Forum: Orange Crush
12-10-2012, 06:35 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,316
I did not weigh them but agree the difference...
I did not weigh them but agree the difference feels greater than 3.5 pounds per side.
Well, with a couple thousand miles on them, they have gotten a bit deeper and a bit louder. Have not notices...
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-27-2012, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 664
the question?
If it is in great shape and right there waiting for you??? I'd say (haggle some:deal and) jump!
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-27-2012, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,018
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-27-2012, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,275
Lexx cans on '11 990-R
Here is the thread of the install of the Lexx cans on the 990-R :clap:clap:clap
Hope it helps!
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=19129304#post19129304
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-15-2012, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,252
After melting my 2 part epoxy in the under seat...
After melting my 2 part epoxy in the under seat tool compartment of '11 990 R, I cut a sheet of aluminum to go under the box from where it meets the rear mud guard, cut out for the shock, and brought...
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Forum: Orange Crush
08-22-2012, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 414
Yep - installed one
Replaced the plastic with one of these on my '11 990-R. I expected better cooling but have not noticed any significant difference in that regard.
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Forum: Orange Crush
08-19-2012, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 922
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-31-2012, 01:17 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 464
Found the codes
Ok - found the codes. Seems I have a wiring problem with the lambda sensor and CAN bus. Probably a pinched wire during the SAS-ectomy. Will tear off the crash bars, tanks and plastic tonight and...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-30-2012, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 464
Error codes query
Greetings fellow inmates -
'11 990 R with Lexx cans added plus canister and SAS removal 2 weekends ago.
Ran fine since - many hundreds of miles ...
Until Sunday ... In hot, loose, clutch...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-17-2012, 09:21 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-17-2012, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 184
Views: 16,079
yep - and love it!
even if it does git a bit grimy at times :clap:clap:clap
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/--U4hcgMab10/UANLA9ofMHI/AAAAAAAAA6M/sHoLAZNGvTI/s640/DSCN0775.JPG
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-16-2012, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 821
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-16-2012, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,316
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-16-2012, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 995
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2012, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,316
Well, they are not exactly decals. Look at the...
Well, they are not exactly decals. Look at the first picture in this thread and you can see the graphic is a thin metal plate held on by two rivets. Should not be hard to drill out if you want to...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2012, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,316
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2012, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,316
Will do. Gotta go hose down the mean 990...
Will do. Gotta go hose down the mean 990 adventure machine first so it will be pretty for the pictures. While out enjoying the new exhaust, I took a slow speed dirt nap in the mud (would that be a...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2012, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 995
I'm still running the stock plastic radiator...
I'm still running the stock plastic radiator guard. I've been spending quality gravel and dirt time up in the Jemez and Santa Fe National forest where a rock through the radiator could ruin a good...
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2012, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 995
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-15-2012, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 995
High Fender Heat
Hey inmates -
The operating temperature of my '11 990 Adventure R went up when I followed the excellent directions from this forum and put on the Acerbis universal supermoto front fender.
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Forum: Orange Crush
07-14-2012, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,316
Lexx cans on '11 990-R
Hello fellow inmates! This is a quick review of the aftermarket Lexx exhaust MXe slip-on silencer with mid-pipe installed on a 2011 KTM 990 Adventure R.
Product Information from...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-05-2012, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,457
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-05-2012, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,457
990R High Fender Query
Greetings fellow inmates -
This seems pretty simple so I'm probably missing something ... Since the "R" model already has the front brake lines routed up to a stanchion on the bottom of the...
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Forum: Orange Crush
02-05-2012, 10:25 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 913
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Forum: Orange Crush
01-08-2012, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 923
Thanks Everybody
I love this forum - so many folks willing to share their knowledge and experience!
So, what did I learn: Wow - Add in an ABS unit (plus wheel sensors), new brake lines, change out the instrument...
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Forum: Orange Crush
01-08-2012, 08:37 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,397
Congratulations!
Welcome to the Orange Crush family :clap:clap:clap
Of course I think you picked out the perfect bike as I have it's clone in the garage :lol3:lol3:lol3
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Forum: Orange Crush
01-07-2012, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 923
Thinking alike
Thanks Somber - That was my plan as well ... I am not super enthusiastic about adding ABS (would have picked up a non-R) but got to thinking after seeing all that wiring. Just an option I want to...
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Forum: Orange Crush
01-07-2012, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 923
Anyone add ABS to a 990-R
Greetings Adventurers -
I have a shinny new 2011 990-R in the garage. It has a big plastic box under the seat for the ABS unit and lots of wiring running into it - it looks like it is pre-wired...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-16-2011, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 4,095
+1
I have owned most major brands - if you can keep them out of the shop and perform the routine maintenance yourself, scheduled upkeep is pretty much a constant across brands.
Of course all BMW...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-14-2011, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 6,327
Query
Make that queries ...
1) Static temperature drop across the board or remap the curve like the cycleops?
2) Any trouble projected when riding in cold temps? Took quite a ride last Saturday in 30...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-12-2011, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,994
Not the only one
Chain tension assembly on my 530 after lots of wet riding in Idaho ...
As we did not have access to a disintigration machine it took a team of engineers, several beers, and a miracle but (after...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-12-2011, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,156
Concur
Suspension for your riding style is #1 ... then farkles ;)
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-12-2011, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 4,121
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-07-2011, 10:02 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 6,004
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-06-2011, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,205
'11 r
Just picked mine up on Saturday for under 13k "out the door" ... small dealer did not want to carry it over the winter with the '12's arriving.
It has been snowing since I got it home so only have...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-05-2011, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 10,755
Tires
Then not the Scorp ... great on the pavement and gravel but not enough bite for the desert.
Does a great job until you hit sand or rock ledges ...
-- TAH
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-11-2011, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,934
Thanks!
Cool! Found the right incantation to show voltage ... Sure appreciate the info! :clap:clap:clap
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-07-2011, 04:54 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,934
Hmmm
I'll bite - how do you use your GPS to monitor the voltage? Have not found that bit of information available through my Garmin. :ear:ear:ear
Thanks in advance,
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Forum: Face plant
12-31-2010, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 6,379
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Forum: Face plant
11-22-2010, 09:40 PM
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Replies: 177
Views: 17,310
Recover well
Heal quickly, heal completely, learn from experience, ride again.
Will be streaming positive thoughts your way.
Take care, -- TAH
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