Evan’s Answers 1: Finding KTM 500 Parts
In Evan’s Answers I attempt to respond with sound advice to questions regarding motorcycles sent to me from visitors of this website. If you would like to pick my brain just email me.
Chad writes:
I reaquired my first race bike, a 85 KTM 500 MXC. I am having a very difficult time finding a good Elba headlight [...]
Me on the KTM 300exc in Colorado
Evan Fell Kicking Ass, originally uploaded by evanfell.
Epic riding recently.
The riding in the Taylor Park area of central Colorado is simply amazing. Nothing compares to it on the east coast.
This is somewhere off of Italian Creek Trail before reaching the Flag Trail Trailhead. The side of this rock wash is sheer cliff. Fun!
1982 Honda Nighthawk 450
1982 Honda Nighthawk 450, originally uploaded by evanfell.
This is my 1982 Honda Nighthawk 450. What a fun little bike these are. This is about as close as you can get to a perfect city commuter bike. I am of course partial to a CB350 or kin, but this Nighthawk 450 sure fits the bill pretty [...]
My 1986 Honda CR250R
1986 Honda CR250R, originally uploaded by evanfell.
I have now owned a couple different 1986 250 two-stroke MX bikes. My first real dirtbike was this 1986 Kawasaki KX250 which I haven’t written about yet – but here is a photo.
This Honda CR250 was a little beat up but I was able to buy it for a [...]
My 1986 Honda CMX450 Rebel
1986 Honda CMX450 Rebel, originally uploaded by evanfell.
The Honda CMX450 was only made for a couple years in the mid 1980’s. It was essentially the big brother of the Honda CMX250 Rebel. The 450 uses the same motor as the CM400 with with a few extra cc’s. The CMX450 as has a sixth gear so [...]
My Yamaha XS650s and my XS650 Fantasies
Yamaha XS650 values have been skyrocketing the last few years. The early models in particular are quite valuable. However, they were sold in such large numbers over such a long duration that it is still possible to find some old junkers for pretty cheap.
I picked up the two XS650 specials below for a ‘bargain’. I [...]
Riding a Motorcycle Across Loose Terrain
For many riders beginning to venture off-road the biggest challenge they face is riding across loose terrain. When riding on pavement traction is consistent leading to predictable acceleration, cornering, and braking. There is also little need to monitor wheel position, suspension action, or balance – on the road, it’s all a no brainer.
When a [...]
Ute Trail, East of Salida, CO on the KTM 300exc
Ute Trail, East of Salida, CO on the KTM 300exc, originally uploaded by evanfell.
Some amazing riding over the last couple weeks. More to come!
What Oil Should I Use in My Motorcycle?
I see this debate going on in every motorcycle forum continuously, so I am going to weigh in with my thoughts. Opinions on oil are like a**holes, everybody has one. I have owned an maintained 60-70 motorcycles of all varieties and have never had one oil related failure These are the guidelines I go by.
Auto [...]
How to Restore a Vintage Motorcycle Wheel
Restoring the wheel of an old beat up motorcycle is a labor intensive job, but if done right it is comopletely worth it.
For these instructions I’m going to use some photos from a 1971 Yamaha RD350
When a bike is left outside for a long period of time it rusts, oxidizes, and generally just looks terrible. [...]
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I have owned nearly every make and model of vintage Japanese motorcycle as well as a number of other Europeans and more modern bikes. I do everything from simple fixes to full restorations. I also travel and ride every chance I get.
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