Back in May 2016, we were contacted by Christopher Cork (owner of Unit 31 fabrications, Aurora UK dealer) with a request to make a navigation tower for his 950 Rally Bike. Christopher is no stranger to us, he has participated in many rallies and has five podiums in the Twin Cylinder class:
He is one of a kind, one that likes big bikes, so he is the perfect rider to develop such a kit. Fast forward a couple of months and we developed the navigation tower with Christopher while he developed the side panels and, of course most of the parts on his bike are custom.
So… Why are we here? Because we tested the kit (well, Christopher did…), we installed it on the 9x0RR #1 bike and we are now able to offer this kit to you.
The kit includes:
for improved visibility and aerodynamics.
main beam with halogen bulb.
KTM Rally Factory high beam (fully legal), can be upgraded to a Baja Squadron Sport or Pro at extra cost.
with 7 colour combinations.
Qucik release fasteners with return springs and retaining washers so that you don’t lose them.
M5 rubber nuts for the OEM windshield.
already used in rallies at Aurora 701RR kitted bikes and by Chris Cork on his own 950RR
for the screens
different designs for pre-2009 and post-2009 speedometers
for KTM speedometer (for the pre-2009 models)
provided painted with bolts and rubber washers
colors, decals and designs – at extra cost
Do you lose functionality? Well, for starters we must remember that this kit started in the rally field. But don’t be afraid, people keep arguing that a rally bike is not a traveler’s bike and vice versa. We tend to disagree. A rally rider needs to have a light bike, one that can be serviced easily, a bike that can be ‘undressed’ with ease. Same goes for a traveler if you think about it. You need the bike to be light and agile, so you can control it easier and to add more luggage yet need to service it with ease and have reliable, proofed parts even when you are in the middle of nowhere. If there is a challenge on the road, you need to fix it as soon as possible and continue your journey to your destination. So, in effect, the needs are almost the same.
Try as we might we could not avoid the switch relocation. The KTM main switch is moved to the tower in a specific location. That means that you lose the handlebar lock. This can be overcome with the following solution: You can buy another KTM switch from KTM, remove the electrical part (2 Phillips screws) and bolt the switch to the top triple clamp. You have another key for the lock, but you have a fully locked bike should you wish to.
Should you want to race your bike, we have multiple solutions available. From toggle main switches, to back up plans should things go wrong. Just ask and we will be happy to help.
