Damn this centre stand...

03 KTM 640 LC4 Adventure discussion forum:


Damn this centre stand...

Damn this centre stand... 
JayKay said 2003-10-27 00:04 
 
What a great bike. But careful on the dismount. The centre stand is awkward to use and impossible on rough ground. A rough mountain track after an inch of rain made standing the bike a real challenge. What a dilemma, do you find neutral and attempt a dismount while the bike wants to take off down the mountain, or leave it in gear and then try to find neutral to restart which will leave you about 5 minutes behind everyone else while you are dicking around with the gear lever. Can anyone else start the bike in gear with the clutch in?? Mine will only start in neutral which is frustrating and annoying especially when you stall in heavy traffic and cant find neutral. I won´t go offroading with a full tank of juice again. The bike is way too top heavy in tight turns. But once the fuel has burnt off it becomes easier to handle and good fun. And no worries with range. My mates had to refuel 3 times and i still had a quarter of a tank left. The tyres are great on bitumen and straight sandy roads but I found the tyres not adequate on loose surfaces. Will order a set of knobbys today. Does anyone know of a way to make the pocket above the headlights and speedo safe to store your small stuff. Its handy for throwing your keys in but i worry they wont be there when i get home after some fun acceleration and cornering??  
 
<<Previous          Answer          Discussion overview          Report spam          Next>>

Comments, questions and answersEnter a comment or answer to this message

You can post your question, answer or comment as a guest. Or enter your e-mail to join the forum and get notifcations of new messages.

 
Title 		 
Signature
Optional e-mail
Enter your e-mail to join the forum and get notification of answers and new messages. You can unsubscribe with a single click. Bikez does not display, sell or misuse e-mail addresses.
Message text

Describe technical issues in detail to get quality answers. You can offer or request second-hand parts and equipment as a privat person. Bikez reserves the right to remove any improper or commercial content.
Accept that we store and display the message.  

 

More 2003 KTM 640 LC4 Adventure information

Our discussion forums are intended for short messages. We also welcome more extensive motorcycle reviews.

Bikez also recommends that you check out the technical data and the riders' rating for the 03 KTM 640 LC4 Adventure. You can also rate it yourself. Use our efficient motorcycle classifieds to sell or buy this bike. Your motorbike gets a high quality presentation. Ads are free.