Builds, Reviews, Tips – Live Like Pete https://livelikepete.com Adventure Blog Mon, 02 May 2022 17:59:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://livelikepete.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-logo-2021_without-slogan-32x32.png Builds, Reviews, Tips – Live Like Pete https://livelikepete.com 32 32 2017 KTM 500 EXC-F: Uncorked and Retuned https://livelikepete.com/2017-ktm-500-exc-f-uncorked-and-retuned/ https://livelikepete.com/2017-ktm-500-exc-f-uncorked-and-retuned/#comments Wed, 20 Sep 2017 16:53:41 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=8457 Read More]]> There is no doubt that the 2017 KTM 500 EXC-F is one of the most powerful and best performing dual sport bikes on the market right now. Even right out of the box it blows away the competition with it’s 62 horsepower. The crazy thing is, there is even more power to be had if you own one in the United States. The noise and emission restrictions set forth by the federal government are so strict...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/2017-ktm-500-exc-f-uncorked-and-retuned/feed/ 11 KTM 500 vs 690: Dual Sport Bike Comparison https://livelikepete.com/ktm-500-vs-690-dual-sport-bike-comparison/ https://livelikepete.com/ktm-500-vs-690-dual-sport-bike-comparison/#comments Fri, 19 May 2017 21:43:55 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=6500 Read More]]> everything extremely well, therefore buying a dual sport can be tricky if you don’t plan to own more than one. I’ve found that a good majority of the ADV and dual sport community are weekend riders who just want to get out and ride some trails, but don’t want to load their bike up to get there. Some only have a short stretch of highway while others have to travel great distances to get to the...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/ktm-500-vs-690-dual-sport-bike-comparison/feed/ 16 7 Tips For Riding Alone https://livelikepete.com/7-tips-for-riding-alone/ https://livelikepete.com/7-tips-for-riding-alone/#comments Tue, 09 May 2017 06:14:27 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=6457 Read More]]> Many people cringe at the fact that I often go riding by myself. Solo riding has been a normal thing for me for at least the past 20 years. Is it dangerous? Of course it is! Have I had accidents or crashes while riding alone? You betcha! I try not to let the risks scare me from going out and enjoying what I love to do. Riding motorcycles is one of the greatest joys of my life. If you are a...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/7-tips-for-riding-alone/feed/ 2 5 Ways to Make Motocamping More Comfortable https://livelikepete.com/5-tips-for-comfortable-motocamping/ https://livelikepete.com/5-tips-for-comfortable-motocamping/#comments Wed, 19 Apr 2017 05:31:02 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=6145 Read More]]> As far as I’m concerned, camping off of your motorcycle is the best part of an adventure ride. It adds a whole new dynamic to the experience and allows you to really enjoy the outdoors. Knowing that you are equipped to set up wherever you may land at the end of the day is a fantastic feeling of freedom, independence and self-reliance. Motocamping allows you to do multi-day rides in remote areas...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/5-tips-for-comfortable-motocamping/feed/ 3 ’17 KTM 500 EXC-F Build Up https://livelikepete.com/17-ktm-500-exc-f-build-up/ https://livelikepete.com/17-ktm-500-exc-f-build-up/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2017 23:42:39 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=5416 Read More]]> No motorcycle is ever ready to go from the factory, therefore everyone sets their bike up to fit their needs. There are always going to be things to make it more comfortable, perform better and be protected from the off-road elements. After picking up my 2017 KTM 500 EXC, I only got about 1 or two rides on it before the mods began. My buddy Greg at Head Down Throttle Back set me up with a pile of...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/17-ktm-500-exc-f-build-up/feed/ 21 New Year, New Bike! 2017 KTM 500 EXC-F https://livelikepete.com/new-year-new-bike-2017-ktm-500-exc-f/ https://livelikepete.com/new-year-new-bike-2017-ktm-500-exc-f/#comments Sun, 22 Jan 2017 20:52:41 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=5200 Read More]]> 2017 is already starting off great. I just picked up the new 2017 KTM 500 EXC-F. Although my 690 is very capable on the trail, this bike will be my street legal, neighborhood terrorizing, singletrack killing, dune bike! That’s right. I now have a bike to rip through the sand dunes again. It’s going to be fun. It’s 64 HP bone stock and only weighs about 240 lbs. I plan to keep it lightweight and...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/new-year-new-bike-2017-ktm-500-exc-f/feed/ 1 KTM 690 Enduro Build Up https://livelikepete.com/ktm-690-enduro-build-up/ https://livelikepete.com/ktm-690-enduro-build-up/#comments Sun, 25 Sep 2016 21:18:21 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=4668 Read More]]> The KTM 690 Enduro is the do-it-all, modern day dual sport / adventure bike. From tight single track to highway speeds, I have loved this bike ever since I bought it new in 2012. Coming from an XR650L, the 690 was a fun upgrade. There are other bikes that perform better is certain situations, but for an all around fun dual sport, I don’t think there is any other bike that performs as well in all...

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/ktm-690-enduro-build-up/feed/ 2 How To Create Your Own GPS Tracks Using Google Earth https://livelikepete.com/how-to-create-your-own-gps-tracks-using-google-earth/ https://livelikepete.com/how-to-create-your-own-gps-tracks-using-google-earth/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2016 01:30:43 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=3951 Read More]]> Do you want to start doing longer adventure rides and explore new areas? How about hike a specific trail or mountain that is difficult to find? Maybe you want to go find a cabin in the middle of the desert that you spotted while playing around on Google Earth? GPS tracks will give you guidance that you need so you don’t get lost. I use a Garmin 62s for navigating on and off the trail.

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/how-to-create-your-own-gps-tracks-using-google-earth/feed/ 2 4 Day Motocamping Gear List https://livelikepete.com/4-day-motocamping-gear-list/ https://livelikepete.com/4-day-motocamping-gear-list/#respond Thu, 11 Aug 2016 03:15:23 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=3880 Read More]]> Packing for a moto-camping trip can be a little challenging if it’s your first time. I continue to refine my list of essentials every trip by learning to minimize my load. I find out what I can’t go without and what I can leave at home. The key to packing for a multi-day adventure is to go light! I can’t stress that enough. You don’t want to overload your bike but you want to be comfortable.

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]]> https://livelikepete.com/4-day-motocamping-gear-list/feed/ 0 5 Ways to Make Changing Tubes Painless https://livelikepete.com/5-ways-to-make-changing-tubes-painless/ https://livelikepete.com/5-ways-to-make-changing-tubes-painless/#comments Sat, 18 Jun 2016 18:53:59 +0000 http://livelikepete.com/?p=1242 Read More]]> We all hate getting flats on a ride. Over the years I have learned a few things that make swapping that spare tube out a little easier. 1. Practice! The only way you get better at something is to be really bad at it first. So get some practice! I make it a point to change out my own tires when it’s time for some new rubber on my bike. I also use the tools that I carry on my bike so I know I have...

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