KTM 500-EXC Dual Sport 10-Years Later

[@randiruge1265]

My 2013 500 EXC-F was purchased new. It has 8,600 miles and 293 hours. 90% offroad. 12 oil changes with Amsoil and the engine has never been apart. Not even to check valves. Runs perfect and still puts a huge smile on my face. Best bike I ever owned.

[@canyouguessmyname15]

Sir that is awesome, but please please get those valves checked at least lol

[@cooliomilkman]

What model and weight of Amsoil?

[@randiruge1265]

@@cooliomilkman Amsoil Synthetic DIRT motorcycle oil in 10W-50 weight.

[@alphawolf2993]

I feel like that's not that good? 9,000 miles and 12 oil changes? A drz could do 40,000 miles on 5 oil changes.

[@canyouguessmyname15]

@@alphawolf2993 The drz engine is designed for more durability and longevity than the ktm engine, it probably holds more oil too which helps prolong oil life. The ktm is a purpose built dirt bike with lights mounted to it lol. And the ktm engine is a race engine that's being pushed to the max of its limit which is why it needs its oil changed more often. Like my crf450r has a recommended oil change interval of 15 hours where a crf300l has an interval of 8000 miles.

[@spikeman68]

1984 XL600R -engine punched out to a 650 with 28000 miles....kick start only ,drum brakes, wheelies up to 3rd gearish...cant take massive drop ins ....keep the doubles to 20'.....starts 1st kick....gobs of torque...any hill any.....awesome gas mileage purrs like a baby .........ripping down back roads then hitting the trails.nothing better..................hot or cold.....yes i wish i had elec yes i wish the susp was better but as a old hooligan rider this thing still makes me smile at 54 years old....ride what makes ya happy ride ....be safe out there!!! BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAP

[@captaintahoe1]

I bought a 2013 500exc new, only sold it because I wanted a 2016 six days. I sold the 2013 to a friend & it’s still going strong. Never had an issue, religious with oil changes & air filter cleaning. Solid machine, always amazed the places it has taken me

[@imds123]

2013 450XC-W here, original owner, bought it new as a leftover in 2014 for $6500. Absolute deal of the century find! Has about 160hrs, runs perfect and still rips!!

[@dougjc2000]

I still own my bought from new 2011 450 exc & use it for dual sport & harder core adventure riding/camping loaded with a giant loop coyote bag. This was the final year with the carb. Its been a rock sold bike, never left me walking on the trail or road. Still good power & performance.

[@berrien88]

Same!

[@petert8807]

Great to hear that your 2011 is still going strong! I am about to pick up a 2010 450 EXC Champion edition. It has 2200 miles (unsure of hours) and has been meticulously maintained by an older gent who also has installed some nice farkles.

[@brendonnel6593]

Love my 2012 XCW. Hit a giant ass buck on it. Wrecked myself, sold it, then bought it back 3 months later. 386hrs later and I grin like a fool everytime I open the throttle.

[@bmountainboy]

I’m still rocking my 1996 300 exc ! Only 1 major rebuild. God I love the 2 strokes!

[@JasKro]

I picked up a ‘13 500 EXC 6 months ago and have been very happy with it. The previous owner had the crank rod bearing replaced with the newer plain bearing which from what I’ve read is the only point of concern in the pre-2014 500 EXC’s engine reliability. I’ve picked up a bunch of stuff from Mike at Taco Moto as well. He really knows these bikes inside and out! It’s real easy to put another $5000-$6000 into these getting them fully set up. We have to ride a lot of pavement to get to our off road riding spots where I live and can attest that these are excellent on the twisties as well. ...even with 30 lbs. of gear/tools/food in a Mosko Reckless 10 setup. You really do need to balance the wheels though. The spoke mounted ones work best. I’ve also been running MotoZ RallZ tires @15 psi which give the best compromises of sticking to the pavement yet surprisingly good traction in off road terrains. Probably the best bike I’ve ever owned!

[@dirtbiketv1]

Super nice!!!

[@ZmanAdventurez88]

I still ride my 2004 KTM 450 EXC. Really fun bike, tons of power, rebuilt the entire bike almost by now.

[@abacanabanana]

I love my 06 450. Never ridden a newer model curious to how it feels.

[@ZmanAdventurez88]

@@abacanabanana I rode a brand new 2022 KTM 300 X/CW TPI 2 stroke. That was an absolute blast to ride. Zero vibrations for a 2 stroke. I also rode a 2023 KTM 500 Six Days edition but that felt wrong. It felt really corked up and the power was there but it sounded weird, it vibrated a lot more than my 450, and just overall felt really strange. I think maybe once you get used to it then it's not bad but it was strange to say the least. I love my old RFS motor KTM 450. These motors are bulletproof but they can be challenging to work on. Doing a full top end rebuild on these motors are hard because you actually have to split the cam chain and get a new cam chain master link or an entirely new cam chain. The valves are easy enough to adjust though and all the maintenance is pretty simple.

[@alistairglachan1851]

I’ve had my 2016 since new. I’ve only put 104 hours on it. Hopefully one day I’ll get around to getting the suspension done. The 500’s engines got plenty of torque, very rideable as well.

[@tankeater]

I own a Honda 1000RR, ride a friend's Harley from time to time... You are such a bigger object on a dirt bike! I've noticed drivers notice me a lot quicker on my 2015 500 exc.

[@TheIslandboy11]

I bought my 2013 500 xcw new. I have changed the oil every 15 hours and checked valve clearances every other oil change. It now has 203 hard hours and the valves have never moved and does not burn oil or smoke at all. The new ones haven’t changed enough to justify upgrading. But I plan to add a 2T xcw soon

[@playdirtusa]

I bought my 2013 500exc new in '13 they were going for $12k otd even after calling around to places all over back then the prices didnt budge they always sold out. I made mine a full build in '13-'14 with the 'right goodies' incl suspension mods (RG3) to allow racing it stripped for mx vet exp class, hole-shotting & beating the newest mx bikes just cant say enough about this bike it does it all. Stock suspension is a death trap💀. I have raced the pds & linkage suspended ktms & if the suspension is dialed you wont miss the linkage. I have 120+ hrs on it & have always used Shell Rotella 15/40 engine oil as well with 10hr change intervals....the other ktm recommended oils are overpriced & unnecessary. Ive had factory edition 450s & have a built 2020 450xcf (which I run Rotella in as well) the EXC holds its own against them all. I might even have more fun overall on the perfectly balanced & mod'd 500exc than the newer bikes. Best Dual Sport Bikes has everything i need to make it run like a beast & snap off the bottom (using his billet straight shot fuel rail & adjusted TPS etc) almost like a 450 along with PC ti6 exhaust. The obvious nixing of all the smog crap is a given. Also highly recommend the Bolt chain adjuster blocks everything stays in place👌🏻. Havent done the floating rr axle on it like i run on my 450s. Upgraded front end with newer fender & I use the Sicass license plate stuff & bar switch for lights with the baja designs headlight. Bike definitely needs steering damps & front wheel is noticeably unbalanced for higher speed street activity which i rarely do. The stock wheels & hubs are still going strong....& I have loops with rock gardens👌🏻 Its the bike to have if you can only have 1 bike IMO. If you're worried about weight of bike do your concentrated pushup sets you'll be fine 🙄

[@jeffreysisti6653]

I just bought a new 2023 500 exc-f, I think in 10 years I'll have a thousand hours at least, and I have an '18 300xcw. But I'm glade to hear these bike hold up well.

[@tankeater]

I have a 14-49 on my bike... She'll only do 105 MPH compared to your 110, but, I climb crazy hills in my backyard. I can sacrifice still hitting triple didget but not lugging 1st out in gnarly uphill sections.

[@Anatoli50]

I have run my 2021 KTM 500 XCF-W 410 hours in 2 years, mostly 2nd and 3rd gear single track. No problems whatsoever. Change the oil every 20-30 hours, replace filters, sprockets, brake pads and tires as needed. Never even checked the valves. These bikes are built with high quality components and last a long time because they don’t need to rev out to make good power. Less rpms equals longer life.

[@dougderby9454]

I got an 18 FE501 new. Low on hours still. Added Scott’s damper kit. Skid and disk guards. Euro map. Have two 11’ Berg 570’s that are plated also. They all haul.

[@TheDirtyBirchTrails]

Still have my 2005 KTM 525EXC as my dualsport. Can't kill it and faster than the new stock EFI bikes lol.

[@brendonnel6593]

I sold mine for the 2012. The new owner left it idling in his garage and burnt it to melted puddle of plastic and steel 😄

[@bradl45]

500s get it done, I'm a 2015 guy, have a spare, wish I had 2 or 3 spares, lol. I'm now using a 350xc as a play bike to keep hours off the 500s, looking to get a yz125 to play on as well. Thanks for the vids. I use lots of your ideas on my bikes, and love taco motos stuff too!! Main 500 use is the T1, the miles and hours pile up there every summer.

[@Themusicbiz]

I want a 2T also, but rly want a street legal adventure also!

[@deanjohnson9414]

I have a 2013 model registered did 9000ks mixed rideing regular oil change airfilter never been touched only just checked the shims vales all inspeck at 8000ks been a great around do everything bike

[@C_R_O_M________]

Same filter in 9K kms? That's insane or you just operated yours in a testing tube with no dust in it. Change that filter man, it's a 5 minutes job and $20!

[@deanjohnson9414]

@@C_R_O_M________ I Changed airfilter the motors never been touched I'm not a moron

[@dylanfranciswav]

This dude inhales with the force of microburst

[@robsonenduro3316]

Awesome bike, mine 500 exc-f has 5 years and doing great.

[@drzrider3440]

My 2011 DRZ400S is 11 years old. Had to finally change out valves after one ran out of shimming room at just over 50,000 miles. Other than that, its been flawless.

[@Lracer61]

The ktm 500 is such a awesome bike. Great video!

[@ADV_Agenda]

Thank for sharing great follow up video!! I literally just picked up a 2013 with 90 hours with tons of upgrades, If you are patient you can find a great deal out there I paid 6200 I think that was a great deal with the covid mark-up prices on used bikes still going on.

[@tothepoint4240]

How can your 2013 have only 90hours? My 13 500 xcw has 350hours and almost 10kmiles. Lol

[@ADV_Agenda]

@@tothepoint4240 i guess the guy I bought it from never rode it😂

[@playdirtusa]

My 2013 only has 120+ hrs on it....although ive had the odo dx'd at times to race mx. What are hours? its what you do with every hour imo 👌🏻

[@playdirtusa]

I bought mine new its as built as they get. Ive had newer ktm 450 race bikes incl my current 2020 450xcf full build & the 2013 500exc is just as capable 👌🏻. Thing rides like a cadillac across the desert, great in single track & stripped down races mx great with the proper suspension mods.

[@tothepoint4240]

@@playdirtusa what does dx'd mean? And I dude I completely agree, these bikes are just great machines. As fsr as I know mine still has stock internals and she still a beast. Easy startups, no smoke, don't even leak oil anywhere. Lol to be honest I might have a problem with fixing things that aren't broken just because their so fun to work on because their designed so dang well. Lol

[@leanit5756]

Enjoyed the video. Would have been nice to hear what this 10-year old bike's stats and maintenance history were... ie how many hours and miles, oil change interval, etc. Many are terrified of this bike due to KTM's service schedule printed in the owner's manual with oil changes, valve checks, top end work, and full rebuilds on a schedule that is simply unheard of for a street legal motorcycle. Specific feedback on real life experience with longevity would be great. The way these things vibrate I am always amazed to hear how many hours some go.

[@playdirtusa]

My full built 2013 i bought new has 120+ hrs on it now, raced it stripped mx vet exp class plenty, had ktm dealer rebuild top end at 100hrs no abnormal wear. I know this will shock many but I run Shell Rotella 15/40 engine oil in it since new....mainly 10hr oil change intervals other than the initial 2👌🏻 Ive had multiple ktm 450 race bikes too have done the same with the Rotella. Ive put it thru hard dual sport rides & terrain ran it tight single track, EXC bike does it all💪🏻. Best all around bike there is if you can only have or afford 1 bike.

[@brianh8484]

Only 230 hrs on my 2012. Never had a valve adjustment. Just do oil changes. I don’t ride it much now though. Just for dual sport but 5-6 years ago it was my only bike and I rode dual sport, trail riding and used to also take it to Thunder Valley, Ram, Aztec Mx tracks around Denver. Just look up Aaron Steinmann if you want to see what these can do. Last I looked he had done about 90,000 miles on his traveling around the world. I think just one engine rebuild and it’s mostly stock from memory. Just a Cush drive rear hub and a soft seat.

[@C_R_O_M________]

@@brianh8484 his engine rebuild (I believe it was a bottom end rebuild) was his own choosing so as to not deal with it while traveling. The bike would most likely run without it.

[@TeamStruggleBunny]

Oh come on man, I've just finished cleaning up my 2015 500 exc and am trading it in with much hesitation.... this isn't helpful, at all! Lol.

[@rodjbosch]

Had an uncorked 13 350exc,tune,exhaust,gearing..... Selling that and the 530exc were 2 of the dumbest bike related things I've done.

[@donproper3632]

Hell yeah it's good enough I'll bet you 90% of the people that watch you out there and KZbin land can't utilize all the performance in the 73 Elsinore

[@williammorris6097]

with a very good rider on bord this bike is still competitive in enduro. The changes aren't that dramatic that would cause a skilled rider to be handicapped .

[@cyrusprice3979]

Like that taco moto tidy plate kit and blinkers. Good for those us that like to tip over.

[@richardsimmons6526]

I have a 22 500. I got about 18k in mine. I think it's worth it only if you plan on doing 50/50. I did but started working to much and mostly use it as a commuter. Until I want to do 5th gear wheelies.

[@Jordan-g6y]

how does it do on the highway running 65-70mph

[@donboucher2440]

If you put 10 grand into any 10 year old bike itll be a goid bike

[@nickg2431]

Very nice video.I am looking for one of these or the 450 model about the same year.The newer ones have a smaller feel to them which i dont like.I will use mine for dirt emphasis touring in Greece!

[@dkni231]

HA HA, 50 year old Penton Jackpiner 175, KTM's very first engined dirt bike, then one slightly newer 1975 Harescrabmler 250, Both plated here in Montana.

[@goonrooster949]

My SX-F is a '13 and yeah, the engine is cut straight from Thor's hammer.

[@jimbo4203]

Loved my 13' 350 sxf she was a ripper

[@bilw1960]

The title should read $10k later. A bike that's hardly ever been ridden and had just about everything replaced on it.

[@TheCarlejoseph]

Sweet bike

[@Mostviews111]

How are those tires on the road when you need to use them? I ride maybe 20% on road and was thinking about going with a softer tire i don't care about the life of it id rather have traction.

[@dirtbiketv1]

Email me -- But a Trials style rear tire is a great option K950 or D803GP

[@canyouguessmyname15]

Check out some Kenda Trakmasters. Had them on two bikes and if you mostly ride offroad these are awesome.

[@wykittypreps5794]

very nice. I have a 2017 an 2020.5 ktm excf an factory edition ktm 450 sxf. I want something I'm having no luck finding. Carbon fiber brake an clutch fluid covers on the handle bars. The supercross ktm guys run them to protect from roost but they look great too. Any ideas who sells them so I can pick some up?

[@rockyesterline7942]

YES act like cars cant see you !! when stopping at intersections cars are trying to make the light when you are stopping !! is the biggest one !!!! and cross next to a car and look 3 times before any movement!! my bother in Law just got killed last week 3/17/22 on his 650 a car pulled out didnt see him !!! DRIVE like you are invisible and they cant see you i always Say!!!

[@rockyesterline7942]

i my self would never take my bike were you were Riding but thats just me to HARD on the Rims

[@rockyesterline7942]

were do you get those front blinkers and are they a 3 wire!!!

[@dirtbiketv1]

Yes. Taco Moto Co

[@thambu19]

My 2015 KTM 500 idles high. I dont see an idle adjustment screw. Do you know how its adjusted?

[@jeanettereynolds7922]

Looking at building a 2013 ktm 450 sxf. Guy wants 3900. Good buy or what you think the value is on second top end with 80 hours?

[@dirtbiketv1]

Email Jay directly with any questions. Contact info in About tab.

[@Scoffman0]

Who is Mike that you mentioned that has the plug n play lightning for street legal?

[@kevindouglass5175]

Mike from : Taco Moto

[@Scoffman0]

@@kevindouglass5175 Thanks.

[@kevindouglass5175]

@@Scoffman0 Sure thing. SickAss racing also has some frackels Best Wishes

[@JasKro]

Check out Mike’s You Tube channel TACO MOTO CO. ...also, I have his LED turn signals on my bike and have had no issues with law enforcement in California over them.

[@playdirtusa]

Id check Best Dual Sport Bikes for these EXCs the guy there is an engineer he dynos all his parts to prove performance hes 1 of the originals on the EXC mods. Ive used his tricks & parts exclusively since 2013.

[@davidcolin6519]

10k for a 2013 EXC? You can get them for between €4k and €6k in Spain.

[@kavik526town2]

just got a 2017 ktm 500exc with 35 hours 800 miles for 8500 in US

[@davidcolin6519]

@@kavik526town2 Personally, I'd prefer a 2016. They have the larger sump. But good on you. I'm sure you'll have a whale of a time. They're just astonishing machines.

[@johnfryman4428]

Great do it all bike - put some Supermoto wheels on it and tell me you don't like street !

[@loupozzebon1400]

Yes, put on a set of road oriented tirs on my 2012 500. But went back full knobbys cause bike is to awesome offroad! Supermoto sounds like a lot of fun though

[@battownsend1990]

Anything is good enough with enough money in it

[@dennishoshowsky8692]

What about an "02 EXC 400? If you think I'm shelling out 12 grand for a dirt bike you're freaking crazy.

[@jimbo4203]

My 05' 400 exc is still awesome, 6 speed , bullet proof and can hit 90 mph

[@dennishoshowsky8692]

@@jimbo4203 I don't need shims to adjust my valves and best of all I got a kickstarter!

[@dirtbiketv1]

Email Jay directly with any questions. Contact info in About tab.

[@mikeburnett6222]

You ask me to send you an email for info in Montana (your ride with the group from Utah). I did that but you didn't respond.

[@dirtbiketv1]

Sorry. It might’ve gone to junk folder. Try emailing again. If you go to Instagram or Facebook you can click email in the bio. Or just the About tab here on KZbin. Can’t post the email here because of bots.

[@bigdorack8932]

Does it vibrate a lot?

[@brianc8258]

I would imagine so. My brand new 2022 500 excf is one big vibrations. Especially the pegs

[@C_R_O_M________]

Not that much to be intolerable. When off road it's like a Cadillac on the street, when on the street it's a little viby.

[@jeremymullen5378]

🔥👊🔥🏍🏍🏍

[@grom-ish]

doesnt look ridden for a 10 year old bike

[@Skizm_admin]

That’s 2012 model.

[@HoagesMoto]

If you spend nothing on a stock low hour exc of any age good chance it's still be far more capable than you as the rider, especially a 500. Nice build might as we'll have just bought a new bike for the kind of money evaporated on bling and nonsense on it. Would have been good if the dude doing the edit heard the mucked up voice audio and stoped to fix his mic before recoding an 11minute video... coudn't watch the whole thing :/

[@timetter7062]

I relay love this channel but god damn that take off on the dirt was awful

[@izmesamsung2581]

"not that many hours on it...." - you are kidding? If no hours are mentioned then this whole clip means zilch! Be a bit more specific next time?

[@HighCountryRambler]

WTF? "With 22 and up bikes you can't even get a sticker"??? What kind of crazyness is going on in the Republic of California? Why are California voters continually voting for their own destruction? Moreover why do they flee to other states and do the same thing? Call me old school but I put my money more in trail endurance ability and less in stickers. But a sweet bike despite the stickers... defiantly a keeper..

[@kavik526town2]

I believe that's for the motocross bikes you cant sticker anymore. The EXCs you can sticker I believe

[@Zt3v3]

We have zero control over CARB. They're unelected bureaucrats. I like clean air as much as the next guy, but they've gone too far with banning all the lawnmowers.

[@boburwell9921]

Nothing with a hydraulic clutch is any good

[@brendonnel6593]

Lol