KTM parts that swap to pre 2000 husabergs

Have had my berg now for a few months 1999 FE501E. I am educating myself on all that is "BERG" wished I would have bought it back in 99. Maybe then I could get more info.
I know many new KTM and Berg parts are interchangeable I have also learned many of my new parts I am ordering have KTM packaging.

My question is... Are there KTM parts that interchange with older bergs either directly or with minor mods.

Can we get a section for this if in fact it is commonly done. I always see this with newer bikes but not with the early ones.
I guess this will happen when the new ones become the old ones now that the "Berg" line has supposedly ended. The cool factor has now been raised as bergs become more rare.

Just wanted to start a thread where this old knowledge can thrive.
There is an oldies section at KTMTalk that is invaluable to guys resurrecting old bikes.
At least a good thread on it here might be of some consequence!
Any wisdom is appreciated!

Here's my 501 with the newer FC470 2001 swingarm bolted up. I will verify wheel still fits after I put in the new bearings and seals the rear brake caliper slips right on. I can get the chain guide,sliders and brake cable clips all new pieces for this swingarm I can't get all of these for the original one.



The newer chain guide "left" is much better in design and function brand new from Taffys'


Here is a hub I have from a 89-early 90's ktm same axle size as my axle guessing these early ktm front wheels will fit with minor spacer work. Bottom axle is my berg axle I have a complete KTM front wheel somewhere. I will check this when I get my forks back from the suspension shop!

Kickstarter swap

Tried my 1988 KTM MX500 kickstarter on the berg today! It Fits!
KTM 565 series motors 350,440,500,540,550 all have this Kickstarter.
KTM pictured with the rubber boot (1983 YZ490) keeps mud out better than nothing.
Slightly shorter,same splines and diameter. Made of steel and a good alternative to the stocker.These don't get all the free play. These are also left side kickstart and fold in nicely.

Update

Have been refreshing my new to me 99 501 Berg. This is where I'm at now.


Fork brace rubber mounted holds Seal Savers tightly at the bottom.I used Marzocchi fork guards that look OEM had to heat gun to open the top to fit around the fork. The bottom piece of the Marzocchi guards the holder the top portion slides thru bolts right onto the brace. It was machined to accept these. The KTM 380 was what the brace was intended for just happens it used the same WP 50mm extreme forks.
Rear shock and forks rebuilt with new internal seals bushings and any other seals etc used in a typical rebuild.Coppersmiths of Akron, Ohio did all the work. Racetech Spring for my 200lb. Weight and a resevior kit with bladder and added a Pivot Works needle bearing kit under the spring to assist with binding and twist of the spring when compressing. Calipers and master cylinders rebuilt with all new components.
Have a clutch kit and Kickstarter sledge from Taffy yet to install and more new parts on the way.
A new OEM rear fender is on my wish list....Anyone?

Well only a little progress to add. I have added a Taffy clutch upgrade was surprised I needed to shim the clutch rod more than the supplied shim. The lever in the engine case went thru full range but was not opening outer clutch disc. Shimmed the inner basket to correct free play but there was no adjustment left on a brand new cable. I made a custom shim to take out the slack. I have had no luck finding new plastic.Guess it doesn't exist!
I have resorted to the quick fix instead of trying to sand and polish the plastic.
Vinyl car wrap! I have used it in the past and it holds up surprisingly well and colors are limitless. I am using yellow carbon fiber on radiator shrouds and side number plates as well as the Headlight plate. The gas tank is next but looking for something different. A lot cheaper than graphics for and FC model all I can find anyway.
Kick stand,chain guard,added and a new Dellorto carb. I considered an FCR but didn't want to try and match the air boots and throttle cable. Carb may need minor adjustments...came from Italy Dellorto jetted for the bike.
I still need to wire the headlight ,Tailight, turnsignals and aftermarket instrument cluster/ speedometer with hi beam,turn signal,indicators and temp.etc...and then I will be close to riding it.Also need to check valve clearance and timing!
Seat cover is also a used but to me better look than the original!

Haven't tried the kick starter yet!

I am going to try it on another plastic tank I have first to see. They make an air release vinyl film that allows air to escape to prevent bubbles when installing it. Maybe the fumes will pass thru? I will put up a pic of my test when it's ready!
You can also us an aircraft fuel tank sealer that coats the inside of the tank...essentially a liner that I have had success with on old 80's YZ's to keep the decals from peeling off. It should work for the vinyl car wraps too!

I have wrapped both radiator shrouds and side number plates with a yellow carbon fiber look vinyl wrap. I use primer 94 a 3m adhesion promoter on the edges about 1/2 inch wide ....and on the backs wrap 1/4 to 1/2 inch which I use the same primer followed by a hot glue gun to help hold down all edges..... It's not pretty but nobody sees the back. I am still deciding on the tank color and I plan on making a set of my own "Husaberg" or "Berg" graphics from vinyl and super glue them to the existing vinyl.

Vinyl wrap update

Well I'm going with this scheme for now. I can always change it .I have only done this side of the tank.

I'll do more soon.

update

I'm done with the vinyl wrap. I still need to make a custom "Husaberg" graphic for the radiator shroud.
Lights and starter and all things electrical are next!