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Forum: Orange Crush Yesterday, 07:22 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,572
Posted By tomdubz
32 Teacher. Last day of school! All packed up...

32 Teacher. Last day of school! All packed up and ready to wander for 2 months. Who knows where?
Forum: Orange Crush 05-03-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,416
Posted By tomdubz
Haven't fucked with an oil thread in a while. ...

Haven't fucked with an oil thread in a while.

What haven't I put in this beast in the past 35k (3 years)? Right now I'm rocking some "classic car" valvoline 5-50. Running great.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-27-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,284
Posted By tomdubz
Just straightened mine out last week. Tire and...

Just straightened mine out last week. Tire and rotors on, whole setup off the bike. Used a heavy 4' steel rod, small heavy mallet, and a cut up tube to protect the strike zone as if it's not...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-17-2013, 05:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 466
Posted By tomdubz
Genius!

Genius!
Forum: Orange Crush 03-22-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By tomdubz
I read mine when I feel broke down.

I read mine when I feel broke down.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-15-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By tomdubz
Blasphemy

It's a dirt bike. Dirt bikes have big wheels.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-15-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 578
Posted By tomdubz
Bingo, right in the brohole!

Bingo, right in the brohole!
Forum: Orange Crush 02-19-2013, 08:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,378
Posted By tomdubz
And/or links to any applicable vendors please and...

And/or links to any applicable vendors please and thanks!
Forum: Orange Crush 01-21-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,597
Posted By tomdubz
Lots of good questions. Here's my (2009) 1/2...

Lots of good questions. Here's my (2009) 1/2 cent:

I went 2:1 with the GPR system a while ago. Aside from a funky weld issue on the front header that resulted in a crack and a warranty...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-04-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,207
Posted By tomdubz
fixed: I would like to start off by...

fixed:


I would like to start off by saying great to work with a American company Thanks! Next would be the info that you share with your customers and the detail info you give out to us, then...
Forum: Orange Crush 11-19-2012, 08:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 806
Posted By tomdubz
http://www.ktm950.info/how/Suspension%20Shop/Forks...

http://www.ktm950.info/how/Suspension%20Shop/Forks/Oil/jeffslavens_video.html
Forum: Orange Crush 08-27-2012, 08:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,120
Posted By tomdubz
Same happened to me. My negative battery...

Same happened to me. My negative battery terminal was loose.
Forum: Orange Crush 08-13-2012, 03:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 404
Posted By tomdubz
I assume you've checked all your connections. ...

I assume you've checked all your connections. Mine did something similar and my negative terminal had come loose.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-19-2012, 07:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,303
Posted By tomdubz
Certainly! I'm not a huge fan of parades but I...

Certainly! I'm not a huge fan of parades but I can play nice from time to time. I'm loosely planning a trip around the Gaspe if that's of any interest.... Or banging around some local dirt is...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-19-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,418
Posted By tomdubz
After installing my GPR 2:1 complete system, I...

After installing my GPR 2:1 complete system, I had lots of popping on decel. Leaving the stock map ('09-990 also) and performing SAS/Cannister-ectomies did away with the popping. Just my experience.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-18-2012, 05:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,303
Posted By tomdubz
Familiar?

I think I saw you all yesterday. Roxbury gap? I was on my 990. Looks like you had fun.
Forum: Orange Crush 06-05-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 755
Posted By tomdubz
When this happened to me, my negative battery...

When this happened to me, my negative battery terminal had loosened. Took me a flipping week of head scratching - wall kicking to figure that one out.
Forum: Orange Crush 06-05-2012, 05:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,973
Posted By tomdubz
My 09' didn't budge until 25,000 mi.

My 09' didn't budge until 25,000 mi.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-30-2012, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,521
Posted By tomdubz
I didn't need my first valve adjustment until...

I didn't need my first valve adjustment until 26,500 miles ('09). You may consider it for your '07 though as that's before the head upgrade I believe. Cheaper (labor) if you take it to the dealer...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-18-2012, 05:43 AM
Replies: 8,071
Views: 1,500,866
Posted By tomdubz
This.

This.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-09-2012, 07:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By tomdubz
As stated, I did a valve check/ADJUST. One on...

As stated, I did a valve check/ADJUST. One on each felt too tight but hey, I was an adjust virgin. If I left a paper towel it it it was a blue shop rag.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-08-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By tomdubz
Yes, the block off plates that are marketed for...

Yes, the block off plates that are marketed for the super duke.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-08-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By tomdubz
One for the hexperts

So, I went buck wild this winter:

Water pump rebuild
Valve Check/Adjust
SAS/Cannisterectomy
Spark plug change

She's an '09 with 27K miles

At my first starting attempt, it was rough. ...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-25-2012, 04:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,307
Posted By tomdubz
Change your gearing to 16:45

Change your gearing to 16:45
Forum: Orange Crush 03-21-2012, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,117
Posted By tomdubz
Don't forget the - remove bottom bolt first then...

Don't forget the - remove bottom bolt first then proceed to use leverage of swing arm, pushing down and leaving bastard shock in place - technique. The top comes free much easier.

Putting it...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-04-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 8,071
Views: 1,500,866
Posted By tomdubz
Did this for a Labrador soiree. They'll work. ...

Did this for a Labrador soiree. They'll work. You might find you need to stay them from above also, as in through the packing loops up top. Also, they'll rub some interesting wear marks in your...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-02-2012, 06:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,761
Posted By tomdubz
Sucks. I had my gpr fail @ the front exhaust...

Sucks. I had my gpr fail @ the front exhaust weld. Thankfully, KTM Twins was still stocking them when it did and I got a prompt replacement.
Forum: Orange Crush 02-27-2012, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 851
Posted By tomdubz
Thanks for the insights. Sadly, much of it's...

Thanks for the insights. Sadly, much of it's over my head. Fir perspective, this is where I'm at: I "think" I need to adjust. Some felt too tight.

What kind of resistance am I looking for? ...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-25-2012, 10:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 851
Posted By tomdubz
Sweet deal. Thanks Chuck.

Sweet deal. Thanks Chuck.
Forum: Orange Crush 02-25-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 851
Posted By tomdubz
Valve check virgin

So, stupid question time. I went and removed the right side bolt for the locking tool before proceeding to set the rear cylinder to TDC. Directions say to do it after. Am I in trouble?

Also,...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-19-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,514
Posted By tomdubz
Not sure if the RC8 will fit but I do know that...

Not sure if the RC8 will fit but I do know that KTM sells a kit for the Super Duke that will definitely fit any LC8
Forum: Orange Crush 02-17-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,300
Posted By tomdubz
IMO it is both dangerous and inconvenient -...

IMO it is both dangerous and inconvenient - especially off road. One less thing to distract me.
Forum: Orange Crush 02-17-2012, 08:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,300
Posted By tomdubz
I put up with it for a year then broke down and...

I put up with it for a year then broke down and wired in a variable temp controller and slapped it on the same bracket as the dinky stock one with some double sided tape. It works great but - added...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-16-2012, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,081
Posted By tomdubz
I don't think it's the pump that's the issue. My...

I don't think it's the pump that's the issue. My experience was that the tank plastic itself got a little weird and bubbly/rough right where the o rings seat into. KTM warrantied my tank and it was...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-10-2012, 10:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,805
Posted By tomdubz
Consult the safety glasses gods.

Consult the safety glasses gods.
Forum: Orange Crush 02-09-2012, 04:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 608
Posted By tomdubz
My original factory pads lasted almost twice as...

My original factory pads lasted almost twice as long as my Galfer replacements. Brembo knows what they're doing.
Forum: Orange Crush 11-25-2011, 04:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,683
Posted By tomdubz
And I don't know what you were trying to say here:

And I don't know what you were trying to say here:
Forum: Orange Crush 11-24-2011, 04:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,683
Posted By tomdubz
Funny! Or maybe they just made a racier version....

Funny! Or maybe they just made a racier version. Industry standard: R = racing/rally right?
Forum: Orange Crush 11-24-2011, 04:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,683
Posted By tomdubz
Maybe you're confused or trying to convey sarcasm...

Maybe you're confused or trying to convey sarcasm via text? The RC8 has been the production engine for the RC8 since it's inception right? There's a thread somewhere about some nutter trying to mod...
Forum: Orange Crush 11-22-2011, 10:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,683
Posted By tomdubz
Must be your fancy midget alien screen there...

Must be your fancy midget alien screen there Chuckles. I can hear myself think. This could be dangerous.
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