KTM Recalls 2012-2013 350EXC-F and 500EXC Motorcycles for Fuel Hose Cracks

KTM North America, Inc.'s (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 350 EXC-F and 500 EXC motorcycles manufactured from September 2011 through August 2012.

Due to the supplier's manufacturing inconsistencies, the preformed fuel hoses may develop cracks or holes at either end. During use, the fuel hoses, located between the fuel tank and the throttle body fuel rail, may allowing fuel to

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KTM Recalls 2010-2011 Motorcycles for Handlebar Problem

KTM is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 motorcycles manufactured from November 2009 through November 23, 2010.Due to improper heat treatment, the handlebar clamps can develop cracks, allowing the handlebar to move from its set position.The number of units affected is 1228.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

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KTM 85SX, 2009

KTM 85SX, 2009 

 Specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement 84.9 cc
Bore x stroke 47 x 48.95 mm (1.85 x 1.93")
Starter Kickstarter
Transmission 6 gears
Carburetor Keihin PWK 28
Control Power Valve
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication 1:40
Transmission oil Motorex, SAE 15W50
Primary drive 19:66
Final drive 14:49
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition Moric digital 2M1

Frame Double grinded central double-cradle-type frame
Subframe Aluminium
Handlebar Aluminium Ø 22 mm (0.87")
Front suspension WP USD Ø 43 mm (1.69")
Rear suspension WP PDS mono shock
Suspension travel front/rear 280 / 300 mm (10.83 / 11.81")
Front brake Disc brake Ø 220 mm (8.66")
Rear brake Disc brake Ø 200 mm (7.87")
Rims, front/rear 1.4 x 17"; 1.6 x 14" Alu
Tires, front/rear 70/100 x 17"; 90/100 x 14"
Chain 1/2 x 5/16"
Main silencer Aluminium
Steering head angle 66°
Wheel base 1290 mm (50.79")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 385 mm (15.16")
Seat height 845 mm (33.27")
Tank capacity approx. 5 liters (1.32 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 68 kg (129.94 lbs) 

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KTM 85XC, 2009

KTM 85XC, 2009

Specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement 84.9 cc
Bore x stroke 47/48.95 mm (1.85/1.93")
Starter Kickstarter
Transmission 6 gears
Carburetor Keihin PWK 28
Control Power valve
Engine lubrication Mixture lubrication 1:40
Transmission oil 15W50
Primary drive 19:66
Final drive 14:46
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition Moric digital 2M1

Frame Double grinded central double-cradle-type frame
Subframe Aluminium 7020
Handlebar Aluminium Ø 22 mm (0.87")
Front suspension WP USD Ø 43 mm (1.69")
Rear suspension WP monoshock PDS
Suspension travel front/rear 275/300 mm (10.83/11.81")
Brakes, front/rear Disc brake Ø 220/200 mm (8.66/7.87")
Rims, front/rear 1.6 x 17"; 1.85 x 14" Aluminium
Tires, front/rear 70/100-17; 90/100-14
Chain 1/2 x 5/16" O-Ring
Main silencer Aluminium 85 SX
Steering head angle 66°
Wheel base 1290 mm ± 10 mm (50.79"±0.39")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 385 mm (15.16")
Seat height 865 mm (35.06")
Tank capacity approx. 5 liters (1.32 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 66 kg (145.5 lbs) 

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KTM 65XC, 2009

KTM 65XC, 2009

Specifications

Engine type Single Cylinder, 2-Stroke, Case Reed Induction, Liquid Cooled
Displacement 64.85cc
Bore x stroke 45/40.8 mm (1.77/1.61")
Starter Kick starter
Transmission 6 gears
Carburetor Mikuni VM 24
Lubrication Lubrication mixture 60:1
Engine lubrication 15W50
Primary drive 23:75
Final drive 14:50
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition Moric digital 2M1


Frame Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4
Subframe Aluminum 7020
Handlebar Pro-Taper Aluminium Ø 22 mm (0.87")
Front suspension Marzocchi USD Ø 35 mm (1.38")
Rear suspension WP monoshock
Suspension travel front/rear 220/270 mm (8.66/10.63")
Brakes, front/rear Disc brake Ø 200/160 mm (7.87/6.3")
Rims, front/rear 1.6 x 14" / 1.6 x 12" Aluminum
Tires, front/rear 60/100-14"; 80/100-12"
Chain 1/2 x 1/4" O-Ring
Main silencer Aluminum 65 SX
Steering head angle 64.5°
Trail Adjustable
Wheel base 1137mm ± 10mm (44.76"±0.39")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 280mm (11")
Seat height 750mm (29.53")
Tank capacity approx. 3.5 liters (0.91 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 55.4 kgs (122.14 lbs) 

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KTM 65SX, 2009

KTM 65SX, 2009

 

 Specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement 64.9 cc
Bore x stroke 45 x 40.8 mm (1.77 x 1.61")
Starter Kickstarter
Transmission 6 gears
Carburetor Mikuni VM 24-505
Control PCEV
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication 1:60
Transmission oil Motorex, SAE 15W-50
Primary drive 61:33
Final drive 11:40
Cooling Liquid cooling
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition AET digital

Frame Double grinded central double-cradle-type frame
Subframe Aluminium
Handlebar Pro Taper, Aluminium Ø 22 mm (0.87")
Front suspension Marzocchi USD Ø 35 mm (1.38")
Rear suspension WP mono shock
Suspension travel front/rear 220 / 270 mm (8.66 / 10.63")
Front brake Disc brake Ø 198 mm (7.80")
Rear brake Disc brake Ø 160 mm (6.3")
Rims, front/rear 1.6 x 14"; 1.6 x 12" Alu
Tires, front/rear 60/100 x 14"; 80/100 x 12"
Chain 1/2 x 1/4"
Main silencer Aluminium
Steering head angle 64.5°
Wheel base 1137 mm (44.76")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 280 mm (11.02")
Seat height 750 mm (28.54")
Tank capacity approx. 3.5 liters (0.93 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 55.4 kg (122.13 lbs) 

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KTM 50SX Mini, 2009

KTM 50SX Mini, 2009

Specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement 49 cc
Bore x stroke 39.5 x 40 mm (1.55 x 1.57")
Starter Kickstarter
Transmission Single gear automatic
Carburetor Dell'Orto PHBG 19 BS
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication 1:60
Transmission oil Motorex ATF Super
Primary drive 61:33
Final drive 11:44
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Centrifugal clutch (adjustable)
Ignition Seletra analog


Frame Double grinded central-double-cradle-type frame
Subframe Steel
Handlebar Pro Taper, Aluminium Ø 22 mm (0.87")
Front suspension Marzocchi Ø 32 mm (1.26")
Rear suspension WP mono shock
Suspension travel front/rear 110 / 171 mm (4.33" / 6.73")
Front brake Disc brake Ø 160 mm (6.3")
Rear brake Disc brake Ø 140 mm (5.51")
Rims, front/rear 1.6 x 10"; 1.6 x 10" Alu
Tires, front/rear 2.50 x 10"; 2.75 x 10"
Chain 1/2 x 3/16"
Main silencer Aluminium
Steering head angle 67.4°
Wheel base 914 mm (35.98")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 184 mm (7.24")
Seat height 558 mm (22")
Tank capacity approx. 2 liters (0.53 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 37.8 kg (83.33 lbs) 

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KTM 50SX Junior , 2009

KTM 50SX Junior , 2009

Engine type Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement 49 cc
Bore x stroke 39.5 x 40 mm (1.55 x 1.57")
Starter Kickstarter
Carburetor Dell'Orto PHVA 14 DS
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication 1:60
Transmission oil Motorex ATF Super
Primary drive 61:33
Final drive 11:40
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Centrifugal clutch (adjustable)
Ignition Seletra analog


Frame Central double-cradle-type frame
Subframe Steel
Handlebar Pro Taper, Aluminium Ø 22 mm (0.87")
Front suspension Marzocchi Ø 32 mm (1.26")
Rear suspension WP mono shock
Suspension travel front/rear 140 / 205 mm (5.51" / 8.07")
Front brake Disc brake Ø 160 mm (6.3")
Rear brake Disc brake Ø 140 mm (5.51")
Rims, front/rear 1.6 x 10"; 1.6 x 10" Alu
Tires, front/rear 2.50 x 10"; 2.75 x 10"
Chain 1/2 x 3/16"
Main silencer Aluminium
Steering head angle 67.4°
Wheel base 910 mm (35.83")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 220 mm (8.66")
Seat height 607 mm (23.9")
Tank capacity approx. 2.3 liters (0.61 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 37.6 kg (82.89 lbs

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KTM Recalls 2009 690 Duke and 690 SMC for Fork Cracks

KTM is recalling certain 2009 690 Duke and 690 SMC motorcycles.During use, the front forks could develop cracks; this could result in the possibility of the front fork inner tube separating from the axle clamp. The cause of the defect involves improper heat treatment of the front fork inner tubes by the manufacturer.237 units are affected.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

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Motorcycle Road Tests Index

I just added 13 motorcycle road test entries to my Motorcycle Road Tests Index.These give information about where you can find the actual motorcycle road tests in the major motorcycle magazines. Also given are links to online motorcycle road tests.Check out the following links, just added:2008 Models: H-D Rocker C, Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS, and Kawasaki KLR6502007 Models: Benelli TnT 1130, BMW

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KTM Recalls 2007 950 and 990 Motorcycles for Chain Slider Guard Defect

KTM has issued a recall of certain 2007 950 Superenduro, 990 Adventure, and 990 Adventure-S motorcycles.On certain motorcycles, during use the chain slider guard mounting bolts may become loose and possibly fall out. This could result in the possibility of the chain slider guard to become detached. Subsequently, the chain slider guard could become caught in the drive chain which may lead to a

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KTM Issues Recall on 950 Series Motorcycles for Brake Problem

KTM has issued a recall of certain 2004-2006 950 Adventure, SuperEnduro, and SuperMoto motorcycles.On certain 950 Series motorcycles, the rear brake may feel spongy or soft when applying the brake. This could lead to improper rear braking.2,684 units are affected.Check out my new Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

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