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[@defylifeadventure]

As an 890 Adventure R owner, I have to say the SM-T has the most comfortable seat of the all the 790/890 KTMs.

[@donaldsmith5986]

890 Adventure. Full adjustable Andreani fork cartridges, Tractive Suspension fully adjustable with Hi/Lo speed compression and a hydraulic preload adjuster v the mechanical OEM one. 17" SMPro wheels, tubeless spoked, 3.5 front, 5.5 rear. M9RR tyres, Rottweiler airbox with Powercommander 6 and two maps. Decatted, Remus pipe, evap can removed, lithium battery, Brembo Stylemas on Brembo Serie Oro rotors, Brembo RCS master cylinder. It goes...on trackdays, touring Europe fully loaded. Weighs about 187 kg. 113 bhp allegedly. I like my 20 litre ballbags. 300+ mile range and keeps my feet sheltered on tour. SMT R? I've had one for two years.😂

[@Potatoman7]

Why are there not loads of bikes like this, so few of us ride off road.. Well done KTM.. it even looks good with that head light.. This bike is made for you chops..

[@20cent]

Vstrom (except DE models), Tracer 7/9, BMW XR, Multistrada v2, Versys and some others... road "adv" / trail bikes already exist

[@mikehudson868]

I've had mine a couple of weeks now and loving it . I had a 701 before this loved that but this is another level.

[@davidellis2021]

Love the enthusiasm of your videos Chopsy. My favourite biker channel. I watched it twice to help fund your new camera and glasses.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks David 👍 😁😁

[@pyrodoll2422]

Gonna be my test bike when the SDr gets its first service in a few weeks, looking forward to it. Great vid man.

[@davem3008]

Great review Chopsy.... looks like a load of fun!

[@firestorm755]

Chopsy you just answered the question why I've kept my Firestorm for so long. A big v twin with just over 100bhp but usable torque and easily accessible power. You aren't chasing revs and it gives the illusion of being more powerful. Sounds like your KTM is similarly tuned. Re the pikes peak. A friend of mine has recently purchased the v4 after a couple of years with the twin. He quite likes it!

[@cedricpieterse7280]

I had a 1997 Firestorm. Sold it in 2000 and am still regretting it. I've had many bikes since then, an at the moment a 2007 BMW R1200GS and a 2016 RnineT in the garage. It's only since owning the RnineT that I'm not missing that wonderful Firestorm. They are very similar in power delivery and handling.

[@Davebobandbetty]

Thats the first bike video in a long time that made me laugh. You remind me of me , leaving your glasses behind. Great video, great riding and lovely bike. If only we could have 3 or 4 bikes in the garage!

[@paulclarke7021]

20 year old ball bags!!?? Great vid as always Chopsy! And the glasses just tops it off! 🤣

[@SPM1966SPM]

Ads not skipped!😄 Hope the replacement gear isn't too expensive. Thanks for the review Chopsy, another good one.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks buddy 😁👍

[@dg5433]

I’ve owned an 06 KTM 950 SM for the last 15 years and can relate completely to this review. It’s old school analogue and I sometimes think about trading it in but I just cant come at it. It’s a keeper. There are times when I head out with adventure bikes and when we hit the dirt, it’s doable but I do feel wanting with the small front wheel even with mt60rs Pirellis. Then we get back on the twisty bitumen and all is forgiven.

[@Marc99999]

Just can't think of selling mine, ever!

[@barryjmarling]

Really like the look of that bike,great video.👍🏻

[@nickbrown3232]

Great review. Had days like that dropping stuff, I put it down to over enthusiasm 😂

[@alanshearing7515]

Another great bike in the mix. KTM covering a lot of bases, pretty sure an R will turn up . If it does I’m sure it will sell quicker than Cornish Pasties. Great video Chops.

[@commanderroddi7742]

Rode several KTMs, My first bike was a 640 DUke, and I've had a 1290 Super Duke R< 890 Duke R, 390 Adventure, and also rode RC390, 390 DUke, 790 Adventure and 690 SMC R and 690 Enduro R, and the 690 Duke. Every one of those bikes had me smiling the whole ride!, everytime! I loved the earlier KTM supermotos, and the earlier SMT, and frankly, I am so happy they've made this, that I may have to get one? (I was looking at Hypermotard 950, but this is funlooking!)

[@brianpeatling3810]

Love the video mate 👌.

[@S1KEMREX]

I need to save up for one of those insta 360s. Love tour videos mate

[@mojosdad68]

Someone has done it before - Ducati’s Multi 950. And the S has electronic Skyhook suspension. I had the S for two years, flawless bike. Not one issue in 20k kms.

[@Inked_CR]

Good bikes but servicing costs are ridiculous.

[@simonrichardson3167]

just bought myself a second ktm690 enduro 2023 which is an absolute blast on A/B roads, Middleweights is where it's at for me, there seems a gap for edgy exciting stuff like this, built for a bigger / taller rider, none of us are getting any younger! The perfect hooligan do it all bike for 2023, nice one KTM. 50 year olds balll bags, its a good shout, my wife would be in complete agreement!!

[@kbeightyseven1783]

The one problem with the 890smt, is the fact that we had a 990smt which made 115hp 100nm of torque, and had a proper v-twin lc8. Brembos aswell, it seems the 890 is a cheaper made version of the old 990

[@korma9732]

Or just more upto date and better?

[@kbeightyseven1783]

@@korma9732 nah

[@korma9732]

@@kbeightyseven1783 yeah, the 990 is past it's best. Old and lardy.

[@richiektm]

Ducati hyperstrada 821 and 939 two of the best bikes I've have!

[@plumrider3528]

This is the first KTM that’s got my attention. Now to start saving up for one 😅

[@motor_ma77]

Cracking vid 👏🏻 they do say it comes in 3’s. So hopefully now your done bud

[@ajrandall7526]

I've got to test this I sat on it at motorcycle live is super comfy 👌 I love the looks and them 17in wheels are perfect 😊

[@ivansostarec2564]

thanks for the review. love it! feel sorry for the glasses and camera lol. unlucky!

[@daveramsay8887]

I am enjoying your videos. I like your style and enthusiasm. I am a 790R owner with 30,000 klms and love the KTM parallel twin. Shame you have no gravel roads or desert to test a bike because it adds another dimension to the review and makes them relevant to Australia/USA. You should leave blighty!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I'm putting my Buell Ulysses back on the road soon. 1200cc, 193 kg dry. The most underrated bike ever.

[@bryansuperduke1290r]

Took one out again today while my Superduke was serviced, went back and put suspension in sport (all clickers on 5 clicks out) and it’s way better. The standard settings are too soft, so if your considering one, demo it in those settings.

[@miscent107]

Hi Chops, nice to see your enthusiasm about the 890 SMT. I wonder how different the bike is compared to my 990 SMT. I'm burning the rubber off it in Germany atm, but if your close to the Netherlands one day and still want to try the 990 SMT you can take mine for a spin.

[@Ctaff63]

I rode a Gilera Nordwest once, a mate wanted go on my new exup (back in the day) we were in French alps riding back from Bol Dor . I absolutely loved riding the nordwest , admittedly we were on mountain roads ,but what a laugh that was to ride. Part of reason I bought a pikes peak v4 last year,and after doing 9000 miles in last 10 months on the v4 I’m soooo glad I did. I think that KTM 890 SMT is spot on, need more bikes like this , adventure /supermoto with 17 inc wheels are mental. Great vid. 👍👍.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Craig and I agree! 👍

[@mattmutane5502]

Agreed!!! :)

[@fizzhogg23]

Got one love it Sat watching this while mine is being serviced. This bike does not need the 890 r engine imo, most people dont even use all the horsepower anyway

[@pyrodoll2422]

I took one out for a test today an knew it was special before I'd even left Colwyn Bay Motorcycles forecourt. The next 70 miles over the Crimea pass and back was a revelation. Easily the best handling bike I've ever ridden. I'd have to throw a sheet over it in the garage tho if I owned it or only approach with my eyes closed 🤣🤣

[@RichDunn]

Ooh, Chopsy. You were lucky with that orange tractor-trailer combo overtake, my friend! If a car had pulled out right, you'd of been bonnet-surfing! Always run Waze vi a detachable on the test-bike bars, so that you can at least get a heads-up of the side turnings on blind overtakes. Keep it sunny side up! 👍

[@markcartwright1176]

I agree with engine makes me grin all the time on me 890 adv And the weight love it 👍👍👌👌

[@Steve-motorcycles]

I’m hoping that KTM bring out an R version next year. As long a the seat height isn’t ridiculous, I will be buying it

[@williamcb78]

Couldn’t agree more ! This ticks a lot of boxes , an R model would be very tempting .

[@Toxicdemon2]

Am am 176cm tall (5'9") I tested it here in Belgium and the seat hight is great. Suspension feels awesome.

[@camphabenero]

Agreed - give me the Brembos and suspension upgrades and it will be on my list!

[@martinhughes9769]

Dont know a great deal about kTM. Reliability would be my concern and the after sales service, No, don't think you're day, was a productive one, broken glasses and a camera 😢,

[@pauln6803]

Being 6'5", I want a ridiculous seat height!

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

I like this. But yeah, the R would be worth waiting for. I didn’t skip the ads ti help the cause 👍

[@LambChopRides]

You star thanks! 😁👍

[@GrtSatan]

I am 5ft 8i inches tall nd way in at a whopping 160 pounds.I can't get enough of my 890, by far the best machine I have ever owned.There are no superlatives available to describe how good this machine is.

[@apexslider1]

Been eagerly awaiting your take on this bike…did not disappoint! Just picked up another 701, but this sounds like it ticks all the same boxes with more power, better seat, and some wind protection. Can’t wait to see the day trip vid!

[@Rolilasx]

Oh look, its the new CFM Moto 890 ! :D

[@RupeWilson]

After seeing the cf-moto NK800 I cant wait for their version.

[@Rolilasx]

@@RupeWilson :D :D :D a lot of bot action going on on cfm moto videos, not surprised.

[@AndyManCam]

I always really liked the look and the idea of the 990 SMT. I'm glad they 'waited' to bring this thing out, until after I'd bought the 1090 Adventure. Otherwise I might have put myself into some financial discomfort to get one! Definitely proposes an exciting option for us on the 'larger' side! Nice work Chopsy. Sorry about the camera! PS, all ads fully watched! 😘

[@LambChopRides]

Your a legend thanks very much Andy 👍

[@mattmutane5502]

@AndyManCam Well.... I spot a possible opportunity then.... no.... ? ;) :p :D

[@willhoult]

Adds watched ,brilliant review the ktm really suits you

[@LambChopRides]

Thank you 🙏👍

[@dean-does-stuff-81]

I pulled the pin on one of these a few days ago.. Should pick it up in Feb.. I am super excited.......😁😁😁😁😁

[@LambChopRides]

Brilliant!! 👍

[@wattie1050]

Chopsy !!!nightmare day for you there 😮 glasses camera 🙁I thought you had the yellow tape on the Speedo as well.😁 good fun if expensive day out .👍

[@ragerider6283]

Interesting bike & first impression. I can see this very much suiting you Chops. I imagine you'd also find some of that lost power too. I think there's a good chance KTM will do an R version as is their way but could be a year or two & do you want to wait for something that may not happen? Also noticed your ZX10 comment. Oh dear.

[@bazza8947]

You will be able to fit Duke 890 R handlebars to this bike just like I did my Norden 901. They should be about 30mm narrower and a little lower.

[@UpsideDownFork]

First time ever not skipping the ads! Better luck for next time.😊

[@LambChopRides]

Thank you so much 😀

[@NudaMan]

I had a 06’ 950 SM for a year and it was the most wheelie happy motorcycle I ever rode, too bad I sold it because I thought it wasn’t fast enough smh I’m gonna just buy another or 990 SMR if I can find one lol

[@youtubed9695]

I believe in track mode you can separate the traction control & wheelie.. well you 100% can on the 890r duke..

[@AdamForeman]

You had me at ball bags!

[@scuddy100HYA]

Oh mate I'm gutted for you reference the camera and glasses.. kinda luck I have chopsy Great vids as always Always my No1 choice on the Tube🤟

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Lee 👍

[@semajohn]

Waiting for my local dealership to have a demo bike available. For now, I'll stick with my 2019 790Adv with its 19" front and 17" rear (1090 wheels). 35,000 miles on the clock now. It's doing well 👍

[@CPUspeed]

Wow wow wow been waiting for you to ride this 👍🏼 As someone who has been screaming up mountains for 40 years, real pikes peak stuff, I prefer a medium bike like this than the bigger ones. I want to ride a bike, not wrestle it. 😉

[@LambChopRides]

Yes it's a good point the lighter weight could actually make this better than the V4 Pikes Peak! We will see borrowing the PP in September 🤞

[@badger4361]

I've had a few KTMs, I've also ridden this and the 890R. The 890R is a special bike, where the SMT makes more sense though is on bumpy gravel strewn b roads with potholes and weird cambers. Like comparing my old 990SD and 950 SM. On a track or well maintained road the SD was a weapon of a thing, on a bumpy b road it was very had work to ride, and that is where the supermotos shine, they just shrug off those types of roads, and in those conditions they are pretty much untouchable, plus they're a lot more pleasant to be onboard.

[@volodymyrshoniia2424]

Chopsie, I believe in you, you can afford the pikes peak like I did, still gotta sell the tuono and 690 😅

[@CharlieboySLONDON]

Im also waiting for a SMTR , I currently have a 890R and a Tracer GT and this would be the perfect single bike if it had the R hardware. Also on my 890R i can have slip angle and TCS activated whilst having wheelie control off. Surely this is doable on this ? I really would like an R version in the garage asap but i waited over a year for 890R to come out after the 790 so looks like ill be waiting a while. Will also be interested to see if Yamaha do a Super tenere with the Cp3 engine and SM set up.

[@diveimage]

How many TicToc adverts do I need to watch to pay for your new camera?? 😂 Good vid mate, love that new KTM SMT ❤

[@LambChopRides]

Haha lots 😆👍

[@mattmutane5502]

For that reason Chops, I carry a spare pair of glasses in my tank bag at all times (in a hard case!!!) ;) Nice review - I came quite close some years back to getting the 990SMT, but held off and ended up on an MT10 instead! ;) ) I'd want an R version too - ideally the 890R but in this package (though I'm a short 5' 8 so I'd probably fit the 890R fine anyway...) :)

[@bazza8947]

Changing brake pads does wonders for the Jjuan brake. I change mine to Brembo pads on my Duke and EBC HH pads on my Norden. Very happy with the brakes after that

[@LambChopRides]

The brakes are actually very good, just being a brake snob 😆👍

[@pgkr67]

@@LambChopRides Im pretty sure the Brembos is a direct fit on the SMT ;-) just saying..

[@MrAndrew1953]

Would you change the height of the front mudguard? Sounds good…imagine fitting a set of off-road tyres and doing some green laning with that one.

[@josedaluzsilvanunes2647]

Ficou muito legal esse vídeo, com a cor da moto e o verde das matas e a estrada, um asfalto muito bom, e a moto muito linda, valeu 👍

[@yumyumbaboon]

Interesting comparison to a PP Lambsy. Yeah I think with a bit more poke and upgraded brakes/suspension and a different paint job I could well be tempted! Thanks for the vid - hope your insurance claim goes well!😅👍

[@bobsyeruncle4841]

Nice bike nowadays they just keep getting better I reckon you are up for one Chopsy.

[@petereeves1354]

Love watching the vids Chops. The vid that will never be made 990SMT (990SMR) vs 890SMT, I'm old skool & ride a 990SDR by choice, Not my cup of tea. My old bikes: 950SM 640SM 990SMT - 990SDR (keeper). Cheers Pete

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Pete, I would love to do that vid if I could get a 990 🙏👍

[@redleadervfr-v4906]

This bike will be a winner as there are a lot of bikers looking at middleweight bike. Sports bike not popular anymore and heavyweight tourers are to much to lug about. We all want a light middleweight bike that handles and is comfortable to ride. And this looks the be the business for sure. Great video as usual and you allow say how it is. Thanks chops👍👍

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks buddy 100% agree! 👍

[@mattmutane5502]

100% agree - as long as it has enough power (and more importantly) torque, to excite someone coming off a sports or hypernaked, to entice them. Need to have proper decent suspension too, which is where this and the 890R are ticking the boxes! :)

[@willgarrod9907]

I like everything about it…apart from the headlight thing. The 950 Hypermotard looks so nice in comparison even if it is a bit more money.

[@billpayer3745]

Chopsy, just after you lost your camera. Coincidentally a KZbin ad popped up. Normally I hit "skip ad" as quickly as I can. But after your comment that we need to watch the ads so that you get as much money as possible to replace the insta360, I watched the whole ad. Fortunately the ad was for the new Guardians of the Galaxy movie, which I'm very much looking forward to watching, and the ad was very funny. So it's a win win. Keep up the good work.😀

[@LambChopRides]

OK win win!! 🏆 😄👍

[@AIBETTSYIA75]

With all the new middleweight bikes getting these great reviews it's about time there's finally one for people over 6ft haha

[@AfricaTwinRider]

I need one!!!

[@cocky_potato]

Awesome vid as always big man, keen to see some more on this bike. A few questions and thoughts: why is it that - just like you mentioned - there are no more bikes such as this? I've heard people say that a bike like the SMT is too niche, it will be loved by only a selected few and most people will consider it a jack of all trades that's not particularly good at anything. Also, just as interesting (if not more) to see if there will be an R version, could this be the platform for the rumoured return of the legendary Husqvarna Nuda...?? 🤔

[@gregwatts1159]

That's a rumour I like the sound of!

[@LambChopRides]

Let's hope so! 🤞

[@colinrose8664]

Hi chops, just looking at your gloves looks like a 1970 shower mat. Nice bike

[@soulrebelno1]

Well, that was an incident-packed ride, you're in good company though, Usernamekate has just smashed her Insta360 X3 up, as well. I bought an Insta360 X3 a few months ago, but I ordered the metal cage and lens guards to go with it, and I'm glad I did, because it can work out bloody expensive! I had a Yamaha Ténéré 700, I liked most aspects, and it was a good bike, but I found it way too top-heavy, with a very high centre of gravity. I sold it and went back to a sports bike, and I'm much happier, but the KTM 890 SMT looks like a very interesting option with its 17" inch wheels. 👍

[@marklloyd9472]

Great video as alway the Chopsie enthusiasm throughout, the glasses thing i ended up buying a flip front helmet after sitting on , kicking off and basically destroying 3 pairs 😂 it was cheaper to buy a helmet that i dont have to take my glasses off to put on. ( i know its not that cool but im way past being cool)

[@mattmutane5502]

Me too!! When I was training people, that involved lots of stopping and chatting, and I had enough and switched to the Schuberth C1. I never looked back (had C1, C2, C3, C3PROs....) Flips work well in hot weather too, you can flip them up when slowing down going through villages... great for touring... ! :) Glasses and full face was a faff I don't miss!!!!

[@Fishing8136]

I don’t need fish eye views 360 cams vieW of you, just a good stable view out the front that shows the cockpit, a good walk around and that’s it. All you guys need to get over your selves……😎🇨🇦good vid!

[@stevensenechal2381]

As an SMT'er ( Supermoto Tourer ) myself, I bought the Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 based on your response to it a few ago... and it was/is a 'lovely' bike as you said. Western Canada is the place for these Chops ;)

[@LambChopRides]

Great bike too! 👍

[@godlovesatrya]

Me too 😂😂

[@johnking7517]

I agree with you about great middle-weight bikes . I had a 2012 Triumph street triple r that I loved, but at 6'1" I looked like I was on a kids bike. This looks like a bike that will fit me much better.

[@davidwales9657]

The 890 engine will disappoint you after the 675. I test rode the 890 duke r, and ended up just keeping my 675 str because its so much better

[@moulip]

@@davidwales9657 The best way to put it would rather be: you prefer your Triumph over the KTM. I'm sorry but I can't figure out how a 675 Street Triple could be better than a 890 R Especially in the engine department 🤣🤣🤣

[@davidwales9657]

@@moulip to each their own. Have you ridden the 675?

[@CharlieboySLONDON]

​@@davidwales9657I've owned a 675R and a 890R and also a CP3 engined Tracer GT , still currently own the last 2. The engine is so much better on both the 890R and the Tracer. I loved my 675R but when I tried the others it was sold quickly. The newer 765R is much better but even then doesn't compare with the mid range and bottom end grunt out of corners from the 890R. To release all the power you have to have wheelie control off as it really holds it back in gears 1 and 2 as it wants to come up on the throttle constantly. With WC on you would only get full power in 3rd. The 890R engine is unbelievable for a muffle weight. It also puts to shame both other bikes for fuel consumption even after having them re mapped. There is only 1 downside to the 890R engine and that is servicing costs in comparison to the others with 3 oil filters and KTMS pricing its is exspensive. I'll be selling both my Tracer GT and 890R when the SMTR comes out.

[@davidwales9657]

@@CharlieboySLONDON I owned the first iteration of the MT-09 Tracer before my 675. I feel like the only thing that the MT-09 and 890 engines have over the 675 is just the power and torque numbers. Sure they pull harder, but the throttle response and sound of the 675 just does it for me so much more than the other two. I just didn't care that the 890 pulled hard, i just found the way it come onto the power, and the gearbox, so unpleasant it ruined it for me

[@jmsmikey]

Wow~ first comment. Greetings from Las Vegas!!! Love your reviews!

[@LambChopRides]

Yay! Thank you! 👍

[@VFactory-vl5fi]

Anyone skating berating this bike for its “Parts Bin” aesthetics, has to ride one!! I’ve just had one for an hour and it’s bonkers!! Feels like it has huge torque and I stepped off of a 1290 SDR. Extremely comfy seat and so nimble. Needs a screen for the motorway as it’s a lot more turbulent than my 1290.

[@sfade6217]

Where has a bike like this been you ask? Ducati Hypermotard! I have a proper 450 sumo but the Hyper gives me ability to do sumo antics and go pretty far. The 450 it has to be on kart track or super tight twists for it to be enjoyable. The hyper vtwin is amazing and it looks amazing unlike the horrible bug-orange ktm.

[@gregorybigg8924]

Wait for the R version to come out 👍

[@tubejorrit]

with the switches from the Superduke gen3 please

[@timbob6835]

Dam choppsie , I was loving this untill you started talking about the R version possibility or lack there of ,wouldn't it be a super weapon if they put all the Duke R bits on it ? Haha never mind I'll stick to the 701 for now , cheers

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Tim 👍

[@edinburghnick]

How do you find jumping on something like the SMT after a sportsbike? I've ridden sportyish bikes all my life, current bike is an RC8 which I've had since 2010!! I once briefly test rode the 990SMT and it felt big, squidgy and a bit gutless after jumping straight off the RC8.... love the idea of the SMT and really interested in the new one, since I'm tall and no spring chicken any more.

[@brucekendall52]

I can't think how many pairs of glasses I have forgotten on the back of my bike.Nightmare to ride without your glasses.Cheers.

[@LambChopRides]

Haha yeah normally I get away with it but not this time 😫

[@thepongopete]

On the 890 Duke R you can separate traction and anti-wheelie but only in track mode as far as I can figure out. So you'd obviously need the tech pack for the privilege...

[@LaraOreily]

I liked your review so much I bought the bike without trying it first 😂

[@LambChopRides]

Haha good man! Great isn't it 😁👍

[@MrJohnnyorange]

I normally just sit on mine! Glasses that is!

[@moody9931]

Damn you Chops. Stop saying you don't want to take your adventure bike off road. I've had heaps of sportsbikes and never taken them on track, and my GS will never go off road either. RIP camera and glasses.... I watched the adverts this time 😂 Looks like KTM have another winner there. I'll get my test ride booked.

[@philiprogers4071]

According to my local KTM dealer, they can activate the tech pack at any time, you don't have to activate it before 1500 miles from new....

[@davidoram3423]

Great bike, if it's anything like the 990 I had.WP suspension is just brilliant. But, what is the point of that hideous white "beak" thing? What's wrong with a normal guard?

[@scottglen8127]

My Rocket 3R is in getting work done and the dealership gave me a 890 Adventure to use. I'm actually enjoying it. It handles so well and it's nice to ride a light bike for a change 🤣

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

If your Triumph dealership is anything like mine you’ll have lots of time to get used to the Ktm. I think my Street twin spent more time there than with me. Best of luck.

[@scottglen8127]

@user-rf9me7xm1w supposedly it'll be done by next week 🤣 definitely not holding my breath. Is yours in N. Ireland by any chance ?

[@user-rf9me7xm1w]

@@scottglen8127 Sadly no, I am unfortunate enough to live in England, the midlands, where we’re being unfairly taxed from all directions and forced into this stupid carbon neutral crap at our expense. Oops, sorry to digress. The big problem is that my local dealer just doesn’t communicate. Their phone doesn’t get answered and when it eventually does, promises to ring back are never fulfilled. I hope you have a better experience over in lovely Ireland. Best wishes.

[@streetglidexxx]

I'm going to have to ride one. Been tossing about getting the 890 Duke R or Adventure R. Hmmmm.... Thanks Chopsy

[@LambChopRides]

Great in-between bike! You will love it 👍

[@ticthedog6095]

Great review on a cool bike. Thought I would let the video run again with full adverts as it might help you with ad revenue. Glasses and camera one day, what a nightmare

[@LambChopRides]

Your a star thanks 😁👍

[@timrodierides]

As much as this bike suits you… I think it might be cursed. Faffmageddon!

[@LambChopRides]

Haha you could be right Tim! 😆

[@bruceleong9534]

Of all the bikes I’ve seen you own and review, including your guest stint at PB, I’d (presumptuously) nominate the 890SMT as the ideal bike for you. Might be half the price of the Pikes Peak but I bet it’s more fun on the road. BTW, KTM made a v-twin 990 SMT back in the day when they had the 990 SuperDuke/R & Adventure. If I wasn’t an old bugger and a 5’7” midget I’d have an 890 SMT in a heartbeat.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Bruce! Yeah I did absolutely love it, but I've got the Superduke here now and think maybe that's the one for me.. dam just both so good!

[@bruceleong9534]

The perils of being a road tester and riding too many bikes 😂

[@Steve-motorcycles]

@@LambChopRides yeah, real world problems 😚

[@willmarshall581]

Great review,.. think i might be chopping in my smcr , has it room for a pillion ? The mrs comes out with me on short trips but the smcr seat aint very accomodating for her ample airbags i end up sitting nearly on the headstock !!

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah probably pretty comfortable on the back I would think.. 👍

[@andrewlucas6214]

As someone previously mentioned, the Ducati hyperstrada, maybe triumph tiger sport 1050, or going back, Yamaha TDM…it could be the perfect class of bike to tick all boxes.

[@MrMandown46]

Baffled that Ducati discontinued the Hyperstrada, unless they were worried about it taking sales from the smaller Multis

[@mikethompson8947]

Have you had a play with it in track mode? Have got the 890 Duke R and wheelie control and traction control are seperate in that mode.

[@Mancastle]

Do you feel any similarities to the 1090 ktm with this badboy? It's got 48mm travel, 125+HP a bit more torque the old v-twin, a bit more weight and less electronics. and a 19 instead of a 17 at the front. Probably looking at 206kg vs 220-230kg(1090 can shed some weight easily)

[@helgejohan3604]

105hp fun Street bike✊🔥🔥

[@Soul_Searching]

Test rode it recently and didn't get on with it. Tall rounders are not for me even though I'm 6ft 1in. I prefer something lower to ground for inherently better handling. Also wished they had used the 890 Duke engine, which I've tried on a test ride of the 890 Duke and much prefer. The SMT's engine has that initial shove but runs out of revs too soon and you need to change gear far too quickly. I prefer to be able to rev an engine out and was constantly hitting the rev limiter. Not an issue on the 890 Duke. Also was surprised that the seat was a bit too wide and splayed my legs out too much so that when standing on an incline, it was a stretch to get my feet onto the ground. Finally although their was no wind buffeting, the wind noise was shockingly bad at much more than 50mph, even though I wore earplugs. Therefore it's more of a tall sports bike with an engine and wind protection not best suited to touring. A tall sports bike is fine if you're not worried about the touring bit, but it would have made a lot more sense if KTM had used the 890 Duke engine. Think they've missed a trick there.