Hahaha I wish I could REALLY believe that 🤦‍♂

Not sure about non-ethanol, but if you can go ~75 miles on a tank, you're good to go for the entire day. You're never realistically more than 20-30 miles from gas, so top off when you can. Good to know where the gas stations are ahead of time and take slight detours for gas before popping back onto the trail. The Dirt Devil isn't really all that remote, but as you get farther down southwest, you definitely can find yourself in the middle of nowhere. I use Chinmounts... they're great. I don't like how far this one sticks out. My Shoei VFX-Evo helmet chinmount is actually really great, but I think I didn't let it sit for long enough for the adhesive to stay. Gotta redo it. This XD-4 one, though, has been on there for almost 3 years now.

Glad the bike was ok!

I haven't had anything major, no. Not compared to some of the things I've read online. So far so good, with a few little minor things that have popped up here and there (TC getting turned back on after a tip over offroad, but power cycling fixes it... things like that).

Yeah it varies, and it's usually not worth the risk, but at least if you choose to cross, there's a decent way to do it the lower that risk!

@@wardkhere Indeed. I wouldn’t have done that otherwise.

Just seeing this! I'm in Middle Tennessee. The Tiger was in the shop because of some carbon build-up in the cylinders. Basically got totally new internals. In hindsight, I would have been fine keeping the Tiger, but I do love the 890. They're just different with different focuses. Both amazing bikes that have a lot of overlap. I'd still buy another Tiger if I had $ and room in my garage!

So sorry I missed this! We ride almost every Sunday. Usually meet at Leiper's Fork Market mid-morning and either do a half or a full day of riding!

@@wardkhere Thanks for the tid-bits! I would like to join a group to go over the trail. Is there a time you all meet on Sunday's? Any FB groups where I can join and follow the meetups?

Sorry I missed this! I use a clip-on on my R. It's still not nearly as good as the Tiger as far as wind protection... for reference, I used to only wear earplugs on the interstate on the Tiger. On the 890, I have to wear them just about everywhere. The clip-on helped a LOT on the R, and I imagine on the S screen, it'd just about get rid of 80% of the wind blast.

@wardkhere I ended up getting a Puig clip-on deflector, and it helps, but, yeah, the wind is still terrible. I too wear plugs for all riding above 45mph.

@@onemileattatime2642 Pretty unfortunate for such a great bike. Wish they'd rework the front end completely. Rally kits are so expensive...

I do use that, yeah. Full preload front, no preload rear. It definitely helped! Weird that they don’t market the bike this way. Gotta dig through the manual for it haha. I love the tiger… it’s an amazing bike. The 890 is definitely clicking with me more off-road than the tiger did. But they’re still close! It’s not like a complete blow out. And the Tiger is definitely a lot more comfy on the road. I think it’s a little more flickable through twisties as well.

​@@wardkhereare you saying the r is more flickable than the tiger or vice versa?

@@Avery-g-yt To me, the Tiger is more "flickable" on the street. I feel like it'd be a better "canyon carver" than the 890 R, personally.

@@wardkhere that's odd and maybe I would need more suspension tweaks on the triumph. I haven't played with that during test rides but the tiger 900 rally front end feels vague in a turn to me. Maybe a bit more rear preload and higher damping up front would help the feel. My 890R feels like a laser beam

@@Avery-g-yt That's interesting... I'm not saying the 890 as bad at all, because it's great, but if I had to say which one I felt was more of a street bike and turns in quicker, I would say the tiger 900. I think this is reflected in its geometry. On paper (which I know isn't everything), the Tiger is absolutely more of a street bike (24 degree rake, 17" rear, etc). When you've got proper preload set on front and rear, I would think it absolutely feels... flickier? Everyone attaches to different bikes, though, so could just be riding style, position, etc.

It had a ton of carbon buildup in the cylinders. Triumph is replacing them since I’m under warranty. 🤷‍♂️

Hahaha it definitely makes me want to go fast!

Nice! I usually take mine in for the service, but I may give this one a go. Agreed on the windscreen. I got a clip on. It helps a ton… highly recommend to anyone. These tires are “good” for what most people do on adv bikes. They aren’t aggressive, but they’re good enough. I like them a lot when I consider longevity. I’m at about 2200 miles right now, and I’m starting to think about replacements. The reality is that my first 1500 miles were way more road miles (break in, a road trip, etc). I typically ride about 40-50% road (in total), and my guess is I’d get closer to 3-3.5k miles in those circumstances. For this set, so far, I’ve been more like 70-80% road.

Hi, do you have to do anything else at the break in service? except for changing oil and checkin stuff? also how often do they recommend servicing those bikes? every 15000km?

@@thanosdanellis4746 They recommend every 15k that is correct although I planned on doing mine at about half that for the first regular, non break in service. Dislocated shoulder on the lost coast enduro riding the 350 couple months ago and awaiting surgery so I look at my bike a lot in the garage.😂. That next oil change is gonna be a while

@@thanosdanellis4746 Oh I forgot. Other KZbin guys say I need to bring the bike to the dealer as it’s most likely due for a software update as I bought it in march.

get well soon bro@@sanjosejeff

Thanks! Hope you’re enjoying yours as well

If you enjoy offroad more than on road, I'd say it's a great choice. Wind buffeting is pretty bad, though, so don't expect the same kind of comfort you've got on the GSA!

@@wardkhere Thanks for the feedback. I rode an 890 Adventure R demo bike and didn't find the buffeting bad myself, it was a lot better than the Tenere 700 (for me).

I'm thinking of doing the exact same thing. I want to know about the on road manners ie. Buffering and heat in regards to the 890. Btw I also have a 690 enduro r and a Industry guy told me the 890 rides 90 percent like a 690

@@erickelly7161 I need to put together another video on full thoughts. I have way more to talk about at this point, about 3k miles in. The short version is this: the bike is fun and wants to have fun, both on and off road. I've done some very long road trips on it and very long days offroad. The only complaint I really have is the wind buffeting, but I understand that's individual to the person. If you like to "settle in" on your bike for long road rides, this isn't it. But if you like to have a "lively" time, even on long trips, this bike wants it!

Yeah dude! We’re actually out today

Nice!

I’m in Nashville 🤙. Are you in the area?

Unfortunately, no. I’m in Oklahoma. Ride a Desert X and love it, but I’m big fan of the 890, especially the new one!

Nice. I considered a Desert X. Super cool bike... wanted to go with something more different from the Tiger, though.

@@wardkhere I got a buddy who has a Tiger 900 (Bond edition) and in my opinion, the DX is WAY different than the Tiger. Feels more similar to the KTM.

@@bikegiant1376 Ah I hear you... I was thinking with the higher weight (position and numbers), longer wheelbase, and more "touring" seat, it would feel less like the "big dirt bike" category the 890 fills. But I haven't ridden one yet. I'd definitely like to.

Haha what are you referring to here?

ooops, wrong video.... Tried to comment on the one I have watched before - sorry!

@@humoto1 Oh hahaha no problem

I’m 6 ft! What do you mean by “how do you find the height?”

@@wardkhere I’m guessing what he means is, is the height of the bike manageable for your 6’ height? Are you finding it to be difficult, easy, in between?

@@SickBikeDude Ah I see. It's about the same as my Tiger, honestly. The seat height may be slightly higher than the Tiger, but the reach of my legs feels the same (maybe due to a narrower position down to the ground? I have no issues with the height. It's kind of something I didn't consider, since I'm used to riding the Tiger.

Nice… that’s probably a massive change for you. I like the mirrors a lot. I don’t find myself missing the bigger mirrors, and I love how out of the way these are. They feel very integrated into the bike.

@@wardkhere How is the wind buffeting? I hear its a good improvement

It may be, but coming from the Tiger… it’s not good. Actually got a massive headache after riding home from picking it up for 4 hours on the interstate. That never happened with the Tiger. I bought Touratech’s clip on spoiler. It helps a lot, but it could be better. I plan to fit a rally kit (with new windscreen, lights, etc) whenever someone releases one for the ‘23. So I’ll deal with it until then, I guess.

@@wardkhere Hmm makes sense. For you, is the wind consistent or blowing you around?

@@Slov_ It's not super consistent. It kind of hammers my head repeatedly. I like the bike a lot, but the wind buffeting truly is bad. I didn't expect it to be as bad as it is. Depending on your height and head position, I highly recommend getting something to make it better.

After doing a long road trip (and more offroad) the weekend after I shot this video, here's my high level assessment: Using the stock Tiger 900 RP as a base vs the 890 Adv R: The Tiger is 120% the 890 on the road -- It's more comfortable to settle in and ride long distances, and it feels more street-oriented (maybe due to the rake angle) for twisties. Its wind protection is VASTLY superior... not even a question. The Tiger is 80% the 890 off road -- It's close enough, but the 890 outclasses the Tiger off road in every way. It's lighter, the weight is lower, the stock suspension is way better, the stability is better, and it's just "more fun" because it makes you more confident. You can sit further up on the seat for turns, etc. So overall, it's pretty even. If the Tiger is a 5/5 on road, it's a 4/5 offroad. And if the 890 is a 5/5 offroad, it's a 4/5 on. All depends on what you prefer. I love the long trips, but I want my performance to manifest OFF road, rather than on road. I don't care as much about comfort (although the 890's windscreen is REALLY bad for me at 6ft).

They're CRG Arrow bar end mirrors, but I bought Rottweiler Performance's adapters that you drill into your handguards to use them. They basically create a little place for bar end mirrors, and these in particular flip up or down into different configurations. So when I'm offroad, I flip them in like you're seeing in the video. www.rottweilerperformance.com/quick-flip-mirror-mount-kit-arrow-kit/ I like them a lot... I'm never a fan of big bunny ear mirrors if I can help it.

Thank you

Yeah man! It's about 45ish minutes for me to get to offroad stuff, so I hear you. Even on the road, it's a great bike, although I do think I prefer the Tiger 900 when it comes to on-road comfort and control. They're just different enough to feel it, but nothing crazy.

I got mine last week,, have you tried to connect Bluet tooth yet?? It is not on the bike

@@SteveHofsaess I haven't tried that yet. I really don't see myself using it all that much even if I did connect it, but I may see how it works and report back.

YOU DID IT

Imagine being first

Thanks man! Sorry for the late reply!

Dope as AF

Thanks brahhhh

Thanks!

Just missing another certain Africa Twin 🤙