[GregMember]

I said to Scott and Mal at Sutto’s this arvo do an Old Bull price and get them on the site

They are near $30 bucks cheaper then Ballards

Anyone going on the Sofala ride can purchase theirs and I will pick it up and bring it home or to the start for you

TB

[GregMember]

That is a nice setup Dan for sure, those Andy Strapz bags are great mate but aren’t water proof

The KLR is very cheap and will do the job they have a loyal following that they deserve. I looked but decided I wanted something with a little more zing no offence to anyone please. Something I could wheel with a bit more pace when on my own, a little more suspension travel etc I know with NX at time I feel I wiould like something a little more capable if youknow what I mean. Although may not be has comfortable as the KLR, V Strom and BMW.

That said I would buy a KTM 640 Adventure if they still made them, maybe a low mileage 2007 would sway me :huh:

Good looking specs

KTM’s profilation of this bike
Wherever in the world strange continents, lonely desert expanses or wild jungle trails are explored – the KTM 640 Adventure is the ultimate, single-cylinder travel motorcycle. Directly descended from successful rally racing bikes, it is characterized by its low weight, agile chassis with long suspension travel and a robust LC4 engine

General information
Model: KTM 640 Adventure
Year: 2007
Category: Enduro / offroad
Rating: 77.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Safety: See our safety campaign with the high safety rated bikes in this category.
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 625.00 ccm (38.14 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Power: 53.64 HP (39.2 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque: 55.00 Nm (5.6 kgf-m or 40.6 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression: 11.7:1
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 78.0 mm (4.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor. Mikuni BST 40
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHC
Ignition: Kokusan digital DC-CDI
Starter: Electric & kick
Lubrication system: Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type
final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Physical measures
Dry weight: 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds)
Seat height: 945 mm (37.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance: 315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,510 mm (59.4 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Chromium-molybdenum, powder-coated
Rake (fork angle): 27.5°
Trail: 124 mm (4.9 inches)
Front suspension: WP USD, 48 mm
Front suspension travel: 115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear suspension: WP monoshock
Rear suspension travel: 185 mm (7.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 90/90-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 140/80-18
Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Exhaust system: Premium steel HGS 4
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: 0.3395 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 25.50 litres (6.74 gallons)

Closest I feel to this is the Tenere ??

TB

[GregMember]

Boony wrote:

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bring on the x-mas party

Boony

Yeah what weekends are you busy Boony so we can put it on then

TB

[GregMember]

Gees us thats cheaper then the Ballards ones by a good amount well done guys

Mal you have a great head for radio mate

TB

[GregMember]

Found this on ADV

TB

[GregMember]

singletrackmind wrote:

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Isn’t it the case that if you cahnge your chain regulary enough you should not have to change your sprockets?

STM

Thats sort of correct but with a strong tough steel sprocket like a chain gang the chain stretching creates most wear.

I am on my 2nd chain on my chain gang sprocket with over 4000kms on the sprocket, 4 front sprockets in that time.

With cheaper sprockets and chains always replace as a set

Always run the biggest front sprocket you can and change the rear size to get your gearing the way you want it. The fronts last longer when larger, chain runs cooler and lasts longer

TB

[GregMember]

Just a thought Dan, I know you will normally get two chains to a rear chain gang sprocket and about 5 fronts :laugh: if you change it before the back chain gets past that point and starts hooking the back sprocket

TB

[GregMember]

Hatto wrote:

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Hatto wrote:

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c-e-l wrote:

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I am just amazed each day at the quality of what you guys put together and all for the fun of the sport… I hope I can live up to the standards you guys set..

totally tubular dude!! :silly:

Nah, It’s just that Tb ‘s a control freak :laugh: :laugh:

Seriously though, Tb and the others have done a huge amount of work for this ride.
I have been counting down the days for about 2 months now, can’t wait

Hatto

I would like to thanks Mal5.1 for his helping me with this ride and some of the trails. I would also like to thanks Mick as he helps me with a lot of the sponsor stuff like writing proposals etc especially with Whipps and Mud n Tar cheers guys

There is a long list of thank yous that I will address later

If I wasnt a control freak it may not happen :laugh:

TB

[GregMember]

After a chat in Mick’s shed this arvo over 3 bundy long necks :ohmy: we have made up the list of the prizes and what awards go where. There will be only one prize given to a non attendee of the ride

We also have prizes from our latest sponsor Whipps Alloy Products

Whipps have given us a 2 metre folding load ramp and a seal saver

Cheers Whipps

Watch for a Whipps intro on the home page shortly

TB

[GregMember]

singletrackmind wrote:

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New group buy, New group buy, New group buy!!!!!

Its up to you STM start a bulk buy like AB did last time

TB

[GregMember]

Good news Chicken, they are without doubt the best sprockets around

TB

[GregMember]

Boony wrote:

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mate I had DanD on a very cranky WR 50 on a mission along with 15 other rampaging bulls wanting to fill me in, so I have no sympathy for ya nipples, just advice,,,,Stay in front….

Tell me Boony did you have trouble on your yellow tragic staying in front of Dan’s WR 50 as you put it :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

TB

[GregMember]

ECKS-Man wrote:

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Trailboss wrote:

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Reckon the Ballard one is different a bit and better looking. The droopy look of a B&B would suit ECKS and a DR :laugh: :laugh:

All the B&B stuff is over price IMO

TB

Actually I reckon that droopy donger of a thing would fit right in with the XR 650 lines… with a chequered flag jersey maybe??

Cheeky bugger!

There is no prize for 2nd ECKS :laugh: :laugh:

TB

[GregMember]

Hell yeah knock yourself out story away

TB

[GregMember]

Reckon the Ballard one is different a bit and better looking. The droopy look of a B&B would suit ECKS and a DR :laugh: :laugh:

All the B&B stuff is over price IMO

TB

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