My 2024 KTM EXC-F 500 Six Days Dual Sport

[@RidingWithDom]

I have a 2020 and the clutches on these bikes are amazing. Clutch engagement is almost instant when you pull in the lever. You can modulate it with one finger. The hydraulic set up is legit 👌

[@maraudermitchelli]

530 I have to agree with you the clutches is awesome...feels like what I agree up on. Be safe thank you

[@RidingWithDom]

@@maraudermitchelli hopefully you’ll post some more videos on the Ktm soon. Been wanting to get a 24 and these bikes haven’t hit showrooms yet in my area of CA and there is only a few ppl posting videos on KZbin. So there isn’t a whole of quality content yet. Ride on 🤙

[@maraudermitchelli]

@@RidingWithDom much more to come you can count on it. I would've thought they would've hit CA first.

[@LgtvksKs]

Brilliant review/ motovlog of the ktm 500. She’s a beautiful bike and a tank of a bike 👌 subscribed 👍

[@maraudermitchelli]

OMG that's the first time Brilliant has been used regarding one of my videos!!! I'm honored and humbled that i have such kind people like yourself watching my videos. Thank you I'm honored. Ride safe.

[@cliftonsr]

Good for roll on for 6th gear pull, but the down side of that is 6th gear is shorter (lower geared) than last years 6th gear; 2024 500 6th is 7.20 to 1 vs 2020-2023 500 6th is 6.78 to 1 to the rear wheel. But the 1st gear ratio is the same, so what KTM did was use the 250-350 gearbox and use it for the 500 EXC-F. A good save for bean counting and save on tooling for KTM but it did make it a little bit lighter. Great review!

[@maraudermitchelli]

i love that you know this...as it's beyond me. Thank you for the information so far the bike has been great. Be safe and many thanks. Do you have an opinion for tuners?

[@cliftonsr]

@@maraudermitchelli Or you can check this one out by TACO MOTO CO kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqicg5x4h6-Aa7M

[@motourge3061]

The new KTM 2-strokes no longer have the powerband hit you refer to. The new TBI is linear like the 4-strokes, which is why I now race a 2023 KTM 300 XC. Feels so much lighter on the trail despite the weight being the same.

[@maraudermitchelli]

I believe you, 2 strokes are totally different now than years ago. Good luck racing and thank you for helping me. Ride safe.

[@matthewturowski8281]

My 2017 300 xc-w KTM (2 stroke) is very linear in the powerband. It came with 3 springs to control the powerband hit. I've never used anything other than the mild spring. Not sure how the newer tpi/tbi bikes are. Yes, the seat is like a brick, it forces you to stand.

[@maraudermitchelli]

Matthew the new 2 strokes are amazing...great low end. I went with the 4 stroke for many reasons, it is extremely quited which is nice for the neighborhood. Thank you for commenting enjoy your bike be safe.

[@travishimself1973]

Awesome bike. Mine should be here any day now. In Australia ours aren't plugged up with emissions gear so not much to do other than change the seat and throw a steering dampener on.

[@maraudermitchelli]

My seat is ordered and I'm researching steering dampeners if you have you recommend please make a new comment so I see it. That mapping switch should work on your bike...your country is amazing boy oh boy are you going to have fun. Be safe

[@SketchyXC]

Congrats on getting into shape. Hope you enjoy the KTM 🤘

[@maraudermitchelli]

Thank you it's been along journey thank you for commenting and supporting the channel. Be safe

[@johnmartin7182]

awesome bike and content my last bike ride like that was 1993 on one great stuff

[@maraudermitchelli]

John it's amazing I must say. Thank you for your comment riding has jump started my life. Be safe.

[@SteelHorseman]

Beautiful bike!! I love it!!

[@maraudermitchelli]

Oh boy sire I don't know how to ride this bike off road...but I love it. Merry Christmas ride safe.

[@davidh1314]

Great bike and video. The website says the quick shifter is optional and says nothing about traction control. Can that be added up activated by the dealership?.

[@maraudermitchelli]

I purchased the 6 days as it was to have these features when I picked up the bike the dealer notified my that KTM did not get the features and maps approved in the US EPA...so the switch did nothing. I recently had the ECU tuned by TPI Tuning and now all these features work and it is amazing just amazing. Ride safe and in peace.

[@tomhopkins6758]

You mentioned Allegheny national forest..how far are you from it ? Close enough to ride to it? - I'm originally from bradford. (North Carolina now) I had a 2012 500. Thinking about grabbing another one

[@maraudermitchelli]

I live near Buffalo NY, I love the forest trails and have several videos with this bike on the trail. I had to join a gym as my performance was no acceptable first time riding a bike off road in 35 years. My father was from Johnsonburg PA...I love the state and the people. Many great Dual sports...but I love this bike. Be safe thank you.

[@DirtObseXXion]

Dang Peter! Jumping in head first, awesome machine!

[@maraudermitchelli]

I was hoping you would leave a comment. The bike is pretty awesome compared to my 1977 DT 175. Chad sometimes I can't believe how simple things like a bike can put a smile on my face...probably many of us you also. I wish others could get it...at times I can't believe how lucky I am that I do. Be safe thank you.

[@redwhiteandrzroffroad8922]

Since it’s completely street legal you can also ride the forest roads in ANF just like any other car or road vehicle. Totally legit.

[@maraudermitchelli]

Oh boy you just made my day. My brother is trying to get a bike. I'm doubling my workouts to get in shape for next season. Be safe and thank you...see you on the trail I hope again.

[@LayerZeroDesign]

I have the same bike. I noticed on the ride home the map switch did nothing and everything was just lit up. I called my dealer and had been trying to find some time to get it back there so they could look at it because they weren't sure what was going on. Then I saw tacomotos video and he said it does nothing on NA region bikes so I called KTM. KTM confirmed it does nothing because of DOT stuff with this being a 50 state bike they can't have something that changes the running condition of the bike. Idk why TC and QS can't be enabled, but they didn't really have an answer for that. It seems like things are very much in limbo right now and everyone is just kind of passing on what the guy above them said. BETA can get away with it as far as I know because they are a significantly smaller company with significantly lower unit volume so they don't have to hit the same standards as KTM. Then I saw a comment on that same tacomoto video of someone else with a '24 six days that had their dealer install an FMF pipe prior to taking delivery and they're claiming their map switch and TC/QS are working. Idk, it's annoying that it was something advertised, and is a major part of the six days upsell imo, and then after dropping 17 G's (with a bunch of extra parts) I find out on my ride home it does nothing. I'm not holding my breath for KTM to do anything about it. I've kind of just accepted it's a lost cause. The bike is so corked up anyway that I'm just waiting for tacomoto to release their GET SX1 ECU and grab a graves slip on to go with it and that will give me maps, TC and QS anyway. It'll be way better than the stock option anyway, you get granular control for TC levels, you can pick your maps etc and I'm pretty excited to see how the GET QS ends up working but I'm sure it'll be great. Btw check out reflex racing handguards. I know you got your KTM cycras but the reflex ones are so awesome. Soo good looking and it has the best hand gaurd design I've ever seen and it's all ran by a regular guy out of his garage. Google tacomotoco, nobody knows KTMs like them and they have all the best parts and brands. They are going to be releasing a bunch of stuff for the new '24 bikes soon.

[@LayerZeroDesign]

Also pick up some doubletake mirrors! Get them big ugly squares off the bars haha. They use ram ball mounts, makes it super easy to just loosen them up and fold them down when you get to the trails to keep them safe and out of the way.

[@LayerZeroDesign]

Also, 64HP is for the other region bikes that aren't as corked up as the NA bikes. Idk what the number is, but I can tell you the NA bikes are going to be quite a bit down from 64. With an ECU and a good slip on and the airbox mod you can probably exceed that number. With an endcap and a piggyback EJK or power commander you would probably be pretty similar to the other region non-corked bikes.

[@maraudermitchelli]

Mathew comments like yours is what I love about KZbin...you and I are in this together. Please keep me in the know regarding tacomoto I've only watched one of their videos. I agree with you totally...it just isn't right...I was so upset when I discovered this the day before deliver...TC/QS...why not. Thank you for your help I need it. I will now read your other comments. Thank you

[@maraudermitchelli]

I saved your comments to my phone and I will be checking out the mirrors...are they thru tacomoto also?

[@maraudermitchelli]

I don't understand all your jargon but I will thank you. For now the power is enough for me. But I would eco for traction control. Keep the help coming. Thank you

[@Red.Dots.]

The mapping is disconnected for North America iirc. Very nice bike, congratulations!

[@maraudermitchelli]

Stebby I know...I still don't like it...ugh. Thanks for commenting and appreciating the bike. Now I have to learn to ride it off road. Be safe and thank you

[@Rockyman86]

That’s such a load of crap that they aren’t giving us over here across the pond the mapping switch capability and traction control. I’m sure it’s some dumb paper pusher making the rules on that but just seems really silly

[@EddiNice]

Great video. I have the same but 450. I guess this video was shot on a gopro hero 12 with the max lens?

[@maraudermitchelli]

Yes, I had the lens set at the middle width...I hope it wasn't too wide. Thank you for commenting ride safe.

[@tractortyme]

Congrats Pete, isn't it fun to ride a potent light bike? I've put 1000 miles on my -83 Honda XL600R and enjoying it immensely for dual sport riding on forest trails. It can lump all day at low rpm and twist the throttle and you'll have a bike that can top out north of 100mph. Bikes are fun.

[@maraudermitchelli]

Ronny it's exhilarating and challenging. I have a long way to go to be proficient. Adventure bike is uploaded for tomorrow I think you'll be happy. Honda's are great great machines. That's another story I'll share from my childhood. Stay warm my friend.

[@markbambach1158]

Congrats Peter on the new bike & on getting back in shape! A 500 exc is the perfect dual-sport. Now order that seat!

[@maraudermitchelli]

Mark i posted a video on the seat it's awesome ride safe and thank you

[@AndrewJamesL4]

How is the bike on the street? Can you ride on the road comfortably for 2 hours on asphalt? I like the videos!

[@maraudermitchelli]

It’s a dual sport specifically to ride on the trail and street dot approved. With the new Sear Concept seat I could ride for 4 hours on the road. The stock seat is a torture rack. I’m glad you like the videos thank you ride safe 🙂

[@Dejt71]

I want one too! And i like your choice of hand guards - must be a mod - where are they from?

[@maraudermitchelli]

The dealer installed them...I don't think they are bark busters...but I like them also. You know I think they are KTM CRM probend...I'd like to get them for my next ADV bike. You have a good eye ride safe.

[@Dejt71]

@@maraudermitchelli Thank, you’re right. Found em’! Ride safe ☺️

[@crashedking1931]

Have you ran that bike out of fuel yet. Some are saying that the bike runs out of fuel still having gas in the tank. Something to do with where the pickup is. How far can you go on a tank roughly or when the fuel light turns on.

[@maraudermitchelli]

I think Big Rock Moto stated 70 miles...When I ride the forest trails I take 2 liters of fuel with me. I think your statement is absolutely correct. Ride safe.

[@crashedking1931]

@@maraudermitchelli Oh I forgot to tell you you make that 500 bike look like an 80 cc its always nice to be taller or a big boned dude and throw that little 500 around like its nothing especially on the trails. It looks like your retiring the right way just like a big kid. Love the vids. Cool camera looking back at you thing.

[@XtremeDogsTexas]

I was going to buy the hand guards that you have but then in one site said not compatible with EXC models and in Amazon said: “Geniune OEM KTM Cycra Center Reach Mount Probend Handguards 125, 150, 250, 300, 350, 450, SX, XC, SX-F, XCW, XCF-W, UPP1502010” Doesn’t include the EXC Did you have any issues installing them?

[@maraudermitchelli]

The dealer installed them...the mirrors moved a little but I've replaced them. Clutch and brakes lever are okay but the center handle bar pad could not be installed. I would say they are not a perfect fit...I'll try to address this in a video. I like them...you could always try them and return. Watch for the video I may include it with the mirrors. Be safe thank you.

[@XtremeDogsTexas]

@@maraudermitchelli thank you

[@James-blond007]

Last time you were riding big touring bikes?? 🧐

[@motojon76]

The map switch is not going to do anything. KTM put those on the American bikes by accident. You should read your manual, because the dealer has misinformed you. The break-in is two hours, and not based on mileage. Manuel also states that you should change your oil every five hours, but for normal dual sport riding 15 to 25 hours is pretty common. Ignore the mileage.

[@XtremeDogsTexas]

Negative, Mr @motojon3681, at least in the manual for the 500 EXC-F six days is clear first service after 70 km (43.4 mi) I know everyone including in the dealership told me 1 hour some said 2 hours but the manual is clear in distance no time

[@XtremeDogsTexas]

They just did the first service on mine at 48 miles At the dealership they told me those buttons (traction control and something else lol) work only above 4,000 rpm which I am not sure to believe it and I haven’t read the manual but I love the bike so far Great video Thank you for sharing Subscribed

[@motojon76]

@@XtremeDogsTexas That’s super interesting. I wonder why the engineers changed the manual after more than a decade. At the end of the day, it’s still a race bike. You’re going to be better off changing the oil by the hour rather than the miles. Keep in mind that car manufacturers have increased their oil change intervals by ridiculous amounts. It’s definitely for the purposes of Selling more cars, and not making them last longer. But it’s your bike. 👍🏽

[@maraudermitchelli]

I'd agree they offered to change the oil so I took them up...the dealer is the expert I'm not. It's all good an you're right they are the experts and it is a performance engine. Be safe thank you

[@maraudermitchelli]

extreme it is strange for sure. I hope KTM releases the software soon...I can believe German engineers missed this. Be safe

[@onesharpboradhead]

what type of phone mount do you have

[@maraudermitchelli]

I purchased it on Amazon Joyroom...I've purchased one for both bikes I like it.

[@onesharpboradhead]

@@maraudermitchelli thanks, just ordered the aluminum version, i tend to drop the bike on difficult terrain, so I paid a little more for the aluminum one. Thanks for the information. BTW, the map switch will not allow you to tone the throttle down - only up, the way you have it now is the toned down mapping. I ordered mine with the map switch as well, but my dealer sent it back when they found out that the US does not allow it on street legal bikes. There are after market map switches that will be available soon, but I am pretty sure that none of them will tone the throttle down. You will get used to the throttle as it is. I found with my size 13 foot, that I had to get a longer shifter and brake pedal because when I stood and rode on the balls of my feet, my foot kept hitting both the shifter and brake pedals not much, but enough. Hammerhead designs has some great options. Have fun riding.

[@maraudermitchelli]

@@onesharpboradhead Please keep me updated in a new comment. I really appreciate your help thank you.

[@doc_teamwaxoffroad]

Trike it.... 👍👍👍

[@maraudermitchelli]

Awesome your video was so great building and riding that trike. I tell my friends about it and they can't believe it. I hope you are well doc...maybe it will be trike we never now. Be safe thank you stay cool as a jewel

[@barryoakes5976]

How much did yours set you back in your part of the country? Mine will be 13k

[@barryoakes5976]

And no. The map switch is non op in North America

[@maraudermitchelli]

Barry I would say that price is right, maybe a little less as I did not finance. Then add some accessories and tax. They are not inexpensive for sure but the quality and performance is great. I hope you like your bike be safe and thank you

[@C_R_O_M________]

You don't need TC on these bikes and I don't think you'll ever get that. It defies the purpose of the bike. Moreover, I assume that this is a California bike (you mentioned something?) with all the emissions crap on board. That means you are at about 36-40 RWH atm which is nothing for that engine's potential which could get you to around 60 (just from de-smoging it - which you SHOULD do - the bike operates much better on every of its aspects). Your traction control is your right wrist and riding skills. Since you are so committed as to lose 40lbs just to be able to ride this thing, go the extra step and learn how to ride it properly. You seem to be in a decent enough shape. The enjoyment factor will increase exponentially. P.S. My 2012 500EXC (European model) without any smog crap, does have the 2 maps switch which I believe it's an aftermarket part in KTM's line of Power Parts. The previous owner paid for it. It's a great bike but quite excessive with the kind of riding you are claiming to want it for. Why not buying a 300 CRF Rally and call it the day? A 500EXC goes to waste in California.

[@maraudermitchelli]

Huge thank you for helping with a detailed comment. This is not a California bike I'm in New York State. KTM has stated they pulled the dual mapping from the US bikes due to emissions standards. I believe the stated HP is 46hp and I also think that your are right with a tuner and pipe it could get to 60hp. I agree with all your comments regarding adding a tuner. Honestly I agree with all your comments regarding my skill level and weight. I have to practice with this bike and I'm preparing for that the last two months. I workout at home and vowed never to join a gym...ugh I joined a gym to increase my strength to ride this bike. I'm working out 3 mornings at 5am at the gym which are 2 hour workouts with 30 minutes on a rowing machine. I also workout 4 mornings at home half of which I'm on my elliptical machine. I have 25lbs to meet my goal which is by April. BTW Beta Dual sport has a dual mapping switch and traction control they sneak by with the emissions for some reason. I will eventual tuner and map this bike but right now it is not a priority. I also have to place a call to Taco Moto they seems to be experts at this. I'll post my second ride on this bike within the next week...I was physically exhausted partly due to over gripping. Awesome comment thank you and be safe

[@C_R_O_M________]

@@maraudermitchelli I like a guy that can accept (what I consider) a healthy amount of criticism. Good for you. FYI I'm at 265lbs myself but at 6'9" (lean) and the bike desperately needed a stiffer rear spring. I think you'll eventually go that way too. Now, power-wise, European bikes stand at around 62hp (crankshaft) out of the box at least for my model year. Since then, maybe they dropped a few ponies here and there for the Euro 6 crap (I'm very conscious when I call it "crap" - it's actually environmentally MORE harmful to manufacture all this extra hardware which, in most cases, it'll get stripped out of the bike right after purchase by the owners, mine was striped off of it when I got her at 190 hours but still runs great at 350+ hours - 13500 kms on the odo). So you'll need to desmog it to get a real feel of what that bike is about. Hopefully all goes well for you.

[@maraudermitchelli]

@@C_R_O_M________ lol too funny. I'm cursed I know my limitations. I'll be posting updates please keeping commenting honestly I greatly appreciate that. BTW where in Europe are you?

[@C_R_O_M________]

@@maraudermitchelli sure thing! I'm in Greece. Great riding here with no restrictions yet. We are the closest to anarchy for a somewhat civilized society. Highlight "somewhat".

[@maraudermitchelli]

@@C_R_O_M________ OMG what a beautiful country you live in. My son is very critical of the USA and our country is not perfect for sure but it's a great place to live. God Bless you and your country. Us older guys have to keep the good fight going to be children again. Be safe. BTW you'll see me struggling on my second ktm ride soon.

[@sthr2110]

I test rode one of these today and found it to have GOBS of power. It felt very light on its "feet"! Vibrated greatly and, as you said, the seat is TERRIBLE. The buttons for traction control, quick shift and maps...do nothing in North America! That really sucks. So...$14K MSRP for a bike that, while very cool, is quite basic; it seems very much overpriced to me. Do I want one? Yes. Can I afford one? Yes. Will I buy one? I don't think so as I feel it is a very poor value proposition. 6 month factory warranty...big whoop. Perhaps I'll pick one up barely used, at some point, sub-$10K, and feel a whole lot better about the purchase.

[@maraudermitchelli]

I get it. I found that KTM was the most advance high performance bike with room to add performance. The key for me was weight due to my age and knee I wanted the lightest bike possible. They tend to hover around $10k after several years. Good logic by you ride safely and thank you

[@bk6271]

she 🙄

[@maraudermitchelli]

Yes they're all my girls...thank you for watching and commenting. Ride safe and in peace