2012 ktm 500 exc? - Page 185

KTMDAD · 11-10-2012, 05:49 AM

I just ordered my 500

and would like to start out with a more street orientated tire for right now.
What is a good tried and true tire out there?

BanhXeo · 11-10-2012, 11:37 AM

Just a heads up for anyone looking into a 20L tank from KTM for the '12/13 model EXC. The tank itself is available and looks just like the Acerbis 5.3 gallon, actually it says powerparts on the tank (but arrived in an Acerbis logo bag). However, there are 3 parts which are needed to install it, all 3 have not been released by KTM as of yet, and are not in the instructions on mounting it that I recieved. We only found this out after getting a hold of them to confirm we needed more parts. They are currently on back order until early December. If I had to do again..go with the Acerbis tank. Inmates confirmed its plug and play.

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Thank you for the kind words. Yes, the 5.3 gallon tank for the 2012 model will bolt right on the 2013, no problem!

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Old Plonker · 11-10-2012, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KTMDAD

I just ordered my 500

and would like to start out with a more street orientated tire for right now.
What is a good tried and true tire out there?

Rick Ramsay swears by the Kenda K270. They are DOT and Kenda calls them 50/50 tires. See:

http://rickramsey.net/CRF250Lmods.htm#tires

garrett · 11-10-2012, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KTMDAD

I just ordered my 500

and would like to start out with a more street orientated tire for right now.
What is a good tried and true tire out there?

Heidenaus?

50/50 and a buddy says they're long lasting.

Garrett

dirty_sanchez · 11-10-2012, 01:17 PM

I like my Heidenau K60's on the 640A and now that the first rear is toast on the 690, on goes a K60.

Very long lasting and good on whatever ails you be it gravel, dirt, or tar.

Dirty

the_babaji · 11-10-2012, 01:28 PM

Running a k-60 rear on my tiger 800. Got 25,000 km out of the last one. Plenty of bite, until they get worn down. Nice tread curve / wrap-around , can lean it right over.

Never tried a k-60 on the front, instead using a continental tkc-80 as I want a knobbie on the front, last one lasted nearly 14,000 km, can also lean them right over.

Sent from my GT-I9000 using Tapatalk 2

wvexc · 11-10-2012, 02:25 PM

Hey out there, had my 2013 500exc for a while now and noticed something that is bugging me. At first when I turned the key before hitting the starter button I would hear buzz sound like a electric servo, no problem but now it does not make that sound, runs fine just kind of werd, bike stock except for desmog kit, and hardwired for battery tender.

SteveO · 11-10-2012, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wvexc

Hey out there, had my 2013 500exc for a while now and noticed something that is bugging me. At first when I turned the key before hitting the starter button I would hear buzz sound like a electric servo, no problem but now it does not make that sound, runs fine just kind of werd, bike stock except for desmog kit, and hardwired for battery tender.

It's the Fuel pump inside the tank pressurizing the fuel line.

crankshaft · 11-10-2012, 06:25 PM

2.5 hours on my XCW so far

Just put my springs in, since I'm a circus bear. What sag numbers do you guys like? I was amazed how good it was right out of the box and I was almost scared to even touch it but decided it could only get better with springs for my weight, I'm 260 with gear.

I went for a quick beat around the hood last night and it felt pretty good. I have a parking lot ramp that I like to jump and it was very stable in the air. These bikes are amazing, can't wait for the next Enduro!

KTMDAD · 11-10-2012, 09:21 PM

http://www.tmdesignworks.com/index.p...roducts_id=973
Has anyone tried one of these?

crankshaft · 11-10-2012, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KTMDAD

http://www.tmdesignworks.com/index.p...roducts_id=973
Has anyone tried one of these?

I have one on my Berg, very rugged unit

jtmajors · 11-11-2012, 06:15 AM

Alright I got my 12 500 back in may here in Texas when it was super warm. Pretty much every time just push the magic button and boom it fired right up. Now that we've had some cold days it really has a hard time starting even with the "choke." Yesterday if the engine was warm and I had just ridden it started right up but if I let it sit for even an hour it became hard to start again. It was even 80 here yesterday. First ktm so is this normal?

Night Crawler · 11-11-2012, 06:50 AM

Mine starts fine here in Portland, its been in the 40's lately. You might want to check your fuel filter and your battery condition.

jtmajors · 11-11-2012, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Night Crawler

Mine starts fine here in Portland, its been in the 40's lately. You might want to check your fuel filter and your battery condition.

Battery is good but will replace fuel filter. I just figured if was fuel filter it wouldn't run right either. Could it be valves? Need to check those, too.

CrashTheDOG · 11-11-2012, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hueychief

I use the RTE rack although it might be overkill for what you are looking for. It works good for grab handles and tie down points also.

Huey, can you provide some additional information on the RTE rack including a source. I've Googled it and can't find squat. Thanks!

11-10-2012, 05:49 AM	#2761
KTMDAD Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2006 Oddometer: 320	Dual Sport tires I just ordered my 500 and would like to start out with a more street orientated tire for right now. What is a good tried and true tire out there?

11-10-2012, 01:17 PM	#2765
dirty_sanchez Dirty_Sanchez Joined: May 2006 Location: Louisiana, Baton Rouge Oddometer: 2,096	I like my Heidenau K60's on the 640A and now that the first rear is toast on the 690, on goes a K60. Very long lasting and good on whatever ails you be it gravel, dirt, or tar. Dirty __________________ No, really, the mustache means I love you. '09 KTM 250SXF for Sale, take a look: http://advrider.com/forums/showthrea...7#post21410167

11-10-2012, 06:25 PM	#2769
crankshaft Guns are for pussies Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Burlingtron,VT Oddometer: 13,783	2.5 hours on my XCW so far Just put my springs in, since I'm a circus bear. What sag numbers do you guys like? I was amazed how good it was right out of the box and I was almost scared to even touch it but decided it could only get better with springs for my weight, I'm 260 with gear. I went for a quick beat around the hood last night and it felt pretty good. I have a parking lot ramp that I like to jump and it was very stable in the air. These bikes are amazing, can't wait for the next Enduro! __________________ Just say'IN

11-11-2012, 06:15 AM	#2772
jtmajors OCD with motorcycles Joined: May 2011 Location: arlington, tx Oddometer: 199	Cold starting Alright I got my 12 500 back in may here in Texas when it was super warm. Pretty much every time just push the magic button and boom it fired right up. Now that we've had some cold days it really has a hard time starting even with the "choke." Yesterday if the engine was warm and I had just ridden it started right up but if I let it sit for even an hour it became hard to start again. It was even 80 here yesterday. First ktm so is this normal? __________________ 2012 ktm 500 xcw plated, 2010 wr 250x (sold), 2009 Crf 450r (sold), 2007 Crf 250r (sold), 2006 Triumph Daytona 675 (sold), 2001 yz 125 (sold), 2000 yz 250 (sold), 1997 yzf 600 (sold), 1996 cr250r (sold), 1992 rm 125 (sold), 1988 Yamaha Virago (sold), 1986 XR 200 (sold), 1984 cr 80r (sold), 1982 xr 80 (sold)

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11-10-2012, 01:28 PM	#2766
the_babaji Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Oddometer: 237	Running a k-60 rear on my tiger 800. Got 25,000 km out of the last one. Plenty of bite, until they get worn down. Nice tread curve / wrap-around , can lean it right over. Never tried a k-60 on the front, instead using a continental tkc-80 as I want a knobbie on the front, last one lasted nearly 14,000 km, can also lean them right over. Sent from my GT-I9000 using Tapatalk 2

11-10-2012, 02:25 PM	#2767
wvexc n00b Joined: Nov 2012 Location: Fairmont WV Oddometer: 1	Hey out there, had my 2013 500exc for a while now and noticed something that is bugging me. At first when I turned the key before hitting the starter button I would hear buzz sound like a electric servo, no problem but now it does not make that sound, runs fine just kind of werd, bike stock except for desmog kit, and hardwired for battery tender.

11-10-2012, 09:21 PM	#2770
KTMDAD Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2006 Oddometer: 320	http://www.tmdesignworks.com/index.p...roducts_id=973 Has anyone tried one of these?

11-11-2012, 06:50 AM	#2773
Night Crawler Adventurer Joined: Mar 2012 Location: Portland, OR Oddometer: 52	Mine starts fine here in Portland, its been in the 40's lately. You might want to check your fuel filter and your battery condition.