Off to the Dirt

[bendobe]

So I have realized that I'm just not cut out for riding day to day in the city traffic. I looked at selling the bike and buying something a little more dirt centric but after running the numbers I decided that maybe there way another way to get out and enjoy the dirt.

TKC80s not shown but the rest of it should make for a fun weekend+ project.

 

[Ruggybuggy]

Wow! Two sets of Denali lights. Love the boxes.

 

[Naked_Duc]

Tot diggily damn, Christmas in July!

 

[Fuzzy]

Don't let your significant other see that credit card bill.

 

[bendobe]

Don't let your significant other see that credit card bill.

Yeah, she's yet to ask what the full damage is. I picked up a new jacket and pants combo that raised an eyebrow as well. Ah well, I need some motivation to keep working.

 

[DirtFlier]

I much prefer to make only ONE electrical change/addition on my bike at one time. Then if something goes amiss, I know exactly where to backtrack. If you have added multiple items it can because a bit more complicated.

 

[Deleted member 1183]

Hmmm. The one thing this bike needs to make it more dirt compliant (apart from the bashplate), is suspension. Perhaps the replacement suspension components are hiding in the boxes ?

 

[Bullseye]

I have most of "that" on my bike !!! I too have the Storm handguards, SW Motech Skidplate, Sw Motech pegs, and a TKC 80 front tire. It really does help when riding gravel, and such. Enjoy .....as it sure is nice to take ANY road that interests you. Have fun exploring !!!

 

[Bullseye]

I too really want to put LED lighting as well. I am not sure what I will go with ....I do like those larger Denali LED lights you have there. Been craving those for awhile now !!! LOL. A double setup will be sweet !!!

 

[bendobe]

I much prefer to make only ONE electrical change/addition on my bike at one time. Then if something goes amiss, I know exactly where to backtrack. If you have added multiple items it can because a bit more complicated.

Oh, I only do one at a time. I spent yesterday hooking up the Denali, IQ-175, Trailtech 3-way control, FZ-1 combo to make sure it worked before I even do final wire runs. Next will be the Garmin and final install is the P3 brake lights.

 

[bendobe]

Hmmm. The one thing this bike needs to make it more dirt compliant (apart from the bashplate), is suspension. Perhaps the replacement suspension components are hiding in the boxes ?

Any suggestions or is Racetech the best choice? I always looked at them to do my KTM and they seem to do nice work.

 

[itlives]

If you have a KTM, why put all that into the NC?

 

[bamamate]

If you have a KTM, why put all that into the NC?

Because he wants to ride something you don't have to work on after every ride.

 

[bamamate]

Any suggestions or is Racetech the best choice? I always looked at them to do my KTM and they seem to do nice work.

I have RaceTech Gold valves. Made a huge difference. I used the stock springs. Might try changing them next year. There are a few threads on here with other choices and happy customers. Only problem with doing the front is now the back isn't as good.
I replaced the rear this past year. Went with Nitron fully adjustable. With both front and rear done she rides so much better on and off pavement.

 

[itlives]

Because he wants to ride something you don't have to work on after every ride.

Ha! I knew that. Just wanted him to say it!

 

[bendobe]

Ha! I knew that. Just wanted him to say it!

Yeah, yeah, I loved that 400, just sold it because I don't have a lot local friends that ride dirt since I moved from San Diego to Denver. I want a long haul vehicle that I can do some real travelling on.

That thing was bombproof but I did change the oil and wash/oil the air filters every 15hrs or so.

 

[itlives]

Yeah, yeah, I loved that 400, just sold it because I don't have a lot local friends that ride dirt since I moved from San Diego to Denver. I want a long haul vehicle that I can do some real travelling on.

That thing was bombproof but I did change the oil and wash/oil the air filters every 15hrs or so.

I really like the KTM's look. To be honest though, I only know what I've read or heard on the internet.
That's a LOT of changing the oil!