Motorcycle specifications KTM500 EXC Six Days 2013 The superlative challenge

the 500 EXC "READY TO RACE" for the world's biggest enduro championship, the famous "International Six Days Enduro". Six days in a row, over a thousand kilometers of terrain, 40 hours in the saddle: this is not just a challenge for the rider. The 2013 KTM 500 EXC can be prepared with a whole range of top-of-the-range accessories for this exceptionally tough race, at the start of which, every year, half the riders bet on KTM. The 500 EXC Six Days: the only genuine KTM factory orange frame.

clutch

The clutch housing with timing gear is machined from a single piece of high-strength steel. The result is unbeatable reliability. It also allows the use of thinner steel plates. The result is an extremely compact design and a slimmer motor. An elastic washer enables additional hub damping - an invaluable advantage in terms of traction and gearbox durability. The Brembo hydraulic clutch and spring washer ensure easy, controllable progressiveness.

cylinder head

The SOHC cylinder head features an overhead camshaft that drives titanium intake valves and steel exhaust valves. The entire configuration has been optimized for Keihin's EFI system to enhance the handling and performance of the KTM 500 EXC Six Days.

balancer shaft

Thanks to a clever design, KTM engineers have succeeded in developing a small, laterally-positioned balancer shaft that also acts as a drive for the water pump.

frame

In keeping with KTM tradition, frames are made from high-quality, lightweight chromium-molybdenum steel. Combined with a PDS damping system at the rear, they are designed to perfectly absorb any shocks the rear wheel may inflict on the frame. Contrary to the trend towards aluminum frames among our competitors, we supply high-tech steel frames that weigh around 0.5 kg less than the lightest frames on the market. What's more, our frames are easy to maintain and leave more space for the fuel tank and other components.

individual suspension adjustment

Each model features an individual suspension setting, perfectly matched to weight and engine. at the rear, a PDS shock absorber with direct connection above the swingarm. The fork's wide rebound range and Highspeed and Lowspeed compression damping come as standard with KTM.

fork

KTM Six Days models benefit from a completely new 48 mm Closed Cartridge fork from WP Suspension. This new patented WP 4-chamber technology (4CS) not only offers decisive advantages in terms of response and damping consistency, but is also lighter and much easier to maintain than conventional closed cartridge models. This fork will tackle the most insane trails and obstacles with ease. A further advantage: with just a few clicks, you can easily adapt the fork to suit the track and the rider, right at the top of the fork: compression on the left side, rebound on the right.

new wheels

KTM wheels with CNC-machined hubs of proven quality come as standard. GIANT's new aluminum rims, made from extremely robust 7050 aluminum, now feature the exclusive 6 Days logo. The new MAXXIS FIM tires, specially designed for KTM, offer excellent grip, precise handling and long life.

fork crown

All Six Days models feature one-piece fork crowns milled to a very high standard of finish. Not only do they look remarkable with their orange anodizing, but they are also designed to optimize the response and damping regularity of the new forks, for a final influence on the bike's overall behavior.

brakes

Brembo brakes are standard on KTM off-road bikes, with lightweight Wave disc brakes for optimum performance in terms of progressiveness and stopping power. The improved rear brake cylinder features a new design that ensures less wear on the rubber seals, and therefore longer life.

bodywork

The KTM 500 EXC Six Days features an ergonomically slim fairing with excellent contact points between rider and machine. It offers unlimited freedom of movement. The 2013 model features new graphics in the colors of Germany's ISDE.

sIX DAYS equipment

- New-generation Closed Cartridge 4CS forks from WP Suspension
- Frame with high-quality orange coating
- CNC-milled fork crown, orange anodized
- Black anodized handlebars with Six Days logo
- Bi-component Supersprox crown with steel teeth and aluminum core
- Solid rear brake disc (no slots/holes)
- SXS Camel saddle
- Engine mount
- Radiator guard
- Carbon exhaust protector
- Six Days anodized muffler (anthracite) and Six Days logo
- Wheels with high-quality GIANT black anodized rims with Six Days logo and black spokes
- Interchangeable front axle
- Orange radiator guard
- Orange chain guide
- Exclusive Six Days deco

News credit: KTM France
Image credits: KTMimages