news on ktm 450 atv

[cbr]

does anyone have any new news on the ktm quads? release date, photos? i talked to a ktm dealership guy and he said ktm and polaris did have a fall out. but what i understand, they(polaris) will still buy/use ktm motors in there outlaw 525.hopefully they are done doing R&D on these and will be going into production before to long. i really hope to see some photos of these ktm quads very soon!

[nightmare311]

yes i want to know to... anyone...

[cbr]

hey nightmare311, who was the mx guy from ohio that got to ride the prototype quad? because im about ready to look up his number and get some info from him. J/K IM SO ANXIOUS TO SEE THIS THING! THE SPORT QUADS HAVE CAME ALONG WAY IN THE LAST 10 YEARS AND THIS ISNT EVEN THE TOP OF THE ICEBURG SO TO SPEAK. SORRY FORGOT TO TAKE CAPS LOCK OFF.DOH!

[don_carallo]

..the KTM atv test rider is Adam Clark

[Scro]

http://www.********.com/machines/ktm/ktm450sneak-peak.html

It's A-T-V-S-C-E-N-E

[cbr]

someone said in the new atv insider-that tim farr signed a 1 year contract with ktm. sweet!

[cbr]

i talked to 'my' ktm dealership guy today, he said we wont see anything til MAYBE at the dealer show in august. i talked to a guy that sponsors tim farr, and he said we might see him riding/racing a prototype ktm by mid summer. but what i understand is ktm is suppose to release the '525' first, and then the 450. come on already!

[don_carallo]

..the 520cc will be released before than the 450cc, possible this year, and the 450cc will released next year, about 6months laters than the 520cc

but nobody knows surely nothing

my dirtwheels showed a pic of the ktm 450. it looks veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy similar to the ltr 450

[ThePhantomRider]

The picture you saw was a Dirt Wheels Photoshop, that is not what the KTM will look like. At that time, KTM released test photos/footage, and the plastic they were running at the time was generic aftermarket 250r style plastic.

If you look at KTM styling, expect to see a more angular look to their bodywork. They use more straight edges and crisp lines with their motorcycles that should carry over to their atv's...should look pretty sweet if they follow the look of their concept drawings that came out the middle of last year. I'll see if I can dig them up.

TPR

[ThePhantomRider]

Here is a selection of pictures I have....This is what you saw in Dirt Wheels....

[ThePhantomRider]

Here are some concept drawings from KTM...

[ThePhantomRider]

Oops, here's the 1st one

[ThePhantomRider]

Here's another concept....

[ThePhantomRider]

And here is a MS Paint drawing I did...ignore the aluminum frame, this started as a KFX 450, so in all likeliehood it will be at best Chrome Moly or Mild Steel...lets hope for the moly frame.

TPR

sude that photoshop of the kfx with ktm style graphics looks sick. Hopefully it looks somewhat like that.

[TWISTED DINLI]

i hope it don't look like the concept pics because thats uuuuuugly:huh

[Booth440ex]

I know that the price is HIGH 8. and that there will be less than 120 of them coming to the United states this year.

[cdale2002]

I read in a magizine that KTM announced they won't release their 525 until spring of 2008

[don_carallo]

..i´ve heard that the will release their 525 about 6 months before that their 450

perhaps they will release their 450 on 2007-2008

[toybreaker]

what's this pic??
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/twad5w/ktm20quad500.jpg:eek: :eek:

[Booth440ex]

looks like the pre production units because they have the ohins shocks and most likely the production units are going to have White Power

[Booth440ex]

can you post a web link to this pic for me please

[katch26]

http://pinitmotorsportsmc.com/

[don_carallo]

..why would KTM release his new ATV in that website? and without information about him?

[toybreaker]

why would I find this quote on YFZcentral

maybe they haven't got Canams advertising budget:)



Well this is my first post and I hope ya like it....

CHASSIS
1 Advanced engineering produced a strong light weight ATV, weight 356 lbs.
2 Frame has many hrs of durability testing with no breakage or signs of fatigue.
3 Frame design offers easy service and a 450 or 525 bolt in engine option.
4 Swing arm shaft and countershaft position enhance handling and suspension.
5 Durable tested tough light weight skid plates on frame and swing arm.
6 Rear axle cam type bearing carrier has quality tapered bearings for long life
7 Axle cam type bearing carrier and swing arm offer quick and easy chain adj.
8 Rear axle bearing carrier comes with easy access grease fitting for lubrication.
9 Rear axle is very strong with an axle retainer nut system that holds position
1 Chassis and frame designed with light weight secured fastener nuts.
2 Removable rear sub-frame is strong and light weight with built in flag holder.
3 Light weight front uprights reduce camber change during jounce & rebound.
4 Common Industry wheel bolt patterns reduce rider transition cost to KTM
5 Maxxis race ready tires set a new standard for production performance level.
6 Douglas wheels with a new strong light weight design raise performance level
7 Self locking rear axle nuts allow quick hub and tire changes for GNCC racing.
8 Well designed and tested wheel base and chassis width make ATV race ready.
9 Well designed suspension and chassis allow ATV ride height to easily change.
10 Quality 520 O-ring chain used for long life and reduced adjustment intervals.
1 Swing arm chain guards and built in chain guide well designed and durable.
SUSPENSION
1 Ohlins dual rate springs with adjustable cross over on the front.
2 Front shocks have adjustable preload, compression and rebound adj.
3 Front upper control arms mount with adjustable Hym.joint bearings.
4 Front lower control arms mount with replaceable needle bearings
5 All control arms offer serviceable ball joints for reduced service cost
6 The upper control arms offer complete adj. of camber and caster.
7 Well engineered front and rear suspension offer 11 inches of wheel travel
8 Ohlins PDS reservoir rear shock with preload, comp. & rebound ADJ
9 Ohlins PDS system allows a no link design for reduced weight & maintenance
1 Ohlins PDS stands for progressive damping systems (dual piston design)
2 No link suspension adds ground clearance and makes rear shock change quick
STEERING
1 Steering stem and frame designed to bolt on advanced level steering stabilizer
2 Multi position handle bar mounting system for rider comfort or preference
3 Steering system turning radius very good with strong durable steering stops
4 Lower steering stem bearing designed for long life and race ready performance
5 Steering stem design sets a new bench mark for industry in strength & weight.
6 Upper steering stem bearing designed for low drag & sealed for long life.
7 Steering stem and handle bars proved strong under long term durability test
BRAKES
1 Front brakes by Magura are powerful 4 piston fixed caliper design.
2 Front rotors are a high quality self cleaning floating design
3 Front brake lines are steel braded for increased power & performance
4 Rear brakes by Magura are powerful single piston floating caliper design.
5 Rear brake rotor is of high quality with the self cleaning mud design.
6 The rear brake master cylinder and reservoir are all one light weight unit
7 The power, performance and Anti-fade of all the brakes is outstanding.
8 A very effective, lightweight parking brake system locks the front wheels
ENGINE
1 Engine- ready to race 4 stroke 525-53 hp or a 450-49 hp
2 Hydraulic clutch offers smooth consistent operation from start to finish.
3 Clutch cover designed into engine side cover for quick service of clutch
4 Engine uses one engine oil for gearbox and engine with no external oil tank
5 Side case on engine includes an engine oil site glass for quick oil level checks
6 Engine has two main oil filters, two bottom end strainers and a drain magnet
7 Valve adjustment is very easy in chassis, no shims or teardown needed.
8 Spark plug can be serviced with out any restrictions from fuel tank or plastic.
9 Radiator is state of the art with the correct capacity shape and installed angle
10 Cooling system is thermostatically controlled with a temp. controlled fan.
1 Radiator is state of the art with the correct capacity shape and installed angle
2 Cooling system is thermostatically controlled with a temp. controlled fan.
3 Magura Clutch system uses mineral based fluid in the system not brake fluid.
4 The clutch system performance and durability proved to be outstanding
CONTROLS
1 Hand levers are adjustable for front brake and clutch system free play.
2 Rear brake lever with bearing pivot is aluminum and fully adjustable.
3 Reverse lever is located so clutch and Rev are controlled by the same hand
4 Shifter is strong light weight aluminum with good grip
5 Parking brake system utilizes front brake master cylinder, no extra weight
6 Custom bend, strong light weight tapered handle bars ready for hand guards
FUEL, INTAKE, EXHAUST
1 Fuel tank with rider friendly design holds 3.7 gallons of fuel with reserve.
2 Carb. is a flat slide 39mm CR Keihin with a choke, hot start and spray pump
3 Carb. controls and adjustments like idle and jet changes offer easy access
4 Quick release seat and air box lid make a quick no tool air filter service
5 Air intake system is designed for mud and water prevention with snorkel
6 Air box is designed and ready for increased airflow under dry conditions
7 High performance light weight exhaust system with a sound decimal of 94
ELECTRICAL
1 Key and light panel includes a natural, reverse and oil press lamp
2 Combination switch pack nicely controls the starter and lighting functions
3 ATV is electric start in any gear including reverse with the clutch lever in
4 ATV has front and rear lights with a lever and pedal activated brake lamp
5 The engine is equipped with a 200w charging coil for extra light capacity.
6 Battery, starter, fuses and organized harness connector panel easy to access
7 CDI ignition can be set for high performance or full race with out tooling
8 Engine RPM is limited to 4000 in reverse limiting speed in rev to 11mph.
TRIM
1 Hood and plastic very easy to remove for service and adjustments
2 Rear plastic modular with air box and ready for air intake modification
3 Rear fenders have release or cut out ready for sand dune flag installation
4 Handle bars and controls are hand guard compatible for quick installation
5 Foot pegs are of race ready quality with nurf bar mounts included
6 Rear fenders designed for Hard Equipment mud extensions if needed
7 Front and rear bumpers are removable for replacement
8 Seat offers good traction and comfort for rider
9 Cable and wire guide on front of steering stem offers great organization
10 Sensational rider ergonomics designed with pro riders for pro riders.
SAFETY
1 Thumb throttle offers throttle limit screw and idle position switch
2 ATV is wired with a race ready tether switch to kill ignition if needed
3 Clutch lever starter interrupt switch prevent cranking or starting in gear
4 Heel guards are standard for heel and foot protection
5 Frame and foot pegs are ready for installation of competition nurf bars
6 Key needed for start up adds security to ATV.

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[motox450]

If that engine data is correct then the are using the old single cam engines from the 06-03 450 and 525 engines. I can tell by the amount of oil filters. The older engines have two oil screens that need to be cleaned each oil change and two filters. I had believed this is the route KTM would go. The old engines were very reliable, and made good, but not great power compared to the jap counterpart bikes. But the single overhead cam limited their ability to rev as far as the competitions dual overhead cam designs. With most quads not having to rev to 12000 rpm this engine would be perfect. Plus just as any manufacturer the longer you get out of a set of castings and molds the more profitable they are. Eventually I can see them going to the new engine design in a couple of years and use as a marketing point.