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Forum: Orange Crush Today, 08:50 AM
Replies: 3,570
Views: 785,560
Posted By mcmann
The Mfg. has to amortise the R & D development...

The Mfg. has to amortise the R & D development and stamping tooling etc. into the price. Some accessory parts require fixtures too. Then, they have to issue drawings, develop a parts list, Parts...
Forum: Orange Crush Today, 07:02 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
The ST is a great street bike . . . especially...

The ST is a great street bike . . . especially when riding during the rainy season due to shaft drive. However, if you plan to do much off road riding . . . The 1190R would be my pick.

I was...
Forum: Orange Crush Yesterday, 12:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 294
Posted By mcmann
How many miles on the original WP seal? Curious...

How many miles on the original WP seal? Curious if the new seal is really that much better than previous seals?
Forum: Orange Crush Yesterday, 08:42 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 28,828
Posted By mcmann
Check your PM . . . For my order. Keep up the...

Check your PM . . . For my order. Keep up the great job!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-428.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/mcmann87/media/image-428.jpg.html)
Forum: Orange Crush 06-17-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 634
Posted By mcmann
I would add 990SMT to 950SE, 950/990/1190...

I would add 990SMT to 950SE, 950/990/1190 Adventures.

If a Ducati Mutistrada is classified an Adventure . . . Then, the SMT should be too.
Forum: Orange Crush 06-17-2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 545
Posted By mcmann
I like your new front fender . . . Keep up the...

I like your new front fender . . . Keep up the great Job and enjoy more power!
Forum: Orange Crush 06-17-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 339
Posted By mcmann
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/im...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-1632.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/mcmann87/media/image-1632.jpg.html)
Forum: Orange Crush 06-16-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
Thanks to this thread . . . I finally addressed...

Thanks to this thread . . . I finally addressed the KTM SuperMoto voltage regulator/rectifer heat issue . . . Which reduces the heat on your lower legs as a bonus . . . by adding a frame shield and...
Forum: Road warriors 06-16-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 8,714
Views: 1,253,301
Posted By mcmann
Fixed: Voltage Regulator/Rectifier/lower leg...

Fixed: Voltage Regulator/Rectifier/lower leg heat shield.

There is a gap (top left) that allows air to flow freely past the VR:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-623.jpg...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-16-2013, 03:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,046
Posted By mcmann
Per BlackDog: DISCLAIMER: The side-stand is now...

Per BlackDog:
DISCLAIMER: The side-stand is now isolated from the engine. Although it is not possible to completely eliminate the possibility of the side stand damaging the engine case from a direct...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-14-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,057
Posted By mcmann
Yikes! ...

Yikes!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-192.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/mcmann87/media/image-192.jpg.html)
Forum: Orange Crush 06-14-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,046
Posted By mcmann
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=769436...

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=769436&highlight=Sidestand+relocation
Forum: Orange Crush 06-14-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
For comparison below (990A/1190A): 1190 will...

For comparison below (990A/1190A): 1190 will still have better ventilation.

I doubt KTM will acknowledge a heat problem. Plan B (heat resistant pants if you are concerned). The engine is liquid...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-14-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
The rear shock area under the seat is open (not...

The rear shock area under the seat is open (not enclosed) to allow good ventilation . . . This idea should reduce heat off your inner thighs and legs etc:
...
Forum: Road warriors 06-13-2013, 03:19 PM
Replies: 8,714
Views: 1,253,301
Posted By mcmann
To reduce heat on your legs during the hot...

To reduce heat on your legs during the hot summer:

I zip tied Polyethylene inserts in the frame (from a cutting board) . . . Works great:
...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-13-2013, 10:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 327
Posted By mcmann
Sometimes you can break the bead and rotate 25...

Sometimes you can break the bead and rotate 25 degrees . . . And it helps . . . But not in all cases. Worth a try if you can't get it replaced on warranty.

I prefer TKC80's on the front due to...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-13-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
Great idea . . . buy a couple large Black...

Great idea . . . buy a couple large Black Plastic/Polyethylene Cutting Boards . . . Cut to fit the frame and zip tie it on . . . . Polyethylene can take high heat . . . Used in cutting boards...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-13-2013, 06:32 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
More motorcycle heat shield products: ...

More motorcycle heat shield products:

http://www.heatshieldproducts.com/productdetail/exhaust-heat-wrap/heatshield-armor-exhaust-heat-shield/47/34

Try this under your seat:...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-12-2013, 04:25 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,333
Posted By mcmann
How about trying an adjustable 12 V fan to direct...

How about trying an adjustable 12 V fan to direct the heat away from you? Add a switch to be turned on when needed (slow traffic or stopped):
...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-11-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 375
Posted By mcmann
Are they 10mm diameter?

Are they 10mm diameter?
Forum: Orange Crush 06-11-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By mcmann
Per the article: "In a nutshell, both...

Per the article:

"In a nutshell, both versions now have a power boost – producing 115bhp compared to the 2011 standard bike’s 108 – courtesy of a revised ECU."
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By mcmann
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults...

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/First-rides-tests/2012/February/feb1012-2012-ktm-990-adventure-ridden/
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,057
Posted By mcmann
The 990R is lighter with more suspension travel...

The 990R is lighter with more suspension travel than the 1190R . . . And similar power in off road mode. Therefore, if I lived out west . . . I would probably get a left-over 2012 990R.
...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-10-2013, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3,570
Views: 785,560
Posted By mcmann
Try this idea . . . Get a carbon fiber shield.

Try this idea . . . Get a carbon fiber shield.
Forum: Orange Crush 06-09-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 3,570
Views: 785,560
Posted By mcmann
Woops, Fall is the 1190A anticipated release . ....

Woops, Fall is the 1190A anticipated release . . . Not sure when the "R" will be released?
Forum: Orange Crush 06-09-2013, 03:12 AM
Replies: 3,570
Views: 785,560
Posted By mcmann
No wheel size option in the owners manual: ...

No wheel size option in the owners manual:

http://www.ktm.com/uploads/tx_ktmproduct/techdocs/13_3211956_en_OM.pdf
Forum: Orange Crush 06-08-2013, 06:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 400
Posted By mcmann
Great advice everyone. Can you use the...

Great advice everyone.

Can you use the vacuum hose from the charcoal canister to add full strength SeaFoam that would fill the carbs to soak overnight?

Shut the fuel valve off on the left...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-07-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,643
Posted By mcmann
Hack saw it offff

Hack saw it offff
Forum: Orange Crush 06-07-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,670
Posted By mcmann
Has anyone ordered from the below website?

http://alpinawheelsusa.com/about-us/

Alpina Wheels USA – The official Alpina distributor for North America.

All North American Alpina customers are encourage to deal directly with Alpina Wheels...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-07-2013, 05:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 503
Posted By mcmann
Why not drill the catalyst out with an extended...

Why not drill the catalyst out with an extended (extra long) half inch drill bit . . . As many holes as possible . . . Holding it upright on an angle so the pieces fall out the drilled end etc . . ....
Forum: Orange Crush 06-06-2013, 05:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By mcmann
I also have an '06 that has had an easy life...

I also have an '06 that has had an easy life (mostly street miles) . . . I was wondering if the seal lasts longer if the bike is not ridden off road much? I am at 14K . . . No movement on the...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-05-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 411
Posted By mcmann
I wanted a flat seat I could scoot back on that...

I wanted a flat seat I could scoot back on that wasn't slippery.

I cut the stock seat foam hump off with an electric knife and stapled on a Dakar suede cover. It made the seat wider.

...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-05-2013, 06:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 257
Posted By mcmann
Yep, the pilot jet has many very small side holes...

Yep, the pilot jet has many very small side holes that get plug easily when sitting . . . Especially with ethanol fuels.

You will have to remove the pilot jets to clean well. Soak in full...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-02-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3,570
Views: 785,560
Posted By mcmann
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/im...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-186.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/mcmann87/media/image-186.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-187.jpg...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-02-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 303
Posted By mcmann
I could not find rotors on CJ's website. Please...

I could not find rotors on CJ's website. Please post a link?
Forum: Orange Crush 06-01-2013, 11:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 503
Posted By mcmann
One more suggestion from a fellow Advrider: ...

One more suggestion from a fellow Advrider:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v655/mcmann87/image-184.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/mcmann87/media/image-184.jpg.html)...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-31-2013, 05:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 503
Posted By mcmann
I have read many posts that lead to one of the...

I have read many posts that lead to one of the idle/pilot jets being partially plugged. Usually after sitting during the winter. The idle/pilot jets need to be cleaned with the correct carb wire to...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-30-2013, 04:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 503
Posted By mcmann
Standard idle screw adjustment is 2-1/4 turns...

Standard idle screw adjustment is 2-1/4 turns out.
You could try 2 turns out and see if it helps the idle . . . If not, go the other direction to 2.5 to 3 turns out?
Too bad you have to pull the...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-29-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,528
Posted By mcmann
I am getting some bumps under my carbon fiber...

I am getting some bumps under my carbon fiber decals . . . The texture of the CF does help from noticing etc. Bottom line, it would be best to have decal material that can breath . . . Small...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-29-2013, 11:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 503
Posted By mcmann
Try some Sea Foam and set your idle at 1,500 RPM....

Try some Sea Foam and set your idle at 1,500 RPM. You may have some bad gas . . . Or, ethanol has clogged something up.
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