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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-30-2025, 09:03 PM
Replies: 456
Views: 56,858
Posted By Thumper
You can see that the lower fork mount on the...

You can see that the lower fork mount on the shock that there is room for drilling new holes for lowering the bike.

Some Templar owners know all about this ;)
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-27-2025, 06:54 AM
Replies: 456
Views: 56,858
Posted By Thumper
Maybe the long term solution is to just get a KTM...

Maybe the long term solution is to just get a KTM fuel tank and fuel pump. Lightsmith already proved the capacity of the OEM tank is less than 2 gallons. That is a race tank :hmm:
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-26-2025, 11:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,146
Posted By Thumper
A mallet driven impact driver is awesome for...

A mallet driven impact driver is awesome for breaking loose or making the final tightening on hex or allen bolts as well as philips head screws. It can extend the life of them!

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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-26-2025, 10:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,146
Posted By Thumper
An impact driver is great for tightening or...

An impact driver is great for tightening or loosening Philips screws on a motorcycle. Less than $10 and it keeps screws from getting gnarled up.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-25-2025, 05:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By Thumper
Great news! If I could only give up beer and...

Great news! If I could only give up beer and tater tots, I'd be there with ya :lmao:
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-23-2025, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 648
Posted By Thumper
Pics!? How many miles? Mods?

Pics!? How many miles? Mods?
Forum: Video and Pics 03-23-2025, 05:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 856
Posted By Thumper
Revving up while in gear could have been the...

Revving up while in gear could have been the clutch partially engaged (cable too tight).

The clacking you hear with the clutch basket in place without the pressure plates could easily be the...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 03-21-2025, 08:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,292
Posted By Thumper
The main thing is you buy what you want....

The main thing is you buy what you want. Specifications at the top, price at the bottom. Happy or not, you choose what you want. The bottom line is that you are the only person that needs to be...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-21-2025, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,349
Posted By Thumper
Here is the top post on charging system, starting...

Here is the top post on charging system, starting issues, etc. Regardless of what's wrong, follow through this. Bypassing the solenoid is covered in case you just have a bad solenoid.
...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-21-2025, 02:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,349
Posted By Thumper
Try pressing the foot brake while you try to...

Try pressing the foot brake while you try to start it. Or the hand brake.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-20-2025, 05:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By Thumper
Base Templar is probably different. MAKE SURE. ...

Base Templar is probably different. MAKE SURE.
https://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=32177

Measure before ordering. Look at POST # 1 in the Templar resource guide.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-20-2025, 09:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By Thumper
You will probably need a chain link tool to...

You will probably need a chain link tool to remove a couple of links when you drop to 42 or 40T on the back. Same chain though (Templar, I don't know about the Titan, but chain size is listed on the...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 03-19-2025, 07:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,594
Posted By Thumper
Then buy one. Don't let anyone convince you that...

Then buy one. Don't let anyone convince you that weight is consequential on an ADV/tour bike.
My guess is that after a couple of adventures off the pavement, you will choose to stay on pavement....
Forum: Adventure Bikes 03-18-2025, 05:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,594
Posted By Thumper
Huh? Totally disagree... The whole point of...

Huh? Totally disagree... The whole point of adv/tour is in fact the ability to leave the pavement! Weight is definitely the enemy off the pavement. And you need more height and ground clearance.
...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 03-16-2025, 10:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,594
Posted By Thumper
Gotta say the KTM 390 Adv X weighs less, and has...

Gotta say the KTM 390 Adv X weighs less, and has KTM engineering and build quality. Overall, a fantastic bike. Reviews of previous KTM adventure bikes have been very good overall. They've tried to...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-19-2025, 02:04 PM
Replies: 456
Views: 56,858
Posted By Thumper
I have planned to get a larger tank (KTM) and...

I have planned to get a larger tank (KTM) and compatible pump.

That's another solution. Running on the top half of the tank can also minimize the work for the pump

....Or sell the bike
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-12-2025, 11:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,813
Posted By Thumper
That would be the Templar series. Full size and...

That would be the Templar series. Full size and almost $2000 for the X.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-12-2025, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,813
Posted By Thumper
Check out the XPro Storm DLX 250 from PSM. At...

Check out the XPro Storm DLX 250 from PSM. At $1249 plus $300 shipping, it is a bargain. 5 speed, but it is an adequate bike for a teenager. It has smaller wheels, which help keep the cost down, but...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-11-2025, 03:38 PM
Replies: 1,916
Views: 1,055,047
Posted By Thumper
On the shifter issue... check to make sure that...

On the shifter issue... check to make sure that the clutch is getting engaged fully (adjustment at the lever). I know it wasn't running, but if the engine is pushing on the gearbox, the shifter will...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-11-2025, 12:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,394
Posted By Thumper
I don't think a 250 is safe for a passenger....

I don't think a 250 is safe for a passenger. Well, I certainly would not get on the back of one!

The Paladin actually is one of the few Chinese 250s that have good enough/stiff enough...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-11-2025, 05:36 AM
Replies: 1,916
Views: 1,055,047
Posted By Thumper
When the throttle cable is routed with minimal...

When the throttle cable is routed with minimal bending, it should snap back instantly when you twist and release it. It makes a solid clunk when the slide drops closed. If it resists closing at all,...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-10-2025, 06:22 PM
Replies: 1,916
Views: 1,055,047
Posted By Thumper
Spark?, Fuel? Your not exactly helping us...

Spark?, Fuel?

Your not exactly helping us help you. Kill switch? Checked wiring behind the headlight? So many unanswered questions.

Does the starter button turn the engine over? It seems that...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-10-2025, 02:59 PM
Replies: 1,916
Views: 1,055,047
Posted By Thumper
All great points. Keep the throttle cable as...

All great points. Keep the throttle cable as straight as possible
I removed it, hang it, and spray silicon lube from.the top. Then with tank removed, find the straightest route with minimal bending...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-09-2025, 01:18 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,401
Posted By Thumper
I think you mean 0.004", not mm. That's 0.1mm ...

I think you mean 0.004", not mm. That's 0.1mm
Intake should be at or below that (0.002"-0.004"), exhaust can be 0.005" since it can heat up more and you don't want to risk it leaking.

Here is a...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-08-2025, 04:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,394
Posted By Thumper
Well, rude maybe. But mostly just dumb. :crazy:...

Well, rude maybe. But mostly just dumb. :crazy: These motorcycles have specifications, and TONS of comments about them here. All of them are great values, really. But the one that best fits what I...
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