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2017 KTM 690 Enduro R Review
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- Опубликовано: 29 мар 2017
- Big thanks to Ride On Moto of Winchester, VA for allowing me to review the 2017 KTM 690 Enduro R. If there's anything else you'd like to know be sure to ask me in the comments section. To see the bike in person please visit Ride on Moto.
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Do you think you'll be able to get your hands on a 790 Adventure R for review? Really have my eye on one but no one around has any. Love your reviews, very comprehensive and on point by the way!
I bought one of these new in 2014 and it has been hands down my favorite enduro bike with a plate I have ever owned. I am 50yrs. old now and have been on two wheels for over 4 decades. I have owned many bikes over the years, but always come back to a bike that I can trail ride with and explore the country roads. The best thing about the 690r is while expensive, it comes with all the right stuff. I only had to do the normal suspension tuning for my weight and I have left this one oem stock. I've spent more on upgrades on previous dual sport/enduro bikes to get them close to this level,,but they still weren't. Still enjoying my KTM and plan to continue to do so...I've got over 25K miles on mine with nothing but valve checks and normal maintenance, and a lot of new rear tires....
What mileage are you doing the checks, and has it came out of spec?
One of the most in depth reviews! Solid
Thanks for taking the time to do such an in depth review. This is just what I was looking for. One new subscriber!
No problem. Appreciate the support!
From an old guy. Going today and get my 2018. I have a Triumph Tiger, just don't want to take it too far off road. Been in a couple of tight spots and it was not much fun to get out. Had plenty of dirt bikes and I surely miss them. Great review, thank you.
Dude. i bought a 2016 ktm 690 enduro r. been looking review alot and yourse HANDS down is the best. You truly know and riden dirtbikes with experiences. so exited i have to go pick my bike when snow will melt a bit more. cant wait
1st, congrats on the new bike! Second, sucks you have to wait but hopefully that snow will be gone soon. 3rd, thanks for the comments, really appreciate it. You'll have to let me know how you like your new bike.
Nice rev! As per rear light, it's a US version of it. EU has a led triangle taillight.
Bought mine in 2017 new and I absolutely love this bike! I live in wine country and she loves the hills just pure fun!!!
Best review I've seen for this bike !
Thanks Ross! Really appreciate it.
valves every 6k miles.... what about oil changes?
And, does it wheelie with the slipper clutch?
thanks!
Ross H same as valve check, 6,200 miles and yes it wheelies very easily
thanks. ive been wanting this as a second bike for a while
I considered long and hard but decided on the 2017 FE501 and modified it a ton! The FMF 4.1 believe it or not added serious punch and wheelie in forth gear with ease. All the torque I need and has Enduristan luggage for adventure trips.
This is a very thorough review. Lots of detail. Thanks for putting it out there.
Thanks Greg and you're very welcome.
Got one of those too, love it, but gotta try that performance mode thingy under the seat
This is a really nice no-nonsense review of this motorcycle. Better than some reviews you'll find on much bigger channels. Some of the much bigger channels would do well to have a review or like you to do their videos.
Appreciate the feedback!
Ride on Moto is where I bought my '15 690 Enduro!
I want one!!!! Damn these bikes are awesome!
Great review! I'll be sure to keep an eye on your next ones
Thanks, my friend! The next one posts tomorrow.
I've watched so many reviews, not just on this bike, and you have the perfect middle ground between facts and feel of the bike. Good job and keep them coming.
Thanks Davey. I appreciate the feedback. Just finished filming a multiple-day review of the new Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled which should be up in a week or so.
Good review, even on my lc4 640 I found the seat height to be way too high, and I missed a gas gauge but the bike was rock solid.
Excellent in depth review. Usually RUclips reviews just catch my interest, and I go looking on the web for my info - not this time
Thanks Martin. I poured a ton of time and effort into this video. I'm glad you found it informative.
I hope the rest of your videos are just half as good :) I subscribed, so I'm going to find out :)
haha! Hope they don't disappoint.
hey dude, like many have already stated- amazing review! as an owner of a 2016 which I put 11,00kms already with zero issues besides rear brake pads and tires, I love the bike I ride it every day in insane weather, it never loses traction and the motor keeps on delivering. perfect for long distance
I love the seat too btw lol
No clutch issues? My slave went out, and had to replace the clutch! Don’t know if the slave had something to do with it, or not
Great review! The reason for the 100 MPH sticker is the Q speed rating on the tires. They put the same sticker on the 1190 ADV R models with off road tires.
Thanks Ryan. I assumed that was probably the case tho I doubt many people are going to spend my time in the triple digits on this bike anyway.
I come from a motocross back ground. As I get older I am more interested in bikes like this. I was curious about sag adjustment on the rear shock. I know I can love or hate my own bikes by not having my sag set properly. I was just curious if you played with that at all. Great review man! Thanks for taking the time to make this. Very very helpful!!
Just bought a 2017 690 Enduro. Dealer is pretty honest man and he said that he just got of the phone with KTM about 2 weeks ago and they confirmed that the engine in the 2018 690 Enduro is NOT changing. It will be the same engine. You should be able to get a really good price on a 2017 right now. KTM has a rebate going on. I got a really good price on mine.
Bill, I'm going to pin your comment so people will see it. Thanks for sharing!
Just ordered one for $8700.
Sure wish the fuel tank was as big as the KLRs. I'd love a KTM, but even these videos can't talk me into jumping into one with half the fuel tank and no fairing. I can add a fairing, but then all the sexiness is gone.
Safari tank.
Check it out at Rocky mountain atvmc on line
@@jpuckett5580 Fucking idiot,, check out Safari tank,, doh.
excellent review I used to own a 690 SuperMoto R ... I am going to purchase one of these to compliment my GS1200
Nice!
Fantastic review! Best to you!
Thanks Faith Biker!
Great Review Buddy...!
Just finding your channel. I live in inwood wv. I currently ride a crf300L it’s my first bike. Tough trying to find places to ride around here. Awesome content though!
Great all around review.
Great review!!! I have major major lust for the 690R. Maybe one day I can get me one.
+Mainrollman thx man. They are great bikes
Great video! Thanks for the input.
You talked about adjusting the steering Damper adjustment when trying to make the front end feel little better. What exactly are you adjusting since it doesn't come with an after market steering Damper????
Great vid as usual...I love my 1290SA, and my 500 XC-W...I'd love a whole garage filled with KTM's this bike included!
Thanks man. You and me both!
A really nice and detailed review!
+Hammond 1911 thx!
thank you for the great Video, seems to be much fun on it! keep on riding and sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
I have a 2014 model and love it, things to watch for are the clutch tab washer breaking and the rocker arms rollers failing and it is worth updating with the updated rocker arms. This bike is awesome off road and on. Great review, well edited and a pleasure to watch, thank you. 😊
Thanks, my friend and thanks for the additional info.
What about the 2018?
i have one and i have to say the review is quite realistic and accurate. I can´t agree the seat is very confortable, not for me, maybe it´s but only for 60-90 miles. The bike is really fun, honest and lovely. I dont regret changing my sport bike for this. Its almost perfect for real adventure too.
Wow very nice in-depth review there!
thx
Great Video, I have just picked up a KTM 690 SMCR. Its amazing!!
Major Chaos congrats
Awesome review. Sold!
finally, a review with pillion. Great job man!
subbed
much appreciated!
@@2WR I finally owned the bike, been almost a year and a half now. mine got clicking sound, unlike yours sounded clean. If you care to watch my videos for a sec at 00:33 ruclips.net/video/0j51i1diyEs/видео.html and tell me what you think. The bike running well, reach the speed limiter easily any time at 183kmh. Light ,nimble and torqish and going to install touratech side box very soon. Riding as pillion for hours (bpth weight around 180lbs) , quite comfy, not as bad as expected. Burns oil quite a lot, 150ml refill at every 1000km, still bearable but if you can enlighten me some technical care for the bike. I love the bike though, thanks to your video.
Really well done video. Thanks for all the information.
Thanks and no problem. Glad you found it informative.
Really nice detailed review. Thanks!
Thank you.
Thanks for the review and the scenery. Greetings from France.
Glad you enjoyed it.
I so want a Scrambler but this thing just sings to me like a mermaid in the deep
One thing I would have liked to see is the bikes weight, and what it compares to other dual sports. such as a DRZ400S.
another great video, keep it going.
Thank you!
The switch under the seat does not change the fuel mapping but the responsiveness of the “ride by wire” throttle. In the sportiest setting it gives you an either “On” or “Off” throttle. Very enjoyable! Not more power but all power available at a touch of the throttle.
While throttle responsiveness is part of what it changes, it does indeed change the mapping according to KTM. One of the setting is specifically provided for "bad fuel."
Great review that bike is a beast
Thanks man. It was a lot of fun
Awesome video man
looks like a fun machine . Well done on the review
Was a lot of fun for sure. Thanks Tex Rider!
I own a '16. Added a 1" drop link since I have a 30" inseam. Steering damper, SC seat, metal skid plate. I'm enjoying it a lot, especially on backroads. :)
Backroads is where bikes like this really shine.
What's with the cables blocking view of the speedo??
Wow! I also review motorcycles and I appreciate how much effort would have gone into this review. Amazing work mate - thanks for sharing.
Thanks!
Wow nice review, I got the 701almost the same thing
Thanks I had been decided on the ktm until I saw ridingwithtoms experience so I looked it up but its mixed reviews
*Very nice review! Also bought this bike and will try to make video like this!* Thanks!
Congrats on the bike!
Thank you!
@@roman_moto_plus Do you still have the bike? How do you like it and how is the reliability?
Nice review Mario, I hadn't seen this before. Thinking of getting rid of my 1190R for one of these or the 701.
Thanks Rick, the thumper has a little more vibration, definitely ride one first. Great bike; just different.
Very nice review...Pretty effective... Good work!!!
Thanks!
Very nice review. Love those bikes, had a Duke 2 earlier. Subscribed. :)
Thanks! Looks for some more KTM ride/reviews soon.
Good Review!
Great review.....Thanks
*Great review dude just picked up a 2016 with 800k on it looking forward to trying it out!* 🇨🇦😀
Thanks man! Congrats on the bike!
Subbed, perfect review! Very detailed
Thx!
Hi there. Nice review. I have a question about the instruments cluster. Left side of the speedometer it shows stripes with a Min/Max indication. What's that for, if not for feul range?
Spirit meant to mention that. It's the coolant temp gauge.
Nice review.
There is no difference between 2016 and 2017 KTM 690 Enduro R while the 2017 Husqvarna 701 has the newer LC4 engine coming from the 2016 KTM Duke V with an additional balance shaft and a bit more power and torque at the price of a remarkable higher niveau of rpm, why many say that the "old" LC4 is the better choice for an enduro.
Looking for a better looking tail light? Have a look at the European version ;-)
I'll have to pull up the European model to check out this taillight everyone keeps telling me about. Thanks for the info
Why would the "Old" or previous version of the LC4 engine be better when the new one has less vibration, more HP and higher RPM?
Because it has notably higher (!) torch at lower rpm?
Because "higher rpm" is not requested on a dirt bike?
Obama. Apparently the Husqvarna 701 which is very similar to the KTM 690 has the "new" LC4 engine. I am wondering if KTM will put the new motor in their 2018 690 or possibly stop making the 690 as I have heard internet rumors they may. Seems unlikely but I am wondering why they did not upgrade the 690 like the 701. If you know more do tell.
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Great review 👍👍
Thanks buddy.
Cool bike wish I could buy one!
Great review 👍
thx!
Very nice bike...saving begins now.
I own a KTM 690, and I LOVE my bike!!!!!! I agree with your review 100%!!!!!
Glad you're enjoying it.
At around 8:25, the reason the sticker says to not exceed 100mph is because that's all the tires are rated for. Same thing on my 1290 Super Adventure R.
Love Ride On Moto! See you on roads I'm always taking. 😂
Sweet man!
Este modo de 2017 es toda una pasada, respecto a polivalencia total ya que lo mismo haces enduro puro y duro que ruedas por todo tipo de carreteras sin problema aunque su punto ideal son las carreteras de montaña donde sacas todo su potencial, con 12l haces unos 200km aprox. si le das caña 180km, es muy recomendable cambiar el asiento por uno blando y más bajo si vas a hacer rutas largas, yo he montado el de touratech y aún siendo muy caro 428€ meréce la pena totalmente gastarse el dinero ya que va ser nuestro punto de apoyo mientras tengamos esta maquina.
Las ruedas de origen que lleva la moto son unas SAHARA 3 que son muy buenas en carretera y bien en caminos duros aunque peligrosos con arena o barro ya que pierdes el tacto y caes de lado.
No puedo decir nada malo, es ligera y rápida, ideal para hacer todo tipo de condución, eso sí es muy alta la moto.
Me alegra que te guste la moto
soy propietario de una 2017 Ready to Race!!
Great review, thank you
No prob. Glad you enjoyed it.
Good video. Seems like a great bike.
Thanks
Great review! I would love to see your thoughts on the 2017 701.
Unfortunately, I don't have any Husky dealers nearby.
congrats fot the video very complete review. does it have disconectable ABS?
Torques & Motores only with the additional dongle
Nice review
Nice review.
Thanks for the review just a couple of comments, I have a 2013 model and love it. It was the last model without ABS and its much better off-road. However, they do make very good adventure bikes from the level that I do, gravel roads, off-road tracks, grass, sand and rocky mountain trails right through to around the world travel ( see Lyndon Poskitt on RUclips).
Also, the ugly taillight is only for the American market. The standard tail light is much smaller and tucks in under the rear fender. It is still prone to shattering though but there are good aftermarket LED ones available.
For a really good adventure bike experience the 690 does need a few upgrades, as do most adventure bikes. The exhaust muffler is very heavy and gets super hot. An aftermarket muffler reduces weight by 5 kgs and improves horsepower with a remap. (similar to the Husky 701)
Mike, thanks for all the good information.
Is this the same engine as the 690 duke
I've seen where the Suzuki's , if memory serves, suspension can be lowered about 1.5" for shorter stature riders... I am 5'10"... ish... (spine issues, shrunk a little of the years) with a 30" inseam. I am very interested KTM 690 Enduro, is there a way to reduce suspension height to make it a little more ride-able for us non 6' types? I don't on doing any severe off-road, just trails and hunting/scouting trips, mild manor adventure riding so the 11" ground clearance might be a tad bit more then I need.
The seat/ride height can easily be lowered. Ride On Moto has lowered a few for customers.
Does it have traction control? Like can i wheelie it?? I hope its only abs
Thanks for the informative review! I have another KTM related question. I have a KTM 990 Adventure (2011 model) and would like to change the front and rear suspensions to suit my height. Can in replace the regular front forks with the KTM 990 Adventure R and do the same with the rear suspension? This would make my seat height and bike height much more suitable for my 6' 4" frame. Is this physically possible?
It is possible...sorta. You don't need to do a complete swap as some components can be reused. Check out SuperPlushSuspension.com. They have that exact service available. They also have a parts list on their site of what it will require to accomplish it.
I use to own a drz400e and was wondering how this would compare off-road? I understand this is a little lighter just overall looks bigger I'm sure it's better on road tho!
Having ridden both, there's no comparison. The 690 is far better off road and on but...it comes with a much higher price tag.
Thank you great video
Anyone deck one of these out for short adventure rides; if so, how does fuel cap placement in rear affect location of soft saddlebags or other soft luggage?
Eric, I know Ride On Moto has set a few up for shorter riders. I don't know all the specifics but most of it is all done with the suspension set up and can be easily returned back to the stock ride height. As for the rear fuel cap, the answer is...it depends. I think you could work around the fuel cap to keep it easily accessible with most soft luggage setups though.
WANT ONE ……...Great detailed review .liked subd
Thank you
Great review! Nice touch putting a passenger on the back....Now hurry up and do a 2017 Husky 701 Enduro review so I can choose....
HAHA...if only I had access to a 701
35.8'' is 2.7'' inches lower then the 500exc seat
Thats very good mail, I think the V twins are the way to go with Kato's they're reliable with tree stump pulling power, I've seen the Kiwi KTM hire Vids and that trip looks amazing, some of those roads & trails are just brilliant and the Kiwis know how to put on a show , I'd love do it myself but I can't stand the cold which is why living & riding in Cairns & Port Douglas North Queensland is probably the best place in Oz for bikes because its warm year round with high mountain ranges for motarding & sportbikes and cane fields, Rain Forrest trails & creek crossings for trail riding & enduro plus Daintree & Cape Tribulation is not that far for cruising on Harley's, it's more like Asia than Australia up here and once you go full tropical you never go back.
I'm jealous just hearing about the places you have to ride.
Just had my 690 Enduro R stolen last Tuesday... So I'm looking for a 2018 Enduro R on KTMs' Website (or anywhere, really), and I cannot find anything. Will it be in the lineup for 2018? Anyone? If not, I may have to go to the Beta 500 RR-S. Thoughts? I LOVED my 690.
It's my understanding it won't be. Before picking up the Beta...check out the KTM 500 EXC...everyone at the demo ride last week was RAVING about it.
Since there's no frame component to protect the engine case, I don't see this as an enduro bike. The skid plate (whether plastic or metal) is attached directly to the engine so any shock loads the skid plate might take are transmitted right into the engine case. I sold my 690 and eventually got a exc 500 (a no BS real enduro bike).
500 is also quite a bit lighter. Recently trail road with a guy on a 525, that thing had gobs of torque.
Yes, it's 75lbs lighter. Don't get me wrong, I loved my 690, it just wasn't the right bike for me.
Glad it all worked out!
Actually, the skid plate does not bolt directly to the engine. In the rear, it attaches to the frame and in the front, it bolts to beefy brackets that are bolted to the frame. However, said brackets do also serve as the front engine mounts. But, again, the skid plate does NOT bolt directly to the engine.
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Useful review, Thanks
thx
my 690 dont have a "no over 100 mph" sticker..
i broke that rule 15 mins in to my first ride and every one since..
did have bar slapper few times when first got the bike but i dont anymore.. think it was just me whisky throttling as you do on SM's
Why do you short shrift ?
great video
thank you
very nice bike
Hey, thinking about getting one. How does it handle at high speeds? What's realistic top speed can you expect from a bike like this? Thanks
The stock tires are only rated to 93mph or 150kmph. I don't know the actual top speed but it will go over 100mph. It'd handle highway speeds all day but that's not where it's most at home. With limited wind protection and it being a thumper, it'll start to wear on you during long interstate hauls. High speed handling is decent but still somewhat limited due to the knobbies. You'll get a bit of a "squishy" feeling at more extreme lean angles. All of the would be fixed by a more street-oriented tire. Hope that helps!
Hey man. Is this the same thing as the supermoto 690? Cuz the website doesn't have it listed as a 690 enduro
No, they aren't the same. It depends one which market you are in as the Supermoto isn't available in the US market. I can tell you the brakes, suspension and wheels are different. Aside from that I don't know much about the Supermoto model.