FLboy My Rides (2) Posted September 22, 2005 Okay, I'm thinking about getting a KTM 4-stroke to Dual Sport since the Japanese bikes are impossible to with the MSO stating "Off Highway Use Only". Which is the best, the 450EXC or the 520EXC. Also, I live in Florida. Anyone had any trouble getting tags for a KTM? I was thinking the 450 because if I ever wanted to run a HS, I could run in the 250 class (is that true). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiethco Posted September 22, 2005 KTMtalk.com Everything you ever wanted to know about the KTM is over there. If you're looking at the 520 , I think they stopped making that in 02. I have an 04 450 EXC. E-start, 6 speed, great suspension, It's not an XR, but it makes me smile in a different sorta way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrSmooth Posted September 23, 2005 The 520 is gone in name only. It's now called a 525 but it's the same size as the old 520. I had an 01 520 tagged from the dealer in Springhill. I added Eline dual sport kit and that thing rocked. It was an excellent dual sport bike. I raced Enduros and HS on it also. Go for it. You can't go wrong with a KTM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peakmoto Posted September 23, 2005 Joe Racer Products makes D/S kits for KTM's. http://www.joeracerproducts.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
savageracing Posted September 23, 2005 If you want a kit there is only one choice www.trickdualsport.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irondude Posted September 24, 2005 Another option would be to buy a 2006 Husqvarna. Their 250, 450, 510 and 610's are all street legal in all 50 states! I race the 510--its faster and out handles a 525 IMHO. Not trying to get in a pissing match--but you stated you are not satisfied with the jap bikes and want a plate---so its worth a look at the awesome new Husqvarnas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katoom525sx Posted September 26, 2005 Not to sure about the KTM's in your state but in washington it is the same way, if it says off road use only on the MSO = no plate but ya you can just walk in a licens a ktm becaue of the MSO not saying that. My 03 525sx was plated and my 04 125sx is plated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjracer Posted September 27, 2005 Katoom, I have a 525sx, what have you done to it to make it street legal. I think I'm going to do this in the winter. How much did it cost for parts? Any info would be greatly appreciated. I think is WI I can get away from having to put on blinkers, but I need a front light, brake light, and mirror. Do you have a kick stand on your's? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
