NEW BIKE BASIC SET UP PROCEDURES 

Wow, that’s very discouraging because I bet nobody does that

Sweeeeet. Let us know is you have any questions or issues

Great video!

Same here.

That’s all we ever do!

Usually, but I'm not a KTM engineer, the torque specs and lubrication or glueing are linked. So if KTM recommends a bolt to be glued, or if the bolt you pulled out already had screwlock on it, the recommended torque will be for that scenario where the bolt is glued. And if it wasn't glued or lubricated, the torque spec is also based on an unlubricated bolt. Also in most cases, when you use loctite on a previously not glued bolt, and this bolt has a torque spec, you can just apply the given torque, regardless of the fact that your friction in the threat now is greatly reduced and you torquespec wrong. That's because in most cases a torquespec is a fine balance by the manufacturer, to make sure there is enough torque so the bolt won't come loose, but also not too much torque so that the bolt ot casing material starts to deform. Extra important in aluminium parts. But now the part of securing the bolt is primarily done by the screwlock you applied, so if your torque is a bit low, not really a big deal. But be aware, this is not always true. Some bolts and their according toquespec are important to more or less get right, lubricated or not. That is because, eg. an O-ring needs quite a specific amount of pressure on it to seal properly, but also not fail of overload, a few months in. Also generally speaking, not always as Mike pointed out for example on the positioning bolt on the rear axle, you don't want to grease or lubricate your bolts. They will loosen back up sooo much faster and easier, because there is so much less friction between the threats. You'd have to torque it like a moron, so that it stays in place as long and good as an ungreased one amd that is risky. But sometimes, yes greasing your bolts makes sense and makes life easier down the road.

Good eye 👀👀👀 They’re heeeeeere🤙🏽🤙🏽💪🏽💪🏽

So what do you recommend?

Not the case.

Here’s where working with a reliable Suspention tuner on your set up or having an experienced rider test your bike is clutch

We don’t do that on a new bike, do that on the 100 hour check

Its all personal preference imo.

thanks, yes, it seems like I was hunting around for that exact phase! Where were you on film day?🤪!

@@TACOMOTOCO wish I was there! Probably at work I work at a body shop so have to learn all about that stuff 🙃 and I have learned a lot from your videos keep up the good 👍

Six Days versions do have orange frames

2023 model has an orange frame!

Yes

You'll probably have more failures with a soldered connection than this plug. Solder makes a connection brittle. In a place where you can expect vibration, you're better off just using the grease. Not to mention it makes replacing the switch much more work if you ever break it.

Great question that sucks you got no answer.

Unfortunately not at this time

Used methyl hydrate to wash out the junk in my brand new tank, also used it to clean really bad fuel varnish in my gerry can , I recmmend to clean out the the tank on your brand new bike, if you want the fuel filter and pump to live and always use clean fuel. fuel tank prefilter would be ideal as well as fuel stabilizer if you park it for winter or long periods, longer than a couple weeks even.

500 excf

Adequate, we’re typically not seeing any issues w that

@@TACOMOTOCO I concur. I just spent hours pulling all of this apart because the internet told me to and found that everything had plenty of grease.

@@eriknash8783 wow that’s a hard lesson to learn. Thanks for the info. I’m getting a 500 soon.

We have a video about that Ultimate Oil Change Procedure and Tips, KTM / Husqvarna / GASGAS 450 / 500 / 501 EXCF

Thanks man that solved my problem.

Been there!

Check Slavens on this topic...Jeff has very specific instructions and not to use synthetic.

Would love to hear Tacomoto's opinion on this...

@@CumminsTurbo4 me too, that sucks we got no answer!

I text TacoMoto and here's what he said (sadly, no answer to break in question which is what i was wondering about the most): "We're doing 50-60 hour changes on our bikes w maxima pro plus oil, our magnetic filter, pc racing filter skin gasket and filter skin"

Thanks to all of you, who have responded. Highly appreciated

Slavens recommends non synthetic for first two oil changes...

@@dirtrider9268 Who is this slavens you keep speaking of?

@@CumminsTurbo4 looks like I may not be allowed to mention another great website, store or channel here... slavens racing.

Dude, what’s up with you and frame colors? most people love the orange frame color scheme.

@@daleadmire1451 I learned to love it I got a new 2023

@@scottforti3194 Oh you lucky bastard I’m so jealous. I’m still waiting a couple more months to get mine. I ride an XR 650 which is heavy as a tank. I can’t wait to get on that nice light KTM!

@@daleadmire1451 😭 lmao I know dude trust me the these bikes are far from cheap and plus all the aftermarket stuff I got to open her all the way up because they are so restricted from factory currently turning mine in to a supermoto giant hole in my wallet but it’s my dream bike I’ve wanted for a long time

@@scottforti3194 yes, you gotta drop some cash to make them extra nice. I plan on getting a tidytail a Baja LED headlight and exhaust tip and I think I’ll be set. and of course tires, but I’ll tear the stockers up riding them on the street first. enjoy your new toy. It’s like riding a Rolex!

That would piss me off also! Now that O-ring can’t be trusted. you should’ve asked them for a new one on the spot.

Till your first simple pinch occurs on 15 ish psi.