KTM 530 EXCR- More better! - Page 3

mjf · 06-10-2008, 09:14 AM

It works with the fan and the kick start. It is also no wider than stock, and actually fits better than my stock tank. Here is a pic of the width.

neduro · 06-25-2008, 07:05 AM

80.2 hours and the valves have not moved one bit!

The one weak point of RFS motors for me was the intake valves. I never made it 20 hours without making at least a minor adjustment, and a set I pulled out at about 120 hours were mushroomed so badly you could have shaved with them.

Clearly, the XC4 has beaten that issue.

Hair · 06-25-2008, 08:14 AM

That is really good news. The berg has preformed similar to the 530 when it comes to valve adjustments.
In my mind valve adjustment alone is reason enough to upgrade.

I will be looking forward to more feed back on this bike.

And only 80.2 hours. Slacker.

Houndman · 06-25-2008, 09:30 PM

I appreciate all of your input Ned,I am new to off-roading with an 08 530 excr.I went whole hog on this purchase,with a KTM.Coming off of street bikes.I am slowly but carefully morphing this bike into a wake up mode.I would like to know what you suggest for jetting?Thnx

jimmex · 09-08-2008, 10:22 AM

Dear Ned,
I've enjoyed reading your thread re: KTM530EXCR upgrades and farkles. I just purchased one and am in the process of prepping in for the Chabochis meet in October (which is a total blast).
My questions are 1) exactly which Akropovic can did you fit and is it USFS approved? 2) I fitted the same hardparts tank and I'm getting 50 mpg plus; the problem is that when the level gets down to the last gallon or so the fuel flow is interrupted even after I switch the petcock to reserve. Have you had this happen?

Thanks,
Jimmex

Rusty Rocket · 09-08-2008, 03:18 PM

Neduro: Time for a long term report.

CodyY · 09-08-2008, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Houndman

I appreciate all of your input Ned,I am new to off-roading with an 08 530 excr.I went whole hog on this purchase,with a KTM.Coming off of street bikes.I am slowly but carefully morphing this bike into a wake up mode.I would like to know what you suggest for jetting?Thnx

We need to know where you're at to suggest Jetting.

Try KTMtalk.com for jetting specs.
Also, most just order up the JDjetting.com kit and go by his specs.

CodyY · 09-08-2008, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmex

Dear Ned,
the problem is that when the level gets down to the last gallon or so the fuel flow is interrupted even after I switch the petcock to reserve. Have you had this happen?

Thanks,
Jimmex

Do a wheelie, it'll get over there.

Or, just lean the bike over to the left.

neduro · 09-09-2008, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Houndman

I would like to know what you suggest for jetting?

Mine ran great stock, so I never changed it (it's whatever is in the owners manual). The new KTM's have a leak jet installed in the bowl, which I think is key to helping the response.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimmex

My questions are 1) exactly which Akropovic can did you fit and is it USFS approved? 2) I fitted the same hardparts tank and I'm getting 50 mpg plus; the problem is that when the level gets down to the last gallon or so the fuel flow is interrupted even after I switch the petcock to reserve. Have you had this happen?

1) SXS-08.530.512, and yes it is spark arrested (not in the garage so can't go look for the stamp, but every ranger around here does a rod test which this will pass).

2) No, mine's been fine. I'd suggest pulling the petcock out and blowing it out with some air/ carb cleaner in the event something is lodged in it or the screen is partly obstructed.

parkerfe · 03-13-2009, 07:56 PM

My new 2008 450EXC-R came with the free KTM ready to Race kit which has a skid plate, racing exhaust, tires, charger and more... http://www.ktm.com/fileadmin/systemd...ngpromo_01.pdf

neduro · 03-13-2009, 09:11 PM

It's funny this thread should resurface right now.

A giant stork visited my garage earlier in the week and left something behind:

I'll do a build thread soon... probably right here.

gaspipe · 03-13-2009, 09:18 PM

Ned,

One of my buddies just bought a 530, and I'm stuck on that craggy old 540 clunker for now...

PacWestGS · 03-13-2009, 09:22 PM

Sweet, I'm lovin' my '09!

neduro · 03-13-2009, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaspipe

One of my buddies just bought a 530, and I'm stuck on that craggy old 540 clunker for now...

That's no clunker and you know it. Mike and I talked about that bike for weeks.

That said, the new chassis is awesome, the 09 suspension is excellent out of the box, and for some reason, the 09 seems to run stronger than my 08 did (sorry Hair!).

JayBo1 · 03-14-2009, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neduro

It's funny this thread should resurface right now.

A giant stork visited my garage earlier in the week and left something behind:

I'll do a build thread soon... probably right here.

The giant stork stopped round my place too this week

. Busy bird getting across to Western Australia so quickly.
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...and my build thread has already started in the Kiwi Forum here
Have fun!
Cheers
JayBo

06-25-2008, 07:05 AM	#32
neduro ^OP Tuareg 2013 Joined: Jul 2003 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Oddometer: 11,344	80.2 hours and the valves have not moved one bit! The one weak point of RFS motors for me was the intake valves. I never made it 20 hours without making at least a minor adjustment, and a set I pulled out at about 120 hours were mushroomed so badly you could have shaved with them. Clearly, the XC4 has beaten that issue. __________________ For Sale: FJ60, or Defender 90, Doubletake Mirrors- Folding D/S mirror that is both useful and indestructible. Dual Sport Riding Techniques DVDs: Clear instructional DVDs to improve off-road skills.

06-25-2008, 08:14 AM	#33
Hair 10 fingers 10 toes Joined: Dec 2003 Oddometer: 12,012	That is really good news. The berg has preformed similar to the 530 when it comes to valve adjustments. In my mind valve adjustment alone is reason enough to upgrade. I will be looking forward to more feed back on this bike. And only 80.2 hours. Slacker. __________________ Why are we stopping?: Wayne Weber

09-08-2008, 10:22 AM	#35
jimmex Guero from SanAngelo Joined: Jan 2003 Location: West Texas Oddometer: 1,433	Ktm 530 EXCR Dear Ned, I've enjoyed reading your thread re: KTM530EXCR upgrades and farkles. I just purchased one and am in the process of prepping in for the Chabochis meet in October (which is a total blast). My questions are 1) exactly which Akropovic can did you fit and is it USFS approved? 2) I fitted the same hardparts tank and I'm getting 50 mpg plus; the problem is that when the level gets down to the last gallon or so the fuel flow is interrupted even after I switch the petcock to reserve. Have you had this happen? Thanks, Jimmex

09-08-2008, 03:18 PM	#36
Rusty Rocket Life behind "Bars" Joined: Dec 2005 Location: Northcentral CT Oddometer: 6,266	Neduro: Time for a long term report. __________________ 1996 DR 650 (a big girl that likes it dirty) 1973 Penton Six-Days (mint) 1971 Suzuki TS185 (needs restoration) 2005 KTM 400exc w/ BajaDesigns D/S light kit

03-13-2009, 07:56 PM	#40
parkerfe Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2009 Location: Cumming, Georgia Oddometer: 143	My new 2008 450EXC-R came with the free KTM ready to Race kit which has a skid plate, racing exhaust, tires, charger and more... http://www.ktm.com/fileadmin/systemd...ngpromo_01.pdf __________________ Frank Parker, Esq. www.deminglaw.com parkerfe screwed with this post 03-14-2009 at 05:42 AM

06-10-2008, 09:14 AM	#31
mjf Adventurer Joined: May 2007 Location: So Cal. Oddometer: 58	It works with the fan and the kick start. It is also no wider than stock, and actually fits better than my stock tank. Here is a pic of the width.

06-25-2008, 09:30 PM	#34
Houndman Adventurer Joined: May 2008 Location: So. Cal. Oddometer: 15	I appreciate all of your input Ned,I am new to off-roading with an 08 530 excr.I went whole hog on this purchase,with a KTM.Coming off of street bikes.I am slowly but carefully morphing this bike into a wake up mode.I would like to know what you suggest for jetting?Thnx

03-13-2009, 09:11 PM	#41
neduro ^OP Tuareg 2013 Joined: Jul 2003 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Oddometer: 11,344	It's funny this thread should resurface right now. A giant stork visited my garage earlier in the week and left something behind: I'll do a build thread soon... probably right here. __________________ For Sale: FJ60, or Defender 90, Doubletake Mirrors- Folding D/S mirror that is both useful and indestructible. Dual Sport Riding Techniques DVDs: Clear instructional DVDs to improve off-road skills.

03-13-2009, 09:18 PM	#42
gaspipe Just a dude.... Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Pickwick Lake, Tennessippi Oddometer: 11,205	Ned, One of my buddies just bought a 530, and I'm stuck on that craggy old 540 clunker for now... __________________ gaspipe [the original] I contend that for a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle. -- Winston Churchill

03-13-2009, 09:22 PM	#43
PacWestGS Life Is The Adventure! Joined: Aug 2005 Location: A Worldly Traveller Oddometer: 9,964	Sweet, I'm lovin' my '09! __________________ Russ The world is a dangerous place to live, not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it. (Albert Einstein)

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