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by cerealkiller
Mon Aug 20, 2018 6:40 am
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Flat Track race Aug 18th in Strathmore
Replies: 16
Views: 20019

Re: Flat Track race Aug 18th in Strathmore

Thanks! That was a fun event. I was second fastest in qualifying and got second in the heat, so grabbing the win in the main was pretty sweet. Not exactly the most populated class - but I'll take it. :smirk: I'll post a video and maybe write up some info later in case someone else is interested in t...
by cerealkiller
Thu Aug 16, 2018 2:33 pm
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Flat Track race Aug 18th in Strathmore
Replies: 16
Views: 20019

Re: Flat Track race Aug 18th in Strathmore

You're right -probably faster to unbolt the whole thing than remove my lever even. Any ideas how to cover my footpegs with rubber? I was thinking I might just slide a big piece of hose on them - or cut a hockey puck to fit inside. I don't actually understand why this is necessary since I don't have ...
by cerealkiller
Thu Aug 16, 2018 11:38 am
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Flat Track race Aug 18th in Strathmore
Replies: 16
Views: 20019

Flat Track race Aug 18th in Strathmore

There's a flat track race practically in my backyard this weekend. I figure I might give it a try. Has anyone on the forum done this before? Seems like the kind of discipline that might have some cross-pollination with offroad. There's a knobby tire class - sounds like the only changes I need to mak...
by cerealkiller
Mon Jul 30, 2018 9:45 am
Forum: RMDRA Races
Topic: DirtyMoose "the 13th" teaser
Replies: 14
Views: 46966

Re: DirtyMoose "the 13th" teaser

I'm looking forward to this. :thumbsup: Might be nice to have a break from the "extreme" scrambles and "extreme" cross countries and push some air through my radiators. :lol:
by cerealkiller
Wed Jul 25, 2018 1:07 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Do you lube your throttle tube?
Replies: 4
Views: 4951

Do you lube your throttle tube?

I was watching this video about servicing the throttle on the Racer X website: https://racerxonline.com/2018/07/25/factory-tech-tip-how-to-service-a-throttle-tube . The mechanic lubes the throttle tube with grease and oil. Just curious, is that common practice around these parts? I don't use any lub...
by cerealkiller
Tue Jun 12, 2018 7:52 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Fan Kit
Replies: 14
Views: 2237

Re: Fan Kit

Just my two cents: The comments above are correct. A rad cap is a band-aid whereas the fan is the cure. However, I'd consider how often the boiling occurs and whether it could be helped with jetting before spending the cash for a fan kit. If you boil on every trail ride, then yeah, you probably need...
by cerealkiller
Tue Jun 05, 2018 2:02 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Any cheap spark arrestor options?
Replies: 15
Views: 2434

Re: Any cheap spark arrestor options?

I don't think BC actually has specific requirements for spark arrestors. I tried finding any publications, legislation and regulations on the topic and didn't get far. After contacting the Ministry and Conservation office for details, the only response I got was: Thank you for your enquiry Jared, I ...
by cerealkiller
Mon Jun 04, 2018 8:23 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Fan Kit
Replies: 14
Views: 2237

Re: Fan Kit

Make sure your coolant is topped up all the way - it boils over faster if you're a little low. A higher pressure rad cap can help too and is a lot cheaper than a fan kit.
by cerealkiller
Thu May 24, 2018 1:13 pm
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Panorama Harescramble 2018
Replies: 5
Views: 5426

Re: Panorama Harescramble 2018

Thanks Dobi. That's reassuring about security. I checked google maps and saw the hotel just has outdoor gravel parking and started to worry. Boodle2: yes, you can sign up the sevening before or the morning of the race. The AMSA offroad website has details about the times registration is open - https...
by cerealkiller
Thu May 24, 2018 9:53 am
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Panorama Harescramble 2018
Replies: 5
Views: 5426

Panorama Harescramble 2018

I've never been to this race. What's it like? How long can I expect the loop to be? What's cutoff? How is the terrain? Also, any tips for securing your bike overnight while staying at a hotel? I'm driving there the day before, planning to stay at the "Pine Inn" Friday night. I have 50' of transport ...
by cerealkiller
Tue May 22, 2018 9:46 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: KTM Brake Pedal - 2016 KTM 350XCF
Replies: 13
Views: 12235

Re: KTM Brake Pedal - 2016 KTM 350XCF

No. I have a 16 KTM 350 too. The stocker still looks good at ~80hrs.

Maybe yours is bent out a bit? Or maybe my TMD skidplate helps redirect hits? Maybe try a brake snake?

How is yours breaking? E.g. where it bolts to the lever or does the tip snap elsewhere.
by cerealkiller
Thu May 17, 2018 10:41 am
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Porcupine Hills XC - 2018
Replies: 3
Views: 4967

Re: Porcupine Hills XC - 2018

Looks to be a pretty rainy day there today. We shall see how it dries up by Saturday. :thinking:
by cerealkiller
Wed May 16, 2018 7:14 am
Forum: Racing Offroad
Topic: Porcupine Hills XC - 2018
Replies: 3
Views: 4967

Porcupine Hills XC - 2018

Seems like this race snuck up on me! Just curious if anyone has ridden in the area this spring and can provide a trail condition report. With the heat we've been having, is it safe to assume Porkies is all dried out? Forecast looks pretty good as far as I'm concerned - but we will see how it plays o...
by cerealkiller
Tue May 15, 2018 11:21 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: 2019 KTM News
Replies: 4
Views: 581

Re: 2019 KTM News

interesting, interesting....

5- speed transmission for the 350 xcf.
Hour-meter is included and mounted to the triple clamps? Neat.
Not sure if I like the plastic color scheme yet. I'll need to see it with a rider. Seems like a mostly white bike that turns orange just at the front.
by cerealkiller
Mon May 14, 2018 2:49 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Any cheap spark arrestor options?
Replies: 15
Views: 2434

Re: Any cheap spark arrestor options?

I did! Lo and behold, there's a screen in there that looks suspiciously like a spark arrestor. I should have snapped a photo.