The KTM 500 EXC-F features a one-piece aluminum swingarm, which is manufactured using a gravity die-cast production process. This results in exceptional strength at the lowest possible weight and the perfect flex behavior. KTM uses lightweight, CNC-machined hubs and high-end GIANT rims on all EXC models. These guarantee maximum stability and Out of the box, off the showroom floor, the 2019 KTM 500 EXC-F is a fantastic dirt bike with the added versatility of being able to connect trails via public roads. It is first and foremost, a great dirt bike, agile, powerful, and lightweight. All of the things one wants in a trail bike with only the slightest concessions for 50-state legality 10. billet muffler end cap, the stock one size is ridiculously small and power robbing. my dealer tried to fit a 2021 SX and XC oem muffler on the 500 but they changed the mounting bolts, so you are stuck with buying a ktm powerparts muffler that is also restricted (road legal) or just swap endcaps 11. Mousses front/rear 12. LED lights thats it. I have a new 2014 KTM 500 XCW, same issue with metal chips/flakes. I immediately called. dealer and spoke with service manager. He says this is totally normal with this particular bike and is why they say to change oil often and clean all screens including magnetic plug. Metal chips will lesson with oil changes. 250-530 EXC-F/XCF-W/XCR-W ; KTM 500 EXC - Oil Screen Cleaner Facebook; I blow off with wd and check my screens every oil change. Link to comment Share on other Dude, go get yourself a 500exc or fe501s. The maintenance requirements are totally blown out of proportion by clowns & haters who think that KTM's are elitist toys. The 500exc isn't much worse than a 690 on the highway. The 500exc is dramatically better off-road. Larger fuel tanks are way cheaper for the 500 too. The amount of oil depends on how high you want the oil level. You won't need any more than two litres (it's handy to have a spare bottle if you only use a litre). KTM recommend the oil level to be between 120-90mm from the top of the forks (measured with spring removed). The easiest way to get the right level in each leg is to use a syringe KTM 500 EXC-F. Download Brochure. Base Price: 12.265,00 EUR*. Think of the 2023 KTM 500 EXC-F as a versatile sledgehammer. Hard-hitting, effective, and utterly devastating everywhere. But, thanks to a nimble chassis and its even more compact high-tech engine, this large-displacement dual-sport weapon is surprisingly light and rideable. dJuNj.