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    Kick Starter shaft popping out when fitting clutch cover

    Hi All, After 3 attempts of fitting the clutch cover (after changing the water pump seal), the ruddy kick starter shaft keeps popping out, meaning that I have to remove clutch and align the whole sodding thing again. I've searched the forum for a way to stop this happening, to no avail. I'm...
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    fitting a kokusan ignition on a 02, fx470

    Are there any step by step instructions on fitting a kokusan ignition on an 02 fx470? I understand there are some pics on the gallery, but I can not find them? Thanks for the guidence :?: Also, I am in need of the wireing...
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    please help! need fitting manual for the safari tank

    hmm.. i need to install my Safari front tank for the 2009 450 Husa, but i cant find the PDF instructions.. I want to make sure i get it right.. anyone has it for me? thnx > jw [at] offringaweb.nl
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    2011 570 Fuel Line quick connect fitting

    Hi guys, The fuel line quick connect fitting on my Berg, has the release button/lever facing inwards. This makes it very difficult for me to get at. Especially with the Cam adjuster in the way. Maybe I am just being ham fisted, but I really need two hands two clip it back together, and there is...
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    Trailtech X2 headlight - still no love fitting it!!

    Sorry guys, i could not figure out how to edit the thread title in my earlier thread on this subject, or i would have kept that one going. So i have a KTM fender brace all fitted, so i offer up the X2 and see you need to move stuff out of the way. I read and re-read the insturctions on where...
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    Trailtech X2 headlight fitting - fender brace??

    Guys, took the "HID is the way" to go advice and got a Trailtech X2. Coupla questions for those int he know:- My stock 09 570 ha what looks like a combination fender brace and mounts for the indicators (weren't fitted when i picked her up new). It does not look like the headlight shroud will...
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    Fitting for wheels on 97' FE400 Compatibility?

    Hi Guys, So I'm looking to buy a wheel set to fit my 97 FE400. I have a set of road tires on it now but would like to have another set with mounted dirt tires so i can easily swap them out when going from road to dirt. The rear is an 18. ANyone know a compatible rim out there that i can buy...
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    Fitting an FP system from a 501/550 to a 650?

    As the heading says... Would it be possible ti fit an FP system (headers and silencer) from a 2002 550 to a 2004 650? I was told that all the fittings to the frame is a complete match but that the cylinder height is different, which may cause some difficulties with the headers. I have some...
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    Problem fitting the clutch cover

    I replaced the water pump seal on my FE550 -08, but when I should put the clutch cover back on I ran into problem. It seems that the kick-shaft has moved out of postion, it's possible to get the cover back on with some force, but then the kick wont work. It's totally stuck, but if I losen the...
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    Radiator hose Inline fitting for fan temp switch

    I found some links by LeFrog I believe. Anyone done this with sucsess? Part numbers for the switch as it is a 1/8" NPT thread? This looks like the cleanest fix if you don't have a threaded radiator plug,( pre 06?). http://www.egauges.com/vdo_acce.asp?Subgroup=Hose_Adaptors...
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    spoke sets fitting excel rims?

    Hi, As far as I am concerned Excel uses little different spoke holes on their rims.Many stores and dealers recommend using only OEM or Excel spoke sets(actually nipples) on excel rims.But I want to use a SS spoke set on my wheel rebuild.Does anyone know if Moose spoke set (for KTM) fits excel...
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    Fitting 2010 low fuel light to 09 FE570??????????????????

    Does anyone know if it is possible or feasable to fit the low fue level light that is standard on the 2010 FE range to the 2009 FE 570? I find it hard to judge the fuel level due to the shape of the tank. I am hoping it is a very simple, fit to the fuel pump plate or something easy mod...
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    Engine fitting

    Hello, I found this and don't know what it should be attached to, circled in red. When I first went to start the bike there was a little bit of fuel spitting out of it with every kick, but I believe that stopped after a couple kicks. Bike starts and runs fine, haven't tried riding it yet...
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    Loose fitting countershaft sprocket

    I have an 2008 FE 450 that has 15 hours on it and has developed a leak at the countershaft. From reading the forum the cause seams to be the o-ring behind the spacer. My question is how tight a fit should the sprocket be on the countershaft? Mine is real loose to the point of wobbling a bit, is...
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    Fitting scotts damper

    I just got a Scotts damper for my 03 fe400 and am having trouble. I wonder if anyone has encountered this problem and can offer advice. Check the picture to see what I mean. The link arm on the underside of the damper is hitting the steering stem nut before the damper sits low enough to bolt...
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    fitting an oil magnet to a 2002 engine

    I want to place an oil magnet in my '02 engine since it does not have one like the '03. Is the oil drain plug a possible position? If not: What ís the best position?
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    Universal fitting

    Hi im getting some Marchesini supermoto wheels for my 09 fe450 but they only have a fitting chart for the KTMs. I was just wondering if anyone can tell me what year KTM has the same fitting as the 09 Husaberg. So i know which one to order. thnx
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    Jetting/settings after fitting 'silencer'

    Hi all, ive just fitted a rino exhaust 'silencer' to my 53 plate FS 650 and i have a keihin fcr carb. Im just wondering whether im going to need to change anything settings/jet wise ? I have just removed the carb for cleaning etc and just to check everything is ok internally so any major changes...
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    Cam timing after fitting taffy valve spring kit

    Hi all after putting the head back to gather with the Taffy spring kit ( awesome kit by the way )and then timing the cam as per the 05 manual , line up the 3 dots on the primary pinion and the idler shaft gear then making sure the dots on the cam wheel are aliened with the edge of the head cam...
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    What jetting after fitting 501 headers to 400

    Anyone (Taffy ?) know what jetting changes are likely to be needed after fitting 501 headers to a 400. I did it today but could not really detect any real power difference except that it felt a bit smoother. Carb is Keihin FCR MX 39mm and muffler is a Big Gunn, the rest is pretty standard...