Home
Basic Dirt Bike How-To's - Video
Dirt Bike How-To's - Video
Living The Moto Life - Video
Bike Tests | Shoot-Outs - Video
Forums
What's new
Latest activity
Log-In
Join
What's new
Menu
Log-In
Join
Navigation
Install the app
Install
More options
Close Menu
Forums
Other Dirt Bike Discussions
Who to Ride With, Where to Ride
By Region
Northern USA
I rode, therefore now I AM!
Reply to thread
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Message
[QUOTE="MWEISSEN, post: 897322, member: 16873"] I finally got a chance to push the button to get my KTM 450 going. When I got it, the air filter was sopping with oil and the battery didn't have much oomph. So after a recharge on the battery and getting some of the excess oil out of the filter, EX/Caliber's heart began beating. Frankly so did mine. It was personally an emotional moment, not because it was a new bike, but because this is the first time I fired up a bike since the Trailfest last fall. AND as far as I know I'm on the "other side" of all that's been going on with me for the past 1-1/2 years. So, firing up that bike and sitting on the seat made me feel renewed in a way is hard to explain. I think you know what I mean. Anyway, the bike is awesome! I'm glad I went with the 450 instead of the 400 which I considered. The center of gravity is a lot lower than my old WR, and it feels a lot moer flickable. Engine braking is pretty impressive, although not as much as the Marlin clans' Husabergs. The ergonomics sure feel a lot different than my '02 250 EX/C, more "sure footed". If all goes well with my 4 month checkup at Mayo Clinic next week, I'll be getting this thing dirty as soon as possible! [/QUOTE]
Verification
Which ocean is California closest to?
Post reply
Forums
Other Dirt Bike Discussions
Who to Ride With, Where to Ride
By Region
Northern USA
I rode, therefore now I AM!
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…
Top
Bottom