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A couple of things to be aware of if considering KTM Rallye tanks. I recently ordered a set and found that they WILL NOT FIT my 2001 Adventure R. The RHS tank could possibly be made to fit with a bit of "cut and shut" on the main frame and also on the sub frame. The LHS tank absolutely won't fit because of the shape of the mould. If you are brave enough to cut this protrusion off and weld the plastic tank up again you would lose substantial volume. If you want to persevere with this you will also have to get a custom exhaust made up that will run below the footpegs and below the bottom of the RHS tank. (Have a close look at the shape of the Rallye exhaust compared with the Adventure system.) You will also have to re-fabricate the tank support rods as they don't line up correctly on the Adventurer's mounting points. You will also have to remove the rear brake master cylinder sender unit as it is also in the way of the tank. Finally you will have to replace that lovely centre stand with a KTM (or after market) sidestand.
In Australia the tanks cost AUD890 for the complete set. I figured the additional bits and pieces and labour etc. would set me back another AUD1000 or so - even if it could be done. In the end I settled for a custom made frame (AUD200) that supports two 5 litre plastic jerry cans. If you wanted something a little more flash you could have a look at the 5 litre tanks on the Acerbis website. They could be easily bolted on to your frame.
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