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@@damdijk thanks for watching mate 😉

I have had amazing fuel economy on long runs... as you say.... what a bike...

@@mcbrite hi, thanks for watching 👍. I recently rode the 990 duke, and I will admit that the gear box on the new duke is definitely an upgrade over the 890 smt. However, they are totally different beasts. I rode a couple of bikes back to back, then got back on my smt. I have ro say, I was happy to be back on the SMT. Sure it isn't as flickable as the duke, and doesn't have those amazingly sharp brakes and super slick gearbox... BUT, it has some thing all of it's own.... the way the bike rides is just so easy and fun. My advice is rode one for an afternoon.... you will want one too. Personally, I feel you could say that sales are low because of looks, but to be honest I don't believe that is the case. There is a stigma about ktm's, in the same way there was 25 years ago about BMW, and we all know how that story ended... the 890 adventure is possible the best off road bike in its class, and the smt is literally an adventure with longer forks and a smaller wheel, so it makes sense that it is a great bike too...

I take off the chain covers in order to clean it.. every 6-700km since chains can get messy quite quickly and I like a performing bike :D

@@LeDemiChef thanks. I am planning a deep clean and re wax of the chain... the wheels are coming off tomorrow to go for a paint job. So I plan to sort the chain whilst the wheels are away for a few weeks.. Thanks for watching 👀

@@dean-does-stuff-81 I never thought of removing the chain completely to clean it, but I'm starting to think it could be worth the hassle... Every time I clean it and reapply the grease it ends up being too much or too little... Usually too much and it goes everywhere, especially on the wheels 😭 thanks for the videos! A blessing to have someone spread info on this amazing but apparently rare bike!

Thanks.... (But as you know, I already made that mistake... FFS)

the potatoes were yummy 😍

@@dean-does-stuff-81I'm sure😊

Hi, as i show in the video, the power parts seat is most harder, for sure.. I think it will come down to personal preference tbh. For me I like it, and I will say it was a transformation for the better. ( that is my personal experience) If the bike is just that little bit too tall for you, then I think it is money well spent. I have done a couple of 7 to 8 hour days ion this bike with the power parts seat, with only a fuel stop of around 15 mins in between. I did stand up on the pegs to stretch out my legs and back a number of times. but I didn't have any issues with my bottom... ( thanks for watching)

@@tonyhewitt5425 Thanks for watching Tony. I am planning to do a ride later this week if the rain stops. Next week the wheels go off to be painted, so won't have the bike for 2 weeks while I am away on holiday. Perhaps I will try and ride around some of the other cities. Was there any thing you would like to see? LETS DO SOME STUFF 💪

@dean-does-stuff-81 What colour are wheels going? I would like to see inside that huge motorbike shop you rode round! Maybe some demos on 1290 Adventure, see how it compares for you? I adored it, but just too big and ugly!!

Also Dean, what camera mount are you using? Its brilliant. I have ordered a chin mount. Is the audio being picked up by camera or are you using a mic?

@@tonyhewitt5425 I am in talks with that big bike store. I have a plan to meet with the head sales guy this week. So expect a lot more different bikes being reviewed in the future.

@@tonyhewitt5425 the wheels are going to be black and orange. A little more super moto style. (Ish)

Thanks. That is exactly why I do these videos tbh... Thanks for watching...

@@petermorrow4310 a little on the rear preload. And a little on the front rebound. That's it

@@KlaximumSkroeft I live in the 🇳🇱 Netherlands. The roads are amazing here 😍

@@dmor6696 yeah but the planning is incredibly poor and exceptionally unsafe.... no safe path ways for the public. No protection or segregation from the works. No proper signage. Trip hazards every where. Imagine a blind person trying to navigate this...

@@michael07nz sure. I think the best way to explain it, is that it is more of a hum now. And before it was a strong buzz. But keep watching, as I am going to try to add bar weights. So that might help further. Thanks for watching 👀

Does the stability of the image in the mirrors improve?

@@mikeainsworth5840 i would say; yes... over all, every thig improves with these added clamps. thanks for watching..

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Shame for me. I gave up on the 890 and went back to s GSA

@@mikeainsworth5840 I had a 2013 GSA, but the over all cost of buying and ownership has put me off the whole brand tbh. That is why I was so excited when the SMT was launched. As soon as I saw it, I wanted a test ride. Once I rode it, I bought one that afternoon...

@@invictalad I had previously checked the oil level after riding 7.5 hours solid. The oil window was reading exactly the same when the oil was hot as it was when cold. In this video, the engine was cold. I have run the bike up to temp and re checked the oil and it is the same level now when hot. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching 👍

@@jimharness1326 if you go to 30 seconds into the video, I hold the spray can up to the screen 👍 Also, if you read the description, I already posted a link to it. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 🙂

@@LeDemiChef firstly, thanks for watching. The grill is a ktm power part. Part number 63535040000EB. Just to let you know, it is quite a faff of a job to swap it out. Side panels off, and there are 2 tricky bolts at the top that when you undo them, there is a bracket that can drop down and then it is a big job, rather than a small one.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Is it just for aesthetics then, or does it improve anything at all?

@@LeDemiChef just for the orange 🍊 look. It is exactly the same as the standard black one... (But looks better) 👌

@@dean-does-stuff-81 looks much much better!

The big screen is a game changer for sure... 3.5 lkm is 80 mpg uk I believe..

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Unbelievable.

Do you have a link to this pal? I can try it out...

Hi Tony, Thanks. I don't spray any water down the pipe, and I always run my bike hot after every clean to dry off the engine and any moisture that may get down the pipe. Plus it is worth to note, that petrol (Gas US) has a high water content, and there is often water build up in the exhaust when starting and running any engine for the first few mins. Plus this isn't like washing an off roader (moto X bike), where you might use the pressure washer to wash off tons of mud. for that I would defiantly agree with your comment and add a bung. But for what I am doing here, a tiny bit of water wont matter in the exhaust can. I think more water could get in the pipe if it was standing in a heavy rain storm... Thanks for watching man....🤩

Well, if you are getting 70 mpg and I got 78 mpg. Then I think we have the answer. I did also do some more spirited riding ( a mixture of riding ) and that got me 73 mpg. So If they are true readings, I would say that the decat and k and n have helped with the fuel... 😬

Been really impressed with my economy, the bike is brought out and given a hard time each time, and gets 170 to a tank. Doing a road trip next year, so looking at 200miles plus, could it be the perfect allrounder!?

@@invictalad it is just such a great bike. A real do it all bike. Like the early 1200 gs, or the 900 hornets I used to have. I just love riding my 890 smt...

Exactly... but as you can see, it was super easy to clean my SMT. Especially if you do it regularly... Thanks for watching 💪

@@dean-does-stuff-81 the smt will be my next bike, i got a test ride and i love it

@@geecee4746 I have to say it... It is possibly the best bike I have ever had.. I just hope that they make a 990 smt next year... and that it is even better...

Hay man, thanks for watching.... good to get tips from real people, that ride... 👌 over here we don't have those products, but I am always on the look out for things that make cleaning easier.

Thanks so much for watching. 😊 there was no need to remap the bike. But it is worth noting that I changed the air filter to a k&n filter. I may well do a video on installing the cat. There is always a lot of questions about the cat...

@@dean-does-stuff-81 that cat runs awfully warm, that is probably why 🥲

@@dean-does-stuff-81 since remapping isn't necessary I just ordered one, would be interesting to hear about your opinions on the before and after!

@@LeDemiChef I would say that the sound is a massive improvement, and also I believe the k and n air filter helps with that. The bike does feel faster to me too... I Really love the sound it makes under load, and when you shift with the quick shifter. It sounds better than most of the after market exhausts and I still run the stock end can.

@@LeDemiChef I still get some heat from that area, but it is an improvement for sure...

I will be making my update video this weekend. Probably posting it on Sunday afternoon. Please subscribe so you don't miss it... Thanks for watching.

Thanks for the feed back. I am going to be doing a 6000 kilometre review this week. I have new cameras and mic now. This was recorded on a mobile phone... So please subscribe and let me know what you think of the new vid. Thanks for watching.

Yeah,for me the sear being g more narrow was the key. 100 % changed the bike for the better for me. Possibly the best bike I have ever owned. Secretly hoping they male the 990 smt 🤞 subscribe for more on the SMT 👍

Have you had the blue tooth module flashed to the bike? You will need to take the bike to a ktm dealer for that. Then you will be able to use it.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 thanks! I definately dont. They just flash it or they add a module to it? Awesome bike so far!

Thanks dude.. I will be heading to England for some faster road riding, (where I know the roads) so keep an eye out for the videos....

Every one does those. 😉

Zero concern. I have had a conversation with the large dealer near me. He says that over all the ktms have been as reliable as any of the top brands over the past 3 years or so. Roughly 2 in every 100 ktms they sell have some issues. And mostly nothing to do with the engines... so I don't really have any concern. The bike has a warranty in any case. And I also know that ktm are aware of some issues and thus far have been very accommodating to any customers that have had issues. The reason I stopped buying bmw's was because all the issues I had over the years... so it some times is what it is...

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Hey mate, thanks for the detailed answer. I'll be holding out for a better rendition of the Husky that's all European made. I'm a sixties kid and although the KTM appeal from an engineering standpoint I just can't get along with the transformer styling. Glad you love it though, it seems like a hell of a machine.

ruclips.net/video/-O1psgBgG24/видео.htmlsi=RrJxCrHWy3ihE5Ts hey dude, check this video out, and you may as well subscribe to my channel, as I am hoing to be making more KTM 890 SMT videos. Yes... get one. And no, so far, no oil issues man...

@@dean-does-stuff-81I just subbed and I’m picking up my 890smt on Friday! I can’t wait. I’ll be watching your channel for tips and pointers.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 i just picked my smt up today! So pumped!

20 year old helmet... not good for any thing else man...

Thanks bud... Yeah, I have had lots of plans for videos, and this was one of them. I think It will be nice to look back at this in years to come, and see where it all began... I am really enjoying this new hobby of mine... Hope you will enjoy my content going forward. Thanks for watching...

Sure thing. I will take a look now for you.

Hay man, if you check out the description, I have added the top box and the mounting bracket that is needed. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching....

Much appreciated 👍

The truck driver was getting pissed, because loads of cars were racing down the closed lane passed him. So that is why he pulled in, I would say...

More likely cheese and stroop waffles hahaha 😆😂

Thanks. I looked for a good way to get the mic close to the end can, so I could try to pick up the sound of the bike, because a lot of people ask me what it sounds like with the arrow cat delete and the standard end can. Thanks for watching 👍

This is a 2023 bike. They don't have the sensor in the cat. The 2024 bikes do. So that means that you will need to buy a cat delete that has the place for the sensor, or find a way to by pass this. If I find any thing about this issue for the 2024 bikes, I will make a video about it for you. Thanks for watching...

Thank you!

@@Borrella good luck 👍

Ah... very interesting. I see that ktm offer 3 colour's green (soft) the clear or yellow that they come with (medium) and red (hard) I am going to see if I can get hold of the green ones and try them out. Thanks for the tip 👍

Do you have an smt as well?

I do not, but I am considering buying next year's model, especially if it will be 990 smt

@@riko.4174 I have a feeling there won't be a 990. And if there is, it will be a while to wait. Probably 2025. To be honest, I don't think the smt sells in any big numbers. The more people that buy an 890 the more chance we get a 990. That said, it looks like there is a 1390 smt out later this year, so you never know...

Hi Carol, I have a 32 inch inside leg. I wouldn't say I struggle with the height of the seat, but the issue with this type of bike is how wide the seat is. Because it is wide, it makes it harder to get your feet down. I would say at 29 inch, you may struggle to even get your tip toes down. It would be a case of having to bum shuffle to one side each time you stop. This said, because it is a twist and go, there are no foot controls to worry about, so in that case, you may manage. It would also be possible to have the seat customized, (just remove some of the foam and make a new cover.) Probably the answer would be a test ride. Good luck with getting some thing 👍

Yes, in the end I also cut some plastic from the latch area. It is worth to try it any way. Good luck 👍

If you can keep with me on the back lanes where I am from, then you have my respect mate 😉😜

⁠@@dean-does-stuff-81 I don’t do wheelies either but do twisties well

@@ehiggins7476 I am looking forward to getting back over to the UK, where the roads are more suited to the SMT... so far, the weather has been so crap, I haven't bothered...

I prefer the front wheel on the ground 2bh,really intrested in this bike, think im gonna bag me a test ride

Definitely a power gain. The bike was never all that great at low speeds tbh. So no extra issues on that front either..

It sure does sound good now. That is for sure...

Hi buddy. The ktm adventure is the exact same screen. So you only need the black part, then it will fit the smt. If I am honest, a am pretty sure you can get the parts over in America. They must have ktm dealers somewhere there. 🤔 and if not, there will be after market screen on the American market for sure, because of the adventure bikes. If you can't find any thing, let me know. May be we can send you one. Might be pricy though, with the shipping and taxed.

A little update. The tallest screen is really very good. I am 1.75 m tall. And the tall screen works very well. Even in very windy conditions...

@@dean-does-stuff-81 hey Dean, is it that much better compared to the medium one? Would you get the taller one even if you weren't doing much highway at all? I'm 1.93m but like the aestethics of the smaller one a little bit better :/

@@LeDemiChef good question... it depends on your helmet I would say. I found that the lower screen gave me a strange buffering (Only small, but after 4 or 5 hours quite annoying). With the higher screen I no longer have thar, bit there is definitely noise from the screens. It is a pain, but I would say this. If you don't really like the looks, only put the screen on when riding longer distance. For short rides I think the small fly screen is just fine to be honest...

@@dean-does-stuff-81 thanks man! At least it has to do something for the wind, right now it feels like boxing in a ring without any screen :s

@@LeDemiChef Yeah, One of the first things I did to the bikes after heated grips, was a screen. I liked the look of the lower one, but in the end I have to admit the taller one is much much better.....

Thanks for watching. I have just ridden to Antwerp. The speed limits are higher here in Belgium, so I can see what the vibes are like on the way home. So far, not that positive at 60 mph. So I am interested to see at 70 to 75 mph if there is an improvement.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Thanks for follow-up. That sucks the 60 mph range not much improvement. I'm hoping 75 mph will improve- that's where i see the most problem

I'd be interested to know if this mod helps with the mirror vibes as well. At motorway speeds the mirrors are next to useless

@@sorecawk it is definitely an improvement. Mirrors are way better. Vibes are down to a light buzz. I am thinking about making an internal bar weight. I will male a video once I have had more time on the bike. 125 kph was definitely an improvement for sure...

Ppl say use the cooper insert of the Duke 790 r handelbar weight