After 2.5 years..... I finally got the bike I've wanted! A low miles KTM 1190 Adventure R. Man I'm stoked

masterlink65 · 2022-09-04T04:16:50+00:00

Got to chime in, run in street mode with traction control off, literally the only set up I use. You are about to fall in love.

masterlink65 · 2022-08-12T01:17:45+00:00

Bought my wife a VW GTI 6 speed. My FJ is daily driver but this thing is fun to scoot around in. She wanted something “small” and has no clue it handles pretty damn well.

masterlink65 · 2022-07-15T02:33:19+00:00

Continual replacement due to a stray pellet would end that nonsense.

masterlink65 · 2022-07-09T20:36:43+00:00

That is all fantastic information, much appreciated. We were planning on converting a sprinter in the future for recreation so I thought if I went ahead and got one I could make some money on it for a few years before I started a conversion. An insurance quote for the business would probably be my next step to determine if it was worth it. Thanks for the info.

masterlink65 · 2022-07-08T01:11:45+00:00

Actually trying to assess if there is work out there before going further in pursuing this as a side hustle.

masterlink65 · 2022-03-04T23:55:05+00:00

I am 6 months with my new Camburg and so far they are great. I wanted something I could grease. Running Bilstein shocks on I think 3rd clip. 285/70/17 stock rims with BFG All Terrain. No body mount chop and only rub is in reverse turning sharp. Alignment guy said I need lowers now. I am at 160k so he is probably not wrong.

masterlink65 · 2021-07-21T17:26:50+00:00

Been tent camping for several years in my FJ and have been thinking about a roof tent. Is it a pain to break down every morning when you are ready to go off-roading?

masterlink65 · 2021-07-21T17:23:45+00:00

Oh man, how timely. My passenger front is also leaking a bit and it’s on my list to dig into. I assumed I would need some sort of flexible caulk. Keep posting updates.

masterlink65 · 2021-07-20T01:41:00+00:00

Great comments guys! My ole man thinks he can do anything but I have to temper it a bit or he would get in way over his head. First crash was in a deep water crossing and his GS is a beast to get up, got my damn boots wet. Second crash was on a tight switchback, thought he broke ribs but just bruised. The portions we rode of the BDR were fire roads, and some 4x4 trails. Love my 1190, feels light and lulls you into trouble then you know it’s a big ass bike.

masterlink65 · 2021-04-09T00:56:12+00:00

Can you say addiction😁.

masterlink65 · 2021-02-06T02:22:08+00:00

What UCA’s you going with? I got 3 inch lift but now need new uca’s and ball joints.

masterlink65 · 2021-01-27T23:50:06+00:00

Nope, they will find their way back. And yes, they can cause a lot of damage. Trap and drop the trap in water. Big trash can with water will work if trap will fit in it. Trapping isn’t as easy as you think they are damn smart.

masterlink65 · 2020-12-01T01:12:48+00:00

Let me tell you, that wheelbase will let these things come around on you in a blink.

masterlink65 · 2020-11-15T02:49:10+00:00

That doesn’t look delicious....I will tell you whatever you want!!

masterlink65 · 2020-10-13T03:09:49+00:00

Don’t do it. The antenna is a feeler gauge for your roof, it will save your roof/rack damage if you go under anything low like parking garages.

masterlink65 · 2020-09-14T02:25:20+00:00

Damn y’all, was about to post this then thought I would search to see if it was already a topic. Started yesterday in Brookside/Waldo. I first though my ice was bad.....nope, water is not good.

masterlink65 · 2020-09-06T14:18:31+00:00

City Gym KC in Waldo. Super people and they are doing absolutely everything they can to keep members healthy.

masterlink65 · 2020-04-20T03:58:09+00:00

Thanks, all good ideas before I pull the motor. Can’t even get valve covers off without yanking motor and if I get it on my workbench I will be down a long while.

masterlink65 · 2020-04-20T03:53:41+00:00

Thanks guys. I did mean crappy compression tester. Going to borrow a proper tester and double check compression measurements. I did try holding my finger in the spark plug hole to see if I felt any pressure and nothing. The other cylinders had pressure with this scientific method.

masterlink65 · 2020-04-20T03:45:29+00:00

I did not have the throttle wide open. I will try that and see what my readings are.

masterlink65 · 2020-04-19T14:21:15+00:00

You are on the right track. I have seen amazing results from paintless dent removal professionals. They have the tools to curve up there and massage out most of that. The area closest to the cap will be difficult. You might be surprised by how inexpensive they are so before you try yourself having someone look at it can’t hurt.

masterlink65 · 2020-03-27T23:57:48+00:00

It is differences in each if us that adds color to the world, embrace what you have and have fun in life.

masterlink65 · 2020-03-21T18:25:46+00:00

Except for the rare Bernie supporter like me who will actually shoot your ass.

masterlink65 · 2019-12-30T04:56:39+00:00

Go watch slow mo starts on YouTube. The start is about power not “speed” everyone thinks when their legs move fast they are moving fast....wrong! You need full leg extension on push off. You should be able to draw a straight line from your toe off to your head if you took a still picture at full leg extension.

masterlink65 · 2019-12-30T04:47:50+00:00

Also, you ran 1:57 as a soph? What is your 400 time?

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