I'd have to bus and ride.. . . . Fly and ride would be easy.
I'd have to bus and ride.. . . . Fly and ride would be easy.
WOW!!! That's the price of the Guzzi V85 for a lot more bike! Can't wait to see it but I'll never be able to keep up with you now.I guess timing is everything. My local KTM dealer (Motomember in Purcellville, VA) decided today they are ready to clear their supply of 2020 Super Adventure S bikes. $13,882 will take home one of their 5...make that 4 remaining SAS models. I figure even if it turns out to be a mistake, at that price, how bad could it be?
When the GM first sent me the price, I thought it must be a deal he was giving me due to our long relationship. Nope, it's for anyone that wants the S. Not bad for a bike with a MSRP of $18,599.
Not sure when I'll pick it up, but I told them I'll take one in orange.
Thanks, yes that is an amazing price. I had told DM with three bikes being considered as the possible "next" bike it was almost paralizing. When I told her the price of the KTM she responded with, "well that's a no-brainer." Yes, yes it is. About 10 or 11K less than a big GS. I'm willing to give it a shot, chain and all.WOW!!! That's the price of the Guzzi V85 for a lot more bike! Can't wait to see it but I'll never be able to keep up with you now.
Congrats!
Thanks...that's the hope.Boy oh boy that is a lot of bike!! You are going to have a blast on it!!
Congrats! They are impressive machines for sure. Strong engine and really good suspension.Thanks, yes that is an amazing price. I had told DM with three bikes being considered as the possible "next" bike it was almost paralizing. When I told her the price of the KTM she responded with, "well that's a no-brainer." Yes, yes it is. About 10 or 11K less than a big GS. I'm willing to give it a shot, chain and all.
Hmmmm. . . . Does that mean that Mr. Trump might be a KTM fan? So, what do y'all think the chances are for Yamaha to put the MT / FZ-10 motor into the Tenere? Couldn't find any engine measurements, but it looks compact enough. And, there'd be plenty of HP. It's another cross-plane motor.. . . . I just went orange myself . . . . If/when Yamaha decides to significantly update the 1200 Tenere' it will definitely get my consideration for a return to the Yamaha family.
I hope they could squeeze 10 more miles to the gallon out of it. The MT-10 averages in the low 30's. We would be losing 50-60 miles on every fill up. There is a reason they call that bike the EMPTY-10So, what do y'all think the chances are for Yamaha to put the MT / FZ-10 motor into the Tenere? Couldn't find any engine measurements, but it looks compact enough. And, there'd be plenty of HP. It's another cross-plane motor.
Thanks, and I know exactly what you mean. Like you (I believe), I was an original PDP owner. Had 4 of them over the years. Each time I bought another one I considered everything else available, then made the obvious choice with another Tenere. The market has changed a lot. It's actually very difficult to think of me without a Tenere. Not going to be an easy sale day.Congrats on your new KTM, Dirt__Dad, I hope that you enjoy it it. I just went orange myself with a recent purchase of A 790 Adventure S. Letting go of my Tenere' after 9 great years was not an easy choice. The lighter weight and plenty of horsepower is what ultimately made my decision.
Thanks, and don't be jealous...they have more available at that price.I wasn't all that jealous until i read the specs on your bike. You are a lucky man! ENJOY!!!!!
The way you purchased your bike was really smart. You knew what you were looking for and were honest with yourself. I'm speculating here, but I think the reason you got the good deal on the Adventure S is because of the popularity of the Adventure R model. There a very few riders that are going to use the R models off road suspension to anywhere near its potential. And it has nowhere near the touring comfort of the one that you bought.Glad you are enjoying the 790. I'm hoping the whole KTM thing goes well long term for both of us.
You are right, it does sound crazy.It sounds crazy and expensive but by simply getting an intake/exhaust system with a map the heat will all but disappear off the motor.
That would be ideal. But, it's been my experience "with great power, comes greatI hope they could squeeze 10 more miles to the gallon out of it. The MT-10 averages in the low 30's. . . . .
Enjoy, I’ll wager you won’t be able to keep the smile off your face.Thanks, yes that is an amazing price. I had told DM with three bikes being considered as the possible "next" bike it was almost paralizing. When I told her the price of the KTM she responded with, "well that's a no-brainer." Yes, yes it is. About 10 or 11K less than a big GS. I'm willing to give it a shot, chain and all.
Thanks...that's the hope.
Picking it up first thing tomorrow.