorry I hijacked your thread, those KTMs look great, will try and go for a look at one when I am near to the dealer

[Oscar]

I had a brand new (first ride) pair of Gaerne MX boots on.
https://www.boydmotorcycles.co.nz/Editable/ProdThumbs300/1_1963.jpg

If I had of worn my Adv Boots I would have probably lost my foot.

[Night Falcon]

Oscar to the front desk please..........Crash Report required :corn:

[Oscar]

Condensed version:


Oscar gets an 1190r sideways at low speed on the grass at the KTM Rally.
KTM crash bar lands on his foot breaking most of the bones therein.
Several days in hospital, and then a week at home.
Back to Hospital for four and half hour operation,
Home again after three days.
Back to hospital after two days - meds cause intestinal blockage.
Home again for 24 hours.
Back to hospital suffering shortness of breath.
Three days in hospital where it is discovered that Oscar had a blood clot on his left lung and one on his Pulmonary Artery.
Home for Xmas.
Most of Jan and Feb on the sofa, watching mates go on the rise that Oscar had planned.
Last Wednesday week walking (actually hobbling) without crutches.
Last Thursday, overdoes it and blows cartilage on good leg.
Back on crutches, Swears a lot.

[Scubbo]

the problem with the big "dual sport" bikes, only fragile old people can afford them :chase:

[Oscar]

the problem with the big "dual sport" bikes, only fragile old people can afford them :chase:

Bring it on Sonny, I'll show you how fragile I am...

[Scubbo]

haha, in all seriousness, sounds like a savage crash and a shit recovery, hope it starts getting better, never nice being in recovery mode

[Night Falcon]

That sounds nasty Oscar....and that comes from someone who knows nasty recoveries :facepalm: Hope it goes better going forward for ya.

As an aside....My doctor told me he'd shoot me himself if i ever got back on a motorcycle.....so I aint told him


PS: As an ex 990 owner its not hijackng this thread discussing this....and lets face it....this forum aint what it used to be participation wise.............but thats a discussion for another thread :shifty:

[Oscar]

That sounds nasty Oscar....and that comes from someone who knows nasty recoveries :facepalm: Hope it goes better going forward for ya.

As an aside....My doctor told me he'd shoot me himself if i ever got back on a motorcycle.....so I aint told him


PS: As an ex 990 owner its not hijackng this thread discussing this....and lets face it....this forum aint what it used to be participation wise.............but thats a discussion for another thread :shifty:

I could give a fuck what passes for off topic around here.

Anyway, I've sold the 1190 and I'm looking for a couple of things for the collection whilst awaiting the 790 or T7 to turn up.

I need a 620/640 Adv, and a 950 Adv or SE.

If I didn't have two injured legs I'd be kicking my self for selling the mighty 950.

[manakau.KTM]

I could give a fuck what passes for off topic around here.

Anyway, I've sold the 1190 and I'm looking for a couple of things for the collection whilst awaiting the 790 or T7 to turn up.

I need a 620/640 Adv, and a 950 Adv or SE.

If I didn't have two injured legs I'd be kicking my self for selling the mighty 950.

I'm running around at the moment on an old 640 enduro and a 950sm with knobs on, at the moment. Great combo, but whenever I'm on the 640 'getting there' I'm wishing I was on the 950 and if I happen to 'get there' on the 950 I want the 640. This riding lark is so full of compromises.

[Oscar]

I'm running around at the moment on an old 640 enduro and a 950sm with knobs on, at the moment. Great combo, but whenever I'm on the 640 'getting there' I'm wishing I was on the 950 and if I happen to 'get there' on the 950 I want the 640. This riding lark is so full of compromises.

I traded my 640e on one of the very last 625SXC's - what a great bike.
I have no idea why I sold it, sometimes I do some stupid shit..like selling my 950..shesh.

[Night Falcon]

I'm running around at the moment on an old 640 enduro and a 950sm with knobs on, at the moment. Great combo, but whenever I'm on the 640 'getting there' I'm wishing I was on the 950 and if I happen to 'get there' on the 950 I want the 640. This riding lark is so full of compromises.

990 & 690 was the same for me although I didn't own them at the same time. I'm actually really happy with the Tiger's multipurposeness (cept for the front end :mad:) it isn't 690 capable off road but then neither am I:baby:


EDIT: ooooh look, my 2000th post.....do I get a gold GPS from the KB board of directors?

[Jeff Sichoe]

Had my 990 adv for a month and a bit now, a major step up off road than the old Strom, although not quite as comfy two-up on the road. To be expected really!

Still going through the mandatory checks, oberon clutch, waterpump seal, blah blah

Need to head up north a bit more and find some new gravel, getting a little sick of the Wairarapa. Will probably take the old girl down to the Brass Monkey this year, that'll be a good blat :)

Good times!

[pampa]

first model was released around 2003. It took me 13 years to get one. I had a problem though I need to learn basic offroad riding skills first and then get the bike. However I finally go there. Odlins rd:

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[Night Falcon]

first model was released around 2003. It took me 13 years to get one. I had a problem though I need to learn basic offroad riding skills first and then get the bike. However I finally go there. Odlins rd:



top of the line is worth waiting for :niceone:

[snodpete]

My '09 990 Adv has an exhaust leak at the distributor ('H') piece join - I've got parts to disassemble and fix it, BUT the mufflers need to be removed to do so - and the bolts holding the pipe flanges on them both are well seized. Have broken one off already. So my thinking is we may have to cut/grind off the remaining bolt heads - then deal with drilling, re-tapping etc.

A better option would be to source some surplus mufflers that some of you guys who have added Akras or Wings or done a 2 into 1 conversion must have lying around anchoring your boat or something :shifty: - What are my chances? - please get in touch as I weigh options - thanks in advance!

[Old bones]

My '09 990 Adv has an exhaust leak at the distributor ('H') piece join - I've got parts to disassemble and fix it, BUT the mufflers need to be removed to do so - and the bolts holding the pipe flanges on them both are well seized. Have broken one off already. So my thinking is we may have to cut/grind off the remaining bolt heads - then deal with drilling, re-tapping etc.

A better option would be to source some surplus mufflers that some of you guys who have added Akras or Wings or done a 2 into 1 conversion must have lying around anchoring your boat or something :shifty: - What are my chances? - please get in touch as I weigh options - thanks in advance!

I have a couple of mufflers.

Send me a message if interested.