A good radiator guard will have more mud buildup. You are installing the aftermarket rad guard to stop debris from damaging the radiator. As a rule, they have more area blocked. Regular cleaning is required. - Frank
Hey, Nice video. I know you're busy, so I'll keep this brief. I'm interested in the status of the FuelX Lite and DNA filters. Given a choice between the two, what do you recommend to have first if one cannot go for both simultaneously? Could you suggest the following: FuelX Lite or a regular air filter from BMC or K&N?
Hey, thanks. Either of those will probably work. I personally like DNA filters. As long as you stick with an in box filter, you won’t need the fuelx lite. That said, I highly recommend the fuelx lite as it will greatly improve the low end performance of the bike.
I'm curious, what are your impressions of the fuelx, Frank? I find it hard to believe a nice guy like you would be kicked off. I remember a video of you asking your TH-cam viewers if it was okay to ask for liking and subscribing 🤣. You’ve got to be one of the chillest TH-camrs out there, and definitely a mainstay within the 390 community 👍.
@@林谷裕 Installing an aftermarket airbox lid filter affects the air-to-fuel ratio. A fuel controller, like the fuelx, is necessary to adjust the fuel injection to ensure the proper mixture of air and fuel for optimal combustion. アフターマーケットのエアボックスリッドフィルターを取り付けると、空燃比に影響します。fuelxのような燃料コントローラーは、最適な燃焼のために空気と燃料の適切な混合比を確保するために燃料噴射を調整するために必要です。
Great update. The FuelX lite is my only engine mod, and it made the low speed much better for me, but i only have done road and gravel and a dirt road. Never gotten over 50+ mpg, but just hit my 600 mile service light. No riding for the rest of this year. Knee replacement this morning
@@advinjapan it will be 3 weeks Tuesday the 8th. I still have to work a bunch more movement back into it. I mostly have trouble sleeping. I figured out that pain pills don’t work for me. It is getting better daily.
Glad you got it resolved. I did a longish ride with freeway bits doing 70+mph and still got 57mpg with DNA lid, Fuelx Lite, and BDSB fuel controller. I might hold off on the 14t sprocket swap.
Thanks for the update. I'm going with the fuel x lite with the stock lid, aftermarket high flow filter with a pre filter mod. What filter do you recommend?
Dude Japan is so beautiful. Your filming and everything is perfect too!! Just a quick question. Does your headlight assembly wanna rattle itself to death with that gps holder and phone. I have the same holder and either I'll quit or my headlight assembly will. quit.
Thanks DHMH! I’m really enjoying this whole adventure, including the filming. I’m not having any particular issues. Have you checked to make sure all the bolts are securely tightened? I know the two bolts on each side of the holder can be a hassle to get in there properly. Sorry I’m not much more help than that. In any case, the bike is very loud to begin with, rattles all over the place, so there is that.
I have both the air box lid and FuelX Lite as well. I do all road driving because where I live in Ohio, I can't find any trails yet. I mainly like the posture of an adv bike, that's my main reason for buying one. I did find a K&N style OEM filter to compliment the DNA lid. Hopefully it performs as good as a K&N. I live in an area that is pretty clean, so regular cleaning and oiling the filters should protect my engine just fine. Still waiting on the filter. For less than half price of the K&N, I have to wait for delivery from China. I too love the combo of the DNA lid and FuelX Lite. I also bought a small cheap muffler that is basically just a straight pipe without the baffle. All three parts have awakened the power and sound of this bike . I like the louder sound. It's not obnoxious like a Harley but it makes you bike sound a bit meaner and not like a glorious moped 😂. At 7k rpm it still fairly quiet as long as you don't crack the throttle open. Replacement For Husqvarna 200, 250,401 Vitpilen Svartpilen 2018-2020, For KT/M 125 Duke 200 Duke 250 Duke 300 Duke 390 Adventure 2017-2021 Air Filter HFA6303 OE:93006015000 a.co/d/iYCqauT
That’s great Allen, I like your setup. I’m in the market for a cheap slip on myself and maybe a mid pipe to get rid of the heavy (and virtually useless) resonator. Good luck with finding trails, I’m sure they are out there, just have look around.
@@advinjapan thanks, your setup is nice too. How did you end up in Japan? You have a professional sounding voice, are you in broadcasting or something? I left the cat on and the big resonator. I may do a cat/resonator delete eventually but don't really see the reason to as of yet. 🙏
@@allentig just picked up and moved over here, haven’t looked back, nothing special. Haha, lot of people say that, but no, not in the broadcasting biz. Deleting the resonator will save you roughly 15-20lbs of weight.
@@advinjapan haha, 15-20 pounds won't matter much. I'm 6ft 4in 250 pounds . The bike is only going to go so fast with my fat ass 😂 ... I look like a grown man on a 50cc dirt bike 😂😂
Hi, I recently discovered your channel. I am owner KTM ADV 390 since April of this year. I am very much considering the purchase Fuel X. I'm trying to get some information about it. You channel definitely provide them. Good Job 💪. I have AliExpress radiator guard (holes), but stock fender. No overheating yet. Let me ask a question. You are a soldier serving in Japan? 🪖 Greeting from Czech Republic.
Hey, thank you very much. The fuelx is a great upgrade. It’s made even better with an aftermarket air filter and/or exhaust. With that radiator just make sure to thoroughly clean it out every so often👍. Actually, I was a soldier in the US Military🤟🏻. I’m an expat that moved to Japan.
@@advinjapan Great, I had intuition that must be something related to military 😀. I'm soldier for 15 years right now. Thanks for the quick response. I'll probably buy it. I don't know yet to get LITE or PRO version. I'm focus more on road travelling. Radiator clogged by mud is not common in my bike. But I'll keep in mind. Thanks you. I Wish you a lot of happy miles and stay safe.
I have 2021 same color same same. I had nearly a year of stalling issues. Took it in for the latest firmware update and I have not had a single stall since and ive put about 7K miles on since then. Just so people know.
My bike is in deep water too often for the DNA filter. I do run a K&N with the stock cover, which does an excellent job of keeping the water out. - Frank
Hi I have a question , would you write or send a link where you bought the windshield? I would like to ask because in the video on the steering wheel on the left and right side some devices would you write what it is?
Hi, thanks for the comment! The windshield is from Aliexpress. Just search, “KTM 390 adventure rally winshield” and it should pop up. The devices on the handlebars are a GoPro remote control and a control for my insta 360 camera.
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A good radiator guard will have more mud buildup. You are installing the aftermarket rad guard to stop debris from damaging the radiator. As a rule, they have more area blocked. Regular cleaning is required. - Frank
Yup, totally agree!
Thanks for the video update/review! I have been looking at these mods myself, and I think I might be sold!
Thank you, I enjoy your channel too. Fuelx and lid filter combo is a must, you won’t regret it👍.
Checking the radiator guard regularly is a great tip THANKS
Totally, just happened to me again the other day😅
Glad you got it figured out!
Yeah, me too! Thanks to so many awesome people!
Great Review, VERY WELL DONE!
Thank you Glenn, I appreciate it🙏
Hey, Nice video. I know you're busy, so I'll keep this brief. I'm interested in the status of the FuelX Lite and DNA filters. Given a choice between the two, what do you recommend to have first if one cannot go for both simultaneously? Could you suggest the following: FuelX Lite or a regular air filter from BMC or K&N?
Hey, thanks. Either of those will probably work. I personally like DNA filters. As long as you stick with an in box filter, you won’t need the fuelx lite. That said, I highly recommend the fuelx lite as it will greatly improve the low end performance of the bike.
I have not released my FuelX review for fear of being kicked out of the Facebook group 😬. It's been uploaded for at least six week. 😎 - Frank
I'm curious, what are your impressions of the fuelx, Frank? I find it hard to believe a nice guy like you would be kicked off. I remember a video of you asking your TH-cam viewers if it was okay to ask for liking and subscribing 🤣. You’ve got to be one of the chillest TH-camrs out there, and definitely a mainstay within the 390 community 👍.
I agree..
Good morning, Sir, if I changed DNA’s filter&filter cover, I need to change fuelX kit also? Why? Thank you Sir.
@@林谷裕 Installing an aftermarket airbox lid filter affects the air-to-fuel ratio. A fuel controller, like the fuelx, is necessary to adjust the fuel injection to ensure the proper mixture of air and fuel for optimal combustion.
アフターマーケットのエアボックスリッドフィルターを取り付けると、空燃比に影響します。fuelxのような燃料コントローラーは、最適な燃焼のために空気と燃料の適切な混合比を確保するために燃料噴射を調整するために必要です。
Great update. The FuelX lite is my only engine mod, and it made the low speed much better for me, but i only have done road and gravel and a dirt road. Never gotten over 50+ mpg, but just hit my 600 mile service light. No riding for the rest of this year. Knee replacement this morning
Thanks Ron, Fuelx lite alone is a great upgrade. Knee replacement?! My god, I hope it goes well, friend.
@@advinjapan just got home. Everyone says it is the best thing they have done
Glad to hear it went will 🤟🏻. Long recovery?
@@advinjapan it will be 3 weeks Tuesday the 8th. I still have to work a bunch more movement back into it. I mostly have trouble sleeping. I figured out that pain pills don’t work for me. It is getting better daily.
Oh man, good luck and Godspeed!
Glad you got it resolved. I did a longish ride with freeway bits doing 70+mph and still got 57mpg with DNA lid, Fuelx Lite, and BDSB fuel controller. I might hold off on the 14t sprocket swap.
That's great, how do you like that fuel controller so far? Helping with the higher range RMPs?
@@advinjapan It does seem to have more oomph when pulling beyond 6500rpm when it becomes open-loop. Hard to say without a dyno.
That’s good to hear, Sounds like it compliments the fuelx lite pretty well👍.
Thanks for the update. I'm going with the fuel x lite with the stock lid, aftermarket high flow filter with a pre filter mod. What filter do you recommend?
Thanks a lot! For the airbox? I have not looked at the options, but I seen a lot of people using the DNA filter.
Dude Japan is so beautiful. Your filming and everything is perfect too!! Just a quick question. Does your headlight assembly wanna rattle itself to death with that gps holder and phone. I have the same holder and either I'll quit or my headlight assembly will. quit.
Thanks DHMH! I’m really enjoying this whole adventure, including the filming.
I’m not having any particular issues. Have you checked to make sure all the bolts are securely tightened? I know the two bolts on each side of the holder can be a hassle to get in there properly. Sorry I’m not much more help than that. In any case, the bike is very loud to begin with, rattles all over the place, so there is that.
great content!
Thank you sir!
I have both the air box lid and FuelX Lite as well. I do all road driving because where I live in Ohio, I can't find any trails yet. I mainly like the posture of an adv bike, that's my main reason for buying one. I did find a K&N style OEM filter to compliment the DNA lid. Hopefully it performs as good as a K&N. I live in an area that is pretty clean, so regular cleaning and oiling the filters should protect my engine just fine. Still waiting on the filter. For less than half price of the K&N, I have to wait for delivery from China. I too love the combo of the DNA lid and FuelX Lite. I also bought a small cheap muffler that is basically just a straight pipe without the baffle. All three parts have awakened the power and sound of this bike . I like the louder sound. It's not obnoxious like a Harley but it makes you bike sound a bit meaner and not like a glorious moped 😂. At 7k rpm it still fairly quiet as long as you don't crack the throttle open.
Replacement For Husqvarna 200, 250,401 Vitpilen Svartpilen 2018-2020, For KT/M 125 Duke 200 Duke 250 Duke 300 Duke 390 Adventure 2017-2021 Air Filter HFA6303 OE:93006015000 a.co/d/iYCqauT
That’s great Allen, I like your setup. I’m in the market for a cheap slip on myself and maybe a mid pipe to get rid of the heavy (and virtually useless) resonator. Good luck with finding trails, I’m sure they are out there, just have look around.
@@advinjapan thanks, your setup is nice too. How did you end up in Japan? You have a professional sounding voice, are you in broadcasting or something? I left the cat on and the big resonator. I may do a cat/resonator delete eventually but don't really see the reason to as of yet.
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@@allentig just picked up and moved over here, haven’t looked back, nothing special. Haha, lot of people say that, but no, not in the broadcasting biz. Deleting the resonator will save you roughly 15-20lbs of weight.
@@advinjapan haha, 15-20 pounds won't matter much. I'm 6ft 4in 250 pounds . The bike is only going to go so fast with my fat ass 😂 ... I look like a grown man on a 50cc dirt bike 😂😂
@@allentig 🤣🤣🤣
7K RPM... Did you drop your gearing? I can cruise at 85 mph below 7K. - Frank
He swapped to 14t countershaft sprocket.
@@blastradiu5 Thank you. - Frank
@@OneOldManRiding Yes, but I did exaggerate a bit, probably not as high as 7000, but still not exactly comfortable even at 5000-6000 for long periods.
Hi, I recently discovered your channel. I am owner KTM ADV 390 since April of this year. I am very much considering the purchase Fuel X. I'm trying to get some information about it. You channel definitely provide them. Good Job 💪. I have AliExpress radiator guard (holes), but stock fender. No overheating yet. Let me ask a question. You are a soldier serving in Japan? 🪖 Greeting from Czech Republic.
Hey, thank you very much. The fuelx is a great upgrade. It’s made even better with an aftermarket air filter and/or exhaust. With that radiator just make sure to thoroughly clean it out every so often👍.
Actually, I was a soldier in the US Military🤟🏻. I’m an expat that moved to Japan.
@@advinjapan Great, I had intuition that must be something related to military 😀. I'm soldier for 15 years right now. Thanks for the quick response. I'll probably buy it. I don't know yet to get LITE or PRO version. I'm focus more on road travelling. Radiator clogged by mud is not common in my bike. But I'll keep in mind. Thanks you. I Wish you a lot of happy miles and stay safe.
Yeah, it’s so easy to spot someone with a military background, sticks with us for good, Good luck and thank you for your service!
I have 2021 same color same same. I had nearly a year of stalling issues. Took it in for the latest firmware update and I have not had a single stall since and ive put about 7K miles on since then. Just so people know.
Good to know, thanks Mike. I’m taking my bike in next weekend to see if I can upgrade the firmware.
Have you ever face bike stalling when driving or when bike is still cold? My 390 duke is doing this on me ...
Thanks for the comment. Maybe a few times at first. But the fuelx sorted all this issues out. Also the 14T sprocket.
My bike is in deep water too often for the DNA filter. I do run a K&N with the stock cover, which does an excellent job of keeping the water out. - Frank
Yes, those foam filters are good for those who take the occasional swim, like one of your more recent videos 🤣.
Hi I have a question , would you write or send a link where you bought the windshield? I would like to ask because in the video on the steering wheel on the left and right side some devices would you write what it is?
Hi, thanks for the comment! The windshield is from Aliexpress. Just search, “KTM 390 adventure rally winshield” and it should pop up. The devices on the handlebars are a GoPro remote control and a control for my insta 360 camera.
What mirrors do you have? My stock ones vibrate a lot.
I’ve got the DoubleTake mirrors, amazing, though I recommend pickup aftermarket ball mounts on Amazon. They are harder and better than stock.
お疲れ様でした！
Thanks dude!
Great video my friend. Say hello to kitty for me.
Thanks Scott, you got it 😸.
I m kinda paranoic and I m offering special attection to the radiator area when cleaning the bike 😬
Yeah me too🤣. Thanks Cristian 🤟🏻.
Has anyone tryed the KTM raider gard ?
Which brand? I’ve got Aliexpress and it’s fine as long as you clean it frequently.