robertaccio 412 Posted May 25, 2011 http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/2012-SNEAK-PEAK-SPY-PHOTOS-OF-THE-ALLNEW-FUELINJEC-7872.aspx all new stuff coming for the 2012 lines Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racerbill 0 Posted May 25, 2011 WOW !!!!! Thats sexy enough to make me rethink the 300....... NOT. That does look like some major progression in 4 stroke development. Problem for me is all those spinning parts are still there(cams and valves are the DEVILS work). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted May 25, 2011 WOW !!!!! Thats sexy enough to make me rethink the 300....... NOT. That does look like some major progression in 4 stroke development. Problem for me is all those spinning parts are still there(cams and valves are the DEVILS work). the 4 stroke development is prgressing a little too fast. throw your bates 5000 away, its a piece of sh$t. makes me feel like this guy. haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racerbill 0 Posted May 26, 2011 Got a new seat for my Bates 300, it's like a new bike to me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted May 26, 2011 Got a new seat for my Bates 300, it's like a new bike to me i think i will ride the millenium model bates 380 this weekend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted July 1, 2011 check this link out. they are saying 350EXC street legal is coming. That will be THE BOMB street legal trail bike. Too bad we can't get that with the XC suspension and cylinder head. Someone BUY THIS BIKE!!! http://www.enduro360.com/2011/06/27/featured/2012-ktm-350exc-xc-w/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted July 1, 2011 When the new 350's,450's and 500 get here would someone please buy one of each and let me borrow each for a month so I can figure out which one fits me the best? I'm ready to replace my much loved 06 525 but have no clue what to buy. Maybe it was easier in the old days when all you had to decide was red, green, blue or yellow. Covered in Confusion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dsfox 0 Posted July 1, 2011 Well that is ONE SEXY BIKE!!!..........I HAVE been getting kind of ansy lately, haven't bought a bike in over a year!..(personal record for me)....no car payment now, job looks good....hmmmmmm...I do HATE to buy anything that is the first model year though....I like to wait a couple and let them work out any kinks they find.....gonna have to go search for specs not.....though the 450 suits me just fine....you never know, I just could go do something crazy one of these days... one of the ONLY good things about being single....I don't have to get permission from anyone!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted July 1, 2011 Ha...Fun Summer Thread! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted July 1, 2011 350 or 500...that IS the question... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted July 1, 2011 The weight difference seems insignificant, so why give up the TORQUE. Race chassis + Street motor = . Unfortunately, still waiting for that one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted July 1, 2011 The weight difference seems insignificant, so why give up the TORQUE. Race chassis + Street motor = . Unfortunately, still waiting for that one. If the weight is the same, the 500 is where it's at Then the accessorizing will begin... Steering Damper Bar Risers Skid Plate Tail Rack Desert Tank Power Commander Seat Concepts Seat HDB Brush Guards RAM GPS Mount RAM SPOT Mount What am I missing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted July 1, 2011 "what am I missing?" A second loan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted July 1, 2011 Just left NCY. Jim told me that the price difference between the 350 and 500 is only $200.00 so go with the 500. I guess I just need to wait for them to come in. They also have a sweet 990 Dakar that I'm going to take on an extended test ride tomorrow. Chris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbw 0 Posted July 1, 2011 Cause if you are on anything smaller than a fire road you will be faster on the 350. And will be less tired doing it. Also more willing and able to do the hard trails. And have a more flickable/controllable bike. But that is just my opinion. It is sometimes fun too have lots of power, just not very practical. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joliet 0 Posted July 1, 2011 The weight difference seems insignificant, so why give up the TORQUE.[/size][/font] Race chassis + Street motor = . Unfortunately, still waiting for that one. I imaging the 350 has less rotating/reciprocating mass, so it will probably "feel" lighter, and it probably gets way better MPG. Riding Big Bear I would like to have the 350, Desert riding 500. Ken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted July 1, 2011 "Extended test ride" What like,,,3 years? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted July 1, 2011 If you really want to ride fast/hard (race or hardcore trail riding) its easier to have a lighter bike with less displacement and ride it hard. Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted July 1, 2011 Jim from NCY just got back from the KTM dealer show and he said that contrary to what the internet says there will not be a 450 for 2012. 350 and 500 only for the bigger bikes. Also no 800 V twin in the near future either. Chris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted July 1, 2011 It is sometimes fun too have lots of power It's ALWAYS fun to have LOTS of power...but that's just me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted July 1, 2011 It is sometimes fun too have lots of power It's ALWAYS fun to have LOTS of power...but that's just me it reminds me of the day someone showed up to ride with us at jacumba. the guy had a 500cc bike with trials tires. the first somewhat technical trail came and he didn't want to continue on. He turned around, packed it up and went home. I'm not saying that is something Strega would do but you see the point. Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted July 2, 2011 I see your point I like the big bore for the low end torque that I get with it. I don't like winding out a motor in high rpm all the time and prefer that low end grunt. The difference between my KLX300 and my WR450 is astounding in terms of power and torque, granted there's 4 more years of engine technology built into the WR. I just prefer that style of riding. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted July 2, 2011 Maybe I'm not normal but I really like to ride my 525 at about 7500 rpm 90% of the time. The sound, the power,the feel, the bushes flying by. Can't beat it Covered in Horsepower I'll go down later this year and shoot a new one with my new GoPro HD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted July 2, 2011 screw it, get a 950 enduro with turbo and NOS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted July 2, 2011 screw it, get a 950 enduro with turbo and NOS. TWIN TURBO!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
