Nutnfancy Review: KTM 500 EXC

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8 жыл бұрын

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After three years in the making, here's the Nutnfancy review on one the world's best dual sport motorcycles. You will see riding video in many adventures and testing protocols on the impressive KTM 500 EXC, both in dirt and ultra hooligan Motard configuration. This review will also cover its little brother the KTM 350 EXC-F. POU, components, ergos, value, speed/power, efficiency, range, cargo capacity, mods, and several other fascinating discussions ensue. Instead of some lightweight 5 min review that leaves many questions answered, this free Nutnfancy review is feature length. The 500 EXC is hands down a 5 star bike, lightweight, sassy, fun, impeccable in the dirt, totally street legal, able to embarrass most other dirt bikes (especially KLRs), and a source of envy from your riding friends. This is top rec'd motorcycle for my adventure-minded friends in TNP.
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@metalhead491 8 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry Nutn, I can't finish this video.. my finances are at risk.

@calebnewton4347 8 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha

@cdub2453 8 жыл бұрын

Truuuu

@MadbencoFS 7 жыл бұрын

Jordan Dunn that's what happened to me. I've had bikes my whole life. Got on a kick on watching videos on KTM. Long story short, I bought a new 500 exc in 2014. ( 2015 model). And it's been the BEST bike ever.

@goodboyringo9716 6 жыл бұрын

I'd take the bike over finances.

@desertdweller8981 6 жыл бұрын

I did.......

@srvmotoman 8 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review! Always a pleasure to set aside 40+ minutes for one of your reviews!

@WarBeardMotoVlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing review Nutn! You have helped so much with the insight on the 500 and 690! I absolutely love both bikes. Your thorough review and details help so much in deciding wich bike is best suited for myself. Keep it up! Thank you!

@robertpowell5447 8 жыл бұрын

Love the vids for six years now, I have a 2005 525SX kick start that I converted to street moto in 2008 and was one of the first on the street at Daytona bike week, so much fun seeing peoples reaction back then

@Chopper731 8 жыл бұрын

Glad to see this. I've learned a lot about firearms and camping from TNP over the years but my biggest passion in life has always been motocross. Been riding/racing since I was a little kid so this is right in my wheelhouse. Hope y'all continue to have fun on the bikes and, most importantly, be safe!

@WeaponsEducation 8 жыл бұрын

The Scott Steering Dampener is a must on any dirt bike. It is suspension for your handle bars when you hit a large rock, etc.

@cadwarrior 8 жыл бұрын

just my 2 cents on the double take mirrors, i have them and love them, they stay in place, the trick is to dip the bottom ball into plasti dipp paint, so the rubberized ball stay in place with minimum strenght on the screws, and absorb a part of the vibration as well. Great review!

@zaney231 5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this video. I’ve watched it from start to finish a few times now! I just recently bought a used ktm 450 exc. I’m loving it

@Yortwash 6 жыл бұрын

Great review video, u kept me interested for the entire time lol....as I just got a 500exc, I'm glad I found your video. Thanks

@EverydayGear 8 жыл бұрын

You said you hate 5 minute reviews. I am the opposite. I hate watching long videos, but because you are so knowledgeable I watch your hour long reviews. Thanks for being awesome and keep up the good work!

@nerysalguero3956 7 жыл бұрын

I've been eyeing this bike for a very long time and I finally bit the bullet and decided that in two weeks imma get it. Watching this videos about the bike make me that much more excited about getting it

@albertptran 8 жыл бұрын

Never thought that Nutn would do another dirtbike/dual sport review. He proved me wrong. Awesome work, Nutn. I love offroad bikes

@Ellie_Reid 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I appreciate anything you do on motorbikes.

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

I used to ride a Honda XR650L. It was dependable, economical, and...well that's about it. Then I climbed aboard the KTM 350 EXC-F and KTM 500 EXC dual sports. Mind blown. The Honda seemed like an old fashioned tractor by comparison. I was laughing out loud at the exhilaration of these race-born but still street legal dirt bikes. They both possess some strange quirks (see vid) but on the whole they are probably the best lightweight enduro bikes in the world. I compare all comers to them!

@shingod700 7 жыл бұрын

How's effective is the scott damper on this? I want to put the exact same damper on the 2017 500exc. Does it make a difference when hitting big rocks offroad?

@nialljamesbuckley 6 жыл бұрын

so great! thanks for taking the time to make and post this

@georgesolomon5696 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and good info thank you... I recently picked up a 500 EXC-F and setting it up as a UL Adventure Bike..

@scavenger-wj8bu 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video, I'm debating on which cc was going with . I'm leaning toward the 500, I haven't road in a few years. I've road street(Kawasaki 750),and dirt (honda cr250)so I'm looking for a bike that dose both. So just not sure what size.what do u think

@bradl45 8 жыл бұрын

your Moab footage had dirt tires on the 500, how would the sumo setup work there? i have never seen sumo on slick rock. or hells revenge(where you were riding).

@2003rebel 8 жыл бұрын

Just bought my first new motorcycle (Ducati scrambler icon) Would love to see a EDC video on your motorcycle load out...both your riding gear and what you carry on your bike. Eventually I will be looking into a more of a dual sport bike for dirt driving

@CharliehuethePuff 8 жыл бұрын

hey nutn! love your videos dude, you are a legend! I really could use your help with choosing a vstrom. I am 6'6 235lbs. Which year/how much mileage for a used bike would you choose and for how much? I am a total newb and it seems the best choice for me. any help would be greatly appreciated!!!

@SanderExtremeW 8 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this for so long, awesome!

@chrisdale92 8 жыл бұрын

hey nutn! I'm thinking about getting a motorcycle for daily commute to work. I've put alot of thought into it, did my research on types of bikes for starters and the whole 9 yards. I've spent hours looking into things i should know before i start riding. but now i have NO idea what protective gear to get...i get the basics from helmets to elbow pads and everything..but there's so much out there i don't know what's junk and what's not. so i figured I'd ask a reliable source..and here i am! what brands and/or types of protective gear should i go with to keep me safe?...especially as a beginner.

@danoutdoors9411 8 жыл бұрын

sir off this subject can u please make a video of routing the sholder straps on external frame back pack im having problems cant find a single video on it.the one i got my hands on is a big rei wilderness pack.

@Koinonia_R 8 жыл бұрын

You have great timing with this video. I was actually out at the KTM dealer here looking at their bikes. None were converted to supermoto, but It's something I'm looking at as a second bike.

@Millirawk 7 жыл бұрын

Hey nutnfancy, got a question I'm an intermediate rider for dirt and street, I'm having a tough time deciding which one to get, I'm 5'10 and 160 what would you recommend?

@samster85 8 жыл бұрын

More videos like this please, just awesome Nutn!

@liquidktm 8 жыл бұрын

Love my 02 520 exc. its a hoss and runs great. very reliable. raced.trail ride. besides general maintenance its be rock solid. Local dealer has been trying to get me on a new 500 exc. The FI is nice I hear.

@cannonlove2 8 жыл бұрын

did the turn signal melt before or after the tuner usually I see those melt more when exhaust temps go up with leaning out

@toadamine 8 жыл бұрын

excellent stuff TNP! I'm a skeptic and it took me a bit to warm up to your positivity... but after much research I have found you are only positive about good stuff! excellent work sir!

@CPLBSS88 8 жыл бұрын

Swheet. Loved the review and now i'm off to have a fight with my wife. ;)

@kws0013 8 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

+GraymanTactics Good luck my friend. Tell her by riding, you'll come back happier and be a better husband.

@CPLBSS88 8 жыл бұрын

+nutnfancy HA is that what worked for you? I have to be careful because I already owe my wife a new pistol because I accidentally fell in love with last years mothers day present...

@jordanking7812 8 жыл бұрын

+nutnfancy I wouldn't mind owning one , but one thing that bothers the crap outta me is the mirrors . Are those removable ? Can I put on some end of the handlebar mirrors ?

@goodboyringo9716 5 жыл бұрын

Grayman Tactics....She will destroy you !

@famousmidnight 8 жыл бұрын

Love this bike, great choice Nutn! Hoping to get one of these one day

@jasonturley9555 6 жыл бұрын

Is that rear tire 4.25 or 5" width? Do you prefer one over the other? Looking to covert my 500.

@sambibby9188 8 жыл бұрын

whats your thoughts on the warp9 rims i have heard alot of them have problems, have you had any isssues?

@rtydingco 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Nutn, Great review !! Whats your opinion of the BMW 650GS ?

@DN4AGDX 6 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a replacement for my KX500. Im currently looking for a new adventure bike. I liked the KTM 690 but I'm hearing they have engine problems. I want something that has the power and weight of my old KX but with newer technology. Does the KTM500 have a large accessory option like crash guards, pannier racks desert tank. Great review.

@sahzookey 8 жыл бұрын

When it comes to protection, are there any significant things you should wear when riding dual sport terrain versus road? It looked like pretty much the same. I'm asking as I am at16:00 in the video if you happen to mention it later. If you had to chose one jacket for off and on-road what would it be (living on that A1C pay haha)?, I love Doodles and your motorcycle videos.

@gapster46 8 жыл бұрын

I have to wonder if you had the Stock muffler on the bike if that right rear turn signal would still melt? My bike riding days have been over for about 25 years due to a bad back, but I put a lot of miles on duel purpose bikes. Do they still call them Dual Purpose bikes anymore?

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

+gapster46 This is signal number 3, the stock one burned through two of them. The newest issue of Motorcyclist tested a Husky 701 and they burned their signal off too! -TD

@krazed0451 4 жыл бұрын

If you did it all again, would you consider a cush drive hub or is the increased wear not an issue?

@rckjeep 8 жыл бұрын

Question, is the road section at around 3:10 Calaveras Rd in the SF Bay Area? It looks familiar

@scottforti3194 Жыл бұрын

WHAT GEARING WERE YOU RUNNING? I HAVE A 2023 KTM 500 COMPLETLEY UNCORKED after market ecu open air box 17inch sumo tires with 14 45 and when I hit 85 the rpm’s are really high i can barley hit 100??

@albertptran 8 жыл бұрын

Nutn, what are the next 3 bikes that you'll be reviewing? I'm actually a motorcycle enthusiast more than gun fan at the moment and have been riding dual sport for 3 years

@albertptran 8 жыл бұрын

Nutnfancy responds to his fan's comments. Very cool guy indeed

@josephprucha9823 2 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2020 ktm 500 and I love it. Fun for anything you want to do. Your bike looks sweet!

@prerunnerwannabe 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Nutn, are there any updates on Killer? Did you find a new project?

@prototype3a 8 жыл бұрын

I saw someone who kept a yamaha 'mini bike?' in their trailer for personal transport around events. I think it was a yamaha ttr50e. I wanted to get something similar and I was curious if anyone had any thoughts or suggestions.

@Art_Fulsop 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Man your reviews are excellent thorough detailed exactly what we need Thanks Paul England

@karlbjerregaard 6 жыл бұрын

Where did you get those shorter mirrors? I just bought a KTM 500 EXC.

@billg1374 8 жыл бұрын

This video was a treat. Love and miss the dirt biking stuff. How about some more!

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

+billg1374 Haven't had much lately 'cause...y'know, winter and stuff. It's a hassle having to rinse it off in the freezing driveway to keep the salt out of everything. :/ More's coming though. Doodle

@themotofixery 8 жыл бұрын

love my 2014 ktm 500 xc-w! shifting is telepathic and loads of power! just a great machine!

@gunsnstuff1373 8 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your bike videos!

@ethanmartin1606 8 жыл бұрын

What would you recommend as a first bike? It will mostly be on the road but sometimes be used to go on dirt roads to go shoot.

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

All arounder? Ktm 690 enduro r. Watch that review, it's a stellar bike. -TD

@zappatx 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video! The exhaust issue is the one thing that is altering my consideration to another bike.. But I have a request!! As a Arai helmet fan that's all I'll ever use on the street but for enduro and off-road what helmet do you like best? Perhaps a video on your helmet thoughts, etc?? I don't know much at all about goggle use with helmets and was wondering if you use any of those??

@wildone2163 7 жыл бұрын

hey, does that radar detector woks well on bike? is it water proof?

@pdp888 8 жыл бұрын

Incredible, honest review bro! I'm just having trouble not buying a '16 at full-retail, lol.

@aermotors 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome review, great looking bike. I have an XR650L which I love, it's a pig, but I don't mind it. What tires are you running in the motard conversion? Watches the entire video but probably missed it when it was in the background.

@aermotors 8 жыл бұрын

Watched again and found it, Avon Distanzia!

@toddoconnor6752 8 жыл бұрын

Is commuting 65 miles one way to far to do on a bike, I have been looking at other options to have fun and go to work. Should I even be looking at a bike like this or 650.

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

+Todd OConnor This thing can totally do it, but you'll be doing a lot of maintenance to keep it healthy. It has a tiny oil reservoir owing to the racebike heritage, and pretty short intervals to keep it trucking. Fun-wise, it's great, but you have no real subframe to carry luggage or park your gear once you're at work. No ABS is kind of a dealbreaker for my commuter stuff, too. I know real manly men and super skilled super sports speed stars can brake reliably without it, but commuting bleary-eyed at 0500 hrs when it's cold and dark makes me glad for all the whiz-bang computer intervention I can get. If you're looking at off-road capable commuter stuff, a 690 enduro R can handle a touratech luggage set and a windshield, and it's pretty light for the power. ~70hp out of that single is good enough for it. My fave commuter bike though? My old man special! An FJR1300. Freakishly comfy, complete wind protection (I like saving my hearing and rocking out en-route, zero wind noise is awesome) and plenty of lockable space. And good power, braking, etc. My dream dirt/street commuter? 1190 Adventure. It's a tall horse to wrangle, but damn it all if it doesn't rock the power/comfort/accessibility balance. -Doodle

@Learn-more610 8 жыл бұрын

nice bike m8. what size tires you run with the warp 9?

@michaelmckay 7 жыл бұрын

+nutnfancy what chain guard is that to keep the chain off the tire?

@dramag27 8 жыл бұрын

what kit from Baja did you buy to fit the factory headlight?

@Millirawk 3 жыл бұрын

Well what's the 4 year update! How has the bike treated you maintenance wise?

@GriffinRampant1 8 жыл бұрын

Nutn, any chance of a basic GPS how to video or land nav?

@Ricqu 7 жыл бұрын

Nutn id like to see one too, especially from you!

@balzarini51 8 жыл бұрын

I'm not even bike shopping right now, but I'm still gonna watch the whole thing

@josemhs1213 8 жыл бұрын

Would you ever recommend a "scrambler" (mainly the triumph scrambled) as a more streetable offroad bike? I feel like it could get more distance with the larger tank than the ktm but im not sure

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

We'd have to try it, but at that point, it's all pretty much in the same category. 400-600 lbs, semi-street bike, they all have fairly similar capabilities no matter what the brochure says. Depends on the accessory setup you want, but our experiences with a pretty good spread of bikes (sadly not a huge amount of triumphs, we're not bike journos) the most dirt-capable for street/dirt biking have been KTM. While reliability may not be there yet, the suspension setup, design philosophy, power delivery, and build quality does it well. Either the 500, 690, or 1190 would pretty much take the pick for our most-recommended bikes. Like guns, though, it's kinda hard to go wrong! The specs aren't too disparate throughout the industry. I would say I'd love to try out a well-dirtied hyperstrada over the scramblers, but you could definitely tell it wasn't anything other than a sportbike. :( Doodle

@aermotors 8 жыл бұрын

Those Triumphs are HEAVY HEAVY HEAVY. KTM or Honda dual sport are far more capable on/off road.

@ericrandall5478 6 жыл бұрын

Best. Review. Ever.! Thinking of trading up for WR250R. Test ride next week.

@bradl45 8 жыл бұрын

KTM has had the single cam motor in the EXC line since 2008. Its very easy to remove valve cover, in 6th gear rotate rear wheel until at TDC. then check all 4 valve clearance. I check twice a year to set a base line, then when they start to move, overhaul them before the grenade.

@I77deer 7 жыл бұрын

Wonder how the Beta 500 RS compares against the KTM 500 EXC?

@mtube620 6 жыл бұрын

why not keep the dirt rims but change the tires to dual pupose or slicks? i think there are street tires for sell 21" and 19"

@300zxdriver 8 жыл бұрын

What ever happened to your 350z did I miss a update?

@jgrady7779 8 жыл бұрын

I would recommend a Rekluse Core EXP 3.0 to you if you plan on doing more to your bike. It comes in handy during those really tight woods sections or technical hills where perfect clutch control is necessary. As a side note, make sure you are keeping up on maintaining your wheels. I had a set of Warp 9 wheels on my old 450 and the spokes would come loose all the time. I ended up completely destroying them. Get yourself a Tusk spoke torque wrench from Rocky Mountain ATV/MC and check spoke torque after every ride.

@Lukens-mw9kw 8 жыл бұрын

picking up a 1190 this week, yay or nay?

@jfmkiiivr6 8 жыл бұрын

@nutnfancy This has been the best bike I've own to date. Absolute Monster! Current mileage is 6890 with 198 hrs. I also had no need for a valve adjustment.

@spencerelliott981 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Nutn, when are you going to review Cessna vs. Cirrus vs. American Champion vs. Pilatus, etc.?

@fliatas 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, man! Thank You for review! Have one 530EXC 2010 - its a BEAST! PS I dont know why, but your bike with SM wheels looks great! maybe because of colors and wheels...

@Rangerglx 8 жыл бұрын

Do they make that light for a 690 Enduro?

@146Griffon 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Nutnfancy do you still have the 500? I love your bike vids, any chance on an update video on the 500 or 690? I have an older 400 EXC I love it!!

@nutnfancy 7 жыл бұрын

Yep, I totally have both the 500 and 690. I run the 690 frequently. I contemplate selling the 500 but not sure; not running it enuf these days. I might do a short update video for ya'. Thanks dude. -nutnfancy

@146Griffon 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome that would be cool!!!

@alecjohnson5916 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome review as always! I didn't hear you mention anything about the stock emissions crap that comes on the bike, I assume you probably desmogged it right away? I'm also curious if you tried the European or 500 xc-w fuel map on the stock ECU before going with the JD tuner

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

Pulled it pretty quick. Did the euro tune for a while and it worked pretty well, the custom mapping was to make sure it was compensating for the altitude up here. That emissions stuff doesn't seem like it's too permanent. -TD

@alecjohnson5916 8 жыл бұрын

+nutnfancy Right on, thanks for the update Doodle. I'd love to see you guys get out and do some more dirt biking vids!

@SabyreZero 8 жыл бұрын

So stinkin' weird Nutn. I own a 350z, a KTM 450EXC, was in the Air Force and love guns.... I guess great minds think alike! I too am a huge lover of KTM and a big fan of your channel. Keep doing what you're doing!

@tonyclifton474 7 жыл бұрын

what year model is bike in this video nut'n?

@10babiscar 6 жыл бұрын

Pros and cons vs the 701 (enduro or sm)?

@johnpaulstez 8 жыл бұрын

Haha! that threw me way off, I thought it was a post from the Dirt Bike Channel. I'm not used to cross-contamination with my weird-assed interests.

@albertptran 8 жыл бұрын

Dirt Bike Channel and Nutn should hang out. I would love to see who can ride what and shoot what

@johnpaulstez 8 жыл бұрын

+Albert Tran no doubt

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

+Albert Tran I would get dominated by those guys...I'm pretty conservative these days. 2013 was pretty wild though. -nutn

@Pocahonkers 8 жыл бұрын

Would you consider buying one of the new Honda Africa Twins instead of a KTM? And did you hear about the "new" Montesa 4RIDE? It's an..."enduro" (more a trail bike with a saddle and a larger fuel tank) and weighs just 187lbs, it's pretty expensive for what it is though.

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

I was just looking at getting one, and I just couldn't get into it. It may be nice, but it's still 534 lbs wet, before throwing all the trail equipment on. 95hp is fine in the dirt, but when I'm driving 4-8 hours on interstate to get to the trail, I'll take every ounce of power I can get. Add in the 1190's variable suspension and supermoto feel and there was no comparison for me. I just don't see the africa twin having a whole ton of staying power, the DCT is cool, but it doesn't really advance the field at all. It's not super light, it's not super powerful, and the suspension-however great in the dirt- doesn't rewrite the book. Everyone I talk to tells me I'm wrong, but it seems like anything else honda puts in their bike catalog... reliable, but not stirring. Capable, but not excellent. From looking at the specs, I'm guessing it's going to be a lot closer in feel to a V-strom 1000 than much else, just with better suspenders. NF has higher hopes for it, but when I decided to pitch my Strom I just couldn't get excited for it. The only problem with the KTM is it uh...may strand you sometime, somewhere, for totally arbitrary reasons. I've been trying to get an africa for testing, but not many are even in the country yet, so who knows. If you see it, it would be cool to be totally proven wrong, but if I'm paying out the ass for a bike loan, I wanna be excited when I look outside... lean-angle sensitive TC, switchable power modes, and instant dirt mode for the shocks do it more for me. Nutn tells me I'm too harsh on it, though. So there's that. :/ -Doodle

@Pocahonkers 8 жыл бұрын

nutnfancy Thanks for the very comprehensive response Doodle, I really appreciate it! :) I get where you're coming from, the Africa Twin is definitely a pretty beefy machine but compared to my 800cc F650GS (good job with the naming btw BMW) I can tell you the Africa Twin really knows how to hide its weight, it felt lighter than the BMW and the gearbox was incredibly smooth, although I missed the "first gear clunk" my BMW always gave me. I can't speak for the DCT model though. I can imagine the DCT to be something relaxing, but I hate automatic transmissions in cars aswell so why would I enjoy it on a motorcycle. If you get the chance you really have to try it out, it might not look that spectacular on the paper but it's actually a surprisingly capable machine! Maybe you have to trade these electronical luxuries for reliability ;)

@kurtis3670 8 жыл бұрын

Takes that long to get somewhere nice to ride in Utah? What?

@tylerrainville2533 8 жыл бұрын

I would love to have one of these, but the price just isn't great for me. Looks like im getting a drz400sm.

@r1deftone 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Nutn, you ever try the KTM 2 smokers?

@jdmilanoeg 8 жыл бұрын

We actually just took in a 2014 with only 233 miles on it on trade at work. Guy bought a GSX-S750. We sold the KTM a few days later for $8200.

@kennethalbert4653 4 жыл бұрын

2:05 Anyone else remember that Moab smooth hill video? I think it was an older Bronco, white, that lost its brakes on the way down.

@EricMoto 7 жыл бұрын

what's with the bungee cord on the kickstand at 30:22?

@Holgrinator 4 жыл бұрын

It's there from the factory. Just a retainer to keep it from coming down in hard landings when g forces might bring ot into the down position.

@kennethalbert4653 4 жыл бұрын

Why do so many say the 350 is better for the dirt as it is "lighter" even tho they weigh the same (or very close) ?

@johnmitchell1074 8 жыл бұрын

Are you running waterless coolant?

@u1t1matr1x8 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Nutn I love your vids. I am just getting interested into Motorcycles and my mom and dad have rode motorcycles off and on all there life and I want to follow in there footsteps. I was wondering what do you suggest for a beginner motorcycle. I am a smaller framed guy (5'6" 120-130 lbs and am weak) I wanted a lightweight bike that could be used on highways and as a daily commuter. ( I don't know what minimum cc for highway us in Minnesota) I cannot afford a new motorcycle so the price point would be less than $3500 and is used. I do not have a Motorcycle license yet but I would like to get one and start saving up for a bike. Also with the information provided what would you suggest for a Dual Purpose Motorcycle for a beginner. Thanks Nutn and Tactical Doodle for all the great videos proud to be a Triple Owl.

@CHEVYK10 8 жыл бұрын

ride a dirt bike off-road for a couple years b4 tackling the street..

@u1t1matr1x8 8 жыл бұрын

Springfieldm14 308winchester I would consider that but that's not an option for me to go purely off-road for a few years but I will practice more off-road when I get a bike so thanks for the suggestion.

@TehWatchman 8 жыл бұрын

I'm looking hard at upgrading my DRZ400SM to the Husky 701SM

@thomasborst6832 8 жыл бұрын

When ya gonna do a 1190 review?

@Zimbo1212 8 жыл бұрын

You made me catch the motorcycle bug... Still love guns but bikes are now my main hobby.

@IRQ1Conflict 7 жыл бұрын

How many hours before you have to rebuild the motor?

@glenndavis2762 5 жыл бұрын

thousands

@calvinfarrow3819 8 жыл бұрын

nutn, I always wondered what kind of computer you have, because you upload 45m videos on a regular basis, and even my very high end computer would get destroyed trying to render videos like that...

@Nyk14 8 жыл бұрын

Renthal Fat Bars should come stock with all of them. Since 2004 Ktm really up'd their game with grips handlebars, even exhaust and of course brembo brakes & the amazing hydraulic clutch.

@nutnfancy 8 жыл бұрын

+Nyk14 Their spec off the lot is pretty good- it'd better be, for the price! It depends on what you're into, really. In a way, I could see myself going up to slightly thicker and wider bars on it, even flatter, and being pretty happy. The skinny grips have grown on me, though. I just wish I could get a dished out saddle for it. I love the little hyperstrada's launch pad, it put you in a pretty aggressive position for street riding, but I'd have to do a lot of foam cutting and experimentation to get it up and running. -TD

@Nyk14 8 жыл бұрын

Right? I used to race motocross and my stock 125cc two stroke was like 5k. That's why I went with it because it came stock with renthal fat bars,grips, chain, v-force reed valve, excel rims, brembos and I think a Twin Air filer. The only thing that didn't carry over to your bikes and the one I had is the linkage rear suspension but as your pops put it he doesn't race so it might not make such a huge difference to him as it did for me in whoop sections.