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moose 53
01-15-2008, 12:09 AM
I installed a compression release on my KTM 540 TECATE 3wheeler to take the strain off me and the bike ,looks like it will work well . I am waiting for the right tap to finish it up. :Bounce

Louis Mielke
01-15-2008, 12:19 AM
I've heard conflicting reports about putting the decompress in the head.

cr480r
01-15-2008, 02:49 AM
I installed a compression release on my KTM 540

The install looks very nice... you do good work..


I've heard conflicting reports about putting the decompress in the head.

Me too....

moose 53
01-15-2008, 12:37 PM
Here are more :pics:

moose 53
01-15-2008, 12:42 PM
This last photo is the setup to face the head and put the o ring groove in. :Bounce

moose 53
01-25-2008, 08:32 PM
The compression release works wonderfully as a engine brake . The back brake in effect is about doubled . But the engine will not start with the compression release on, warm or cold . KTM came with a PAS power system in the jug ,it was sealed when the jug was sleeved . I'll open it up and see if that helps :Bounce

moose 53
01-30-2008, 10:37 PM
Opened up the PAS port in the jug , put the x dimension at max (.050) or 2.2 mm and timed the motor . It still is not easy but I can kick start it cold now with out rolling down the hill or using the compression release. :Bounce