Don't forget about your steering stem bearings. If you are taking the forks off might as well do them while you are in there. And if your suspension and wheel bearing have already taken enough punishment to need service then your swingarm bearings probably need a look while your shock and rear wheel are out.
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Great points!
@BurlyNerdGetsTheWorm
4 жыл бұрын
I'm really digging all these garage-filmed videos. The format really lends itself to good, interesting content in a more personal way. I really hope they continue even after the quarantine is lifted.
@paul.vanhout57
4 жыл бұрын
Outstanding tips and definitely spot on for off-road use.
@andyostertag
4 жыл бұрын
Sweet advice. Even for a fair weather roadie like me. Love the asphalt trails most. Thanks for sharing
@brianmorse8811
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Spurge, for the dirty talk. you are a man after my own hart. down with the dirt! everything I own goes off road. thumbs up buddy.
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Haha... the dirtier the better! Thanks for watching, Brian!
@victorjurca
4 жыл бұрын
why am I even watching, I don't do offroad? either way, thanks for sharing the knowledge Spurge, insanely practical, real-world stuff
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
I think sometimes it's just fun to watch motorcycle stuff even if it's not a style we do day-to-day. Just more knowledge to stow away in the brain and bring up at your next cocktail party! "Well hello, Victor! How are your yields in the Bond market going?" "No freaking clue, Bob! But did you know you need to rebuild your suspension ever 10,000 miles if you're riding your ADV bike off-road?" "Whhhhhhaaaaaatttttttt's that you say? 10K miles???"
@victorjurca
4 жыл бұрын
@@SpurgeonDunbar grrrr next cocktail party he says... Bro do u even self isolate
@49Roadmaster
4 жыл бұрын
GREAT advice. A day on the trail may equal months on the road. A comment on the electrical connections on all motorcycles maybe you could add. Every time re-installing electrical connections install them with a liberal amount of Dielectric Grease. To the point of the grease oozing out, then wipe the excess off once they are fitted together. That way no water, dust, or dirt can get to the contacts and corrode them as the connectors are filled with the grease. Works great.
@mvjoshi
4 жыл бұрын
Easily, five of the most practical, everyday issues with adv bikes and you have addressed them perfectly. By suspension, I assume you included the front without saying so in the video. Excellent video.
@jameshagist6795
4 жыл бұрын
Maybe you could shoot a video on how you clean your electrical connectors?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
I'll add it to the idea folder. Really, just spray them down with a bit of contact cleaner ( www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/maxima-contact-cleaner ), I use a little brush that dentists give out for braces ( www.kleenteeth.com/gum-go-betweens-tight-proxabrush-cleaners-interdental-brushes-8-pack/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5Y3Z67Ho6AIVh4CfCh1VTg4REAQYASABEgIKGvD_BwE ) and scrub them out, and spray again until they're clean. Then just a little bit of dielectric grease ( www.homedepot.com/p/CRC-3-3-oz-Technician-Grade-Dielectric-Grease-05113/206843029 ). The one note here is that you should be careful about using too much grease on low voltage CanBus systems, check with you individual bike's service manual. I typically grease the connections on the 1090's fuel pump because it sits below the "water crossing" line of the bike and is often drenched in water and grime. The grease helps to keep moisture and corrosion at bay.
@johncf5565
4 жыл бұрын
That's right Chief Hopper 🤘
@thomasgaliana6288
4 жыл бұрын
I did learn something. Thank you.
@hwobstj
3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff and reminders. I ride a 1200GS and Husky 701 and 350 so I get all kinds of things that need maintenance.
@bernardbuhrs8639
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Spurge...great advice
@drew657
4 жыл бұрын
Great things to check out even on a new-to-you bike! Keep up with the great content while we all sit at home with little to do!
@barkeep25
4 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure that service manual is the same counterfeit one I have off Ebay since ktm seems to only have digital copies lol!!
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
HKGuns you get an owners manual when you buy the bike. This is a service manual. And he’s right, it is the same one. I wanted a paper copy and KTM only offers digital!
@DPSmith63
3 жыл бұрын
To be fair, its easy enough to get the pdf printed off and bound at Kinkos if you want a hard copy. Better than printing unnecessary copies. That's what I do.
@davereinhart9933
4 жыл бұрын
Super helpful! Thank you. I have been very neglectful. This gives me a start on changing that.
@aidaneloff5357
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid 👌🏼 Also worth while to check bolt torques, especially on thumpers. Visit forums to learn about common issues with your bike
@krittinteerasawasdi4333
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, love how you mount the mirrors.
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
It's the Highway Dirt Bike's "Ultimate Handguards" system. They fold down off-road and then fold back up on the street. The hand guards themselves are indestructible. Best on the market for this bike. Paul over there who builds this stuff is also a hell of a nice guy. Check out their site: www.highwaydirtbikes.com/
@tushardoultani1
4 жыл бұрын
lovely video, love your podcasts. really want to know more about prefilters on advs. why do we use them and if we do, should we upgrade to a high performance filter as well? like whats the difference between a stock plus prefilter and a K&N and prefilter.?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
A lot to answer here.... First: The benefit of a pre-filter is that in some cases it makes regular air filter maintenance much more manageable. I was replying to a comment below about the pre-filter kit for the Tiger 800 made by Uni Filter (www.revzilla.com/common-tread/tiger-tales-modifying-an-adventure-bike-for-off-road-abuse). It replaces the air box snorkel and sits under the seat. This allows you to regularly clean and maintain the pre-filter without the hassle of removing the tank to get at the main air filter. The additional reason for using a pre-filter is that when riding in overly dusty conditions it's just a secondary barrier to keeping out dust. Second: I would always recommend upgrading to a performance "oiled" filter that can be cleaned and re-oiled. I say this for two reasons: Firstly, it does a much better job capturing dust and smaller particles than a traditional paper element filter. Don't think about "performance" so much in the ways of HP gains, but the air filter performing a better job of keeping the air clean. Secondly, they're usually the same cost (if not a little bit more) as an OEM air filter, but they can be reused time and time again. Over the lifetime of the bike you will save a lot of money just cleaning your filters than if you were trying to constantly buy new replacement paper filters. That all kind of speaks to your last question. Using a pre-filter and stock filter is a good start, but a pre-filter and oiled-filter is better. It's all about ease of maintenance and making sure the air stays clean. I tried a pre-filter kit mixed with a performance air filter on my 1090. At the end of the day, I was still getting dust in my intake. I actually ended up going with an entirely new Rottweiler Intake Kit and couldn't be happier. Every bike and riding situation is different. If you have any specific questions about the bike you're using and the riding you're doing, please don't hesitate to ask about what might be best for your set up.
@michaelhayward7572
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Nice t shirt.
@johnpagejr.7628
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for some excellent advice.
@ADVRaiderKTM
4 жыл бұрын
Very informative, thanks!
@stevetordoff
3 жыл бұрын
always solid content. thanks again
@wanderlpnw
4 жыл бұрын
I've heard performance reusable filters like K&N will not filter all dust if you ride offroad with them. Some will make its way into your engine. An expert actually said this on an interview on Adventure Rider Radio.
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure who the expert was, but a high-performance, oiled filter actually traps more dust than a standard paper element filter. The foam type are best, but the "K&N-style" is actually what KTM uses as their upgrade filter. That being said, I was having problems in both my KTM and my Triumph with dust getting AROUND the filter itself, not through it. The trick with using any filter is to make sure you're putting a bead of grease around the edge of it where it meets the air box to prevent dust from getting by. I use this stuff: www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bel-ray-waterproof-grease I'm not going to argue against what you've heard, but speaking from my experience, I would take an oiled, reusable filter any day of the week over a stock paper element for combating dust in off-road situations.
@funshine3571
4 жыл бұрын
You're so proud of your KTM 1090 ADVENTURE R. 🤣🤣 Just messin.
@leudwigvonshwartsenhelm3624
3 жыл бұрын
I wish someone would do a full initial service on a KTM 890 that way I know what to do besides an oil change....... Because I don't want to pay the dealership $300 plus parts when I know I could probably do most of it myself.....
@rc2634
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Keep it up, bring us more!
@outdoorhangtime5404
4 жыл бұрын
I'm in East NJ. Where in the world did you find off road riding in NJ. Love the channel
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
New Jersey has hundreds of miles of dirt and sand roads you can ride with any licensed street legal ADV and dual sport bike. You need to make sure your bike is plated and insured for road use. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest and Wharton State Forest are two great places to start. I usually just head out and start riding my way through. Depending on your skill level make sure to take a buddy with you or a SPOT tracking device. Some of the roads with deeper sand ruts can be a bit challenging for new and experienced riders alike.
@drewby132
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a taller rider (6'6") but am interested in getting into the adventure bike market. Maybe not this year but next. I've got my eye on the Triumph Tiger, but what are some things I should be looking for in an adventure bike to call my own? I would also be new to offroad riding in general. Currently, I ride streets mainly on my Heritage for reference.
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Well, ADV bikes in general usually work really well for larger riders in general (I'm 6'3"). Their size make them very comfortable. The real question is how far off-road are you planning on going? For just ADV street touring there are a lot of great options out there (new and used) from a Suzuki V-Strom to used BMW R 1200 GSes. If you're looking to go a bit more off-road, you can shift toward something like a BMW F 800 GS or Honda Africa Twin in the used market. If you're looking for a new bike I think the Tiger 900 Rally or Rally Pro or KTM 790 is a good place to start. There are a ton of things to consider, I would just start thinking about how you plan on riding it and then tailor your search in that direction. Here are some articles to get you started: www.revzilla.com/common-tread/adventure-and-education-the-pine-barrens-adventure-camp-riding-school www.revzilla.com/common-tread/adv-noob www.revzilla.com/common-tread/triumph-tiger-800-xcx-a-year-of-abuse-in-review www.revzilla.com/common-tread/bald-eagle-state-forest www.revzilla.com/common-tread/tiger-tales-modifying-an-adventure-bike-for-off-road-abuse www.revzilla.com/common-tread/the-longest-day-how-two-americans-conquered-canada-in-17-hours
@vsnyder8622
4 жыл бұрын
What about how to drain a drowned big adventure bike? I'm planning on doing a BDR and I have only ever drained dirt bikes before. I can flip them. I don't know if I could flip an adventure bike. I just wondered if Spurge or anyone else had a method that works for them.
@alanottley
4 жыл бұрын
Great info - thanks!
@lmankj
4 жыл бұрын
Good tips, thanks
@bradleyalexander5821
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Spurge......I’m not a wrench turner. But that being said, I need to figure out an easier way to service my air filter on my 2019 Tiger 800. The vids I’ve seen and talking with a riding buddy....it’s a total pain in the backside. Any tips for this difficult feat?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Brad, it is very much a pain in the behind... I would recommend the UniFilter Pre-filter. It's an oiled foam filter that replaces your air box snorkel and lives under your seat. You can pop this off once every thousand miles or so and clean and lube it (and put a bead of grease around the base) without having to remove the whole tank. Check out this article: www.revzilla.com/common-tread/tiger-tales-modifying-an-adventure-bike-for-off-road-abuse The other thing you should do is switch your main air filter to a oiled-style performance filter and put a bead of grease around the edges as you install it. The beauty of this filter is that it traps dust better and you don't have to replace it, just clean it. If you're cleaning the pre-filter regularly, you should be able to get away with cleaning your main air filter every 12,000 miles.... Which is still gonna be a pain in the butt! (you will be able to see in some of the photos in that article link above).
@bradleyalexander5821
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Spurge this is massively helpful. Yer da Man......👍🏼 See this is why I go out of my way to shop at Revzilla and watch y’all’s videos, read your articles, and tune into the podcast. You Guys Rock!!! 🎩 😎 🇺🇸 🌎
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
@@bradleyalexander5821 my pleasure man! We're all in this motorcycle thing together! Glad I could help!
@Firestorm637
4 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@da72ma
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips Spurg... how about making a funny commercial for Revzilla with Lemmy? ... to rip us out of the shelter boredom...
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Marcus, Lem left the company back in December. We were bummed to see him go, but ultimately it was the right decision for him at the time. We wish him nothing but the best! He did write a farewell on Common Tread, you can read it here: www.revzilla.com/common-tread/im-lem-and-im-outta-here
@PennsylvaniaDualSport
4 жыл бұрын
If I ever go orange.. it’ll be from Solid 👍
@xabbathx
4 жыл бұрын
hey great video which would be the air filter for my ducati multistrada 950s
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Juan! So, there aren't too many off-road specific options as far as a pre-filter kit is concerned. Europe seems to have a couple of foam filters available, but in the US it looks like an oiled K&N filter is going to be your best bet. Just make sure to clean and oil it regularly depending on the conditions you're riding in. Also, place a bead of grease around the edges to capture any dust from getting around the filter. That's where I've had problems with my stock air box on my Tiger 800 as well as my 1090. I'd be interested to hear how you're using it because you don't see these too often in the off-road wilderness! Glad to hear you're getting it dirty!
@tubes9181
4 жыл бұрын
Love it!
@tomwebster8299
Жыл бұрын
What air filter should I run for my 790 adventure rally 2020 ?
@adamzagorsky7406
3 жыл бұрын
Great video - thank you! Question for you: I also have a 1090R and have been doing maintenance on it and find that whenever I put things back together I've got check engine lights galore. Do you have any recommendations for resetting the ECU or whatever it's called without going to a dealer?
@jalex19100
4 жыл бұрын
Man, that high airbox makes me think I should have gotten a KTM instead of the BMW camhead...air intake is so low on that thing.
@alexonkow
4 жыл бұрын
I live in Philly and I picked up a road legal ‘89 xr250r last year. I’ve been riding a long time but not off road. I’m thinking of checking out the Pine Barrens and maybe some parks in central PA. Do you have any recommendations for off road riding in the Philly area?
@RevZilla
4 жыл бұрын
Check out of all the public access roads in the Pine Barrens in NJ. Only a short trip from Philly with endless miles of legal off-road as long as your bike is street legal. You will probably bump into a few of us riding out there on the weekends or during the week. - Pat
@SUDHIRPAIS
Жыл бұрын
I ride KTM390Adv 2021. .Kindly advice
@kimchan2108
Жыл бұрын
I used it in a bus for special trips
@sayantanroy7347
4 жыл бұрын
Lovely advice ❤️ Can you।suggest a good air filter for my ROYAL ENFIELD HIMALAYAN
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Sayantan, There aren't a ton of options for that bike, but if I were you I'd check out the BMC air filter for that Himalayan (www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bmc-air-filter-royal-enfield-himalayan-2018-2019). Make sure to clean it and oil it regularly and put a bead of grease around the lip where it seats up against the airbox. I use Bel-Ray waterproof grease ( www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bel-ray-waterproof-grease?rrec=true ). Good luck!
@arthurleithold2290
4 жыл бұрын
Air filter options fit a 790 adventure?
@MorayFalconer
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am riding a 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R... what options do I have for pre-filters and air filters... Rottweiler still developing... thanks 👍
Fellow 790R owner here. Rottweiler actually has a pre-filter out now. So does Touratech (a prefilter for the snorkel). For the main filter, I think the consensus is pretty clear: two good options are Australian Unifilter or Guglatech. I'm installing my Guglatech this week.
@MorayFalconer
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eugene Yunak, I am ordering up the Uni-Filter pre-filter (snorkel) and main filter with additional foams, cleaning and oiling products! Thanks 👍
@SanjitNagi
4 жыл бұрын
I thought he was gonna say Dave moss
@Marc-de3ri
4 жыл бұрын
I am looking at getting a second motorcycle and in particular an adventure bike. I am of a shorter stature so I know I will need the seat adjusted lower than factory. I have looked hard at a BMW GS650, but what others would you give an idea to look at?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
It depends on how far off-road you're looking to go. The BMW 650 GS would be OK for a hard packed dirt or gravel road but it isn't ideal for anything rougher. If you are looking for mostly street tour adventures with light off-road duties, I would also consider the Suzuki V-Strom 650. If you want something a bit more off-road oriented consider a used Tiger 800 which has some lower seat options as does a used BMW F 800 GS. The one thing to note is that I know plenty of shorter riders who rip on tall bikes. The trick is to invest in some off-road training (there are plenty of awesome schools across the country) and really learn to get comfortable with holding the bike up with one foot. For a lot of first time ADV riders, the biggest challenge is getting used to not being able to have two feet comfortable on the ground at a stop. For whatever you decide on, I wish you luck! Please keep the questions coming if there are any else I can help you with.
@Marc-de3ri
4 жыл бұрын
@@SpurgeonDunbar Thank you for giving me some tips and I will look into off road training when things get closer to normal. My primary purpose of what I want to do with this bike is to become my new touring bike that I can go moto camping with and take on trails. So nothing really hard in the way of off roading. But I do like the idea of being flexible enough to go off the paved road when I can. I have considered V-Strom 650, but not the Tiger 800 or BMW 800. Any others that might broaden my search or something that would work for what I want to do is always appreciated. Thanks again for giving me more to look at.
@tempestandacomputer6951
4 жыл бұрын
I am a relatively new rider and am starting to get anxious about this type of maintenance as I near the 8000 mile mark. I fear some of these tasks being too complicated for me to handle on my own.
@tenshi53
4 жыл бұрын
Start with simple stuff to build your confidence and watch plenty of videos for tips and tricks!
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Tempest, what kind of bike are you on and what kind of riding are you normally partaking in?
@tempestandacomputer6951
4 жыл бұрын
@@SpurgeonDunbar I am on a KLR650 and mostly commute but take a dirt road some weekends. I have heard this is an easy bike to work on, but i haven't really done mechanical work before and just feel kinda sketchy about the suspension maintenance.
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
@@tempestandacomputer6951 so keep in mind that changing the fork oil and internal bushings isn't terribly hard depending on your mechanical skill set. But if you are intimidated, you can just take it to your local service shop and have them tackle it for you. That being said, I've learned how to do this years ago buy just following along with my factory service manual. The KLR's fork is quite basic. Keep in mind that unless you're really thrashing this thing off-road you can probably stick to your regularly scheduled service intervals as laid out in your owners manual. I believe it's around 18K miles for your fork oil. Just make sure you're replacing your internal bushings and seals at that time. Your shock is another story. Not all shocks are DIY friendly or even serviceable. Because of the affordable nature of your KLR650, I don't believe the shock is of the serviceable variety. If you really enjoy the bike and want to keep pouring on the miles, at some point you'd want to consider upgrading to a more sophisticated unit. The good news is because of the popularity of the KLR 650, there are a lot of options for you out there to consider when the time comes. But for right now, keep riding your bike and having fun. If you have any desire to upgrade when the time comes, and need some recommendations, don't hesitate to ask!
@MotoTravelUSA
4 жыл бұрын
We’re you stuck in the New Jersey pine barrens with just a packet of ketchup?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
I WISH I had a packet of ketchup.... I got really stuck on a solo trip, pretty deep in. Took me over two hours to dig out.
@submissions72
4 жыл бұрын
Where do you ride off road in New Jersey spurge?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
New Jersey has hundreds of miles of dirt and sand roads you can ride with any licensed street legal ADV and dual sport bike. You need to make sure your bike is plated and insured for road use. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest and Wharton State Forest are two great places to start.
@syumassh
4 жыл бұрын
Man, you’re getting big!
@robertpolkamp
4 жыл бұрын
I know barbers are closed but bro, your way to old for a bun or that length unless you like your hair pulled during buggery. Good advice as usual.
@DeviantMoto
4 жыл бұрын
Why not just change your oil after every ride? I carry an extra filter with me and do it when I get gas. Can never be too careful.
@sofloemir
3 жыл бұрын
I feel like these bikes need more maintenance than being ridden lol. go for a fun ride, and start taking the bike apart lol
@andyt3343
3 жыл бұрын
Xr 150 Honda, any tips? I'm a noob
@BasicBeachCommunity1
4 жыл бұрын
Jersey shore? Gtl?
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
Jersey has over 200,000 acres of Pineland forest with all kinds of deep woods roads and trails. I could take you to places in Jersey and you'd never in a million years guess where you were. You just have to be comfortable riding in sandy swampland.
@BasicBeachCommunity1
4 жыл бұрын
@@SpurgeonDunbar I love NJ. I was born in Livingston... Grandma is in Toms River...I'd never have guessed you were from NJ...Sounds awesome!
@SpurgeonDunbar
4 жыл бұрын
@@BasicBeachCommunity1 I'm from PA, but riding in NJ is only 45 minutes from where I live in Philly!
@BasicBeachCommunity1
4 жыл бұрын
@@SpurgeonDunbar Nice. My family went to VA. to get out of CA. Lol. That's good to hear in case I move...
@malvinacarabas5768
4 жыл бұрын
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@charanxp
Жыл бұрын
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@philspaces7213
4 жыл бұрын
Nineteenth
@maldridge7630
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, so the rumors are true; KTMs are really poorly built, with subpar materials in key components... smh
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