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For those running the Baja Designs Squadron LED on 2012 + fuel injected KTM's, did you do anything to the stator or float the ground to run the light? I am getting conflicting info from what BD website stator guide says and what other have told me and want to know what you all are doing. I'd be putting on a 2013 500 EXC. Thanks.. http://www.bajadesigns.com/ProductDetail?ItemNumber=497051

Ouch. Heal well and fast Darren.

Well, I'm no expert but I can tell you that's the setup I have but with the jumper for the Yaesu FT-270 as that's the radio I have. Either way, get setup so we can talk!!

When are we going?

I liked C before I read the other replies. So I hope that one was your choice.

SDAR Members, They say it's all about networking, so I'm using this network (for a non-moto use), I hope you don't mind. I am looking to make a career transition after just finishing a Master's at USD School of Business and am putting this out there. I am specifically targeting opportunities in the following areas: -Anything in the Motorsports/Racing/Off-road industry -Residential Construction/Renovation -Residential Real Estate and Development -Or anything else interesting One sentence about me, undergrad in Engineering, Master's in Business, 11 years leadership/management experience as a Naval Officer (Active and Reserve), several years experience in the General Contracting/Construction industry. If you or anyone you know might be interested in discussing opportunities please PM me. Obviously, full resume and references available. Thanks for reading!! Now back to moto stuff!!

Reaching out for some 300 2T expertise. I have a comprise between the cooling system and the engine on my 08 300 XCW. The cooling system is getting pressurized by what has to be exhaust gas. I'm running Evans waterless coolant, so it isn't boiling and pressurizing that way. I'm pushing a 1/4 to 1/2 cup of coolant into the overflow recovery tank every ride and seems to be getting worse. I have a KTM cooling fan kit installed as well and the bikes overflowing even without the fan coming on (yes the fan is operational and functioning properly) i.e. bikes overflowing without being hot (yes coolant is filled to proper level just above the fins, and is then below the fins after every ride) Also, last ride was told by guy behind me that he could smell some coolant in my exhaust, but only at start up. Some history... Took it to C&D back in Nov for this same problem and they found a striped bolt on the cylinder top which they surmised was letting exhaust gas leak by into cooling system. They fixed it at the time, so it could have happened again (need to check the bolts). Also I was leaking coolant at the exhaust flange where the cooling channels route thru, I replaced the 4 O-rings in that and it seems to have stopped. The bike has gotten pretty hot twice, at Tecate Enduro and one other time when the same plastic connector failed as at the enduro but I had to get back to the truck. It's possible I have fried some O-rings etc. My question not being terrible familiar with the internal workings and passages... where are all the places this compromise could be happening? I want to replace all the seals/O-rings in the spots that this leak by could be happening. From looking at parts diagrams I think the two below O-rings on the top of the cylinder is one place.... where else? Cylinder, Cylinder Head diagram 21. O-Ring 78,00X2,00 Vit. Black 0770078020 22. O-Ring 105,00X2,00 07 0770105020

Nice vid!!

Dibs on the XF2.

Update...All bolts of the cylinder head cover and nuts of the cylinder base were torqued to spec. I have removed the cylinder head cover, the two O-rings were pretty hard and stiff. The base gasket appears to be intact. Here's a few pics: Top of the cylinder where you can see dots of coolant inside of where the inner o-ring sits. Looking down the cylinder after I removed it, as you can see lots of dots of coolant on the sides of the cylinder. I had just washed the bike and run it up and down the street. The coolant system had been pressurized enough from the combustion chamber to push coolant to the overflow tank in that short time. Then, once shut off that pressure seems to push the coolant into the combustion chamber. This is consistent with buddies smelling coolant in my exhaust at start up when on the trail. Piston and cylinder look pretty good with 50 hrs on them. I will be replacing the O-rings on top of the cylinder, the piston rings since I'm in there and the base gasket. I also redid the exhaust flange O-rings and sealing for those coolant passages as well. Hopefully this will solve my issues! Of note... the base gasket that came off currently measures .65 mm. My two options for replacement are a .5 mm and a .75 mm. So the one I took off, is it a .5mm swelling from moisture to .65 or a .75 squished to .65?

Awesome. The 2015 ride just finished day 4.

Hey I know this guy!

The Israel bandage is standard issue for all military members in a combat zone. I carried several with me in AFG this past year. They are the do everything bandage that can apply pressure at the same time. Even brought several home with me along with a tourniquet system that I procured an extra one of. I carry them and several quick clot packages (from Amazon) with me for all rides. You can get the gauze that is permeated with it, which works better for the novice user than the powder. I'm not concerned with the minor cuts and bruises, I'm worried about the major injuries that if not properly treated right can be the difference between life and death.

Wow, he's in a pickle of a situation.

Done.

Chad... Thanks for the thought. The problem has been same between regular coolant and the waterless Evans. I too have experienced the overfill and then overflow etc. I am now always sure to fill just above the fins and not higher. I prefer to have the recovery tank as it catches what comes out in case you need it out on a ride. This was the only thing that abled me to limp out of the Tecate Enduro (as there was no pushing it out and towing would have been near impossible, only way out was to ride the terrain) . I had just enough coolant in the recovery tank (plus the water left in my camelback) to put back in the system for at least little cooling effect after I zip tied the system back together that is. I'll be doing what all have suggested and report back on findings.

Thanks guys. Since I am impatient with these kinds of things I just ordered all 4 base gaskets and will match it to what's installed when I get it apart. It was only an extra $12. O-rings, top end gasket kit (incase anything doesn't come apart well) and new piston rings on the way.

Thanks for the responses. Yes, bolt repaired with Helicoil. Parts sheet/diagram has 4 different base gaskets listed. Any idea which one I should order? Why are there different ones? Looks like different thicknesses.... http://oemparts.chaparral-racing.com/oemparts/a/ktm/524b8ceff8700231ac498b93/cylinder-cylinder-head Gasket Cylinder Base 0,2Mm 03 5483003000 Gasket Cylinder Base 0,4Mm 03 54830030004 Gasket Cylinder Base 0,5Mm 03 54830030005 Gasket Cylinder Base 0,75Mm 03 54830030075

My second fat tire will finally be arriving tomorrow after almost 2 month wait. Now I have to decide whether to install the Tubliss that's been sitting around or get a mousse. The tubliss is already paid for and here so...

Anyone have any experience with the Squadron Sport at 1800 Lumens vs. the Pro at 4300 lumens? I also am seeing BD now has a XL Sport (not just the PRO for KTMs) at 1800 lumens with the 44 and 9 degree spreads. Anyone tried this light yet? I like the idea of the 44 and 9 degree spread of the XL.

Very nice... glad it worked out!! Now where are we riding it this coming weekend?

Just returned from out of town... no could do today, or Tuesday. But let me know if there is anything leftover you need help with. Look forward to having you just down the street. Where abouts in particular?

I have a pneumatic stapler you are welcome too. Of note, I have had 3 low seat concepts seats and they are well worth the money. I tried shaving a seat and the problem is if u go too low you have insufficient cushioning. The seat concepts seat uses a much denser foam that holds up better even though thin. You road my husky, remember how cushy that seat was??!! Seat concepts low!!!

Oh I already know who it is, just thought you got one too!! Thought u two were bike twins for a second.

Is the 300 smoker gone? Or is this just an addition?