Fitment Issues with Acerbis 4.1 Gal Tank on a KTM 500 EXC

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I just bought a new KTM 500 EXC from AAKTM but am having some custom stuff added before I take her home. One of these items is an Acerbis 4.1 Gal tank.

AAKTM reports that one of his normally calm customers became alarmed with apparent "fitment issues" with the new tank. So much so that the customer called Acerbis only to hear, "if you don't like it we will refund your money." The fitment issue results in, "The lines haven't matched up in the past and it can be a bit difficult to pull off the airbox cover, but it functioned just fine."

I found this article online but it does not mention any fit issues. Rather it sates the fit was good.

http://dirtbiketest.com/product-tests/acerbis-4-1-gallon-large-capacity-gas-tank/

My question is this. Has anyone else had any issues with this tank?

[paulmbowers 236]

I had no issues at all, but mine's a 2014. Looking at the image you posted, the tank (or the KTM plastics) seems different than mine- odd triangular gap where the tank meets the sidecover.

Congratulations on the new bike- I know you expect to love it, but you will LOVE it more than you expect!

[Socaldualer 0]

i dont have the 500-have the 2015 350EXCF and i added the same tank in black-i didnt have any issues.

Good Lord Paulmbowers thats a killer looking bike!

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Looks like the 2014 plastics fit much better and it was KTM who made that triangular area to open up.

Thanks Paul.

[Theenduroshop 0]

We just fit one this morning for a customer and no problems. After reading your post, I went out to the shop and took the airbox cover off. Its does grab a bit on the tank but its a non issue(more annoying) I think we could shave the air box at the most forward point about 1/4" and it will be fine. Its a great tank and sleek for the size!

Ben

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Thanks for the install Ben! That was me... You carry a lot of good off-road equipment in your store. I'll be back!