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Woody146 said:
Only slip on and fueling dongle for me. Runs great!
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Think imma get a custom map done on a dyno. Well 2, i'll leave the factory air cleaner and filter on for the one and then i'll do another with the air filter completely removed and the top part of the air cleaner gone too. Not exactly the same set up as a rottweiler intake but should be close enough to replicate. Time constraints make switching the actual factory air cleaner for the rott in between dyno pulls not something i wish to pursue and/or pay for. I figure the above test would be a close enough simulation. Bet there will be almost zero difference.
 
Anyone need a stock 701 muffler? Need to get rid of this damn thing as its been taking up space. Willing to let it go for cheap cheap cheap.
 
chrisweir.com said:
Seems like a mixed bag. Owners, would you buy again?
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Yes. No one dates a supermodel and expects them to be as hassle free as the guy/girl next door. It'd be a unicorn if it was also trouble free but, as it stands, it's capable and fun enough to offset (most of) the frustrations.
 
I love mine! Would buy again, but not new. Not a 15 k bike imo. But sub 10k. Yes
 
JesasaurusRex said:
Ya, paid 13 something after ttl. It's not worth that
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I got the paperwork from the original owner. He paid 14,8 otd. When. I was looking for a new one, that was the same price I was quoted from the same dealer. Add the obligatory slip on. Boom, over 15 grand. Finding a 2017 + on Craigslist is the way to do it imo.


Added more parts to the bike:
Zeta Xc handguard signals with powermadd mirrors
KTM 690 oem skid plate
Scott’s damper with brp mounts
KTM Evo airbox lid
Warp 9 enduro pegs


Making the bike even more fun!
 
The ole butt dyno says the Evo airbox lid opens the bike up. Much more prone to pop that front end up. Much stronger pulling through the whole rev range. All in all, not a bad mod for 38$ Shipped

Cheap and easy way to free up hp without going for the Rottweiler kit and pcv..bike still runs great and I don’t see a need for any tuning with just the Evo lid and a slip on. Idk what the fueling dongle actually does... but that is on there too

Had to trim the plastic flange on the outside. also trimmed the inside to match the oem airbox and how it sits flush on the filter where it attaches to the airbox

https://www.ktm-parts.com/765061020...MIu6Cqz9HG4AIV7B-tBh0wawMaEAQYASABEgJ_LfD_BwE

The brp and Scott’s also cured ALL the issues I was having at speed. The slight rise also makes more comfortable when standing.

The powermadd mirrors suck in comparison to a set of crg’s. But really clean up the look with mirrors/ handguard/smoked blinkers all in one.

The skid plate keeps most of the crap off the motor but it still gets by, will need to remove when winter is over for a. Good clean.

Also, some brembo lcf fluid really made the brakes work better. Not seeing a real NEED to add an rcs other than bling factor.....also saw a monoblock caliper conversion. Drool. Don’t. Buy.
 
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any front brake squeal from you 701 guys? feels like my front rotor is warped actually but i donno if i'm imagining things. Don't ride that bike near hard enough to where i'd think that's possible.
 
Woody146 said:
The ole butt dyno says the Evo airbox lid opens the bike up. Much more prone to pop that front end up. Much stronger pulling through the whole rev range. All in all, not a bad mod for 38$ Shipped

Cheap and easy way to free up hp without going for the Rottweiler kit and pcv..bike still runs great and I don’t see a need for any tuning with just the Evo lid and a slip on. Idk what the fueling dongle actually does... but that is on there too

Had to trim the plastic flange on the outside. also trimmed the inside to match the oem airbox and how it sits flush on the filter where it attaches to the airbox

https://www.ktm-parts.com/765061020...MIu6Cqz9HG4AIV7B-tBh0wawMaEAQYASABEgJ_LfD_BwE
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Do you have the fuel dongle thingy installed? Thanks for the link...I might have to buy and check it out. Currently not running fuel dongle, pcv. Just have a slip-on.

JesasaurusRex said:
any front brake squeal from you 701 guys? feels like my front rotor is warped actually but i donno if i'm imagining things. Don't ride that bike near hard enough to where i'd think that's possible.
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Mine did on occasion some miles ago...it went away though.
 
DTM74 said:
Mine did on occasion some miles ago...it went away though.
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no pulsating brake lever? only really noticeable at low speed for me, wondering if this is tolerance in the floating design or what. No clue how to measure run out correctly on a floating rotor. Maybe i'll pull the pads and take a gander.
 
DTM74 said:
Do you have the fuel dongle thingy installed? Thanks for the link...I might have to buy and check it out. Currently not running fuel dongle, pcv. Just have a slip-on.



Mine did on occasion some miles ago...it went away though.
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Yea sorry, that was not clear. Yes I have the fueling dongle installed.

The airbox does increase sound of the bike. The suction of the intake is almost louder than the slip on.
 
JesasaurusRex said:
any front brake squeal from you 701 guys? feels like my front rotor is warped actually but i donno if i'm imagining things. Don't ride that bike near hard enough to where i'd think that's possible.
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I have had it off and on. Usually after a water wash or wet ride. I douse the rotor and caliper in simple green. Then hit the rotor with brake clean on a new rag and it stops.

I THINK the abs messes with lever feel. Not too sure.


The storage space is the SOLE reason I want the rott intake kit...
 
JesasaurusRex said:
contemplating putting the rott intake back on JUST for the storage space. Sketch riding around with no tire plug kit.
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That's why I typically ride with a backpack...or fanny pack (dont hate)
 
JesasaurusRex said:
how loud is your guys valve train? feel like my motors gonna blow up again. Not down on power, just noisy as hell.
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they are noisy motors for sure, but i'm sure with how long you've had your bike, you know what it sounds like. mine sounds like any other 690 i've had, not good, but normal for KTM :)
 
It actually sounds like my damn decompression weights are loose again. Guess ill pull the valve cover ahead of time this go round to see wtf is going on.
 
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