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In the past, Dirt Rider has illustrated the proper methods of bleeding brake systems, but each time those processes assumed that you have good pedal or lever pressure to pump the fluid through. If you have changed the brake line, the process is a bit tougher. If you change the caliper, then the entire system is nearly dry and it takes some tricks to get the job done in a reasonable amount of time. You will need to buy some tools, but the price should be less than $10 for the lot. You will also need proper brake fluid and paper towels. At some point a helper is almost vital.

Photo Gallery: How To: Bleed Brake Lines And Calipers – Dirt Rider Magazine

Photo Gallery: How To: Bleed Brake Lines And Calipers – Dirt Rider Magazine

By Dicks Racing
On all 2000 and later KTM electric-start four-strokes, and particularly those late models without a kickstarter, use the Yuasa YTX7L-BS (or equivalent) battery for improved starting. It is the same size as the standard YTX5L-BS, but has more cranking power. Other brands of battery have similar battery choices.

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By Raymond Waters
The unique WP fork guard used on the ‘08-’10 KTM models offers much greater protection to the back and sides of the lower fork tube. The good news is that the new guards fit any of the 48mm WP forks, and KTM plastic parts are priced quite reasonably, so this is a smart upgrade for older bikes.

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When the ground freezes and the snow falls, do you find a place in the corner of the garage to store your favorite dirt bike? If so, you are like the majority of off-road riders that live in the frozen climates. Unfortunately most people haven’t had the opportunity to ride in the snow. Thankfully, there is plenty of riding gear and accessories that make winter the most memorable time to ride a “dirt” bike. Much like anything outdoors, preparation is the key to enjoymentinline_mediumwraptextright28196836/tech/141_1003_winter_and_snow_riding_tips141_1003_01_z+winter_and_snow_riding_tips+riders.jpgTrue

Photo Gallery: Winter And Snow Riding Tips – Dirt Rider Magazine

Photo Gallery: Winter And Snow Riding Tips – Dirt Rider Magazine

Despite being part of the tech-savvy Generation Y, I’ve not yet allowed myself to be completely swallowed by the digital monster. Case in point: Land navigation. From the time I was a tenderfoot, I was taught how to properly read a map and operate a compass, and my trail navigation has typically followed this simple knowledge. However, with GPS technology so sophisticated that you can pinpoint your location down to the meter while simultaneously finding the nearest Starbucks, I knew that I had to embrace the future. My catalyst came in the form of the Red Bull Romaniacs Hard Enduro, which served as the proverbial Lion’s Den of satellite navigation for off-road racing where the course was only marked by a cookie crumb track log on the screen of my GPS. For four long days I stayed glued to the Garmin on my handlebar, acquiring a solid foundation of basic GPS skills along the way. After the race, I jotted down a list of the key tips, tricks and tidbits of information that I picked up throughout the ride, and we’ve decided to print them below. If you consider yourself an experienced GPS user, these tips may seem a bit basic. But for all you old school, non-tech navigators out there without a clue where to start, I hope this helps expand your knowledge of two-wheeled digital navigation:inline_mediumwraptextright26646152/tech/141_1002_gps_basics_17_key_tips_for_the_two_wheeled_digital_navigator141_1002_01_z+gps_basics_17_key_tips_for_the_two_wheeled_digital_navigator+joint.jpgTrue

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