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Forum: Thumpers 05-16-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 654
Posted By Jan from Finland
Sure, I'll try that if electric CPU fan doesn't...

Sure, I'll try that if electric CPU fan doesn't keep it cool enough.http://d26ya5yqg8yyvs.cloudfront.net/icon10.gif
Forum: Thumpers 05-16-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 654
Posted By Jan from Finland
Thanks for suggestions. Keep them coming. Would a...

Thanks for suggestions. Keep them coming. Would a multi piston caliper cool better? How about wave discs?

I doubt if CPU heat sink would stick. The brake caliper surface is not flat. Welding fins...
Forum: Thumpers 05-15-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 654
Posted By Jan from Finland
Since I have no access to custom billet heat sink...

Since I have no access to custom billet heat sink brake calipers like Johnny Campbell
what options there are for preventing rear brake overheating?
...
Forum: Thumpers 05-03-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 522
Posted By Jan from Finland
Well, it's more or less a matter of choice....

Well, it's more or less a matter of choice. Earlier LC4s had a fair share of engine/transmission issues. Some other bikes have more frame, subframe, suspension and wheel issues. Each bike have their...
Forum: Thumpers 04-29-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,365
Posted By Jan from Finland
Laugh I think it's 1995 Rally Replica, or whatever...

I think it's 1995 Rally Replica, or whatever customer bikers were called at the time.
Heinz Kinigadner's works bike in -95 was like this.
...
Forum: Thumpers 04-17-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 478
Posted By Jan from Finland
Earlier versions of the rally were quite similar...

Earlier versions of the rally were quite similar to the adventure. However, rally bikes were developed each year forward and only few modifications were implemented into the adventure. In the end...
Forum: Thumpers 04-15-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,634
Posted By Jan from Finland
I wouldn't worry about sharp angles. The whole...

I wouldn't worry about sharp angles. The whole point of a fairing is to create disturbances. It's not an aircraft wing. It's practically impossible to predict how well it works in your case by just...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-15-2012, 03:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,449
Posted By Jan from Finland
Sometimes you are just lucky. I had once a 4 inch...

Sometimes you are just lucky. I had once a 4 inch nail through the tire. No puncture!

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_D3sLArze1-Y/TDoizZZoTaI/AAAAAAAAAGs/egbP0IPvm-0/A1.jpg
...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-15-2012, 02:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,756
Posted By Jan from Finland
No, nothing to do with the government...

No, nothing to do with the government math.http://d26ya5yqg8yyvs.cloudfront.net/Laughing.gif I simply mean that the traction circle you are referring to is not a circle. You may have reached the 100%...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-13-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 10,068
Posted By Jan from Finland
Except it doesn't. It's over simplification,...

Except it doesn't. It's over simplification, static equation and because many readers will not read or understand it.

For one, with modern tires your deacceleration is greater than 1 g because...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-13-2012, 05:28 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,756
Posted By Jan from Finland
Except with modern tyres your budget is not a...

Except with modern tyres your budget is not a circle, as it used to be decades ago. Nowadays you may still have 20% left for breaking even if you have already used close to 100% for cornering.

An...
Forum: Thumpers 12-04-2012, 01:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 835
Posted By Jan from Finland
The LC4 rally bikes had an oil cooler, both the...

The LC4 rally bikes had an oil cooler, both the 660 and the 690.

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c25/rhys77/ktmracebikes/61015826-M.jpg
...
Forum: Thumpers 11-27-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,760
Posted By Jan from Finland
This year's Yamahas were progressively less and...

This year's Yamahas were progressively less and less interesting.
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m88/Bolling71/37f8bd68.jpg...
Forum: Thumpers 11-26-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,297
Posted By Jan from Finland
Wow! I would say it's more like a KLR from hell....

Wow! I would say it's more like a KLR from hell. Fascinating anyhow.



I am not an expert in metalurgy, however, it seems that the downtube is sheared "cleanly" and the backbone was not. It...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 11-25-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,436
Posted By Jan from Finland
The problem is that the EpiPen needs a...

The problem is that the EpiPen needs a prescription and it has a limited shelf life about 12-18 months. Probably less when subject to elements in your pack.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 11-25-2012, 06:34 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,436
Posted By Jan from Finland
You should cover both eyes to prevent eye...

You should cover both eyes to prevent eye movements. Your eyes always track together (unless there is brain damage).

Why to carry a space/thermal blanket? Do you use it for something else than...
Forum: Thumpers 11-04-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,432
Posted By Jan from Finland
Du hast keine Berechtigung, diesen Dateianhang...

Du hast keine Berechtigung, diesen Dateianhang herunterzuladen.


Specifications:
Engine 553cc
45 hp - 7000 rpm
53 Nm -5500 rpm
Bore 95 mm
Stroke 78 mm
Wheel travel front 240 mm
Forum: Thumpers 11-04-2012, 02:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,604
Posted By Jan from Finland
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AJu5q_PXq0w/UAW5plMdxcI/...

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AJu5q_PXq0w/UAW5plMdxcI/AAAAAAAAAsA/B0pvQrJ_BDs/s1600/james-bond-rides-honda-crf250r-skyfall-movie-police-polis.jpg

... but what tires they are using?

How about other...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-15-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,287
Posted By Jan from Finland
The poll has no flexibility. It dependes on the...

The poll has no flexibility. It dependes on the conditions (and the bike).

Two (index and middle) on road, paved or not. One, if I have to hang on the bars on bumps. Four, if on paved race track....
Forum: Thumpers 10-04-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,389
Posted By Jan from Finland
The T63 is my favorite, but last time I got the...

The T63 is my favorite, but last time I got the bad one. After 150 miles on street it looked like this.

<a...
Forum: Orange Crush 10-04-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3,270
Views: 723,240
Posted By Jan from Finland
Thanks. Here, if someone else wants to read it....

Thanks. Here, if someone else wants to read it. http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=19636791&postcount=542

Does it require a made-for-it wheel to work? Apparently.
Forum: Orange Crush 10-04-2012, 11:46 AM
Replies: 3,270
Views: 723,240
Posted By Jan from Finland
According to KTM the new bike holds 23 liter. The...

According to KTM the new bike holds 23 liter. The old was only 20.
KTM quotes the dry weights as the following

1190 = 212kg
1190 ADV = 217kg
990 = 207kg
990 R = 209.5kg.

See...
Forum: Orange Crush 10-04-2012, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3,270
Views: 723,240
Posted By Jan from Finland
"Wire-spoked wheels for tubeless tyres featuring...

"Wire-spoked wheels for tubeless tyres featuring airtight rim beds patented by KTM"
What kind of system they use to seal the wheel?
...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 09-26-2012, 10:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 665
Posted By Jan from Finland
Custom map size must be less than a million...

Custom map size must be less than a million pixels. About 1024 x1024 is the max size without compression.

To All: Is there any software which can split a bigger kmz-file into 1024 x 1024 pixel...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 09-07-2012, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8,011
Views: 775,375
Posted By Jan from Finland
What's the maximum size in pixels for the custom...

What's the maximum size in pixels for the custom maps at Montana?
I was told that it is 1024x1024 but I accidentally made a bigger and it works!
Forum: Thumpers 08-09-2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By Jan from Finland
It depends on what you expect it to protect. It...

It depends on what you expect it to protect. It works for weather and bush. It may bend in a crash and bend the lever.
Forum: Thumpers 08-09-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 17,420
Posted By Jan from Finland
The diesel conversion is only $16,000.

The diesel conversion is only $16,000.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-18-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,832
Posted By Jan from Finland
You are right if we talk about a wild drif. Not...

You are right if we talk about a wild drif. Not sure about the grip line. In the MotoGP drifts are usually at the edge of traction I think. Unless it's done only for steering the bike and getting...
Forum: Thumpers 07-18-2012, 10:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,456
Posted By Jan from Finland
A long time. I replaced it only because the...

A long time. I replaced it only because the engine was in parts. It was still ok. Unusually hard wearing clutch. Or underpowered engine. :lol3
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-18-2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,832
Posted By Jan from Finland
Except it does - a bit. The best grip is achieved...

Except it does - a bit. The best grip is achieved when tire slides about 5-15%. Only in high school physics sliding grip is always less than rolling grip. In the real world there is a transition area...
Forum: Thumpers 07-17-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,456
Posted By Jan from Finland
I agree. I lost a cam bearing around 30,000...

I agree.

I lost a cam bearing around 30,000 km (not the follower bearing). Unfortunately, a ball jumped between the sprocket and chain. It broke and jammed the engine.

The plastic slide in the...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 07-16-2012, 01:16 PM
Replies: 8,011
Views: 775,375
Posted By Jan from Finland
Even if they say "Keep the Messenger at least 12...

Even if they say "Keep the Messenger at least 12 inches away from other GPS devices as SPOT can interfere with signal reception of other GPS devices" It's hard to believe that TS's issue is caused by...
Forum: Thumpers 07-15-2012, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 335
Posted By Jan from Finland
LC4 Adventure R 640 2000 Owners Handbook

Standard Adjustment - Fork
Compression adjuster 14
Rebound adjuster 12
Spring 4.4 N/mm
Spring preload 10 mm (0.4 in)
Air chamber length 155 mm (5.9 in)
Capacity per fork leg ca 800 ccm
Fork...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-12-2012, 04:55 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,832
Posted By Jan from Finland
I agree. Drifting into and out of the corner are...

I agree. Drifting into and out of the corner are done for different reasons. Drifting into a corner makes braking easier if you can't be sure about the traction. If the corner is clean it is often...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 07-10-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 8,011
Views: 775,375
Posted By Jan from Finland
Yes, I was. Thanks for the explanation. Perhaps I...

Yes, I was. Thanks for the explanation. Perhaps I should look at the MapSource. I just have figured out the BaseCamp.http://d26ya5yqg8yyvs.cloudfront.net/bluduh.gif I have been using the Magellan...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 07-09-2012, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8,011
Views: 775,375
Posted By Jan from Finland
How? The "Properties" shows only a dot (with...

How? The "Properties" shows only a dot (with street name and number) in the BC, but the unit shows a blue flag. Can't change either one.

I would also like to see the 250 via points limit raised....
Forum: Layin' down tracks 07-08-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 8,011
Views: 775,375
Posted By Jan from Finland
Is there any way to change the color of waypoint...

Is there any way to change the color of waypoint marker if the route is done with the BaseCamp?
Currently my vehicle is the blue arrow, waypoint markers are blue, rivers and lakes are blue. I need...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-07-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 289
Views: 17,765
Posted By Jan from Finland
No doubt. The reason why it was so...

No doubt.



The reason why it was so violent is that you locked up the rear. If it's done the right way the rear never locks and keeps spinning.



Start with a cheap bike or......
Forum: Layin' down tracks 07-07-2012, 02:50 PM
Replies: 8,011
Views: 775,375
Posted By Jan from Finland
You must first select which map you are looking...

You must first select which map you are looking at. See the drop down menu at the top left corner.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-04-2012, 04:33 PM
Replies: 289
Views: 17,765
Posted By Jan from Finland
Your understand of ABS is flawed, a good system...

Your understand of ABS is flawed, a good system detects that the wheel is slowing down faster than it can possibly slow down, and should start to release pressure before the wheel is actually...
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