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  1. Philip

    Owner's Review 2019 Alta EXR Ride Review on MX track and EXR vs '19 300XC on a woods Loop: Silent Eagle!

    There is also a problem with either the torsion spring shape or the location of the hole on the frame. I chose to bend the spring. @Mark911 drilled a new hole. Both methods reduce the rubbing of the spring against the pedal.
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    Charging opportunity from RV hookups

    I am setting up my van to charge from both 110V and 240V. I will have both types of plugs inside as well.
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    Alta in Europe - 2019? Never?

    Hi Morten, I've heard a rumor somewhere that Alta wants to start selling the MXRs in Europe soon. How soon I do not know. The road legal bikes will take longer because of various homologation requirements, and may not happen at all without the ABS, but selling the off-road only version should...
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    240V Inverter in a Van or Truck

    These batteries are promising a smaller size, weight, cost, and a longer life. They just do not have a built-in BMS (Battery Management System). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078JB836N/?tag=sce0f-20
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    240V Inverter in a Van or Truck

    Some questions still remain: 1) Do I need the stock lead battery at all? Should I replace it with Lithium? -- Yes, it is needed for starting. LiFePO4 batteries are not designed for engine starting loads. 2) If I have to keep the stock lead battery, then do I need a "battery isolator"? --...
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    240V Inverter in a Van or Truck

    So... I had Recipe #1, then Recipe #2, and now I have one more recipe: RECIPE #3 1) Buy a 12 - 110/240V inverter+charger: 4000 Watt Pure Sine Inverter Charger - 12 Vdc to 120/240 Vac (DONE!) 2) Buy 3x 100 Ah Lithium batteries: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XX197GJ/?tag=sce0f-20 Total...
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    240V Inverter in a Van or Truck

    I am curious to know the answer to this.
  8. Philip

    Owner's Review Review after 500 miles on my MXR

    The MX/MXR/EXR chains are 116-link chains and 12/53 sprockets. I think the EX also uses 116 links, even though it uses a 13-tooth front sprocket. You can also run 118-link chains with the stock sprockets. This will move the rear wheel 5/8" back. I'd also recommend a 118-link chain if you are...
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    Owner's Review Review after 500 miles on my MXR

    I have been buying Primary Drive chains from RMATVMC. They are well-priced X-ring chains. Very quiet and so far have lasted very well. The stock Alta's chain is junky, starts stretching after just 2-3 hours of riding and never stops. I replaced mine before it stretches too long and starts...
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    Battery Energy State Hysteresis

    This is a pretty geeky discussion, I like it. It belongs into the Technical forum. I just moved it.
  11. Philip

    Speed and Firmware

    Bikes displaying an incorrect 10% higher speed seems to be a standard industry practice. No idea why motorcycle manufacturers keep doing this. A higher displayed value encourages speeding, shortens the warranty period, and hurts the resale value. Time to write to your congressman to request...
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    Father son bonding

    Awesome! Beautiful scenery, a great place to share with someone special in your life. Love it!
  13. Philip

    Owner's Review 2019 Alta EXR Ride Review on MX track and EXR vs '19 300XC on a woods Loop: Silent Eagle!

    Man, glad you finally got yourself an Alta bike! I told you you'd like it! Thank you for the review and the video! (y)
  14. Philip

    Alta video game

    LOL! This is awesome. They should add some more regen, chain, and dirt hitting the rear fender sounds though. But it is pretty close already, I like it. I think this video game had 60-70hp Altas though. I wonder how soon the MXR-R will be coming out. :D
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    Nice to listen to native birds while on a dirt bike

    Nice jungle riding!
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    Alta Error Codes

    I have stickied this thread. Hope it does not grow too big. But if we keep seeing certain error codes we will hopefully know what they mean and what to do about them.
  17. Philip

    Code 36 service required???

    Thank you for updating us. Please let us know how it works out.
  18. Philip

    Owner's Review 10 minute review

    I rarely thrown away old inner tubes. Usually they get cut into rubber bands. It should be even possible to keep that rubber band nearby. Either on the front brake lever, or somewhere not far away, in case it is needed. I use a heavy-duty velcro tie when I transport heavy bikes in my van...
  19. Philip

    How often to check the WP AER48 fork air pressure?

    Thank you, Fog. I considered sending my suspension to shops that already got good reviews, but I have some history with and loyalty to Kreft Moto. They just finished tuning an MXR that someone left with them. The engineer in me would also be kicking himself if I do not try out their Revalve...
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    How often to check the WP AER48 fork air pressure?

    Perhaps you're right. I need to try to do it manually one more time. There is surely a lot of room around this shock. I just though if I make it easier to do, I would be doing it more often. With the possibility of changing the fork's air pressure easily, it wouldn't hurt to play with the rear...
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