Is the KTM 500 EXC a good car?
For all those who are forever seeking a little bit more, KTM has created the 500 EXC. And here we thought it couldn’t get any better… The KTM 500 EXC is packed with perfectly controllable power in extravagant proportions, low weight, and an unsurpassed chassis, characterizing an enduro of remarkable versatility.
Is the KTM 500 XCF-W a workhorse?
The 500 XCF-W has been a workhorse, with our only mods coming in a 10mm taller EE saddle, lower IMS foot-pegs and a rear disc guard from EE. Here we are adding two variables to the testing.
What’s the EFI system on a KTM 500?
The stock header on the 500 is now a two-piece unit that allows better access to the shock and has an exhaust bung (O2 sensor) on the header pipe. This makes it a closed-loop EFI system where the ECU goes to the O2 sensor for input and the ECU will modify its fuel matrix based on the O2’s readings.
Are there any issues with 2012 KTM fuel injected bikes?
Apparently, some issues with clogged injectors arose with those models. For 2012, all fuel injected bikes now also have a secondary inline fuel filter. So far, it appears that the inline fuel filter may be the cause of more issues, rather than the cure. The 10 micron membrane is so small that it is very prone to clogging.
Is the KTM 500xcf-w a trail bike?
In two words, the machine is “nearly magical.” The handling benefits from the weight-loss program, updated frame and stronger suspension traits. Yet, every rider who has spent time on the 500 initially comes out of the hole saying, “It needs more hit,” “It’s so quiet that it feels slow,” or “Man, this is a great trail bike.
The 500 XCF-W has been a workhorse, with our only mods coming in a 10mm taller EE saddle, lower IMS foot-pegs and a rear disc guard from EE. Here we are adding two variables to the testing.
Is the muffler stock on a KTM 500?
In this test we left everything stock, with the exception of the muffler. The stock header on the 500 is now a two-piece unit that allows better access to the shock and has an exhaust bung (O2 sensor) on the header pipe.
How does the vortex work on a KTM 500xcf-w?
Vortex works with Slavens Racing, and they equipped the Vortex unit with a Slavens map in setting one and a Vortex setting in the second map on the KTM handlebar switch. Our testers are all tall, so an IMS Core footpeg 5mm lower and 5mm back work nicely. A very impressive gain over the stock ECU.