The XC-W is by far the best bike in any situation. They are not even in the same class i dirt. and the KTM is much more fun on the road (mainly because of the power.. and much better for the highway because of the 6-speed wide-ratio tranny). Kit is designed to legalize your bike on the road in most states. I came across a road-homologated KTM 450 XC-W and wondered how suitable it is for road traffic. I currently have a KLX 250 S that just doesn`t offer the performance I want. I drive about 40 miles a week through my college town from place to place, and on weekends I like to drive off-road. It`s a 20 to 30 mile ride to dirt roads and trails. I`m 6`6″ and 210 lbs tall and I`m a decent driver. My biggest hesitation when I switch to KTM is the interview. I`ve heard that these are great bikes but they require a lot of work (oil, filters, valves).

Is the KTM 450 XC-W the right bike for me? I want a good bike that lasts. I don`t want to constantly worry about it or worry about spoiling it by driving it at 70 miles per hour on the road. 40 miles @ 40 mph, road, light traffic (in town) The 2007 450 XC-W is the same as the 2006 450 EXC. Both left the factory, as they were not equipped for the road, and needed a road kit to register them. The 2007 450 EXC was the first year KTM offered a road race car in North America and installed the emission manure (the same goes for the 530). The RFS is a fairly simple engine, and if it is not abused, it is quite durable. Regular oil changes and valve tests/adjustments. The valves are easy to adjust with very simple tools. Tires that are good for off-roading wear out quickly and don`t drive very well on the road. And road tires don`t work well off-road. Must return a part and determine which one is the most important. I have never owned the XCW line of 450, but I have owned a 08,530 and currently a 12,500, each above the 270-hour mark.

Both were no longer maintained than the others in possession. For the kilometers you are talking about, it will handle them easily and will be a good time at the same time. You have to be a member to leave a comment I know the DRZ 400 is an option, but the high performance of the KTM is very attractive. I want something that takes me through the city and aggressively rolls on dirt roads or trails. This is a plug-and-play kit that uses factory OEM connectors, turn signal harnesses, and switches. Included in the kit is the OEM turn signal harness, OEM or LED turn signals, flashing relays, rear brake pressure switch, CEV multifunction or euro switch, horn and our adapters to do everything plug and play. The Euro switch has a better layout and ergos than the CEV, but does not have the off function for the headlight like the CEV. If we keep the standard push/pull switch to kill all the lights, we prefer the euro, but if the bike is not equipped with it, we prefer the CEV. Now available with the Taco Moto Co. Tail Tidy for ktm and petrol models. Tail Tidy will not work on Husqvarna models, but will be released soon. This kit does not come with a license plate holder.

We have a choice of standard KTM rigid brackets, MotoMinded Flex Plate and Enduro plates. Thank you for all the answers. It looks like the EXC or XC-W is the way to go. It`s a 2007. I think that means it has the RFS engine? Yes, the 2007 will be the RFS engine. Mine is the XC4 engine. These are two excellent engines. Note: Tail Tidy only works with direct current. If you`re putting on a carburetor bike, you`ll need a stator upgrade If you want to add it to a bike without factory lights, check out our TNM KTM/HUSQVARNA XC/TX and XCF/FX lighting harness options.