Is that even possible? I just picked up a 07 400 xcw and it`s by far the most beautiful Iv bike that has ever been ridden. (comes from a 06 CRF450) I bought the bike for $2900 and it came with a transferable registration. Untitled. Is it possible to legalize this bike in New York in any way? Can I possibly put welds on the frame and try to register it as a custom bike? Also 2900 was a good price for this bike. The thing rolls like a dam beauty! It`s a good deal if the bike is clean; about half of the average retail trade. I have a 07 450XC and it is street legal. My bike was purchased in another state that issued a title for the bike so I could buy an NC sign for the animal. If I had bought the bike in North Carolina, I wouldn`t have been able to put it on the road because of the sticker that only says the tight course. Good luck and have fun. I now have just over 60 hours on our 2009 KTM 400 XC-W, so I thought it was time to share what I`ve learned about this bike and make some suggestions for modifications if you`re lucky enough to own one yourself. First of all, the XC-W is a very versatile bike. I rode a few enduros and even managed to get to the motocross track, but most of the time I only used the bike for a variety of rides. KTM manufactures the 400cc size only in XC-W form (W stands for Wide Ratio Transmission and W models are also equipped with a kickstart).

I had the opportunity to drive both the 450 XC-W and the 450 XC for comparison. The 400 has a more user-friendly power that many people believe can actually go faster on the technical terrain. I tend to agree, but on the other hand, I like the extra sparkle that the 450 offers. For my taste, I prefer the 450, but I had a lot of fun on the 400. For serious trail driving, especially anything with open ground, the W model`s wheels are a better choice and offer kickstart support (which XC models ditch in favor of about 10 pounds of weight savings). However, if you`re running, I`d suggest the XC model (meaning the 400 isn`t an option) because the tighter gear ratio is nice and the ten pounds saved are even more noticeable. I`ve never used the reliable KTM kickstart, so I`m not too worried about needing it as a backup. When it comes to durability, the engine continues to purr like a kitten and starts very easily. My only service was four oil changes with Maxima Maxum-4 10W40 www.maximausa.com (both in the gearbox and in the engine, which are separate on the W models). I felt it had to be time to at least check the valves, but Karel Kramer, our KTM guru, said that when the valves tighten, it becomes difficult to start, which was not the case at all. So I`m going to drive her for a while.

Basically, I really didn`t do anything with it. Even the clutch discs have not been replaced! The suspension also held up very well and is certainly due for an oil service, but the performance is still extremely good for trail driving. When I rode the bike on the Cahuilla Creek motocross track (MX quite old school with only a few jumps), the suspension was bearable, but here the slightly stiffer XC model with a little less weight and a tighter transmission really shows its difference. But like I said, the 400 XC-W was good enough to have a good time on track. Changes The most important modification you can make on the 400 is to replace the front sprocket with a 12-tooth sprocket. The standard gearbox (13-52) is far too high for trail rides and with the wide gear ratio, the bike still has a lot of high-end even with the 12. You can get sprockets from different sources, but I got the Rocky Mountain MC Pro Taper 12 teeth when I ordered other parts, www.rockymountain™.com.I found that all KTMs have a slightly lean feel, especially with the delay, which can be a bit irritating. R&D Racing (www.r1dean.com) manufactures an adjustable leak pump cover that completely solves this problem. The standard FCR carburetors installed by KTM do not include a leak jet and this fuel pump cover comes with the necessary parts to install a leak jet while offering external adjustment. I suggest this as an interesting modification for any four-stroke KTM XC or XCW.

Although it is adjustable, the installation of the trailing jet circuit and the use of the suggested setting allowed this bike to perform perfectly in all conditions. The standard KTM exhaust is a decent system, but as I mentioned above, I was looking for something to give the 400 a little extra snapshot. I used the FMF Q Slip On (www.fmfracing.com) for a while to make the bike a little quieter than the norm. Then I installed a complete Akrapovic exhaust system. It`s significantly lighter than the original device, but still extremely quiet, which should be very important for all of us riding on the trails. Despite the docile sound, the system provided some extra power throughout the power curve. While Akrapovic systems aren`t cheap, you`ll be hard-pressed to find a better quality exhaust. If you don`t follow the race closely, you may not know that Akrapovic is the choice of KTM motocross and off-road racing teams in Europe, so they certainly have experience with KTM. Finally, I looked at .com a few sets of tyres on the KTM 400 XC-W and found that the Maxxis Maxxcross front and rear tyres work well on wide terrain and hold up incredibly well.

For more information, see www.maxxis.com.Do Want to know more about the KTM 400 XC-W? Check out these stories elsewhere on Dirt Rider.com. First impression of drivingKTM 400 XC-W vs KTM 200 XC-W Depending on where you live, it may be different. You will need DOT tires, headlights and taillights with brake light (brake switch connected to the rear master cylinder). Horn that can be heard from a height of 200 meters. Then have it inspected by the state police. In CO, it`s a pretty simple process. It`s a breeze in Arizona. I just added the brake light switch and folding mirror. In New York, where I`m from, I don`t think it`s possible without a lot of work. Especially untitled. You must be a member to leave a comment.