I put a switch across the clutch wires so I can flick it and the bike thinks the clutch is in and doesn’t activate the quickshifter.

@@firstamendmenttshirt4768 not sure why I would buy I 5 year older bike, when the current one works perfect! Just one 7mm nut to get rid of the traction control and ABS! 😜

@shredstoneadventures Lol. 2018 you can turn it off and traction control does not exist. Lol.

It’s total BS! We ended up relying on the under seat auxiliary tank more and trying to leave less fuel in the main to reduce head pressure, so it didn’t leak as bad. We made it to Port Orford and then rode up to Eugene where the truck was parked, then headed up to Calgary. The total mileage from Cape Hatteras to Port Orford was 5767 Miles (9279 kms).

@@shredstoneadventures Ya, I just didn't trust my 690 and sold it. No more KTM adventure bikes for me unless, that company sorts it's shit out and starts taking care of customers. Glad you guys figured out and I hope you had a ton of fun. I just did the TAT backwards, mostly solo. A cool trip indeed

@@Gen-X.Adventures great question! The 690 was the perfect bike for the TAT loops we were doing, after the fairing/rally tower install. The 890 looks like a great bike, but the added weight (120 lbs heavier) is substantial when navigating the single/double track routes. In stock form the 690 would have been more fatiguing on the faster sections due to the lack of wind protection without a fairing, however the Rad Garage fairing kit was perfect for combating this, yet not taking away from the “dirtbike” feeling of the bike. We considered building 500’s but with the added electrical draw of GPS’s, cell phone charging, etc, and possible heated hand grips in the future, the 690 it better equipped for added more accessories. As well, and the biggest reason for not building 500’s is the lack of subframe that they have. With the added weight of the Mosko Moto bags, we wanted to make sure we didn’t run into any issues. Although we cracked a sub frame fuel tank on the one bike (I haven’t heard of this before and think this was a one off issue), I have heard of a number of ppl cracking the subframes on the 350’s and 500’s when loaded down and riding aggressively. Hope this helps and happy/safe riding!

​@shredstoneadventures Thanks for the info! I'm planning on doing the TAT next year. I'll probably wait until late fall to see if KTM reworks the 690 for 2025 (rumors) If you guys want a loop closer to home, check out the Minnesota Recon Route. 1200 miles around the state with very little pavement. I've been doing loops of it on my 890, but it's a little big on some parts (for my skills) Thanks again for the response!

@@kztrekz3329 Hahahaha…. We planned to do it in around 3 weeks, but once we started riding and got into the groove of packing and unpacking our bikes, we found it pretty do able to do 250-350 miles a day, depending on the terrain. Some days were on the low end, and some days were faster and high end. We didn’t take any full rest days, just the needed time for oil and tire changes.

@@airadaimagery692 I don’t remember off hand the total wet weight with the bike with the bags on. But weighing just the bags fully loaded they were around 80lbs. The Mosko Moto bags are not overly light to begin with, however they are extremely well made and would sacrifice weight for durability any day. We have the V3 Reckless 80L bags and right after we ordered them, they came out with the V4 system, which I believe is lighter. Hope this helps!

@@constantinosschinas4503 they sure were a lot simpler a few years back! Being that these systems are built into the bikes main operating parameters, by simply removing the hard parts (speed sensors, wiring, pumps etc) the ECM would be missing a number of inputs and outputs, thus causing a lot of operating codes and most likely derates, or wouldn’t be able to start at all. I’m sure a custom ECM could be tuned to accommodate the removal of the hard parts, however this was not practical for our application.

@@mfranquemont1884 2023

@@mitchwiebell2785 was alot of planning and budgeting to make it all happen, but we have our priorities and it involves being on 2 wheels! 😎

@@andreutopfun these are on 2023 KTM 690 Enduro R US models, and there is no error codes. On start up the ABS and Traction control lights are on, as they would be if they were disabled by holding the button down.

That sounds like a great loop! We are looking forward to the TAT in the next couple weeks time (planning to start in Cape Hatteras July 1st). Coming from a dirtbiking background I found the characteristics of the TC to be unpredictable in the sense of power delivery and when you’re able to get the front end in the air or doing “clutch ups”. Pivot turns on steep hills and log hops and what not, are a much easier task, when you know how the bike is going to react. The Rade Garage tower was a game changer when riding highway speed, it cuts down on the wind force against your chest as well as helps with wind buffeting. The additional fuel tank is also well worth the investment for sure! All in all these bikes do an amazing job at what ever you throw at them and some tuning and tweaking for the riders personal preference and they are an absolute weapon! Stay safe and appreciate the feedback!

@@shredstoneadventures I get it. I’m from road/adventure bikes with limited off-road experience or skill. The TC kept me safe to be honest. I couldn’t risk any heroics hence it stayed on. Our routes were very much aimed at less technical trails but on occasion some gnarly, water eroded were a challenge. That said I trashed the rear tyre in 2,500 miles so wasn’t pussyfooting (despite some unkind comments!!). I’m in the UK and bought a 701 Enduro last year and modifying it hence the question on the tower. The better protection of the Nomad will probably win over the nicer Rade being a year round rider. Stay safe too! Best, Ian

I have found my 690 to be a pussycat on any kind of dirt, it has the mellowest power imaginable, unless you wind the revs up higher. There is also map 1 and map 2, map 1 the bike is even mellower. The TC can literally turn the engine off on loose ground when climbing, it wont allow any tire slip. I hate it on dirt. The kickstand can also stop a ride, the sensor can die and thats it, the bike is dead. Has to be trucked out if that sensor dies. Its 89 bucks for a dongle to bypass the kickstand switch. Slavens has it.

@@bradsanders6954 I’d agree with you on the power. It’s easy to deploy. Sure it can bite but it worked for me. The TC never got in the way unlike the Tiger which dumped my buddy 3/4 of the way across a river. Mine got me across but kept it on track elsewhere. The kickstand issue is ridiculous and hardly new. I have the dongle on my 690 but not on the 701 yet. If I was doing anything technical I’m sure the TC and ABS would be an issue but for my needs both were excellent.

Saving money always puts a smile on my face! 😊 Adjusting the bikes performance and predictability to better suit my riding style, without the added cost of a dongle. In any case that the electronically sensed power governor (Traction Control) would need to be turned on, the temporary spacer can be removed. Cheers and always… ride safe!

Obviously, you dont ride on dirt or gravel. Dont be creepy about the presenter.

@@bradsanders6954 yes I do. And in that case I turn everything off with oem buttons on handlebar and ride accordingly. I just get that having rear wheel locked on tarmac is not a good thing. Even can be worse than having lock front one). Safe riding!

Great question! It is a sufficient charge rate to maintain the battery and slowly increase percentage while actively using mapping systems (onX, Apple, Google, Trailforks, etc). So your phone will be charged more than when you started, even while having full display of maps for your entire ride!

www.radegarage.com/parts-us/ktm-690-k5-fairing-us/

That’s a great question. What year of 701? We have done this to many 690 and 701 bikes with no issues. Have you taken the spacer out and everything works fine?

The ABS is 100% off with this mod done. The pump isnt doing anything to the brakes. Something else is going on.

Hey, its from Qhik Moto, www.qhikmoto.com/ if you use code SHREDSTONE they give you 30% off :)

Thanks for the feedback. We are not cutting any wires and simply spacing the sensor away from the tone ring. This is for off road applications where disabling the ABS is a benefit. This modification can easily be returned to OEM using trail side tools.

@@shredstoneadventures I got a 21 690 and have done this mod with a nut behind the sensor. Havent ridden it yet but everyone who has tried it has had no problems. Even if you spend the 150 on the dongle? Who is going to want to be switching the dongle back and forth between ABS/TC on and off? The bike Sucks hugely on dirt with ABS and TC. Literally cant stop on gravel or loose dirt. The brakes turn off as the ABS cant deal with any sliding tire. TC makes that 74HP useless, it turns the engine off when the tire spins at all.

Great question! Most motorcycles weren’t equipped with ABS up until the last few years and it’s up to the rider to “self modulate” the brake application based on the traction of the terrain. In off road scenarios, it’s common practice to lock the back brake up to aid in cornering. As well accelerating out with the back tire spinning. Having ABS and Traction Control active, is a hinderance with off road riding.

If you need TC....you need to learn how to ride.....get an old cr250 and hit it

TC is excellent. Map 2 with no rear abs works very well for off road. That dongle is worth $100 "for me". Installed a switch to enable and disable the dongle/rear abs. Easily go from no rear to rear abs. $100 for a dongle on a heavily farkled $15,000 bike is not even worth mentioning.

@@shredstoneadventures The fact that old bikes didn't have ABS doesn't mean it's a bad thing, ABS has saved many lives in aircraft, cars, trucks, motorcycles for decades now - it's a proven technology with proven benefits. The factory setup allows you to easily disable it when you're in the dirt - really, how much work is it to press a button? If you want to permanently disable ABS on your bike then that's one thing, advocating that others do it is another. I'm a 690 rider.

@@georgeellison926 glad you are an avid 690 rider and advocate to the factory ABS system. If it works well for your riding style, by all means don’t change what works for you. Just for clarity, this video is for those who ride their enduros the majority of the time off road and where ABS is a hinderance. Deep mud, snow and loose gravel are all areas where ABS does not shine… as study’s have shown. With the temporary delete of spacing out the wheel speed sensor, the ABS system stays off while not required. If a novice rider were to use my bike and didn’t have the ability to self modulate the braking pressure, the spacer can be removed and all systems return to factory. Hope this helps you understand the riding style and environment that we are in and what barriers they create. Ride safe and do what works for you :)

I have not yet, I've heard about it and scene people do it! Maybe one day I will give it ago! Thank you for the comment! :)