World' Best Adventure Bike: KTM 1190 [Full Review]
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- Nutnfancy gives full review on one of his favorite motorcycles, the powerful and eminently off road capable KTM 1190 Adventure. In this in-desert review over two years of riding experience will be shared with the 1190 with inset video. Though quirky and perplexing in some ways (as all bikes are), the KTM 1190 still does what few other adventure motorcycles can do: it can shred on the road, tackle technical and rough terrain, beat fast motos and cars in a street race, get good MPG, be comfortable, and carry lots of gear.
Riding the KTM 1190 either in its dirt home or hammering it on a road course brings pure motorcycle enjoyment. In TNP though it is a workhorse, used to haul the many gear items for testing. In this role, the 1190 has to be durable, easy to maintain, able to haul heavy loads [over 1000 lbs total rider, moto, gear weight in this video!], and economical to operate. Breaking down, being fussy just won't do. We'll sell the bikes and get something else. We are happy to report, so far, the 1190s in TNP have performed well.
Covered here in this free feature length review: rec’d models [Adventure], POU, value, motor, quirks, filtration mods, power/range, suspension, ergos, wind protection, instrumentation, lighting, tires/rims, cargo, recommended mods and much more. Unlike a “press review” here you see and feel the personality of the “A-10 Warthog” of the Adventure Bike world and may end up wanting one. KTM replaced the 1190 with the 1090 and 1290 Adventure series of motorcycles, also very excellent. But we don’t see how the KTM 1190 Adventure could be beat in terms of capability and enjoyment.
Finally something other than a tabletop!!! And it's a motorcycle vid too. I don't get why TNPers don't want something other than gun videos. I miss the backpacking and general all around outdoor adventuring content
Still love my BMW 1200gs adventure. But I really want the KTM enduro 690.
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C_Squared couldn't have said it better myself. That's what hooked me I the first place
catches more non tnper attention i think gets alot of views i love adventure vids
That's correct. 95% of subs ain't showing up to watch the vids. -TD
I have no intention to buy a motorcycle... but I'll still let Nutnfancy educate me for an hour on which one to get and why. Only you Nutn... only you. Lol
Wrathquell Peacebringer also clues to future reviews
+947969 it takes a good bit of work to keep track of what he hasn't shown yet in the prep footage, but you can still get some hints from it. -Doodle
nutnfancy Doodle what happened to the watch video?
Couldn't agree more. I'll listen to a dude out in the 'wild' on an adventure testing gear anytime.
Definitely a double owl here. I watch everything on both channels even if its not pertinent to me. The ones that are pertinent I watch 2 or 3 times.
I am not a motorcycle guy (probably never will be) but I still find these reviews fascinating! Well spoken and LOTS of information... I just find it entertaining. Nice job Nutn!
Thank you for showing up! We always want both information and entertainment, Dad does it better than anyone I know. _TacticalDoodle
@@nutnfancy Thank you Tactical Doodle! Are we ever going to hear from Last Suspect? Thank you from Las Vegas~ sincerely, Double Owl subscriber Significant Stench
KTM has changed their adventure motorcycle lineup; they always do. But the 1190 hits the sweet spot for us in terms of lightweight, power, features, and fun. It's a workhorse here but always look forward to riding these machines. Epic speed and fun. -nutnfancy
nutnfancy love the motorcycle videos
Motorcycling and firearms seem like a natural fit to me! Please keep posting bike videos!
nutnfancy
Not my bag. Wouldn't gel with the young family right now. Cool stuff anyway. Anything you put out is the best stuff on RUclips...
and do you put out!! Hehe
What do you think about the tesla electric cars ? Would you ever get one to save fuel?
Long time subscriber here, love your content. Have you made a video about Patreon at all? Don't recall you ever talking about wether you have contemplated making a Patreon account. I think with your core followers you could get a great support system that would allow you to do more reviews with more products. Would love to hear your thoughts!
Love the bike reviews. I'm a BMW GS guy but have nothing but admiration for KTM thanks for the time you put it on these reviews
Sub'd for the Gun vids, and he delivers, knife, philosophy and my all time fav hobby, motorcycles. 2 KTM's, 3 Yamaha's and 1 Honda in the garage now....just added a fourth Yammie...a Rhino UTV. All from a fellow Veteran. Love it. Keep 'em coming.
Nutn I know you say TNP'rs "dont give a crap about motorcycles", but I can tell you I LOVE the bike content. I am a big biker currently have a Ducati scrambler and I am trying to finance a KTM 350 or 500 exc. Keep the bike content coming I will watch it! I would love to see a bike EDC video; Basically your loadout for bike riding. Jacket gloves pants boots etc. I took the MSF course a few years ago. Upon purchase of my bike Immediately went out and bought all the proper riding gear and I am always looking at the latest and greatest to improve my system. So I would love to see a detailed video of what you wear for street riding and one for off road
Thanks a lot for the support and great comment. Knowing that you'd like moto gear content and the EDC systems on it, I'll put some together. -nutnfancy
Thanks I would love that. Right now I'm running a Dainese jacket and gloves. Also running Alpinestar jeans/boots and a shoei RF-1200 helmet with a Sena 20s. I have chest, back shoulder forearm knee and hip armor all CE rated. I have been looking into one of those air bag vests, I know in one of your older bike videos you said you ran a HitAir brand. Lastly I wear a 5.11 backpack that I keep a few small tools, first aid, knife and a CCW. But anyways I would love to see how your system compares to mine. I'm also really interested in what you use for off road riding. Like I said I'm looking into a KTM which will be my first enduro since I was a kid so I want to get some gear more oriented towards off road riding. But yeah keep the bike content coming you'll get at least one view from me haha
nutnfancy that would be amazing. Thumbs up for this idea!
Thank you for posting the motorcycle review. Videos in this series are my absolute favorites! I understand the videos don't garner the level of viewership as the GRV's, but please keep them coming! It's part of my inspiration to ride. Thanks for all that you do.
-Kyle
Nutnfancy review means watching as I can in a tab all day; Nutnfancy reviewing a KTM? AWESOME.
Probably the most complete and comprehensive product review ever posted. No BS honest review. Convinced me to buy the bike even though it's discontinued...
Got my 1190 a couple years ago thanks to you. Looking forward to another riding season!
Luke Miller Any problems so far? I’m just thinking about getting one used, it’s a ‘13 model...
Let's see some more ride n eat videos! Always really enjoyed those but I do know that most of your viewers don't really watch the motorcycle stuff. It's unfortunate because I think they're some of your best.
No regrets on my 2014 R model. 34,000 miles of smiles. :)
In more technical off road sections the advantages are apparent.
I am an avid rider myself and love your no b.s. reviews of guns, knives, gear and yes, motorcycles. Not gonna lie, I was amped up for this review, so much that I went back and watched your hayabusa and v-strom 1000 vids as prequels to this. I know you are always stretched for time and the audience may not be there for it, but here is one viewer, among others, that LOVES your bike reviews. Keep doing what you do dude.
Pulled the trigger and got a 2014 1190 ADV. Said goodbye to the Ulysses. Thanks for the review.
From KTM to Remington, nobody is safe from Nutnfancy's scrutiny....with love. Of course.
Now this is how a motorcycle should be reviewed! Great job.
Dude love love love the motorcycle vids man !!! Keep them coming please
I couldn't stop watching. This is a real review full of proven information from real testing ,finally!!!
You can clear the tpms error by putting air in the tires. The 21" wheel is best for not bending rims on rocks, holes, etc. Has better traction for braking and acceleration. Braking power is greater. The manual suspension is a bit more tunable and the additional clearance allows softer suspension without bottoming out.
I actually bought the KTM 1290 Super Adventure because of your earlier videos on your 1190 adventure. The two bikes seem very similar but KTM included a few more features on the SA. i.e. Heated seats/grips, cruise control, slightly larger motor, and panniers are standard. Both bikes are EXCELLENT and you can grab great deal on new 2015/2016 models that are still sitting at some dealerships. Thanks for the great info nutn
Glad to see you back with a bike vid. I started riding at 48yo because of your bike vids that i watched after getting hooked on your other vids; and i've been happier ever since!
I just wanted to mention that your vid was the definitive decision for me to actually buy the 1190 adventure. So thank you for your valuable advice.
No nonsense, no bullshit, just facts and experience….good job.
Thanks for the inspiration, Nutn! Time to do some adventure riding again soon and the 1190 looks like an outstanding bike to take.
I work at a KTM dealership selling these great machines, I agree with Nutn, there is no equal to this in the Motorcycle world.
Thanks for the great content Nutnfancy!
I just saw this video! I got my 2016 1190R new in 2016 and have ridden it all over East TN and the last 3 years in AK (JBER). I’ve ridden the basic 1190 and I can tell you from 7 years of experience on this motorcycle and 38 years overall that the R is definitely better once the off road gets going fast. So, you’re comments on selling the R is laughable. Many reasons why but I felt like I needed to post this lol. Thank you for your service, Sir! I retire from the Army soon!
You comparing it to the A10 sold me. I work KC10 so your comments were so to point! Thanks for the video!
Great review Nutn, thanks for taking the time and effort I really enjoyed it. I just bought a new adventure bike after trying out the KTM 1190, BMW R1200GS, and the Yamaha Super Tenere. No doubt the KTM was the most "performance oriented" bike of the group, but I couldn't get past the airbox issue and no cruise control for the big milage rides that I do. I also was attracted to the shaft drive of the BMW and Yamaha over the chain drive on the KTM. BMW is the fuel range king by a significant margin, with the Yamaha second with about 300 mile range. In the end, I went with reliability and low cost of ownership in the Yamaha over the performance edge with the KTM and the high cost of ownership of the BMW. The Super-10 is heavy at 575 wet, but I find that its extremely well balanced. I've taken it all over Colorado's toughest trails and passes and while it may not have quite the offroad chops of the KTM or BMW, it can hold its own when piloted by a decent rider. Thanks again for the review, love the ADV motorcycle vids!
Wow I just came here from the v-strom review, didn't expect you bashing it after you praised it so high as an adventure bike in the previous video.
Hope to see some more lunch rides!
Thanks for taking the time to create this focused, in-depth video. Your bike vids are my favorites, the icing on TNP cake.
I love the diversity in TNP. it's not just a boring gun channel. :)
I don't have a bike. But I watch all your bike videos because they are extremely interesting. Rode when younger as kid in the sticks of Pa. Thanks for taking us on a ride with you Nutn.
Good thing I saw this. I just became aware of the 1190 and there's a few 2016s for sale in my area. But they are all R models. now I know why they are letting them go for around $9000 when bluebook has the value at over $12k. I need one that's more street savy. I'll look for the non R model. awesome comprehensive review.
Your review was perfect. I had a hard time deciding what bike would work for what i did and with your review you addressed every single major subject i was looking into. I have been a TNPer for a few years now and as soon as i was looking at KTMs I remembered this video. No other review showed a real person [not Graham Jarvis or Chris Burch] use the bike in as many different POUs. I just want to thank you for your time and effort into putting together such an in depth thought out review. You definitely saved me a lot of money, time, and hassle all while assuring me that the bike has the capability to do everything i need and want it to do. Hope to see you out on the trail! Thanks!
The lack of Cruise Control is the worst thing that I know of. Great job on the review.
When nut'n first started with the motorbikes years back now I really was put off, I didn't know or want to know about bikes I was here for the boom sticks, but because of the bike vids nowadays, I have a motorbike licence and a road bike and am now looking at swapping out for a dual sport. keep the bike content coming!
Looks like a great choice for carrying everything - including the kitchen sink....The 1190 looks well protected ...Great review !!!
This is the best KTM 1190 review ever seen. Thank you.
good review , i pick up my 1190 tomorrow, already decided on one before i seen your vid just confirms ive made the right choice, cheers from Australia
0:32 1000 lbs of gear. You mean everything together, right. The 1190 has a GVWR of 970 lbs, so 1000lbs of gear + passenger weight + plus bike weight would total at ~1700 lbs! :P
Yeah the load out he named wasnt anywhere near 1000lbs so i think his guestimation is a bit off.
I have two bikes, a KTM 990 Adventure R and a classic Honda XR650R Desert Racer. Love them both. The KTM's are Wordl Class bikes!!
Bought one and love it!! Best bike I've owned and the wife is more comfortable then she was on our last bike, 1998 honda valykrie 1500c. Great video I've watched at least 3 times lol
Outstanding review...not my style of bike for the riding I do but couldn't help but be drawn in by the quality and accuracy of what you did. I was shocked by the weight that bike carries for one! I remember you saying in a video some time ago that your motorcycle content in the project was not all that popular. Thats really hard to believe given the comparative quality and detail available out there. Invaluable information for someone shopping for this genre of motorcycle. Thanks for the ride!
Mine would be the BMW R 1200 GS. Ridden all over the country with more than what you carried. Btw im a hard core TNP'r!!! LOVE THE CHANNEL BRO JUST MY OPINION.
Cheers buddy
Dude, I JUST bought a vstrom 1000 a couple of weeks ago because i watched your video on it. Now im going to need to go out and get one of these 1190's lol. Probably won't be able to afford one for a while so I will stick with the vstrom for now. I am loving the vstrom and owe it to your great content. Just wanted to thank you and Doodle for all the work you do. You have reignited my love of adventure both on bikes and just getting back out into nature. I have learned a ton from you two and the info I have absorbed has really helped me make some excellent decisions on gear. thanks for everything guys and keep up the outstanding work.
Totally agree with you, I had a 15 1190s and now I'm thinking of the 1290s, I love the bikes, best adventure bikes out there
Awesome that you include your KTM in the ongoing project
Yes! A new motorcycle review!!! As I get better at riding and rack up more miles, I'm gonna start looking into adventure riding more. Looking like a whole lot of freedom!
I bought one and four months later bought a second one to keep across the country where I visit. Both are S models and one is ruggedized with crash bars skid and knobbies. So comfortable super powerful and except for tiny technical single track it’s perfect. And I put Rox risers on both of them
CONGRATULATIONS on your soon to become 700,000 subscribers for the hardest working (original) gun & adventure gear guru. Thank you Nutn for all of the years of hard work and quality content. Peace brother.
I might be here from the start of TNP and I sure did miss these long bike videos
I just bought a used 15 with only 1000 miles and this thing rocks! Everything you said is true. I have yet to burn thru the Conti 90/10 tires but it does rule on the street. It rails and it can hang with any bike. I can't wait to get more off road than dirt roads. My other bike is a Triumph Street Triple 765 RS and I love it but I can ride this for hours and hours and tear it up and love to leave some kids on "faster" bikes in the dust. Great factual review!
Just finished getting my Classic Honda cb750 ready to ride for the summer and was planning on getting a BMW 1200gs soon. You have made me seriously consider this as another option! Thank you Nutn for honest options!
Best 1190 review on the internets. Thanks Nut for the thorough video. +1 for the Colorado scenery. Five years later now, what are you riding?
I love your adventure/motorcycle videos. I've been riding for just under 9 years only sport bikes. I like camping/hiking/exploring and watching these videos has made me look into adventure bikes. sport bikes are fun, but I can't explore with them. looking to start off with a drz400 with a few performance mods. maybe in the future when I have the funds I can get a "proper" adventure bike. keep these types of videos coming I can't get enough of them.
Well, being a gun guy myself i frequently come across and have watched your gun videos and was surprised to see you doin one for my favorite bike. I dropped off my 2001 KTM LC4 640 to my mechanic to get it titted up for the season and im watching bike vids to quench my thirst while im waiting to get her back and i saw you had this review. Pretty good review man. now that i know you've flown the sickest planes on the planet i have way more respect for you product analysis in regards to not only bikes, but GUNS. Keep kickin ass man...
I enjoy the motorcycle reviews more than the watch reviews.
Wow, that Bike must be a Monster, you're a pretty fair sized dude & that Bike looks Huge. Huge price too.
Had fun watching this Vid!! I'm about your age but can't ride anymore. Great shots and scenery, Great times and memories for ya'll !! Thanks for the vicarious outing :) Double Owl
Love the motorcycle reviews. Great stuff. Wish you did more! I've been pounding some miles on a triumph sprint 1050 gt. Love it. If you're looking for a sport tourer that can handle like a sport bike with touring comfort I recommend it. Of course compared to some pricier new models it's probably lacking some features!
nice review. I have the 1190 R and can understand the standover issue. She is a tall bike. That being said, I wouldn't give up the ground clearance or travel. It works for what I like to do off road and I think its great on road. Glad to see someone else enjoying theirs and making full use of it.
My review wasnt fakenews!
You saying dont get the R, I have to disagree. Its better off road and easily as good on the road, maybe not quite as good on a race track. Ive overtaken sportbikes on the road with a 21" front wheel.... fast on the road is only about the rider when it comes to modern bikes.
Bought a bike second to watching your MC videos. Picked up an 03 VFR800 for a steal from a guy hard up for cash. Love the bike. Love the MC vids :)
I was shopping for an ADV bike in 2016... came *this* close to buying a Yamaha Super Tenere... that is until I saw the 1190 Adventure. I bought it and haven't looked back, love the bike and hope you're still enjoying yours.
Man, you do great reviews on all kinds of stuff. KTM makes awesome bikes, especially the 1190. I think this video put me over the fence to buy one. Thanks for keeping it real!
I love these vids Nutn. I hope you don't stop. I watch anything moto vid you post. I pretend it was me shifting gears. Please don't stop. Peace out from So Cal!!
And now I am going to have to buy this bike... Great video brother, this is a great service to your bike, always stay on 2!
Great and interesting review! Thank you for your service from a former Air Force WCT/ECCMT!
Nutn, I spent a lot of time on the ass end of a KC-135 flying Navy F/A-18s. If you ever gave me any gas, thank you. Far and away the best tanker ever built, nice solid probe. Thanks again.
MachTwo57 he said "probe"
Just love/respect your videos! You are all business, no bullshit & to the point. Your unbiased opinion is what sets your vids apart from the others! Your review(s) on the 690R is one of the main reasons why I bought it, but definitely upgrading to a KTM twin cylinder soon....because of your straight-shooting reviews! Safe travels to ya both!
great so now I got to buy 1190. I just bought a 690 6 months ago because of your video. you're killing me
Been waiting for this one, very detailed review. Kinda has too many quirks for me. I'll stick to pavement on my FJR! I do love how you LOAD this KTM down. Great stuff Nutn.
Nutnfancy, I love you and generally agree with everything you say but I disagree about your choice of 1190 v 1190 R. BTW in 2015 I rode 7350 miles across the USA on the TAT on my KTM690 which I flew with from Heathrow to Montreal in the cargo hold thanks to the amazing Air Canada and back from Vancouver to Heathrow. As a Brit I have done (and will do more) quite a bit of long range of off road riding in the USA and if I was to take an something as big and heavy as a 1190, I would definitely pick the 1190R. Anyone with doubts check out Chris Birch 'Directors cut' on RUclips demonstrating what you can do an 1190R.
Watched this video a few times, brilliant review, now own an 1190 s
Better late than never. Always appreciate the bike reviews. Love KTM, love that bike. Thanks!
I don't really ride anymore can't afford it now. don't know if I'll ever get back into it but I really love the enduros and the adventures thanks Nutn 👍
Awesome video from years ago I just got this bike very well put everything you said about the 1190
Awesome review Nutn. Ive been watching for years dude, your motorcycle reviews and adventure videos are some of my favorites. I wish you made more, but I know people dont watch them like they do the gun vids.
I've been waiting for Nutn to do this vid since he got the 1190. I've got a street glide and a drz400. Looking to fill the gap. Thanks Nutn!!!
Great video as usual, makes me think seriously about getting a bike. Also liked the gratuitous shot of the sign between Pitkin and Tincup - that's a fantastic drive even in a car.
We need more bike videos Nutn!
Been waiting a while for this one!!👍
Great video! My twin called me one day said Nate "we have to get an 1190" I was like alright! Love the bike so far we have 3000 miles on them now since last June. Hoping to hit the trans America trail this year. Thank you for your service and the review
I love the bike info you give & the fact you actually ride them where they were designed to be ridden! Nothing worse than a poser. It's very hard to pose where you ride. Thanks for your service, I come from a military family.
Haha this original comment was me recommending the long way down/around and then two minutes later you mention it in the video, great series keep up the good work
your motorcycle videos are some of my favorites
Been following your channel since 08 I think?? Anyway, just wanted to say how cool it's been this witness the evolution from hiking gear to Adventure bikes. everything I dig in one place- guns, knives and Moto's!
Loved it, so sad the motorcycle content doesn't get more viewership in the project. I really want more of it. My favorite mod to your bike is the Outlaw Josey Wales sticker on the back of the top case. 👍🏻
Ar10s and aks… just earned a new follower lol
I was just searching for a nutnfancy 1190 review yesterday. I've been a Harley guy for a long time. Thinking about getting an 1190 now.
Bought the 1190. It is an amazing bike.
I went out and bought a motorcycle last week because of this video, lol! Wasn't ready to step up to the KTM 1190 yet, but for a first bike, I think my Honda CB500X will do just fine. I've watched the moto safety vids like 3 each already lol, and I'm taking a MSF course this weekend! Thanks Nutn' for your hard work and detailed reviews you put out! PS the guys at Edge Motorsports say hi! ;)
Thanks for the video sir! Nice meeting you and your kids up at the meet around Hill Airforce base last year. Saw the KTM there and it looked good. I've got a 2014 Vstrom 1000 which I drive about 95% on the road as I'm more of the 500+ lb dirt bike is way too heavy to ride safely single track. No bike is perfect but I'm pretty happy with the V2. Keep up with the bike videos! Be safe and Take care, Bill
Great video and review! KTM 950 Adventure 2004 (first year) former owner.... 2005 - 2009. OR to FL and back, and all over the northwest. KTM Adventure is a beast of a bike! Saved my life on two occasions. A great full adventure touring on and off road.
Dude I love your videos and have been watching them for the last 5 years. I give you mad props for everything you have done for the RUclips community. And I just have to ask when are you going to do another cooking video? I'm sure I'm gonna get hosed for liking them, but I really enjoyed it and to this day I still make the shepherds pie. Lol thanks for being such a standup guy and making these videos for us.
Yes!! Finally another motorcycle video!!
more motorcycle videos ;)
I get gitty when I see you post a motorcycle vid!! Keep them coming I love the ride and eat videos also!!!!
I do love the idea of the adventure bike, but I will probably have to be content with living vicariously through you.
Been waiting for this! Thanks TNP!