2021 KTM 500 EXCF LA BARSTOW TO VEGAS DUAL SPORT DREAM MACHINE
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- another rad bike build and custom setup this time for a vet rider who's looking for the most versatile and adaptable machine possible.
he's as interested in a machine that performs well and has the speed he's after but also equally capable of if not more so at riding slow
what a concept.
all most guys tend to talk about is how fast their bike is and how it makes XX horsepower and how bad ass it performs. and that's cool, hellyea it is. we like that stuff too.
these are toys and this is a hobby and some of us are full on goons with gadgets and goodies and power. braaaaaaaap!
but there's also some of us who want to ride a bike that can rip when you yank back on the grip but that's also smooth, linear, confidence inspiring, energy conserving and capable of being ridden slow too.
this build is that bike.
My apologies for the audio on this one, we were trying out a new lapel mic and it was not as good as we’d hoped.
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components and parts used on these bikes:
Michelin bib mousse
Motoz Mountain Hybrid Extreme rear tire
Shinko 216 90/100 'fatty' front tire
Taco Moto Co wheel weights
Enduro Engineering front wheel puller
Acerbis fork shoe guard
Warp 9 titanium / aluminum rim locks
ForkShrink fork guards
Tusk rear wheel spacers with bearing guard
Taco Moto Co Tidy Tail rear light
Taco Moto Co Fork Wrap 360 front signals
DDC rear sprocket
Dirt Tricks dome washer
Enduro Engineering radiator guards
Ares Mfg rear shark fin guard
P3 MAX header guard
IMS 3.0 gallon fuel tank
Free Flo check valve vent hose
Taco Moto Co side tank vent system
Taco Moto Co fuel 90 tank outlet
Taco Moto Co Metal body in tank fuel filter kit
Golan dual O-ring in line fuel filter
Arizona Ride Shop brake pedal
Molecule skid plate
Taco Moto Co smog delete kit
Taco Moto Co O2 sensor plug
Reflex Racing Recurve bar guard system
brp/scotts undermount stabilizer system
Voyager Pro
Moto Minded Stout Mount
Moto Minded Tilt Wedge
Canyon Dancer tie down loops
Odi Rouge grips
Warp 9 fork bleeders
Taco Moto Co LED turn signal flasher
Taco Moto Co slim fit headlight multi function switch
Double Take Scrambler mirror
Bullet Proof Designs unbreakable levers
Moto Minded / Baja Designs XL80 headlight
Taco Moto Co accessory power connection system
PC Racing air filter base gasket
PC Racing filter skins
Seat Concepts comfort seat low
Pro Moto Billet muffler end cap with spark arrestor
GET RX1 ECU system
GET traction control knob
Enduroplate license plate holder
Rekluse CX clutch system
Athena GET battery
Taco Moto Co steekers (good for 3-4 HP guaranteed)
**NOTE- this bike has been converted into an OFF HIGHWAY use machine and may contain parts and equipment that are not legal for street use in your area. please consult all local and federal regulations before making any modifications to your bike. if you need any parts, want us to build you a bike, have any questions or need help with anything on your machine don't hesitate to call or email us.
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mike@tacomoto.co
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great attitude toward helping the rider
...Veterans do not quit riding because they grow old; they grow old because they quit riding 🇺🇸
Agreed my man. Agreed.
Just for clarification here - in moto, a VET rider isn’t a term for a military veteran, it’s a way of describing a seasoned, experienced older rider with a bunch of miles under his belt.
We may both be on the same page here but that’s what the term in my usage means 🤘🏽
@@TACOMOTOCO C'mon Man, I'm 56 years "older rider", No military but I've been out of my basement the entire pandemic if that counts 😉
Agree brother. I'm 56 and still grinding on intermediate and black diamond trails. Love the fact that my 29 year old son also rides with me. Unbelievable quality time.
@@dannuthals7045 Enjoy the time with your son...I ONLY hear from my son when he has a question, but ironically he doesn't want to hear the answer 😉
Excellent ! AGREED MAN
Mike, thanks for the awesome 😎👏 build!
Can't wait to rip it up!
Most excellent. I have 2020 FE501 set-up similarly. This is hands down the most fun most versatile machine I've ever had in the 50 years!
80 flawless hours running full synthetic changing every 15 to 20 hrs. (OEM clutch).
That capacitor is a bloody good idea!
I love that headlight ... I have the same on mine ... and at night it is totally devastating lolll
Super trick set-up for your veteran rider. Best thing you stated was need for keeping exhaust sound down, respect other trail users and help promote our sport.
Really appreciate you putting all the parts in the description!
Rewatched this today as a recent trip to Big Bend, TX rekindled my obsession for a five hondo. Amazing build, btw. The best phone holder IMO is the Rokform- indexed twist lock, magnet, & a leash. Triple protection that has been tested at varying "legal" speeds on both my 450X & my Ducati. Made in the US, which is bonus cool vibe.
Outstanding video Mike...really appreciate the in depth review and honest evaluations. Not every gizmo "improves" a bike and I admit some I have installed made it worse! Totally agree on your philosophy...make the bike rideable so he can spend as much seat time as possible and have fun. Thank you for a great overview!
Thanks for your feebdback.
I’m so over guys who chase HP, hype up farkle, pedal gizmos and add on’s just to win the moto dick measuring contest.
Keeping a guy safe, confident, in the seat longer each day and longer in his ride career is our mission and I appreciate you noticing that.
Stay rad my man🤘🏽
hahaha.... "flat brimmed hat" is an integral piece of the Bro uniform
Wow, I want this bike! Been riding since 12, finally giving up my XR400R for a new modem bike, torn between 2 stroke, 4 stroke, 350 or 500 in the exc f, but at 61 years old, I did like the tech on this bike.
Can’t wait to go ride after the rain/snow in Vegas.
GITSUM
Enjoying your videos - very informative.
Woah! I watch your videos on occasion and just realized this video was filmed just up the street from my house. I used to ride those dirt jumps on that lot growing up!
What an enjoyable video
Your right about the experience thing, I’m 52 now and six months ago I sold my Honda cr500 because I wanted to do some trail riding instead, anyway this guy came to buy it and couldn’t even start the bike so I kicked it up for him🙄
I said it’s all about clutch and throttle control on this bike!!!!, he went up the road turned around without feathering the clutch = bike stalled and pitched him off and all his coins and phone fell out of his pockets 😂😂😂
Point is I’ve been riding since I’m 8 years old so do whatever you need to do to make the bike rideable for you!! 👍🇬🇧🇺🇸
Really appreciate your attention to detail,and making positive improvements ,and in making the bike around the style of rider, your experience is invaluable to all
Outstanding build. IMO, for $12k these bikes should come exactly like this stock. Such a waste to have to go aftermarket after dropping that much cash. I like the KTM's because they are light and have some nice features but too many cheap parts and lacking basic protections like skid plates and disc covers. I like the extra capacity tank you added- great job!
Great info.
The Antigravity is a 9.7 amp hour.
Nice to hear about another battery. I was not aware of Athena’s offering
Love the build and your detailed walk through, thanks Mike.
With all that work, I'm surprised that you left the stock foot pegs. I have the same bike '20, and love my IMS Core Enduro foot pegs.
I love these videos... I learn so much
Really like how you tailor your builds to the specific customer, definitely bringing some 501's your way soon!
Great video! Thanks for the info. Your time on T4 is always an A+ listen
Thanks Mike!
Thanks for checking out our channel amigo.
The T4?
@@TACOMOTOCO Tech Talk Taco Tuesday
great video
I would love to see you guys do a 20-21 Beta 500 RR-S bike build. I have a feeling that Betas dual sport line up is going to become very popular.
One of the best overall vids on farkling out your bike
Great job 👍
Really nice set and some really good info. Thanks Mike nice job!!!
Sweet, thanks!
Dream bike. Awesome build Mike!! 🤘🏽
I haven't tried that rear tire, but love the arena hybrid, ok in mud and sand, I don't get 2k miles though. I will try a mountain hybrid, thanks for the recommend.
Nice build
good tips man!
Good topic matter but had to turn it off 1/3 of the way in. The rustling noise in the background was really harsh through my speakers. Not sure if there's a way to filter that out, but maybe in future videos you could fix it? Thank you for the time and effort you put in though.
I'm personally setting up a 350EXC-F with a Translogic shifter and I know it takes some work to get things done right. Best wishes!
Ive been waiting for this video!!
Droool...I need that set up on my 20' 350 exc f asap
Oh yea!!
Just ordered Tidy Tail and Ring turn signals for my 500, Thanks guys!
The rustling sounds were driving me crazy but I stuck with it because I was learning so much
“This is not a knock”
Here comes the knock lol
I love this build! Nicely done...
Looks like Knobby tyre on the front & a trials or hybrid tyre on the rear, i know when i ran a trials rear tyre on the rear of my KTM exc453 it was great in a lot of conditions, but didn't like off cambers or wet clay .
Used that rear tire last summer, great traction but a little too much lean and it will slip out and it's kind of crap on downhill braking. Otherwise it worked fine, highway, gravel and trail. Wait, I had the Extreme hybrid.
Siiiickkkk!!🤙🏻💜🤩
Beautiful bike what kind of money is invested in that aftermarket stuff
And my Taco Moto 500 is pretty much a carbon copy of this (only a 19). Bike is incredible.
Braaaaaap🤘🏽
Take my money 💰
...Flipping the rear axle nut to the left side, solves the wrench obstacle
Mike, just out of curiosity why is the pivot bolt on the front brake lever sticking up so high? Doesn’t look quite right.
Great bike! Can you do your next video in the driveway so I don’t have to hear you crunching around in the rocks the whole time? Lol
I feel you, it was the lapel mic I was trying out, the clip came loose and it was dragging on my shirt. Apologies
Not all of us are 21. Great comment!
What has been your experience with the fuel pump reliability in the 20+ KTM/Husqvarnas? Should an upgrade be considered?
Might try a recluse clutch because I’m 21 and my middle finger always always swollen and hurting
31:28 bulletproof guards do (wrap around at the bottom of the radiator)
How well does the tidy tail light illuminate the license plate with the enduro plate? Would I need separate license plate lights, and I wish enduro plate had a vertical orientation for the the plate mount..
I’m still riding my 2004 450 EXC. would like to get a new 500 but out of my budget for the foreseeable future. Every time I see gas pouring out the bottom I get mouthy and tell the wife I’m going to trade it in for a new 500 but she knows better.
I used this video to build my 22 500 EXC-F a year ago with you Mike. I was re-watching this video today and it struck me (I've been toying with the set up lately) what if an,y is the set up you use on your tour bikes. Do you just one of the reccomended spring set up's or do you have a favorite "3 red / 3 silver, all steel, etc" do you use? I'm looking for a more early engagement / later dis-engagement for starting and engine braking on down hills.
installed the P3 pipe guard then 5 minutes with a file on the stock oil filler cap taking the shoulders off; clearance issue resolved.
I just bought a 2022 500 EXC-F. I've been told this version can not be re-mapped. Your thoughts?
Hi Mike! I just picked up a 350 xc-f, should i install a thermostat from an xcf-w for trail riding in 15*f temps? Love the vids!
I own a 2016 KTM 690 R and about to pick up a 2021 Beta 200 RR. Do you carry parts like I saw on the video for these bikes. I have on my bench an EE radiator brace guard for the Beta. I also weld aluminum. Your pointing out of the open space below their guard was immensely helpful. I will weld in a piece of aluminum on mine as I fit them to the new Beta. Should be relayed to EE in my opinion and see if they can incorporate that into the braces in the future.
Great looking bike with those changes. I have the same bike and love it! Do you guys do group rides when you guys go to baja?
Do a super Moto build for the street riders !
Great idea
The amount of stuff I've written down and ordering tonight is upsetting. Can you guys print out a receipt of a different price so the misses don't get pissed lol 😆
Arthritis!!
Thats why rekluse
Getting ready to “clean up” my wiring on my KTM XC-W 300. Any suggestions? Running sicass road legal kit and trail tech voyager pro.
Hello T. M. C. Great review, and thanks for a detailed sharing. If i would like the exact same setup, how much would it cost me with mounting on everything by you guys? Thanks in advance. Kind regards.
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Is it possible to get a estimate price here? What that bike costed to build with equipment and work labor?
The owners of these bikes would rather not have their investments discussed in a public forum like this. I’m sure you understand.
What size is the recurve bar guard system? Is it their 4 or 4.2 or 4.3? Thanks great video
Great stuff thanks, why not use a regular Yuasa battery? I've heard that to about those fancy batteries dying. Doing a 2012.5 KTM450 SXF SE dual sport conversion. What would be the best gearing for that ?thanks and stay safe
Do you have this Tidy tail for a 2013 KTM 500 EXC?
Mike does the silencer you run work well with a Vortex....I’d like to be trail friendly with sound but want race type performance
Look at the pro moto cap w the ultra silent insert or the Graves slip on. All on the site
Hey man I have a 500 and I am considering running moose bibs and was wondering how you match the bib size to the tire size
Contact a retailer with lots of mousse experience and they’ll get you sorted
Would those rekulse CX help my 2014 Ktm 500 clutch temps. Thing runs hot
Hi is there a link to a tail section like this for a 2018 250excf bike
tacomoto.co/products/tidy-tail-for-ktm-by-taco-moto-co
Hey mike just bought a 2021 350 excf about to pull the trigger on a vortex and fast way end cap now can I run a silencer with Vortex and still feel the same power really worried about sound
Go w the fmf q4 muffler or the PMB cap w the ultra silent insert
Nice build.
Did you leave the intake reeds in or take them out?
We took them out on this one for ultimate reliability sake as this will be an overland / dual sport / bdr bike clocking a bunch of mid throttle hours.
I have a snowbike and want to plug a few jumper and charging cables onto the battery but can't find longer battery terminal bolts. They're the philips/ 8mm screws. I can't find a 10-12mm long ones, do you know where I can find those?
Oem clutch for down hill braking....?
Do you sell that blue tube system for the tank air escape, on the cap? I need that to fit the tank bag nicer.
tacomoto.co/products/fuel-tank-side-vent-by-taco-moto-co
Also what torque wrench do you recommend for working on a ktm exc-f
Anything that gives you inch and foot pounds. Likely you’ll need one for each. UA-cam it.
What is the orange anodized piece that appears not to be attached to the rear hub at 39:13 I don't see the rear spacers, is it something intended to shield crap from getting in back there?
Tusk wheel spacers
@@Papparratzi good call, exactly what they are (googled it). The tapered design is cool, as I have pushed in and bumped them (oem) off before. Thanks.
@@aaronmgray I bought mine from Ty, needless to say, it’s is one of the knock offs of his bearing protectors that he wasn’t too happy about.
its sucks that the tidy tail for the exc-f 2021 its B/O on your website :( ----(2021-07-15) hope you're gonna have one soon ! :)
We have 500 en route to the taco shop late next week
Nice bike. I have not raced or ridden KTM enduro bikes since the early 1990s. Is this model made in Austria or somewhere else like the 790 Adventure R? The warranty issues on the 790 seem to be off the chart. I love their products but not enough to buy one.....yet.
Until recently the 790 adv-r was built in Austria, so those warranty issues were likely on Austrian built bikes. Maybe the move to the Philippines will improve matters?
excuse me, i couldn't find this oil filler cap you mention, can you please link it or give me the name?
Your not upgrading foot pegs?
What graphics kit is this?
Can you please tell me the size tires you are running on this bike
Thank you
Hay Mike, do you run the stock radiator cap or what cap do you recommend if stock isn't sufficient. I'm on Washington mountain single track riding to high desert.
Thanks for your input!
We run a fully stock cooling system and we’re in Vegas and ride here (HOT) and baja (HOT) and all over the west on gnar gnar single track. No overheat issues
also Mike don't you think that front brake cable will get pinched by the wrap around and guards when fork is getting compressed?
Awesome build! Just got one last week. What are your thoughts on using rotella oil for it?
I think you’ll be happier with a highly rated true MA oil like motul 7100 or similar
@@TACOMOTOCO thanks man, that’s what I thought
Im more of a light adv rider , I am mostly interested in fuel mileage on the 500exc, how does the aftermarket ECU impact that? Just curious.
Anyone else seen when low on fuel , that the stock setup fuel line inside the tank doesn't always let you use all your gas
Rekluse haters blow. Why would you care? I love mine, wont have a dirt bike with out it. The whole "can't you use a clutch" argument is silly. Grab a trials bike and come out and ride trials with me and my crew to see if we can still use a clutch.
Agree. I know I'm not an expert rider, but I'm pretty decent. But I love my Rekluse. Do I need it? No.... But I have more fun with it. And that's what riding is all about.
How much was this build in total
Stock suspension ?
Ya was hoping to hear of any suspension setting s or upgrades
If you’re trying to extend that guys riding years, put him on an XCW or XC 300. Done
Many ways to braaaaapyness
I sure do hate it when I get oil in my water
The only thing I heard this entire video was you moving your feet!
Cool informative video, but man even when you’re standing still you’re constantly shuffling in the gravel and it’s super distracting.
Lapel mic fail. Sorry for the audio quality on this one. Next ones will be better guaranteed.
@@TACOMOTOCO ah, mic rustling against coat.
Too bad it’s illegal for California roads. The turn signals are noncompliant for CA.
Quad lock phone mount.
Looks like he needs his rim lock tightened up more.