KTM Features

LATEST KTM Features

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  KTM Unveils 2015 SX Models

  KTM unleashes its 2015 motocross models, which feature a host of changes on both its four-stroke and two-stroke offerings

  Jun. 04, 2014
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  2014 KTM 500 EXC Dual-Sport Test

  We test the 2014 KTM 500 EXC dual-sport dirt bike on the trail and the street

  Mar. 26, 2014
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  KTM Releases Dakar 450 Rally Replica

  KTM offers a Dakar Rally replica based on Mark Coma's winning bike

  Feb. 26, 2014
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  MX Trail Bike: Adding Off-Road Lights to Your Dirt Bike

  We install a Baja Designs Enduro headlight and taillight to our off-road trail bike

  Jan. 16, 2013
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  Cycra Racing Dirt Bike Hand Guard Review

  Installing off-road-style hand guards on our KTM dirt bike to protect the "Money Makers"

  Aug. 29, 2012
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  MX Trail Bike: Adding More Torque & Traction

  We update our KTM motocross bike to tackle the trails with sprocket changes, new tires and a new flywheel

  Jun. 12, 2012
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  MX Trail Bike: Fuel & Armor Upgrades

  We add a large fuel tank and skid plate protection to our off-road MX Trail Bike

  Mar. 19, 2012
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  That ‘70s Bike: Rokon VMX Bike Build, Part 2

  We take the next step in our Rokon VMX dirt bike build to make it a great vintage racer

  Oct. 27, 2011
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  KTM 300 MXC Dirt Bike Refresh

  Updating our 2003 KTM 300 MXC within a reasonable budget

  Dec. 29, 2010
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  Don't Ask: Super Hunky Answers Your Dirt Bike Tech Questions (May)

  Super Hunky returns to answer more dirt bike tech questions. You have been duly warned, so don't snivel.

  May. 03, 2010
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  Dirt Bike Handling Upgrades You Can Do

  Make your dirt bike suit your riding style with just a wrench.

  Apr. 19, 2010
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  Don't Ask: Dirt Bike Tech Questions Answered (April)

  Sieman "Super Hunky" tackles reader dirt bike questions about a Honda CRF230F, a Yamaha YZ125, a Kawasaki KX60, a Yamaha TTR230 and more.

  Apr. 12, 2010
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  Closer Look at Factory Motocross & Supercross Bikes

  Here's a quick walk through the pits of the Toronto round of the AMA Supercross Series, the FIM World Enduro Championship and the Canadian National Motocross Series.

  Mar. 17, 2010
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  Project Old School KTM 380: Replacing the Chassis

  In our last installment, we swap out the chassis for a 2005 model and upgrade a few other parts in the meantime.

  Dec. 07, 2009
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  Project Old School KTM 380: Rebuilding the Bottom End

  In our last installment, the 380 motor was back from getting the crank rebuilt and the cylinder porting cleaned up. Now it's time for the bottom end.

  Nov. 04, 2009
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  Project Old School KTM 380: Rebuilding the Forks

  Having ridden a 2002 model bike with stock 43mm forks we can say that we think something was probably done to our forks because the stock 2002 forks had a near deadly mid-stroke harshness that our forks didn't exhibit at all.

  Sep. 22, 2009
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  Project Old School KTM 380: Motor Clean-Up and Modifications

  Our main objective was to rebuild both the top and bottom end to ensure our 380 engine has a long life. In addition we kept a keen eye out for anything else suspect that needed attention and ordered replacement parts where needed, such as the kick-start p

  Aug. 24, 2009
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  Don't Ask: Super Hunky is At It Again

  Rick Sieman answers your dirtbike questions on crank stuffers, silencers, glowing pipes and crud in your bowl. Or is it called "mung"?

  Aug. 01, 2009
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  Project Old School KTM 380: Splitting the Case

  When a bike is left to sit for extended periods of time the seals can dry out and become brittle and prone to leaking.

  Mar. 18, 2009
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  Project Old School KTM 380: Chassis Tear Down

  Another area of a used bike to check thoroughly is that of the chassis and other attached parts. This includes things like suspension, swingarm and steering head bearings as well as a general inspection of the frame and swingarm for cracks or extreme wear

  Feb. 23, 2009