2019 KTM 690 SMC R (Supermoto) | First Ride

[@jtmoto4928]

The purpose for that type of seat is for you to shift your weight according to your terrain. On ruff choppy sections/ obstacles you want to sit back a little to keep the front wheel light. For cornering and accelerating with more control you want your weight in front of the power. The seat is long and flat so you can shift your weight quickly and easily. ( watch motocross a bit you’ll see).

[@unknown-me6hu]

Not true

[@mannyechaluce3814]

@@unknown-me6hu I agree, he does not know what he is talking about, the purpose of seat like these is for torture purpose only.

[@franzl1993]

i got a 2012 690smcr and supermotos are for very active riding were you constantly move around thats why the seat is flat and hard

[@paul1e]

i've got 2015 smr-r and the seat is hard and i love it!, didnt expect it to be soffa lol

[@YouTuberLight]

@@paul1e hard and flat like my pee-poo

[@silvakevin1]

I have a 2012. I’m so short I had to carve out some of the seat. Nowit has a sweet little curve to it! And most importantly I have control when stopping. Fun bike. Definitely recommend it.....

[@jim.carras]

@@silvakevin1 what's ur height?

[@silvakevin1]

@Jim Carras. 5’-7”. And its definitely a tall bike. But a lot of fun.

[@neilarmstrong4293]

“I’ve never ridden a supermoto with street tires”

[@jezdzicnaczerwonodostacgow7756]

Big 🧠

[@backstreamnorth]

whaaaat??

[@Jonn3371]

Slicks then ?

[@Jonn3371]

Neil Armstrong Continental’s are the best but don’t last that long because you can ride so hard. I went for a Perrelli Angel on the back of my old LC4 super motto. Harder in the middle with soft outer walls. I found it a very good tyre indeed 👍

[@c00t999]

...ummmm what now ..

[@SumoLife]

As a 2017 SMC-R owner, I must admit that this new design is not less than hideous imo, especially the fact they removed the anodized wheels...

[@motozest7856]

Supermotos are the bee's knees! When they're this good, they're awesome. When they're shite (like my previous AJP PR3 240 Supermoto) they're still awesome. I regret not filming some motovlogs on the thing - it had terrible reliability but was fun as hell. You can't beat those ergos and that lack of weight! 26:17 - 28:02 That thing looks beautiful, KTM really know how to make good looking bikes.

[@TheKleb]

Remember you wrote "chaseont wowheels" on yummi's table when he was moving (or something like that)

[@GoonRides]

The Kleb PAPA KLEEEEBBBYY

[@Zwiepmoto]

Best maintenance friendly powerfull lightweight fun bike on the market right now!👍

[@TheWyldeTide]

I have a 2014 KTM 690 Enduro that I converted to a supermoto and it's a blast. Your video makes me want to get the new one.

[@cooper7395]

Chase, dude bravo on the transition on the second wheelie with the audio mixed with the camera car. That was nice. Loving this season of videos.

[@sergeiyoel9142]

I've got the 2014 690 smcr with an akrapovic exhaust, it sounds great and it changes the riding experience a lot, bangs and pops for for the ages

[@jetsku4972]

you need to test the ktm exc 500 or any sm wiyh 500cc motor. They are lighter compared to this but still have a lot of power.

[@husky701rider9]

Mike I’d still rather have the 690 just because of the maintenance schedule of the 500/450. They are basically supercross race bikes you can buy which is super cool but they don’t make very good daily commuters in my opinion.

[@jetsku4972]

I agree. I would never buy one for daily use. But i still think they are more fun.i thinks that is the reason he really should test one.@@husky701rider9

[@Alpha4plaYer]

Ooooor an aprilia rxv 450/550 :0

[@jarrett1000rr]

Or any true supermoto at that

[@Alpha4plaYer]

@@jarrett1000rr There is no such thing as a ,,true supermoto,, , there are different types of supermoto....

[@karlboilard6925]

I agree with the dash like cmon it’s 2020 would be so much cooler with a dope screen

[@Twinspinner]

"And then this like raw, just, machine-thing" -Chase, 2019

[@Zenkiri]

The reason the dash doesn't turn off is because it's not running off the bikes power. It's got it's own standalone battery. The 701 and this bike are essentially the same except the 701 has less features. The dash on both are exactly the same. They do in fact turn off after a short period of time.

[@rdrg7362]

Testing a 690 SMCR on roads going straight?

[@gregorymallory]

This is my dream bike. Maybe one day. I do have fun on my 2015drzsm tho.

[@jiggyjew4646]

You’re better off buying the Enduro R and buying a set of SMC rims. Then you have the best of both worlds. The SMC is not convertible like the Enduro. Did that with my 2016 and I love it. 15 minute swap from SMC to Enduro. Oh and get a Wings exhaust, seat concepts seat, Scott’s Damper.

[@phil2ride312]

15 min? With the kickstand swap, chain adjust etc its a 1hr job for me.

[@chaindriven6464]

The transmission smooths out and the missed shifts go away around the 1,000 KM mark. Drove me nuts then just went away one way!

[@chaindriven6464]

And for some reason older versions have a tach that isn't as bad. Not great by any means but better for sure.

[@PedoBear1811]

@@chaindriven6464 It's such a shame they didn't keep the previous dash. This was designed for the street it should have a dash that goes with it.

[@dalecolegrove6652]

Mine still misses a decent amount of shifts after 6,000 miles.

[@raymanvonmetal8559]

Agreed on the plank seat and the speed-o cluster. Swapped out the seat and silencer first on my 2016 690 Enduro R.

[@mathias6423]

"Are all big supermotos like this?!" There are no other "big supermotos". There is this bike with KTM/Husqvarna/Gasgas decals other than that there are no other "big supermotos". Unless you are starting to call the Hypermotard 950 a supermoto which in my opinion it is not (more of a streetbke/sportbike/nakedbike with supermoto flavor), if we are going to be really knitpicky even the 690/701 bikes are not "real supermotots" but close enough. Now Ducati has their new Hypermotard 698 Mono which seems very close to these 690/701 bikes so it will be really interesting to see how that bike fair to this bike. I hope we get to see a first ride on it soon =)

[@MargusMoto]

I love engine-braking as well. Unless I get too excited and blip it all the way down to first and slide the back wheel :D

[@underdogmotomania]

My 701 wheelies everywhere I prefer the enduro gearing. Powers up 3rd no problem but with the rear gas tank balance point seems easier to hit ;)

[@drdat7995]

but if you go over your bike is on fire

[@collide1012]

Aaron unless it doesn’t leak but otherwise it’s a mobile fire hazard

[@xvillin]

I remember riding a klr650 650 with a passenger on the back and she wouldn’t scoot close to me or hold on to me so every time I hit the throttle hard she would almost fall off the back and I would almost wheelie with no effort.

[@drdat7995]

@@collide1012 the problem is that it wil leak because you fell and then it will burn

[@patryk996]

You should be sitting way up front. It puts your body in the center of the bike. Sitting back on the seat allows dramatic weight transfer. In motocross, it's used to change the weight from balanced to rear and increase the traction through burms, etc. Sitting back will also cause you to wheelie easier. You'd likely have a better experience overall sitting forward on the seat.

[@noobasdfjkl]

@chaseontwowheels Bruh, you can’t just put “73.5 torque at...” KTM measures in Newton-meters, while we in the US measure in pound-feet. 73.5Nm converts to 54.2lb-ft of torque. Otherwise, you’re making a 690cc single sound like it’s making as much torque as the 1050cc triple in the Speed Triple.

[@anxiousappliance]

The most powerful single ever made - it'll have to do.

[@kingchooet9966]

The dash is just amazing, exactly what a supermoto needs.

[@PedoBear1811]

Dash is horrible. Why a bike designed for the street could possible be okay with a dash like this is beyond me. This ain't a dirt bike. Go for the enduro range if that's what you are looking for.

[@0ffaI]

@@PedoBear1811 Dude needs a massive clock in front of him to know when it's ok to shift 😂

[@PedoBear1811]

@@0ffaI When i was 16 i road a derbi senda xtreme when i was 18 i road a ktm sx 125 and now im looking to get this bike. My previous bikes didn't show gears or rpm but sure stay ignorant. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@NoWaY1ooo]

I`ve got the 2013 SMCR and in my opinion i like the old one much better, also the speedometer is much better as the old one

[@Jonn3371]

_Stippo_ looks-wise I agree with you, but to ride it, it’s the best one yet by far

[@november2097]

Yas finally the supermoto that everyone should try

[@darwins1]

its ugly though

[@humzilla707]

@@darwins1 its beautiful

[@davidh1314]

People don’t seem to get super motos. You can compare them to a motocross bike and say they heavy. It’s NOT a motocrosser. You also can’t compare them to a liter bike by saying it’s under powered. They are in their own category. And people who ride these don’t have time to look at a fancy TFT, nor do they care. You upshift when you need to upshift so you don’t need a tachometer or a shift indicator. Maybe a fuel gauge would’ve nice. It’s an amazing bike

[@Purehess]

I got one last week....I love it

[@Arckabis]

Think I would enjoy it over my 2017 Fz-10?!?! You still love it?

[@bobsfishingadventures2052]

I’m looking to get a supermoto will it move me easily? I’m 260lbs

[@harvey5738]

Going to get one next month. Do the missed shifts people experience in these first rides go away after the trans breaks in? Cheers!

[@Purehess]

@@harvey5738 for me, I never had any missed shifts

[@seanperkins5465]

I went by the dealership. They don't have one anymore 🙄, guess they are selling pretty good after your video. Can't wait to get one!

[@matts.1758]

I like your honesty in your reviews. Definitely a level of authenticity that a lot of youtubers don’t have theses days. 👌

[@johndemetrii809]

S.U.

[@SaarN1337]

I haven't seen a 690 that doesn't have an Akrapovic exhaust. It unlocks a few more ponies and sounds incredible.

[@augmach5]

Wings is the pipe to get -

[@CallUrDrop]

Got one of these about 2 weeks ago. So much fun.

[@NudaMan]

Gonna get one in a few months, riding a 1000cc sport bike everyday is fun but not economical lol

[@CallUrDrop]

@@NudaMan you won't regret it.

[@Myphor2003]

Hey what model you got

[@CallUrDrop]

@@Myphor2003 I have 2020 smcr and 2021 enduro. Both are great bikes.

[@donniejacko2396]

such a lovely bike, have to get me one of these some day

[@Jonn3371]

Donnie Jacko I bought one in August. I highly recommend it. My third KTM Supermoto and so far this is the best one 👍

[@jimmytheshark86]

I’m looking to find a leftover or used, under 10k. How much you get yours for if I may ask? I really want one!

[@Jonn3371]

Jimmy Theshark I paid £8500 for mine. Brand new on a 19 plate

[@chazzer666]

Wow that dash is horrible. The previous version was much better big analogue rev counter and big digital speed readout

[@code23hyper44]

chazzer666 as he said, nobody that owns a supermoto cares. Only people that care will never own one.

[@red_jamex4949]

That is the real Supermoto dash which normally is on “real” Supermotos like 450 FS

[@offroadfreak8582]

I have the 2017 version. I care. I like dash more.

[@PedoBear1811]

@@code23hyper44 Speak for yourself. I have a supermoto and i would love to have a nice dash. You know why? Cause it's an actual supermoto and not a dirt bike rebuild to supermoto. Therefore it's mean to be ridden on the street and on the street you better give me a proper dash. I bet you can't give one single argument why we should have such a bare bones ugly dash on a STREET bike.

[@nathanielboddy]

I have the 2020 690 smc, I also would like an RPM indicator. Cornering ABS and traction control but no rev counter? Strange to me

[@ibcrazy6147]

Please do a first ride about the 701 and tell us your favorite of these 2 bikes

[@mrtz2796]

if he does that im gonna laugh so hard

[@lenardgor]

Dude it's the same bike

[@devonanderson6895]

@@lenardgor no, the 701 is great but the new 690 is better. the old 690 was the same though

[@lenardgor]

@@devonanderson6895 well the 701 will get the gen 6 engine too so yeah if u say it that way its correct If its better thats a other story in my opinion its not an engine that belongs in a street supermoto. They made it a dweeb bike.

[@devonanderson6895]

@@lenardgor fair. If you wanna talk about engines that shouldn't be in a supermoto, let's talk about what Ducati is doing lol. It would be cool if ktm just took the 500excf motor and made it more reliable with similar service intervals to the 690. But that's a whole different thing

[@JustJesseOfficial]

I have a 01 KTM LC4 640 supermoto and once I saw that LC4 badge, I'm instantly diggin it. Just not the price lol

[@starfox_wr-45e93]

You got a great bike. I loved mine. The old LC4's are holding their value too. Pretty much the same price now as when I bought mine like 10 years ago, but harder to find.

[@JustJesseOfficial]

@@starfox_wr-45e93 Mines pretty shit, cant afford to get it fixed but I believe you lol

[@Jonn3371]

I had two LC4’s they are fantastic bikes, but if you ride one of theses you’ll be hooked. Worth every penny. I’m over the moon with mine. Looks wise the Lc4 👌

[@abbylittlecookie5664]

BOOTIFUL BIKE like really i like the color it is amazing

[@tomtraynor5384]

Wings exhaust fixes sound/looks for about $500. Spartan dash I got over in about two minutes. Hopefully KTM Powerparts will have a Comfort Seat our soon. "Just send it." and grin all day. It will do 80 mph on highways easily too.

[@harvey5738]

Same on the dash! Once you learn a bike you don't look at that shit anyways. Only thing that would have been nice is a fuel gauge instead of a gas light. Just got my credit cards paid off and going to the dealer next month for one!

[@tomtraynor5384]

Jamie Harvey Seat Concepts has several seat options.

[@Rick1984FL]

I have the 2018 Enduro R (same bike more or less minus electronics and SM wheels) and the biggest complaint is false neutrals. that said, you get used to it after it scares you the first half dozen times. But it's a total hoot. Like you i don't really go off-road so i am thinking of ordering the kit to convert it to SM. Other than that, no complaints and I'm pretty fortunate it to have it. As you mentioned in your video, it is my "everything" bike... except for the fact that i am admittedly nervous as hell about learning to wheelie on it...

[@chaseontwowheels]

From the little I did wheelies felt good and controllable.

[@BadNeighbor762]

Patrick mvp with that classy rev-action.

[@Rdissss]

You should try the previous model. 2014-2016. Bit more vibrations and no quickshifter but alot cheaper and bigger dash.

[@Rdissss]

@@emdjo6485 well i bought mine 2015 690 enduro R for around 6000 dollar last autum with 5000 kilometers on it, seat concept seat, evo1, skidplate and some other powerparts compared to 11000 for a new 690. Seems alot cheaper to me.

[@ktm690endurorally]

I had a 2011 690... so much vibes through the bars and the Frame to the seat that I could only do about an hour of high speed riding. Wonder how much smoother this new one is and if it’s really actually smooth or still vibes your fingers and toes numb

[@ktm690endurorally]

Sam Stacey great! Thanks for the feedback

[@kuncheriajohn6157]

Hey chase, could you explain how you take those detailed smooth shots of motorcycles and what gear you use? Love your vedios🙂

[@joshmxvi]

Awesome to see a bike that can really do anything (and awesome to see you keeping up your nutrition!) Lol at acting chill in the lot with people around, I've totally done that (stay consistent on your goals! It takes a few months to really see results) Chase car video slick as always. Love that initial pull out the lot shot (stay hydrated and keep it up you got this!)

[@Lous_72]

For more controll you should further up. But i just sit where ever is comfortable at the time xD

[@DukeOfDC]

The quality of your content is ALWAYS on point my man! Great video, and something for me to work up to! Also... that SMC, drool 🤤

[@shoei07]

DukeOfDC Your video quality just as good!

[@goodolbiker]

Had both the 690smc and a wr250x at the same time 250x is still more fun, rode the 250 while the 690 sat in the garage most of the time. And the 250 isn't that bad on the hwy did 400 miles on my 250 mostly hwy at 75mph and it was fine just have to have the right expectations for the bike. Still have my 250x 690smc was sold also had a 350exc sumo and a 500exc sumo and a 2015 wr450 sumo all have been sold but still have my 250x. Favorite bike hands down. And I've owned over 40 bikes.

[@chaseontwowheels]

Good Lord man that's crazy!

[@goodolbiker]

@@chaseontwowheels Love the little 250x, now I have that and just bought a 2019 Yamaha R3 for my longer rides. Have been riding for 28 years and have the most fun on the small displacement bikes also dont have self control to keep me from 80mph wheelies with the big bikes. Lol

[@crjmoto]

WRR for life!

[@milan5159]

5:00 that whole shot looked amazing!!!!!

[@CB-qg7cn]

Does anyone else truly enjoy doing there research of what first bike to get? like been down 5 different rabbit holes from street fighters, Honda 911’s, sport bikes and now…..6 months later and countless hours of Facebook market place and KZbin videos were getting close here^^^ stuck between this and the hq701

[@brockclouser1500]

I have a klr650 supermoto modded out and its the perfect all around bike

[@vivimu]

SN95 Brock compared to what

[@brockclouser1500]

Wr450f and Also a drz400sm for a lil

[@Jonn3371]

I’ve got one of these. The last thing on my mind is the clock

[@Snotroggel453]

Is the bike stable at high speeds on the highway? Like no wobbles anything like that?

[@Jonn3371]

ViezeTurk Ive got a K&N air filter Akraprovic exhaust on mine. I’ve clocked it at 120mph and was very stable. Anywhere between 70-90mph no problem at all. It feels lighter than my old LC4 . Very nimble and plenty of power when you need it. Superb bike around the bends.

[@Snotroggel453]

Stephen Garratt good to hear i want to sell my yammie xt660 for the ktm. But i’m worried about the reliability because the yamaha has 30k miles and i swear he never had a problem. Is the ktm also reliable?

[@Jonn3371]

ViezeTurk a friend on mine has the XT 660. To be fair yes it’s a good reliable bike. Mine is only 12 months old had it from new. So far yes it’s very reliable only covered 3000k so fat but I’m very happy with it.

[@matthewsantos5578]

How much are you paying for insurance

[@paulsiegers643]

Buddy where’s the 12 o’clock shifter wheelies

[@williamcb78]

Great review ! I’m sold !! I’m getting 1 . 🤙🏻

[@ViZ_FFA]

I have a 2018 690, and the dash looks much better in my opinion. I do wish I had the 19 motor though :/

[@TheBreyHD]

The 690 smcr hasnt been produced since 2016. This is a new Bike. The only bike you could buy was the 701.

[@emdjo6485]

JANIK ~ EEZY wrong. There is a 17‘ model

[@ViZ_FFA]

I’ve got the Enduro R.

[@DerferTV]

Congrats on 100 first. Rides

[@chaseontwowheels]

This was the 100th one? That's crazy

[@jgorogue]

YES I’ve been waiting for this!!!

[@JoshHillDrag2Blaze]

Do you film this ride twice? Once with camera car and one without? It boggles my mind with the transitions essentially hiding a camera car.

[@dennisgerits935]

great bikes..i got an 2008 690sm years ago

[@sikakova3008]

If you ever get a chance to try out the ktm 125 exc with sumo tires, pls try it. It’s so fun since the power comes only whem you are at the high rpm. And damm does it wheelie! Great video btw👍🏼

[@rattyratstuff7125]

crf 450r supermoto. great on the highway long as you sit way up front passed 80

[@jhernandez77794]

Lol, I have 18 390 duke and yes its absolute blast around the city, hooligan shit and around corners. I cant imagine what a supermoto SMC 690r can do. Its made that way for reason. Deciding on getting a this bike. That bike is made to handle which want I want

[@jetcarq6048]

supermoto review without wheelies?

[@NYjetsLove23]

lmao the dash is like from 1960s, one of the hardest seats are there and very high up sitting, there is options for aftermarket seats also like seat concepts, and come on KTM by now you would expect a freaking gear indicator but no they had to use a way smaller dash lol nice review obviously very quiet with that stock can definitely worth a aftermarket exhaust

[@coldsalami]

Try to get a ride on a Honda CB650r! That would be awesome

[@Haloskippy]

YESSS

[@patrickcooper736]

This is my dream bike!!

[@rantANDrave1987]

You did like the 790. You didn’t like the 690 duke. How did you not compare this to the duke 690? It’s the same engine...

[@chaseontwowheels]

It felt nothing like the Duke 690

[@tobias3982]

very fun video, very fun watch! what jacket are you wearing in video? looking to buy

[@im160bpmplus]

I had a 08 wr250x and bought a 2016 smcr and it was everything i wanted. I use it as my everyday commuter. Id probably buy another in another few years. I gotta say though I miss my 08 WR.. that was a fucking great bike.

[@Spy_Pigeon]

The 690 Enduro is easier to turn into a sm. Than it is to turn the smcr into a Enduro. So if your gonna go back n forth with wheels and riding then get the Enduro. The smcr has wider forks a is more of a pain to swap wheels and stuff

[@mehdi-pz9iq]

what about the seat, is it hard to the point where you would look elsewhere?

[@theunlimitedracer966]

More Chase and Yummy series please, I loved that series it was so funny. Love the Vids keep up boiiiiiii.

[@MarvFitBikesKicks]

sorry for all the comments but as i'm watching through your video you're just saying everything i want to hear, very convincing

[@elijahporter9080]

Hey Chase, Love the reviews!! any way you could try and get your hands on the 2019 Desert Sled? Looking to buy one, and would love to see your review, I know you had mixed feelings on the old one...wanna see how you feel its improved. Thanks bro. Keep up the awesome work

[@steakdinner]

All hail supermoto

[@keithaverill1223]

It's a great bike.....I wish you would take it somewhere out in the country to ride it for the review instead of in the city....some 3-4th gear country twisties...???

[@philipkeohane2652]

THERE is NO "TACH"! The exhaust is Euro 5 compliant. The exhaust being downflow from the fuel filler is a safety hazard, and having to dismount to fill is a pain; and topping it off requires you to hold it vertically with one hand while pumping with the other. The clutch's internal mechanical linkage is shite; thus the false neutrals. Other than that, it makes me smoke more; like sex, I need to light one up after every ride. FYI; you can wheelie in Mode one. Have had mine for 3 months now. I also have 5 Ducati, and imagine that this engine must be similar in power, if not better than the Supermono.

[@waynepatrick17]

Knew tank cg 125 new flat mod seat and wow ,smile all day while on it,,any one else think so it does look a bit kiddy died to look at but fast small. Buckets of fun aswell

[@joeyperkins9757]

The only thing that sucks is I love the super motos, but I'm only 5'8 I have a KLR250 and can only put one foot down and that's basically tip toes. I did fall in love with a duke 390 though

[@Ianiswrong]

Great review man! I have a 2018 690 enduro and it’s such a beast of a bike, and it has a big analog tach and gear indicator and it sounds so much better with a yoshimura exhaust, much less like a lawn mover now lol, although 690s always have a little clunk to em

[@underdogmotomania]

I have recently put my 2 other bikes up for sale after buying a 701 enduro model and converting it to supermoto. Its plenty for my wheelie shenanigans;) :)

[@domivoe]

a 701 Husky first ride needs to happen!

[@DmenDuroRider]

Needs a pipe and power commander. And a seat concepts comfort seat.

[@midibudu]

its a bike for european mountain roads/city. you need to move arround on that seat, you want to go fast, it just doesnt need a "pretty" spedo, i dont get why all of the US wants sumos just to pop wheelies and to end up riding on a straight line

[@RyanWilliamsNutrition]

The 2014 had a nice analogue speedo on it. This is the only downside of the new model coming from a 2014 owner. Would love all the upgrades like cornering abs, traction, quickshifter etc.

[@PedoBear1811]

Why would you not need a "pretty" spedo for a bike designed for the street? Makes no sense that it is not included.

[@midibudu]

@@PedoBear1811 wheight, cost and it just tells you the speed, dont need much more on that bike honestly

[@PedoBear1811]

@@midibudu I have driven 2 years without it but on the street it's just handy to have it. A proper dash won't make the bike weight that much more. Considering it's the street you drive this bike you won't notice it and cost, well previous models had a good dash and the price was not more. I mean really you telling me a gear indicator is not a good thing to have? If you drive to the limits of the bike having a rpm count is very good to have.

[@zhinderman]

How on earth is this $1200 more expensive than the 790 duke?

[@maxi_68]

Do you recommend it for someone who has not experience on motorcycles? It’s long time ago I do not own one!

[@nicholstop8161]

I think the people saying it’s heaving are comparing it to 450’S and 250 dualsports with aluminum frames built for supercross tracks

[@ivanbaja]

American people testing supermotos on straight roads hahaha

[@dononebullen]

I’ve got a ridge wallet carbon fibre of course 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@darrol2825]

Abs light comes on right before he gets on the highway. Did he turn off abs? I purchased this bike 3 weeks ago and is currently sitting at the dealership waiting for ktm to figure out why abs light is disengaging for no reason.

[@russellgoodban7068]

If I couldn't filter I'd literally kill myself. It's the whole point of riding a bike.

[@RandomUserName1313]

Do a first ride on the 701!

[@jaspervandewiele502]

The Husqvarna 701 is even better from what I have heard from others.

[@humzilla707]

Not better than this new one

[@Shawn-in-da-Canyon]

@@humzilla707 It's the same exact bike, except with less electronics and a different seat and plastics package.

[@speedy_j9368]

Would you ever consider trading your WR for one of these? Or getting one in addition to it?

[@code23hyper44]

Sit as far forward as is comfortable and squeeze the bike with your knees. Simple.

[@hujimix]

The only thing I hate about that bike is the minimalistic dash. Might as well not have one at all if it's going to be that crappy

[@joeylindblom9421]

great bikes, Prefer the Husqvarna 701 look more, It's literally the same bike. but I love the colors on it

[@arrowshot3000]

"That Duke...I don't wanna have anything to do with that thing" Duke 790: _sad violin_

[@lukecrx]

He meant the 690 duke

[@noControl556]

Get yo nuts on the tank son. Well I guess the tank is in the rear so yea I guess sit wherever