Here is my 2017 KTM 300 XCW when it was brand new. This is a great trail / hard enduro motorcycle. Fully guarded out and set up to go deep into the Hawaiian jungle. We have some of the best riding in the world here IMO. There is countless acreage right behind my house with some of the toughest riding I have ever seen. These trails will turn a real man into a baby. All single track riding with non stop car size rocks weaving back and forth across large river crossings. Hill climbs, mud rocks etc. It requires a high level of Trials style riding to enjoy these trails. There is also a much mellower full blown moto park at Kahuku motor cross park. This is where you will find A-B-C level riding that will accommodate all abilities. Since the above bike pic, I have put over 3000 miles of single track on this bike making it due for a serious refresh and clean up. I ride right out of my garage so doing a full proper clean up after each ride is not for me. I sometimes ride 3-4 days a week and only do a real clean up when its wet and nasty. I ride my favorite small loop where it is 1 hour garage to garage but that time requires hauling serious A**. Cleaning the bike after each ride would make it far less appetizing to do every day. I call it a quick rip. Here is my loop (Handshift-Beautifuls-Leroys)if you know than you know! If you want to see it here it is. VIDEO Looks are very deceiving trust me.
Must have upgrades for the perfect hard enduro setup.
Front brake disc guard Go through the rocks with no worry of damaging your brake disc.
Rear brake disc guard Go through the rocks with no worry of damaging your brake disc.
Skid plate frame-pipe guard Another tool that allows you fly through the rocks without worrying about taking damage to the frame or your exhaust pipe.
Radiator guards Heavy duty aluminum radiator guards. Prevents punctures from trees and debris.
Radiator fan A must have for those slower high revving trails in warmer climates. keeps a big bore bike cool on the hottest rides. Easy to install.
Tubliss tire inserts Remove the tube with these inserts. Reduces flats and enables you to run really low tire pressure on those super slick days.
Hand guards Good hand guards will save your fingers and hands in a wreck. Do not cheap out here. These are high quality.
Hand Guard Bar Mounts Use these mounts to connect the hand guards directly to the handlebar mounts on the bike. Super strong and an OEM look. No jenky bolt on clamps.
Headlight upgrade Best headlight made. Pick you make and model year and the type of lighting you want. I have the pro version with 4 wide angles. Some versions have 2 spot and 2 wides. This would be a better setup for extremely high speeds like racing in the desert. At slower trail speeds i prefer wise agle for close rage brightness. both are great combos. Any light from these guys id pro racing quality. PIC OF MY HEAD LIGHT IN ACTION
Older Motorcycle Refresh (For Sale Or For Keeps)
If you have an older bike and want to make it nice again, consider these items for a refresh. I was considering fixing my bike up to increase the resale value. I wanted to hand off my bike to a new owner with confidence that they would not only enjoy the bike but get many years of good use with no issue. When doing a refresh there is a mix between making the bike look nice as well as addressing any present or future mechanical issues. The extent of your refresh depends on the current condition of the bike. Be aware that there is no making an old bike new again. I want to be cautious about spending money in the right places getting a good return on my investment. Here are the products that I replaced on my bike to bring it back to top condition. Be sure to confirm Year Make Model fitment when purchasing these parts. Spoiler Alert: My refresh turned out killer and I am highly considering keeping the bike. 😀
Aftermarket plastics kit OEM quality plastic kit to refresh the entire plastic set. This has the most bang for the buck. Need decals if interested.
Decals Coming Soon!
Lock on hand grips Very easy to install and no need for glue or tie wire. This is the only way to go.
Chain Ultra high quality X ring chain. Pre lubed with sealed links. If you use a cheap chain and it breaks in the middle of nowhere? Use a trusted name brand chain.
Extra master link In the rare event you have an issue with a broken master link clip or a broken chain, having one of these in you pack will save you a world of grief.
Front wheel bearings Easy to replace and gets those wheels spinning like new. If there is any slop in the bearing at all it needs to be changed.
Front & Rear brakes Good quality brake pads are essential for proper stopping power. Makes the brakes feel like new again.
Carburetor vent line 6’ Any fuel lines need to be replaced every year due to the fuel eating away at it. They will harden, swell and ultimately fail. keep the fuel and air flowing properly.
Deep cleaning non painted aluminum parts and pieces. (Cylinder head, swing arm, wheel hubs, brake calipers. aluminum guards, etc.) VIDEO
How To:
Spray the acid cleaner directly onto the chemical resistant detailing brush.
Agitate onto the surface to achieve full coverage. Allow to dwell for about a minute. Continue to agitate until the grime is broken down. Do not let dry. Rinse throughly.
Apply alkaline APC to the surface to neutralize and remaining acid cleaner. Agitate with the detailing brush as needed. Rinse throughly.
Apply water for a final rinse. Be sure to full remove all cleaners at this point.
Dry with a clean microfiber towel.
Apply sealant directly to the surface or when applying near delicate items like brake discs, spray directly onto a micro fiber towel and spread evenly. use a clean microfiber towel and buff to a slick feeling and a bright shine. Do not get sealant on brake pads or discs.
****Caution**** Acid cleaner can strip paint, etch metals and damage rubber components. Practice and test in an inconspicuous area first to get to know the product. If you are not completely sure of the possible outcome do not use an acid cleaner. Use the APC instead. Cleaning will be less but risk of damage is less also.
Products needed:
Acid wheel cleaner Very powerful cleaner for the toughest of detailing jobs. If you need it you need it. If you don’t use an APC. Read caution above.
Alkaline all purpose cleaner (APC) Very high quality alkaline all purpose cleaner. This is concentrated and needs to be diluted. HOW TO PROPERLY DILUTE APC
Spray bottles Great low cost spray bottles for diluting your products.
Chemical resistant detailing brush 10% OFF Code hawaii10 A chemical resistant brush is required when using strong cleaners. This is a high quality brush. Rinse thoroughly after use.
All purpose micro fiber towels (High Quality) These are ultra high quality towels that last a very long time when cared for properly. Worth the $.
Spray Sealant or Amazon Extremely durable spray sealant that will leave behind a slick shiny surface. Makes future cleaning a breeze. Reapply as needed to maintain effectiveness. Easy to use.