2000 ML430Again, a tough call to make but consolidation and debt cutting continues. As much as I enjoy the rugged, unstoppable AWD system in these ML’s along with the sweet 4.3L V8 engine, I find that I really only *NEED* one car. So, with the CLK430 being almost owned and still overing me that same V8 enjoyment, the ML is the fat to be trimmed.
Bike was fully serviced at 8600 miles by Cliff’s Cycle Center (KTM authorized dealer). That service included:
– new battery
– valve adjustments
– carburetor cleaning and syncing
– recall check and service
– oil and filters
Also done at the same time. New tires front and rear. Also included in purchase are 3 sets of spare tubes. These were originally very difficult to source, but supplies have become more available in the last couple of years. I’ve never had to replace them due to flats. Tubes were replaced with the tires by Cycle Gear, Tacoma.
SPECIFICATIONS:
General information
Model:
KTM 950 Adventure S
Year:
2005
Engine and transmission
Displacement:
942 cc
Engine type:
V2
Stroke:
4
Power:
96.55 HP @ 8000 RPM
Torque:
70.1 ft.lbs @ 6000 RPM
Compression:
11.5:1
Bore x stroke:
100.0 x 60.0 mm
Fuel system:
Carburettor. Mikuni BST 40
Gearbox:
6-speed
Transmission type
final drive:
Chain
Physical measures
Dry weight:
436.5 lbs.
Seat height:
33.9 inches
Note: Factory KTM lowering and confort seat installed (factory orange seat will be included in sale)
Overall height:
37.4 inches
Ground clearance:
10.3 inches
Wheelbase:
61.8 inches
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:
Tubular chromoly space frame, power-coated
Rake (fork angle):
26.6°
Trail:
4.7 inches
Front suspension:
WP-USD 48 mm
Rear suspension:
WP-PDS suspension strut with hydr. spring preload
Rear suspension travel:
13.2 inches
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio:
0.4876 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:
5.81 gallons
Color options:
Blue/orange
ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
Additional Features
Luggage:
Gobi hard sidebags (KTM branding)
GPS:
Garmin GPSmap 76 – hard wired to accessory circuit
Heating:
Gerbing digital heat controller for clothing
Hi/Lo/Off selectable heated grips
Other:
High fender conversion kit
PHOTOS
Heating controller and selectable accessory circuit switch
Factory hard bag mounting system (bags included but not pictured)Brembo rear brakes - new rear tireBrembo front brakes, new front tireFactory non-skid controls and pegsDash - 8600 original milesGarmin GPSmap 76 - powered by bike accessory circuitHigh front fender kit
UPDATE:
The KTM was sold on Aug 28, 2009 in Vancouver WA. I’ll miss you big girl, that’s for certain.
