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40 years old here in Colorado. I had a bike for 2 years in college and looking to maybe get back into riding. This looks like an excellent all-around machine.

Great detail in your discussion, i put the FuelX Lite into my Svartpilen 401 when I upgraded the air with K&N +Cover filter,resonator bypass mid pipe and Werkes exhaust straight after the first service and unlock of the system, it’s essential for any individual changes to exhaust or air intake system, best investment ever. I mix up my elevation regularly (5-4000’) and to allow the Lite version to recalibrate I simply allow about 5 mins of switched on ready to ride for the Lite to alter its settings and off I go, continual throttle response in all places🙌🏾

2:06 there's actually a naked bike from TVS with same g310 R engine that comes with host of useful features one among them is Cruise control which they call cornering cruise control.

I'm looking for my first rider and the KTM looks the part, nice video look forward to the next one.

To arrogant white North Americans who never go off road, it is beginners bike. To Indians, central Americans, and others who actually use their motorbikes in all conditions, it is a big bike.

Is it better than a CB500 for a first bike?

That's not a sport but base ryker.

The KLR is an antiquated piece of crap.. A terrible bike compared with what's out there. The worst motorcycle I have owned in 50 years of bike ownership..

If you come to western Colorado, we can take the 390's on a handful of amazing day trips. Mine is a '21 with lots of fun upgrades.

👍 merci Ne faut il pas vérifier le niveau une fois que l'huile est chaude ?

Was a great ride. Pretty challenging technical ride on two wheels. Two side flops (accidents) and one injury. Rain, mud and slick ass rocks.

video sideways gives me a sore neck.

Looks great there, hope the cfmoto can keep up ;)

I got a ryker 600 and get 32-35 mpg. Its a 2021 with 8k plus miles its been a fun ride.

That tool roll looks great need to get one stead of the ol plastic kit

Change the transmission fluid more often.

if you are not taking tools with you then youre either incompetent at repairs or inexperienced with break downs. i work on an airboat and my boss wont let me leave the jetty without 3 tool boxes. may seem overkill but anything can go wrong out there.

When I hiked the blue ridge mountains I'd always have a 10mm on my hip, bear spray, knife and a micro draco in my backpack.....

Nothing wrong with being prepared.

I just bought this bike, and was also surprised to find that in KTM-ese "tubeless" = "tube." I'm not going to be doing hard off-road rides, and probably a lot more road travel. So shall I: 1. Keep them, knowing if there's ever a flat I have to dismount the wheel, pry off the tire, then patch or replace the tube and reassemble? Yet how likely is that -- Not. I rode an '82 Suzuki for 15 years on alloy rims through two sets of tires/tubes and never had a flat. The flexibility of spoke wheels may further reduce that risk, especially with heavier tubes. Rare problem though complicated if it occurs. 2. Get a set of alloy rims? (See above "Suzuki" for reassuring experience.) Puncture repair as easy as plugging the tire. Unless it bends/breaks the rim, more likely than for the spoke rims. Rare event, simpler fix, though potentially more damaging. Maybe it's a wash, and I should just ride with what I have. A severe, least likely hit will ruin either set. Any thoughts?

Prepared! I carry almost an identical set of tools (other than the tyre levers). In addition I carry a small pack of wet wipes and a couple of fuses. I've repaired 3 punctures with the sticky worms, had it down to a fine art at one point. The 390 needs all the 'abnormal' size spanners for some reason, I mean, I barely used a 13mm open ended spanner before getting the 390. Hope you don't need any of them, enjoy the trip.

The way you described the original running at idle and cruise is identical to the latest Triumph 400s by the same manufacturer. Too lean I think. Couple more days till the FuelX arrives.

Because of the small displacement, the 390 is very affected by wind and elevation changes and with a throttle lock or rocker, you are always fiddling with them. If I was doing a lot more long distance riding, I wouldn't choose the 390 ADV, but at times when I do the odd 350-400 mile ride with the little 390 ADV, an electronic cruise control is a game changer. We are lucky that the 390 has throttle by wire, and for $300, the Veridan electronic cruise control was a no brainer. I would need to disagree with your premise that the OEM foot pegs are no issue off road, even with stiff motocross boots, the angle of the pegs is a real irritant, with a 0 degree peg, it transforms the ergos. The OEM bash plate is an absolute joke, and needs replacement if you plan any off road, or even forestry trail riding at all if you value your engine case. I am surprised that others have mentioned that they were able to get up to 15,000 miles on the OEM chain. Mine was toast after 6,000 miles, and required adjustment every 200 miles or so, and I should have actually replaced it earlier. I replaced it with DID VX3 and a 15-47 tooth combo, coming from the 14-45 tooth, and I now I only adjust it between oil changes. From my experience the 14-45 tooth combo was a bit buzzy on the road, and the 15-47 tooth combo has been a good compromise. The OEM TKC70's are great road tires, but totally useless in mud or sand, I have had good results with the Bridgestone Battleax Adventures, much better off road, and livable on road. I do like the bike overall, it's a great value, and there are enough aftermarket products out there to easily customize it to your own personal style of riding. Thanks for sharing!

No , seriously , clean your bike .

Clean your bike 1

Speaking as the viewer who asked, thanks again TBG! This is far more clear and straightforward than the other video I found about this.

You are quickly becoming my favorite Moto RUclipsr, thanks

Great review for me as I'm thinking about getting the Fuel X, thank you! Why did you choose the Pro vs Lite version, and was it worth the higher price to you since the Lite is supposed to automatically adjust to conditions?

I'd like to see how to adjust the height of the shift and rear brake pedals.

My 390 Adventure (stock sprockets) starts vibrating at 5,000 rpm (55 mph). Therefore, I find it most comfortable to cruise just below that, say 53 mph. fyi: neoprene rubber sheets are far more effective than ANY foam for vibration absorption; they're available on Amazon in varying thicknesses. For comfort, I run running weight (bike + me in space suit + baggage) over maximum tire weights times max weight psi = 21 psi (for my weight).

I'm 66 years old I have a Goldwing , KTM 1190 , KLR , and I ride my KTM 390 most because its the same horsepower as the KLR almost 100 pounds lighter, with more amenities. like 6th gear, tack & gear indicator.

No service station around seems like a con..

I bought and been using fuel x i did not felt it worth. I think without fuelx lite bike was more better .i think they are making us fool .in the name of fuelx😂

Happy with my 21/600 which gets 38mpg. Started out at 34mpg

Hell yea! You showed those teenagers!

Yes, would do it. Miss it on my MX5.

Thanks for video. Is that KTM parts house in Lexington, Ky.? I bought one of these motorcycles in Feb. I've removed grab handles and installed Moose racing tailrack, 15mm thick plastic, so far I like it. Barkbusters handgurds. I bought both of those from Revzilla. And I attached a larger kickstand pad, bought that from Amazon.

When I rode my 1950s sidecar outfit I wore Czech fell boots, very strong sole. I managed to lift the car off the ground and lock the steering in a straight line. The bike was stopped with my foot impacted betewwn the bike and kerb. Absolutely fine. Never realised at the time it could have been so different. Great detailed posts, sold me on the bike.

I like your work ethic. Get it done right, but relax and enjoy life.

Really great review! Straight to the point and with down to earth points for us "mortals". I really appreciate the respect given to those of us "afraid to make a bad investment" part. It really hit home. Congrats! 💯💯

I fitted the SWmotech flat pegs, which can be adjusted up down forward and back. The flatter pegs make a huge difference. I also fitted a nicecnc rear brake pedal, which folds up if you drop the bike. I fitted mine underneath rather than on top, as I prefer a low pedal when standing. I've put the ktm bashplate through some hard times, and it copes a treat, with some loud ding noises letting you know its doing it's job.

My bike looks like that most of the time here in Scotland :) Nice save by the sounds of it.

Snowmobile

lol...scary place ?

The fires may be on purpose...evil .

I tried those pegs and used them without changing the levers and it was not awesome. I'll have to adjust mine when I've got time. I went back to the stock ones in the meantime.

TREX Racing engine guards and skid plate is where it’s at

That's a good bag on the back, I have it, paid like 30 bucks..a steal .

😂😂

Thats a scary incident, hope there is no dirt particle entering into the air chamber!