OK thanks for the replies, will report back.

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Thanks guys. Sounds to me like the 'cut edge' will be fine, but the surface nearby may be contaminated.

Would be great to hear from someone with real-world experience?

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I'm having some 5mm 5083 sheet cut by water-jet, and then plan to TIG it with 5356. The cutting guy has warned there may be some staining of the ali. Is this going to be contamination that will hinder the welding process? I don't want to be having to clean it apart from acetone wipe. Sent from my SM...

OK, had a ride this evening.

I don't think it will reach 65ºC normally, but I think it could exceed it a little (5-10º perhaps) on occasions, such as stuck in city traffic on a hot day.

What would this do to the 5083?

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I'm also having 6082 suggested, seems a better option than 6061 at least.

Going to see how hot the OEM one gets before I make a decision. I don't reckon it'll reach 65ºC.

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

ER5556 looks like a good choice for filler. Good strength and Hobart says a good Anodize match for 5xxx. How big is the bike? Wondering if 5mm is thick enough. A bash on the plate could easily exceed 10 Gs of force. 800cc. I've used 6mm on 1200cc Adv bikes, but weight is an important factor - I had...

how hot will it get being so close to an engine and exhaust pipes? 5083, like most 5 series, has a low temp threshold of 65c/149f. this is why 6061 is commonly used on vehicles anywhere near the engine. At the very closest point it is only 7mm clear of the exhaust, but this is 500mm downstream of t...

OK, no replies, but the cutting and folding guys are suggesting 5083. Sixty seconds of my research, combined with their knowledge, tells me this is a good choice! Can anyone suggest which filler will be most appropriate, bearing in mind that I'm intending to bead-blast and then clear anodize? The jo...

It's going to be 5mm (0.020") sheet, tightest bend will be 32.5mm. I need to TIG weld it and then anodize it. I'd like something a bit less soft and more rigid than 6061. Corrosion resistance might also be a requirement, but I guess the anodize will take care of that? First one (prototype) for ...

I totally agree on the Iran/Pamir. It's on my bucket list. We did Western BAM and the OSR. This was in 2012. We met up with Terry Brown and Walter Colebatch in Irkutsk and rode with them to Yakutsk. There they headed home and we continued on to Magadan. Our part of the story is on Walters thread on...

I totally agree on the Iran/Pamir. It's on my bucket list. We did Western BAM and the OSR. This was in 2012. We met up with Terry Brown and Walter Colebatch in Irkutsk and rode with them to Yakutsk. There they headed home and we continued on to Magadan. Our part of the story is on Walters thread on...

I'm sure I've heard that beeswax is best. Or was that a strange dream?

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Nice. We came through Polen, Ukraine (Chernobyl) into Russia. Then from Irkutsk we followed the same route. BAM and OSR? I actually hadn't planned on either beforehand, but was talked into the BAM by a Danish guy I met in UB. After that, the OSR seemed like a good idea :-) Next time I head that way...

Nice. We came through Polen, Ukraine (Chernobyl) into Russia. Then from Irkutsk we followed the same route. BAM and OSR? I actually hadn't planned on either beforehand, but was talked into the BAM by a Danish guy I met in UB. After that, the OSR seemed like a good idea :-) Next time I head that way...

EtronX wrote: Greetings IanC.

What route did you take to Magadan?

Best regards from a fellow Bonesman.

Hello EtronX, fellow Bonesman! Here's the map:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=16hYhb ... sp=sharing

It was a downloaded map. Dynojet UK offered to tune it on my bike, for free, after I expressed my disappointment. Basically it had no real benefit, but did increase my fuel consumption by 20% or so. I may still take up their offer, but they're 4-5 hours of motorway away. kiwi2wheels, I will hopefull...

And yes that is a PCV lead. To be honest all it did was whack up my fuel consumption, so I reverted to a zero-map, until I next have the tank off, when I'll remove it and eBay I think. Though Dyno-jet UK did offer to dyno/tune it FOC if I took it to them.

I did wonder 'aircraft'. I actually fitted some very expensive bolts, but still managed to bend the top one! On a trip last year from the UK to Magadan (Russia's Far East)... https://www.powercellperformance.com/shop/grade-12-9-shock-bolt-kit-for-the-ktm-1190-sr/ When I asked if they'd replace, that...

And here's the revised 2016 detail: 2016.jpg I did officially ask KTM. Here's their B/S reply: "We do not allow the frames to be welded for any reason as it can affect the structural integrity of the frame any alterations would invalidate any warranty or goodwill and the bike would no longer be...

Thanks guys. And thanks for doing my research Dave - sorry!! Not very clear with all the wires in the way, but here's my 2014 detail:

I want to reinforce a weak spot on the frame of my bike, the top shock mount. It's a 2014 KTM 1190 Adventure. Reason being, I've now bent two shock bolts, and they're not easy to remove once bent. KTM have actually reinforced the area on the 2016 models, so I guess I'm not alone. Any idea what sort ...