If it weren't for the chain, I'd have what D_D has and you guys'd be looking for a new moderator. Not saying I'd quit the forum, I'd just be riding more.
I’d be looking hard at one if there was a dealer around here. The closest is over 2 hrs away and it’s too far for comfort.If it weren't for the chain, I'd have what D_D has and you guys'd be looking for a new moderator. Not saying I'd quit the forum, I'd just be riding more.
Having enough f-d up early KTM dirt bikes, I've gone through my share of their reliability issues. But the 690 was bullet-proof and lots of forum time looking at the 1290 threads tells me that they just are not having the problems my early dirt bikes did.The reality is most people who buy one of these bikes are not going to end up in the arse end if no where. They will be connected to civilization so reliably is not so much of a question although a pain if you break down. They are made because people want them. I love my Tenere but it could never give the the thrill factor a S@S would, but its not been designed for that so it doesn't bother me.
lol you were civilized but then we left !Having enough f-d up early KTM dirt bikes, I've gone through my share of their reliability issues. But the 690 was bullet-proof and lots of forum time looking at the 1290 threads tells me that they just are not having the problems my early dirt bikes did.
As for staying near civilization - LOL - not happening where D_D and I head to in WV.
Love my 890.. Great bike.I went from the S10 to a Multistrada to a ‘15 Super Adventure and pick up my 890 Adventure tomorrow. The 1290 was amazing, put a smile on my face every time I rode it. It was better than the Multi in the twisties and more comfortable on long trips. My only issue with the bike is with my 30” inseam every stop was a challenge. If you remember the ‘15 had the 8 gallon tank too so full up it was heavy. I never dropped the bike but apprehension at every stop did take away from the enjoyment. I would have lowered it if I could but it can’t be done with the electronic suspension so my options were by a 1290 R or the 890. I had the opportunity to ride the 790 Adventure for 3 days and 2100 miles on all types of roads and was blown away by how well the bike did everything I wanted. The 890 is supposed to be even better so I decided to give the 890 a try and see how it works out.
I recently test rode one and it is an excellent bike. Great power and light weight is a really nice combination. I would like to see one with a 19" wheel but that may just be me.I went from the S10 to a Multistrada to a ‘15 Super Adventure and pick up my 890 Adventure tomorrow. The 1290 was amazing, put a smile on my face every time I rode it. It was better than the Multi in the twisties and more comfortable on long trips. My only issue with the bike is with my 30” inseam every stop was a challenge. If you remember the ‘15 had the 8 gallon tank too so full up it was heavy. I never dropped the bike but apprehension at every stop did take away from the enjoyment. I would have lowered it if I could but it can’t be done with the electronic suspension so my options were by a 1290 R or the 890. I had the opportunity to ride the 790 Adventure for 3 days and 2100 miles on all types of roads and was blown away by how well the bike did everything I wanted. The 890 is supposed to be even better so I decided to give the 890 a try and see how it works out.
What's that rock DD ?
I believe that is the one that featured in the film, “Close encounters of the Third Kind”, Devils Tower in Wyoming.What's that rock DD ?