paulmbowers 236 Posted October 13, 2011 This is actually good news. No case splitting, etc. If I buy the part new, it's less than $80. No shrapnel tossed around in the crankcase, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
650ben 0 Posted October 13, 2011 That would be a nice find. Less $$$ means more riding....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted October 13, 2011 Man, cracked gears, spun clutch hubs......you need a torque dial on that thing. Great that you don't have to split the cases. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted October 13, 2011 Wow....I've never seen that happen before.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dsfox 0 Posted October 13, 2011 Glad you found it, and not too bad......Hope to see you on a ride soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 911 Posted October 13, 2011 Kind of the opposite of bikeslut's bike, he had something that was supposed to be in two pieces but got turned into one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenosan 2 Posted October 13, 2011 This is actually good news. No case splitting, etc. If I buy the part new, it's less than $80. No shrapnel tossed around in the crankcase, etc. Paul I missed you guys in Page by a week. I was there this past weekend and Gawin said you guys stopped by his shop and he told me about your mechanical problems. I think he would appreciate a copy of this photo. As you might expect, he is not a big fan of KTM. I would at least be interested in his opinion as to how it happened. Even though he is biased towards Honda he is an old desert racer and knows bikes well. You can reach him here http://www.pagehonda.com/ Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 13, 2011 ......you need a torque dial on that thing. Got one. It's on the handlebar on the right side. Twist for increased torque. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted October 13, 2011 duct tape will fix it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 13, 2011 duct tape will fix it Miracle Putty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 13, 2011 Just got off the phone with Rekluse, the maker of that part- they will replace it free! I even bought the clutch used from a buddy, and they were damn cool about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted October 13, 2011 My mistake, you have already been there, done that! (Edit) Looks like a Rekluse Moment. Not to be devious but, If you need to pay for repairs....Why not repair it big time? Small check, big check, what's the difference? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 13, 2011 Why not repair it big time? Small check, big check, what's the difference? Brilliant. I'll mention it to my wife and get her opinion. I'll get back to you on that... p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted October 13, 2011 ......you need a torque dial on that thing. Got one. It's on the handlebar on the right side. Twist for increased torque. which is how this whole business starts... your motor is a torque monster, and you twist it every chance you get motorcycles are machines- they break... unfortunately, they always seem to break at bad times... like when you are riding them at any rate; new clutch basket and you're ready to roll... hhhmmmm... what to break next? We have rear sprocket, front sprocket, bottom end, MT43... what else? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted October 13, 2011 Why not repair it big time? Small check, big check, what's the difference? Brilliant. I'll mention it to my wife and get her opinion. I'll get back to you on that... p I predict the next thing to be broken is his head Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 13, 2011 We have rear sprocket, front sprocket, bottom end, MT43... what else? Hey! I never yet broke a front sprocket. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted October 14, 2011 Make sure you break the front sprocket while riding with someone else Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenosan 2 Posted October 14, 2011 motorcycles are machines- they break... unfortunately, they always seem to break at bad times... like when you are riding them what else? HMMMMMM..... OK, my 1985 Honda XL350R has been all over the area Paul rode last week, many times. So far I have only needed to change oil and tires. When can I expect it to BREAK!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 14, 2011 HMMMMMM..... OK, my 1985 Honda XL350R has been all over the area Paul rode last week, many times. So far I have only needed to change oil and tires. When can I expect it to And I suspect if we were riding in the style of a 1985 Honda XL350R, mine might not have broken. Or I may have fallen asleep at the controls. Zzzzzzzz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted October 14, 2011 And I suspect if we were riding in the style of a 1985 Honda XL350R, mine might not have broken. Or I may have fallen asleep at the controls. Zzzzzzzz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenosan 2 Posted October 14, 2011 HMMMMMM..... OK, my 1985 Honda XL350R has been all over the area Paul rode last week, many times. So far I have only needed to change oil and tires. When can I expect it to And I suspect if we were riding in the style of a 1985 Honda XL350R, mine might not have broken. Or I may have fallen asleep at the controls. Zzzzzzzz So then what would be the point riding your KTM there rather than a motorcross track? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 14, 2011 So then what would be the point riding your KTM there rather than a motorcross track? Wow. Never thought of it that way. It's so clear now- and brilliant. I'm going to sell right away. It's obviously pointless to continue. It's the logic- it's so clear to me now. Only the 1985 Honda XL350 is the perfect bike. It's suspension, it's torque and horsepower. My bike is suitable only for a motocross track. It's wrong, wrong for any other purpose. Only the Honda XL350 should be used for any purpose other than motocross. KTMs are permitted for motocross, but not any other purpose. I've seen the light, I'm thus redeemed, and I beg forgiveness for my previously misguided life. I endeavor to continue on the path to the righteous. And thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted October 14, 2011 Never thought of it that way. It's so clear now- and brilliant. See? There ya go....and don't forget to wear your jodhpurs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 14, 2011 GO! I'm gonna wake you up early Cause I'm gonna take a ride with you We're going down to the Honda shop I'll tell you what we're gonna do Put on a ragged sweatshirt I'll take you anywhere you want me to First gear (Honda Honda) it's alright (go faster faster) Second gear (little Honda Honda) I lean right (go faster faster) Third gear (Honda Honda) hang on tight (go faster faster) Faster it's alright It's not a big motorcycle Just a groovy little motorbike It's more fun that a barrel of monkeys That two wheel bike We'll ride on out of the town To any place I know you like First gear (Honda Honda) it's alright (go faster faster) Second gear (little Honda Honda) I lean right (go faster faster) Third gear (Honda Honda) hang on tight (go faster faster) Faster it's alright It climbs the hills like a matchless Cause my Honda's built really light When I go into the turns Lean [Tilt] with me and hang on tight I better turn on the lights So we can ride my Honda tonight First gear (Honda Honda) it's alright (go faster faster) Second gear (little Honda Honda) I lean right (go faster faster) Third gear (Honda Honda) hang on tight (go faster faster) Faster it's alright First gear (Honda Honda) it's alright (go faster faster) Second gear (little Honda Honda) I lean right (go faster faster) Third gear (Honda Honda) hang on tight (go faster faster) Faster it's alright Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted October 14, 2011 I was thinking that it's time for me to interject some witty comment to defuse this potentially volitol situation. Unfortunately I'm only feeling about 1/2 witty right now so I think I'll keep my mouth shut. Covered in Silence Share this post Link to post Share on other sites