Hello TNTMo,
The KTM 500 EXC-F is a solid machine. If I could change one thing, it would be Linkage Suspension instead of the PDS. The front suspension is solid and the PDS is very good, and you'll usually not notice the difference until it compresses just right and it kicks. The instances are far and few between, so dialed-in rebound, compression, and sag settings are a must. It obviously doesn't hit on the low-end like an MX bike, but some mods would remedy that. Other than that, its an MX bike with a plate. Braaaap!
Miggy